Administration of Donald J. Trump, 2017

# Digest of Other White House Announcements

December 31, 2017

The following list includes the President's public schedule and other items of general interest announced by the Office of the Press Secretary and not included elsewhere in this Compilation.

January 20

In the afternoon, in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol, the President and Mrs. Trump participated in the Inaugural luncheon. Later, they attended the Inaugural parade.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President signed commissions for the Senate confirmation of James N. Mattis as Secretary of Defense and John F. Kelly as Secretary of Homeland Security and an Executive order minimizing the economic burdens of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act pending repeal. Vice President Michael R. Pence and White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus also attended.

In the evening, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the President and Mrs.

Trump attended the Liberty Ball and the Freedom Ball. Vice President Pence and his wife Karen also attended. Later, at the National Building Museum, they attended the Salute to Our Armed Services Ball, during which he and Vice President Pence participated in a live satellite conversation with deployed U.S. servicemembers serving in Afghanistan and Iraq.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

January 21

In the morning, at the Washington National Cathedral, the President and Mrs. Trump attended the National Prayer Service. Vice President Michael R. Pence and his wife Karen also attended.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Langley, VA. Later, he returned to Washington,

DC.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Justin P.J.

Trudeau of Canada to discuss Canada-U.S. relations and schedule a meeting in the coming weeks. He also had a telephone conversation with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico to discuss Mexico-U.S. relations and schedule a visit on trade, immigration, and security in the near future.

Also during the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to the White House on January 27.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico to the White House on January 31.

January 22

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to discuss Israel-U.S. relations and security cooperation and review issues of regional concern, including Iran, the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization, and renewing peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians. Also in the afternoon, he had a telephone conversation with Gov. Nathan J. Deal of Georgia to discuss the recent tornadoes and express his condolences for the extensive damage.

Later in the afternoon, in the Blue Room, the President hosted the Inaugural Law Enforcement Officers and First Responders Reception. Vice President Pence also attended.

During the day, the President attended an ethics briefing with senior staff that included protocols for the proper handling of classified information. He also had a telephone conversation with Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida to discuss the recent storms affecting the State.

Also during the day, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also participated in a telephone interview with Maggie Haberman of the New York Times.

January 23

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt to discuss Egypt-U.S. relations, U.S. support for Egypt's ongoing fight against terrorism, and economic reforms in Egypt. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael

R. Pence had lunch. Later, in the State Dining Room, he hosted a reception for bipartisan, bicameral leadership in Congress. Vice President Pence also attended.

In the evening, the President met with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan.

During the day, the President signed designations for acting heads of executive departments and agencies to maintain continuity pending Senate confirmation of the President's nominees.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Philadelphia, PA, on January

26.

The President announced his intention to nominate Heather A. Wilson to be Secretary of the

Air Force.

January 24

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus.

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to discuss India-U.S. relations, security concerns in the region of South and Central Asia, and the importance of cooperation in the global fight against terrorism. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Director of Central Intelligence Michael R. Pompeo.

Later in the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President met with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell, Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer, and Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Charles E. Grassley and Ranking Member Dianne Feinstein. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced that the President will address a Joint Session of Congress on February 28.

January 25

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus. Later, also in the Oval Office, he posed for his official portrait.

In the afternoon, at the Department of Homeland Security, the President toured department facilities, signed Executive orders strengthening border security and immigration enforcement

and enhancing public safety in the U.S. interior, attended a ceremonial swearing-in of Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly, and received a briefing from Acting Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Robert J. Fenton, Jr., on the storms and tornadoes affecting Southeastern States. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Gov. D. Phillip Bryant of Mississippi to discuss the recent tornadoes and severe storms and offer any Federal assistance needed in the recovery effort.

In the evening, the President had a working dinner with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, National Security Council Chief of Staff J. Keith Kellogg, Jr., National Security Adviser Michael T. Flynn, and Director of Central Intelligence Michael R. Pompeo to discuss a potential U.S. counterterrorism operation in Yemen.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also received a briefing from National Security Adviser Michael T. Flynn about the U.S. counterterrorism operation in Yemen.

Also during the day, in the Cross Hall, Blue Room, and on the West Colonnade, the President recorded an interview with David Muir of ABC's "World News Tonight With David Muir" program for later broadcast.

The President announced his intention to nominate Philip Bilden to be Secretary of the Navy.

The President announced the appointment of Stefan C. Passantino as Deputy Counsel to the President.

The President announced the appointment of Uttam Dhillon, Scott Gast, and James D. Schultz as Associates Counsel to the President.

The President declared a major disaster in Oregon and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and flooding from December 14 through 17, 2016.

The President declared a major disaster in Georgia and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and straight-line winds on January 2.

The President declared a major disaster in Mississippi and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight- line winds, and flooding on January 20 and 21.

January 26

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he traveled to Philadelphia, PA, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President signed a proclamation declaring January 22 through 28 as National School Choice Week.

During the day, in the Red Room, the President recorded an interview with Sean Hannity of Fox News' "Hannity" program for later broadcast.

Also during the day, the President signed a memorandum authorizing a U.S counterterrorism operation in Yemen.

Also during the day, the President was briefed by White House Counsel Donald F. McGahn on the Department of Justice's findings regarding National Security Adviser Michael T. Flynn's December 2016 telephone communication with Russia's Ambassador to the U.S. Sergey Ivanovich Kislyak. A small group of senior advisers also attended.

The White House announced that the previously scheduled visit of President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico to the White House on January 31 had been canceled.

January 27

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with senior advisers on trade and commerce. Later, also in the Oval Office, he posed for his official portrait. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus. Also in the morning, he had a telephone conversation with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico to discuss Mexico-U.S. relations, areas of cooperation, and the two leaders' differing opinions on the funding mechanism for President Trump's proposed border wall along the southern U.S. border. Also in the morning, in the Blue Room, he recorded an interview with David Brody of CBN News for later broadcast.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom. White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, National Security Adviser Michael T. Flynn, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer; and Ambassador to the U.S. N. Kim Darroch, the Prime Minister's Chiefs of Staff Nick Timothy and Fiona Hill, and National Security Adviser Mark L. Grant of the United Kingdom also attended. Later, in the State Dining Room, he and Prime Minister May had a working lunch.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence traveled to Arlington, VA, where in Joint Chiefs of Staff Conference Room at the Pentagon, he participated in a briefing with the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Later, he and Vice President Pence returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, the President had dinner with Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James

B. Comey, Jr.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

January 28

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss Japan-U.S. relations, reiterate the ironclad U.S. commitment to ensuring the security of Japan highlighted by Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis's upcoming visit to the region, including Japan, and review the threat posed by North Korea. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to discuss the crucial importance of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and broader transatlantic relationship, the importance of standing together to fight terrorism and resolve conflict in the Middle East and North Africa, relations with Russia, the political unrest and violence in eastern Ukraine, and Germany-U.S. relations. President Trump accepted Chancellor Merkel's invitation to attend the Group of Twenty (G–20) nations summit in Hamburg, Germany, in July.

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia to discuss areas of cooperation, from working to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization to achieving peace throughout the world, including Syria, and Russia-U.S. relations. President Trump accepted President Putin's congratulations on his election victory in November. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. Later, he had a telephone conversation with President François Hollande of France to discuss France-U.S. cooperation on a range of issues, especially on counterterrorism and security,

the importance of all NATO allies sharing the burden on defense spending, and combined efforts to eliminate ISIS in Iraq and Syria. President Trump expressed his condolences for the loss of life in terrorist attacks in France over the past 2 years.

Later in the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Malcolm B. Turnbull of Australia to discuss Australia-U.S. relations.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President received updates from his national security team on the status of a U.S. counterterrorism operation in Yemen. Later, he was briefed by Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis on the outcome of the operation, the death of Chief Petty Officer William "Ryan" Owens, USN, who was killed during the U.S. counterterrorism raid on a suspected Al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula terrorist organization site in al-Bayda Province, and the injury of other U.S. servicemembers.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to the White House on February 10.

January 29

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to discuss Saudi Arabia-U.S. relations, the importance of strengthening joint efforts to fight terrorism and address challenges to regional peace and security, including the conflicts in Syria and Yemen through the enforcement of safe zones, strong continued implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran, and economic reform in Saudi Arabia. Then, he had a telephone conversation with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces to discuss areas of cooperation, including the fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization and joint efforts to address the conflict in Yemen and elsewhere in the region as well enforce safe zones for the refugees displaced by such conflicts. Later, in the Family Theater, he hosted a screening of the film "Finding Dory" for family, staff members, and their children.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Acting President Hwang Kyo-ahn of South Korea to discuss South Korea-U.S. relations alliance, the ironclad U.S. commitment to South Korea's security, the need to strengthen joint defense capabilities against the North Korean threat, and Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis's upcoming visit to South Korea.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

January 30

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President signed an Executive order reducing Federal regulation and controlling regulatory costs. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus. Also in the morning, he had a telephone conversation with Director of Central Intelligence Michael R. Pompeo.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Director of the Domestic Policy Council Andrew P. Bremberg. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Presidential personnel to discuss policy priorities.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with staff from the National Economic Council. Also in the afternoon, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada to offer his condolences for the loss of life and injuries resulting

from the shootings at the Islamic Cultural Center of Quebec mosque in Quebec City, Canada, on January 29.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced that the President will meet with King Abdullah II of Jordan on February 2.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to the White House on February 15.

The President announced his intention to nominate Elaine C. Duke to be Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security.

The President announced the appointment of Thomas D. Homan of Virginia as Acting Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security and Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The President announced that he had relieved Acting Attorney General Sally Quillian Yates of her duties.

The President announced the appointment of Dana J. Boente as Acting Attorney General.

January 31

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with executives from the pharmaceutical industry. Vice President Michael R. Pence and Rep. Greg Walden, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, also attended. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with former Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani of New York City.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Carryn Owens, wife of Chief Petty Officer William "Ryan" Owens, USN, who was killed during the U.S. counterterrorism raid on a suspected Al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula terrorist organization site in al-Bayda Province, Yemen, on January 29.

The President announced his intention to nominate Rod J. Rosenstein to be Deputy Attorney General.

The President announced his intention to nominate Rachel L. Brand to be Associate Attorney General.

The President announced his intention to nominate Steven A. Engel to be an Assistant Attorney General for Legal Counsel.

The President announced the nomination of Neil M. Gorsuch to be Associate Justice of the

U.S. Supreme Court.

February 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Later, in the Oval Office, he participated in a legislative affairs strategy session.

Later in the afternoon, the President, his daughter Ivanka, and National Security Adviser Michael T. Flynn traveled to Dover Air Force Base, DE, to witness the arrival of remains of Chief Petty Officer William "Ryan" Owens, USN, who was killed during a U.S. counterterrorism raid on a suspected Al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula terrorist organization site in al-Bayda Province, Yemen, on January 28. Sen. Christopher Coons also attended.

In the evening, the President, his daughter Ivanka, and National Security Adviser Flynn returned to Washington, DC.

The President declared a major disaster in South Dakota and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from 24 through 26.

February 2

In the morning, on the margins of the National Prayer Breakfast at the Washington Hilton Hotel, in the International Ballroom, the President met with King Abdullah II of Jordan to emphasize the ongoing U.S. commitment to Jordan's stability, security, and prosperity, highlight Jordan's critical contributions to defeating the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization, and discuss the possibility of establishing safe zones in Syria.

Later in the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus. Then, also in the Oval Office, he participated in a legislative affairs strategy session. Later, in the Roosevelt Room, he met with Sens. Orrin G. Hatch and Ron Wyden, chairman and ranking member, Senate Finance Committee, and Reps. Kevin Brady and Richard E. Neal, chairman and ranking member, House Committee on Ways and Means. Vice President Michael R. Pence and Secretary of Commerce-designate Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., also attended.

In the afternoon, on the South Lawn, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence greeted executives from Harley-Davidson, Inc., and union representatives.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also signed a proclamation declaring February as National African American History Month.

February 3

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with National Security Adviser Michael T. Flynn. Also in the afternoon, in the Diplomatic Reception Room, he recorded an interview with Bill O'Reilly of Fox News for later broadcast. Later, he traveled to Palm Beach, FL. Upon arrival, he traveled to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, where he remained overnight.

February 4

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni of Italy to discuss Italy-U.S. relations, the situation in Libya, the influx of migrants and refugees into Europe, the ongoing U.S. commitment to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and the importance of all NATO allies sharing the monetary burden of collective defense. The leaders agreed to continue close cooperation on efforts to eliminate the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization and other terrorist organizations. President Trump agreed to attend the Group of Seven (G–7) nations summit in Taormina, Italy, in May. Then, he had a telephone

conversation with President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine to discuss the situation in eastern Ukraine, including Russia's ongoing incursion into sovereign Ukrainian territory and renewed political violence in that region.

In the evening, in the Grand Ballroom at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President and Mrs.

Trump attended the 60th Annual Red Cross Gala fundraiser. Later, they returned to their residence, where they remained overnight.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Taormina, Italy, in May.

February 5

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he had a telephone conversation with North Atlantic Treaty Organization Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to discuss continued strong U.S. support for NATO, encourage all NATO allies to meet their defense spending commitments, and review the potential for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister S. William English of New Zealand to discuss New Zealand-U.S. relations, note issues of regional concern, including challenges to peace and security, and review the U.S. commitment to engagement with Asia.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Trump International Golf Club West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach, FL, where they viewed a performance by the Palm Beach Central High School marching band in progress. Then, in the ballroom, they watched Super Bowl LI on television. White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus and his family also attended. Later, he and Mrs. Trump returned to their residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, where they remained overnight.

Also during the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

February 6

In the morning, the President traveled to MacDill Air Force Base, FL, where he was briefed by leaders of U.S. Special Operations and Central Commands.

In the afternoon, in the U.S. Central Command dining room, the President had lunch with enlisted U.S. servicemembers stationed at MacDill Air Force Base. Later, he met with Gov.

Richard L. Scott of Florida. Then, he returned to Washington, DC. During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend the Inauguration Jovenel Moïse as President of Haiti in Port-au- Prince, Haiti, on February 7: Thomas A. Shannon, Jr. (head of delegation); Peter F. Mulrean; Omarosa O. Manigault; and Kenneth Merten.

February 7

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in the Roosevelt Room, he hosted a listening session with Department of Veterans Affairs officials.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Rep. Jason Chaffetz. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

Later in the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy Brey of Spain to discuss Spain-U.S. cooperation across a range of mutual interests, including efforts to eliminate the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization, reiterate the U.S. commitment to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and emphasize the importance of all NATO allies sharing the burden of defense spending. Then, he had a telephone conversation with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to discuss Turkey-U.S. relations and their shared commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms, reiterate U.S. support to Turkey as a strategic partner and NATO ally, and commend Turkey's contributions in the campaign against ISIS. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with young officers from the Special Forces Qualification Course to thank them for their service and dedication.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Tomi Lahren of the TheBlaze to discuss her recent media coverage of the administration.

The White House announced further details on the visit of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to the White House on February 10 and the President's residence at Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, from February 10 through 12.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel on February 15.

February 8

In the morning, in the Roosevelt Room at the JW Marriott Washington, DC, hotel, prior to his remarks addressing the Major Cities Chiefs Association winter meeting, the President met with Sandra Hutchens, sheriff-coroner, Orange County Sheriff's Department, CA, in her capacity as the president of the Major Counties Sheriffs' Association; and J. Thomas Manger, chief of police, Montgomery County, MD, Police Department, in his capacity as president of the Major Cities Chiefs Association. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a legislative affairs strategy session.

During the day, the President sent a letter to President Xi Jinping of China to thank President Xi for his congratulatory letter on the occasion of President Trump's Inauguration, wish him a happy Chinese New Year, and discuss China-U.S. relations.

Also during the day, in the State Dining Room, the President joined Vice President Michael

R. Pence's meeting with Frederick W. Smith, chairman and chief executive officer, FedEx

February 9

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he had a telephone conversation with President Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai of Afghanistan to discuss the ongoing importance of the Afghanistan-U.S. strategic partnership and continued U.S. support for the National Unity Government. Then, he had a telephone conversation with Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar to discuss close Qatar-U.S. defense cooperation and the joint commitment to defeat violent terrorists, evaluate the situation in Syria, including the importance of defeating the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization and establishing the conditions for a successful political transition, and commit to strengthen economic and investment cooperation as well as stopping terror financing streams throughout the region.

In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President hosted working lunch and listening session with U.S. Supreme Court advocacy organizations. Vice President Pence also attended. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Amir Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jabir al-Sabah of Kuwait to discuss the strong Kuwait-U.S. defense partnership, reaffirm their joint commitment to strengthen

cooperation against ISIS and other terrorist groups, and emphasize the importance of continued economic and educational cooperation. Then, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi of Iraq to discuss Iraq-U.S. security cooperation grounded in the strategic framework agreement, underscore U.S. support for the Iraqi people in our shared fight against ISIS, congratulate Iraqi military forces on their recent progress in stabilizing Mosul, Iraq, thank Prime Minister Abadi for his leadership, and express condolences for the many Iraqi lives lost in the counter-ISIS campaign.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to discuss the U.S. commitment to honoring a "one China" policy and China-U.S. relations.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Boaz Bismuth for the Israel Hayom newspaper.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada to the White House on February 13.

February 10

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan. Vice President Michael R. Pence, National Security Adviser Michael T. Flynn, White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer, and Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks; and Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso, Minister of Foreign Affairs Fumio Kishida, and Ambassador to the U.S. Kenichiro Sasae of Japan also attended. Later, in the State Dining Room, the President and Prime Minister Abe had a working lunch. Vice President Pence also attended.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Prime Minister Abe traveled to Joint Base Andrews, MD, where they were joined by Mrs. Trump and Akie Abe, wife of Prime Minister Abe. Chief Strategist Bannon and Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner and his wife Ivanka Trump accompanied the President and Prime Minister Abe. Then, they traveled to Palm Beach, FL. En route aboard Air Force One, the President joined Press Secretary Spicer's gaggle with reporters. Upon arrival, they traveled to the President's residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President and Mrs. Trump had dinner with Prime Minister Abe and Mrs. Abe. They remained at Mar-a-Lago overnight.

During the day, at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, the President met with Christopher Ruddy, president and chief executive officer, Newsmax Media, Inc.

The President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from January 13 through January 16.

February 11

In the morning, the President and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan traveled to Jupiter, FL, where at the Trump National Golf Club Jupiter, they played golf with South African golfer T. Ernest Els.

In the afternoon, the President and Prime Minister Abe traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where at the Trump International Golf Club West Palm Beach, they had lunch. Later, he traveled to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he had a telephone

conversation with President Juan Manuel Santos Calderon of Colombia to discuss Colombia-U.S. relations, reiterate U.S. support for Colombia's ongoing effort to make peace with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) insurgent group, express concern about the situation in Venezuela, and review the importance of promoting respect for democratic institutions and norms throughout the Western Hemisphere.

In the evening, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President received a briefing on North Korea's most recent ballistic missile launch into the Sea of Japan. Later, on the outdoor terrace of the Mar-a-Lago Club, he and Mrs. Trump hosted a dinner for Prime Minister Abe and his wife Akie Abe and their delegation. Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner and his wife Ivanka M. Trump also attended. Then, he received an update on the situation in North Korea.

Also in the evening, the President and Prime Minister Abe dropped in on the wedding reception of Nashville, TN, resident Vanessa Falk and her husband Carl Lindner IV, posed for photographs, offered a toast, and visited with wedding guests. Later, they returned to the President's residence at Mar-a-Lago Club, where they remained overnight.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The President declared a major disaster in Louisiana and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and straight-line winds on February 7.

February 12

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where at the Trump International Golf Club West Palm Beach, he played golf with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where met with Secretary of the Treasury–designate Steven T. Mnuchin. Later, also at the Mar-a-Lago Club, he met with Stephen A. Wynn, chairman and chief executive officer of Wynn Resorts, Ltd. Then, also at the Mar-a-Lago Club, he participated in a photographic opportunity with law enforcement officials.

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC. En route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Godard of Peru to discuss Peru-U.S. relations, the importance of fostering robust economic growth in both countries, and the situation in Venezuela.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

February 13

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he had a telephone conversation with President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria to discuss Nigeria-U.S. relations and areas of cooperation, including on shared security, economic, and governance priorities, and review the fight against the Boko Haram terrorist organization in Nigeria, among other terrorist threats in the region and worldwide. Then, he had a telephone conversation with President Jacob Zuma of South Africa to discuss South Africa-U.S. trade and security cooperation, including the fight against terrorism. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada. Then, also in the Oval Office, they and Vice President Michael R. Pence had an expanded bilateral meeting.

In the afternoon, in the State Dining Room, the President, Vice President Pence, and Prime Minister Trudeau had a working lunch. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and Cochair Robert Paduchik of the Republican National Committee.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a pinning ceremony for Maj. Ricardo Turner, one of his Military Aides, to recognize his promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Then, he had a telephone conversation with Maureen Scalia, wife of the late Associate Justice Antonin G. Scalia, to mark the first anniversary of her husband's death.

In the evening, the President requested and accepted the resignation of Michael T. Flynn as National Security Adviser.

The President announced the appointment of J. Keith Kellogg, Jr., as Acting National Security Adviser.

February 14

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Gov. Christopher

J. Christie of New Jersey and his wife Mary Pat to discuss the national opioid epidemic and efforts to reduce drug abuse.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly and Attorney General Jefferson B. Sessions III to discuss potential options for addressing national security threats in light of recent Federal court rulings on the status of Executive Order 13769 titled "Protecting the Nation From Foreign Terrorist Entry Into the United States." Vice President Pence and Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James B. Comey, Jr., also attended. Then, also in the Oval office, he met with Director Comey.

During the day, the President was kept apprised of the situation in Oroville, CA, where over 200,000 residents were evacuated in the wake of a potential flooding risk in areas surrounding the Lake Oroville Dam.

The White House announced that the President will travel to North Charleston, SC, on February 17.

The President declared a major disaster for the Hoopa Valley Tribe and ordered Federal aid to supplement the Tribe's recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm from January 3 through January 5.

The President declared a major disaster in California and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, and mudslides from January 3 through January 12.

The President declared an emergency in California and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from the potential failure of the emergency spillway at Lake Oroville Dam on February 7 and continuing.

February 15

In the afternoon, on the South Portico, the President and Mrs. Trump greeted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and his wife Sara. Then, in the Oval Office, he had a private meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, followed by an expanded bilateral meeting. Vice President Pence also attended. Later, in the Private Dining Room, they had a working lunch.

During their meetings, they discussed Israel-U.S. relations, ongoing security cooperation, the importance of defeating the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization and other regional threats, and a constructive approach to advancing the Middle East peace process.

Later in the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with President Mauricio Macri of Argentina to discuss Argentina-U.S. relations and the leadership role Argentina plays in the region. Then, in the Oval Office, he participated in a legislative affairs strategy session.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President and Mrs. Trump had dinner with Sen. Marco

A. Rubio and his wife Jeanette Dousdebes-Rubio.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also met with Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly to discuss plans to build a security wall on the southern U.S. border.

The White House released further details on the President's travel to North Charleston, SC, on February 17.

February 16

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Attorney General Jefferson B. Sessions III. Also in the afternoon, he had a telephone conversation with Secretary of Labor– designate R. Alexander Acosta.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also had a meeting with Paul

E. Singer, founder and president, Elliott Management, to discuss ways to strengthen the national economy.

The White House announced that the President will travel to West Palm Beach, FL, on February 17.

The President announced his intention to nominate R. Alexander Acosta to be Secretary of Labor.

February 17

In the morning, the President traveled to North Charleston, SC, arriving in the afternoon. White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Acting National Security Adviser J. Keith Kellogg, Jr., Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and his daughter Ivanka M. Trump and grandchildren Arabella R. and Joseph F. Kushner accompanied him.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the facilities of Boeing South Carolina, where he met with Dennis A. Muilenburg, chairman of the board, president, and chief executive officer, Boeing Company. Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and Chief Executive Officer Kevin McCallister, Vice President and Dreamliner Production General Manager Mark Jenna, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and the President's daughter Ivanka M. Trump also attended. Then, he toured the Boeing South Carolina production facility. Following his remarks, he toured the cockpit of the new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, accompanied by Mr. Kushner and Ms. Trump. Later, he traveled to Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Beji Caid Essebsi of Tunisia to discuss Tunisia-U.S. relations, including security cooperation and the terrorist threat in Tunisia. They also discussed Tunisia's transition to democracy and its success in achieving stability and security following the 2011 revolution.

Also during the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The President declared a major disaster in Nevada and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, and mudslides from January 5 through January 14.

February 18

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Melbourne, FL. Radio talk show host and author Laura Ingraham accompanied them.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, where they attended a gala fundraiser for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. During the event, he visited with former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney of Canada. Later, at their private residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, they remained overnight.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing, received internal briefings, and held senior staff meetings on strategy.

February 19

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where at the Trump International Golf Club West Palm Beach, he played golf with Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy, former Major League Baseball player Paul A. O'Neill, and Garry Singer, cofounder and chief executive officer, Clear Sports, LLC.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama to discuss Panama-U.S. relations and cooperation on key security issues, including transnational organized crime and counternarcotic efforts, and review the situation in Venezuela, including the importance of encouraging respect for democratic norms and processes. He also had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Keith C. Rowley of Trinidad and Tobago to discuss Trinidad and Tobago–U.S. relations and close coordination in the fight against terrorism and transnational organized crime.

Also during the day, the President conducted interviews with Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, USA, John R. Bolton, Robert L. Caslen, Jr., and J. Keith Kellogg, Jr., all named as potential candidates for the National Security Adviser position. He also met with Secretary of Health and Human Services Thomas E. Price, Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney, White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator-designate Seema Verma, and senior members of his domestic policy team to discuss health insurance reforms.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

February 20

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Vice President Michael R. Pence.

