President Trump signed an executive order to expand IVF access, defended restricting AP event access, engaged in US-Russia peace talks excluding Ukraine, attended the Commander-in-Chief Ball, nominated John Jovanovic to lead the Export-Import Bank, and continued federal workforce reductions.
On February 17, 2025, President Trump issued warnings to universities over DEI programs, nominated Edward Martin as U.S. Attorney for D.C., sought Supreme Court intervention to remove an agency head, and prepared for a Saudi-backed conference, amidst nationwide protests against his policies.
President Trump enacted significant policies today, including halting funding for schools with COVID-19 vaccine mandates and restructuring immigration courts. He addressed Air Force One delivery delays, supported Israel amid hostage negotiations, and faced judicial challenges to his executive orders.
President Trump advances foreign policy initiatives, including critical mineral strategies and Ukraine peace talks, while addressing domestic legal challenges and settling a social media lawsuit.
Trump orders federal layoffs, warns Iran, questions Ukraine’s future, meets Jordan’s King on Gaza refugees, and urges Israel to act against Hamas after ceasefire violations. HG