WH in town note 5/ POTUS speaks to reporters

POTUS walked a line of reporters taking questions. He said he does not yet know whether he will attend the Pope’s funeral. He expressed confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and criticised the “fake news” media. On the question of whether Secretary Hegseth is doing a good job, POTUS remarked: “Ask the Houthis.”

More to follow.

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