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note: this post is updated throughout the day as events warrant
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Presidential Itinerary – the details
President Donald Trump will attend a dinner with supporters.
At 9:30 am the White House updated the public schedule to include a press briefing to be held by Press Secretary Sarah Sanders at 2:30 p.m. EDT.
See all of the president’s daily schedules HERE.
Trump’s Tweets (newest to oldest)
“Still Rising: Rasmussen Poll Shows Donald Trump Approval Ratings Now at 51 Percent” https://t.co/q80PaE0gQo
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 4, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the four U.S. Marines from the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing who lost their lives in yesterday’s Southern California helicopter crash. We pray for their families, and our great @USMC.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 4, 2018
When you’re already $500 Billion DOWN, you can’t lose!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 4, 2018
We are not in a trade war with China, that war was lost many years ago by the foolish, or incompetent, people who represented the U.S. Now we have a Trade Deficit of $500 Billion a year, with Intellectual Property Theft of another $300 Billion. We cannot let this continue!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 4, 2018
Our Border Laws are very weak while those of Mexico & Canada are very strong. Congress must change these Obama era, and other, laws NOW! The Democrats stand in our way – they want people to pour into our country unchecked….CRIME! We will be taking strong action today.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 4, 2018
Official Statements
On the Trump Infrastructure Plan
The White House pointed out an op-ed Wednesday in which Labor Secretary Alex Acosta highlighted the Trump administration’s infrastructure plan.
On Syria
The military mission to eradicate ISIS in Syria is coming to a rapid end, with ISIS being almost completely destroyed. The United States and our partners remain committed to eliminating the small ISIS presence in Syria that our forces have not already eradicated. We will continue to consult with our allies and friends regarding future plans. We expect countries in the region and beyond, plus the United Nations, to work toward peace and ensure that ISIS never re-emerges.
On the Houthi Commercial Maritime Attack
The United States is very concerned about the Houthis latest attempt to escalate the war in Yemen, this time by attacking a commercial vessel while it transited one of the worlds busiest shipping lanes, the Bab al-Mandab, in international waters. A significant portion of global trade moves through the Bab al-Mandab every day, including key energy and food supplies. In January, the Houthis publicly threatened to attack international commercial maritime traffic in the Red Sea, and launched this attack near the vital port of Hudaydah. Yesterdays attack coincides with the UNs High-Level Pledging Event in Geneva, where the Saudi-led Coalitions contributed $930 million. In contrast, the Iranian regime continues to perpetuate the conflict and provide destabilizing weapons to the Houthis. We call on the Houthis to cease further escalation and demonstrate their commitment to a peace process by engaging in constructive dialogue.
Executive Actions
President Donald Trump signed an executive memorandum Wednesday authorizing the use of the National Guard on the U.S. – Mexico border in a support role.
Executive Branch Nominations/Designations
- none
Communications with Heads of State and State Officials (readouts often come the day after the conversation)
Call with President Emmanuel Macron of France
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Emmanuel Macron of France to discuss his upcoming state visit to Washington. The two leaders also discussed their commitment to ensure the total defeat of ISIS.