In the afternoon, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President met with Palm Beach County, FL, Sheriff Ric L. Bradshaw to discuss issues of homeland security. Later, also at the Mar-a-Lago Club, he stopped by a luncheon fundraiser for people with special needs. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening. National Security Adviser Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, USA, the President's daughter Ivanka M. Trump, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and their children accompanied him.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The President announced the appointment of Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, USA, as National Security Adviser.

February 21

In the morning, at the National Museum of African American History, the President toured museum exhibits with his daughter Ivanka M. Trump, White House Office of Public Liaison Communications Director Omarosa O. Manigault, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution David

J. Skorton, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Chair David M. Rubenstein, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development–designate Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., and his wife Lacena "Candy" Carson, Sen. Tim Scott, and Alveda King, the niece of Martin Luther King, Jr. Museum Director Lonnie G. Bunch led the tour. While at the museum, he recorded an interview with Craig Melvin of NBC News for later broadcast. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with real estate investor and Colony Capital Founder and Chief Executive Officer Thomas J. Barrack, Jr. Later, in the Situation Room, he was briefed by members of the National Security Council staff.

In the evening, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael

R. Pence had dinner.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Gov. John R. Kasich of Ohio to the White House on February 24.

February 22

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a legislative affairs strategy session.

February 23

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada to discuss Canada-U.S. relations and the importance of working closely together on cross-border issues, including implementation of actions to protect the U.S. from terrorist attacks by foreign nationals and others.

In the evening, at the Ritz-Carlton hotel, the President attended a dinner hosted by the Business Council and participated in a conversation with business leaders moderated by Business Council Chairman Henry R. Kravis.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Steve Holland of Reuters.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Godard of Peru to the White House on February 24.

February 24

In the morning, the President traveled to National Harbor, MD.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Gov. John R. Kasich of Ohio. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Godard of Peru to discuss ways to deepen close Peru-U.S. collaboration, underscore the continued U.S. commitment

to expanding trade and investment ties with Peru and others in the Asia-Pacific region, reiterate the shared responsibility in the fight against transnational organized crime, and evaluate shared concerns about the political and economic situation in Venezuela and the need for collaboration among leaders in the Western Hemisphere to preserve democratic institutions in that country.

The President declared a major disaster in Kansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm from January 13 through January 16.

February 25

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had a working lunch with Gov. Scott K. Walker of Wisconsin and Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida to discuss health insurance reforms, with a special emphasis on the States' role in health care.

In the evening, at the BLT Steakhouse restaurant in the Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C., the President had dinner with his daughter Ivanka, her husband White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Gov. Scott, and former U.K. Independence Party leader Nigel Farage. While at the restaurant, he greeted Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and his wife Renda.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced that the President will not be attending the 2017 White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

February 26

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

February 27

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had a working lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence and U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Nikki Randhawa Haley. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan and Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell. Vice President Pence also attended. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with presidents and chancellors of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, who were at the White House to attend a listening session hosted by the White House Domestic Policy Council.

In the evening, in the State Dining Room, the President hosted a dinner for regional press affiliates.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing. In the East Room, he also recorded an interview with Steve Doocy, Ainsley Earhardt, and Brian Kilmeade of Fox News' "Fox & Friends" program for later broadcast. Following the interview, he led the anchors on a tour of the White House and paid a visit to Mrs. Trump's office. In the Oval Office, he recorded an interview with Matthew Boyle of Breitbart News Network LLC for later online broadcast.

The White House announced that the President will travel to the aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford in Newport News, VA, on March 2.

February 28

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in the East Room, he met with the National Association of Attorneys General. Vice President Michael

R. Pence also attended.

In the afternoon, in the State Dining Room, the President had lunch with anchors of several news networks. Later, in the Oval Office, he visited with guests attending his first address to a Joint Session of Congress later that evening.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Orlando, FL, and West Palm Beach, FL, on March 3.

March 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President had a working lunch with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan, Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell, House Majority Leader Kevin O. McCarthy, Rep. Steve Scalise, and Sens. John Cornyn, Cory S. Gardner, and David A. Perdue, Jr. Vice President Michael R. Pence, White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, and Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon also attended. Later, in the Oval Office, he participated in a legislative affairs strategy session.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had dinner with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President met with Harvey R. Levin, founder of the celebrity news website TMZ, to discuss future interview opportunities.

March 2

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he traveled to Langley Air Force Base, VA, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Newport News, VA, where aboard the aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford, he participated in an operations briefing, followed by a leadership meeting in the commanding officer's import cabin. Then, still aboard the Gerald R. Ford, he toured ship facilities, including the Combat Direction Center. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

March 3

In the morning, the President traveled to Orlando, FL, arriving in the afternoon. Secretary of Education Elisabeth P. DeVos, Sen. Marco A. Rubio, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and his daughter Ivanka M. Trump and grandchildren Arabella R. and Joseph F. Kushner accompanied him.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to St. Andrew Catholic School, where he participated in a meet-and-greet with school staff and families, followed by a tour of school facilities led by principal Latrina Peters-Gibson, including a fourth-grade classroom. Secretary DeVos, Sen.

Rubio, Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida, and Mr. Kushner and his wife Ivanka also attended. Later, he traveled to Palm Beach, FL. Upon arrival, he traveled to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, where he attended the Republican National Committee's spring retreat dinner. Later, he returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, where he remained overnight.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to the White House on March 14.

March 4

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he received a briefing from National Security Council staff.

In the evening, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President met with Attorney General Jefferson

B. Sessions III and Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly. Later, also at the Mar-a-Lago Club, they had dinner with Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and his wife Hilary, White House Counsel Donald F. McGahn II, Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, and Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller. He remained at his Mar-a-Lago Club residence overnight.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

March 5

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening. Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, and Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, his wife Ivanka M. Trump, and their children Arabella R. and Joseph F. Kushner accompanied him.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also met with Christopher Ruddy, president and chief executive officer, Newsmax Media, Inc.

March 6

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Also in the morning, he signed an Executive order protecting the Nation from foreign terrorist entry into U.S. and a memorandum on implementing heightened screening and vetting of applicants for U.S. visas and other immigration benefits.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission Ajit V. Pai.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with his National Economic Council. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin. Vice President Pence also attended.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had dinner with Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney and Secretary of Health and Human Services Thomas E. Price.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to discuss the need to counter continuing threats and challenges facing the Middle East region. The Prime Minister thanked the President for his comments condemning anti-Semitism at the beginning of his February 28 address before a Joint Session of Congress.

Also during the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan and Acting President Hwang Kyo-ahn of South Korea to discuss North Korea's launch of ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan in violation of multiple U.N. Security Council resolutions, reiterate the ironclad U.S. commitment to stand with Japan and South Korea

in the face of the serious threat posed by North Korea, and emphasize efforts to further enhance

U.S. military capabilities to deter and defend against North Korea's ballistic missiles.

The President announced the appointment of Michael Dubke as White House Communications Director.

The President announced the appointment of Andrew Giuliani as Associate Director for the Office of Public Liaison

The President announced the appointment of Jennifer Korn as Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Director for the Office of Public Liaison.

The President announced the appointment of Stephen Munisteri as Deputy Assistant to the President and Deputy Director for the Office of Public Liaison.

The President announced the appointment of George Sifakis as Director for the Office of Public Liaison.

March 7

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya to discuss Kenya-U.S. relations and economic partnership, review their mutual commitment to overcoming terrorism and other regional security challenges through close cooperation, including Kenya's significant contributions to the African Union Mission in Somalia and Kenyan troops' sacrifices in the fight against al-Shabaab, and evaluate ways to boost bilateral trade and investment in Kenya and the broader East Africa region. Then, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing. Also in the morning, outside the East Room, he surprised a group of visitors participating in the first White House tour to be scheduled during his Presidency and personally greeted Birmingham, AL, resident Jack Cornish.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Sen. Lindsey

O. Graham to discuss the confirmation process for Supreme Court Associate Justice–designate Neil M. Gorsuch. Later, in the Oval Office, he led a policy discussion on immigration reform with Sens. Thomas B. Cotton and David A. Perdue, Jr., and members of the White House senior staff.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with AFL–CIO President Richard L. Trumka to discuss the importance of investing in national infrastructure and renegotiating trade agreements such as the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with representatives from the Boy Scouts of America organization.

The President announced his intention to nominate Courtney Simmons Elwood to be General Counsel for the Central Intelligence Agency.

The President announced his intention to nominate Noel J. Francisco to be U.S. Solicitor General.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffrey A. Rosen to be Deputy Secretary of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to nominate John J. Sullivan to be General Counsel at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ajit V. Pai to be a member of the Federal Communications Commission.

The President announced his intention to appoint Tony E. Sayegh, Jr., as Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced the appointment of Greg Katsas and Makan Delrahim as Deputies Counsel to the President.

The President announced the appointment of Annie Donaldson as Deputy Assistant to the President, Special Counsel to the President, and Chief of Staff to the White House Counsel.

The President announced the appointment of John Eisenberg as Deputy Assistant to the President, National Security Council Legal Adviser, and Deputy Counsel to the President for National Security Affairs.

The President announced the appointment of Jim Carroll as Senior Counsel to the President. The President announced the appointment of the following individuals as Associates

Counsel to the President: Stacy Cline Amin; John Bash; Jed Doty; Daniel Epstein; Chris Grieco; Rob Luther; Mike McGinley; John Moran; David Morrell; Claire Murray; Brian Rabbitt; Schuyler Schouten; John Walk.

The President announced the appointment of Rene Augustine, James Burnham, and Michael Ellis as Senior Associates Counsel to the President.

The President announced the appointment of Stuart McCommas as Deputy Associate Counsel to the President.

March 8

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Laurene Powell Jobs, founder and president of Emerson Collective, to discuss education and immigration policy.

In the afternoon, in the Cabinet Room, the President hosted a strategic affairs lunch with private sector leaders to discuss national infrastructure investment and improvements. Vice President Michael R. Pence, Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao, Secretary of Energy J. Richard Perry, and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator E. Scott Pruitt also attended. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Rep. Elijah E. Cummings to discuss rising prescription drug prices and efforts to reform the Food and Drug Administration. Secretary of Health and Human Services Thomas E. Price, Rep. Peter F. Welch, and Redonda G. Miller, president of the Johns Hopkins Hospital, also attended. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of the Interior Ryan K. Zinke and Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Daniel S. Sullivan to discuss policy priorities at the Department of the Interior and Federal land holdings in Alaska. Then, in the Roosevelt Room, he met with conservative leaders to discuss health care reform efforts: David McIntosh, president, Club for Growth; James W. DeMint, president, Heritage Foundation; Tim Phillips, president, Americans for Prosperity; Adam Brandon, president, FreedomWorks; Michael

A. Needham, chief executive officer, Heritage Action; and Jenny Beth Martin, cofounder and national coordinator, Tea Party Patriots.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President and Mrs. Trump had dinner with Sen. Edward

R. "Ted" Cruz, his wife Heidi, and their daughters Catherine and Caroline.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Enda Kenny of Ireland on March 16.

The White House announced that the President and Mrs. Trump will host the annual White House Easter Egg Roll on April 17.

March 9

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President had a legislative affairs lunch regarding the Federal budget. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with former Secretary of Commerce Peter G. Peterson. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly and Director of Central Intelligence Michael R. Pompeo. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. Then, in the East Room, he made remarks to participants in the

U.S. Senate Youth Program. Vice President Pence also attended.

March 10

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority to discuss ways to advance peace throughout the Middle East region, including a comprehensive agreement that would end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. President Trump underscored that such a peace agreement must be negotiated directly between the two parties and that the United States will work closely with Palestinian and Israeli leadership to make progress toward that goal. Then, in the Presidential Dining Room, he had lunch with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Benjamin S. Carson, Sr.

In the evening, the President was briefed on the U.S. Secret Service's apprehension of a man who entered the White House grounds by climbing the fence on the east side of the property.

The President announced his intention to nominate Scott Gottlieb of Connecticut to be Commissioner of Food and Drugs at the Department of Health and Human Services.

March 11

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Potomac Falls, VA, where at the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., he had a working lunch with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold

R. "Reince" Priebus, Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer, Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin and his fiancée Louise Linton, Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and his wife Hilary Geary, and Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin and his wife Merle Bari. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

March 12

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

March 13

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael

R. Pence and Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had dinner with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Also in the evening, in the Oval Office, he met with Mayor Muriel E. Bowser of Washington, DC, and Paul J. Wiedefeld, general manager and chief executive officer of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, to discuss preparations for the severe winter storm heading for mid-Atlantic and northeastern States. Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas Bossert also attended.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to postpone the Chancellor's planned visit to the White House on March 14 due to

inclement weather in the northeast region of the United States and reschedule the meeting for March 17.

The White House announced that the scheduled visit of Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to the White House on March 14 had been postponed until March 17.

The White House announced further details on the scheduled visit of Prime Minister Enda Kenny of Ireland to the White House on March 16.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Deputy Crown Prince and Minister of Defense Muhammad bin Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia on March 16.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Ypsilanti, MI, on March 15. The White House announced that the President will travel to Nashville, TN, on March 15. The White House announced that the President will travel to Palm Beach, FL, on March 17.

March 14

In the afternoon, in the Old Family Dining Room, the President had lunch with Deputy Crown Prince and Minister of Defense Muhammad bin Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to discuss Saudi Arabia-U.S. relations, bilateral trade and investment ties, and security cooperation, note the importance of confronting Iran's destabilizing regional activities while continuing to evaluate and strictly enforce the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, and review multilateral efforts to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization and other transnational terrorist organizations that pose a threat to all nations. The President expressed his strong desire to achieve a comprehensive, just, and lasting settlement to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Secretary of Health and Human Services Thomas E. Price and Joseph R. Swedish, chief executive officer of Anthem, Inc. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan and House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy to discuss health insurance reforms.

The President announced his intention to nominate James Donovan to be Deputy Secretary of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate J. Christopher Giancarlo to be Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Eric D. Hargan to be Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Adam Lerrick to be Deputy Under Secretary of the Treasury for International Finance and, upon confirmation, to be designated Assistant Secretary for International Finance at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate Andrew K. Maloney to be Deputy Under Secretary of the Treasury for Legislative Affairs and, upon confirmation, to be designated Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate David Malpass to be Under Secretary for International Affairs at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate Sigal Mandelker to be Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brent J. McIntosh to be General Counsel at the Department of the Treasury.

March 15

In the morning, the President traveled to Ypsilanti Township, MI, arriving in the afternoon.

Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao and Sens. A. Lamar Alexander, Jr., and Robert P. Corker, Jr., accompanied him.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the American Center for Mobility at Willow Run in Ypsilanti Township, MI, where he toured a display of U.S.-manufactured vehicles and participated in a photographic opportunity with Gov. Richard D. Snyder of Michigan. While at the American Center for Mobility, he recorded an interview with Tucker Carlson of Fox News for later broadcast. Also in the afternoon, he met with Mayor Karen Williams Weaver of Flint, MI.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Nashville, TN. En route aboard Air Force One, he recorded an interview with Jesse Watters of Fox News for later broadcast. Upon arrival in Nashville, he traveled to former President Andrew Jackson's childhood home, toured the house, and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony to commemorate his 250th birthday.

In the evening, the President traveled to Nashville, TN. Later, he returned to Washington, DC. En route aboard Air Force One, he spoke briefly to White House press pool reporters and answered questions.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

March 16

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Prime Minister Enda Kenny of Ireland to discuss Ireland-U.S. relations and trade ties, the United Kingdom's decision to the leave the European Union, and the importance of Northern Ireland's political parties finding a way forward on a shared regional government in order to sustain the peace process launched by the Good Friday agreement. Vice President Michael R. Pence, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus; and Ireland's Ambassador to the U.S. Anne C. Anderson, the Prime Minister's Chief of Staff Mark Kennelly, Secretary General to the Irish Government Martin Fraser, Irish Embassy Charge d'affaires Reece Smyth and Deputy Head of Mission Michael Lonergan, Department of Taoiseach Assistant Secretary John Callinan, and Special Adviser Paul O'Brien also attended.

In the afternoon, on the South Lawn and in the Diplomatic Reception Room, the President and Mrs. Trump welcomed Prime Minister Kenny and his wife Fionnuala.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Palm Beach, FL, on March 17.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Graz, Schladming, and Ramsau, Austria, on March 17 and 18: Karen Pence (head of delegation); Eugene Young; Charles Glazer; Katherine Henderson; Crissy Haslam; and Loretta Claiborne.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert Daigle to be Director of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation (CAPE) at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Elaine McCusker to be Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller).

The President announced his intention to nominate David L. Norquist to be Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller)

The President announced his intention to nominate Kenneth P. Rapuano to be Assistant Secretary for Homeland Defense and Global Security at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Patrick M. Shanahan to be Deputy Secretary of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate David J. Trachtenberg to be Principal Deputy Under Secretary for Policy at the Department of Defense.

The President declared a major disaster in California and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, and mudslides from January 18 through January 23.

March 17

In the morning, on the West Wing Portico, the President welcomed Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany, followed by private and expanded bilateral meetings in the Oval Office. Vice President Pence; and Germany's Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Wittig and the Chancellor's spokesman Steffen Seibert, foreign policy adviser Christoph Heusgen, economic adviser Lars- Hendrik Roeller, sherpa Gesa Miehe-Nordmeyer, and office manager Bernhard Kotsch also attended.

In the afternoon, in the State Dining Room, the President and Chancellor Merkel had a working lunch. Vice President Pence also attended. Later, he, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron traveled to Palm Beach, FL, arriving in the evening. Mrs. Trump's parents Viktor Knavs and Amalija Knavs accompanied them.

In the evening, the President, Mrs. Trump, their son Barron, and Mr. and Mrs. Knavs traveled to the President's residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, where they remained overnight.

During the day, the President had an intelligence briefing.

March 18

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL, where he had meetings on veterans and military affairs and played golf.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he had an intelligence briefing. Then, he had a telephone conversation with President Michel Miguel Elias Temer Lulia of Brazil to discuss Brazil-U.S. relations, U.S. support for economic growth in Brazil, and the importance of encouraging respect for democratic and humanitarian rights in Venezuela.

In the evening, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President and Mrs. Trump had dinner with Isaac Perlmutter, chief executive officer of Marvel Entertainment, LLC, and his wife Laurie. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. He remained overnight at his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club.

During the day, the President met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster to discuss the situation in North Korea. He also visited with a group of supporters whom he'd greeted en route to Mar-a-Lago from the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, and posed for photographs.

March 19

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL, where he took phone calls and meetings on health insurance reform efforts, North Korea, and military affairs.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he had a telephone conversation with President Michelle Bachelet Jeria of Chile to discuss Chile-U.S. relations, including close cooperation on trade and security issues, and review the situation in Venezuela.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to West Palm Beach International Airport, where, before boarding Air Force One, he posed for pictures with several members of the military. Then, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening. He was accompanied by Robert K. Kraft, chairman and chief executive officer of Kraft Group. En route aboard Air Force One, he visited briefly with reporters from the White House press pool.

March 20

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with William H. Gates III, founder, technology adviser, and board member, Microsoft Corp., to discuss global health programs, domestic education, and other areas in which the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has been active. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Health and Human Services Thomas E. Price, Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan, and Ezekiel J. Emanuel, vice provost for global initiatives and chair of the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy, University of Pennsylvania. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President and Vice President Pence had lunch. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Later, in the West Wing Lobby, he welcomed Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi of Iraq, followed by a meeting in the Oval Office. Vice President Pence also attended.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Louisville, KY, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President traveled to Freedom Hall, where he delivered remarks and recorded separate interviews with Lawrence Smith of WDRB News in Louisville, KY, and Tricia Macke of Fox19 WXIX in Cincinnati, OH, both for later broadcast. Later, he returned to Washington, DC. Gov. Matthew G. Bevin of Kentucky accompanied him.

The President announced his intention to nominate David J. Glawe to be Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President also announced the designation of Robert P. Hayes as Acting Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis at the Department of Homeland Security.

March 21

In the morning, at the U.S. Capitol the President met with members of the House Republican Conference. Secretary of Health and Human Services Thomas E. Price, Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney, White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Deputy Chief of Staff for Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Rick Dearborn, Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short, Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer, and Director of Oval Office Operations Keith Schiller, Counselor Kellyanne Conway, and National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn also attended. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President hosted a group meeting on legislative affairs. Vice President Michael R. Pence, Chief of Staff Priebus, Deputy Chief of Staff Dearborn, Director Short, and several Members of Congress attended.

During the day, the President received a briefing from Devin G. Nunes, chairman of the House Permanent Select Intelligence Committee, to discuss allegations that the intelligence community had conducted surveillance on members of the Donald J. Trump election campaign and Presidential transition team.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Brussels, Belgium, for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization meeting on May 25.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ryan D. Newman to be General Counsel at the Department of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate Amul R. Thapar to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

The President announced the appointment of Benjamin Cassidy as Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced the appointment of Jonathan R. Hoffman as Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security.

March 22

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. He was also briefed on the attack at the Westminister Bridge and Parliament building in London, United Kingdom. Then, in the Cabinet Room, he hosted a group meeting on legislative affairs. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had dinner with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to offer his condolences for the terrorist attack in London, praise the effective response of security forces and first responders, and pledge U.S. cooperation and support in responding to the attack and bringing those responsible to justice.

Also during the day, the President participated in a telephone interview with Michael Scherer of Time magazine.

The President declared a major disaster in Wyoming and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and straight-line winds on February 6 and 7.

March 23

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in the Cabinet Room, he met with the House Freedom Caucus to discuss efforts to repeal and replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and review the common goal to implement a system that will drive down costs and increase access to health care for millions of Americans.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin and Nelson Peltz, chief executive officer and founding partner of Trian Fund Management, L.P.

Later in the afternoon, in the Cabinet Room, the President met with members of the Tuesday Group of moderate Republicans to discuss health insurance reform efforts. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen of Denmark to the White House on March 30.

The President announced his intention to nominate Althea H. Coetzee to be Deputy Administrator of the Small Business Administration.

The President announced his intention to nominate William F. Hagerty IV to be Ambassador to Japan.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert L. Sumwalt III to be a member of the National Transportation Safety Board.

March 24

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with the National Economic Council. In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Speaker of the House of

Representatives Paul D. Ryan to discuss the failure of H.R. 1628, the American Health Care Act

of 2017 to garner enough votes to pass the House of Representatives. Later, in the Presidential Dining Room, he had lunch with Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin. Speaker Ryan also attended. Also in the afternoon, he had a telephone conversation with Speaker Ryan to discuss his recommendation to withdrawal H.R. 1628 from consideration. Later, he had separate telephone conversations with Robert Costa of the Washington Post and Maggie Haberman of the New York Times to discuss the failure of H.R. 1628.

March 25

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA, where he held meetings.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, at the Trump International Hotel, Washington D.C., the President had dinner with his daughter Ivanka M. Trump and her husband, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner.

During the day, the President spoke with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan.

March 26

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA, where he held meetings.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President spoke with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan.

March 27

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence and Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

The President announced his intention to nominate Makan Delrahim to be Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust at the Department of Justice.

The President declared a major disaster in Nevada and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, and mudslides from February 5 through 22.

March 28

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Secretary of Defense James

N. Mattis to get an update on the situation in Iraq.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to congratulate her on the outcome of the March 26 state election in Saarland. They also discussed Chancellor Merkel's March 17 visit to the White House and the upcoming Group of Twenty (G–20) summit in Hamburg, Germany, on July 7 and 8. Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to congratulate him on the outcome of India's recent state-level elections and express his support for Prime Minister Modi's economic reform agenda.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt to the White House on April 3.

March 29

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Haider al- Abadi of Iraq to thank him for his March 20 visit to the White House, commend his leadership, and discuss Iraq-U.S. political, economic, and security cooperation, including military operations against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in Mosul.

March 30

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin.

In the afternoon, in the Cabinet Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence met with Prime Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen of Denmark.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Xi Jinping of China to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, on April 6 and 7.

The President announced his intention to nominate John Ullyot to be Assistant Secretary for Public and Intergovernmental Affairs at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kevin K. McAleenan to be Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mira Radielovic Ricardel to be Under Secretary for Export Administration at the Department of Commerce.

March 31

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with National Institutes of Health Director Francis S. Collins. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Office of Management and Budget Director John M. "Mick" Mulvaney.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Gov. Nathan J. Deal of Georgia to discuss the I–85 bridge collapse in Atlanta, GA, on March 30 and offer emergency Federal assistance.

Also in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Lionel Barber, Demetri Sevastopulo, and Gillian Tett of the Financial Times.

The White House announced that the President will welcome King Abdullah II of Jordan to the White House on April 5.

The President announced his intention to nominate Carlos G. Muñiz to be General Counsel at the Department of Education.

April 1

The President declared a major disaster in California and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, and mudslides from February 1 through 23.

April 2

In the morning, the President and Sen. Randal H. Paul traveled to Potomac Falls, VA, where, at the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., they played golf with Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney.

In the afternoon, the President and Sen. Paul returned to Washington, DC.

April 3

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in the West Wing Entry Portico, he welcomed President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt.

In the afternoon, in the Cabinet Room, the President and President Elsisi had an expanded bilateral meeting. U.S. Vice President Michael R. Pence, Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina H. Powell, and Deputy National Security Adviser

K.T. McFarland; and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Hassan Shoukry, Minister of Finance Amr Elgarhy, Minister of Investment and International Cooperation Sahar Nasr, Presidential spokesman Alaa Yousef, and Ambassador to the U.S. Yasser Reda of Egypt also attended. Then, in the State Dining Room, they had a working lunch. During their meetings, they discussed ways to strengthen the Egypt-U.S. strategic partnership, renew U.S. support in Egypt's ongoing fight against terrorism and economic reform program, ending the detention of U.S. citizen Aya Hijazi by Egyptian authorities, and review the critical importance of advancing peace throughout the Middle East including in Libya, Syria, and Yemen and supporting the Israelis and Palestinians in moving toward a genuine and lasting peace.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Then, also in the Oval Office, he participated in an interview with Kristen Welker of NBC News.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Godard of Peru and President Juan Manuel Santos Calderon of Colombia to express his condolences for the tragic loss of life and devastation in their respective countries due to recent flooding and landslides and offer U.S. assistance. He also had a telephone conversation with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia to condemn the terrorist attack on a St.

