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Trump tips DoorDash driver $100 for delivering McDonald's to Oval Office

Trump tips DoorDash driver $100 for delivering McDonald's to Oval Office

President Donald Trump used a McDonald's delivery to the Oval Office to promote a tax policy meant to benefit tip earners
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Trump orders DoorDash to White House, trying to sell his tip tax cut

Trump orders DoorDash to White House, trying to sell his tip tax cut

WASHINGTON, April 13 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump had McDonald's food delivered to the Oval Office on Monday in a bid to promote his lowering of taxes on tips, and handed the driver what appeared to be a $100 bill when asked if White House staff were good tippers.
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Trump Highlights 'No Tax on Tips' Initiative During DoorDash Delivery Interaction

Trump Highlights 'No Tax on Tips' Initiative During DoorDash Delivery Interaction

President Trump used a DoorDash delivery to the White House to spotlight his administration's 'no tax on tips' initiative. The delivery was made by Sharon Simmons, a DoorDash driver from Arkansas, who was invited to stand by Trump as he addressed reporters. During the interaction, Trump shifted the focus to the issue of transgender athletes in women's sports, asking Simmons for her opinion. Simmons, who was there to discuss the tax policy, avoided the question, emphasizing her presence was about the tax initiative. The 'no tax on tips' policy is a key part of Trump's economic agenda, allowing workers to deduct significant amounts from their taxable income, which has been popular across party lines.
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DoorDash Celebrates No Tax on Tips Policy with Historic White House Delivery

DoorDash Celebrates No Tax on Tips Policy with Historic White House Delivery

DoorDash marked the first anniversary of the No Tax on Tips policy with a symbolic delivery to the White House. Sharon Simmons, a Dasher from Arkansas, completed the delivery at the Oval Office, highlighting the impact of the policy on gig workers. The No Tax on Tips policy allows Dashers to retain more of their earnings, saving them hundreds of millions of dollars collectively. This policy change was the result of advocacy by over 40,000 Dashers who ensured that independent workers were included in the final legislation. DoorDash's Global Head of Public Policy, Max Rettig, emphasized the significance of this policy in empowering gig workers and supporting local economies.
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DoorDash Celebrates No Tax on Tips Policy with White House Delivery

DoorDash Celebrates No Tax on Tips Policy with White House Delivery

DoorDash Celebrates No Tax on Tips Policy with White House Delivery
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Pope Leo hits back at Trump's lambasting, extending feud over Iran war with first American pontiff

Pope Leo hits back at Trump's lambasting, extending feud over Iran war with first American pontiff

Pope Leo XIV has responded to President Donald Trump's criticism over the U.S.-Israel war in Iran, saying the Vatican's peace appeals are rooted in the Gospel
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President Trump Proposes Painting Eisenhower Executive Office Building White to Address Maintenance Issues

President Trump Proposes Painting Eisenhower Executive Office Building White to Address Maintenance Issues

President Trump has submitted a proposal to paint the Eisenhower Executive Office Building white, aiming to address its maintenance issues and improve its visual alignment with surrounding architecture. The building, completed in 1888, currently features a slate-gray facade that has been criticized for its disrepair and lack of symbolic cohesion with the White House. The proposal highlights the benefits of painting the stone, noting that it is a repeatable solution to the ongoing problem of maintaining the building's exterior. Renderings of the proposed changes have been included in the submission to the Commission of Fine Arts, a panel of Trump appointees that advises on public architecture and design in Washington, D.C. The Commission is scheduled to hear a presentation on the plan on April 16.
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Court Allows Temporary Continuation of Trump’s $400M White House Ballroom Construction Amid National Security Concerns

Court Allows Temporary Continuation of Trump’s $400M White House Ballroom Construction Amid National Security Concerns

A federal appeals court has temporarily allowed the continuation of construction on President Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project, citing national security concerns. The project, which includes renovations to the White House 'doomsday' bunker, has faced legal challenges from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The Trust argues that Congress was not involved in the decision-making process for the ballroom, which is planned to be larger than the White House itself. Despite a previous injunction by Judge Richard Leon, the appeals court extended the construction deadline to April 17, allowing more time to assess the administration's argument that halting the project could leave the White House vulnerable.
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Federal Judges Allow White House Ballroom Construction to Proceed Amid National Security Debate

Federal Judges Allow White House Ballroom Construction to Proceed Amid National Security Debate

A panel of federal judges has temporarily allowed the continuation of construction on President Trump's planned White House ballroom. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled that construction could proceed while a lower court, which had previously halted the project, seeks further information on whether pausing the $400 million project poses a national security risk, as claimed by President Trump. The project, which includes features like bulletproof glass and bomb shelters, was initially halted by U.S. District Judge Richard Leon, who stated that the president needed congressional approval. However, the appeals court has granted a temporary extension for construction until April 17, allowing the administration more time to address these concerns.
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President Trump Attends UFC 327 Amidst Ongoing Iran Peace Talks

President Trump Attends UFC 327 Amidst Ongoing Iran Peace Talks

President Trump attended UFC 327 in Miami, where he was met with cheers from the crowd. The event took place at the Kaseya Center, with Trump arriving alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his daughter Tiffany Trump. The visit occurred as Vice President JD Vance announced the failure of peace talks with Iran in Pakistan, aimed at ending a six-week conflict in the Middle East. Trump, a frequent attendee of UFC events, was seen interacting with notable figures such as UFC announcer Joe Rogan and UFC President Dana White. The event is part of Trump's continued public appearances, with plans to host a UFC event on the White House lawn for the United States' 250th birthday.
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President Trump Attends UFC Event Amidst Failed Iran-US Peace Talks

President Trump Attends UFC Event Amidst Failed Iran-US Peace Talks

President Trump attended UFC 327 in Miami, where he was seen greeting Joe Rogan and Marco Rubio. The event took place as peace talks between the US and Iran in Pakistan failed to produce an agreement. The talks aimed to end a six-week conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz but ended without resolution after Tehran reportedly did not agree to US terms regarding nuclear weapon development. Trump's presence at the UFC event was marked by interactions with attendees and a promotional post on his Truth Social account about a future UFC event at the White House.
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Appeals Court Extends Deadline for White House Ballroom Construction Halt

Appeals Court Extends Deadline for White House Ballroom Construction Halt

The U.S. appeals court has extended the deadline to halt construction on President Trump's White House ballroom until April 17, allowing time for the administration to seek Supreme Court review. The decision follows a lower court's order to pause the project, citing the need for congressional approval for such a significant construction. The Trump administration argues that the ballroom is necessary for national security, but the appeals court has questioned the administration's claims, noting that the project was expected to take years to complete. The court has remanded the issue back to the lower court for further clarification on the national security implications.