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President Donald J. Trump Approves Alaska Emergency Declaration Today, President Donald J. Trump declared that an emergency exists in the State of Alaska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions in the areas affected by an earthquake on November 30, 2018. The President’s action authorizes the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to coordinate all disaster relief efforts which have the purpose of alleviating the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency on the local population, and to provide appropriate assistance for required emergency measures, authorized under title V of the Stafford Act, to save lives and to protect property and public health and safety, and to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe. Specifically, FEMA is authorized to identify, mobilize, and provide, at its discretion, equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the emergency’s impacts. Emergency protective measures, limited to direct Federal assistance, will be provided at 75 percent Federal funding in Anchorage Municipality, Kenai Peninsula Borough, and Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Brock Long, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security, named Willie G. Nunn as the Federal Coordinating Officer for Federal recovery operations in the affected areas. |
Friday, November 30, 2018
President Donald J. Trump Approves Alaska Emergency Declaration
National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, 2018- A Presidential Proclamation
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REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AND PRIME MINISTER MORRISON OF AUSTRALIA BEFORE PULL-ASIDE MEETING
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REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP
AND PRIME MINISTER MORRISON OF AUSTRALIA BEFORE PULL-ASIDE MEETING Centro Costa Salguero Buenos Aires, Argentina
3:08 P.M. AST
PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much, everybody. It’s an honor to be with the Prime Minister of Australia, Prime Minister Morrison. And we’ve just gotten to know each other, and so far, so good, I have to tell you. I think it’s going to be a great relationship. And we certainly anticipate having a fantastic relationship -- always -- with Australia. I know you’ve done a fantastic job in a very short period of time. You’ve done a lot of the things that they’ve wanted over there and that’s why you’re sitting right here. And so I congratulate you. But it’s an honor, and we will be with Australia and you all the way. PRIME MINISTER MORRISON: Well, thank you. Thank you very much, Mr. President. Australia and the United States have always been the greatest of friends -- not just in periods of strategic cooperation, but economically. And the people-to-people relationships -- well, there’s none better. PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much, everybody. Thank you. Appreciate it. Q Mr. President, will you be exchanging pleasantries with Putin? Will you be exchanging pleasantries with Putin? PRESIDENT TRUMP: I don’t know. Not particularly. I don’t know. END 3:10 P.M. AST |
PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP IS PROMOTING REGIONAL PROSPERITY AND SECURITY
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REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP, PRIME MINISTER ABE OF JAPAN, AND PRIME MINISTER MODI OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDIA BEFORE TRILATERAL MEETING
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REMARKS BY PRESIDENT TRUMP AND PRIME MINISTER ABE OF JAPAN BEFORE BILATERAL MEETING
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President Donald J. Trump Approves Disaster Declaration for the Tohono O’odham Nation
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President Donald J. Trump Approves Disaster Declaration for the Tohono O’odham Nation
Today, President Donald J. Trump declared that a major disaster exists for Tohono O’odham Nation and ordered Federal aid to supplement the Tribe’s efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from October 1 to October 3, 2018. Federal funding is available to the Tohono O’odham Nation and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms and flooding. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures for the Tohono O’odham Nation. Brock Long, Administrator, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security, named Mark Wingate as the Federal Coordinating Officer for Federal recovery operations in the affected areas. Additional designations may be made at a later date if requested by the Tribe and warranted by the results of further damage assessments. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION MEDIA SHOULD CONTACT: FEMA NEWS DESK AT (202) 646-3272 OR FEMA-NEWS-DESK@FEMA.DHS.GOV |
World AIDS Day, 2018 Presidential Proclamation
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Statement of Support: H.R. 1677 – Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2018
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Statement of Support: H.R. 1677 – Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2018
The Administration strongly supports the passage of H.R. 1677, the “Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2018.” The bill would add to a robust set of tools at the Administration’s disposal to help bring to an end the heartbreaking ongoing tragedy in Syria and to hold Syrian officials accountable for the slaughter of civilians and other atrocities. This bill will help provide additional leverage to achieve the United States government’s objectives to de-escalate the military conflict and support the United Nations-led peace process and a transition to a government in Syria that honors the will of the Syrian people, respects the rule of law and human rights, and peacefully co-exists with its neighbors in the region.
