California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized President Donald Trump during a climate summit in New York, accusing him of abandoning environmental responsibility. Newsom met with global leaders to promote clean energy initiatives, contrasting with Trump's policies.

During a separate address at the UN General Assembly, Trump introduced the term "super intelligence" to describe artificial intelligence, arguing that "artificial" fails to capture its potential. This proposal has drawn mixed reactions from experts.

Meanwhile, tensions between the U.S. And China escalated as Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington for a high-stakes visit. Trump welcomed Xi at the airport, marking a rare diplomatic gesture.

Legal challenges emerged as a federal judge considered restoring media access to the White House after Trump revoked credentials for major news outlets. The court case highlights ongoing disputes over press freedom.