Petersburg subway car, express his deepest condolences to the victims, their loved ones, and to the Russian people, and offer the U.S. support in responding to the attack and bringing those responsible to justice.

Also during the day, the President was briefed on the flooding and mudslides in Peru and Colombia and the terrorist attack in St. Petersburg, Russia.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Palm Beach, FL, on April 6.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Xi Jinping of China to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, on April 6.

The President announced his intention to nominate Dan R. Brouillette to be Deputy Secretary of Energy.

April 4

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing, during which he was informed of the chemical weapons attack on the town of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib Province, Syria.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency E. Scott Pruitt. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Benjamin S. Carson, Sr.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Rep. Dana T. Rohrabacher.

Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Gov. Ralph Deleon Guerrero Torres of the Northern Mariana Islands.

The White House announced further details on the visit of President Xi Jinping of China to the President's residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, on April 6.

The President announced his intention to nominate Heath P. Tarbert to be Assistant Secretary for International Markets and Development at the Department of the Treasury.

April 5

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Glenn Thrush and Maggie Haberman of the New York Times. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing. Then, he had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to discuss the conflict in eastern Ukraine and the situation in Afghanistan. Later, in the West Wing Entry Portico, he and Mrs. Trump welcomed King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President had restricted meeting with King Abdullah, followed by an expanded bilateral meeting in the Cabinet Room. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. Later, in the State Dining Room, he and King Abdullah had a working lunch. Vice President Pence also attended. Also in the afternoon, the President met with members of his National Security Council to review intelligence on the April 4 chemical weapons attack on the town of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib Province, Syria, and discuss options for an appropriate U.S. response.

Later in the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss North Korea's April 4 test launch of a ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, emphasize the strong U.S. stance with its allies Japan and South Korea in the face of the serious threat that North Korea continues to pose, and reiterate ongoing U.S. efforts to defend itself and its allies with the full range of its military capabilities.

April 6

In the morning, in the East Room, the President participated in a live interview with Pete Hegseth of Fox News' "Fox & Friends" program. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Palm Beach, FL. While en route aboard Air Force One, he convened a briefing with members of his national security team on board and others via secure videoconference to discuss options for an appropriate U.S. response to the April 4 chemical weapons attack on the town of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib Province, Syria. He also visited the press cabin and took questions from reporters. Upon arrival, they traveled to their residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club. Later, in a secure location at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President received a briefing on a U.S. military strike on Syria from his national security team, including a video teleconference with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina H. Powell, Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer, and other advisers also attended.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump welcomed President Xi Jinping of China and his wife Peng Liyuan.

In the evening, in the formal dining room at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President and Mrs.

Trump had dinner with President Xi and Mrs. Peng. Secretary Ross, Chief of Staff Priebus, Senior Adviser Kushner, Chief Strategist Bannon, and Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump also attended. At the conclusion of the dinner, the President informed President Xi of the

U.S. airstrike on the Syrian Government–controlled Shayrat airbase near Homs, Syria.

Later in the evening, the President returned to the secure location at the Mar-a-Lago Club, where he received an update on the U.S. airstrike in Syria and initial assessment of the effectiveness of the strike from Secretary Tillerson, Secretary Mattis, Chairman Dunford, and other members of the national security team. He and Mrs. Trump remained overnight at their residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club.

The White House announced that the President will welcome North Atlantic Treaty Organization Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to the White House on April 12.

The President announced his intention to nominate Derek Kan to be Under Secretary for Policy at the Department of Transportation.

April 7

In the morning, the President received updates from his national security team on the effectiveness of the U.S. airstrike on the Syrian airfield.

In the afternoon, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President and President Xi took a walk in the gardens of the estate, followed by a working lunch. During their meetings, they discussed China-

U.S. relations, issues of trade policy and market access, and the urgency of the threat of North

Korea's weapons program. President Trump noted the importance of adherence to international norms in the East and South China Seas and previous statements on nonmilitarization as well as the importance of protecting human rights.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Acting President Hwang Kyo-ahn of South Korea to discuss April 4 chemical weapons attack on the town of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib Province, Syria, and the need for international unity in efforts to prevent further use of such weapons. The President thanked Acting President Hwang for supporting the

U.S. strike on Syria in response to this heinous attack and reiterated the strength of the South Korea-U.S. defense relationship in confronting North Korea's actions.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to reaffirm strong Saudi support for the U.S. military strike against the Sayrat airfield in Syria, which both leaders agreed was a necessary response to the chemical weapons attack on civilians, and discuss Saudi Arabia-U.S. relations.

The President announced his intention to nominate Vishal J. Amin to be Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator in the Executive Office of the President.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark E. Green to be Secretary of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kevin A. Hassett to be Chair of the Council of Economic Advisers.

The President announced his intention to nominate Stephen T. Parente to be an Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Neomi Rao to be the Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs at the Office of Management and Budget.

The President announced his intention to nominate Russell Vought to be Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget.

April 8

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss the April 4 chemical weapons attack on the town of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib Province, Syria, and the need for international unity in efforts to prevent further use of such weapons. The President thanked Prime Minister Abe for supporting the April 7 U.S. airstrike on the Syrian Government–controlled Shayrat airbase near Homs, Syria, in response to this heinous attack and reiterated the strength of the Japan-U.S. defense relationship in confronting North Korea's ongoing belligerent behavior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Lee F. Cissna to be Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

April 9

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening. En route aboard Air Force One, he had separate telephone conversations with Cmdr. Russell Caldwell and Cmdr. Andria Slough, commanding officers, respectively, of the USS Ross and USS Porter, whose personnel carried out the April 7 U.S. airstrike on the Syrian Government–controlled Shayrat airbase near Homs, Syria, to thank them and their crews for their quick response, professionalism, and effectiveness in carrying out the order.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt to offer his deepest condolences to Egypt and to the families who lost loved ones in the heinous terrorist attacks against Coptic Christian churches on Palm Sunday.

Also during the day, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Stefan Lofven of Sweden to express his condolences to the loved ones of those who were killed in the April 7 terrorist attack in central Stockholm, wish a speedy recovery to those who were wounded, and reaffirm the close Sweden-U.S. partnership in the fight against global terrorism.

April 10

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom and Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to discuss the

U.S. action in response to the Syrian regime's use of weapons of mass destruction against civilian men, women, and children in Idlib Province on April 4. Prime Minister May and Chancellor Merkel expressed support for the airstrike on the Shayrat airbase and agreed with President Trump on the importance of holding President Bashar al-Asad of Syria accountable.

The White House announced that the President will spend the Easter holiday weekend in Palm Beach, FL.

The President announced his intention to nominate Donald M. Benton to be Director of the

U.S. Selective Service System.

April 11

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster and National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn.

In the evening, in the State Dining Room, the President had a working dinner with senior military leaders. Later, he had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to follow up after President Xi's recent visit with President Trump at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL.

During the day, the President recorded an interview with Maria Bartiromo of Fox Business Network's "Mornings With Maria" program for later broadcast. He also participated in an interview with Michael Goodwin of the New York Post.

Also during the day, the President met with real estate investor and Colony Capital Founder and Chief Executive Officer Thomas J. Barrack, Jr., former chair of the President's Inaugural Committee.

The President announced his intention to nominate Marshall S. Billingslea to be Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate Gilbert B. Kaplan to be Under Secretary for International Trade at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate John M. Mitnick to be General Counsel at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to nominate John J. Sullivan to be Deputy Secretary of State and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources.

April 12

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Rep. Robert W. Goodlatte, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Gerald F. Seib and Carol E. Lee of the Wall Street Journal.

Also during the day, the President met with real estate investor and Colony Capital Founder and Chief Executive Officer Thomas J. Barrack, Jr., former chair of the President's Inaugural Committee.

The White House announced that the President and Mrs. Trump will welcome President Mauricio Macri of Argentina and his wife Juliana Awada to the White House on April 27.

April 13

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he signed H.J. Res. 43. Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services Administrator Seema Verma, Susan B. Anthony List President Marjorie Dannenfelser, and Concerned Women for America Chief Executive Officer and President Penny Young Nance also attended.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Palm Beach, FL, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President traveled to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

During the day, the President signed H.J. Res 67.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni of Italy to the White House on April 20.

April 14

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

During the day, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President met with former Presidents Álvaro Uribe Velez and Andrés Pastrana Arango of Colombia.

The President announced his intention to nominate E. Scott Garrett to be President of the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

The President announced his intention to nominate Spencer T. Bachus III to be a member of the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

April 15

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

April 16

In the morning, the President, Mrs. Trump, their son Barron, the President's daughter Tiffany and her boyfriend Ross Mechanic, and Mrs. Trump's parents Viktor and Amalija Knavs traveled to the Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea, where they attended an Easter Sunday service.

In the afternoon, the President, Mrs. Trump, their son Barron, Tiffany Trump, Mr. Mechanic, and Mr. and Mrs. Knavs returned to the President's residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, where they participated in Easter activities with other members of the President's extended family. Later, they, the President's son Donald J. Trump, Jr., daughter-in-law Vanessa Trump, and two of their children, and his son Eric F. Trump and daughter-in-law Lara Trump returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

April 17

In the morning, in the Blue Room, the President and Mrs. Trump hosted a breakfast reception for the annual White House Easter Egg Roll. Then, on the South Lawn, they participated in the Easter Egg Roll. During the Easter Egg Roll, also on the South Lawn, they participated in an interview with Ainsley Earhardt of Fox News' "Fox & Friends" program for later broadcast.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to congratulate him on his referendum victory and thank him for supporting the U.S. action in response to the Syrian Government's use of chemical weapons on April 4. They also discussed the importance of holding President Bashar al-Asad of Syria accountable, efforts to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization, and Turkey-U.S. counterterrorism cooperation.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Kenosha, WI, on April 18. The White House announced that the President will welcome the Super Bowl LI Champion

New England Patriots to the White House on April 19.

April 18

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Kenosha, WI, where he toured the Snap-on Inc. manufacturing facility and museum with Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Nicholas T. Pinchuk, Gov. Scott K. Walker of Wisconsin, Sen. Ronald H. Johnson, Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, and Secretary of Education Elisabeth P. DeVos. Then, in the Snap-on

Museum, he recorded an interview with Charles Benson of WTMJ in Milwaukee, WI, for later broadcast. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to discuss her plans to call a special election in June to strengthen her government's mandate while it negotiates the country's withdrawal from the European Union.

April 19

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the evening, in the Oval Office, the President visited with former Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska and musicians Theodore A. Nugent and his wife Shemane and Robert J. "Kid Rock" Ritchie and his fiancée Audrey Berry. During the visit, they had dinner, toured the White House, and participated in a photographic opportunity.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority to the White House on May 3.

The White House announced that the President will travel to New London, CT, on May 17 to deliver the commencement address at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.

April 20

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Later, also in the Oval Office, he had a meeting with Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni of Italy, followed by an expanded bilateral meeting in the Cabinet Room.

The White House announced that the President will travel to the Philippines to attend the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit and East Asia Summit (EAS) and Vietnam to attend the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders' summit in November.

The President announced his intention to appoint Holly Luong Ham as Assistant Secretary for Management at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate Scott P. Brown to be Ambassador to New Zealand.

April 21

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Aya Hijazi of Falls Church, VA, an Egyptian American aid worker who was released from captivity by the Egyptian Government on April 20 after being held in prison since May 2014 on charges of child abuse and human trafficking. Ms. Hijazi's brother Bazel Hijazi, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, and Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump also attended.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Later, at the Department of the Treasury, he met with Secretary of the Treasury Steven

T. Mnuchin. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Office of Management and Budget Director John M. "Mick" Mulvaney.

Also in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary-General António Manuel de Oliveira Guterres of the United Nations.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Julie Pace of the Associated Press and Josh Dawsey and Alex Isenstadt of Politico.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brett Giroir to be Assistant Secretary for Health at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Heather L. MacDougall to be a member of the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Elinore F. McCance-Katz to be Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Neal J. Rackleff to be Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to designate Philip A. Miscimarra as Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board.

The President declared a major disaster in Washington and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from January 30 through February 22.

The President declared a major disaster in Idaho and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms and flooding from February 5 through February 27.

The President declared a major disaster in Utah and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms and flooding from February 7 through February 27.

April 22

In the morning, the President posted an entry to his personal Twitter feed announcing that he would hold a "Make America Great Again" rally in Harrisburg, PA, on April 29.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Bethesda, MD, where at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, they visited with SFC Alvaro Barrientos, USA, and his wife Tammy. The President awarded a Purple Heart to SFC Barrientos, who was wounded in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, on March 17. Then, he and Mrs. Trump visited with other wounded U.S. servicemembers. Later, they returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, at Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C., the President and Mrs.

Trump had dinner with the President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Harrisburg, PA, on April 29.

April 23

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss a range of regional and global issues of mutual concern. Later, he had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to discuss the situation in North Korea. President Trump criticized North Korea's continued belligerence and destabilizing activities on the Korean Peninsula. The two leaders reaffirmed the urgency of the threat posed by

North Korea's missile and nuclear programs and committed to strengthen coordination in achieving the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.

April 24

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to discuss the conflicts in Syria and Yemen and the urgent security challenge posed by North Korea. The President also reaffirmed U.S. support for German- and French-led efforts to negotiate a peaceful settlement to the conflict in Ukraine on the basis of the Minsk agreements. Later, in the Cabinet Room, he had an intelligence briefing.

Later in the morning, the President was briefed by U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Nikki Randhawa Haley on the upcoming working lunch with Ambassadors of countries on the U.N. Security Council.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President signed a proclamation commemorating Holocaust Remembrance Day on April 28. Then, also in the Oval Office, he participated in a credentialing ceremony for newly appointed Ambassadors to the U.S. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC.

Later in the afternoon, on the Chief of Staff's Patio, the President attended a reception for conservative media outlets.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had dinner with Sen. John S. McCain III and his wife Cindy and Sen. Lindsey O. Graham.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kari A. Bingen to be a Principal Deputy Under Secretary for Intelligence at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert S. Karem to be Assistant Secretary for International Security Affairs at the Department of Defense.

April 25

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of the Treasury Steven

T. Mnuchin. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had a meeting on tax reform. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had dinner with Sen. Robert P. Corker, Jr. During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Justin P.J.

Trudeau to discuss the dairy industry in Wisconsin, New York State, and other places as well as Canadian lumber coming into the United States.

The White House announced that the President will travel to New York City on May 4. The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Malcolm B.

Turnbull of Australia to the USS Intrepid museum in New York City.

The President announced the appointment of Randolph D. "Tex" Alles as Director of the

U.S. Secret Service.

April 26

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Sarah Westwood of the Washington Examiner. Then, in the Presidential Dining Room, he and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

Later in the afternoon, in the South Court Auditorium of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building, the President dropped by a Senate briefing on the situation in North Korea. Vice President Pence also attended. Also in the afternoon, he had separate telephone conversations with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico and Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada to discuss President Trump's decision not to withdraw U.S. participation in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) at this time and initiate plans for renegotiation of the NAFTA trade deal to the benefit of all three countries.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Hapeville, GA, on April 28.

April 27

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, on the South Portico, he welcomed President Mauricio Macri of Argentina and his wife Juliana Awada. Later, in the Cabinet Room, they had a working lunch. Vice President Michael R. Pence, Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and several senior advisers and their Argentine counterparts also attended.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in separate interviews with Salena Zito of the Washington Examiner and Sirius XM Radio for later broadcast; and Stephen J. Adler, Steve A. Holland, and Jeff Mason of Reuters.

In the evening, the President participated in an interview with the Washington Post.

During the day, the President visited with several children of White House staff and members of the press corps, who were at the White House as part of "Take Your Child to Work Day."

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Harrisburg, PA, on April 29.

April 28

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with the Washington Times. Later, in the morning, he traveled to Atlanta, GA, arriving in the afternoon. Sen. Edward R. "Ted" Cruz accompanied him.

Also in the morning, the President met with Terry Gou, chairman of Foxconn Technology Group.

In the afternoon, he traveled to the Capital City Club, where he attended a campaign fundraiser for Republican congressional candidate Karen Handel. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President was briefed on North Korea's most recent test launch of a ballistic missile. He also signed H.J. Res. 99, which authorized continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2017.

Also during the day, in the Map Room, the President recorded an interview with Martha MacCallum of Fox News for later broadcast.

The President announced his intention to nominate David Bernhardt to be Deputy Secretary of the Interior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Pamela Hughes Patenaude to be Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to appoint Jovita Carranza as Treasurer of the United States.

The President announced his intention to appoint Thomas DiNanno as Assistant Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Administration at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to appoint Brock Long as Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to appoint Richard Staropoli as Chief Information Officer of the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to appoint Charmaine Yoest as Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the President's Commission on White House Fellowships: Robert M. Duncan (designated as Chair); Aldona Z. Wos (designated as Vice Chair); Lee H. Bienstock; Somers White Farkas; Marlyn McGrath; and Damond R. Watkins.

April 29

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Director of Central Intelligence Michael R. Pompeo.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Harrisburg, PA, arriving in the evening. CBS News' John Dickerson accompanied him.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Ames Companies, Inc., where he toured a wheelbarrow manufacturing facility with Ronald J. Kramer, chief executive officer of Ames's parent company Griffon Corporation, Vice President Michael R. Pence, and Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., continued his interview with John Dickerson, and answered questions from reporters. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, in the Roosevelt Room and Oval Office, the President recorded an interview with John Dickerson of CBS News's "Face the Nation" program for later broadcast.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines to discuss the concerns of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) regarding regional security, including the threat posed by North Korea, counternarcotics efforts by the Philippine Government, and President Trump's November visit to the Philippines to attend the East Asia Summit and the U.S.-Association of South East Asian Nations summit. President Trump also invited President Duterte to the White House to discuss the importance of the Philippines-U.S. alliance.

April 30

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong of Singapore to discuss Singapore-U.S. relations, including thriving bilateral trade and investment, robust security cooperation, and close collaboration on regional and global challenges. Then, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha of Thailand to discuss the positive direction in Thailand-U.S. relations, including a strong shared interest in strengthening trade and economic ties. Later, he traveled to the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

May 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, also in the Oval Office, he signed a proclamation declaring May 1 as Law Day, U.S.A.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence, Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, and National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary Tillerson.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Jennifer Jacobs and Margaret Talev of Bloomberg News. Also during the day, in the Roosevelt Room, he recorded an interview with Eric Bolling of Fox News' "The Fox News Specialists" program for later broadcast.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority to the White House on May 3.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following Governors as members of the Council of Governors: Mary Fallin of Oklahoma; Dannel P. Malloy of Connecticut; Steve Bullock of Montana; Mark B. Dayton of Minnesota; William M. Walker of Alaska; Richard L. Scott of Florida; and Eric R. Greitens of Missouri.

May 2

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he participated in a departure ceremony for Lt. Col. Wesley N. Spurlock III, USAF, Air Force Aide to the President.

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia to discuss the situation in Syria, including the establishment of safe or "de-escalation" zones to achieve lasting peace and the attendance of a U.S. representative at the cease-fire talks in Astana, Kazakhstan, on May 3 and 4, review mutual efforts to eradicate terrorism throughout the Middle East, and evaluate ways to resolve the very dangerous situation in North Korea. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly to discuss President Trump's proposed security barrier along the southern U.S. border.

Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

The President declared a major disaster for the Resighini Rancheria and ordered Federal aid to supplement the Tribe's recovery efforts in the areas affected by the flooding from February 8 through 11.

May 3

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, on the West Wing Portico, he welcomed President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority, followed by a meeting in the Oval Office.

In the afternoon, in the Cabinet Room, the President had a working lunch with President Abbas. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President hosted a discussion, prayer, and dinner with faith leaders and members of the White House Evangelical Advisory Board. Vice President Pence and his wife Karen also attended.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to New York City on May 4.

The President announced his intention to designate Eli H. Miller as Acting Director of the Asian Development Bank and Acting U.S. Director of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

May 4

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Catholic Cardinals and leaders.

Also in the morning, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with James Astill, Zanny Minton-Beddoes, Edward Carr, and David Rennie of the Economist. Vice President Michael R. Pence, Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, and Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks also attended.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to New York City, arriving in the evening. His daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and son-in-law, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, accompanied him.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, they remained overnight.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Juan Manuel Santos Calderon of Colombia to the White House on May 18.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Saudi Arabia and Israel in May. The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Rome and Taormina,

Italy, and Brussels, Belgium, in late May.

The President announced his intention to nominate Matthew Bassett to be Assistant Secretary for Legislation at the Department of Health and Human Services.

May 5

In the morning, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President signed H.R. 244, the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017, which was assigned Public Law No. 115–31.

May 6

In the evening, at the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, NJ, the President had a telephone conversation with President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Godard of Peru to discuss the political and economic situation in Venezuela, Peru-U.S. cooperation in efforts to improve democratic institutions in Venezuela, and U.S. humanitarian assistance in response to the floods in Peru.

May 7

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC.

May 8

In the morning, in the Situation Room, the President met with National Security Adviser

H.R. McMaster. Later, in the Oval Office, he greeted Prime Minister Giorgi Kvirikashvili of Georgia following the Prime Minister's meeting with Vice President Michael R. Pence.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Pence. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the evening, the President and Vice President Pence led a tour of the White House with Editor-in-Chief Nancy Gibbs, Washington Bureau Chief Michael Scherer, and White House Correspondent Zeke J. Miller of Time magazine. National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster and Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer also attended. Then, he participated in a photo shoot with Time photographer Benjamin Rasmussen and Director of Photography Kira Pollack. Later, in the Blue Room, the President and Vice President Pence had dinner and participated in an interview with the Time magazine journalists.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President met with Attorney General Jefferson B. Sessions III and Deputy Attorney General Rod J. Rosenstein to discuss reasons for removing Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James B. Comey, Jr., from office.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President-elect Emmanuel Macron of France to congratulate him on his election victory. They also discussed France-U.S. relations and agreed to meet during the North Atlantic Treaty Organization leaders' meeting in Brussels, Belgium, on May 25.

The President announced his intention to nominate Dabney L. Friedrich to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Terry F. Moorer to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama.

The President announced his intention to nominate Neil Chatterjee and Robert F. Powelson to be members of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jay P. Murray to be the Alternate U.S. Representative for Special Political Affairs to the United Nations, with the rank of Ambassador, and an Alternate U.S. Representative to the sessions of the U.N. General Assembly during his tenure of service as Alternate Representative for Special Political Affairs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Adam J. Sullivan to be Assistant Secretary for Government Affairs at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of John K. Bush and Joan L. Larsen to be judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of Kevin C. Newsom to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of David R. Stras to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of David C. Nye to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho.

The President announced the nomination of Scott L. Palk of Oklahoma to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma.

The President announced the nomination of Damien M. Schiff to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

May 9

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing. Also in the morning, he

had a telephone conversation with former Vice President Albert A. Gore, Jr., to discuss the Paris Agreement on climate change.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President met with members of his economic team.

Later, he had separate telephone conversations with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell, Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer, and Sens. Charles E. Grassley, Dianne

G. Feinstein, and Lindsey O. Graham; and Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan, House Majority Leader Kevin O. McCarthy, and Rep. Robert W. Goodlatte to inform them of his intention to remove Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James B. Comey, Jr., from office.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Sen. Robert P. Corker, Jr., to discuss his decision to remove former Director Comey from office.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, to the White House on May 15.

May 10

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergey Viktorovich Lavrov of Russia to discuss Russia-U.S. cooperation in ending the conflict in Syria, including the need for Russia to restrain the Syrian Government, Iran, and Iranian proxies in the region; the situation in Ukraine, including Russia's responsibility to fully implement the Minsk agreements; Russia-U.S. cooperation in conflict-resolution efforts in the Middle East and elsewhere; and efforts to improve Russia-U.S. relations. Russia's Ambassador to the U.S. Sergey Ivanovich Kislyak also attended.

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to congratulate him on his election victory, extend an invitation to visit the White House, and discuss South Korea-U.S. relations. Also in the afternoon, he met with Federal Bureau of Investigation Acting Director Andrew G. McCabe.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Pavlo Klimkin of Ukraine.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to the White House on May 16.

The President designated the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Timor-Leste's independence and attend the Inauguration of Francisco Guterres as President of Timor-Leste in Dili, Timor-Leste, on May 20: Karen C. Stanton (head of delegation); and W. Patrick Murphy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark A. Green to be Administrator of the

U.S. Agency for International Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate David J. Kautter to be Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to appoint R.J. Zlatoper and Richard H. Bagger as members of the President's Commission on White House Fellowships.

The President announced his intention to appoint Christopher J. Christie as a member of the Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis and, upon appointment, to designate him as Chair.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis: Roy A. Cooper III; Charles

D. Baker, Jr.; Patrick J. Kennedy; and Bertha K. Madras.

The President announced his intention to appoint Howard M. Lorber as a member and Chairperson of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council.

May 11

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

During the day, in the Cabinet Room, the President recorded an interview with Lester Holt of NBC's "Nightly News" program for later broadcast.

The President announced the appointment of the following individuals as members of the Presidential Commission on Election Integrity: Michael R. Pence (Chairman); Kris W. Kobach (Vice-Chair); Connie Lawson; William M. Gardner; Matthew Dunlap; J. Kenneth Blackwell; and Christy A. McCormick.

