Today, President Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky for ingratitude over U.S. aid, announced plans to visit Saudi Arabia to advance Russia-Ukraine peace talks, and addressed a security incident near the White House involving an armed individual.
As of Sunday, March 9, 2025, President Donald Trump’s key activities, statements, policy decisions, and public engagements are as follows:
1️⃣ Executive Orders & Policy Actions
- No new executive orders or policy actions were reported today.
2️⃣ Public Statements & Press Briefings
- Criticism of Ukrainian President Zelensky: President Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, describing him as “ungrateful” and likening U.S. financial support to Ukraine as taking “candy from a baby.” He expressed frustration over Zelensky’s attitude and blamed the previous administration for providing $350 billion in military aid to Ukraine. thescottishsun.co.uk
3️⃣ Meetings & Diplomacy
- Upcoming Visit to Saudi Arabia: President Trump is preparing to visit Saudi Arabia to facilitate the Russia-Ukraine peace process. He mentioned that dealing with Russian President Vladimir Putin is easier than with President Zelensky, expressing belief in Putin’s commitment to peace despite ongoing conflicts. This visit follows Saudi Arabia’s agreement to invest $1 trillion in American companies over the next four years. the-sun.com+1thescottishsun.co.uk+1
4️⃣ Campaign & Political Engagements
- No campaign or political engagements were reported today.
5️⃣ Legislative Approvals & Vetoes
- No legislative approvals or vetoes were reported today.
6️⃣ National Security & Crisis Response
- Security Incident Near the White House: An armed man, believed to have traveled from Indiana, was shot by U.S. Secret Service agents near the White House following a confrontation early Sunday. The incident occurred around midnight, about a block from the White House, while President Trump was in Florida. The individual was hospitalized, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident.
Bibliography
- Trump says ‘ungrateful’ Zelensky took US cash like ‘candy from a baby’
- Trump to fly to Saudi Arabia and wants Ukraine deal ‘back on track’
- Authorities: Armed man shot by Secret Service near White House while Trump out of town
