Daily Trump Report: May 24, 2025

Trump Proclaims World Trade Week, Issues Memorial Day Prayer, and Celebrates Physical Fitness

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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

President Trump marked World Trade Week by reaffirming his commitment to balanced trade, stating his administration is protecting American workers from "globalist elites." He also issued a proclamation for Memorial Day as a day of prayer for peace, honoring fallen soldiers and their families. Lastly, he declared May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, highlighting his administration's initiatives such as expanding children's sports participation and keeping biological men out of women's sports, asserting that prioritizing health and well-being had begun when he took office.

On Truth Social, President Trump sent greetings to newly commissioned Second Lieutenants, emphasizing they were following in the footsteps of prominent military leaders. He lauded them for choosing a path of service, suggesting a connection to honor and tradition.

Government departments actively used Twitter. VP Vance pointed out a reproducibility crisis in the sciences, and the State Department announced its presence on Truth Social, Rumble, and Substack, alongside reporting on Secretary Rubio's activities and President Trump's discussion with President Putin on ending the Russia-Ukraine war. The DOD highlighted stories honoring fallen soldiers and promoted service opportunities in the Marine Corps, emphasizing duty and family tradition, and shared that President Trump "Lauds Cadets for Choosing Service, Honor Over Civilian Life." HHS Secretary Kennedy, Jr. revealed plans for new dietary guidelines based on science and easier to understand. Treasury Secretary Bessent reported a "pleasant and constructive" G7 meeting, anticipating future engagements.

Several 2028 Democratic presidential candidates were active on Twitter. California Governor Gavin Newsom highlighted wildfire prevention efforts funded by climate investments. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro expressed gratitude for support after an arson attack, while also highlighting support for the state's agriculture industry, announcing $500 million secured for site development, stating, "Here in Pennsylvania, we’re literally turning dirt into jobs." Maryland Governor Wes Moore touted the signing into law the Excellence in Public Schools Act, and his partnership with poverty-fighting organizations. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker reported on Illinois' SUN Bucks implementation and alleged that Trump's tax policy will cause 13.7 million Americans to lose healthcare.

On May 23, 2025, Congress convened briefly in pro forma sessions. The Senate convened and adjourned quickly, with no committee meetings held and a scheduled reconvening on May 27. The House of Representatives also met briefly, appointing a Speaker pro tempore and introducing 40 public bills and 6 resolutions, and is scheduled to reconvene on May 26.

2. White House News

World Trade Week, 2025

President Trump proclaimed May 18-24, 2025, as World Trade Week, reaffirming a commitment to balanced and reciprocal trade. He stated that "globalist elites sold out the American worker" and that his administration is delivering a future that protects American workers' dreams.

Since assuming office, President Trump says he has taken action to provide a better life for all Americans. This includes enacting reciprocal tariffs, stopping the flow of fentanyl into America, and prioritizing training initiatives. The administration aims to combat unfair trade practices, bring jobs back home, and advance opportunities for American businesses to compete abroad. The goal is for American workers and their children to have better lives and build a new Golden Age for America.

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/05/world-trade-week-2025/

Prayer for Peace, Memorial Day, 2025

President Trump issued a proclamation declaring Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, as a day of prayer for permanent peace, honoring "brave patriots who have laid down their lives in service to our great Nation." He acknowledged the sacrifices of fallen heroes and the "unfathomable heartache" of Gold Star Families, stating they have "our unwavering support, deepest gratitude, and highest respect." He called for pursuing peace through strength and requested all citizens to join him and the First Lady in prayer.

The proclamation designates 11:00 a.m. local time as a time for unified prayer and asks Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance at 3:00 p.m. local time. Governors and officials are requested to fly the flag at half-staff until noon on all buildings and vessels, with citizens asked to do the same at their homes during the forenoon.

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/05/prayer-for-peace-memorial-day-2025/

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2025

President Trump proclaimed May 2025 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, emphasizing their role in longer, healthier lives. He stated that the U.S. has "failed to prioritize the health and well-being of the American people" leading to poor outcomes compared to other developed countries. According to the proclamation, "This era of indifference ended when I took office." Trump appointed Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services and established the Make America Healthy Again Commission.

Trump highlighted his administration's commitment to safe and accessible sports, mentioning an Executive Order to expand children's sports participation and another "to keep biological men out of women’s sports." He calls upon the people of the United States to incorporate physical fitness and sports participation into their everyday lives.

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/05/national-physical-fitness-and-sports-month-2025/

3. Truth Social Posts

New Officer Commissionings:
Trump congratulates newly commissioned Second Lieutenants, noting they are following a path walked by military "titans and legends."

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

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