Daily Trump Report: June 14, 2025

Trump Addresses Minnesota Shooting, Discusses Prisoner Swap with Putin, and Affirms Military Parade

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Today's Report

1. Overview

2. White House News

3. Truth Social Posts

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1. Overview

The White House remained silent today, but former President Trump took to Truth Social to share several updates. First, he stated that Vladimir Putin had called to wish him a happy birthday and discuss Iran at length, along with brief mention of the Russia/Ukraine conflict with further discussions planned. Trump added that Putin is facilitating a large prisoner swap. He also reported being briefed on the Minnesota shooting targeting state lawmakers, vowing to prosecute those involved to the fullest extent of the law. Finally, Trump announced that the military parade would proceed regardless of weather conditions, expressing his anticipation to see everyone in Washington, D.C.

On Truth Social, Trump declared that Vladimir Putin called to wish him a happy birthday and discuss Iran at length. The Russia/Ukraine conflict was briefly mentioned, with further discussion scheduled for the following week, and Putin is reportedly facilitating a large prisoner swap. Trump also stated that he was briefed on the Minnesota shooting targeting state lawmakers and pledged to prosecute those involved. Trump concluded by stating that the military parade would proceed regardless of weather conditions and he anticipated seeing everyone in D.C.

Government departments tweeted messages primarily focused on Flag Day and celebrating the Army's 250th anniversary. The State Dept saluted the Army's 250 years of defending freedom and retweeted the Army's anniversary slogan: "THIS. WE'LL. DEFEND." The DOD wished everyone a happy Flag Day, and celebrated the Army's legacy and dedication. HHS celebrated the Army's 250th anniversary and wished President Trump a happy birthday, while Treasury honored Flag Day and praised the Army's service, with Secretary Bessent calling Trump "one of the greatest patriots to ever serve the American people." Commerce Secretary Lutnick praised Trump's support for America and American workers and his role in securing a Golden Share in the U.S. Steel deal.

Several 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls tweeted in response to the Minnesota shooting. Gavin Newsom called for peaceful protest, stating, "There's no place for violence in our democracy," and retweeted a statement describing the shooting as "a targeted act of violence against public servants." Josh Shapiro expressed sorrow over the violence, stating that he and his wife were "pained by the news of yet another act of political violence in our country." Gretchen Whitmer called the shooting "another horrific act in the continued rise of political violence in America" and stated, "we must call out this violence, no matter who it’s aimed at or where it originates." JB Pritzker condemned the violence as "a direct attack on our American values and democracy," and Tim Walz stated that "We must stand united against violence" and said the flags in Minnesota will fly at half staff in honor of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman.

The Senate was not in session on June 13, 2025, and will reconvene on June 16 to vote on the nomination of Gary Andres to be an Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services. The House of Representatives convened briefly, introducing seven public bills and two resolutions before adjourning. No committee meetings or hearings were held, and no votes were recorded. The House will meet in a Pro Forma session on Tuesday, June 17.

2. White House News

No White House news found.

3. Truth Social Posts

Putin's Birthday Call:
Trump states that Vladimir Putin called to wish him a happy birthday and discuss Iran at length. They briefly talked about Russia/Ukraine, with further discussion planned for the following week. Putin is facilitating a large prisoner swap. Both Trump and Putin believe the Israel-Iran war should end, and Trump conveyed that Putin's war should also end.

Minnesota Shooting Investigation:
Trump reports being briefed on a shooting in Minnesota, which seems to target state lawmakers. Pam Bondi and the FBI are investigating and will prosecute those involved to the fullest extent of the law. Trump condemns the violence and offers blessings to the people of Minnesota.

Military Parade Status:
Trump announces that the military parade will proceed regardless of weather conditions, suggesting that rain on the parade will bring good luck. He anticipates seeing everyone in Washington, D.C.

Military Parade Status Repeats:
Trump announces that the military parade will proceed regardless of weather conditions, suggesting that rain on the parade will bring good luck. He anticipates seeing everyone in Washington, D.C.

Flag Day Greetings:
Trump wishes everyone a happy Flag Day.

Excitement for America:
Trump declares that it is a big day for America.

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

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