Presidential statements
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President Trump Comments on Micron Ahead of Market Holiday
President Trump stated on May 22 that Micron could invest over $100 billion in New York. The company's stock rose 19 percent when markets reopened on May 26.
realitytea.comPresident Trump Posts Criticism of Iran Deal Critics on Memorial Day
President Trump posted on Truth Social early Monday morning criticizing Democrats and some Republicans questioning talks with Iran. The message came ahead of a planned wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington Cemetery.
khaama.comAxios Reports Trump Statement on Possible Iran Strike or Deal
Axios published a statement attributed to President Trump regarding U.S. policy toward Iran. The statement outlines two potential outcomes: a military strike or a negotiated agreement.
Washington ExaminerPresident Urges Federal Reserve Chairman to Operate Independently
The president called for the Federal Reserve chairman to disregard political considerations when setting policy. The remarks came during an East Room address on Friday.
nbcnews.comPresident Trump Describes White House Ballroom Project as Gift with Security Features
President Trump spoke from the Oval Office about a ballroom under construction to replace the White House East Wing. He described the project as a gift and noted planned security measures including bulletproof materials and a drone port.
Washington ExaminerTrump Urges Republicans to Replace Senate Parliamentarian After Funding Block
President Donald Trump called on Republicans to replace Senate parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough after she blocked funding for a White House ballroom in an appropriations bill. He also urged passage of the SAVE America Act and elimination of the filibuster.
nbcnews.comTrump Describes Chinese Leader as Ruler He Respects
President Trump responded to a question about whether the Chinese leader is a dictator by describing him as the ruler and president of China. He said one deals with what is available and expressed respect for the leader's intelligence and love of country. The exchange occurred in…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTrump Says He Took Three Cognitive Tests
The current U.S. president stated that he completed three cognitive tests described as difficult. He added that many people would be unable to pass them. The president gave an example of a question involving a lion, a bear and an alligator.
dailycaller.comTrump Calls for Calm as Hantavirus Cases Rise
President Trump said he has been briefed on a hantavirus situation and told Americans not to be concerned. He stated that officials are studying the issue and expressed hope that it will be fine. The comments came in response to questions about potential public worry over the vir…
al-monitor.comTrump Says He Ordered Military to Fix Autocorrect Glitch Changing Wife’s Name in Posts
President Trump stated on May 7, 2026, that he instructed the military to correct an autocorrect function that altered his wife’s name in social media posts. The revelation came in remarks reported by The Independent. It marks an unusual instance of the president describing direc…
koreaherald.comSouth Korean President Lee Jae-myung Reiterates Commitment to Stabilizing Housing Market
President Lee Jae Myung stated that normalizing the real estate market is a key national policy and an inevitable trend. He shared a news article on X forecasting declining house prices and warned against the myth of real estate invincibility. The move aligns with his administrat…
forbes.comIntel Shares Rise 19% After Earnings; Private Equity Stocks Fall Thursday
Intel's stock jumped 19% in extended trading following its earnings report, reaching around $78 per share. Several private equity firms saw declines, while President Trump highlighted high stock market levels amid ongoing conflicts. CNN noted the market's strong performance durin…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTrump Criticizes Pope Leo XIV on Iran Policy; Catholic Leaders Respond
Several Catholic figures, including bishops and organization heads, have criticized President Donald Trump's recent comments about Pope Leo XIV. The responses follow Trump's statements on the pope's positions regarding Iran and other issues. Vice President JD Vance and other offi…