From Nandita BoseSent Thursday, February 26, 2026, 1:16 PM ET
The event was live-streamed, but your pooler compiled a few highlights. Please verify quotes against the transcript or recording. Vance referenced the State of the Union, criticizing Democrats for not standing when President Trump urged both parties to rise if they believed the government’s first duty is to protect Americans rather than undocumented immigrants. He said the episode illustrated what’s at stake in Nove…
From Nandita BoseSent Thursday, February 26, 2026, 12:42 PM ET
Ahead of the vice president’s speech, Rep. Van Orden addressed the audience, which numbered a few hundred. “We want legal immigration here,” he said. “We want to welcome people from around the world, but they must come here legally.” He also spoke about eliminating tax on tips, rural healthcare, and being raised in “abject poverty by a single mother.” Administrator Kelly Loeffler spoke about lower tax rates for smal…
From Nandita BoseSent Thursday, February 26, 2026, 12:21 PM
Air Force Two landed at Central Wisconsin Airport at 10.24 am CT. The weather at the airport was cold, around 22 degrees. No news in flight. Rep. Glenn Grothman exited the aircraft first, followed by other guests, including Kelly Loeffler. Rep. Van Orden waved to the press. The vice president then deplaned and boarded his waiting SUV. After a roughly 25-minute drive, the motorcade arrived at Pointe Precision Inc., a…
From Nandita BoseSent Thursday, February 26, 2026, 9:17 AM
The vice president, wearing a suit and red tie, arrived on Marine Two at 9:13 a.m., walked toward the plane, and waved at the press. He boarded Air Force Two at 9:16 a.m. and did not take questions from the pool. We will be wheels up shortly. Best, Nandita Nandita Bose White House Correspondent Reuters +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 This e-mail is for the sole use of the intended recipient and contains information that may be privi…
From Sorapuru, JulianSent Thursday, February 26, 2026 9:12 AM
Good morning, I’ll be your print pooler. The president does not have any public events on his schedule today. I’ll let you all know if anything changes. Julian Sorapuru The Boston Globe XXX-XXX-XXXX Signal: julian_sorapuru.93
From Nandita BoseSent Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:34 AM
Good morning from JBA. Vice President Vance is traveling to Wisconsin today, and I will be your pooler. He will visit a manufacturing facility in Plover, part of Wisconsin’s competitive 3rd Congressional District, to underscore President Donald Trump’s economic message following his State of the Union address on Tuesday. The district is represented by Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden and is one of two Republican-he…
DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 In-Town Pool TV Corr & Crew: ABC Secondary TV Corr: Scripps Photos: AP, AFP, NYT, Reuters, Getty Print: Boston Globe Secondary Print: Financial Times Radio: BBC New Media: Daily Signal EST: 9:00 AM In-Town Pool Call Time 9:00 AM THE PRESIDENT participates in Executive Time The White House Closed Press 11:00 AM THE PRESIDENT receives his Intelligence B…
https://who.eop.gov Office of the First Lady February 25, 2026 First Lady Melania Trump Set to Preside Over U.N. Security Council Calling for Peace Through Education First Lady Melania Trump is set to make history at the United Nations, taking the gavel as the United States assumes the Security Council Presidency to emphasize education’s role in advancing tolerance and world peace. Mrs. Trump’s leadership will mark…
From Soellner, MicaSent Wednesday, February 25, 2026 4:55 PM
Hassett took several questions on a variety of topics while speaking to reporters briefly at the sticks. On housing: Hassett mentioned President Trump’s proposal of banning institutional investors from buying up family homes. Adds that administration has reduced mortgage costs by $4,000 per family this year. “The housing sector is something that the president’s focused with a laser beam on.” On tariffs: Hassett said…
Last night, President Donald J. Trump addressed a joint session of Congress and delivered the first State of the Union of his second term, where he showcased a nation that is well on its way to being stronger, safer, and more prosperous than ever before. Republican leaders from across the country are sharing stories of real progress in their communities — from safer neighborhoods and booming small businesses to grea…
From Soellner, MicaSent Wednesday, February 25, 2026 4:38 PM
Director of the National Economic Council Kevin Hassett is gaggling now at the sticks. Mica Soellner Senior White House Reporter Bloomberg Government C: XXX-XXX-XXXX
From Soellner, MicaSent Wednesday, February 25, 2026 3:36 PM
Director of the National Economic Council Kevin Hassett told reporters he will gaggle at the sticks later today after his second TV hit. We are estimating around 4:20 pm, but will keep everyone posted. Resending this with subject line. Mica Soellner Senior White House Reporter Bloomberg Government C: XXX-XXX-XXXX
Last night, President Donald J. Trump delivered a record-breaking State of the Union Address — the longest in American history — proclaiming the arrival of a new Golden Age for our nation just one year into his transformative second term. With boundless optimism and deep pride in our nation, President Trump highlighted his extraordinary progress in securing the border, unleashing prosperity, achieving energy dominan…
From Soellner, MicaSent Wednesday, February 25, 2026 2:00 PM
The president’s 3 pm meeting with the Transportation Secretary is staying closed for now, per wranglers. Will update if there are any changes. Mica Soellner Senior White House Reporter Bloomberg Government C: XXX-XXX-XXXX
On February 25, 2026, at 4:30 PM, Vice President JD Vance and Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Dr. Mehmet Oz will deliver remarks on the Administration’s efforts to combat fraud. This event will be held in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building and is open to White House Press Pass holders. Please RSVP by 3:00 PM ET. Logistical details will be shared with confirmed attendees.
From Soellner, MicaSent Wednesday, February 25, 2026 9:43 AM
Good morning – I’ll be your print pooler today. The president has no public events scheduled today. He will participate in policy meetings at 11 am and 4:30 pm and will meet with the Secretary of Transportation at 3 pm in the Cabinet room. The meeting currently remains closed press. I will keep you posted on any changes. Mica Soellner Senior White House Reporter Bloomberg Government C: XXX-XXX-XXXX
On Thursday, February 26^th, 2026, Vice President JD Vance will visit a machining facility in Plover, Wisconsin, where he will deliver remarks celebrating the Trump Administration’s accomplishments following the President’s State of the Union address. This event is open to press. Please RSVP no later than 9:00 PM ET/8:00 PM CT on Wednesday, February 25^th.