Breaking: Trump Set to Speak from Oval Office Today
President Donald Trump is scheduled to make an announcement from the Oval Office at 2 p.m. ET today, according to the White House. Details remain scarce, leaving many wondering what the president will address.
The announcement comes on the heels of a federal appeals court ruling last week that deemed many of the president's global tariffs unlawful, potentially impacting his trade policy agenda. This legal challenge adds another layer of intrigue to today's anticipated statement.
Other Key Developments:
- Space Command Move: Trump is expected to announce the relocation of Space Command to Alabama.
- Climate Grants: An appeals court has allowed the Trump administration to cut $16 billion in climate grants.
- Federal Troops in LA: A judge has ruled the use of federal troops in Los Angeles as unlawful.
- Chicago Safety: Trump claims Chicago 'will be safe again soon' amid threats of federal intervention.
Pritzker Responds to Trump's Chicago Threat
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has publicly pushed back against President Trump's threat to deploy federal troops in Chicago. In a video posted on X, Pritzker stated, "Just a lovely day here. No emergency. So Donald Trump understands, no emergency in the city of Chicago to send troops in." He also encouraged Illinois residents to know their rights when interacting with ICE agents.
We will continue to provide live updates as this story develops. Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.