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Amendment to Duties to Address the Flow of Illicit Drugs across our Northern Border

EXECUTIVE ORDER By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, I hereby determine and order: Section 1.…

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In town pool report #2

From George Condon Sent Sunday, March 2, 2025 8:15 PM

No news and no color (unless you count the reddened cheeks of frigid poolers). Marine One touched down at 7:59. The president stepped off at 8:02. He looked over toward the pool, pumped his fist but was more interested in the warmth of the White House than the shouted questions. He was inside at 8:02. Elon Musk, son atop his shoulders, was similarly non-responsive to questions and was inside the White House by 8:03.…

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Travel pool #7: Marine One and handoff

From Haisten Willis Sent Sunday, March 2, 2025, 7:51 PM

POTUS left Air Force One at 7:43 p.m., he gave the press his trademark raised fist and mouthed “thank you” but did not speak to us. Elon Musk followed shortly thereafter carrying his son. They boarded Marine One and took off at 7:50. Handing off to in-town pool. Thanks so much. Haisten Willis White House Reporter Washington Examiner XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Travel pool # 6: Landing

From Haisten Willis Sent Sunday, March 2, 2025, 7:26 PM

Air Force One landed at 7:25 p.m. following an uneventful flight. No officials visited while we were on board. We’re awaiting departure. A couple of notes from earlier: Elon Musk’s mother, Maye Musk, was also on board for the flight. X, Musk’s son, came over and waved to us midway through. Haisten Willis White House Reporter Washington Examiner XXX-XXX-XXXX

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The President and First Lady’s Message on National Read Across America Day, 2025

The President and First Lady’s Message on National Read Across America Day, 2025 Today, we join students, parents, teachers, librarians, and Americans all across our country in commemorating National Read Across America Day—an occasion to celebrate the importance of reading and the unparalleled power of literacy. Books have always been the bedrock of a great life and a great future. The simple act of opening a new b…

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Travel pool #5: leaving for DC

From Haisten Willis Sent Sunday, March 2, 2025, 5:40 PM

The motorcade left Mar-a-Lago at 5:24 p.m. and we caught another glimpse of POTUS as the Beast rode by. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz was seen in the motorcade. We passed a large group of supporters and many bystanders holding their phones en route. After the short drive we arrived at Air Force One. POTUS was quickly up the stairs, saluted, and entered the plane at 5:31. Trump’s father in law Viktor Knaus was…

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SUNDAY SHOWS: Trump Administration Fighting for America First

This morning, the Trump Administration was out in force across the TV networks as they updated the American people on President Trump’s agenda. Here’s what you missed: Secretary of State Marco Rubio on ABC This Week On negotiations to end the war in Ukraine : “The sooner everyone grows up around here and figures out that this is a bad war that's heading in a bad direction... the more progress we're going to be able…

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Travel pool #4: back at Mar-a-Lago

From Haisten Willis Sent Sunday, March 2, 2025, 2:46 PM

We passed a few bystanders and bicycles on the way back to Mar-a-Lago, arriving back at 2:42 p.m. Pool is now holding again. Haisten Willis White House Reporter Washington Examiner XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Travel pool #3: leaving golf

From Haisten Willis Sent Sunday, March 2, 2025, 2:41 PM

He waved at the group assembled across from the entrance to the golf course. Perhaps 20 people were there, mixed between supporters and protesters. Many were waving flags, including American flags, flags with the image of POTUS on them, a pride flag, a giant flag reading “Trump: F* Your Feelings,” and a smaller one reading “F* Donald Trump.” We also spotted a life-sized POTUS doll. Protester signs: “Russian operativ…

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DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY, MARCH 2, 2025

DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY, MARCH 2, 2025 In-Town Pool Wire: Bloomberg Photos: AFP, NYT, Reuters, Getty TV Corr & Crew: NBC Print: National Journal Radio: AURN New Media: EWTN Out-of-Town Travel Pool Wire: Bloomberg, Reuters Photos: AFP, NYT, Reuters TV Corr & Crew: CNN Secondary TV Corr & Crew: RAV Print: Washington Examiner Radio: NPR New Media: Daily Wire EST 7:00 AM Out-of-Town Travel Pool Call…

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Travel pool #2: golf course and hold

From Haisten Willis Sent Sunday, March 2, 2025, 9:11 AM

The motorcade sped through mostly empty streets, passing a bicyclist and a woman in a lawn chair, then entered the golf course at 9 a.m. sharp. We left the motorcade and are now holding again. The AP has provided treats for the traveling press at the library. Haisten Willis White House Reporter Washington Examiner XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Travel pool #1: Mar-a-Lago and rolling

From Haisten Willis Sent Saturday, March 1, 2025, 8:55 AM

Good morning and happy Sunday. It’s a beautiful day in West Palm Beach. Pool left the hold shortly after 7 a.m. and headed to Mar-a-Lago to hold. We joined up with the motorcade at 8:52, catching a glimpse of potus wearing a white hat. We are rolling now. An Associated Press reporter and photographer again tried to join the traveling crew pool this morning and were not allowed. More soon. Haisten Willis White House…

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Travel pool #4: Lid

From Haisten Willis Sent Saturday, March 1, 2025, 5:33 PM

Called at 5:29. See y’all tomorrow. Haisten Willis White House Reporter Washington Examiner XXX-XXX-XXXX

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Addressing the Threat to National Security from Imports of Timber, Lumber, and their Derivative Products

EXECUTIVE ORDER By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1862) (Trade Expansion Act), it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Policy. The wood products industry, composed of timber, lumber, and their derivative products (such as paper products, furniture, and cabinetry) is a cr…

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Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production

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 production of timber, lumber, paper, bioenergy, and other wood products (timber production) is critical to our Nation's well-being. Timber production is essential for crucial human activities like construction and energy production. Furthermore, as…

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Designating English as the Official Language of The United States

EXECUTIVE ORDER DESIGNATING ENGLISH AS THE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE OF THE UNITED STATES 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 and Policy. From the founding of our Republic, English has been used as our national language. Our Nation's historic governing documents, including the Declaration of Independence and the…

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Travel pool #3: Back at Mar-a-Lago

From Haisten Willis Sent Saturday, March 1, 2025, 3:52 PM

Pool left the hold and joined the presidential motorcade as it exited the golf course at 3:32. We caught a glimpse of the Beast as it rode by. One vehicle toward the front of the motorcade (not the one potus was in) was smoking a bit. A group of about 10 supporters was stationed across the street, most sitting in lawn chairs. During the drive, we rode back by Air Force One and saw a few more supporters. One sign: “S…

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More Support for Trump Administration’s Pursuit of Peace in Ukraine

Support continues to roll in for the unwavering commitment of President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Vance to the American people and the Trump Administration’s relentless pursuit of peace. Speaker Mike Johnson : “Thanks to President Trump - the days of America being taken advantage of and disrespected are OVER. The death and destruction of the Russian-provoked war needs to stop immediately, and only our Ameri…