Trump stated, "Brazil is doing a terrible thing on their treatment of former President Jair Bolsonaro. I have watched, as has the World, as they have done nothing but come after him, day after day, night after night, month after month, year after year!"
The carried-interest deduction allowed hedge and private-equity fund managers to classify earnings as investment gains taxed at a lower rate, reducing overall tax liabilities. Eliminating it could raise revenue and enhance Trump's populist image.
Freed Hamas hostage Edan Alexander stated that his treatment by captors improved noticeably after President Donald Trump's election. He noted that the terrorists were genuinely terrified of Trump.
Trump stated that Iran contacted him to express their desire to retaliate by taking 14 shots at a U.S. military base, indicating a level of respect in their communication. He claimed to respond positively, saying, 'Go ahead, I understand.' After the attack, Trump remarked that all missiles were successfully intercepted by four gunners, and he considered Iran's response to be weak, emphasizing the lack of American casualties and damage.
Trump's call with Putin was scheduled for today at 10 a.m. ET, with a subsequent conversation with Zelenskyy on Friday. Trump has previously expressed hope that the talks could result in a ceasefire, but his attempts at negotiations between Russia and Ukraine have failed to yield significant progress.
The U.K. has decided to purchase a dozen F-35A fighter jets from the U.S., capable of carrying tactical nuclear weapons, marking a return of U.S. nuclear assets in the U.K. since the Cold War.
It had been my hope, Mr. Speaker, that we would be able to have a passionate debate of passionate support and passionate opposition and connection with this bill, that hundreds of members of both sides of this aisle had participated in.
Rep. Jim Jordan expressed strong support for Lara Trump, indicating she would likely win both the Republican primary and the general election for Sen. Thom Tillis’ seat if she decides to run. He stated, "I think she'd be great. If she wants to do it, I think she'll be the nominee and I think she'll win." Jordan acknowledged other potential candidates but emphasized Lara Trump as the favorite, highlighting her connection to North Carolina despite her current residence in Florida.
Trump will announce proposals for a national event called 'Patriot Games' focusing on high school athletes and a 'Great American State Fair' celebrating every state's history and innovation.
Lindsey made the comments in reference to NATO chief Mark Rutte last week (25 June) calling the Republican president 'daddy' as an analogy which painted Trump as the father of two arguing children - there, Israel and Iran.