At its core, the bill provides additional tools designed to deny the Assad regime and its proxies access to the international financial system and to block the financial and other support that fuels the murder of innocent Syrians. In addition, it would facilitate the continued use of economic sanctions and visa restrictions to hold accountable members of the Assad regime who are responsible for or complicit in the serious human rights abuses and war crimes committed against innocent Syrians. As the President has said, every solution to the humanitarian crisis in Syria must also include a strategy to address the brutal regime that has fueled and financed it: the corrupt dictatorship in Iran.
The Administration remains committed to our objectives in Syria of liberating remaining territory from ISIS control, enabling the safe delivery of humanitarian aid, de-escalating the violence, deterring the Assad regime’s further use of chemical weapons, and advancing the United Nations-led political resolution track called for in United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254. The President has made clear that United States partners and allies must share the burden in achieving these aims. The Administration would interpret the bill consistent with these objectives, which are in the national security interest of the United States.
The Administration would also interpret the bill consistent with the protections provided under the American Servicemembers’ Protection Act of 2002.
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Thursday, November 29, 2018
Was The POTUS Targeted in an Assassination Attempt at the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony?
November 29, 2018
President Trump, First Lady Participate in Tree Lighting Ceremony
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump participated in the 96th National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the Ellipse outside the White House on Wednesday, with the White House grounds fully decked out for the holidays.
On a stage above the crowds, the President had spectators count down to the tree lighting with him. The tradition draws hundreds of spectators each year, even in frigid conditions. Among this year's ceremony entertainment were musicians 'Dominican Sisters of Mary' and 'Anthony Kearns of The Irish Tenors'.
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke introduced Mr. Trump as "the man who brought Christmas back to America."
The President expressed his gratitude for the first responders and those serving in the military, among other remarks, according to the White House Press Secretary's Office.
However, some viewers reported seeing unusual looking red laser lights pointed on the president's face and body and immediately suspicion grew as to the origin of the laser lights.
In a Tweet by @POTUS_Schedule, a photo was shared of a protective transparent wall around the President and First Lady described as "Level 10 projectile resistant optical polycarbonate multilayered shielding."
According to the Press Pool, The POTUS began his remarks at approximately 6:24 p.m. EST and concluded his remarks by approximately 6:30 p.m. EST. However, at the Presidents protective press pool reported that the president left the festivities abruptly and that they had been left there without confirmation the President had arrived to the White House. At 6:38:13 p.m EST, the President's protective press pool reported,"
At 6:45 p.m. EST, the press pool reported again, that they were unable to confirm POTUS's whereabouts,
Pool assumes POTUS arrived at the White House but there is no official confirmation.
Press Pool was not given an explanation for this despite several questions.
At Approximately 6:57 p.m. EST the protective press pool reported they had arrived back at the White House but given no explanation.
According to the President's protective press pool the POTUS leaving them there abruptly was unanticipated and out of the ordinary and that no explanation was offered as to why the POTUS would depart from protocol.
However, a post from the illusive QAnon on the 8Chan board, posted a cryptic message with a photo of a Christmas Tree and underneath was a series of letters and numbers along with the words "We know." signed by 'Q'. The internet was a buzz with rumors of a possible assassination attempt on the President last evening, and cited the above photo's depicting the red laser points on the president's face and body.
Upon further investigation, The GoldFish Report has learned this cryptic series of letters and numbers corresponds to model number of a Laser Automator manufactured by Surefire Lasers that can be used to deliver Novel 11 Technology according to a retired USAF weapons expert and threat assessment consultant previously worked in Government Black Ops projects, whose name shall remain under protected sources. According to this anonymous source, Novel 11 Technology is well known in the Black OPS programs. The Laser Automator is unlike a rifle in that the laser itself is the weapon and does not require conventional ammunition. Rather, the laser can be used to trigger a heart attack or other conditions in its target by interrupting the electro-chemical signal in the heart or brain and is often used in the military under direct combat situations.
Whether or not this is the laser point seen on the President in the above photo's remains to be determined, but clearly in combination with the departure from protocol and the cryptic message from QAnon leaves us asking the question,"was there an Assassination attempt on The President of The United States last evening, and if so, by whom? It may be too early to sort out the facts and answer those questions definitively at this time, but suffice it to say, the secret service is well equipped to protect the President whose life they swore to protect and The GoldFish Report will continue to report any news on this story as it develops.