May 12

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster and National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn.

In the afternoon, in the East Room, the President and Mrs. Trump welcomed military mothers for a Mother's Day event. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly. Also in the afternoon, in the Cabinet Room, the President recorded an interview with Jeanine Ferris Pirro of Fox News' "Justice With Judge Jeanine" program for later broadcast.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Juan Manuel Santos Calderon of Colombia to the White House on May 18.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Saudi Arabia on May 19 and released further details on his travel to Saudi Arabia, Israel, Italy, and Belgium.

The President announced his intention to nominate Susan Parker Bodine to be Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Compliance Assurance at the Environmental Protection Agency.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brian D. Quintenz to be a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate James J. Sullivan, Jr., to be a member of the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brooks D. Tucker to be Assistant Secretary for Congressional and Legislative Affairs at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to appoint William E. Grayson to be a member of the Board of Directors of the Presidio Trust.

May 13

In the morning, the President traveled to Lynchburg, VA. Before takeoff aboard Air Force One, he visited the press cabin and spoke with reporters. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the afternoon.

During the day, the President was briefed on North Korea's most recent test launch of a ballistic missile.

May 14

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA, where he took telephone calls and had lunch.

In the afternoon, he returned to Washington, DC.

May 15

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President signed a proclamation declaring May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 14 through 20 as Police Week and made remarks. He was joined by guests and representatives from police departments who have recently suffered on-duty deaths among their personnel. Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert also attended. Also in the morning, in the Oval Office, he met with White House Communications Director Michael D. Dubke, Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer, and Principal Deputy Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces to discuss United Arab Emirates-U.S. relations, including defense cooperation, counterterrorism, resolving the conflicts in Yemen and Syria, and the threat to regional stability posed by Iran, and explore ways to increase economic cooperation. Then, in the Cabinet Room, they had a working lunch.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to New London, CT, on May 17.

The President announced his intention to nominate Douglas F. Manchester as Ambassador to the Bahamas.

May 16

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with King Abdullah II of Jordan to reaffirm the importance of Jordan-U.S. cooperation on a range of shared priorities, including efforts to end the crisis in Syria and the urgent need to deescalate violence and create conditions that can bring a lasting resolution to the conflict, and discuss the shared fight to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria terrorist organization. The two leaders also discussed the President's upcoming trip to the Middle East.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey. White House Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer, Turkish Minister of National Defense Fikri Isik, Armed Forces Chief of General Staff Hulusi Akar, Minister of Foreign Affairs Mevlut Cavusoglu, Minister of Economy Nihat Zeybekci, National Intelligence Organization Head Hakan Fidan, and Presidential Spokesman Ibrahim Kalin also attended. Later, in the Cabinet Room, he and President Erdogan had a working lunch. Vice President Michael R. Pence, Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, and White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner also attended.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of Health and Human Services Thomas E. Price and Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to discuss the President's upcoming travel to Israel. He also conducted an

interview with former Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Robert S. Mueller III as a possible candidate for the vacant FBI Directorship.

The President announced his intention to nominate Claire M. Grady to be Under Secretary for Management at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to nominate David J. Redl to be Assistant Secretary for Communications and Information at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to designate Wilber L. Ross, Jr., and R. Alexander Acosta as members of the Board of Directors of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation.

May 17

In the morning, the President traveled to New London, CT.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. Later, he conducted interviews with Federal Bureau of Investigation Acting Director Andrew G. McCabe, former Gov. Frank A. Keating of Oklahoma, former FBI Executive Assistant Director Richard A. McFeely, and former Sen. Joseph I. Lieberman, all named as potential candidates for the position of FBI Director.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President met with Attorney General Jefferson B. Sessions III. Vice President Michael R. Pence, White House Counsel Donald F. McGahn II, and other senior advisers also attended.

May 18

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn. Later, also in the Oval Office, the President met with President Juan Manuel Santos Calderon of Colombia. Then, in the Cabinet Room, they had an expanded bilateral meeting. Also in the afternoon, he had an off-the-record lunch with various network news anchors.

The President announced his intention to nominate Elizabeth E. Walsh to be an Assistant Secretary of Commerce and Director General of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service within the International Trade Administration at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to appoint G. Keith Bryant as the Administrator of the

U.S. Fire Administration within the Federal Emergency Management Agency at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President declared a major disaster in Idaho and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from March 6 through March 28.

May 19

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, arriving the following morning. White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Director of Oval Office Operations Keith Schiller, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, and Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., accompanied them.

The President announced his intention to nominate Richard Ashooh to be Assistant Secretary for Export Administration at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate Callista L. Gingrich to be Ambassador to the Holy See (Vatican City).

The President announced his intention to nominate Kathleen Troia "K.T." McFarland to be Ambassador to Singapore.

The President announced his intention to appoint Ricky L. Waddell as Deputy National Security Adviser.

The President announced his intention to designate Poonam L. Alaigh as Acting Under Secretary for Health at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

May 20

In the morning, upon arrival at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the President and Mrs. Trump were greeted by King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Press Secretary Sean. M. Spicer, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, and Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell also attended. Then, the President, Mrs. Trump, and King Salman traveled to the Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, hotel.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Royal Court Palace, where they participated in an official arrival ceremony with King Salman, followed by a coffee ceremony and presentation to President Trump of the Collar of Abd al-Aziz Al Saud Medal by King Salman. Then, also at the Royal Court Palace, he and Mrs. Trump participated in a royal banquet luncheon hosted by King Salman.

Later in the afternoon, at the Royal Court Palace, the President and King Salman had a bilateral meeting. Then, also at the Royal Court Palace, they participated in a signing ceremony for U.S. military sales commitments to Saudi Arabia. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson also attended. Later, also at the Royal Court Palace, the President and Mrs. Trump toured a palace display of contemporary Saudi art with King Salman. Then, he and King Salman had another bilateral meeting. Secretary Tillerson, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, and Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner also attended.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, hotel, where he met with Deputy Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. Deputy National Security Adviser Powell, Senior Adviser Kushner, Chief Strategist Bannon, and Director Cohn also attended. During his meetings with Saudi leaders, the President discussed Saudi

Arabia-U.S relations, economic reforms in Saudi Arabia, the importance of working jointly to address challenges to regional peace and security, including defeating the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and Al Qaida terrorist organizations, countering Iran's destabilizing activities, and resolving conflicts in Yemen and Syria.

Later in the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Murabba Palace, where they participated in an arrival ceremony, reception, and banquet dinner with King Salman, followed by a tour of the National Museum within the King Abdul-Aziz Historical Center. National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and other senior advisers also attended. Later, the President and Mrs. Trump returned to the Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, hotel, where they remained overnight.

May 21

In the morning, the President traveled to the King Abdulaziz Conference Center, where, in the center atrium, he met with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and participated in a family photograph and the exchange of a signed GCC-U.S. memorandum of understanding to establish a joint initiative to combat terrorist financing networks. Secretary Tillerson, Deputy National Security Adviser Powell, Director Cohn, and Senior Adviser Kushner also attended.

In the afternoon, the President returned to the Ritz-Carlton hotel, where he met with Deputy Prime Minister for Cabinet Affairs Fahd bin Mahmud Al Said of Oman. Later, he traveled to the King Abdulaziz Conference Center, where he participated in a reception for the Arab Islamic American Summit with heads of state, followed by a luncheon and family photograph. Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, Senior Adviser for Policy Miller, Assistant to the President Trump, Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations Joe Hagin. On the margins of the summit, he met with President Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai of Afghanistan to discuss Afghanistan's efforts to fight terrorism and implement key reforms and commend the brave service of Afghan security forces as they fight to secure their country.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Global Center for Combating Extremist Ideology, where he toured the facility with King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. The President's son-in-law, Senior Adviser Kushner, his daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and Deputy Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia also attended. Then, the President returned to the Ritz-Carlton, where he remained overnight.

May 22

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Tel Aviv, Israel, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Jerusalem. Later, he, Mrs. Trump, and the President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and her husband, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, traveled to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City, where they toured the sanctuary with Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem and All Palestine Archbishop Theophilos III, Armenian Patriarch of Jerusalem Nourhan Manougian, Custos of the Holy Land Father Francesco Patton, and visited with clergymen. Later, they visited the Western Wall, paid their respects, toured the site with Rabbi of the Western Wall Shmuel Rabinowitz and Western Wall Heritage Foundation Director General Mordechai "Suli" Eliav, and signed the guest book. Assistant to the President Trump and Senior Adviser Kushner also attended.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the King David Hotel. Later, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Prime Minister's Residence, where they toured the home and had dinner with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and his wife Sarah Netanyahu. Later, he and Mrs. Trump returned to the King David Hotel, where they remained overnight.

The President announced his intention to nominate Annie Caputo, Kristine L. Svinicki, and David Wright to be members of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael A. Raynor to be Ambassador to Ethiopia.

The President declared a major disaster in Mississippi and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding on April 30.

May 23

In the morning, the President traveled to Bethlehem, West Bank, where, at the Presidential Palace, he participated in an arrival ceremony, met with President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority, and made remarks. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, Director of Oval Office Operations Keith Schiller, and Personal Aide to the President John McEntee also attended. Later, he returned to the King David Hotel in Jerusalem.

Also in the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to offer his condolences for the terrorist attack at the Manchester Arena in Manchester, England, pledge U.S. assistance with the investigation, commend the courage, speed, and professionalism of first responders, and emphasize their joint resolve in countering global terrorism.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Yad Vashem, where they participated in a wreath-laying ceremony in the Hall of Remembrance with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel and his wife Sara, signed the guest book, and toured the facility with Yad Vashem Chairman of the Directorate Avner Shalev and Chairman of the Yad Vashem Council Rabbi Israel Meir Lau. The President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and her husband, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, also attended.

Following his remarks, the President was presented with a replica of the personal album of Holocaust victim Ester Goldstein by Mr. Shalev. Then, the President and Mrs. Trump visited with Margot Herschenbaum, sister of Ms. Goldstein.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Israel Museum. Then, they traveled to Tel Aviv, Israel, where, at the Ben Gurion International Airport, they participated in a departure ceremony with Prime Minister Netanyahu, President Reuven Rivlin, Israel's Ambassador to the U.S. Ron Dermer, and U.S. Ambassador David M. Friedman. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Assistant to the President Trump, and Senior Adviser Kushner also attended. Then, they traveled to Rome, Italy, arriving in the evening. Secretary Tillerson, Ms.

Trump, and Mr. Kushner accompanied them.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Villa Taverna, the residence of the

U.S. Ambassador to Italy, where they remained overnight.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc of Vietnam to the White House on May 31.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend the Inauguration of Lenín Moreno as President of Ecuador in Quito, Ecuador on May 24: Michael J. Fitzpatrick (head of delegation); and Todd C. Chapman.

The President announced his intention to nominate J. Paul Compton, Jr., to be General Counsel at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert R. Hood to be Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate David S. Jonas to be General Counsel at the Department of Energy.

The President announced his intention to nominate George Nesterczuk to be Director of the Office of Personnel Management.

May 24

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Vatican City, where they participated in an arrival ceremony. Then, in the Pope's private study, he met with Pope Francis. Following his private audience with the Pope, the President was joined by Mrs. Trump, his daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and son-in-law, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner. Then, they participated in an official greeting of the U.S. delegation and an exchange of gifts. U.S. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, National Security Adviser

H.R. McMaster, and Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks; and Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin also attended.

Later in the morning, the President met with Cardinal Parolin. During his meetings with the Pope and Cardinal Parolin, he focused on how the U.S., Holy See, and international community can work together to combat terrorism, discussed how religious communities can combat human suffering in Syria, Libya, and territory controlled by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria terrorist organization, affirmed shared, fundamental values in seeking to promote human rights, combat human suffering, and protect religious freedom, and renewed the U.S. commitment to fighting global famine. He pledged more than $300 million in U.S. antifamine spending, focused on the crises in Yemen, Sudan, Somalia, and Nigeria. Then, the President and Mrs. Trump toured the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Later, he traveled to Quirinal Palace in Rome, Italy, where he met with President Sergio Mattarella of Italy. Secretary Tillerson and Senior Adviser Kushner also attended.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the Villa Taverna, where he met with Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni of Italy and answered a reporter's question. Secretary Tillerson, National Security Adviser McMaster, and Senior Adviser Kushner also attended. During his meetings with Italy's leaders, he discussed Italy-U.S. relations, including the priority areas of defense cooperation, counterterrorism, and efforts to deny terrorists safe havens from Mali to Libya to Iraq to Afghanistan, commended Italy its important diplomatic efforts to end the violence in Libya, reviewed the situation in eastern Ukraine and the importance of convincing Russia to fulfill its commitments under the Minsk agreements, and renewed shared goals for the upcoming Group of Nations (G–7) summit in Taormina, Sicily.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Brussels, Belgium. Upon arrival at Brussels International Airport, they participated in an arrival ceremony with Prime Minister Charles Yvon Michel of Belgium. Then, they traveled to the Royal Palace, where they participated in an official photograph with King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium and had a meeting to express their appreciation for the hospitality and their long personal support for better Belgium-U.S. economic relations.

In the evening, the President traveled to U.S. Ambassador's Residence, where he remained overnight.

During the day, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the U.S. Embassy in Rome, Italy, where he addressed Embassy personnel and their families.

The President announced his intention to appoint Linda Bond, Jamie Turner Burke, and Catherine S. Fenton as members of the President's Commission on White House Fellowships.

May 25

In the morning, the President traveled to European Union Headquarters, where he met with European Council President Donald Franciszek Tusk and European Commission President Jean- Claude Juncker to reaffirm the strong bond between the United States and Europe, anchored in shared values and longstanding friendship, discuss shared challenges in fighting global terrorism

and protecting our homelands and the need for strong security cooperation in fighting the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization, combating radicalization, and responding to other common threats such as North Korea. Later, they had an expanded bilateral meeting with other European Union leadership. Then, the President returned to the U.S. Ambassador's Residence.

In the afternoon, at the U.S. Ambassador's Residence, the President and Mrs. Trump greeted President Emmanuel Macron of France. Then, he and President Macron had a working lunch.

During their meetings, President Trump urged France to meet the North Atlantic Treaty Organization defense spending pledge and ensure that NATO is focused on counterterrorism, thanked President Macron for French leadership in counterterrorism efforts in Africa, emphasized the critical importance of defeating ISIS in Iraq and Syria, and discussed his recent travel to Saudi Arabia and Israel and his hope for Middle East peace. The two leaders committed to maintaining and building on the already strong alliance between the United States and France as they cooperate on these and other vital issues. French Minister of Defense Sylvie Goulard, Minister of Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian, and Diplomatic Adviser Philippe Etienne also attended.

Later, he traveled to the NATO Headquarters, where, in the lobby, he participated in a NATO family photograph. Then, also at NATO Headquarters, in outdoor plaza, he attended the handover ceremony of the new NATO headquarters from the Government of Belgium and viewed a ceremonial flyover of NATO military aircraft. Later, at NATO Headquarters, he participated in a working dinner for NATO leaders.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Taormina, Italy. Upon arrival, they traveled to the Hotel Villa Diodoro, where they remained overnight.

May 26

In the morning, the President traveled to the Taormina Greek Theatre, where he participated in the welcoming ceremony for Group of Seven (G–7) leaders. National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn also attended.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the San Domenico Palace Hotel, where he attended a reception for G–7 leaders, followed by a luncheon and working sessions.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Greek Theatre, where they attended a concert of the La Scala Philharmonic orchestra. Later, they traveled to the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo Taormina, where they attended a dinner hosted by President Sergio Mattarella of Italy. Then, they returned to the Hotel Villa Diodoro, where they remained overnight.

The President announced his intention to nominate Henry Kerner as Special Counsel at the

U.S. Office of Special Counsel.

The President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding from April 28 through May 2.

May 27

In the morning, the President traveled to the San Domenico Palace Hotel, where he attended a Group of Seven (G–7) outreach country and international organizations working session, followed by a G–7 luncheon and working sessions.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Naval Air Station Sigonella in Sigonella, Italy.

Later, he and Mrs. Trump returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

May 28

In the afternoon, the President was briefed on North Korea's ballistic missile launch.

May 29

In the morning, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence traveled to Arlington, VA, where, at Arlington National Cemetery, the President participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

In the afternoon, in Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery, the President visited the gravesite of 1st Lt. Robert M. Kelly, USMC, son of Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly, who was killed in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, on November 9, 2010. Vice President Pence, Secretary Kelly, Counselor to the President Kellyanne Conway, and Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller also attended. Then, also in Section 60, he greeted Alison Malachowski, who was visiting the gravesite of her son, S. Sgt. James M. Malachowski, USMC, and Brittany Jacobs and her son Christian, who were visiting the gravesite of Ms. Jacobs's husband, Sgt.

Christopher Jacobs, USMC. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

May 30

In the morning, the President met with Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency E. Scott Pruitt to discuss continued U.S. participation in the Paris Agreement on climate change and other issues.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael

R. Pence had lunch. Later, he conducted interviews with former Assistant Attorney General Christopher A. Wray and former Transportation Security Administration Administrator John S. Pistole, both named as potential candidates for the position of Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

May 31

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc of Vietnam and made remarks.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai of Afghanistan to convey his condolences for those killed and injured in the terrorist attack in Kabul, condemn the attack, commend Afghan first responders and security forces, and discuss Afghanistan-U.S. cooperation in assisting the victims and pursuing those responsible for the attack.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Klaus Iohannis of Romania to the White House on June 9.

June 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the afternoon, the President was briefed on the shooting and fire at the Resorts World Manila casino in Manila, Philippines.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany, President Emmanuel Macron of France, Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada, and Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to discuss his decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Agreement on climate change, thanked all four leaders for

holding frank, substantive discussions on this issue during his first months in office, reassure them of the continued U.S. commitment to the transatlantic alliance and to robust efforts to protect the environment, and note the strong U.S. record in reducing emissions and leading the development of clean energy technology. The leaders agreed to continue dialogue and strengthen cooperation on environmental and other issues going forward.

The President announced the appointment of Amul R. Thapar as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, following his Senate confirmation on May 25.

The President declared a major disaster in New Hampshire and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm during on March 14 and 15.

June 2

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Sen. Lindsey O. Graham.

The President announced his intention to nominate Richard V. Spencer to be Secretary of the Navy.

The President declared a major disaster in Missouri and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding from April 28 through May 11.

June 3

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, the President was briefed by members of his national security team on the terrorist attack in London, England.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to offer his condolences for the terrorist attack in central London, praise the effective response of police and first responders, and pledge U.S. support in investigating the attack and bringing those responsible to justice.

June 4

In the morning, the President traveled to Potomac Falls, VA, where at the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., he played golf with Sen. Robert P. Corker, Jr., and former National Football League quarterback Peyton W. Manning.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President and Mrs. Trump hosted a reception for Ford's Theatre. The White House announced that the President will travel to Cincinnati, OH, on June 7.

June 5

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence and Secretary of Education Elisabeth Prince DeVos.

In the evening, on the State Floor, the President and Mrs. Trump hosted a reception honoring Gold Star families. Vice President Michael R. Pence and his wife Karen, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, and Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly also attended.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama to the White House on June 19.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brian A. Benczkowski to be Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division at the Department of Justice.

The President announced his intention to nominate Steven G. Bradbury to be General Counsel at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert P. Charrow to be General Counsel at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Carlos G. Muñiz to be General Counsel at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate Peter L. Oppenheim to be Assistant Secretary for Legislation and Congressional Affairs at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph M. Otting to be Comptroller of the Currency at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate David P. Pekoske to be Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to nominate Charles D. Stimson to be General Counsel of the Department of the Navy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Owen West to be Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations/Low-Intensity Conflict at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate David S. Bohigian to be Executive Vice President of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ray W. Washburne to be President of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation.

June 6

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had dinner with Sens. Thomas B. Cotton, Cory S. Gardner, Marco A. Rubio, and Todd C. Young; and Reps. L. Francis Rooney III and Lee Zeldin.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to discuss the critical goals of combating terrorist financing and the promotion of extremism in the Middle East and underscore the critical importance of a united Gulf Cooperation Council in defeating terrorism and promoting regional stability.

Also during the day, the President was briefed by members of his national security team on the U.S. airstrike on Syrian forces inside the deconfliction zone near At Tanf, Syria.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffrey B. Clark to be Assistant Attorney General for Environment and Natural Resources at the Department of Justice.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ryan McCarthy to be Under Secretary of the Army.

The President announced that Francis S. Collins will continue to be Director of the National Institutes of Health at the Department of Health and Human Services.

June 7

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, he traveled to Cincinnati, OH, arriving in the afternoon. White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, Special Assistant to the President for Infrastructure Policy David J. Gribbin IV, and Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., accompanied him.

In the afternoon, upon arrival at Cincinnati Municipal Lunken Airport, aboard Air Force One, the President met with Troy, OH, residents Michael and Raya Mafazy Whalen, and their daughter Colette, and Louisville, KY, residents Dan and Mindy Withrow, and their children Hallie, Ella, Nicholas, and Christian, to discuss health insurance reforms.

Later in the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar to emphasize the importance of regional efforts to prevent terrorist financing and stop the promotion of extremism and reiterate the crucial need for a united Gulf Cooperation Council and a strong Gulf Cooperation Council-U.S. partnership in defeating terrorism and promoting regional stability.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces to discuss the importance of implementing agreements reached during the President's visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to prevent the financing of terrorist organizations and counter extremism and emphasize the importance of a united Gulf Cooperation Council.

The President announced his intention to nominate Christopher A. Wray to be Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Lynn A. Johnson as Assistant Secretary for Family Support at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Stephanos Bibas to be a judge on the

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

The President announced his intention to nominate Claria Horn Boom to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky.

The President announced that he has nominated Allison H. Eid to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit.

The President announced that he has nominated Ralph R. Erickson to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.

The President announced that he has nominated Michael P. Allen, Amanda L. Meredith, and Joseph L. Toth to be judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.

The President announced that he has nominated Dabney Langhorne Friedrich, Timothy J. Kelly, and Trevor N. McFadden to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.

The President announced that he has nominated Stephen S. Schwartz to be a judge on the

U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

June 8

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, he met with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, and National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Newark, NJ, on June 9. The White House announced that the President will welcome the 2016 College Football

Playoff National Champion Clemson University football team to the White House on June 12.

June 9

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, at the Department of Transportation, he participated in a "Roads, Rails, and Regulatory Relief" roundtable discussion hosted by Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao and Secretary of the Interior Ryan K. Zinke.

In the afternoon, on the West Wing Portico, the President welcomed President Klaus Iohannis of Romania. Later, in the Cabinet Room, they had an expanded bilateral meeting. Then, the President traveled to the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in Bedminster, NJ.

In the evening, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President dropped in on an eighth-grade celebration for students of the Far Hills Country Day School in Far Hills, NJ, and posed for photographs. He remained overnight at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt to discuss the importance of implementing agreements reached during President Trump's visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to counter extremism and prevent terrorist financing and emphasize the importance of unity among Arab States.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to offer support regarding the election, emphasize U.S. commitment to the special relationship with the U.K., and underscore that he looks forward to working with Prime Minister May on shared goals and interests.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Poland, and Hamburg, Germany, in July.

The President announced his intention to nominate David G. Ehrhart to be General Counsel at the Department of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffrey Gerrish to be Deputy U.S. Trade Representative for Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Industrial Competitiveness, with the rank of Ambassador, in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.

The President announced his intention to nominate Lucian Niemeyer to be Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Nathan A. Sales to be Coordinator for Counterterrorism, with the rank of Ambassador at Large, at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate Dawn DeBerry Stump to be a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Eric Ueland to be Under Secretary for Management at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to appoint Kenneth R. Nahigian, Richard F. Hohlt, and Robert R. Porter as members of the President's Commission on White House Fellowships.

The President announced his intention to appoint Daniel Elwell to be Deputy Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to appoint Norman Sharpless to be Director of the National Cancer Institute at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to appoint Amy Cantu Thompson to be Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

June 10

During the day, the President received a briefing from Deputy National Security Adviser Ricky L. Waddell on the insider attack in eastern Afghanistan that killed U.S. servicemembers.

In the evening, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President dropped in on the wedding reception of Kristen Piatkowski and Tucker Gladhill, posed for photographs, and visited with wedding guests.

June 11

In the afternoon, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President attended a fundraiser for Rep. Thomas C. MacArthur.

In the evening, the President, Mrs. Trump, their son Barron, and Mrs. Trump's parents Viktor Knavs and Amalija Knavs traveled to Washington, DC. White House Senior Adviser Jared

C. Kushner, Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., Personal Aide to the President John McEntee, and Deputy National Security Adviser Ricky L. Waddell accompanied them.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Milwaukee, WI, on June 13.

June 12

In the morning, in the Situation Room, the President received a briefing from his National Security Council.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President and Vice President Pence had lunch.

In the evening, the President had dinner with Rep. Vincente Gonzalez and other congressional Democrats.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to the White House on June 26.

The President announced his intention to nominate D. Michael Dunavant to be the U.S. attorney for the Western District of Tennessee.

The President announced his intention to nominate Louis V. Franklin, Sr., to be U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Alabama.

The President announced his intention to nominate Justin E. Herdman to be the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Ohio.

The President announced his intention to nominate John W. Huber to be U.S. attorney for the District of Utah.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brian J. Kuester to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jessie K. Liu to be U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Richard W. Moore to be U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Alabama.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jay E. Town of Alabama to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Alabama.

