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@realDonaldTrump For many years the World has wondered why Prescription Drugs and Pharmaceuticals in the United States States of America were SO MUCH HIGHER IN PRICE THAN THEY WERE IN ANY OTHER NATION, SOMETIMES BEING FIVE TO TEN TIMES MORE EXPENSIVE THAN THE SAME DRUG, MANUFACTURED IN THE EXACT SAME LABORATORY OR PLANT, BY THE SAME COMPANY??? It was always difficult to explain and very embarrassing because, in fact…
@realDonaldTrump I am happy to announce that Edan Alexander, an American citizen who has been held hostage since October 2023, is coming home to his family. I am grateful to all those involved in making this monumental news happen. This was a step taken in good faith towards the United States and the efforts of the mediators — Qatar and Egypt — to put an end to this very brutal war and return ALL living hostages and…
Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent : “I'm happy to report that we made substantial progress between the United States and China in the very important trade talks. First, I want to thank our Swiss host. The Swiss government has been very kind in providing us this wonderful venue, and I think that led to a great deal of productivity we’ve seen. We will be giving details tomorrow, but I can tell you that the talks…
The White House called a travel/photo lid at 9 a.m. Happy Mother’s Day! John T. Bennett White House Correspondent & Editor-at-Large Roll Call & CQ | FiscalNote publications | RollCall.com | @bennettjohnt
DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY, MAY 11, 2025 In-Town Pool TV Corr & Crew: NBC Photos: AP, AFP, NYT, Reuters, Getty Print: CQ Roll Call Radio: AP Secondary TV Corr: Spectrum Secondary Print: The Guardian New Media: UnHerd EDT 10:00 AM In-Town Pool Call Time THE PRESIDENT has no public events scheduled To ensure uninterrupted delivery of these emails, please add [EMAIL ADDRESS] to your Address Book and/o…
White House has called a lid for the day. Jennifer Shutt Washington senior reporter @JenniferShutt
Motorcade arrived back at the White House at 15:55 after an uneventful ride. Jennifer Shutt Washington senior reporter @JenniferShutt
Motorcade began rolling from Trump golf course at 15:20. Pool saw the president talking on his phone while in the SUV. Jennifer Shutt Washington senior reporter @JenniferShutt
Pool loaded back into the vans at the golf course at 12:13 p.m. Jennifer Shutt Washington senior reporter @JenniferShutt
@realDonaldTrump After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter! See the Truth Social Post here . ______________________________________________ @JDVance Great work from the President’s t…
On this day 250 years ago, a mighty assembly of statesmen, thinkers, lawyers, and patriots gathered at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to formally convene a revolutionary body to guide America to its independence. On May 10, 1775, our Nation’s forefathers convened the Second Continental Congress—a historic body that would go on to adopt the Declaration of Independence, the grandest and most importan…
Pool arrived at Trump National Golf Club Washington D.C., located in Sterling, Va., at 9:38 a.m. Your pooler did not see Trump exit the SUV. Pool holding inside the Tennis club house. Jennifer Shutt Washington senior reporter @JenniferShutt
Pool loaded into the vans at 8:40 a.m. We began rolling at 9:06 a.m. Pool saw the president wearing a white baseball cap before he got into a black SUV. Jennifer Shutt Washington senior reporter @JenniferShutt
Morning, Pool has gathered for a departure to an undisclosed location. We will update you all once we arrive. Also flagging a Truth Social post from the President this morning, announcing a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/XXX-XXX-XXXX83675564 “After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to…
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. Purpose. The United States is drastically overregulated. The Code of Federal Regulations contains over 48,000 sections, stretching over 175,000 pages -- far more than any citizen can possibly read…
DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2025 In-Town Pool TV Corr & Crew: Fox Photos: AP, AFP, NYT, Reuters, Getty Print: States Newsroom Radio: ABC Secondary TV Corr: RAV Secondary Print: Reuters New Media: Law360 EDT 8:00 AM In-Town Pool Call Time THE PRESIDENT has no public events scheduled To ensure uninterrupted delivery of these emails, please add [EMAIL ADDRESS] to your Address Book and/or Saf…
This week, President Donald J. Trump advanced his America First agenda with remarkable successes that bolster the economy, enhance national security, and promote global stability. From a landmark trade agreement to bold steps to secure our borders and skies, President Trump is delivering results that matter to every American. Here is a non-comprehensive list of wins in week 16: President Trump announced a “breakthro…
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the President signed into law: H.J. Res. 20, which provides congressional disapproval of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters". H.J. Res. 24, which provides congressional disapproval of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservat…
_______________________________________________________________ BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Over the last 4 years, the United States has endured a full-scale invasion of aliens entering and remaining in the country illegally, causing a relentless onslaught of crime, vagrancy, violence, and death in countless American communities. This lawless invasion has also limited the capacity…
May 9, 2025 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR THE DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS SUBJECT: Rescission of Useless Water Pressure Standards By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby direct: Water conservation requirements for faucets, showers, bathtubs, and…