What has Trump been busy with in the past 24 hours?
1. Trump posted that he will not impose tariffs on gold, but did not further explain. Prior to this, the Trump administration also issued a statement that Trump will sign an executive order to clarify the level of gold tariffs.
2. Trump stated that the meeting with Putin was an exploratory meeting. The next meeting will be with Zelensky or with Zelensky and Putin; Russia and Ukraine will make some exchanges, territories will change, and an attempt will be made to regain some Ukrainian territories; after the meeting, he will talk to European leaders.
3. Trump announced on Monday that Washington DC will be in a state of public emergency, placing the Washington DC Police Department under federal jurisdiction and deploying the National Guard on the same day. He also stated that if necessary, the military will be used.
4. Officials said that the Trump team has expanded the range of candidates for Chairman of the Federal Reserve, including Fed governors Bowman and Vice Chairman Jefferson. The White House is expected to announce the nominee for the Fed chair this fall.
5. Trump met with Intel CEO Mr. Chen Liwu, Secretary of Commerce Lutnick, and Secretary of the Treasury Besent. Trump said, "I had a very interesting conversation with Mr. Chen, his successful rise is legendary. Mr. Chen will discuss with my cabinet members and submit proposals to me next week."
6. Trump announced the nomination of economist Dr. E.J. Anthony as the next Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Trump said, "Our economy is booming, and Dr. Anthony will ensure that the data released is true and accurate. I believe Dr. Anthony will do an excellent job in this new position."
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