June 13

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Milwaukee, WI. Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Director of Oval Office Operations Keith Schiller, Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks, Director of the Domestic Policy Council Andrew P. Bremberg, and the President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump accompanied him. Upon arrival at General Mitchell International Airport, he met with Marinette County, WI, residents Michael and Tammy Kushman and Kenosha, WI, residents Robert and Sarah Stoll to discuss health insurance reforms. Then, he traveled to Pewaukee, WI, where, at Waukesha County Technical College, he toured campus facilities with his daughter Ivanka, Gov. Scott K. Walker of Wisconsin, Secretary of Education Elisabeth P. DeVos, Secretary of Labor R. Alexander Acosta, and Wisconsin Secretary of Workforce Development Raymond Allen.

In the evening, the President traveled to Milwaukee, where at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee hotel, he attended a Friends of Scott Walker reception. Later, he returned to Washington, DC. White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Director of Oval Office Operations Keith Schiller, Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks, Assistant to the President for Intragovernmental and Technology Initiatives Reed Cordish, and Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump accompanied him.

The White House announced that the President will welcome President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to the White House on June 29 and 30.

The White House announced that the President will award the Medal of Honor to former Spc. 5 James C. McCloughan, USA, for conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam war on July 31.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jessica Rosenworcel to be a member of the Federal Communications Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Isabel M. Keenan Patelunas to be Assistant Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate Elinore F. McCance-Katz to be Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use at the Department of Health and Human Services.

June 14

In the morning, the President was briefed on the shootings at a Congressional Baseball Game practice field in Alexandria, VA. Also in the morning, he had separate telephone conversations

with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan; Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell; Jennifer Scalise, wife of House Majority Whip Stephen J. Scalise; Charles A. Henry, Chief of Staff to Rep. Scalise; and Chief of the Capitol Police Matthew Verderosa to discuss the shootings in Alexandria, in which Rep. Scalise and others were injured.

In the evening, at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, the President and Mrs. Trump brought flowers to Rep. Scalise, who was recovering from surgery following a gunshot wound to the hip, and visited with Mrs. Scalise and Ira Y. Rabin, vice president of medical operations at MedStar. White House Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer and Physician to the President and Chief White House Physician Ronny L. Jackson also attended. He also visited with Crystal Griner, a

U.S. Capitol Police special agent on Rep. Scalise's security detail who was injured in the Alexandria shootings, her wife Tiffany Dyar, and other Capitol Police officers. Also in the evening, he had a telephone conversation with Wyoming, OH, resident Fred Warmbier, father of Otto Warmbier, who was returned from 17 months of detention by North Korean authorities on June 13.

The White House announced that the President's scheduled kickoff event for his Apprenticeship Initiative at the Department of Labor had been canceled in light of the shootings in Alexandria.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Miami, FL, on June 16.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kelly Knight Craft to be Ambassador to Canada.

The President announced his intention to nominate Sharon Day of Florida to be Ambassador to Costa Rica.

June 15

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in the Cabinet Room, he dropped by a "Governors and Workforce of Tomorrow" roundtable discussion.

In the afternoon, at the U.S. Supreme Court, the President and Mrs. Trump attended the investiture ceremony for Associate Justice Neil M. Gorsuch.

The President declared a major disaster in Arkansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding from April 26 through May 19.

June 16

In the morning, the President traveled to Miami, FL, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the Manuel Artime Theater, where he met with Cuban American leaders. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski Godard of Peru to discuss bilateral and regional issues, including U.S. policy on Cuba and the situation in Venezuela, and Peru-U.S. relations. He also had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada to discuss Canada-U.S. relations and commend Canada's recently announced increase in military spending by 70 percent over the next decade.

The President announced his intention to nominate James Clinger to be a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation for a term of 6 years and to be Chairperson for a term of 5 years, effective November 29, 2017.

The President announced his intention to nominate Gregory Doud to be Chief Agricultural Negotiator, with the rank of Ambassador, at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.

The President announced his intention to nominate John H. Gibson II to be Deputy Chief Management Officer of the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert P. Storch to be Inspector General for the National Security Agency.

The President announced his intention to appoint his intention to appoint Donald P. Loren as Assistant Secretary for Operations, Security, and Preparedness at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to appoint his intention to appoint Peter J. Shelby as Assistant Secretary for Human Resources and Administration at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President declared a major disaster in Kansas and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm, snowstorm, straight-line winds, and flooding from April 28 through May 3.

June 17

In the morning, the President, Mrs. Trump, their son Barron, and Mrs. Trump's parents Viktor Knavs and Amalija Knavs traveled to Camp David, MD.

June 18

In the afternoon, the President, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron returned to Washington,

DC.

June 19

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, on the South Portico, he and Mrs. Trump welcomed President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama and his wife Lorena Castillo de Varela. Later, in the Cabinet Room, he and President Varela had a working lunch. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. During their meetings, they discussed Panama-U.S relations, strong cooperation in areas of mutual concern such as countering drug trafficking and illegal migration in the region, security cooperation, the successful Panama Canal expansion project, and the situation in Venezuela.

In the evening, in the State Dining Room, the President hosted a reception for the American Technology Council.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Cedar Rapids, IA, on June 21. The President announced his intention to nominate Anna Maria Farias to be Assistant

Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate George E. Glass to be Ambassador to Portugal.

The President announced his intention to nominate Marvin Kaplan to be a member of the National Labor Relations Board for the remainder of a 5-year term expiring August 27, 2020.

The President announced his intention to nominate Patrick Pizzella to be Deputy Secretary of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael Platt, Jr., to be Assistant Secretary for Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate Lance A. Robertson to be Assistant Secretary for Aging at the Department of Health and Human Services.

June 20

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, followed by a drop-by meeting with Vice President Michael R. Pence and President Petro Poroshenko of Ukraine.

Deputy Assistant to the President for Strategic Communications Michael N. Anton also attended. During their meetings, they discussed a peaceful resolution to the conflict in eastern Ukraine and President Poroshenko's reform agenda and anticorruption efforts.

Later, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had a legislative affairs lunch. In the evening, at the Vice President’s Residence at the U.S. Naval Observatory, the

President and Mrs. Trump had dinner with Vice President Pence and his wife Karen.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kyle Fortson to be a member of the National Mediation Board.

The President announced his intention to appoint James McDonnell as Director for Domestic Nuclear Detection at the Department of Homeland Security.

June 21

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in the Roosevelt Room, he met with experts from the cybersecurity and energy sectors to discuss the importance of continuing the effective public-private partnership to combat threats against the energy sector, particularly the power grid, and review unique challenges the sector faces and strategic initiatives to address the evolution of malicious cyberactivity. Former Mayor Rudolph

W. Giuliani of New York City, former National Security Agency Director Keith B. Alexander, and Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert also attended.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Cedar Rapids, IA.

In the evening, the President traveled to Kirkwood Community College, where he toured campus facilities with Secretary of Agriculture George E. "Sonny" Perdue, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., U.S. Ambassador to China Terry E. Branstad, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, White House Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, and Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr.

Later in the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas G. Bowman to be Deputy Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark H. Buzby to be Administrator of the Maritime Administration at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kelley Eckels Currie to be the U.S. Representative on the U.N. Economic and Social Council, with the rank of Ambassador, and Alternate U.S. Representative for the Sessions of the U.N. General Assembly.

The President announced his intention to nominate Carl C. Risch to be Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate John P. Desrocher to be Ambassador to Algeria.

The President announced his intention to appoint Luis Borunda, David K. Dunn, Mark Rhodes as members of the Election Integrity Commission.

June 22

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach and U.S. members Larry Probst, Anita DeFrantz, and Angela Ruggiero.

During the day, in the Map Room, the President and Mrs. Trump recorded an interview with Ainsley Earhardt of Fox News' "Fox & Friends" program for later broadcast.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend the Inaugural reception of Aleksandar Vučić as President of Serbia in Belgrade, Serbia, on June 23: Hoyt Yee (head of delegation); Kyle Scott; and Mark Tervakoski.

The President announced his intention to nominate Maria E. Brewer to be Ambassador to Sierra Leone.

The President announced his intention to nominate James Byrne to be General Counsel at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Gerald W. Fauth to be a member of the National Mediation Board.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jamie McCourt to be Ambassador to Belgium.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert Wood Johnson IV to be Ambassador to the United Kingdom.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael Rigas to be Deputy Director of the Office of Personnel Management.

June 23

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary Tillerson and Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis.

In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President recorded an interview with Pete Hegseth of Fox News' "Fox & Friends" program for later broadcast.

June 24

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, the President and Mrs. Trump attended the wedding of Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin and Louise Linton.

The President declared a major disaster in Tennessee and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding on May 27 and 28.

June 25

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

June 26

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence and U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Nikki Randhawa Haley. Later, on the South Portico, he and Mrs. Trump welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brenda Burman to be Commissioner of Reclamation at the Department of the Interior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Peter B. Davidson to be General Counsel at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate Douglas W. Domenach to be Assistant Secretary for Insular Affairs at the Department of the Interior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jason E. Kearns to be a Commissioner of the U.S. International Trade Commission.

The President declared a major disaster in Nebraska and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and straight-line winds from April 29 through May 3.

June 27

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel Macron of France to congratulate the people of France for their recent elections, compliment President Macron for his leadership, discuss the situation in the Middle East, and review the agenda for the upcoming Group of Twenty (G–20) summit in Hamburg, Germany, on July 7 and

8. Then, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Leo Varadkar of Ireland to congratulate him on his election, discuss Ireland-U.S. relations, and invite Prime Minister Varadkar to the White House for St. Patrick's Day festivities in March 2018. During the telephone call, in the Oval Office, he greeted Caitríona Perry, Washington correspondent for RTÉ News and Current Affairs. Also in the morning, he had a telephone conversation with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell to discuss the status of health insurance reform legislation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Luis E. Arreaga to be Ambassador to Guatemala.

The President announced his intention to nominate Christopher Campbell to be Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions at the Department of the Treasury.

The President announced his intention to nominate William J. Emanuel to be a member of the National Labor Relations Board.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ellen M. Lord to be Under Secretary for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics at the Department of Defense.

June 28

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room and the Oval Office, the President greeted players, coaching staff, and front office executives of Major League Baseball's Chicago Cubs. Director of National Intelligence Daniel R. Coats and Rock Ventures LLC owner Daniel R. Gilbert also attended.

In the evening, at the Trump International Hotel, Washington, D.C., the President attended a Republican National Committee fundraiser and made remarks.

The White House announced that the President will travel to France in July.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brendan Carr to be a member of the Federal Communications Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Janet Dhillon to be a member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Richard Glick to be a member of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Susan M. Gordon to be Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence.

The President announced his intention to nominate Krishna R. Urs to be Ambassador to Peru.

June 29

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the evening, on the South Portico, the President and Mrs. Trump welcomed President Moon Jae-in and his wife Kim Jung-sook, followed by a reception on the State Floor. Following their dinner in the State Dining Room, the President led President Moon on a tour of the White House, including the Lincoln Bedroom.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President met with Anthony Scaramucci, senior vice president and chief strategy officer of the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Warsaw, Poland, on July 5 and 6.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jerome M. Adams to be Medical Director in the Regular Corps of the Public Health Service and to be Surgeon General of the Public Health Service.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kurt Alme to be U.S. attorney for the District of Montana.

The President announced his intention to nominate Donald Q. Cochran to be U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Tennessee.

The President announced his intention to nominate Russell M. Coleman to be U.S. attorney for the Western District of Kentucky.

The President announced his intention to nominate Bart M. Davis to be U.S. attorney for the District of Idaho.

The President announced his intention to nominate Halsey B. Frank to be U.S. attorney for the District of Maine

The President announced his intention to nominate J. Cody Hiland to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas.

The President announced his intention to nominate D. Michael Hurst, Jr., to be U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi.

The President announced his intention to nominate William C. Lamar of Mississippi to be

U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Mississippi.

The President announced his intention to nominate R. Trent Shores of Oklahoma to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Oklahoma.

The President announced his intention to appoint Darlene Hutchinson as Director of the Office of Victims of Crime at the Department of Justice.

The President announced his intention to appoint Hans A. Von Spakovsky as a member of the Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity.

The President announced the nomination of Matthew P. Donovan to be Under Secretary of the Air Force.

The President announced the nomination of Eric S. Dreiband to be Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division at the Department of Justice.

The President announced the nomination of Kathryn A. "Kay" Bailey Hutchison to be U.S. Permanent Representative on the Council of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, with the rank and status of Ambassador.

June 30

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to discuss ways to resolve the ongoing dispute between Qatar and its Gulf and Arab neighbors while ensuring that all countries work to stop terrorist funding and combat extremist ideology. Then, on the West Wing Portico, he welcomed President Moon Jae-in of South Korea.

In the afternoon, the President, Mrs. Trump, their son Barron, and Mrs. Trump's parents Viktor and Amalija Knavs traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, they remained overnight.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend the funeral of former Chancellor Helmut J.M. Kohl of Germany in Strasbourg, France, and Speyer, Germany, on July 1: Daniel R. Coats (head of delegation); Kent D. Logsdon; and Conrad Tribble.

July 1

In the evening, the President traveled to Washington, DC. Later, he returned to Bedminster, NJ, where, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he remained overnight.

July 2

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss the growing threat from North Korea, pledge their resolve to increase pressure on the regime, and reaffirm that the Japan-U.S. alliance stands ready to defend and respond to any threat or action taken by North Korea. Then, he had a telephone conversation with President Xi

Jinping of China to discuss North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programs and their mutual commitment to a denuclearized Korean Peninsula. President Trump reiterated his determination to seek more balanced trade relations with U.S. trading partners.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, and Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar to discuss his concerns about the ongoing dispute between Qatar and some of its Gulf and Arab neighbors, reiterate the importance of stopping terrorist financing and discrediting extremist ideology, and underscore the need for unity in the region to accomplish the Riyadh summit's goals of defeating terrorism and promoting regional stability. He also had a telephone conversation with retired Lt. Col. Richard E. Cole, the last surviving member of the famed Doolittle Raiders who flew daring missions over Tokyo in 1942 after the attack on Pearl Harbor, to thank him for his service and wish him well in advance of his upcoming 102d birthday.

July 3

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to discuss the agenda for the upcoming Group of Twenty (G–20) nations summit in Hamburg, Germany, climate issues, the Women's Entrepreneurship Financing Initiative, and trade, including the current overcapacity in global steel production. Then, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni of Italy to discuss the G–20 summit agenda, thank the Prime Minister for hosting the Group of Seven (G–7) summit in May, and underscore his appreciation for Italy's efforts to address the Libyan migration crisis.

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC. He also received a briefing on North Korea's most recent ballistic missile launch.

July 4

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, from the Truman Balcony, the President and Mrs. Trump joined military families and staff for a viewing of the Independence Day fireworks display on the National Mall.

The White House announced that the President will meet with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia on the margins of the Group of Twenty (G–20) nations summit in Hamburg, Germany, on July 7.

July 5

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Warsaw, Poland, arriving in the afternoon. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks, Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., and Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer accompanied them. En route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt to discuss the ongoing dispute between Qatar and its Arab neighbors, renew his call to negotiate constructively to resolve the dispute, and reiterate the need for all countries to follow through on their commitments made at the Riyadh summit to stop terrorist financing and discredit extremist ideology. They also discussed the threat from North Korea and the need for all

countries to implement U.N. Security Council resolutions on North Korea, stop hosting North Korean guest workers, and stop providing economic or military benefits to North Korea.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Warsaw Marriott Hotel, where they remained overnight.

July 6

In the morning, the President traveled to the Royal Castle, where he had a private meeting with President Andrzej Duda of Poland, followed by an expanded bilateral meeting. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., U.S. Ambassador Paul W. Jones, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks, Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, Staff Secretary Rob Porter, Deputy Assistant to the President for Strategic Communications Michael N. Anton, Commerce Department Chief of Staff Wendy L. Teramoto, and Treasury Department Chief of Staff Eli Miller also attended. Later, in the Counsel Room, he participated in a photographic opportunity with leaders of Baltic and Central European countries.

In the afternoon, at the Royal Castle, the President met with President Kolinda Grabar- Kitarovic of Croatia to discuss Croatia-U.S. relations, reaffirm their mutual commitment to supporting stability and security in the Western Balkans, promoting energy security and diversification in Croatia, and supporting the timely completion of the Krk Island liquefied natural gas facility. Secretary Ross, Secretary of the Treasury Mnuchin, Senior Adviser Kushner, National Security Adviser McMaster, Director Cohn, and National Security Council Director for Baltic and Eastern European Affairs Gregory W. Pfleger, Jr.; and Croatian Minister of Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Crafts Martina Dalic, Minister of Environment and Energy Tomislav Coric, Chief of Cabinet Natalija Hmelina, Special Adviser to the President Mate Granic, Adviser to the President for Foreign and European Policy Dario Mihelin, Adviser to the President for Economy Marko Jurcic, and Ambassador to Poland Andrea Bekic also attended. Later, he traveled to Krasinski Square. Then, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Hamburg, Germany. The President's daughter Ivanka and her husband Jared accompanied them.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to the Senate Guest House, where he met with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany.

In the evening, the President traveled to the U.S. Consulate General complex, where he participated in a photographic opportunity and attended the Northeast Asia Security Dinner with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan and President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to discuss the situation in North Korea. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary Mnuchin, and National Security Adviser McMaster also attended. Later, he traveled to the Senate Guest House, where he remained overnight.

July 7

In the morning, the President traveled to the Hamburg Messe conference center, where he greeted Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany and attended a leaders retreat of the Group of Twenty (G–20) nations summit.

In the afternoon, at the Hamburg Messe, the President participated in an official photograph with G–20 leaders. National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn and White House Director of Oval Operations Keith Schiller also attended. Later, he attended a working lunch with G–20 leaders to discuss global economic growth and trade, followed by a working session on sustainable development, climate, and energy. Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin and Director Cohn also attended. Later, he returned to the Senate Guest House.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Elbphilharmonie Hall, where they attended a G–20 summit reception and concert, followed by a social dinner. During the dinner, he had a conversation with President Putin. Later, the President and Mrs. Trump returned to the Senate Guest House, where they remained overnight.

July 8

In the morning, the President traveled to the Hamburg Messe conference center in Hamburg, Germany, where he participated in a working session of the Group of Twenty (G–20) nations summit to discuss international partnerships for African development, migration issues, and global health care promotion. National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn also attended.

In the afternoon, at the Hamburg Messe, on the margins of the G–20 summit, the President met with Prime Minister Malcolm B. Turnbull of Australia, Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom, and President Emmanuel Macron of France. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Director Cohn also attended. Then, also at the Hamburg Messe, he attended a working lunch with G–20 leaders. Also in the afternoon, at the Hamburg Messe, on the margins of the G–20 summit, he met with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to discuss the situation in Syria.

Later in the afternoon, also at the Hamburg Messe, the President participated in the closing session of the G–20 summit. Later, he and Mrs. Trump returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

July 9

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C. in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

July 10

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President visited and prayed with evangelical Christian leaders who were at the White House for a listening session with the Office of Public Liaison. Vice President Michael R. Pence and White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner also attended.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ronald L. Batory to be the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Susan Combs to be Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management, and Budget at the Department of the Interior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Lewis M. Eisenberg to be Ambassador to Italy and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Ambassador to San Marino.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert P. Kadlec to be Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Stephen B. King to be Ambassador to the Czech Republic.

The President announced his intention to nominate Randal K. Quarles to be a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mary Kirtley Waters to be Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to appoint J. Christian Adams and Alan L. King as members of the Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity.

July 11

In the morning, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his and Mrs. Trump's condolences for the 16 U.S. servicemembers who were killed in the crash of the KC–130T military aircraft in Leflore County, Mississippi.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, and National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Haider al- Abadi of Iraq to congratulate the Prime Minister on the liberation of Mosul by Iraqi security forces, marking a major milestone in the fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization, praise the heroism of the Iraqi and U.S. soldiers involved in the campaign, and emphasize the need to consolidate these gains to prevent ISIS or any other terrorist group from returning to liberated areas.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Paris, France, on July 13 and 14.

The President announced his intention to nominate Paul M. Dabbar to be Under Secretary for Science at the Department of Energy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark W. Menezes to be Under Secretary for Energy at the Department of Energy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Dennis C. Shea to be Deputy U.S. Trade Representative for the Geneva Office, with the Rank of Ambassador.

The President announced his intention to appoint David B. Muhlhausen as Director of the National Institute of Justice at the Department of Justice.

July 12

In the morning, in the Roosevelt Room, the President recorded an interview with Pat Robertson of CBN News' "700 Club" program for later broadcast.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Paris, France, arriving the following morning. En route aboard Air Force One, he visited the press cabin and answered questions from reporters.

The President declared a major disaster in New York and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe winter storm and snowstorm on March 14 and 15.

The President declared a major disaster in North Dakota and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding from March 23 through April 29.

July 13

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the U.S. Ambassador's Residence in Paris, France.

In the afternoon, at the U.S. Ambassador's Residence, the President made remarks to Embassy staff and families and participated in a luncheon with U.S. military leaders, including

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe Gen. C. Michael Scaparrotti, USA, and Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. James C. McConville, USA. White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, Director of Central Intelligence Michael R. Pompeo, and Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert also attended. Later, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to the National Hotel dees Invalides, where they participated in an arrival ceremony with President Emmanuel Macron of France and his wife Brigitte. Chief of Staff Priebus, National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, National Security Adviser McMaster, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, and Mr. Bossert also attended. Then, they toured the Dome Church with President Macron, Mrs. Macron, and David Guillet, acting director of the French Army Museum, viewing Napoleon's Tomb, the tomb of Marshal Ferdinand Foch, allied commander of the western front in World War I, and other exhibits within the museum. Then, he traveled to Élysée Palace, where he had a private meeting with President Macron, followed by an expanded bilateral meeting. Chief of Staff Priebus and Director Cohn also attended. During their meetings, they discussed the situations in Syria and Iraq, efforts to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria terrorist organization, confronting Iran's sponsorship of terrorism in the region, and relations between Qatar and neighboring Arab and Gulf States.

In the evening, the President traveled to the U.S. Ambassador's Residence. Later, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Le Jules Verne restaurant at the Eiffel Tower, where they had dinner with President Macron and Mrs. Macron. During their dinner at Le Jules Verne, they were greeted by chef/proprietor Alain Ducasse. Later, they returned to the U.S. Ambassador's Residence, where they remained overnight.

The President announced his intention to nominate Annemarie Carney Axon and Liles C. Burke to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael L. Brown and William M. Ray II to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.

The President announced his intention to nominate William L. "Chip" Campbell, Jr., and Eli

J. Richardson to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas A. Farr to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina.

The President announced his intention to nominate Charles B. Goodwin to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark S. Norris, Sr., and Thomas L.R. Parker to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee.

The President announced his intention to nominate Tilman E. "Tripp" Self III to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia.

The President announced his intention to nominate John J. Bartrum to be Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Stephen Censky to be Deputy Secretary of Agriculture.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kevin J. McIntyre to be a member of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and, upon confirmation, to be designated Chairman.

The President announced his intention to appoint Scott Pace as Executive Secretary of the National Space Council.

July 14

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Place de la Concorde, where they viewed a Bastille Day parade with President Emmanuel Macron of France and his wife Brigitte. Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert also attended.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump returned to Newark, NJ. En route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to discuss the recent liberation of Mosul, Iraq, from the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria terrorist organization, ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the dispute with Qatar, and the need to cut all funding for terrorism and discredit extremist ideology. Upon arrival in Newark, NJ, they traveled to the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in Bedminster, NJ, where he viewed portions of the U.S. Women's Open golf tournament with his son Eric and Mickie V. Gallagher III, the course's director of golf.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump returned to their residence at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in Bedminster, where they remained overnight.

The President announced his intention to nominate Peter E. Deegan, Jr., to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Iowa.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert J. Higdon, Jr., to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffrey B. Jensen to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas L. Kirsch II to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Indiana.

The President announced his intention to nominate Marc Krickbaum to be U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Iowa.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joshua J. Minkler to be U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Indiana.

July 15

In the afternoon, at the golf course at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in Bedminster, NJ, the President viewed portions of the U.S. Women's Open golf tournament, greeted fans, and entertained guests, including golfers Paula Creamer, Sandra Gal, Rachel Heck, Cristie Kerr, Suzann Pettersen, and Alexis Thompson, who were competing in the tournament. His son Eric F. Trump and daughter-in-law Lara Trump, and Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., also attended.

In the evening, the President returned to his residence at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, where he remained overnight.

The President announced the appointment of Ty Cobb as White House Special Counsel.

July 16

In the afternoon, at the golf course at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in Bedminster, NJ, the President viewed portions of the U.S. Women's Open golf tournament, greeted fans, and entertained guests. National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster also attended, and Mrs. Trump and the President's daughter Ivanka M. Trump joined him to view a portion of the tournament.

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC. Assistant to the President Ivanka

M. Trump, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and Director of Social Media Daniel Scavino, Jr., accompanied him.

July 17

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Later, on the South Lawn and State Floor, he and Vice President Pence toured exhibits of U.S.-made products on display as part of the White House "Made in America Product Showcase." Then, he posted a video to his official Twitter feed promoting the showcase event.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had dinner with Sens. A. Lamar Alexander, Jr., Roy D. Blunt, John Cornyn, Steven D. Daines, James Lankford, Richard C. Shelby, and John R. Thune.

The President announced his intention to nominate Peter H. Barlerin to be Ambassador to Cameroon.

The President announced his intention to nominate Rostin Behnam to be a Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael Dourson to be Assistant Administrator for Toxic Substances at the Environmental Protection Agency.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph Kernan to be Under Secretary for Intelligence at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Guy B. Roberts to be Assistant Secretary for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Programs at the Department of Defense.