Story by Lou Lee
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Office of the First Lady : November 28, 2018 Readout of First Lady Melania Trump’s Participation in an Opioid Town Hall at Liberty University
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 28, 2018
Readout of First Lady Melania Trump’s Participation in an Opioid Town Hall at Liberty University
First Lady Melania Trump traveled to Lynchburg, Virginia this morning to attend an Opioid Town Hall inside Liberty University’s basketball arena. Secretary Azar of Health and Human Services and Secretary Nielsen of Homeland Security accompanied the First Lady to Lynchburg.
Upon Arrival, Mrs. Trump was welcomed by President of Liberty University, Jerry Falwell Jr. and his wife, Becki Falwell; and Liberty University Pastor, David Nasser.
Hosted by Eric Bolling, Mrs. Trump delivered remarks to an audience of students from Liberty University and the surrounding area. Mrs. Trump spoke on the importance of understanding the severe and fatal effects of opioids, eliminating the stigma surrounding drug dependence emphasizing there is no shame to ask for help, and for youth to believe in their voices for they have the power to influence each other. The First Lady spoke on-stage with Eric Bolling and answered questions from students in the audience.
Since the launch of her Be Best campaign in May, Mrs. Trump remains dedicated to shining lights on programs that help nurture families and children who have felt the negative effects of opioid abuse, notably neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS). Most recently, the First Lady traveled to Philadelphia learning more about Jefferson University Hospital’s Maternal Addiction, Treatment, Education and Research (MATER) program for mothers and children affected by NAS – and she also attended part of Health and Human Service’s conference that launched an initiative to develop a new system to track NAS.
“I was honored to participate in today’s Town Hall,” said First Lady Melania Trump. “It is my hope that what we discussed today will save lives in the future and help prevent our children from falling victim to drug dependence. As a mother and as First Lady, I want to do everything I can to expose the serious dangers of opioid and drug addiction and provide opportunities for youth to become leaders in ending this crisis. Thank you to Eric Bolling and Liberty University for this important opportunity.”
FULL REMARKS BELOW:
Thank you Eric. I am honored to be here today. It takes such strength and grace to take the grief I know you and Adrienne deal with each day, and use the loss of your son Eric as a catalyst for good. You honor him every day through the lives that you are saving. I am inspired by the work you are doing, and hope you know that my husband and his entire Administration are committed to fighting the opioid epidemic.
As the worst drug crisis in American history, his administration has declared it a public health emergency and there are several agencies working alongside the White House to educate and provide services for those affected. I am proud to be joined today by Secretary Azar with the Department of Health and Human Services, and Secretary Nielsen with the Department of Homeland Security. Together, with all of you, I know we can make a real difference and save lives.
When I took on opioid abuse as one of the pillars of my initiative BeBest, I did it with the goal of helping children of all ages. I have visited several hospitals and facilities that are dedicated to helping all who have been affected by this disease - including people who are addicted, babies born addicted, and families coping with the addiction of a loved one. What has struck me with each visit is how this epidemic has touched so many people - whether it is because of personal use, or that of family members, friends, coworkers, or neighbors - opioid addiction is an illness that has truly taken hold of our country.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 130 people in the United States die each day due to overdosing on opioids. In 2017, those overdoses accounted for more than 72,000 deaths, more than any previous year on record. And in 2016, an estimated 40% of opioid deaths involved a prescription drug.
My focus through BeBest has mainly been on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, which are conditions that occur when a baby withdraws from the drugs it was exposed to during pregnancy. But when I was invited to participate in today’s town hall, I saw it as an opportunity to speak with all of you as you enter into such a critical stage of your lives. The independence that comes with being a young adult can be exciting, but also overwhelming. Most of you are living on your own for the first time. You may be responsible for paying some of your own bills, getting to and from class every day, managing your homework, and I’m sure many of you also have jobs or extra-curricular activities. And while I bet no one here will want to admit it, I imagine some of you have or will be experiencing situations with drugs or alcohol. I know college is a time to wield your independence, experience things on your terms, and make decisions on your own behalf. I am here to remind you that some of those decisions - though they may seem minor at the time - could negatively impact you for the rest of your lives.
