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Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Discusses The Effect Of Trump’s Tariffs On The Stock Market: ‘Wall Street Will Be Just Fine’ Washington, D.C. – April 1, 2025 During Tuesday’s White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt assured reporters that Wall Street will weather the impact of President Trump’s new tariffs , emphasizing that the administration’s priority remains revitalizing American industry and protecting Main Street workers . Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect Immediately Leavitt confirmed that Trump’s long-anticipated tariffs will take effect on April 2, 2025 , marking what he has dubbed "Liberation Day." The tariffs, aimed at countries that have taken advantage of the U.S. through unfair trade practices , are expected to incentivize businesses to invest domestically and rebuild American manufacturing . “The president has been talking about April 2nd as Liberation Day in America. It would be taking place today if not ...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr 'It Will Be Liberation Day In America': Karoline Leavitt Celebrates April 2nd Tariff Announcement Washington, D.C. — April 1, 2025 Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Monday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reaffirmed President Donald Trump's commitment to revamping America’s trade policies , declaring that April 2nd will mark "Liberation Day" for American workers and businesses. "On Wednesday, it will be Liberation Day in America , as President Trump has so proudly dubbed it. The Cabinet will be here for the event, and it will be our first Rose Garden event of this administration," Leavitt announced. Trump’s Tariff Plan: Restoring Fair Trade Leavitt emphasized that Trump’s new tariff policy aims to roll back unfair trade practices that have harmed American industries for decades. "The president will be announcing a tariff plan that will restore fair trad...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Governor Gavin Newsom Celebrates César Chávez Day, Calls for Continued Worker Rights Protections Sacramento, CA – March 31, 2025 – California Governor Gavin Newsom marked César Chávez Day with a powerful message honoring the labor leader’s legacy and calling for continued efforts to protect the rights of workers across the state. Honoring a Champion for Workers’ Rights César Chávez, alongside Dolores Huerta , fought tirelessly for the dignity and rights of farmworkers. His historic 300-mile march from Delano to Sacramento in 1966 helped expose the exploitation of laborers and ignited one of the most impactful boycotts in American history. “Chávez’s leadership rallied the nation and inspired generations to demand fairness and dignity for all workers,” said Governor Newsom . California’s Commitment to Protecting Workers Governor Newsom emphasized that California’s labor laws protect all workers , regardless of t...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Dismisses Stock Market Sell-Off Ahead of 'Liberation Day 2025' White House Stands Firm on Economic Plans Despite Market Fluctuations Washington, D.C. – Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Karoline Leavitt shrugged off concerns over the recent stock market sell-off , occurring just days before Liberation Day 2025 . The administration remains unfazed , emphasizing that the economic strategy remains on course. Stock Market Reaction & White House Response With mounting speculation surrounding President Donald Trump’s major upcoming policy announcements , financial markets experienced a sell-off , causing concerns among analysts and investors. When asked whether this would impact the administration’s approach, Leavitt dismissed the worries , reiterating that: "The stock market is a snapshot of a moment in time. The President is focused on what’s best for Main Street, and Wall Street ...

  Elon Musk Wearing Cheese Hat in Wisconsin Event WATCH: Elon Musk Responds to Boos at Green Bay Town Hall Event Green Bay, WI – Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk faced a mixed crowd during his town hall event in Green Bay, Wisconsin , where some audience members booed his remarks on government waste and political extremism. Musk, known for his outspoken opinions on social and political issues , responded in his usual candid style. Musk Addresses Government Waste During the event, Musk criticized federal spending , pointing out what he described as "shocking levels of waste and fraud." "As you may have seen with the things we've posted on the Doge website and the Doge handle on X, the amount of waste and fraud in the federal government is absolutely insane. It’s shocking—really wild," Musk said. His comments were met with both cheers and boos , reflecting the divided opinions in the audience. 'Give My Regards to George': Musk Addresses So...

  Kristi Noem Kristi Noem Confirms TdA Members Deported to El Salvador Prison Will Remain ‘Indefinitely’ San Salvador, El Salvador – At a press briefing on Wednesday , Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem addressed questions regarding the fate of TdA gang members deported from the United States to El Salvador . Key Takeaways from Noem’s Statement El Salvador will continue incarcerating deported TdA members. The U.S. is working on increasing deportation flights throughout 2024 and 2025 . President Trump and El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele are aligned in treating TdA as a terrorist organization , similar to MS-13 . COT (Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo) , El Salvador’s high-security mega-prison, will be used for housing these gang members indefinitely . U.S.-El Salvador Cooperation on Gang Crackdown Noem emphasized that 51 deportation flights had already landed in El Salvador this year , with another arriving on Wednesday . The Tru...