July 18

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said of Oman to discuss Oman-U.S. relations, ways to resolve regional conflicts, and efforts to counter Iran's destabilizing activities in the region.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President attended a Cabinet affairs meeting.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., to be Ambassador to Russia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Hester M. Peirce to be a Commissioner of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

July 19

In the morning, in the Situation Room, the President was briefed by members of the National Security Council staff. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with U.S. Ambassador to China Terry E. Branstad.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Peter Baker, Maggie Haberman, and Michael S. Schmidt of the New York Times. Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks also attended, and the President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and granddaughter Arabella R. Kushner joined him for a portion of the interview.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Norfolk, VA, on July 22.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph Balash to be Assistant Secretary for Land and Mineral Management at the Department of the Interior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Samuel H. Clovis, Jr., to be Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics at the Department of Agriculture.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel A. Craig to be Deputy Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Administration at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to nominate J. Steven Dowd to be U.S. Director of the African Development Bank.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark T. Esper to be Secretary of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kathleen M. Fitzpatrick to Ambassador to Timor-Leste.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel J. Kaniewski to be Deputy Administrator for National Preparedness of the Federal Emergency Management Administration at the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to nominate Anthony Kurta to be Principal Deputy Under Secretary for Personnel and Readiness at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ted McKinney to be Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the Department of Agriculture.

The President announced his intention to nominate A. Wess Mitchell to be Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert L. Wilkie to be Under Secretary for Personnel and Readiness at the Department of Defense.

July 20

In the morning, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence traveled to the Pentagon in Arlington, VA, where they met with the President's national security team to discuss efforts to combat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization, U.S. troop levels in Afghanistan, and other national security issues. Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, also attended. Following the meeting, in the Chairman's Hallway, he and Vice President Pence greeted U.S. servicemembers.

The President announced his intention to nominate John R. Bass to be Ambassador to Afghanistan.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael J. Dodman to be Ambassador to Mauritania.

The President announced his intention to nominate C.J. Mahoney Deputy U.S. Trade Representative for Investment, Services, Labor, Environment, Africa, China, and the Western Hemisphere, with the rank of Ambassador, in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michele J. Sison to be Ambassador to Haiti.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the Federal Service Impasses Panel at the Federal Labor Relations Authority: Mark A. Carter; Andrea Fischer Newman; David R. Osborne; Karen Czarnecki; Donald Todd; Jonathan Riches; and Vincent Vernuccio.

July 21

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he participated in a credentialing ceremony for newly appointed Ambassadors to the U.S.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Sa'ad al-Hariri of Lebanon to the White House on July 25.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Beaver, WV, on July 24. The President announced the appointment of Anthony Scaramucci as White House

Communications Director.

The President announced the resignation of White House Press Secretary Sean M. Spicer. The President announced the appointment of Sarah Huckabee Sanders as White House Press

Secretary.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark A. Klaassen to be U.S. attorney for the District of Wyoming.

The President announced his intention to nominate J. Douglas Overbey to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Tennessee.

The President announced his intention to nominate Byung Jin "BJay" Pak to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Georgia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ronald A. Parsons, Jr., to be U.S. attorney for the District of South Dakota.

The President announced his intention to nominate Charles E. Peeler to serve as U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Georgia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Bryan Schroeder to be U.S. attorney for the District of Alaska.

July 22

In the morning, the President traveled to Norfolk, VA.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Potomac Falls, VA, where at the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., he had lunch with White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, and Secretary of the Treasury Steven

T. Mnuchin and his wife Louise Linton. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

July 23

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C. in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Vienna, OH, on July 25.

July 24

In the morning, in the East Room, the President participated in a photographic opportunity with the summer class of White House interns.

In the afternoon, in the Presidential Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael

R. Pence had lunch. Later, in the State Dining Room, they met with individuals adversely affected by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Glen Jean, WV. In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ann Marie Buerkle to be Chairman of the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Peter Hoekstra to be Ambassador to the Netherlands.

The President announced his intention to nominate Justin H. Siberell to be Ambassador to Bahrain.

The President announced his intention to appoint Christopher Krebs as Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection at the Department of Homeland Security.

July 25

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the afternoon, on the West Wing Portico, the President welcomed Prime Minister Sa'ad al- Hariri of Lebanon. Then, in the Cabinet Room, they had an expanded bilateral meeting and made remarks. Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, National Security Adviser McMaster, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump also attended. Later, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Struthers, OH, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Youngstown, OH. Later, they returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Editor-in- Chief Gerard Baker, Deputy Editor-in-Chief Matt Murray, Washington Bureau Chief Paul Beckett, White House reporters Michael C. Bender and Peter Nicholas, and photographer T.J. Kirkpatrick of the Wall Street Journal. National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn, White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus, Communications Director–designate Anthony Scaramucci, Director of Strategic Communications Hope C. Hicks, and Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump also attended.

The President declared a major disaster in Oklahoma and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding from May 16 through May 20.

July 26

In the morning, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed that transgender individuals would no longer be permitted to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President, Mrs. Trump, and White House Communications Director–designate Anthony Scaramucci had dinner with Fox News television hosts Ainsley Earhardt, Kimberly A. Guilfoyle, Sean Hannity, and Brian Kilmeade, and former copresident Bill Shine. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended a portion of the dinner.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Suffolk County, NY, on July

28.

The President announced his intention to nominate Samuel D. Brownback to be Ambassador

at Large for International Religious Freedom at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel J. Kritenbrink to be Ambassador to Vietnam.

July 27

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

July 28

Early in the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Sen. John S. McCain III to discuss the upcoming vote on health insurance reform legislation.

Later in the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Nikki Randhawa Haley.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Brentwood, NY. Later, he returned to Washington,

DC.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Abdullah II of Jordan

to discuss the situation in the Middle East, recent efforts taken to deescalate tensions, and Jordan's important role in regional security.

The President announced the resignation of White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus.

The President announced the appointment of Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly as White House Chief of Staff.

July 29

In the evening, at the Trump International Hotel, Washington D.C., the President had dinner with incoming White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and his wife Hilary Geary, and Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin and his wife Louise Linton.

July 30

In the morning, the President traveled to Potomac Falls, Virginia. In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, the President announced on his personal Facebook feed that he will hold a "Make America Great Again" rally in Huntington, WV, on August 3.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss North Korea's most recent intercontinental ballistic missile launch, the joint Japan-U.S. commitment to expand economic and diplomatic pressure on North Korea, and the

U.S. commitment to defend Japan and South Korea in the event of an attack.

July 31

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with U.S. Ambassador to Israel David

M. Friedman.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel M. Gade to be a member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Melissa S. Glynn to be Assistant Secretary for Enterprise Integration at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to nominate John W. Henderson to be Assistant Secretary for Installations, Environment, and Energy at the Department of the Air Force.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ryan D. Nelson to be Solicitor of the Department of the Interior.

August 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Huntington, WV, on August 3.

The President declared a major disaster in Nebraska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and straight-line winds from June 12 through 17.

August 2

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Sen. Robert J. Portman.

The White House announced the resignation of Ezra A. Cohen-Watnick as White House Senior Director of Intelligence Programs.

The President declared a major disaster in Michigan and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from June 22 through 27.

August 3

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Huntington, WV, arriving in the evening. The President's son Eric F. Trump and his wife Lara and White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner accompanied him.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Big Sandy Superstore Arena & Convention Center, where he participated in a "Make America Great Again" rally and made remarks. Later, he returned to Washington, DC. The President's son Eric, daughter-in-law Lara, and Senior Adviser Kushner accompanied him.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jamie D. McCourt to be Ambassador to France and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Ambassador to Monaco.

The President announced his intention to nominate Duke Buchan III to be Ambassador to Spain and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Ambassador to Andorra.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas J. Hushek to be Ambassador to South Sudan.

The President announced the nomination of Michael B. Brennan to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of L. Steven Grasz to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of Donald C. Coggins, Jr., and A. Marvin Quattlebaum, Jr., to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina.

The President announced the nomination of Terry A. Doughty and Michael J. Juneau to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.

The President announced the nomination Holly Lou Teeter to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas.

The President announced the nomination of Robert E. Wier and Robert M. Duncan, Jr., to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky.

The President announced the nomination of Elizabeth A. Copeland and Patrick J. Urda to be judges on the U.S. Tax Court.

The President announced the nomination of Scott C. Blader to be U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin.

The President announced the nomination of John R. Lausch, Jr., to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Illinois.

The President announced the nomination of William J. Powell to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of West Virginia.

August 4

In the morning, at the headquarters of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence received a briefing on the upcoming hurricane season, toured a FEMA command center with Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine C. Duke, and visited with employees.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Pence had lunch. Then, he had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel Macron of France to discuss increased cooperation in Syria and Iraq and countering malign Iranian influence in the region, the importance of forging a political resolution in Libya and countering terrorist activity in the Sahel region of Africa, and their mutual concerns regarding the situations in Venezuela, Ukraine, and North Korea. Later, he traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where at his residence at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he remained overnight. His daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, son-in-law, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and their children accompanied him.

August 5

In the morning, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President received a briefing from White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on the crash of U.S. military MV–22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft off the coast of Queensland, Australia.

During the day, the President met with Chief of Staff Kelly. He also greeted a wedding party, posed for photographs, and visited briefly with wedding guests.

The President declared a major disaster in Wyoming and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding from June 7 through 22.

August 6

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to discuss North Korea's July 28 launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile, affirm that North Korea poses a grave and growing direct threat to the United States, South Korea, and Japan, applaud the new U.N. Security Council resolution that garnered unanimous support, and emphasize their joint commitment to implement fully all relevant resolutions and urge continued international action.

During the day, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President received updates from White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on the crash of U.S. military MV–22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft off the coast of Queensland, Australia.

August 7

In the morning, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also had a telephone conversation with White House Chief of Staff John

F. Kelly and Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson to discuss the situation in North Korea and Secretary Tillerson's recent travel to Southeast Asia.

In the evening, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed that he will travel to New York City in mid-August.

August 8

In the morning, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the evening, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed his endorsement of Sen. Luther J. Strange III in the upcoming special senatorial election in Alabama.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Sen. Luther J. Strange III to discuss the upcoming special senatorial election in Alabama.

The President declared a major disaster in Oregon and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe winter storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from January 7 through January 10.

August 9

In the morning, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President had an intelligence briefing.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell to discuss health insurance reform legislation. He also signed commissions, letters, and memorandums.

The President declared a major disaster in New Hampshire and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding on July 1 and 2.

August 10

In the afternoon, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch.

The President announced the appointment of Neil Chatterjee as Chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

The President announced the appointment of Peter D. Kinder as the Alternate Federal Cochairperson of the Delta Regional Authority.

August 11

In the evening, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to review the situation in North Korea, including the recent adoption of a new U.N. Security Council resolution, reiterate their mutual commitment to denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, and discuss China-U.S. relations. He also had a telephone conversation with Gov. Edward B. Calvo of Guam to discuss the situation in North Korea and express Federal Government support in the face of any threats to the island Territory.

The White House announced that the President will return to Washington, DC, on August

13.

August 12

In the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Gov. Terence R. McAuliffe of Virginia to discuss the situation in Charlottesville, VA, in which protesters clashed over the proposed removal of a statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee in Emancipation Park.

In the evening, the President posted separate statements on his personal Twitter feed offering his condolences to the families and fellow officers of Virginia State Police Lt. Henry J. "Jay" Cullen III and Trooper Pilot Berke M.M. Bates, who were killed in the helicopter crash that occurred while monitoring the situation in Charlottesville; and to the family of Heather D. Heyer, who was killed during the vehicular attack in Charlottesville, and on behalf of those injured in the attack.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel Macron of France to discuss the need to confront North Korea's destabilizing behavior and international efforts to enforce United Nations sanctions and denuclearize North Korea.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to New York City on August 15 and 16.

August 13

During the day, the President received regular updates on the situation in Charlottesville, VA. He also participated in an interview with Fox News.

August 14

In the morning, the President returned to Washington, DC. Later, in the Treaty Room, he met with White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly. Then, also in the Treaty Room, he met with Attorney General Jefferson B. Sessions III and Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Christopher A. Wray.

In the afternoon, in the Blue Room, the President met with the National Economic Council. In the evening, the President traveled to New York City, where at his residence at Trump

Tower, he remained overnight. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister

Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss the growing threat from North Korea, including the regime's most

recent threats to U.S. and Japanese territory. President Trump reaffirmed the U.S. resolve to defend and respond to any threat or actions taken by North Korea against the United States or its allies, South Korea and Japan.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to congratulate the 1.2 billion citizens of India, who will celebrate 70 years of freedom and independence on August 15, discuss efforts to enhance peace and stability across the Indo-Pacific region, and review the importance of the upcoming Global Entrepreneurship Summit in India in November. President Trump welcomed the first ever shipment of U.S. crude oil to India, pledging that the United States would continue to be a reliable, long-term supplier of energy, and thanked Prime Minister Modi for his strong leadership in uniting the world against the North Korean threat.

The President announced his intention to appoint Tomas J. Philipson as a member of the Council of Economic Advisers.

August 15

In the afternoon, at his residence at Trump Tower, the President participated in a discussion on infrastructure and signed an Executive order establishing discipline and accountability in the environmental review and permitting process for infrastructure.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend the EXPO International Fair on Future Energy in Astana, Kazakhstan, on August 28: J. Richard Perry (head of delegation); George A. Krol; Kevin J. Cramer; Ray W. Washburne; Lisa Curtis; and Ronald J. Pollett.

The President announced his intention to appoint Cameron P. Quinn as Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties at the Department of Homeland Security.

August 16

In the afternoon, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed that he was disbanding both the President's Strategy and Policy Forum and the Manufacturing Jobs Initiative advisory council. Later,, returned to Bedminster, NJ, where, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he signed H.R. 3218, the Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2017.

In the evening, the President posted an entry to his personal Twitter feed announcing that he would travel to Phoenix, AZ, and hold a "Make America Great Again" rally on August 22. He remained overnight at his residence at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Camp David, MD, on August

18.

The President declared a major disaster in Vermont and ordered Federal assistance to

supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from June 29 through July 1.

August 17

In the afternoon, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President had lunch with Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida. Later, he met with Administrator of the Small Business Administration Linda E. McMahon to discuss the agency's tax reform and deregulation initiative.

In the evening, at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, the President hosted an outreach dinner for Republican Party donors.

During the day, the President was briefed by White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on the vehicular terrorist attack in a pedestrianized section of Las Ramblas boulevard in Barcelona, Spain.

The White House announced the cancellation of the President's Strategy and Policy Forum, the Manufacturing Jobs Initiative advisory council, and the President's Advisory Council on Infrastructure.

August 18

In the morning, the President traveled to Hagerstown, MD.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Camp David, MD. Then, in the Laurel Lodge, he and Vice President Michael R. Pence had a working lunch with members of the National Security Council and other senior advisers. Later, also in the Laurel Lodge, he participated in a briefing with the National Security Council to discuss a new strategy to protect U.S. interests in South Asia.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Hagerstown, MD. Then, he traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where at his residence at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he remained overnight.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy Brey of Spain to offer his condolences to the victims and families of the August 17 terrorist attacks in Barcelona and Cambrils and pledge the U.S. support in investigating the attack and bringing the perpetrators and their associates to justice.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Reno, NV, on August 23. The President announced his intention to appoint John B. Sherman as Chief Information

Officer at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

The White House announced the resignation of White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon.

The President declared a major disaster in West Virginia and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides on July 28 and 29.

August 19

Early in the morning, the President posted a statement on his personal Twitter feed offering his thoughts and prayers to Kissimmee Police Department Sgt. R. Samuel Howard III and Ofc. Matthew Baxter, who were shot in the line of duty in Kissimmee, FL, on August 18 and later died of their injuries.

The White House announced that the President and Mrs. Trump will not attend the 2017 Kennedy Center Honors Gala at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on December 3.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Marine Corps Air Station Yuma in Yuma, AZ, on August 22.

August 20

In the evening, the President, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron returned to Washington, DC. His daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, and her children Arabella R., Joseph F., and Theodore J. Kushner accompanied him. Upon arrival at the White House, on the South Lawn, the President thanked Maj. Randall C. White, USMC, who completed his final flight as

pilot of Marine One. He also visited and posed for photographs with Maj. White's wife Lisa, their children Clay and Keira, and his parents William and Lynn White.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, VA, to address U.S. servicemembers and the Nation on U.S. strategy in Afghanistan and South Asia on August 21.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Phoenix, AZ, on August 22.

August 21

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence. Later, in the Oval Office, he had a meeting with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Then, on the Blue Room Balcony, he, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron observed the partial solar eclipse. The President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, also joined them.

Later in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, he participated in a swearing-in ceremony for Robert W. Johnson IV as U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom.

In the evening, the President traveled to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, VA. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Reno, NV, on August

23.

August 22

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Marine Corps Air Station Yuma in Yuma, AZ. Then, he traveled to the Yuma International Airport, where, in Hangar F, he visited with U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and toured border protection equipment used by the agency. Later, on the tarmac at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, he greeted marines and their family members.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Phoenix, AZ. Upon arrival, he traveled to the Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia hotel in Scottsdale, AZ.

In the evening, the President traveled to Phoenix. Later, he returned to the Omni Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Montelucia hotel in Scottsdale, where he remained overnight.

The President announced his intention to appoint Jeffrey Y. Grappone as Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Department of Labor.

August 23

In the morning, the President traveled to Reno, NV.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia to the White House on September 12.

August 24

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Later, also in the Oval

Office, he met with Vice President Michael R. Pence, Office of Management and Budget Director John M. "Mick" Mulvaney, and staff from the White House Office of Legislative Affairs.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President met with General Zulkifeli bin Muhammad Zin, Director General of the Malaysian National Security Council, and Malaysian Ambassador to the U.S. Zulhasnan Rafique, to express his gratitude to Malaysia for assisting in the recovery of

U.S. sailors from the USS John S. McCain, and to discuss the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia to the White House on September 12.

Also during the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Gregory

W. Abbott of Texas and Gov. John Bel Edwards of Louisiana to commit Federal resources and assistance in response to Hurricane Harvey.

August 25

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President was briefed on preparedness and response efforts of State, local, and Federal officials for Hurricane Harvey by White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine C. Duke, Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator W. Brock Long, and Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the afternoon, the President, Mrs. Trump, and Barron traveled to Camp David, MD. The President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, son-in-law, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and their children Arabella R., Joseph F., and Theodore J. Kushner accompanied them.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Gregory W. Abbott of Texas and Gov. John Bel Edwards of Louisiana to discuss the impact and response to Hurricane Harvey.

Also during the day, the President was briefed on North Korea's most recent test launch of short-range ballistic missiles.

The White House announced the end of Sebastian L. Gorka's tenure as Deputy Assistant to the President.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffery M. Baran to be a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael T. Evanoff to be Assistant Secretary for Diplomatic Security at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate Andrei Iancu to be Under Secretary for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate Adam I. Klein to be a member and Chairman of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board.

The President announced his intention to nominate the following individuals to be Representatives of the United States to the 72d Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations: Christopher H. Smith; Barbara J. Lee; Lloyd Claycomb; and Carlos Trujillo.

The President declared a major disaster in Texas and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Harvey beginning August 23 and continuing.

August 26

In the morning, at Camp David, MD, the President received updates from Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on Hurricane Harvey. Later, also at Camp David, he had a video teleconference with Vice President Michael R. Pence and top administration and Cabinet officials, who joined him remotely from the Situation Room at the White House, to discuss continued Federal support for Hurricane Harvey response and recovery efforts, review expectations for Federal departments and agencies to remain fully engaged and positioned to support his number-one priority of saving lives, and thank volunteers and faith-based organizations for providing assistance to their fellow Americans. Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine C. Duke, and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator W. Brock Long also participated.

August 27

In the morning, at Camp David, MD, the President convened a video teleconference with Vice President Michael R. Pence, Cabinet members, and senior members of his administration to receive an update on storm conditions and an assessment of damage in southeastern Texas.

In the afternoon, the President, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron returned to Washington, DC His daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, son-in-law, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and their children Arabella R., Joseph F., and Theodore J. Kushner accompanied them.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Texas on August 29.

The President declared a major disaster in Iowa and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding from July 19 through July 23.

The President declared a major disaster in Idaho and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding, landslides, and mudslides from May 6 through June 16.

August 28

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing, followed by a national security briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson. Then, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of Education Elisabeth P. DeVos. Later, on the West Wing Portico, he welcomed President Sauli Niinisto of Finland to the White House. Then, in the Oval Office, he and President Niinisto had a restricted bilateral meeting.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss North Korea's recent missile launch over Japanese territory and reaffirm

their joint commitment to increase the international pressure on North Korea.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Corpus Christi, TX, on August 29.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Springfield, MO, on August 30.

The President declared a major disaster in Louisiana and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Tropical Storm Harvey beginning on August 27 and continuing.

August 29

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Corpus Christi, TX. Before boarding Marine One en route to Joint Base Andrews, on the South Lawn, he answered a reporter's question. While en route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong of Singapore to discuss Hurricane Harvey response efforts and the threat posed by North Korea's recent missile launches over Japan.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Austin, TX, where, in the Governor's Briefing Room of the Emergency Operations Center at the Texas Department of Public Safety, he received a briefing on Hurricane Harvey response and recovery efforts. Later, they returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Texas and Louisiana on September 2.

August 30

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer. Later, he traveled to Springfield, MO, arriving in the afternoon. His daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, accompanied him.

Also in the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss continued Japan-U.S. joint efforts to address North Korea's missile launch over Japanese territory on August 29.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. Assistant to the President Ivanka

M. Trump accompanied him. While en route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with Gov. Gregory W. Abbott of Texas.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to discuss the damage and loss of life resulting from Hurricane Harvey, mutual efforts to defeat terrorism, and the importance of all parties involved working together to resolve the diplomatic dispute with Qatar and following through on the commitments made at the Riyadh summit in Saudi Arabia.

The President announced his intention to appoint Frederic V. Malek as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and to designate him as Chair.

August 31

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, Canada-U.S. relations, and the potential for renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

September 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had a telephone conversation with President Nursultan Nazarbayev of Kazakhstan to discuss Kazakhstan-U.S. relations, express appreciation for Kazakh support of the

new U.S. strategy in Afghanistan and South Asia, and congratulate President Nazarbayev on his hosting of Expo 2017 in Astana.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to discuss their coordinated response efforts to North Korea's recent actions, reaffirm close cooperation between U.S., South Korea, and Japan, and renew their pledge to strengthen diplomatic and economic sanctions against North Korea. He also had a telephone conversation with President Juan Manuel Santos Calderon of Colombia to discuss the damage and devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey, review the situation in Venezuela, and emphasize the need for Colombia to eliminate illegal drug production and trafficking.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Houston, TX, on September 2.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Lake Charles, LA, on September 2.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Amir Sabah al-Ahmad al- Jabir al-Sabah of Kuwait to the White House on September 7.

The President announced his intention to nominate James T. Abbott and Colleen D. Kiko to be members of the Federal Labor Relations Authority.

The President announced his intention to nominate Larry E. Andre, Jr., to be Ambassador to Djibouti.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert F. Behler to be Director of Operational Test and Evaluation at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate James F. Bridenstine to be Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas L. Carter to be U.S. Representative on the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization, with the rank of Ambassador.

The President announced his intention to nominate John C. Demers to be Assistant Attorney General for the National Security Division at the Department of Justice.

The President announced his intention to nominate Nina M. Fite to be Ambassador to Angola.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel L. Foote to be Ambassador to Zambia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Timothy C. Gallaudet to be Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark L. Greenblatt to be Inspector General of the Export-Import Bank of the U.S.

The President announced his intention to nominate Richard Grenell to be Ambassador to Germany.

The President announced his intention to nominate Gregory A. Ibach to be Under Secretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert J. Jackson, Jr., to be a member of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kenneth I. Juster to be Ambassador to India.

The President announced his intention to nominate W. Robert Kohorst to be Ambassador to Croatia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Matthew Z. Leopold to be an Assistant Administrator and General Counsel of the Environmental Protection Agency.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas A. Marino to be Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Cheryl L. Mason to be Chairman of the Board of Veterans' Appeals.

The President announced his intention to nominate Edward Masso to be Ambassador to Estonia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Katherine B. McGuire to be an Assistant Secretary of Labor of the Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Edward T. McMullen, Jr., to be Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jonathan F. Mitchell to be Chairman of the Administrative Conference of the United States.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas B. Modly to be Under Secretary of the Navy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Emily W. Murphy to be Administrator of the General Services Administration.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jennifer G. Newstead to be Legal Advisor at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate William H. Northey to be Under Secretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services at the Department of Agriculture.

The President announced his intention to nominate Frederick M. Nutt to be Controller of the Office of Federal Financial Management in the Office of Management and Budget.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeff Tien Han Pon to be Director of the Office of Personnel Management.

The President announced his intention to nominate Randy C. Reeves to be Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to nominate David D. Reimer to be Ambassador to Mauritius and Seychelles.

The President announced his intention to nominate David P. Ross to be Assistant Administrator of the Office of Water at the Environment Protection Agency.

The President announced his intention to nominate Christopher R. Sharpley to be Inspector General of the Central Intelligence Agency.

The President announced his intention to nominate Cheryl M. Stanton to be Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Suzanne I. Tufts to be an Assistant Secretary for Administration at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate Stephen A. Vaden to be General Counsel at the Department of Agriculture.

The President announced his intention to nominate Bruce J. Walker to be Assistant Secretary of the Office of Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability at the Department of Energy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Margaret Weichert to be Deputy Director for Management at the Office of Management and Budget.

The President announced his intention to nominate Eric P. Whitaker to be Ambassador to Niger.

The President announced his intention to nominate Steven E. Winberg to be an Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy at the Department of Energy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Dean L. Winslow to be an Assistant Secretary for Health Affairs at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate David G. Zatezalo to be Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health at the Department of Labor.

