Daily Trump Report: May 30, 2025

Trump Promotes U.S. Steel Investment, Mandates Spending Cuts, and Increases Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

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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

The White House focused on economic policies and achievements. President Trump is in Pennsylvania today to promote a good partnership between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel, a $14 billion investment expected to create 70,000 jobs. The administration launched a Permitting Technology Action Plan to modernize federal environmental review and permitting processes, aiming for efficiency and transparency. The White House also highlighted positive economic indicators, including decreased inflation, increased incomes, and a narrowing trade deficit, citing CNBC's Rick Santelli's positive assessment. Finally, President Trump issued an order mandating spending cuts for fiscal year 2026, directing the Office of Management and Budget to calculate the reductions.

President Trump used Truth Social to address a variety of topics. He lauded his pardon of Sheriff Scott Jenkins, promoted a book about the "near assassination of Donald Trump," and quoted Elon Musk on the future potential of DOGE. He also announced an increase in tariffs on steel and aluminum and urged the Texas House to pass SB8 and SB3 regarding immigration enforcement. Additionally, Trump criticized the Director of the National Portrait Gallery, Kim Sajet, for being a "highly partisan person," and criticized the Congressional Budget Office for its growth projections.

Government departments used Twitter to promote administration policies and share news. The State Dept retweeted statements regarding Ambassador Wooster's new role in Haiti, Trump's statements on international students, Trump's remarks on Putin and Ukraine, and the White House's announcement about DOGE saving taxpayers money. The DOD announced plans to reduce the discretionary Permanent Change of Station (PCS) budget by half over the next 5 years and retweeted a statement about the reorganization of the Office of the Director of Operational Test & Evaluation. HHS clarified COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, stating they are not recommended for pregnant women or healthy children. Treasury discussed trade with Japan, praised DOGE and Elon Musk's work, and blamed past administrations for the deficit. Commerce touted the impact of the "One, Big, Beautiful Bill" and Kraft Heinz's investment in U.S. manufacturing, while DOGE highlighted taxpayer savings attributed to efficiency measures.

Several 2028 Democratic presidential candidates used Twitter to critique the Trump administration and promote their own agendas. Gavin Newsom accused Republicans of using Medicaid cuts to fund tax breaks for the wealthy, stating Republicans are cutting millions of Californians from Medicaid in order to fund tax breaks for the wealthy while Newsom asserts that California will not stand by while politicians in Washington negatively impact Californians. Josh Shapiro emphasized the importance of mass transit funding and advocated for raising the minimum wage. Gretchen Whitmer highlighted Michigan's focus on advanced chip manufacturing. Wes Moore toured the Scout Motors factory and promoted investment in Maryland's future, and JB Pritzker issued an advisory due to Canadian wildfire smoke.

On May 29, 2025, the Senate was not in session and adjourned until the next day. The House of Representatives convened briefly to introduce numerous bills and resolutions and filed a report on H.R. 2483, which concerns reauthorization of programs for opioid use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery. There were no recorded votes or committee hearings. The House is scheduled to meet in a pro forma session on June 2.

2. White House News

MADE IN THE USA: President Trump’s Vision is Revitalizing American Industry

President Trump is traveling to Pennsylvania today to promote the partnership between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel, a $14 billion investment expected to create at least 70,000 jobs and ensure American steel production for decades. This agreement aligns with President Trump's "America First trade policies," encouraging companies to onshore production and invest in American manufacturing.

The announcement emphasizes the automotive industry and "scores of others" investing in America, including investments planned by foreign countries. The key message is "AMERICAN JOBS, AMERICAN STEEL" highlighting the benefits of these policies for the U.S. economy.

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/made-in-the-usa-president-trumps-vision-is-revitalizing-american-industry/

Trump Administration Launches Permitting Technology Action Plan

The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) issued a Permitting Technology Action Plan to modernize Federal environmental review and permitting processes for infrastructure projects. This plan aims to optimize technology for efficient permit evaluations, information exchange between agencies, simplified interactions for applicants, and greater transparency. It delivers on President Trump’s Memorandum, Updating Permitting Technology for the 21st Century, and follows the establishment of the Permitting Innovation Center.

Katherine Scarlett stated the "Trump Administration is working tirelessly to implement innovation-driven environmental review and permitting reforms to eliminate needless delays that cripple the growth of the U.S. economy." Thomas Shedd said they will ensure the Federal government is maximizing modern technologies to streamline permitting. Other cabinet members echoed similar sentiments, with Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum noting the plan would "channel our greatest asset, American innovation and technology, to overhaul our current permitting process," and Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy added, "We are slashing the bureaucracy and getting back to actually building things in America again."

