Trump to posthumously award Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Trump plans to award Charlie Kirk with the nation’s highest civilian honor. A day after the assassination of conservative grassroots leader Charlie Kirk, the president announced he will be posthumously awarding him the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The 31-year-old Kirk was a major Christian conservative influencer and played a significant role in the Trump presidential campaigns.

At Pentagon, Trump leads nation in 9/11 remembrance

President Trump led the nation in marking the 24th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks. Joined by top military brass, the president addressed a somber observance at the Pentagon — one of the three 9/11 crash sites. He spoke of America’s resilience in the years since the terror attacks. Following his remarks, the president and first lady laid a wreath in the Pentagon Chapel to honor those who lost their lives.

Trump calls Kirk a “martyr” and condemns political demonization

President Trump paid tribute to Charlie Kirk and condemned political violence in a video message from the Oval Office. The president remembered his conservative ally as a “patriot.” Donald Trump also lamented the state of American politics. Even as he called for civility, the president said the “radical left” was “directly responsible” for Kirk’s death.

Salem Media Group: Kirk was a bold Christian conservative voice

The Salem Media Group, where Charlie Kirk hosted a radio talk show and podcast, is mourning the fatal shooting of Kirk. Salem Media CEO Dave Santrella expressed “profound sorrow” over Kirk’s killing and called it a “cowardly and vile act of violence, carried out to silence one of America’s boldest Christian conservative voices.” Santrella said the assassination “was not just an attack on Charlie, it was an attack on free speech” and the values he championed. He extended heartfelt condolences to the Kirk family, his friends and those “grieving this senseless loss.” Salem Media is the parent company of SRN News and Townhall.com

Trump orders flags lowered to honor memory of Charlie Kirk

President Trump has issued a proclamation after the killing of conseverative Charlie Kirk. To honor the memory of Charlie Kirk, the president ordered flags be flown at half-staff until sunset on Sunday. Flags were immediately lowered at the White House, where the president had announced the death of his political ally. Donald Trump described Kirk as “a great guy from top to bottom” and as someone who understood “the heart of the youth” in America better than anyone. The president also wrote online: “Charlie, we love you.”

Trump announces shooting death of conservative ally Charlie Kirk

President Trump is mourning the killing of his conservative ally, Charlie Kirk. Writing on his social media platform, the president announced that Kirk died after being shot at a university event in Utah. He said “no one understood or had the heart of the youth in the United States of America better than Charlie.” The president said he “loved and admired” Kirk and that he and the first lady send their sympathies to Charlie’s wife and family.

Trump, Vance offer prayers for Charlie Kirk after shooting

Correspondent Greg Clugston reports on White House reaction to the shooting of Charlie Kirk, who is close to the Trump administration. Both President Trump and Vice President Vance are asking people to pray for Charlie Kirk. Writing on his social media platform, the president described Kirk as “a great guy from top to bottom.” “God Bless Him,” he said. And the vice president posted on X that Kirk is “a genuinely good guy and a young father.”

Harris criticizes Biden’s decision to run for re-election

Former Vice President Kamala Harris says Joe Biden’s re-election decision should not have been left to him. In her new book, Harris says it was “recklessness” for Democrats to leave it to President Biden to decide whether to continue seeking another term last year. According to an excerpt published in The Atlantic, the former VP writes that “the stakes were simply too high” for the 81-year-old Biden to make that choice. Despite her criticism of Biden’s decision to run again, Harris defends his ability to do the job, saying he would get tired, but was not incapacitated.

Trump’s emergency order in DC is set to expire

President Trump’s emergency order over Washington, DC, is set to expire at midnight. It’s been 30 days since the Trump administration federalized DC’s police force and launched a surge of law enforcement into the city. That intervention ends at midnight because Congress did not extend the order. However, the National Guard and some other federal agencies will continue their deployment, and it’s not clear when that might end. Meanwhile, the president wants to send troops to other cities as part of a crackdown on crime.