September 2

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base, TX, where they greeted people impacted by Hurricane Harvey with Mayor Sylvester Turner of Houston, TX, and Gov. Gregory W. Abbott of Texas and his wife Cecilia. Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator W. Brock Long also attended.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Houston, TX, where, at the NRG Center, they visited with displaced families staying in the shelter due to the flooding resulting from Hurricane Harvey and assisted the American Red Cross in serving lunch. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., also attended. He also made brief remarks to reporters and answered questions. Then, they traveled to Pearland, TX, where at the First Church of Pearland, they visited with volunteers and helped pass out supplies to local families who are in the beginning stages of rebuilding or recovering their homes.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Houston, where they toured a neighborhood damaged by Hurricane Harvey flooding and greeted residents with Gov. Abbott and Sen. Edward R. "Ted" Cruz. Then, they traveled to Ellington Field, where they met with Members of Congress from the Texas delegation and thanked servicemembers from the U.S. Coast Guard for their search-and-recovery efforts following the storm. Then, they traveled to Lake Charles, LA, where at the Chennault International Airport, they met with Members of Congress from the Louisiana delegation. Then, at the Louisiana National Guard Armory, they met with Gov. John Bel Edwards and his wife Donna to discuss Louisiana's effort to help residents in Southwest Louisiana and Texas impacted by Hurricane Harvey and thank members of the Louisiana National Guard and the Cajun Navy who helped rescue people. Then, they returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening. En route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss ongoing efforts to maximize

pressure on North Korea and reaffirm the importance of close cooperation between the U.S., Japan, and South Korea in the face of the growing threat from North Korea.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to Texas by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for debris removal and emergency protective measures as a result of Hurricane Harvey.

September 3

In the morning, at Saint John's Church, the President and Mrs. Trump attended service in observance of the National Day of Prayer for the Victims of Hurricane Harvey and for Our National Response and Recovery Efforts.

In the afternoon, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had a meeting with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, and other members of his national security team to discuss the situation in North Korea and evaluate available military options for confronting the threat posed by its continued nuclear and ballistic missile tests.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with National Aeronautics and Space Administration astronauts Peggy A. Whitson and Jack D. Fischer, who just returned to Earth after lengthy stays aboard the International Space Station.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss North Korea's claimed test of a hydrogen bomb on September 3, condemn North Korea's continued destabilizing and provocative actions, confirm their ironclad mutual defense commitments, and pledge to continue close cooperation. President Trump reaffirmed the

U.S. commitment to defending its homeland, Territories, and allies using the full range of diplomatic, conventional, and nuclear capabilities.

September 4

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to discuss the allied response to North Korea's claimed September 3 test of a hydrogen bomb, underscore the grave threat that North Korea's latest provocation poses to the entire world, agree to maximize pressure on North Korea using all means at their disposal, and pledge to strengthen joint military capabilities. President Trump gave his in-principle approval of South Korea's initiative to lift restrictions on their missile payload capabilities and provided his conceptual approval for a large purchase of U.S. military weapons and equipment by South Korea. He also had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to discuss North Korea's reported hydrogen bomb test, condemn North Korea's continued reckless and dangerous behavior, and reaffirm the importance of close coordination at the United Nations.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Bismarck, ND, on September 6. The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Mandan, ND, on

September 6.

September 5

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President received a briefing from members of the National Security Council. Later, also in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with the National Economic Council. Later, he had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Malcolm B. Turnbull of Australia to discuss North Korea's claimed test of a hydrogen bomb on September 3, condemn North Korea's belligerent actions, and confirm their joint commitment to denuclearize North Korea.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to discuss the situation in North Korea, agreeing that the reported hydrogen bomb test only strengthens the world's determination to confront the growing North Korean threat, reiterate that all options remain open to defend the U.S. and its allies against North Korean aggression, and confirm their joint resolve to continue working closely together on increasing diplomatic and economic pressure on North Korea and call on others to do the same.

The President declared an emergency in Florida and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 4 and continuing.

The President declared an emergency in Puerto Rico and ordered Federal assistance to supplement Commonwealth and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 5 and continuing.

The President declared an emergency in the U.S. Virgin Islands and ordered Federal assistance to supplement the response efforts of the Territory due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 5 and continuing.

September 6

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to discuss North Korea's September 3 test of a powerful nuclear device, condemn North Korea's latest provocative and destabilizing action, and emphasize that North Korea's current path is dangerous to the world and not in its own interest. President Trump and President Xi committed to strengthen coordination toward denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell and Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer; and Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan, House Majority Leader Kevin O. McCarthy, and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi. Vice President Michael R. Pence and Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin also attended.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Mandan, ND. His daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, accompanied him. Before boarding Marine One en route to Joint Base Andrews, on the South Lawn, he made brief remarks to reporters and answered a question. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to discuss ways to continue advancing shared priorities, including enhancing security and prosperity in the Middle East, and agree that King Salman will visit the White House in early 2018.

Also during the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Ricardo

A. Rosselló Nevares of Puerto Rico, Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida, and Gov. Kenneth E. Mapp of the U.S. Virgin Islands to express his support for the people affected by Hurricane Irma, confirm that the Federal Government has been actively readying for the Hurricane Irma response even as the Government continues to support the States of Texas and Louisiana following Hurricane Harvey, and emphasize that the Federal Emergency Management Agency will continue to coordinate with local emergency management staff and will work with other Federal partners to help support the Territory and State recovery efforts.

The President announced the appointment of Keith B. Davids as Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Director of the White House Military Office.

The President announced the appointment of Zachary D. Fuentes as Special Assistant to the President and Assistant to the Chief of Staff.

The President announced the appointment of Kirstjen M. Nielsen as Assistant to the President and Principal Deputy Chief of Staff.

The President announced the appointment of Robert L. Peede as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of Presidential Advance.

The President announced the appointment of Daniel P. Walsh as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of the White House Military Office.

September 7

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence met with senior members of the administration to discuss initial Federal support for Hurricane Irma preparation, response, and recovery, as well as ongoing support for recovery from Hurricane Harvey, in affected States and Territories. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

Also in the morning, the President had separate telephone conversations with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell, Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer, Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan, and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi to discuss the agreement to raise the Nation's borrowing limit, fund Federal Government operations through mid-December, and fund disaster assistance for Hurricane Harvey relief and recovery efforts.

In the afternoon, on the West Wing Portico, the President welcomed Amir Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jabir al-Sabah of Kuwait. Then, in the Oval Office, he and Amir Sabah had a meeting and made remarks. .

Later in the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President met with Sen. Schumer, Rep.

Peter T. King, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo of New York, and other New York and New Jersey officials to discuss Federal Government involvement in the Gateway Program infrastructure expansion project for the Northeast Corridor rail system. National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn also attended. Following the expanded meeting, in the Oval Office, he met with Sen. Schumer.

In the evening, at the Residence, the President had a working dinner with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan to review the fall legislative agenda, including priorities such as tax reform, the fiscal year 2018 budget, funding for Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, raising the debt ceiling, and the continuing resolution to keep Government operations funded.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar to discuss the continued threat Iran poses to regional stability. The President underscored the importance of all countries following through on commitments from the Riyadh summit to maintain unity while defeating terrorism, cutting off funding for terrorist groups, and combating extremist ideology.

The President announced his intention to nominate James F. Geurts to be Assistant Secretary for Research, Development, and Acquisition at the Department of the Navy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Carla Sands to be Ambassador to Denmark.

The President announced his intention to nominate Rebecca Eliza Gonzales to be Ambassador to Lesotho.

The President announced his intention to nominate Manisha Singh to be Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to appoint Pamela J. Bondi as a member of the President's Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis.

The President declared a major disaster in the U.S. Virgin Islands and ordered Federal aid to supplement recovery efforts in the Territory due to Hurricane Irma beginning on September 6 and continuing.

The President declared an emergency in South Carolina and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 6 and continuing.

The President announced the nomination of Ryan W. Bounds of Oregon to be a judge on the

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of Elizabeth L. Branch to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of Gregory G. Katsas to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.

The President announced the nomination of R. Stan Baker to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia.

The President announced the nomination of Jeffrey U. Beaverstock to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama.

The President announced the nomination of John W. Broomes of Kansas to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas.

The President announced the nomination of Walter D. Counts III to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas.

The President announced the nomination of Rebecca Grady Jennings to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky.

The President announced the nomination of Matthew J. Kacsmaryk and Karen Gren Scholer to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas.

The President announced the nomination of Emily Coody Marks and Brett J. Talley to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama.

The President announced the nomination of Jeff Mateer to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.

The President announced the nomination of Terry F. Moorer to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama.

The President announced the nomination of Matthew S. Petersen to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.

The President announced the nomination of Fernando Rodriguez, Jr., to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas.

September 8

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President received a briefing from members of the National Security Council. Later, also in the Oval Office, he received a briefing on Hurricane Irma from Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator W. Brock Long and Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended. The President was provided an overview of the recent impact of

the hurricane on the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and neighboring islands and the ongoing response efforts of the Federal and Territorial governments. Administrator Long discussed the projected track of Hurricane Irma as it approaches Florida and the potential impacts, as well as Hurricane Jose as it approaches the Leeward Islands. The President pledged continued support to the Governors of the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Florida and urges all those in the path of these storms to heed the directions of State, Territorial, and local officials.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Camp David, MD, where they were later joined by Vice President Pence and his wife Karen.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a credentialing ceremony for newly appointed Ambassadors to the U.S.

Also during the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, and Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar to underscore that unity among the Arab partners is essential to promoting regional stability and countering the threat of Iran and emphasize that all countries must follow through on commitments from the Riyadh summit to defeat terrorism, cut off funding for terrorist groups, and combat extremist ideology. He also had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel Macron of France to offer his condolences for the devastation and loss of life on the French territories of St. Barthélemy and St. Martin due to Hurricane Irma and extend U.S. support to the French Government during this tragic time.

The President announced his intention to nominate John F. Bash to be U.S. attorney for the Western District of Texas.

The President announced his intention to nominate Scott W. Brady to be U.S. attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania.

The President announced his intention to nominate Bobby L. Christine to be U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Georgia.

The President announced his intention to nominate David J. Freed to be U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.

The President announced his intention to nominate Andrew E. Lelling to be U.S. attorney for the District of Massachusetts.

The President announced his intention to nominate Stephen R. McAllister to be U.S. attorney for the District of Kansas.

The President announced his intention to nominate Matthew G.T. Martin to be U.S. attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina.

The President announced his intention to nominate R. Andrew Murray to be U.S. attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael B. Stuart to be U.S. attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Howard R. Elliott to be Administrator of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Paul Trombino III to be the Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced the nomination of William L. Wehrum to be Assistant Administrator for Air and Radiation at the Environmental Protection Agency.

The President declared an emergency in Georgia and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 7 and continuing.

The President declared an emergency for the Seminole Tribe of Florida and ordered Federal assistance to supplement the Tribe's response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 4 and continuing.

September 9

In the afternoon, in the Laurel Lodge at Camp David, the President had a Cabinet meeting. Also in the afternoon, in the Laurel Lodge, he, Vice President Michael R. Pence, and members of the Cabinet received a briefing from Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine C. Duke on Hurricanes Irma and Jose. The President directed Federal agencies to continue supporting State and local efforts to save lives, promote shelter efforts, and expedite requested assistance to affected areas, commended his team for remaining focused on Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts in Texas and Louisiana, urged people in the storm's path to follow the directions of their State and local officials and emergency responders, and extended his thoughts and prayers, and those on behalf of his entire administration, to those affected.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to discuss their joint commitment to increase regional stability.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to the U.S. Virgin Islands by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for debris removal and emergency protective measures undertaken in the U.S. Virgin Islands as a result of Hurricane Irma beginning on September 6 and continuing.

September 10

In the morning, in the Laurel Lodge at Camp David, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence received a teleconference briefing from Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine C. Duke, Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) W. Brock Long, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, and Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert to review the ongoing Federal response and recovery operations for Hurricane Irma and discuss Federal support for Hurricane Harvey recovery. The President stressed that his top priorities are lifesaving and life-sustaining efforts in affected areas and emphasized the urgent need to support recovery efforts in Texas, Louisiana, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico while responding to those affected by Hurricane Irma on the U.S. mainland. Finally, he praised the leadership provided by the Governors of affected States and Territories, the Department of Homeland Security, and FEMA before, during, and after the storm impacts, noted that he is in regular contact with Governors currently in the path of Hurricane Irma, as well as Governors of the States and Territories already impacted by the storm, and extended his thoughts and prayers to those affected, while recognizing the many volunteer and faith-based organizations dedicating their time and efforts to help their fellow Americans. Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency E. Scott Pruitt, White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations Joe Hagin, Mrs. Trump, and Karen Pence, wife of Vice President Pence, also attended. Chief of Staff John F. Kelly joined the briefing from the White House.

Also in the morning, the President had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Kay Ivey of Alabama, Gov. Nathan J. Deal of Georgia, Gov. Henry D. McMaster of South Carolina, and

Gov. William E. Haslam of Tennessee to discuss the impact of Hurricane Irma on their respective States and offer Federal assistance in the recovery effort.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump returned to Washington, DC. Upon arrival at the White House, on the South Lawn, he spoke briefly with reporters and answered questions.

The President declared a major disaster in Puerto Rico and ordered Federal aid to supplement Commonwealth and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Irma beginning on September 5and continuing.

The President declared a major disaster in Florida and ordered Federal aid to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Irma beginning on September 4and continuing.

September 11

In the morning, on the South Lawn, the President and Mrs. Trump observed a moment of silence to mark the 16th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Then, they traveled to Arlington, VA. The President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, accompanied them. Later, they returned to Washington, DC.

Later in the morning, in the Oval Office, the President received a counterterrorism briefing from National Counterterrorism Center Director Nicholas J. Rasmussen, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert, and other senior members of the intelligence community. Then, also in the Oval Office, he received a briefing call from Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator W. Brock Long on Hurricane Irma. White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly, Mr. Bossert, and Deputy Homeland Security Adviser John J. Daly, Jr., also attended. Later, he had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Ricardo Rosselló Nevares of Puerto Rico and Gov. Kenneth E. Mapp of the U.S. Virgin Islands to express his support for the people affected by Hurricane Irma, note the effective coordination between the Federal Government and local first responders in delivering relief and support services, and emphasize continued support in recovery efforts.

The President announced his intention to nominate Norman E. Arflack to be U.S. marshal for the Eastern District of Kentucky.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael T. Baylous to be U.S. marshal for the Southern District of West Virginia.

The President announced his intention to nominate David G. Jolley to be U.S. marshal for the Eastern District of Tennessee.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel R. McKittrick to be U.S. marshal for the Northern District of Mississippi.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jesse Seroyer, Jr., to be U.S. marshal for the Middle District of Alabama. The President declared an emergency in Alabama and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Irma beginning on September 8and continuing.

September 12

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency E. Scott Pruitt. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing, followed by a meeting with National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. Later, on the West Wing Portico, he welcomed Prime Minister Najib Razak of Malaysia. Then, in the Oval Office, they had a restricted bilateral meeting.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President had a working dinner with Sens. Mary Kathryn "Heidi" Heitkamp, Joseph S. Donnelly, Orrin G. Hatch, Joseph Manchin III, John R. Thune, and Patrick J. Toomey to discuss tax reform legislation and other administration priorities. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces to discuss efforts to resolve the ongoing diplomatic dispute with Qatar. The President underscored the importance of unity among U.S. partners in the region and the need for all countries to do more to cut off funding for terrorist groups, discredit extremist ideology, and defeat terrorism.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Florida on September 14. The President announced his intention to nominate Christopher Caldwell to be Federal

Cochairman of the Delta Regional Authority.

The President announced his intention to nominate Walter Copan to be Under Secretary for Standards and Technology at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brian D. Montgomery to be Assistant Secretary for Housing and Federal Housing Commissioner at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate George B. Slater to be Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Glen R. Smith to be a member of the Farm Credit Administration Board.

The President announced his intention to nominate James E. Trainor III of Texas to be a Commissioner of the Federal Election Commission.

The President announced the appointment of Hope C. Hicks as Assistant to the President and Communications Director.

The President announced the appointment of Mercedes Schlapp as Assistant to the President and Senior Adviser for Strategic Communications.

The President announced the appointment of Raj Shah as Deputy Assistant to the President and Principal Deputy Press Secretary.

The President announced the appointment of Steven Cheung as Special Assistant to the President and Director of Strategic Response.

September 13

In the morning, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed further details on his travel to Florida on September 14. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

Later in the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with the Domestic Policy Council. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Sen. Tim Scott to discuss tax reform efforts, the mid-August civil unrest and violence in Charlottesville, VA, and other aspects of the President's relationship with the African American community, the bipartisan issue of improving race relations, and the goal of creating a more unified country.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President had a working dinner with Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi to discuss the upcoming legislative agenda, with an emphasis on tax reform legislation. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., and Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short also attended.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Naples and Fort Myers, FL, on September 14.

September 14

In the morning, before boarding Marine One en route to Joint Base Andrews, MD, on the South Lawn, the President made brief remarks to reporters and answered questions. Then, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Fort Myers, FL, where, in Hangar Bay 3 of theSouthwest Florida International Airport, he received a briefing on Hurricane Irma relief efforts. Vice President Michael R. Pence and his wife Karen also attended. Then, he traveled to Naples, FL.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Naples Estates mobile home park, where they met with residents and homeowners affected by Hurricane Irma and helped pass out sandwiches to community and recovery workers. Vice President Pence and Mrs. Pence, Secretary of Energy J. Richard Perry, Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida, and Sen. Marco A. Rubio also attended. Later, he and Mrs. Trump returned to Washington, DC. Upon arrival on the South Lawn from Joint Base Andrews, he made brief remarks to reporters and answered questions.

In the evening, on the State Floor, the President and Mrs. Trump hosted the White House Historical Association dinner.

During the day, the President was briefed by White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on North Korea's most recent test launch of a ballistic missile. He also had a telephone conversation with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico to offer his condolences for the lives lost and homes destroyed due to the recent earthquake and landfall of Hurricane Katia, express solidarity with the Government and people of Mexico as both countries respond to the recent spate of natural disasters, and emphasize the continued need to work together on issues of mutual interest, including responding to natural disasters.

September 15

In the morning, in the Rose Garden, the President participated in a photographic opportunity with Frank X. Giaccio, an 11-year-old Falls Church, VA, resident who had written the President a letter offering to mow the White House lawn, and his father Gregory Giaccio. Then, he invited Frank and Mr. Giaccio into the Oval Office. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr.

Also in the morning, the President was briefed on the terrorist attack in London, United Kingdom.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Sen. Robert P. Corker, Jr., to discuss a range of shared legislative priorities for the fall session, including foreign policy and tax reform. Later, on the South Lawn, before boarding Marine One en route to Joint Base Andrews, MD, he answered questions from reporters. Then, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Joint Base Andrews, where they toured the air show underway.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he remained overnight. The President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, her husband, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and their children accompanied them.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to convey his sympathies and prayers for those injured in the terrorist attack today in London and pledge to continue close collaboration with the United Kingdom to stop attacks worldwide targeting innocent civilians and combat extremism generally.

The President announced his intention to nominate Irvin S. Goldstein to be Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph H. Hunt to be Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Division at the Department of Justice.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert H. Kurtz to be Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian Housing at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate Sean P. Lawler to be Assistant Secretary and Chief of Protocol at the Department of State, with the rank of Ambassador during his tenure of service.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jon Adler to be Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance at the Department of Justice.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas Harker to be Assistant Secretary for Financial Management and Comptroller at the Department of the Navy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Bruce Landsberg to be a member of the Transportation Safety Board, and upon confirmation, to be designated Vice Chairman.

The President announced his intention to nominate Linda A. Puchala to be a member of the National Mediation Board.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kimberly A. Reed to be First Vice President of the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

The President announced his intention to nominate Peter B. Robb to be General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board.

The President announced his intention to nominate Claudia Slacik and Judith Delzoppo Pryor to be members of the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

The President announced his intention to appoint Richard V. Burkhauser as a member of the Council of Economic Advisers.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the Community Development Advisory Board: Shane Jett; Judy J. Chapa; Cara Dingus Brook; Faith Bautista; and Robert R. Jones III.

The President announced his intention to appoint Todd McDonald and Clinton B. Gwin as members of the Community Development Advisory Board.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to Texas by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for public assistance projects undertaken in the State of Texas as a result of Hurricane Harvey, beginning on August 23 and continuing.

The President declared a major disaster in Georgia and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Irma beginning on September 7 and continuing.

September 16

In the evening, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed that he would travel to Alabama on September 23 to campaign for Sen. Luther J. Strange III in the upcoming special senatorial election in Alabama. Later, he announced on his personal Twitter feed his endorsement of Michigan gubernatorial candidate State Attorney General William D. Schuette in the 2018election.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to discuss North Korea's September 15 launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile, note that North Korea continues to defy the international community and the U.N., and commit to continued deterrence and defensive measures and further application of economic and diplomatic pressures.

September 17

In the afternoon, the President traveled to New York City, where at his private residence at Trump Tower, he remained overnight.

September 18

In the morning, the President traveled to United Nations Headquarters, where upon arrival, he made brief remarks to reporters. Later, he made brief remarks to reporters and answered questions before he traveled to the Lotte New York Palace hotel.

Also in the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to discuss North Korea's continued defiance of the international community and its efforts to destabilize the region, and they committed to maximizing diplomatic pressure on North Korea through vigorous enforcement of U.N. Security Council Resolutions.

In the afternoon, in the Hubbard I meeting room, the President had an expanded bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel. During their discussions, they reaffirmed the unbreakable bond between the U.S. and Israel, the U.S. commitment to Israel's security, their cooperation in countering Iran's malign influence in the region and resolving the crisis in Syria, their efforts to work toward an enduring peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians, and their optimism about furthering peace and economic prosperity in the region. Later, he traveled to Trump Tower.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Lotte New York Palace hotel. Later, he traveled to his private residence at Trump Tower, where he remained overnight.

The President announced he has named Johnathan M. Holifield as Executive Director of the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

The President declared an emergency in the U.S. Virgin Islands and ordered Federal aid to supplement Territory recovery efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Maria beginning September 16 and continuing.

The President declared an emergency in Puerto Rico and ordered Federal aid to supplement Commonwealth and local recovery efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Maria beginning September 17 and continuing.

September 19

In the morning, the President traveled to United Nations Headquarters. Later, he returned to Trump Tower.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to United Nations Headquarters. Later, in General Assembly room 0202, he had a meeting with U.N. General Assembly President Miroslav Lajčák

to welcome him to his new position, underscore the need for reform at the U.N., and express his support for these efforts. Then, he traveled to the Lotte New York Palace hotel.

In the evening, in the Gold Room at the Lotte New York Palace hotel, the President participated in a photographic opportunity with leaders of the U.N. member states. Later, in the Villard Ballroom, he and Mrs. Trump attended a diplomatic reception and he made remarks.

Then, he traveled to his private residence at Trump Tower, where he remained overnight.

September 20

In the morning, the President announced further details on his personal Twitter feed on his travel to Alabama on September 22. Then, he traveled to the Lotte New York Palace hotel.

Also in the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico to extend his condolences for the loss of life and damage caused by the September 19 earthquake, offer assistance and search-and-rescue teams, and pledge continued close coordination in responding to recent earthquakes and hurricanes. He also had a telephone conversation with Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator W. Brock Long to discuss ongoing Federal preparedness and response efforts to Hurricane Maria and Federal recovery efforts to Hurricanes Irma and Jose.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to his private residence at Trump Tower, where he remained overnight.

The White House announced that the President will present the Medal of Honor to Capt. Gary M. Rose, USA (Ret.), for conspicuous gallantry during the Vietnam war, on October 23.

The President declared a major disaster in the U.S. Virgin Islands and ordered Federal aid to supplement Territory recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Maria beginning September 16 and continuing.

The President declared a major disaster in Puerto Rico and ordered Federal aid to supplement Commonwealth and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Maria beginning September 17 and continuing.

September 21

In the morning, the President traveled to the Lotte New York Palace hotel.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where, at his private residence at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he remained overnight.

In the evening, the President had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Ricardo A. Rosselló Nevares of Puerto Rico and Gov. Kenneth E. Mapp of the U.S. Virgin Islands to express support as they recover from Hurricanes Irma and Maria, thank them for their leadership in preparing for the hurricanes, and receive an assessment of the damage caused by Hurricane Maria. He also pledged continued Federal support to the residents of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and confirmed that the Federal Government has actively prepared for its response to Hurricane Maria, even while continuing to support recovery efforts in States affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Huntsville, AL, on September 22.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada, on September 23: Melania Trump (head of delegation); David J. Shulkin; John J. Sullivan; Elizabeth Moore Aubin; Karen Kelly; Nancy M. Lopez; and Wayne Newton.

The President announced his intention to nominate Dana Baiocco to be a Commissioner of the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate James R. Evans to be Ambassador to Luxembourg.

The President announced his intention to nominate John P. Roth to be Assistant Secretary for Financial Management at the Department of the Air Force.

The President announced his intention to nominate the following individuals to be members of the Tennessee Valley Authority: Kenneth E. Allen; James R. Thompson III; A.D. Frazier, Jr.; and Jeffrey Smith.

September 22

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Huntsville, AL, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where, at his private residence at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he remained overnight.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to wish Germany a successful election on September 24 and underscore the strong bond between Germany and the U.S.

The President announced his intention to nominate Erin Nealy Cox to be U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Texas.

The President announced his intention to nominate Duane A. Kees to be U.S. attorney for the Western District of Arkansas.

The President announced his intention to nominate Matthew D. Krueger to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.

The President announced his intention to nominate Christina E. Nolan to be U.S. attorney for the District of Vermont.

September 23

In the morning, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed that he was withdrawing an invitation to the National Basketball Association's Golden State Warriors to the White House.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to wish her country success in their upcoming parliamentary election and underscore continued close Germany-U.S. relations.

