The Latest: Trump’s diesel deal with Putin draws criticism from a frustrated Congress

President Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin has drawn strong criticism from both Republicans and Democrats. The agreement is seen as fueling Russia's war against Ukraine, violating existing U.S. laws and bringing the U.S. closer to Russia. This is part of a series of instances where Trump has aligned with Putin, often at the expense of Ukraine and U.S. interests.

New poll results show a majority of Americans believe Trump is profiting off his presidency in unethical or illegal ways, and is more focused on his wealth than helping ordinary people. As the midterm elections approach, Trump has been seen flying to Alaska to support a Republican senator, indicating the GOP's concerns about losing control of Congress.

Trump's Ohio rally on Monday witnessed a protest, with a protester wearing a shirt demanding the release of Epstein files. The individual was removed from the event and mocked by Trump, who labeled them as "scum." White House press secretary Katie Zacharia was officially sworn in on Monday and is set to hold her first press briefing on Tuesday. The conservative commentator previously served as a communication adviser to Trump's media company and social media platform.