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note: this post is updated throughout the day as events warrant
See all of the daily White House Daily Chronicles HERE.
Presidential Itinerary – the details
President Donald Trump will meet with Republican members of the Senate then have lunch with the Vice President and Secretary of Homeland Security.
In the afternoon, the president will announce his stance on the Iran nuclear deal (Join Comprehensive Plan of Action). [Live Stream]
The president will deliver remarks to the Federal Judges Association at a reception in the evening.
See all of the president’s daily schedules HERE.
Trump’s Tweets (newest to oldest)
The Iran Deal is defective at its core. If we do nothing, we know what will happen. In just a short time, the world’s leading state sponsor of terror will be on the cusp of acquiring the world’s most dangerous weapons…. pic.twitter.com/58qwBLzxIH
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 8, 2018
"Finally, I want to deliver a message to the long-suffering people of Iran. The people of America stand with you." pic.twitter.com/TsrheA7rUz
— The White House 45 Archived (@WhiteHouse45) May 8, 2018
"At the heart of the Iran deal was a giant fiction: that a murderous regime desired only a peaceful nuclear energy program. Today, we have definitive proof that this Iranian promise was a lie." pic.twitter.com/9m4VBjnHj7
— The White House 45 Archived (@WhiteHouse45) May 8, 2018
Statement on the Iran Nuclear Deal: https://t.co/O3SpryCKkc
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 8, 2018
John Kerry can’t get over the fact that he had his chance and blew it! Stay away from negotiations John, you are hurting your country!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 8, 2018
I will be speaking to my friend, President Xi of China, this morning at 8:30. The primary topics will be Trade, where good things will happen, and North Korea, where relationships and trust are building.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 8, 2018
Gina Haspel, my highly respected nominee to lead the CIA, is being praised for the fact that she has been, and alway will be, TOUGH ON TERROR! This is a woman who has been a leader wherever she has gone. The CIA wants her to lead them into America’s bright and glorious future!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 8, 2018
Official Statements
- The president announced that the United States would be withdrawing from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (Iran nuclear deal) [video + transcript]
- Statement from the Press Secretary on the Civil War in South Sudan [full text]
- White House Office of the Communications Director issued a statement admonishing opposition media for attacks on Mrs. Trump’s “Be Best” initiative
- White House announces rescission package to cut spending by $15.4 billion
Executive Actions
- Approved North Carolina disaster declaration for tornado and storm damage on April 15, 2018
- Approved Hawaii disaster declaration for volcanic eruptions, lava flows and earthquakes this month
Executive Branch Nominations/Designations
- none
Communications with Heads of State and State Officials (readouts often come the day after the conversation)
Call with President Xi Jinping of China
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Xi Jinping of China. The two leaders discussed issues of mutual interest, including recent developments on the Korean Peninsula and President Xi’s meeting today with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. President Trump and President Xi agreed on the importance of continued implementation of sanctions on North Korea until it permanently dismantles its nuclear and missile programs. President Trump affirmed his commitment to ensuring that the trade and investment relationship between the United States and China is balanced and benefits American businesses and workers.
Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The two leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace and stability in the Middle East.