I am here speaking to you in my official capacity as First Lady, but I want you to know I am also here as a mother. But rather than lecture you about the dangers of drug abuse as most mothers would - and should - I am going to tell you what I have learned in this past year because I believe education and learning is key to making the right decisions on your own behalf.
I have learned that addiction can begin with something as innocent as an injury - it could be a sports injury, or from some kind of an accident. I have spoken with families and seen many news reports that talk about young athletes or people injured in accidents who became hooked on opioids after being given a prescription for real pain. Tragically, many of those stories end with people who have later transitioned into using heroin and overdosing. In fact, data from the Department of Health and Human Services shows that in 2016 and 2017, more than 17,000 deaths were attributed to overdosing on commonly prescribed drugs.
I have learned that many people who become addicted to drugs are too ashamed to ask for help. I have also learned that addiction is a disease. And like any illness, people need and deserve treatment. We must commit to removing the stigma of shame that comes with addiction and helping change public opinion so that people find evidence based treatment before it is too late.
I have learned that you have a responsibility to yourself, and also to those around you who may be struggling. While you may never personally become addicted, the chances of you knowing someone who struggles with it are very high. And if you, or someone you know needs help, you need to be brave enough to ask, or strong enough to stand with them as they fight through the disease. You need to be educated enough to know the signs of addiction, and also secure enough to talk about it, and keep talking about it until help arrives.
Now that you know what I have learned, I want to close by telling you what I believe.
I believe in the power of all of you. If even one of you leaves here today and talks to a friend or family member about the potential to end this crisis, then we have succeeded.
I believe that as our next generation, you have the potential to not just reduce, but eliminate the statistics I mentioned earlier. I also believe you have the capacity to not think of this in terms of statistics, but to think of this as a human story and an opportunity to save lives. I believe in your unending potential to change our world for the better.
I want to once again thank Eric Bolling for having me here today, and to both he and his wife Adrienne for their strength and bravery in the face of a sudden loss and grief.
I look forward to hearing from the rest of today’s guests, and also from some of you in the audience today. I also want to thank each of you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to be here, and of course President Jerry Falwell and Liberty University for hosting such an important and potentially life-saving event.
God bless you all and God bless the United States of America. Thank you
Office of the First Lady
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 28, 2018
Readout of First Lady Melania Trump’s Participation in an Opioid Town Hall at Liberty University
First Lady Melania Trump traveled to Lynchburg, Virginia this morning to attend an Opioid Town Hall inside Liberty University’s basketball arena. Secretary Azar of Health and Human Services and Secretary Nielsen of Homeland Security accompanied the First Lady to Lynchburg.
Upon Arrival, Mrs. Trump was welcomed by President of Liberty University, Jerry Falwell Jr. and his wife, Becki Falwell; and Liberty University Pastor, David Nasser.
Hosted by Eric Bolling, Mrs. Trump delivered remarks to an audience of students from Liberty University and the surrounding area. Mrs. Trump spoke on the importance of understanding the severe and fatal effects of opioids, eliminating the stigma surrounding drug dependence emphasizing there is no shame to ask for help, and for youth to believe in their voices for they have the power to influence each other. The First Lady spoke on-stage with Eric Bolling and answered questions from students in the audience.
Since the launch of her Be Best campaign in May, Mrs. Trump remains dedicated to shining lights on programs that help nurture families and children who have felt the negative effects of opioid abuse, notably neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS). Most recently, the First Lady traveled to Philadelphia learning more about Jefferson University Hospital’s Maternal Addiction, Treatment, Education and Research (MATER) program for mothers and children affected by NAS – and she also attended part of Health and Human Service’s conference that launched an initiative to develop a new system to track NAS.
“I was honored to participate in today’s Town Hall,” said First Lady Melania Trump. “It is my hope that what we discussed today will save lives in the future and help prevent our children from falling victim to drug dependence. As a mother and as First Lady, I want to do everything I can to expose the serious dangers of opioid and drug addiction and provide opportunities for youth to become leaders in ending this crisis. Thank you to Eric Bolling and Liberty University for this important opportunity.”
