Daily Trump Report: July 18, 2025

Trump Signs GENIUS Act, Endorses Multiple House Candidates, and Announces Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal

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Today's Report

1. Overview

2. White House News

3. Truth Social Posts

4. Government Accounts (🔒 Paid)

5. Policy Impact on Economy (🔒 Paid)

6. Policy Impact Analysis (🔒 Paid)

7. 2028 Democratic Presidential Candidates (🔒 Paid)

8. Congressional Watch (🔒 Paid)

1. Overview

On July 18, 2025, the White House released a fact sheet announcing President Trump signed the "Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act," or the GENIUS Act, into law. The administration claims it will protect consumers from illicit cryptocurrency activities, maintain the U.S. dollar's reserve currency status by incentivizing U.S. Treasury demand, and position the U.S. as the global leader in cryptocurrency. The bill establishes regulations and registration requirements for stablecoin issuers and aims to coordinate enforcement with the Treasury Department's sanctioning efforts. The fact sheet states that Trump is fulfilling his promise to make America the crypto capital of the world.

On Truth Social, Trump boasted about signing the GENIUS Act into law, claiming he pledged to make the U.S. the crypto capital, adding that it will create a regulatory framework for dollar-backed stablecoins. Trump also announced a lawsuit against *The Wall Street Journal*, Rupert Murdoch, and Robert Thomson for publishing what he calls a "false, malicious, defamatory, FAKE NEWS ‘article’" and asserted it as a defense for all Americans against "abusive wrongdoings of the Fake News Media." In addition to his legal announcement, Trump endorsed a number of Republican House members for re-election, including Monica De La Cruz, Mark Harris, Derek Schmidt, Barry Loudermilk, Tracey Mann, Mark Messmer, Kevin Hern, Ann Wagner, Stephanie Bice, Lauren Boebert, Max Miller, and Brandon Gill. He encouraged followers to watch Sean Hannity on Fox News.

Government departments shared updates across various platforms. VP Vance retweeted the State Dept thanking POTUS for the release of detainees in Venezuela. The State Dept highlighted American participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, sharing a post from Secretary Rubio about President Trump's stance on foreign censorship. The DOD highlighted SecDef Hegseth speaking at the Marine Barracks, and reaffirmed he would not hesitate to act quickly. HHS Secretary Kennedy voiced concern over amendments to the International Health Regulations. The Treasury Department championed the GENIUS Act as a landmark achievement for the U.S. dollar and blockchain technology. The Commerce Department highlighted investment in Arizona manufacturing and a Boeing deal with Bahrain’s Gulf Air. Finally, DOGE reported collaborative efforts with the @CMSGov team, resulting in the elimination of $14B in duplicative Medicaid and ACA enrollment after uncovering 2.8 million Americans improperly enrolled.

Several 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls also used Twitter to voice their opinions. Gavin Newsom lamented a "heartbreaking day" following the loss of three @LASDHQ members and accused the Trump administration of violating constitutional rights via deportation policies that are "destroying our economy and society." Josh Shapiro touted Pennsylvania's economic development successes and investment in schools, criticizing the Trump administration by stating that "A deal is a deal – and the Trump Administration broke theirs." Gretchen Whitmer promoted Michigan as a leader in aerial innovation. Wes Moore retweeted stats about his football play and Maryland's traffic alerts but also blamed Trump's policies for Maryland's job losses. JB Pritzker criticized the Trump administration's decision to end the 988's specialized lifeline, calling it "a cruel reversal of proven practices," and for restricting access to healthcare coverage.

In Congress, both the House and Senate took action on various bills and nominations. The House passed the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, the GENIUS Act, the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, and the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for 2026, while also agreeing to the Senate amendment to H.R. 4. The Senate passed a resolution recognizing National Anti-Counterfeiting and Consumer Education and Awareness Month and began considering multiple nominations, invoking cloture on several. The Senate Appropriations Committee ordered favorably reported H.R. 3944 and S. 2354, while the Judiciary Committee advanced several district judge nominations.

2. White House News

Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Signs GENIUS Act into Law

President Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law, described as "a historic piece of legislation that will pave the way for the United States to lead the global digital currency revolution." The administration asserts the Act protects consumers from "nefarious actors" and will help maintain the U.S. dollar's status as the world's reserve currency by driving demand for U.S. Treasuries through stablecoins.

The Act aims to combat illicit activity through regulation, registration of stablecoin issuers, and coordination with the Treasury Department on sanctions. President Trump is portrayed as "fulfilling his campaign promise to position America as the global leader in cryptocurrency" by making America the crypto capital of the world.

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/07/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-signs-genius-act-into-law/

The President Signed into Law S. 1582

On July 18, 2025, the President signed S. 1582, the "Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act" or "GENIUS Act," into law. The act "provides for the regulation of payment stablecoins, and for other purposes."