White House calls Israeli military attack in Qatar “unfortunate incident”

The White House describes the Israeli attack in Qatar as an “unfortunate incident.” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the U-S received prior notice about the pending military strike and gave Doha a heads up. Leavitt said the Trump administration views the bombing inside another sovereign country as “unfortunate,” but also said eliminating Hamas is a worthy goal.

White House says Democrats are pushing a “hoax” with Esptein details

The White House continues to face questions about President Trump’s involvement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The president went on the record when asked about an alleged birthday drawing he gave to Epstein. He told NBC News that a lewd depiction of a woman purportedly drawn by him for Epstein is a “dead issue.” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt accused Democrats of pushing a “hoax” with the Epstein case and said the signature on the card released by House Oversight Committee Democrats was fake.

Trump administration launches “America Prays” initiative

The Trump administration is launching the ‘America Prays’ initiative. Housing Secretary Scott Turner said the plan is to infuse prayer with celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary next year. Turner joined President Trump during an appearance at the Museum of the Bible. The president declared that “we will never apologize for our faith.”

Trump administration lauches immigration blitz in Chicago

Trump pushes religious liberty in Museum of the Bible appearance

President Trump touted his administration’s faith agenda during an event with his Religious Liberty Commission. During a hearing on religious liberty issues in public education, commission members heard testimony from Christian students who were treated unfairly. Speaking at the Museum of the Bible, the president announced that the Education Department will issue new guidance “protecting the right to prayer in our public schools.” He said his administration is restoring America’s “identity as a nation under God.”

Trump issues ultimatum to Hamas over remaining hostages

President Trump has issued an ultimatum to Hamas about the remaining hostages. In a Sunday social media post, the president wrote that Israel has agreed to a new arrangement to secure the release of hostages in Gaza. He said the Israelis have accepted his terms and now “it is time for Hamas to accept as well” or face the consequences. The president went a step further, declaring this is his “last warning” and “there will not be another one.” Hamas continues to hold 50 hostages with only 20 believed to be alive.

Trump defends war imagery in social media post aimed at Chicago

President Trump is defending his apocalyptic social media post that suggested war against Chicago crime.
The president posted an “Apocalypse Now” meme online that said “Chicago about to find out why it’s called the Department of WAR.” Illinois’ governor was not amused, calling the president a “wannabe dictator.” Donald Trump defended his position, saying “we’re not going to war.” He has promised to send National Guard troops and immigration agents to Chicago following similar actions in Washington.

Trump pollster urges Congress to extend Obamacare tax credits

Much of Trump’s agenda is headed for the Supreme Court

Trump warns Venezuela against provocative military action

President Trump is putting Venezuela on notice. The Pentagon says two Venezuelan military aircraft flew near a U.S. Navy vessel, calling it “a highly provocative move.” And the president issued this warning: “if they do put us in a dangerous position, they’ll be shot down.” The Venezuelan military action came after the U.S. carried out a deadly strike on a boat that the president said was carrying drugs from Venezuela. Administration officials say they will continue to carry out such military strikes to stem the flow of illicit drugs.

Trump cautious over Florida’s move to get rid of school vaccine mandates

President Trump is distancing himself from Florida’s move to get rid of school vaccine mandates. Asked about the anti-vaccine effort in his home state of Florida, the president expressed caution. He pointed to polio and COVID vaccines as incredible. Speaking in the Oval Office, the president said “you have to be careful when you say people don’t need to be vaccinated,” adding that “some vaccines just work” and “people should take [them].” Last month, the president’s Health Secretary, RFK, Jr, announced limited access to COVID vaccines.

Without tariffs, Trump says U.S. headed for “economic catastrophe”

Documents show Bolton investigation focused on classified materials

Judge says Trump cannot block foreign aid approved by Congress

A federal judge says President Trump cannot bypass Congress and block billions of dollars in foreign aid already approved by lawmakers. The judge in Washington said the move by the Trump administration was likely illegal and it must release more than 11 billion dollars in foreign aid that is set to expire at the end of the month. Last week, the president told House Speaker Mike Johnson that he would not spend nearly 5 billion dollars in congressionally approved foreign aid, effectively cutting the budget without going through the legislative branch.

Trump to Europe: Russian oil purchases fund war against Ukraine