Trump Nears Deal with Iran Amid Busy Weekend

President Donald Trump announced he is close to reaching a deal with Iran aimed at reducing conflict. When asked about Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s agreement to the deal, Trump replied, “I understand the answer is yes.”

This weekend is set to be significant for Trump, with multiple events planned. The World Cup returns to the U.S. on Friday, a milestone achieved during Trump’s first term. On Sunday, the President’s 80th birthday, he will host a UFC fight night at the White House. Shortly after, he will depart for the G7 summit in the French Alps, where discussions with global leaders will take place.

In another development, Trump’s handpicked board at the Kennedy Center is attempting to secure a stay on a ruling that mandates the removal of Trump’s name from the facility. The board voted to seek a stay on the decision made by U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper, who concluded that Trump’s name was added illegally.

A new analysis by AP-NORC reveals a decline in support for Trump among independents without a college degree. Originally, about half of these independents viewed Trump positively around the 2024 election. This support has since decreased to roughly one-quarter, particularly after Trump’s second term began. The analysis assessed data from several polls conducted between July 2024 and April 2026, highlighting important events such as the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill and the onset of the Iran war.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, noted for his critical stance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, is expected to take a more restrained approach toward Trump during the upcoming G7 summit. This comes as crucial discussions on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement loom.

Trump’s commitment to resolving the conflict with Iran has drawn attention as he prepares for his planned events and diplomatic engagements this weekend. Vice President JD Vance is set to attend the signing of the anticipated agreement, marking a key moment in Trump’s presidency.