1. Insisting the Banquet Hall Plan is a Foregone Conclusion – Despite arguments from Justice Department lawyers that the White House banquet hall construction plan is flexible and subject to federal review, Trump insists the plan is finalized.
2. Calling for an End to Sanctuary City Policy – Trump urged Congress to end the sanctuary city policy and called on Minnesota Governor Walz to cooperate in law enforcement.
3. Refusal to Comment on the Minnesota Federal Officer Law Enforcement Controversy
Regarding the appropriateness of the shooting death of a man by federal law enforcement officers in Minnesota, Trump declined to comment, stating that the government is reviewing the matter. He did not rule out the possibility of eventually withdrawing immigration enforcement officials from Minneapolis.
4. Russia Says No Phone Call Scheduled – Russian Presidential Press Secretary Peskov stated that President Putin's current schedule does not include a phone conversation with Trump, but it can be arranged quickly if needed.
