Why is Donald Trump avoiding the White House press corps?
Donald Trump has been avoiding the White House press corps, opting for private meetings and limited public appearances. This marks a shift from his previous more visible style, coinciding with a series of setbacks for his administration. Insiders suggest he may be retreating to reassess his strategy amid growing challenges.
- ▪Trump has not appeared in public for seven consecutive days, focusing instead on private meetings and executive time.
- ▪His administration recently abandoned a controversial plan to allocate $1.8 billion in taxpayer money to political allies.
- ▪Plans for concerts to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence fell apart after most artists declined to participate.
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Welcome to Wednesday’s Washington Secrets. So what is Donald Trump up to? It has been a low-profile week by the president’s TV camera-hogging standards, filled so far with private meetings that keep him away from the White House press corps. Could it be that a series of setbacks has knocked the spring from his step? Plus, why is Chinese tech giant Huawei thanking Washington for its recent spurt of growth? Donald Trump is staying behind closed doors today. His public schedule lists six events, from “executive time” at 8 a.m. to dinner in the Rose Garden at 7 p.m., via policy meetings and signings — none of which will include cameras or reporters.
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