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/trump-administration-launches-permitting-technology-action-plan/

“WOW”: Inflation Eases, Incomes Rise, Trade Deficit Plummets

The White House news article highlights positive economic indicators. According to CNBC’s Rick Santelli, it's a "GREAT four-month start to any year." It states that new economic indicators reveal a decrease in inflation, an increase in incomes, and a narrowing trade deficit. These outcomes are described as "shattering economists’ expectations once again."

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/wow-inflation-eases-incomes-rise-trade-deficit-plummets/

Sequestration Order for Fiscal Year 2026 Pursuant to Section 251A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act, As Amended

President Trump issued an order on May 30, 2025, mandating spending cuts. "By the authority vested in me as President by the laws of the United States of America, and in accordance with section 251A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act," the order states that on October 1, 2025, direct spending budgetary resources for fiscal year 2026 in each non-exempt budget account will be reduced.

The amount of the reduction will be "calculated by the Office of Management and Budget in its report to the Congress of May 30, 2025." All sequestrations are to be made in strict accordance with section 251A of the Act and the OMB's report of May 30, 2025.

Reference: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/05/sequestration-order-for-fiscal-year-2026-pursuant-to-section-251a-of-the-balanced-budget-and-emergency-deficit-control-act-as-amended/

3. Truth Social Posts

Pardon Praised: Sheriff Scott Jenkins
Trump believes his pardon of Sheriff Scott Jenkins may be his best to date and links to an article on stonezone.com.

Housing Market Insights: Fed Interest Rate Cuts
Trump links to an article from thestreet.com regarding Pulte's message on Fed interest rate cuts.

American-Made Steel: Pittsburgh's Pride
Trump states he wants America's future to be built with steel from Pittsburgh, not Shanghai.

Increased Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum: Economic Boost
Trump announces an increase in tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, effective June 4th, predicting it will be a "BIG jolt of great news" for steel and aluminum workers.

Texas Immigration Bill Support: SB8
Trump urges the Texas House to pass SB8, as written, to give local law enforcement "FULL AUTHORITY" to assist the Federal Government in arresting and detaining criminals who are in the country illegally. He states he is watching closely.

Texas Immigration Bill Support: SB3
Trump urges the Texas House to pass SB3, as written, to give local law enforcement "FULL AUTHORITY" to assist the Federal Government in arresting and detaining criminals who are in the country illegally. He states he is watching closely.

Increased Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum: Economic Boost
Trump announces an increase in tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, effective June 4th, predicting it will be a "BIG jolt of great news" for steel and aluminum workers.

Live Event: U.S. Steel in Pittsburgh
Trump shares a link to a live event at U.S. Steel in Pittsburgh.

Book Promotion: "BUTLER" by Salena Zito
Trump promotes Salena Zito's new book, "BUTLER: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America’s Heartland," praising Zito's understanding of the "unbreakable Spirit of our Movement to FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT."

Elon Musk and DOGE: Future Potential
Trump quotes Elon Musk, stating that it isn't the end for DOGE, but the beginning.

Live Event: Trump and Elon in the Oval Office
Trump shares a link to a live event with Elon Musk in the Oval Office.

Kim Sajet Termination: National Portrait Gallery
Trump announces the termination of Kim Sajet as Director of the National Portrait Gallery, citing her as a "highly partisan person, and a strong supporter of DEI, which is totally inappropriate for her position."

Secretary Wright: Trump's Agenda
Trump quotes Secretary Wright, stating, "President Trump got elected to lower energy prices, reindustrialize America, bring jobs and opportunity back to our country and peace abroad — and he is pursuing that agenda aggressively."

CNBC's Rick Santelli: Income Numbers
Trump quotes CNBC's Rick Santelli, who stated, "The income numbers, really, for the first four months of year — they're stellar...Why don't we give credit where credit is due? Income really shooting up."

Congressional Budget Office Criticism: Growth Projections
Trump criticizes the "Democrat inspired and 'controlled' Congressional Budget Office (CBO)" for giving an "EXTREMELY LOW" level of growth, 1.8% over 10 years. He predicts actual growth will be much higher.

CNBC's Rick Santelli: Income Numbers
Trump quotes CNBC's Rick Santelli, who stated, "The income numbers, really, for the first four months of year — they're stellar...Why don't we give credit where credit is due? Income really shooting up."

China Trade Deal: Violation and Consequences
Trump asserts that China was in "grave economic danger" due to his tariffs but he made a "FAST DEAL" to save them. He now claims China "HAS TOTALLY VIOLATED ITS AGREEMENT WITH US."

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

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