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The National Capital Planning Commission postponed its vote on Trump's White House ballroom project to April 2 due to a flood of public testimony and comments criticizing the demolition of the East Wing and the project’s substantial cost.
The UFC projects around $60 million in costs for the White House event, covering fighter pay and production, with a plan to offset about half through sponsorships; however, the promotion says it will not profit from the spectacle, viewing it as earned media and a long-term audience-growth investment for America’s 250th anniversary.
The UFC’s June 14 White House event is projected to be a historic production with a reported cost potentially approaching $60 million, but organizers still face major logistics: in-person attendance is expected to be around 5,000 due to space and security constraints beneath the South Lawn, a temporary octagon setup, and a grass replacement cost near $700,000. Plans include a National Mall viewing for tens of thousands and weigh-ins possibly at the Lincoln Memorial, with six to seven fights anticipated and broadcasts on Paramount+ (with possible CBS) but no bouts officially announced yet.
The White House argues that 2025 GDP growth beat expectations due to President Trump’s policies, despite a 43‑day Democrat shutdown that economists warned would slow growth; agencies and economists cited warnings and projected continued acceleration into 2026.
The White House dismissed Democrats’ latest offer to fund the Department of Homeland Security, saying talks remain far apart as Congress heads into recess. Democrats are pushing immigration-enforcement reforms (e.g., stricter guardrails on ICE and judicial warrants) while the administration vows to enforce federal immigration law, leaving the path to a quick deal unclear.
Guardian analysis found the White House posted a digitally altered image of Nekima Levy Armstrong crying after an ICE protest, with her skin tone darkened; the White House gave a defensive reply and did not clearly acknowledge the edit, while the briefing notes the administration has posted multiple AI-generated images since Trump’s term began.
The White House posted a digitally altered image intended to show Nekima Levy Armstrong crying during an ICE protest in Minnesota; CBS News confirmed the manipulation, White House described the post as a meme, and experts warn that AI-generated content can undermine public trust amid ongoing demonstrations.
Venezuela opposition leader María Corina Machado handed President Trump her Nobel Peace Prize during a White House meeting, hoping to win US backing in a post-Maduro Venezuela. The Nobel Center soon clarified that medals cannot be transferred, and there was no clear commitment or promise of support from the Trump administration beyond a photo op and a Trump-branded swag bag.
Two U.S. prosecutors have been put on leave after filing a sentencing memo seeking 27 months in prison for a Jan. 6 rioter who brought illegal guns to Obama's house, with the memo later revised to omit references to the attack and Trump’s social media posts, amid controversy over the case and its handling.
The White House criticized the Nobel Committee for not awarding President Trump the Nobel Peace Prize, accusing them of politicizing the award, while Trump continues to seek recognition for his efforts to end conflicts. Meanwhile, National Guard troops are set to patrol Memphis following a federal judge's ruling blocking deployment in Chicago, amid ongoing debates over crime and federal authority in U.S. cities.
A man was arrested near the White House for burning an American flag in protest after Trump signed an executive order aimed at cracking down on flag desecration, which does not criminalize flag burning but seeks to limit incitement to violence; the man identified as a combat veteran was detained for violating park fire regulations.
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed three new members to his White House team, including James Braid as director of the Office of Legislative Affairs, Matt Brasseaux as director of the Office of Political Affairs, and Alex Latcham as director of the Office of Public Liaison. These appointments are part of Trump's efforts to push his administration's agenda, including tax cuts and defense spending. Meanwhile, Elon Musk criticized the F-35 fighter jet program, advocating for drone technology, which may create tension with Trump, who has supported the F-35 program.
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Sebastian Gorka as deputy assistant to the president and senior director for counterterrorism within the National Security Council. Gorka, known for his hardline views on terrorism and immigration, previously served in the Trump administration and is a strong advocate of the America First Agenda. His return has sparked controversy, with some former Trump officials, like John Bolton, criticizing the decision. Alongside Gorka, Alex Wong has been named principal deputy national security adviser.
Michael Anton and Sebastian Gorka are contenders for the role of deputy national security adviser in President-elect Donald Trump's administration. Both are known for their controversial views and loyalty to Trump, with Anton being favored for the position. This move signals a potentially combative foreign policy approach in Trump's second term. The selection does not require Senate confirmation but is expected to provoke significant backlash in Washington.
President-elect Donald Trump plans to reinstate several executive orders from his previous administration that were revoked by President Joe Biden, according to his incoming chief of staff, Susie Wiles. Speaking at a private event for Republican donors, Wiles indicated that Trump will issue numerous executive orders in his first week, reversing Biden's policies. This move is seen as an attempt to leverage executive power, with potential implications for federal employee rights and abortion access. The strategy may be influenced by the possibility of losing congressional control in the 2026 midterms.