Tag: Defense

President Trump’s Summit With North Korea Begins Today

The discussions between the United States and North Korea are ongoing and have moved more quickly than expected. President Donald J. Trump will meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un tomorrow morning at 9:00 a.m.  Following the initial greeting, President Trump and Chairman Kim will participate in a one-on-one meeting, with translators only, an

President Trump Ended the Policy Of American Weakness

“In confronting these dangers, we know that weakness is the surest path to conflict, and unmatched power is the surest means of our defense.” President Donald J. Trump AMERICA FIRST FOREIGN POLICY: President Donald J. Trump led America’s return to leadership on the international stage, while prioritizing America’s interests. American leadership, security, prosperity, and accountability

WATCH: President Trump Shows Love To Coast Guard

  U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters Washington, D.C. 11:17 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Thank you very much, Secretary Nielsen.  Great job you’re doing.  That was a wonderful introduction and your leadership as the Coast Guard’s Service Secretary has been very much appreciated and respected.  Thank you very much.  Great job. Thank you as well to our

Trump’s Secretary Of State Nominee Has Broad Support

Editorial boards have come out in force to support the nomination of Mike Pompeo to be Secretary of State, highlighting his ability to work with Congress, his “knowledge of the world,” his vast experience, and his stellar credentials. THE WALL STREET JOURNAL: Who Needs a Secretary of State? “Mr. Pompeo is a West Point and

Loopholes That Put Americans At Risk

When President Donald J. Trump delivered his first State of the Union Address in January, he introduced Americans to a number of important guests. Most of these guests were not public officials or dignitaries. Many were ordinary Americans, some of whom had heart-wrenching stories to tell because our country had not kept their children safe.

President Trump's Wins From Congress

“We must work across party lines to give our heroic troops the equipment, resources, and support that they have earned a thousand times over.” President Donald J. Trump A WIN FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE: President Donald J. Trump has succeeded in securing funding for priorities that protect and support all Americans. Americans elected President Trump

SecDef Mad Dog Mattis Takes Questions From Press

James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 1:32 P.M. EST MS. SANDERS:  Good afternoon. We are pleased that Congress has been able to meet our defense spending requirement and come together on a two-year spending bill.  This deal achieves our top priority: a much-needed increase in funding for our national defense.  This deal also increases budget