The event has been set for May 2026, but growing concern over his past remarks, including an antisemitic rant, led to the controversial fashion designer pulling out of the planned event.
French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting Sweden on August 31. The aim of the trip is to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. Boosting defence ties is expected to top the agenda, as the war in Ukraine continues and the threat from Russia persists.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
President Trump vowed to respond to Iran’s retaliatory strikes on Monday after the two countries exchanged strikes late Sunday. “We’re going to hit them hard. There will be a response,” Trump told Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst.
Donors, politicians and Jewish leaders questioned the Met’s decision to honor Galliano, a fashion designer who was found guilty of a hate crime for his antisemitic outbursts.
The House is back ith a top priority of avoiding a government shutdown before the midterm elections.