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/07/the-president-signed-into-law-s-1582/

3. Truth Social Posts

Promises Fulfilled:
Trump lists several legislative accomplishments, including the "One Big Beautiful Bill," Laken Riley Act, TAKE IT DOWN Act, Rescissions Act of 2025, HALT Fentanyl Act, and GENIUS Act.

Hannity's Insight:
Trump encourages his followers to watch Sean Hannity on Fox News at 9 PM ET, stating that "He really gets it!".

Crypto Capital:
Trump claims he pledged to make the U.S. the crypto capital and that The Genius Act will create a regulatory framework for dollar-backed stablecoins.

Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal:
Trump announces a "POWERHOUSE Lawsuit" against those involved in publishing a "false, malicious, defamatory, FAKE NEWS 'article'" in The Wall Street Journal, including Rupert Murdoch and Robert Thomson. He states the lawsuit aims to stand up for all Americans against "abusive wrongdoings of the Fake News Media."

Endorsement of Monica De La Cruz:
Trump endorses Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz for re-election in Texas’ 15th Congressional District, praising her “AMERICA FIRST Policies” and efforts to cut taxes, secure the border, support farmers, strengthen the military, and protect the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Mark Harris:
Trump endorses Congressman Mark Harris for re-election in North Carolina’s 8th Congressional District, citing his "strong Record of SUCCESS" and work to support farmers, grow the economy, cut taxes, promote American energy dominance, secure the border, advocate for veterans, and defend the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Derek Schmidt:
Trump endorses Congressman Derek Schmidt for re-election in Kansas’ 2nd Congressional District, highlighting his experience as State Attorney General and his focus on supporting farmers, cutting taxes, promoting energy dominance, securing the border, stopping migrant crime, strengthening the military, and defending the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Barry Loudermilk:
Trump endorses Congressman Barry Loudermilk for re-election in Georgia’s 11th Congressional District, praising his military service and his efforts to secure the border, stop migrant crime, cut taxes, promote energy dominance, safeguard elections, and protect the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Tracey Mann:
Trump endorses Congressman Tracey Mann for re-election in Kansas’ “Big First” Congressional District, emphasizing his advocacy for American agriculture and his work to cut taxes, promote "MADE IN THE U.S.A.", champion energy dominance, secure the border, strengthen the military, and protect the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Mark Messmer:
Trump endorses Congressman Mark Messmer for re-election in Indiana’s 8th Congressional District, highlighting his focus on protecting "Hoosier" Values, supporting farmers, cutting taxes, ensuring energy dominance, securing the border, championing the military, and defending the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Kevin Hern:
Trump endorses Congressman Kevin Hern for re-election in Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District, praising his role as Chair of the House Republican Policy Committee and his work to advance the "AMERICA FIRST Agenda" by growing the economy, cutting taxes, supporting farmers, promoting "MADE IN THE U.S.A.", ensuring energy dominance, securing the border, strengthening the military, and protecting the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Ann Wagner:
Trump endorses Congresswoman Ann Wagner for re-election in Missouri’s 2nd Congressional District, highlighting her role as Chair of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets and her work to create jobs, cut taxes, advance energy dominance, secure the border, strengthen the military, and protect the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Stephanie Bice:
Trump endorses Congresswoman Stephanie Bice for re-election in Oklahoma’s 5th Congressional District, citing her support for farmers, efforts to cut taxes, promote energy dominance, secure the border, strengthen the military, and defend the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Lauren Boebert:
Trump endorses Congresswoman Lauren Boebert for re-election in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District, calling her an "America First Patriot" and a "MAGA Warrior" who works to grow the economy, cut taxes, advance energy dominance, secure the border, support the military, and defend the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Max Miller:
Trump endorses Congressman Max Miller for re-election in Ohio’s 1st Congressional District, praising his service in the Marine Corps and his work to secure the border, stop migrant crime, strengthen the military, cut taxes, support farmers, champion energy dominance, and defend the Second Amendment.

Endorsement of Brandon Gill:
Trump endorses Congressman Brandon Gill for re-election in Texas’ 26th Congressional District, referring to him as a "MAGA Warrior" and highlighting his work as Freshman Class President in Congress to advance the "AMERICA FIRST Agenda" by growing the economy, cutting taxes, securing the border, stopping migrant crime, strengthening the military, championing energy dominance, and protecting the Second Amendment.

Hannity's Insight:
Trump encourages his followers to watch Sean Hannity on Fox News at 9 PM ET, stating that "He really gets it!".

Republican Accomplishments:
Trump mentions a "Big signing at 2:30 in the White House" and congratulates Republicans for accomplishing a record amount in a short time, contrasting this with the Democrats who "complain and criticize, AND GET NOTHING DONE" and are a "Party of the Past!".

Reference: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump

4. Government Accounts + 5. Policy Impact on Economy + 6. Policy Impact Analysis + 7. 2028 Democratic Candidates + 8. Congressional Watch

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