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Foreign Pool Report # 8

From Lalit K. Jha Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 6:25 PM

The motorcade of the Pak PM and his delegation was seen leaving the White House at about 6.18 pm As per WH, the visiting delegation included 1. H.E. Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan 2. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff With warm rgds, , ललित के झा Reporting world's oldest democracy for the world's largest democracy https://twitter.com/lalitkjha https://www.instagram…

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in-town note 12 -- lid

From Alex Isenstadt Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 6:18 PM

The WH called a lid at 6:15 pm Have a great evening! Alex Isenstadt Senior Political Reporter Axios Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence

NATIONAL SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL MEMORANDUM/NSPM-7 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY SUBJECT: Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby direct the following: Section 1. Domestic Terrorism and…

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In town note 11 — otter file for oval remarks

From Alex Isenstadt Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025 5:32 PM

See below file for full audio of Trump remarks in oval on EO signing and qs https://otter.ai/u/n0voMku5OKKY6L1zUAfLhJwmXAQ Alex Isenstadt Senior Political Reporter Axios Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX

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In town note 10 - oval - EO signing/qs

From Alex Isenstadt Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 5:30 PM

Trump in oval for EO signings, including on the tik tok deal. Otter file to follow. Please check quotes Against tape. Admin officials present include Will scharf, kash Patel, Steven miller, Pam Bondi, Bessent, VP Vance Before signing the orders, POTUS mentions that he Spoke with Netanyahu today and other Middle East leaders on Gaza. During questions, the president confirmed that he will not allow Israel to annex the…

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Enforcing the Death Penalty Laws in the District of Columbia to Deter and Punish the Most Heinous Crimes

MEMORANDUM FOR THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA SUBJECT: Enforcing the Death Penalty Laws in the District of Columbia to Deter and Punish the Most Heinous Crimes By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby direct: Section 1. Background. Federal law provides for the death penalty for criminals found g…

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SAVING TIKTOK WHILE PROTECTING NATIONAL SECURITY

EXECUTIVE ORDER ________________________________________________________________ By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Background. The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (the "Act") (Public Law 118-50, Div. H) regulates "foreign adversary controlled applications," specifically…

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GOLD STAR MOTHER'S AND FAMILY'S DAY, 2025

________________________________________________________________ By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Since the dawn of our Republic, millions of brave men and women have answered the call of liberty to preserve peace, uphold our sovereignty, and defend the sacred ideals that have defined our Nation for nearly 250 years. Countless souls have perished in this noble pursuit -- their supreme…

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Foreign Pool Report # 7: Arrival of Pak PM

From Lalit K. Jha Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 5:04 PM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan arrived at the White House at 4:52 pm. The motorcared entered the West Ececutive Avenue through the Pennsylvania Ave. Senior administration officials were seen greeting him at the West Exective Avenue entrance of the White House. He was accompanied with Field Marshal Asim Munir. POTUS was still having his Oval Office press conference when the dignatories arrved at the White…

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In town note 10 - walking into oval

From Alex Isenstadt Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 4:22 PM

Will update with potus remarks Alex Isenstadt Senior Political Reporter Axios Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Democrats Press on with Shutdown Threats… Even the Media Isn’t Buying Their Obstruction

Democrats are threatening to hold government funding hostage to score political points, ignoring the real-world consequences — barreling our country towards a government shutdown if Republicans don’t adhere to their roughly $1.5 trillion wish list. The American people want to keep their government open — and even the media isn’t buying Democrats’ political posturing. https://www.politico.com/news/2025/09/22/democrat…

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In town note 9 - holding outside oval

From Alex Isenstadt Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 4:13 PM

Pool still holding outside oval. No update on timing Alex Isenstadt Senior Political Reporter Axios Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Foreign Pool Report #7 clarification Tom Barrack deal

From Ines Pohl Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 3:43 PM

United States Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack was asked in a press gaggle outside the Oval Office if the deal with Boeing is done. He said: The deal is done. Ines Pohl Washington Bureau Chief Deutsche Welle (DW) 2000 M St NW, Suite 335 Washington, D.C., 20036 USA Office: + 1 XXX-XXX-XXXX Mobile: XXX-XXX-XXXX @inespohl [EMAIL ADDRESS] (mailto:[EMAIL ADDRESS])

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Foreign Pool Report #6 Tom Barrack deal

From Ines Pohl Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 3:10 PM

Tom Barrack gaggled the press outside the White House and said, 'The deal is done.' He didn't provide any specifics. Ines Pohl Washington Bureau Chief Deutsche Welle (DW) 2000 M St NW, Suite 335 Washington, D.C., 20036 USA

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Foreign Pool Report # 6 : Background: Visit of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan.

From Lalit K. Jha Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:36 PM

Good Afternoon, Taking over from Ines to cover the visit of of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan this evening at 4.30 pm. The Oval Offce meeting is closed press. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or comments. Backgrounder: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's Visit to the White House Visit Duration & Purpose: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is undertaking a five-day visit to the…

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Foreign Pool Report #5 Erdogan no further meetings

From Ines Pohl Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:28PM

Erdogan won't have any further meetings in Washington and is flying back home Ines Pohl Washington Bureau Chief Deutsche Welle (DW) 2000 M St NW, Suite 335 Washington, D.C., 20036 USA Office: + 1 XXX-XXX-XXXX Mobile: XXX-XXX-XXXX @inespohl [EMAIL ADDRESS] (mailto:[EMAIL ADDRESS])

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Foreign Pool Report #4 Erdogan leaving

From Ines Pohl Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 1:52 PM

President Erdogan left the Oval office at 1.50 after a little over two hours at the White House. Ines Pohl Washington Bureau Chief Deutsche Welle (DW) 2000 M St NW, Suite 335 Washington, D.C., 20036 USA Office: + 1 XXX-XXX-XXXX Mobile: XXX-XXX-XXXX @inespohl [EMAIL ADDRESS] (mailto:[EMAIL ADDRESS])

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In town note 7 - trump emerges from west wing briefly

From Alex Isenstadt Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 1:54 PM

Trump emerged from the west wing at around 1:49 pm Asked how the meeting was, trump said it was “great” and gave a thumbs up. He then went back inside. Erdogan’s car drove off Alex Isenstadt Senior Political Reporter Axios Cell: XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Foreign Pool Report #3 Oval Trump Erdogan

From Ines Pohl Sent Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12:54 PM

The presser in the Oval Office lasted just under 25 minutes; President Erdogan praised the relationship with Donald Trump in his statement. He said he is very happy that the two are able to meet so close to the UNGA. He said: "We will be discussing F35 the F16 and also the issue Halkbank. " He also addressed the debate about the Orthodox school Halki in Turkey and said he will talk to the head of the Orthodox church…