Trump at UN: Threatens Iran with 'annihilation,' confirms talks, announces Greenland bases

President Donald Trump's recent address to the United Nations General Assembly on September 22, 2026, faced scrutiny and fact-checks regarding several of his claims. During his speech, Trump defended the robust use of US military force, dismissed concerns about artificial intelligence advancements, and made statements about US weapons stockpiles, which were subsequently assessed for accuracy.

Concurrently, the White House initiated a 24/7 streaming platform called "Trump TV: The Essentials Station" on its official YouTube channel, which went live around September 21, 2026. This launch followed President Trump's decision to bar reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House access, accusing them of publishing "fake news."

The media ban sparked widespread criticism and prompted the excluded outlets to file a federal lawsuit, alleging violations of First Amendment rights. In an unusual display of solidarity, other major US television networks, including ABC, CBS, Fox News, and NBC, suspended their participation in pooled White House coverage in protest of the restrictions. "Trump TV" is intended to offer direct communication from the administration, featuring presidential speeches and official highlights.