White House
JD Vance Embraces Viral 'Fat JD' Meme in Halloween Costume Amid Personal Criticism
Nov 01, 2025 11:14 am CST
US Vice President JD Vance transformed criticism into humor by recreating the viral 'fat JD' meme for Halloween, posting a selfie wearing a curly brown wig that garnered millions of views. The playful response came amid controversy over comments about his wife's faith, with social media users praising his good-natured approach to internet culture.
President Trump Recreates Viral Halloween Candy Prank at White House Trick-or-Treat Event
Oct 31, 2025 04:37 pm CST
During the annual White House Halloween celebration, President Trump recreated his viral 2019 moment by placing candy on a child's costume helmet rather than in their bag. The playful interaction occurred with a young trick-or-treater dressed as DJ Marshmello, delighting onlookers and creating another memorable presidential Halloween moment.
US Vice President JD Vance Defends Nuclear Testing as Essential for National Security
Oct 31, 2025 02:59 am CST
Vice President JD Vance justified President Trump's nuclear testing orders during a White House press briefing, stating that verifying the functionality of America's nuclear arsenal is crucial for national security, though he declined to provide specific details about the planned tests.
Constitutional Roadblock: Trump Acknowledges He Cannot Seek a Third Presidential Term
Oct 29, 2025 03:50 pm CST
President Donald Trump has conceded he cannot run for a third term due to constitutional limitations, despite expressing his desire to continue serving. House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed discussing these "constitutional constrictions" with Trump, explaining that the 22nd Amendment clearly prohibits presidents from serving more than two terms and that amending this would require a lengthy approval process spanning years.
House Speaker Mike Johnson Rejects Constitutional Path for Trump's Third Term Aspirations
Oct 29, 2025 05:53 am CST
House Speaker Mike Johnson firmly states there is no constitutional pathway for President Donald Trump's third term aspirations, citing the 22nd Amendment's clear limitations. Despite Trump's public musings and "Trump 2028" merchandise circulating in Washington, Johnson maintains that constitutional barriers would require a lengthy amendment process, while acknowledging Trump's testing of presidential powers in his current second term.
White House Begins Historic East Wing Demolition for Trump's $250 Million Privately-Funded Ballroom
Oct 21, 2025 07:53 pm CST
The White House has commenced demolition of the historic East Wing to construct President Trump's ambitious $250 million privately-funded ballroom, despite lacking formal approval from the National Capital Planning Commission. The 90,000-square-foot glass-walled structure will accommodate 999 people and represents the most significant modification to the Executive Mansion since 1948, with completion scheduled before January 2029.
Trump's Hands-Off Approach to Government Shutdown Frustrates Democrats and Some Republicans
Oct 17, 2025 04:27 pm CST
President Donald Trump remains disengaged from government shutdown negotiations entering its fourth week, despite growing frustration from Democrats and even some Republican lawmakers. While his administration manages the crisis unconventionally by continuing military payments while furloughing thousands of federal workers, congressional leaders remain at an impasse over funding demands and healthcare subsidies, with both sides claiming they're winning the messaging battle as the American public bears the consequences.
Melania Trump's Diplomatic Success: Securing the Return of Ukrainian Children Through Direct Talks with Putin
Oct 11, 2025 11:56 am CST
First Lady Melania Trump has established a diplomatic channel with Russian President Vladimir Putin that resulted in the return of eight children displaced by the Ukraine war. This rare diplomatic breakthrough comes after weeks of behind-the-scenes negotiations following the Alaska summit between President Donald Trump and Putin, highlighting the First Lady's previously unseen role in international humanitarian efforts.
Trump Claims Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize Winner Maria Corina Machado Dedicated Award to Him
Oct 11, 2025 10:24 am CST
US President Donald Trump stated that Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who won the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, called to accept the award "in honour" of him. Trump claimed he has assisted Machado multiple times and saved millions of lives in Venezuela, while expressing disappointment at not receiving the prize himself for allegedly ending seven wars.
White House Criticizes Nobel Committee After Trump Overlooked for Peace Prize in Favor of Venezuelan Activist
Oct 10, 2025 08:28 pm CST
The White House has sharply criticized the Nobel Committee for awarding the 2025 Peace Prize to Venezuelan pro-democracy activist Maria Corina Machado instead of Donald Trump. Spokesperson Steven Cheung claimed the committee "places politics over peace," while Trump had previously claimed credit for resolving multiple international conflicts, including between India and Pakistan, assertions that India has explicitly denied. Machado was recognized for her courage in standing against Venezuela's authoritarian regime despite threats to her life.
