From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 4:35 PM
POTUS said that he believed “within the next week” there would be a ceasefire in Gaza . “We’re working on Gaza and trying to get it taken care of “ James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 Twitter: @jamespoliti https://www.ft.com/ https://www.facebook.com/financialtimes https://twitter.com/FT http://www.linkedin.com/com…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 4:17 PM
POTUS was seated at the Resolute Desk with Vice- President JD Vance and secretary of state Marco Rubio standing behind him . The foreign ministers of Rwanda and the DRC were in attendance . POTUS congratulated the officials of the two countries for signing the agreement as well as Massad Boulos , his senior adviser on the peace deal . “This is a tremendous breakthrough,” POTUS said . He then said he had “successful”…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 4:04 PM
The Pool entered the Oval Office at 4.04pm for an event on the signing of the peace deal between DRC and Rwanda , which is being hosted by the US . The event is being livestreamed on Wh.gov and the White House YouTube channel. James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 Twitter: @jamespoliti https://www.ft.com/ https://www…
Americans are seeing the cheapest summertime gas prices since 2021 — more than 20 cents lower than one year ago — as President Donald J. Trump delivers on his promises of lower prices , stable inflation, and higher wages. The Fake News was wrong again. From The New York Times : “Summer road trips appear to be safe from a big spike in gasoline prices. The national average price of gasoline has hovered around $3.20 a…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:50 PM
Pool is gathering for the 3pm Oval Office event with POTUS and the foreign ministers of the DRC and Rwanda James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 Twitter: @jamespoliti https://www.ft.com/ https://www.facebook.com/financialtimes https://twitter.com/FT http://www.linkedin.com/company/financial-times https://www.instagra…
“Today’s decision restores the proper separation of powers between the branches of government. Ending nationwide injunctions is a tremendous victory for the American people and the rule of law.” — White House Counsel David Warrington No longer can rogue, activist judges abuse their authority to dictate the executive powers of the President of the United States, the Supreme Court ruled — a massive victory for the Con…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:47 PM
POTUS walked out of the briefing room and ended his remarks at 12.43pm. James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 Twitter: @jamespoliti https://www.ft.com/ https://www.facebook.com/financialtimes https://twitter.com/FT http://www.linkedin.com/company/financial-times https://www.instagram.com/financialtimes/?hl=en http://…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:46 PM
POTUS said the July 4 deadline was "important" but "not the end-all". When asked about Senator Ron Johnson's warning that he might need more time to get on board, he responded that he was a "good man" . James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 Twitter: @jamespoliti https://www.ft.com/ https://www.facebook.com/financialt…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:41 PM
POTUS was asked if he would consider bombing Iran's nuclear facilities if Tehran was enriching uranium to a level that concerned the US. "Sure, without question, absolutely" he responded. James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 Twitter: @jamespoliti https://www.ft.com/ https://www.facebook.com/financialtimes https://tw…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:11 PM
POTUS said the US was in the "process" of making deals with some countries on trade ahead of a July 9 deadline before tariffs increase, but he said that other countries would be receiving a letter outlining the tariffs they would face. "We're just going to tell them what they have to pay," POTUS said. James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:01 PM
POTUS ended his opening remarks by thanking the Supreme Court for the ruling then handed over the podium to Pam Bondi, the attorney general. "Americans are finally getting what they voted for. No longer will we have rogue judges striking down President Trump's policies across the entire nation," she said. James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XX…
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 11:52 AM
POTUS entered the briefing room at 11.48a and began to speak by hailing the Supreme Court's ruling on nationwide injunctions and birthright citizenship. James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 (tel:+XXX-XXX-XXXX5) Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 (tel:+XXX-XXX-XXXX9) Twitter: @jamespoliti
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 11:47 AM
Two minute warning was given at 11.47am. The briefing will be live-streamed at https://www.whitehouse.gov/live/ James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 (tel:+XXX-XXX-XXXX5) Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 (tel:+XXX-XXX-XXXX9) Twitter: @jamespoliti
From James PolitiSent Friday, June 27, 2025, 11:07 AM
Good morning all, I will be your print pooler for today. We have just been informed that POTUS will be speaking to reporters in the briefing room at 11.30am. James Politi Financial Times Washington bureau chief 1667 K St NW Suite 825 Washington DC 20006 Tel: +XXX-XXX-XXXX5 Mobile: +XXX-XXX-XXXX9 Twitter: @jamespoliti
UPDATED DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 27, 2025 In-Town Pool TV Corr & Crew: CBS Secondary TV: Hearst Photos: AP, AFP, NYT, Reuters, Getty Print: Financial Times Radio: SRN Secondary Print: National Journal New Media: Decrypt Media EDT 9:00 AM In-Town Pool Call Time 11:00 AM THE PRESIDENT receives his Intelligence Briefing Oval Office Closed Press 11:30 AM THE PRESIDENT holds a Press Briefing Jam…
DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 27, 2025 In-Town Pool TV Corr & Crew: CBS Secondary TV: Hearst Photos: AP, AFP, NYT, Reuters, Getty Print: Financial Times Radio: SRN Secondary Print: National Journal New Media: Decrypt Media EDT 9:00 AM In-Town Pool Call Time 11:00 AM THE PRESIDENT receives his Intelligence Briefing Oval Office Closed Press 3:00 PM THE PRESIDENT participates in a visit with the Fo…
From Geoff EarleSent Thursday, June 26, 2025, 6:45 PM
We have a travel / photo lid. Deputy US Political Editor E-mail: [EMAIL ADDRESS] Mobile: +(1) XXX-XXX-XXXX (tel:XXX-XXX-XXXX) MailOnline | 51 Astor Place, 9^th floor, New York NY 10003 Disclaimer This e-mail and any attached files are intended for the named addressee only. It contains information, which may be confidential and legally privileged and also protected by copyright. Unless you are the named addressee (or…
From Geoff EarleSent Thursday, June 26, 2025, 5:26 PM
POTUS wrapped at 5:02. He did not respond to shouted questions about the China deal he referenced or what evidence he has about who is the leaker. He took a quick question on the way out about whether Congress will be able to finish the bill by July 4. “We hope so,” he replied. A few moments that might not have been picked up on camera: When he asked McMahon how much we were getting out of Harvard, she replied: “A l…
From Geoff EarleSent Thursday, June 26, 2025, 4:23 PM
POTUS entered the room to “Hail to the Chief” at 4:19. Event is underway. – Geoff Earle Deputy US Political Editor E-mail: [EMAIL ADDRESS] Mobile: +(1) XXX-XXX-XXXX MailOnline | 51 Astor Place, 9^th floor, New York NY 10003 Disclaimer This e-mail and any attached files are intended for the named addressee only. It contains information, which may be confidential and legally privileged and also protected by copyright.…
In a defining moment for global security, President Donald J. Trump achieved a monumental victory for the United States and its allies, brokering an historic deal to dramatically increase defense contributions across the NATO alliance — and marking a new era of shared responsibility and strength against global threats. The agreement was met with widespread praise at home and across the world. NATO Secretary General…