President Donald Trump has recently signed a series of executive orders focusing on military matters. One of these orders directs Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to review the Pentagon's policy regarding transgender troops, potentially leading to a future ban on their service.
New White House Press Secretary to Hold First Briefing
The new White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, is scheduled to hold her first briefing on Tuesday at 1 p.m. ET. This will be her first official briefing in the White House briefing room, a space that saw contentious interactions between the administration and journalists during Trump's first term.
Senior Aid Officials Placed on Leave Amid Allegations of Resistance to Trump's Orders
At least 56 senior officials at the U.S. Agency for International Development have been put on leave as part of an investigation into alleged efforts to obstruct President Trump's directives. Additionally, several hundred contractors have been laid off, following a recent executive order by Trump imposing a 90-day pause on most U.S. foreign assistance.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Hopes to Meet with President Trump in Washington
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is aiming to meet with President Trump in Washington as early as next week. This potential visit could make Netanyahu the first foreign leader to meet with Trump at the White House since his inauguration. Details of the meeting are expected to be arranged during talks between Trump's special Middle East envoy and Israeli officials.
Trump Considers Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
President Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico, similar to the tactic used to pressure Colombia into accepting deportees. Economists are wary of the potential consequences of such tariffs, expressing doubts about the wisdom of self-inflicted economic harm. Trump has emphasized his intention to use tariffs as leverage to compel other countries to show respect towards the United States.