FULL REMARKS BELOW:
Thank you Eric. I am honored to be here today. It takes such strength and grace to take the grief I know you and Adrienne deal with each day, and use the loss of your son Eric as a catalyst for good. You honor him every day through the lives that you are saving. I am inspired by the work you are doing, and hope you know that my husband and his entire Administration are committed to fighting the opioid epidemic.
As the worst drug crisis in American history, his administration has declared it a public health emergency and there are several agencies working alongside the White House to educate and provide services for those affected. I am proud to be joined today by Secretary Azar with the Department of Health and Human Services, and Secretary Nielsen with the Department of Homeland Security. Together, with all of you, I know we can make a real difference and save lives.
When I took on opioid abuse as one of the pillars of my initiative BeBest, I did it with the goal of helping children of all ages. I have visited several hospitals and facilities that are dedicated to helping all who have been affected by this disease - including people who are addicted, babies born addicted, and families coping with the addiction of a loved one. What has struck me with each visit is how this epidemic has touched so many people - whether it is because of personal use, or that of family members, friends, coworkers, or neighbors - opioid addiction is an illness that has truly taken hold of our country.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 130 people in the United States die each day due to overdosing on opioids. In 2017, those overdoses accounted for more than 72,000 deaths, more than any previous year on record. And in 2016, an estimated 40% of opioid deaths involved a prescription drug.
My focus through BeBest has mainly been on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, which are conditions that occur when a baby withdraws from the drugs it was exposed to during pregnancy. But when I was invited to participate in today’s town hall, I saw it as an opportunity to speak with all of you as you enter into such a critical stage of your lives. The independence that comes with being a young adult can be exciting, but also overwhelming. Most of you are living on your own for the first time. You may be responsible for paying some of your own bills, getting to and from class every day, managing your homework, and I’m sure many of you also have jobs or extra-curricular activities. And while I bet no one here will want to admit it, I imagine some of you have or will be experiencing situations with drugs or alcohol. I know college is a time to wield your independence, experience things on your terms, and make decisions on your own behalf. I am here to remind you that some of those decisions - though they may seem minor at the time - could negatively impact you for the rest of your lives.
I am here speaking to you in my official capacity as First Lady, but I want you to know I am also here as a mother. But rather than lecture you about the dangers of drug abuse as most mothers would - and should - I am going to tell you what I have learned in this past year because I believe education and learning is key to making the right decisions on your own behalf.
I have learned that addiction can begin with something as innocent as an injury - it could be a sports injury, or from some kind of an accident. I have spoken with families and seen many news reports that talk about young athletes or people injured in accidents who became hooked on opioids after being given a prescription for real pain. Tragically, many of those stories end with people who have later transitioned into using heroin and overdosing. In fact, data from the Department of Health and Human Services shows that in 2016 and 2017, more than 17,000 deaths were attributed to overdosing on commonly prescribed drugs.
I have learned that many people who become addicted to drugs are too ashamed to ask for help. I have also learned that addiction is a disease. And like any illness, people need and deserve treatment. We must commit to removing the stigma of shame that comes with addiction and helping change public opinion so that people find evidence based treatment before it is too late.
I have learned that you have a responsibility to yourself, and also to those around you who may be struggling. While you may never personally become addicted, the chances of you knowing someone who struggles with it are very high. And if you, or someone you know needs help, you need to be brave enough to ask, or strong enough to stand with them as they fight through the disease. You need to be educated enough to know the signs of addiction, and also secure enough to talk about it, and keep talking about it until help arrives.
Now that you know what I have learned, I want to close by telling you what I believe.
I believe in the power of all of you. If even one of you leaves here today and talks to a friend or family member about the potential to end this crisis, then we have succeeded.
I believe that as our next generation, you have the potential to not just reduce, but eliminate the statistics I mentioned earlier. I also believe you have the capacity to not think of this in terms of statistics, but to think of this as a human story and an opportunity to save lives. I believe in your unending potential to change our world for the better.
I want to once again thank Eric Bolling for having me here today, and to both he and his wife Adrienne for their strength and bravery in the face of a sudden loss and grief.
I look forward to hearing from the rest of today’s guests, and also from some of you in the audience today. I also want to thank each of you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to be here, and of course President Jerry Falwell and Liberty University for hosting such an important and potentially life-saving event.
