The White House announced the firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez after she refused to resign, citing her lack of alignment with the President’s health agenda. This leadership crisis coincided with new FDA vaccine restrictions and was followed by the resignations of four other high-ranking CDC officials, including the chief medical officer and directors of key centers. Monarez’s attorney claimed she was targeted for opposing “unscientific” directives and protecting public health. The mass exodus occurs amid the aftermath of a recent shooting at the CDC headquarters and proposed budget cuts.
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According to Michael Wolff, those within the Trump administration are reportedly irritated by public focus on the president’s health, viewing him as inexhaustible despite acknowledging his eventual decline. This perspective comes amidst concerns about his physical health, including chronic venous insufficiency and a recent bruise, and follows several public gaffes. The White House maintains Trump’s energy levels surpass any other president, as confirmed by a spokesperson and supported by statements from his former physician. These statements reflect a broader effort to portray Trump as physically fit while addressing public scrutiny of his health and mental acuity.
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The White House has relied on former White House physician Ronny Jackson to vouch for Donald Trump’s health, despite Jackson’s history of controversy and loss of his full medical license. Jackson, who has remained a staunch Trump supporter, stated that Trump is the “healthiest president this nation has ever seen.” Jackson was forced to withdraw from a nomination to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs due to allegations of over-prescribing medication and inappropriate behavior. Despite these issues, the White House has employed Jackson to comment on Trump’s health concerns, including his swollen ankles and bruised hands.
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During a recent Oval Office address, President Trump was captured on camera attempting to conceal his right hand, which was visibly covered in makeup. Photographs from earlier in the day showed the president’s hand with concealer that was several shades lighter than his surrounding skin, sparking scrutiny. The White House has attributed the bruising and makeup to the president’s busy schedule and frequent handshakes. This follows a previous diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), which, according to the White House, contributes to the bruising.
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President Donald Trump was observed with visible makeup on his hand during public appearances, raising questions about his health. This is not the first instance of makeup use, as similar occurrences have been documented previously. The White House Press Secretary defended the president’s actions by emphasizing his frequent handshakes, while also addressing health concerns through a statement. Trump’s health has been scrutinized, especially after photos of his legs led to a diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency.
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The White House, under President Trump’s direction, has released a list of objectionable exhibits and artwork at various Smithsonian museums, claiming the institution is too “woke.” The list, published with the headline “President Trump Is Right About the Smithsonian,” targets content related to race, slavery, immigration, and transgender identity. White House officials stated the administration aims to remove “divisive ideology.” The Smithsonian, in response, maintains its commitment to factual historical presentation.
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White House official Lindsey Halligan, leading a review of the Smithsonian Institution, stated during a Newsmax appearance that discussions about slavery should include “hope and progress.” This comes after Halligan wrote to the Smithsonian Secretary announcing a “comprehensive internal review” of selected museums and exhibitions, prompted by President Trump’s criticism of the Smithsonian as “WOKE.” The review will focus on several museums including the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Smithsonian responded by affirming its commitment to factual and accurate historical presentations while stating they would continue to collaborate with the White House.
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Musician Jack White criticized the Trump administration’s opulent redesign of the Oval Office on Instagram, calling it “vulgar” and comparing it to a “professional wrestler’s dressing room.” In response, White House Communications Director Steven Cheung dismissed White as a “washed up, has-been loser” and criticized his lack of appreciation for the office’s significance. This spat is the latest in a series of anti-Trump statements from White. The Oval Office’s new look features gold accents and other opulent additions mirroring the decor of Trump’s Florida resort, a design choice Trump himself proudly boasts.
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Secret White House spreadsheet ranks US companies based on loyalty to Trump, which is quite the revelation, isn’t it? It seems the inner workings of a past administration were a bit more… involved than many of us might have imagined. The very idea of a ranking system, based not on merit or performance but on perceived loyalty, is unsettling, to say the least. It’s the kind of thing that, in a different context, might be considered a symptom of something far more concerning.
This isn’t just about politics; it’s about how power is wielded, and who it favors. The implication is that companies were being assessed not on the value they provided to the country, their innovation, or their contribution to the economy, but on their allegiance to a single individual.… Continue reading
The Trump White House has created an internal “OB3” scorecard to rank 553 companies and trade associations based on their support for the president’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” The scorecard assigns ratings of strong, moderate, or low based on public and private actions, including social media engagement and attendance at White House events. Companies such as Uber, DoorDash, and United Airlines have received high marks for their enthusiastic backing. This internal document, which is currently circulating among senior staff, will expand to include support for other administration priorities, and companies can still improve their ranking through increased public advocacy.
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