  Margo Martin clicking the picture (IMG Source - Instagram ) Margo Martin Spotted with Rumored Boyfriend Brock Sorensen at Exclusive BIÂN Private Club in Chicago Margo Martin , well known for her close ties to President Donald Trump’s team, recently shared an Instagram story that caught the attention of her followers. The post, which included a black-and-white gym selfie, featured Martin alongside her rumored boyfriend, former lacrosse player Brock Sorensen, her sister Markie Martin, and Markie’s husband, Chris McClain. A Luxurious Start to the Morning Martin captioned her Instagram story: "Making my people start the morning with a heated full-body weight training class at BIÂN (be-on)." BIÂN is an exclusive private members club in Chicago that offers luxury wellness, fitness, and workspaces. The elite club, located at 600 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60654 , is known for its holistic approach to health and wellness. Membership is by application only, making it...

  Photo "Donald Trump" by  Dan Scavino Trump Praises Reporter for Question on MS-13 Leader’s Arrest: ‘I Love This Guy’ In a moment of appreciation during an Oval Office event on Friday, President Donald Trump commended a reporter for raising a question about the recent arrest of a high-ranking MS-13 gang leader. The reporter asked, “You and your team apprehended a top-three leader in the violent MS-13 gang just 30 minutes outside Washington, D.C. What has made you and your team so effective in locating, apprehending, and deporting these violent illegal migrants?” Trump, visibly pleased with the inquiry, responded, “I love this guy. I wish more people would ask questions like that. Thank you, that’s very nice.” He proceeded to acknowledge the efforts of key law enforcement officials, including Pam Bondi, Kash Patel, ICE, and Border Patrol agents, all of whom played a crucial role in the operation. “The work that they do is incredible. It’s dangerous, it’s tough, and it’s ...

  ArmorCode Faces Backlash Over Employee's Alleged Acts of Vandalism ArmorCode, a prominent security company, is under intense scrutiny following allegations that one of its employees was involved in a serious act of vandalism. James "Jim" Pelis, a regional sales director at ArmorCode, was reportedly caught on surveillance footage vandalizing a Tesla Cybertruck in the parking lot of the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, on March 22, 2025. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many questioning the company's response to the situation. According to reports, the vehicle's owner, Kerri Pouliot, noted that the vandalism occurred within an hour of her arrival at the hotel. Surveillance footage allegedly shows Pelis keying the vehicle. Despite initial denial when questioned by police, video evidence contradicted his claims. As a result, Pelis now faces potential felony charges, as damaging a vehicle is considered a Class A...

  Donald Trump at Trump Force One WATCH: Trump Reveals to Reporters His Take on JD Vance's Comments in the Leaked Signal Group Chat In a recent interaction with reporters, former President Donald Trump addressed Vice President JD Vance's controversial remarks from a leaked Signal group chat. Vance reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with bailing out European nations, sparking widespread media attention. Trump offered his perspective on the matter, emphasizing his understanding of Vance's concerns. Trump's Take on Vance's Comments When asked about Vance's stance, Trump said, "I understand where he's coming from. The European Union has been treating us very, very badly in terms of the VAT tax that they charge. They charge a tremendous VAT tax, and they don't sell our cars in Europe. They don't sell our agriculture in Europe. They don't let us do very much. They treat us very badly." Trump elaborated on the trade imbalance, noting tha...

  Lily Tang Williams Lily Tang Williams Praises Passage of HB 10, the Parents' Bill of Rights, in New Hampshire In a significant legislative victory for parental rights, the New Hampshire House has passed HB 10, the Parents' Bill of Rights. Among the bill's most ardent supporters is Lily Tang Williams, a Chinese immigrant and American citizen by choice, who expressed her joy at the bill's passage. "I am happy that New Hampshire House passed HB 10, the Parents' Bill of Rights. Many states need this," Williams stated. She also shared the heartfelt testimony she provided two years ago when the bill initially failed to pass, emphasizing the importance of parental sovereignty. Williams' Powerful Testimony Supporting HB 10 In her written testimony, Williams shared her personal experiences growing up in Maoist China, where parental rights were nonexistent. "When growing up in China during Mao's regime, I never heard of the concept of parental ri...