God bless you all and God bless the United States of America. Thank you
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
First Lady Mrs. Trump and Second Lady Mrs. Pence Visit the Red Cross to Assemble Comfort Kits
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
First lady Melania Trump entered the Red Cross Hall of Service shortly after 11:00 a.m. today at the Red Cross campus across from the White House, at 17th Street N.W. in D.C. .
American Red Cross CEO Gail McGovern stepped up to the podium first, welcoming Trump and Karen Pence. She also noted that Elizabeth Dole was in the audience. The first lady was wearing skinny red pants, red flats and a black sweater with red and white designs on her shoulders.
Shortly thereafter Mrs. Pence delivered these remarks , “I believe that today’s service project will mean more than we will ever know,” Pence said, noting how she was a Blue Star Mother.
“Melania ... has a natural gift of being kind and loving to others,” Pence said of FLOTUS, speaking of the trip they took to Texas last holiday season in support of hurricane victims.
Mrs. Trump received a standing ovation and began to speak. She referenced the “tragic news out of Afghanistan” and asked for prayers for the troops.
She called today’s volunteering a “sincere opportunity for us.”
She noted how she and the president “unveiled the Christmas decorations at the White House yesterday” and said they had held their first holiday reception for the volunteers who decorated the White House last night.
“We are honored to open the people’s house,” she continued.
She thanked the troops and said, “These comfort kits are one small way we can say thank you,” and encouraged Americans to volunteer throughout the holiday season.
The first and second lady are assisting volunteers - consisting of cabinet spouses, spouses of military service members and veterans, as well as Red Cross leadership - with packing comfort kits for service members stationed abroad. The contents of the kits are listed below.
The boxes will be sent to troops stationed in Iraq, Poland, Kuwait and Djibouti, the first lady’s office says.
An assembly line of items are spread out at two large tables. Both Trump and Pence started by packing blue Red Cross bags at the right-hand table first.
Right Table:
Popcorn
Easy Mac
Brownie mix
Hot chocolate (two packages)
Rice crispy treat
Powdered Gatorade (two packages)
Peanuts
Playing cards
Left Table:
Tissues
Hand soap
Deodorant
Shaving gel
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Washcloth
Lotion
Razor
Shampoo
Comb
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Nikki Schwab
Washington Reporter
First lady Melania Trump entered the Red Cross Hall of Service shortly after 11:00 a.m. today at the Red Cross campus across from the White House, at 17th Street N.W. in D.C. .
American Red Cross CEO Gail McGovern stepped up to the podium first, welcoming Trump and Karen Pence. She also noted that Elizabeth Dole was in the audience. The first lady was wearing skinny red pants, red flats and a black sweater with red and white designs on her shoulders.
Shortly thereafter Mrs. Pence delivered these remarks , “I believe that today’s service project will mean more than we will ever know,” Pence said, noting how she was a Blue Star Mother.
“Melania ... has a natural gift of being kind and loving to others,” Pence said of FLOTUS, speaking of the trip they took to Texas last holiday season in support of hurricane victims.
Mrs. Trump received a standing ovation and began to speak. She referenced the “tragic news out of Afghanistan” and asked for prayers for the troops.
She called today’s volunteering a “sincere opportunity for us.”
She noted how she and the president “unveiled the Christmas decorations at the White House yesterday” and said they had held their first holiday reception for the volunteers who decorated the White House last night.
“We are honored to open the people’s house,” she continued.
She thanked the troops and said, “These comfort kits are one small way we can say thank you,” and encouraged Americans to volunteer throughout the holiday season.
The first and second lady are assisting volunteers - consisting of cabinet spouses, spouses of military service members and veterans, as well as Red Cross leadership - with packing comfort kits for service members stationed abroad. The contents of the kits are listed below.
The boxes will be sent to troops stationed in Iraq, Poland, Kuwait and Djibouti, the first lady’s office says.
An assembly line of items are spread out at two large tables. Both Trump and Pence started by packing blue Red Cross bags at the right-hand table first.
Right Table:
Popcorn
Easy Mac
Brownie mix
Hot chocolate (two packages)
Rice crispy treat
Powdered Gatorade (two packages)
Peanuts
Playing cards
Left Table:
Tissues
Hand soap
Deodorant
Shaving gel
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Washcloth
Lotion
Razor
Shampoo
Comb
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Nikki Schwab
Washington Reporter
Monday, November 26, 2018
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