The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has been engaged in various activities recently, including making remarks about women, discussing his favorite McDonald’s order, and preparing to meet a Middle Eastern leader at the White House. Despite these events, the focus has shifted to the Epstein files, with the House expected to vote on releasing information related to Jeffrey Epstein following Trump’s approval. Trump’s voice has been strained lately, leading to speculations about his health, though he attributed it to shouting at individuals over trade matters.
During a speech at the McDonald’s Impact Summit in Washington DC, Trump expressed his fondness for the Filet o Fish sandwich and suggested adding more tartar sauce to it. He also mentioned influencing Coca Cola to revert to using cane sugar in its products instead of high-fructose corn syrup. Trump claimed to be a loyal customer of McDonald’s and humorously stated he had been a fry-cook at the fast-food chain, which was not true.
Additionally, Trump addressed scrapping the Joint Employer Rule, implemented during the Obama administration, which classified franchisers like McDonald’s as joint employers. This move was met with applause from franchise owners at the event. Trump’s stance on releasing the Epstein files has shifted, with him now supporting the House bill for their public disclosure.
Outside the Capitol, survivors of Epstein’s abuse gathered to share their stories, calling for a focus on justice rather than politics. Meanwhile, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited the White House despite previous tensions over the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Trump’s interactions with controversial figures like Nick Fuentes and Tucker Carlson have sparked criticism, with some conservative leaders expressing disappointment in his actions.
In another event, US Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, organized a discussion on violence against Christians in Nigeria, inviting singer Nicki Minaj to speak. Minaj expressed gratitude for the opportunity and emphasized the importance of using influence for a greater purpose.
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