1. Pledges Security Assistance Following Russia-Ukraine Peace Agreement – Trump pledged to contribute to security efforts should Russia and Ukraine reach a peace agreement.
2. Action Against Venezuela “Soon to Extend from Sea to Land”
– On December 11, when asked whether the US action against Venezuela was still focused solely on drug trafficking after the seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker, Trump hinted that the US might escalate its operations, stating that “the operation will soon extend from sea to land.”
3. Sanctions Imposed on Maduro’s Nephews and Several Companies Transporting Venezuelan Oil
– According to Axios, the Trump administration on Thursday imposed new sanctions on three nephews of Venezuelan President Maduro, a businessman closely associated with the Maduro regime, and six companies transporting Venezuelan oil.
4. Weighing Participation in Ukraine-Europe Talks
—Trump stated that he is considering whether the U.S. should participate in the talks with Ukrainian and European officials in Paris on Saturday. "If we believe there is a good chance (of reaching a peace agreement in Ukraine), we will participate."
5. Ordering SEC to Review Rules for Proxy Consulting Firms
—Trump issued an executive order attempting to limit the influence of proxy consulting firms, aiming to weaken the ability of third-party institutions to influence the decision-making of publicly traded companies. The executive order instructs the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to review rules and regulations related to proxy consulting firms.
6. Plans to Increase Corporate Tax Cuts
—According to foreign media reports, the U.S. Treasury Department is preparing to release a corporate tax relief package that could save companies significant taxes. It could be released as early as next week and will allow companies to fully utilize the R&D tax credits included in Trump's "Big and Beautiful" tax bill.
7. Phone Call with Indian Prime Minister Modi
—Indian Prime Minister Modi spoke with Trump by phone on the 11th, discussing issues such as expanding bilateral trade and strengthening energy cooperation. This was the first phone call between the Indian and U.S. leaders since Russian President Putin's visit to India from the 4th to the 5th. 8. Repeal Biden Administration's Land Protection Policies in Alaska and Other States
—Trump signed several congressional measures on Thursday aimed at repealing the Biden administration's land protection policies restricting energy development on federal land in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and three western states.
9. Praises Stock Market Record Highs—Trump tweeted that the stock market just hit an all-time high! When will the fake polls show that I've done a great job on the economy and other achievements???
