From Vivian SalamaSent Thursday, March 26, 2026 11:51 AM
POTUS hailed Bessent as central casting. “Even the glasses.” At 11:37 POTUS started taking questions: Are you going in for the uranium? Refused to answer. Called the question “ridiculous” He was asked about diverting assets from Ukraine to the Middle East: “We do that all the time. You know, we have tremendous amounts of ammunition. We have in other countries, like in Germany and all over Europe. We have, you know,…
From Vivian SalamaSent Thursday, March 26, 2026 11:36 AM
MORE POTUS: He talked about the Kennedy Center: “building is ready to fall down.” Said he plans to get it ready: “under budget, ahead of schedule.” He lamented about getting sued because he wants to build “the most beautiful ballroom.” (“It's the same building, same exact building we're fixing. It's going to be beautiful. It's going to be so beautiful and safe. It's actually unsafe. You had some of those columns on…
From Vivian SalamaSent Thursday, March 26, 2026 11:18 AM
Vice President Vance stressed the dangers of Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the importance of having diplomatic and military options to address the threat. He did not comment on his own role in negotiations. He added that american troops in the Middle East are fighting as the Christian Holy Week begins. “We're very proud of them,” he said and wished them a happy Easter. ——- Secretary of State Rubio spoke next. He stre…
From Vivian SalamaSent Thursday, March 26, 2026 10:58 AM
POTUS kicked off the cabinet meeting by congratulating and welcoming Secretary Mullin, prompting applause from those around the table. He then launched immediately into discussion about what he described as the “disgraceful” partial shutdown of “Mullin’s department,” prompting giggles from the Cabinet. He offered an update on Epic Fury… knocked out 90% of missiles says Iran is “begging” to make a deal. Calls then “l…
From Vivian SalamaSent Thursday, March 26, 2026 10:31 AM
For awareness: the pool has not been called yet for the Cabinet meeting, and we have no guidance on timing. I’ll advise when we’re heading in. Vivian Salama
From Vivian SalamaSent Thursday, March 26, 2026 9:33 AM
Good Thursday morning from the White House where the temperature today could touch 80 degrees. The President has a few public events today, including a 10am Cabinet meeting. He's also scheduled to host a Greek Independence Day celebration at 4pm. For now, his other meetings are closed press, but I'll advise if that changes. Vivian Salama
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 9:07 PM
We have a travel/photo lid at 9:05 Note: POTUS exited his limo and went into the residence. Thanks to Doug Mills for spotting him entering the residence. Have a great night everyone. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 9:01 PM
The motorcade returned to the White House at 8:59. The ride was uneventful with few people on the sidewalks. We did see POTUS exit his vehicle. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 8:55 PM
The motorcade is rolling away from Union Station at 8:55, presumably back to the White House. The Pool did not see POTUS exit the building. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 8:50 PM
POTUS concludes remarks at 8:49, clocking the speech at an hour and 8 minutes. It was very hard to hear POTUS. The pool was in the back of the room and the acoustics are terrible. “I’m going to personally campaign for every one of you,” POTUS said of the lawmakers in the room. “We are competing against lunatics,” he said of Democrats. Other highlights from his remarks: He said Iran would have had a nuclear weapon “w…
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 7:57 PM
“They have horrible policy but they stick together like glue and you have to respect that.” POTUS said of Democrats opposition to SAVE America Act. “Do they have another answer besides it’s racist?” He said of opposition to the voter ID law. POTUS got his largest applause when he said men should not play in women’s sports. POTUS says he “hates” mail in ballots calling it “cheating.” He referred to Mike Johnson “a gr…
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 7:47 PM
Per Speaker Johnson, tonight’s dinner raised $37M for the NRCC. POTUS began his remarks at 7:44 hailing what he called “the best first year of any President.” He said Iran wants to make a deal but afraid to say it because “they fear they will be killed my their own people.” In an aside, POTUS added, they are “also afraid they will be killed by us.” Acoustics here are not good. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The W…
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 7:43 PM
POTUS takes the stage at 7:41 to a recording of Lee Greenwood’s “Proud to be an American.” Please note the acoustics here at Union Station are terrible and the pool could barely hear Mike Johnson. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 7:37 PM
The pool is moving at 7:36 to get into location for POTUS remarks. Mike Johnson and Richard Hudson are currently speaking on stage From our holding position we could see the staff making filet Mignon for the NRCC fundraising dinner. Also Lisa McClain walked past the pool holding area at one point. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL…
DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2026 In-Town Pool TV Corr & Crew: FOX Secondary TV Corr: PBS Photos: AP, AFP, NYT, Reuters, Getty Print: The Atlantic Secondary Print: Wall Street Journal Radio: NPR New Media: Just The News EDT: 9:00 AM In-Town Pool Call Time 8:00 AM THE PRESIDENT participates in Executive Time The White House Closed Press 10:00 AM THE PRESIDENT participates in a Cabinet Mee…
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 6:13 PM
The pool is holding at Union Station above the Shake Shack. Your pooler has not laid eyes on POTUS. Quick note, POTUS remarks will be lived steamed so your pooler will provide newsworthy quotes and color from event. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 6:07 PM
The motorcade arrived at Union Station at 6:07. The ride was uneventful as some people standing on sidewalks filmed and photographed the motorcade but most kept on walking and rarely looked over. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 6:02 PM
The motorcade is rolling at 6:01 on the way to Union Station. Your pooler has not laid eyes on POTUS Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]
From Jeff MordockSent Wednesday, March 25, 2026 5:17 PM
The pool is gathering at the Palm Room doors for our trip to Union Station where President Trump will address the National Republican Congressional Committee dinner. He is scheduled to speak at 7:30 and his remarks will be live streamed. Jeff Mordock White House Reporter The Washington Times 3600 New York Avenue Washington, DC 20002 Ph: XXX-XXX-XXXX [EMAIL ADDRESS]