September 24

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. Upon arrival at the White House, on the South Lawn, he visited with Maj. James Thompson, Jr., USMC, who completed his final flight as pilot of Marine One, and his family, and made brief remarks to reporters.

September 25

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. He also participated in an interview with Rick Burgess and Bill "Bubba" Bussey of WZZK's "Rick and Bubba Show" out of Birmingham, AL.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President hosted a dinner for grassroots leaders from various organizations.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Indianapolis, IN, on September

27.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Prayut Chan-

ocha of Thailand to the White House on October 3.

The President announced his intention to nominate Raymond P. Martinez to be Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert H. McMahon to be Assistant Secretary for Logistics and Materiel Readiness at the Department of Defense.

September 26

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, in the Situation Room, the President had a video teleconference briefing with Gov. Ricardo A. Rossellò of Puerto Rico, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Thomas P. Bossert, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine C. Duke, and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator W. Brock Long, to discuss updated relief and recovery efforts for Hurricane Maria. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

In the afternoon, on the West Wing Portico, the President welcomed Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy Brey of Spain. Later, in the Situation Room, the President and Vice President Pence received an update on ongoing Hurricane Maria relief and recovery efforts. Several Members of the Cabinet and White House senior advisers also attended. Then, he traveled to New York City, where, at the U.S. Permanent Mission to the United Nations, in the foyer, he visited with mission staff and made remarks.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Le Cirque restaurant, where he met with Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna Romney McDaniel.

In the evening, also at Le Cirque, the President attended a roundtable fundraiser and made remarks at a Republican National Committee finance dinner. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

Also in the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with senatorial candidate Roy S. Moore to congratulate him on his victory in the Republican primary election in Alabama.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Jerral W. Jones, Sr., owner, president, and general manager of the National Football League's Dallas Cowboys.

The White House announced that the President will visit Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands on October 3.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to Puerto Rico by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for debris removal and emergency protective measures undertaken in the Commonwealth as a result of Hurricane Maria beginning on September 17 and continuing.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to the U.S. Virgin Islands by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for debris removal and emergency protective measures undertaken in the U.S. Virgin Islands as a result of Hurricane Irma from September 5 through 7.

September 27

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Indianapolis, IN, where, in the Farm Bureau Building at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and Event Center, he recorded an interview with Peter

B. Hegseth of Fox News's "Fox & Friends" program for later broadcast. Later, he traveled to Indianapolis International Airport, where, on the tarmac, he visited with a group of motorcycle officers and expressed concern for the well-being of the officer who was injured in a crash that occurred during the motorcade to the airport. Then, he returned to Washington, DC. While en route aboard Air Force One, the President had a telephone conversation with Resident Commissioner Jenniffer González-Colòn of Puerto Rico to discuss Federal assistance in the Hurricane Maria recovery efforts. He also had a telephone conversation with Robert Turner, a motorcycle officer with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, who was recovering from injuries sustained during the motorcade crash, to check on his condition, thank him for his service, and wish him well in his recovery.

During the day, the President met with Jerome H. Powell, Governor on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, to discuss the President's upcoming nomination of the Chair of the Federal Reserve System. Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin also attended.

The President declared a major disaster for the Seminole Tribe of Florida and ordered Federal aid to supplement the Tribe's efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Irma from September 4 and continuing.

September 28

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had a meeting with Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine C. Duke.

Also in the morning, the President authorized a waiver of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, known as the Jones Act, for ships entering and leaving ports in Puerto Rico

In the afternoon, in the Dwight D. Eisenhower Executive Office Building, the President participated in a 70th anniversary celebration for the National Security Council. Then, in the Oval Office, he greeted Vice Premier Liu Yandong of China.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany to congratulate her on her September 24 election victory, underscore the strength of Germany-U.S. relations, and discuss ways to counter Iran's malign activities in the Middles East. He also had a telephone conversation with House Majority Whip Stephen J. Scalise welcoming back to Congress after recovering from his recent hospitalization.

Also during the day, the President met with Kevin M. Warsh, Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at Stanford University's Hoover Institution, to discuss the President's upcoming nomination of the Chair of the Federal Reserve System. Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin also attended.

The White House announced further details on the visit of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha of Thailand to the White House on October 2.

The President announced his intention to nominate the following individuals to be judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit: Stuart K. Duncan; Kurt D. Engelhardt; James C. Ho; and Don R. Willett

The President announced his intention to nominate Gregory E. Maggs to be a judge on the

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces.

The President announced his intention to nominate Barry W. Ashe to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel D. Domenico to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado.

The President announced his intention to nominate Howard C. Nielson, Jr., to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ryan T. Holte to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.

The President announced his intention to nominate James C. Blew to be Assistant Secretary for the Office of Planning, Evaluation, and Policy Development at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate Dennis M. Devaney to be a Commissioner of the U.S. International Trade Commission.

The President announced his intention to nominate Diana Furchtgott-Roth to be Assistant Secretary for the Office of Research and Technology at the Department of Transportation.

The President announced his intention to nominate Shon J. Manasco to be Assistant Secretary for Manpower and Reserve Affairs at the Department of the Air Force.

The President announced his intention to nominate Nazakhtar Nikakhtar to be Assistant Secretary for Industry and Analysis at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kate S. O'Scannlain to be Solicitor for the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Randolph J. Stayin to be a member of the

U.S. International Trade Commission.

The President announced his intention to appoint Marcia L. Kelly as Director of the Office of Administration in the Executive Office of the President.

The President announced his intention to appoint Richard G. Kaiser and Paul E. Owen as members of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers representatives on the Mississippi River Commission.

September 29

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence and Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida. Later, the President traveled to Bedminster, NJ, where, at his private residence at the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, he remained overnight.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Carolina, PR, on October 3. The White House announced that the President and Mrs. Trump will travel to Japan, South

Korea, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Hawaii from November 3 through 14.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ernest W. DuBester to be a member of the Federal Labor Relations Authority at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Neil A. Jacobs to be Assistant Secretary for Environmental Observation and Prediction at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate Timothy P. Kelly to be Assistant Secretary for the Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate David C. Tryon to be Chief Counsel for Advocacy at the Small Business Administration.

The President announced his intention to appoint Paul Packer as a member of the Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad.

September 30

In the afternoon, the President had separate telephone conversations with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator W. Brock Long, Gov. Ricardo A. Rosselló Nevares, Resident Commissioner Jenniffer A. González-Colón, and former Gov. Luis G. Fortuño of Puerto Rico, and Gov. Kenneth E. Mapp of the U.S. Virgin Islands to discuss the ongoing Federal response and recovery efforts related to Hurricanes Irma and Maria in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, receive an update on local conditions on the ground, thank local leadership and first responders for their coordination efforts with FEMA, and reaffirm that the full and complete support of the Federal Government is being brought to bear.

October 1

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Jersey City, NJ, where, on the 14th green at the Liberty National Golf Club, he attended the trophy ceremony for the President's Cup, presented the President's Cup to the victorious U.S. squad, and made remarks. His son Eric also attended.

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC. Upon arrival from Joint Base Andrews, on the South Lawn, he spoke briefly with reporters and answered questions.

October 2

In the morning, the President was briefed by White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on the shootings at the Route 91 Harvest Festival adjacent to the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV, on October 1. He also posted to his personal Twitter feed his condolences to the families of victims of the Las Vegas shootings. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

Later in the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Gov. Matthew G. Bevin of Kentucky, Gov. D. Phillip Bryant of Mississippi, Gov. Paul R. LePage of Maine, and Gov.

Christopher T. Sununu of New Hampshire. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

Also in the morning, the President had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Brian E. Sandoval of Nevada and Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman of Las Vegas, NV, and Sherriff Joseph Lombardo of Clark County, NV, to offer his condolences for the October 1 shootings at the Route 91 Harvest Festival, discuss the ongoing investigation, offer any Federal assistance, and praise local first responders for their heroic actions.

In the afternoon, on the South Portico, the President and Mrs. Trump welcomed Prime Minister Prayut Chan-ocha of Thailand and his wife Naraporn Chan-ocha. Later, in the Cabinet Room, he and Prime Minister Prayut had a working lunch. Vice President Pence also attended.

Later in the afternoon, on the South Lawn, the President and Mrs. Trump observed a moment of silence to honor the victims of the shootings in Las Vegas.

Also in the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Sheldon G. Adelson, chairman and chief executive officer, Las Vegas Sands Corp., and his wife Miriam. Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner also attended

In the evening, the President had a working dinner with Sens. Thomas B. Cotton, David A. Perdue, Jr., John Cornyn III, House Majority Leader Kevin O. McCarthy, and Rep. Robert W. Goodlatte to discuss immigration reform legislation.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom and Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada, who offered their condolences for the Las Vegas shootings and praised the first responders in Las Vegas for their immediate and continued actions. President Trump also expressed solidarity with Canada following the terrorist attacks in Edmonton, Canada, on October 1 and reiterated close Canada-U.S. relations, commended the resilience of Canadian and U.S. communities, and offered to cooperate in the ongoing investigations.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Las Vegas, NV, on October 4.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to Florida by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for debris removal undertaken in the State as a result of Hurricane Irma.

October 3

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Carolina, PR.

In the afternoon, at the Luis Muñiz Air National Guard Base at the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, in Hangar 1, the President recorded an interview with Geraldo Rivera of Fox News's "Hannity" program for later broadcast. Then, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Guaynabo, PR, where, they took a walking tour of neighborhoods damaged by the storm with Gov. Ricardo A. Rosselló Nevares and Resident Commissioner Jenniffer A. González-Colón of Puerto Rico and Mayor Angel Perez Otero of Guaynabo and visited with local families impacted by the hurricane, and the President made brief remarks to reporters. Later, at Calvary Chapel, he visited with first responders, aid workers, and Federal Emergency Management Agency personnel.

Later in the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the USS Kearsarge, where in the Ward Room, they greeted U.S. servicemembers from the Navy and Marine Corps participating in Hurricanes Maria and Irma recovery efforts in the area. Gov. Rosselló and Rep. González-Colón accompanied them. Then, they returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

During the day, the President was updated on the investigation into the shootings at the Route 91 Harvest Festival adjacent to the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV, on October 1.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Las Vegas, NV, on October 4.

The President announced his intention to nominate Frank M. Coffman to be U.S. marshal for the Eastern District of Oklahoma.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas M. Griffin, Jr., to be U.S. marshal for the District of South Carolina.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark S. James to be U.S. marshal for the Western District of Missouri.

The President announced his intention to nominate Johnny L. Kuhlman to be U.S. marshal for the Western District of Oklahoma.

The President announced his intention to nominate Daniel C. Mosteller to be U.S. marshal for the District of South Dakota.

The President announced his intention to nominate Gary G. Schofield to be U.S. marshal for the District of Nevada.

The President announced his intention to nominate R.D. James to be Assistant Secretary for Civil Works at the Department of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kimberly A. Reed to be First Vice President of the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

The President announced his intention to nominate David J. Ryder to be Director of the U.S. Mint.

The President announced his intention to nominate Leon A. "Lynn" Westmoreland to be a member of the AMTRAK Board of Directors.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mitchell Zais to be Deputy Secretary of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate Claudia Slacik and Judith Delzoppo Pryor to be members of the Board of Directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to the U.S. Virgin Islands by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for emergency work undertaken in the U.S. Virgin Islands as a result of Hurricane Maria beginning on September 16 and continuing.

October 4

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Las Vegas, NV. House Majority Leader Kevin O. McCarthy accompanied them.. Upon arrival in Las Vegas, they traveled to the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, where they visited with medical professionals and their patients recovering from injuries sustained in the shootings at the Route 91 Harvest Festival adjacent to the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV, on October 1. Upon leaving the hospital, he spoke briefly with reporters..

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening. House Majority Leader Kevin O. McCarthy accompanied them. En route aboard Air Force One, the President was briefed by White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on the ambush in southwest Niger that killed three U.S. special forces personnel and wounded others while on a routine patrol of an area known to have a presence of insurgents, including members of the Al Qaida in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) and Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organizations.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico, who called to express condolences on behalf of the Mexican people for the loss of life in the Las Vegas shootings. President Trump welcomed the expression of thanks for the rapid deployment of U.S. search-and-rescue teams to Mexico City following the devastating recent earthquake, as well as the two flights of relief supplies the United States shipped to southern Mexico to assist with recovery from the September 8 earthquake. Both Presidents expressed their continued solidarity in the face of natural disasters and agreed to work cooperatively to restore communities as quickly as possible from Mexico City to Puerto Rico. He also had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan, who called to

express his condolences to all of the victims and others affected by the shootings in Las Vegas. The two leaders committed to continue close coordination on a range of issues, including North Korea, in advance of the President's visit to Japan in November.

October 5

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Sen. Thomas B. Cotton.

Also in the morning, in the Roosevelt Room, the President recorded an interview with former Gov. Michael D. Huckabee of Arkansas of Trinity Broadcasting Network's "Huckabee" program for later broadcast.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Chairwoman Ronna Romney McDaniel of the Republican National Committee. Also in the afternoon, he had lunch with former White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus.

In the evening, in the Blue Room, the President and Mrs. Trump had dinner with senior military leaders and their spouses. Later, he announced on his personal Twitter feed his endorsement of Edward W. Gillespie in the upcoming gubernatorial election in Virginia.

During the day, the President was briefed by White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on a fourth U.S. servicemember killed in the ambush in southwest Niger on October 4, along with four Nigerien troops.

The President announced his intention to nominate Bruce D. Jette to be Assistant Secretary for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics at the Department of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate Lisa A. Johnson to be Ambassador to Namibia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Andrew Wheeler to be Deputy Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.

The President announced his intention to appoint Laura L. Rogers as Director of the Office of Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, Registering, and Tracking at the Department of Justice.

October 6

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of the Treasury Steven

T. Mnuchin. Later, also in the Office, he met with U.S. Ambassador to Russia Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., and his wife Mary Kaye to wish them well as they return to Moscow to represent the United States and work toward improving Russia-U.S. relations.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel Macron of France. President Macron expressed his condolences for the shootings in Las Vegas, NV, on October 1. President Trump expressed gratitude for the prompt actions of the first responders and conveyed his condolences for the knife attack in Marseille, France, on October 2. The two leaders discussed joint counterterrorism operations in the Sahel region of Africa to defeat Al Qaida and other terrorist groups, reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, and discussed ways to continue working together to deny Iran all paths to a nuclear weapon.

Also during the day, in the Oval Office, the President participated in an interview with Randall Lane of Forbes magazine.

The White House announced further details on the visit of the National Hockey League's Stanley Cup Champion Pittsburgh Penguins to the White House on October 10.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Alexios Tsipras of Greece to the White House on October 17.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert M. Weaver to be Director of the Indian Health Service at the Department of Health and Human Services.

The President declared an emergency in Louisiana and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Tropical Storm Nate beginning on October 5 and continuing.

October 7

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. Later, he traveled to Greensboro, NC, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President traveled to a private residence, where he participated in a roundtable fundraiser for the Republican National Committee, attended a Republican National Committee dinner, and made remarks. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

The White House announced further details on the visit of Prime Minister Alexios Tsipras of Greece to the White House on October 17.

The President declared a major disaster in Idaho and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding from March 29 through June 15.

The President declared a major disaster in Wisconsin and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides from July 19 through July 23.

The President declared an emergency in Mississippi and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Nate beginning on October 6 and continuing.

October 8

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

The President declared an emergency in Alabama and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Nate beginning on October 6 and continuing.

The President declared an emergency in Florida and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from Hurricane Nate beginning on October 7 and continuing.

October 9

In the morning, the President traveled to Potomac Falls, VA, where at the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., he played golf with Sen. Lindsey O. Graham and discussed legislative priorities including immigration, tax reform, Government funding, and health care.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Gov. Edmund G. "Jerry" Brown, Jr., of California to discuss the damaging wildfires, offer his condolences for the loss of life, and offer any Federal assistance in response and recovery efforts.

October 10

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

Also in the morning, the President met with members of his national security team to receive a briefing from Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., USMC, on a range of options to respond to any form of North Korean aggression.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Secretary Mattis. Later, in the Oval Office, he greeted the National Hockey League's Stanley Cup Champion Pittsburgh Penguins.During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to discuss efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. President Trump underscored the need to work together to hold the Iranian regime accountable for its malign and destabilizing activities, especially its sponsorship of terrorism and its development of threatening missiles.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Harrisburg, PA, on October 11. The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Lee Hsien

Loong of Singapore to the White House on October 23.

The President announced his intention to nominate Stephen Akard to be Director General of the Foreign Service at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate John E. Dupuy to be Inspector General for the Office of Personnel Management.

The President announced his intention to nominate Gail S. Ennis to be Inspector General for the Social Security Administration.

The President announced his intention to nominate Yleem D.S. Poblete to be Assistant Secretary for Verification and Compliance at the Department of State.

The President announced the designation of Eric D. Hargan as Acting Secretary of Health and Human Services.

The President declared a major disaster in California and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by wildfires beginning on October 8 and continuing.

October 11

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, on the South Lawn, the President and Mrs. Trump welcomed Prime Minister Justin P.J. Trudeau of Canada and his wife Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau. Later, in the Cabinet Room, the President and Prime Minister Trudeau had an expanded bilateral meeting.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to Middletown, PA, where, upon arrival, in a hangar at the Pennsylvania Air National Guard installation, he recorded an interview with Sean Hannity of Fox News' "Hannity" program for later broadcast.

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President met with John B. Taylor, Mary and Robert Raymond Professor of Economics at Stanford University, to discuss the President's upcoming nomination of the Chair of the Federal Reserve System's Board of Governors. Vice President Michael R. Pence and Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin also attended.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kirstjen M. Nielsen to be Secretary of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to nominate Barry Myers to be Under Secretary for Oceans and Atmosphere at the Department of Commerce.

The President announced his intention to nominate John C. Rood to be Under Secretary for Policy at the Department of Defense.

October 12

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The President announced his intention to nominate Alex A. Beehler to be Assistant Secretary for Energy, Installations, and Environment at the Department of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate James E. McPherson to be General Counsel at the Department of the Army.

The President announced his intention to nominate Preston Rutledge to be Assistant Secretary for the Employee Benefits Security Administration at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kathleen Hartnett White to be a member of the Council on Environmental Quality and, upon confirmation, designate her as Chair.

October 13

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Laurel, MD, where they toured the U.S. Secret Service James J. Rowley training facility and visited with staff. Later, they returned to Washington, DC.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brock D. Bierman to be Assistant Administrator for Europe and Eurasia at the U.S. Agency of International Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jon J. Rychalski to be Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Hannibal M. Ware to be Inspector General at the Small Business Administration.

October 14

In the morning, the President traveled to Potomac Falls, VA, where at the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., he played golf with Sen. Lindsey O. Graham.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to discuss U.S. strategy regarding Iran, the importance of the Gulf Cooperation Council in countering Iran's destabilizing activities in the region, Saudi Arabia-U.S. relations, and joint efforts to counter terrorism and extremism.

October 15

In the morning, the President traveled to Potomac Falls, VA, where at the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., he played golf with Sen. Randal H. Paul.

In the afternoon, the President and Sen. Paul returned to Washington, DC.

October 16

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence and Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell. Later, he traveled to Greer, SC. Then, he traveled to Greenville, SC, where at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Greenville Golf Resort & Conference Center, he attended a campaign fundraiser for Gov. Henry D. McMaster of South Carolina and made remarks.

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Hawaii, Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines from November 3 through 14.

The President announced his intention to nominate Tara Sweeney as Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs at the Department of the Interior.

The President declared a major disaster in Louisiana and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Tropical Storm Harvey from August 27 through September 10.

The President declared a major disaster in South Carolina and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Irma from September 6 through 13.

October 17

In the morning, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed that Rep. Thomas A. Marino had withdrawn his name from consideration as Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. Later, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis.

In the afternoon, on the West Wing Portico, the President welcomed Prime Minister Alexios Tsipras of Greece. Later, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a Diwali ceremonial lighting of the diya and made remarks. The President's daughter, Assistant to the President Ivanka

M. Trump, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Nikki R. Haley, Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services Administrator Seema Verma, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission Ajit V. Pai, Deputy Assistant to the President and Principal Deputy Press Secretary Raj Shah, and Shalabh Kumar, founder and chairman of the Republican Hindu Coalition, also attended.

Also in the afternoon, the President posted an entry to his personal Facebook feed wishing a happy Diwali celebration to Hindus and others in the United States and around the world.

In the evening, at the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, hotel, the President attended the Heritage Foundation's annual President's Club Meeting and made remarks.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with the families of Staff Sgt. Bryan C. Black, USA, Staff Sgt. Jeremiah W. Johnson, USA, Sgt. La David T. Johnson, USA, and Staff Sgt. Dustin M. Wright, USA, who were killed in an ambush in southwest Niger during an advise-and-assist mission with Nigerien security forces on October 4, to offer his condolences on behalf of the Nation.

October 18

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he had a telephone conversation with Gov. Kimberly K. Reynolds of Iowa.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Mauricio Macri of Argentina to underscore their commitment to expanding trade and investment between Argentina and the U.S., praise President Macri's economic reform efforts, and discuss the situation in Venezuela.

October 19

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

Also in the afternoon, the President met with Federal Reserve Chair Janet L. Yellen.

In the evening, at the Kuwaiti Embassy, the President attended a gala dinner hosted by the Kuwait-America Foundation in honor of Mrs. Trump.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kenneth J. Braithwaite to be Ambassador to Norway.

The President announced his intention to nominate Rohit Chopra and Joseph Simons to be members of the Federal Trade Commission.

The President announced his intention to appoint Patricia G. Greene as Director of the Women's Bureau at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Leonard Wolfson as Assistant Secretary at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

October 20

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

During the day, on the West Wing Colonnade and in the Roosevelt Room, the President recorded an interview with Maria Bartiromo of Fox News' "Sunday Morning Futures With Maria Bartiromo" and Fox Business Network's "Mornings With Maria" programs for later broadcast.

The President announced the designation of the following individuals as members of a Presidential delegation to attend the funeral of King Phumiphon Adunyadet of Thailand in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 26: James N. Mattis (head of delegation); and Glyn T. Davies.

October 21

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

October 22

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister-elect Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand to congratulate her on her recent election as Prime Minister and

discuss New Zealand-U.S. relations. He also had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to congratulate him on his recent electoral victory and discuss the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific region and a strong Japan-U.S. alliance.

October 23

In the afternoon, on the West Wing Portico, the President greeted Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong of Singapore. Later, in the Roosevelt Room, they witnessed the signing of a purchase agreement for Boeing planes by Singapore International Airlines.

October 24

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President participated in a swearing-in ceremony for Callista L. Gingrich as U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See (Vatican City). Later, at the U.S. Capitol, he attended a Senate Republican policy lunch.

October 25

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Dallas, TX, where, Belo Mansion, he attended a Republican National Committee roundtable fundraiser and made remarks at a Trump Victory reception.

In the evening, the President returned to Washington, DC. His son Donald Jr. accompanied

him.

During the day, in the Cabinet Room, the President recorded an interview with Lou Dobbs of

Fox Business Network's "Lou Dobbs Tonight" program for later broadcast. Also, in the Oval Office, he signed a memorandum on creating an unmanned aircraft systems integration pilot program that will accelerate drone integration into the national airspace system. White House Staff Secretary Robert R. Porter also attended.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to discuss the closing of China's Party Congress and welcome continued cooperation in the years ahead, including joint efforts to denuclearize North Korea.

October 26

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Environmental Protection Agency Administrator E. Scott Pruitt.

The President announced his intention to nominate William W. Beach to be Commissioner of Labor Statistics at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Irving Dennis to be Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate J. Steven Gardner to be Director of the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement at the Department of the Interior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kenneth L. Marcus to be Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate M. Lee McClenny to be Ambassador to Paraguay.

The President announced his intention to nominate Carlos Trujillo to be U.S. Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States with the rank of Ambassador.

The President announced his intention to nominate Peter H. Vrooman to be Ambassador to Rwanda.

The President announced his intention to nominate Calvin R. Tucker, Robert M. Duncan, Sr., and David C. Williams to be members of the Board of Governors of the U.S. Postal Service.

The President announced his intention to appoint Eddie Joe Williams as the Federal Representative to the Southern States Energy Board.

The President announced his intention to appoint John A. Zangardi as Chief Information Officer of the Department of Homeland Security.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the Advisory Committee on the Arts of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: Pamella DeVos; Frederick D. Jubitz; Michael S. Lorber; Anne N. Reyes; Stephanie Spencer; Frank Giordano; Vance Thompson; and Geoffrey K. Verhoff.

The President announced his intention to designate David J. Kautter as Acting Commissioner of Internal Revenue.

October 27

In the morning, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed a birthday message for musician Lee Greenwood. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of the Interior Ryan K. Zinke.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President greeted the children of White House Press Corps reporters, who were in costume for Halloween events at the White House, passed out candy, and posed for photographs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joel Danies to be Ambassador to Gabon and Sao Tome and Principe.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael D. Griffin to be Principal Deputy Under Secretary for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Scott A. Mugno to be Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Randall G. Schriver to be Assistant Secretary for Asian and Pacific Affairs at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to nominate Douglas Webster to be Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Education.

October 28

In the morning, the President traveled to Trump National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., in Potomac Falls, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

October 30

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, also in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch with Attorney General Jefferson B. Sessions III. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis.

Later in the afternoon, on the South Portico, the President and Mrs. Trump greeted local schoolchildren, Boy Scouts, YMCA groups, and children of U.S. servicemembers trick-or- treating at the White House for Halloween and posed for photographs with participants.

During the day, the President had a telephone conservation with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan to discuss President Trump's upcoming travel to Japan and affirm the importance of promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region and maintaining close coordination between the United States and Japan, and with the international community, to maximize pressure on North Korea. He also had a telephone conversation with former White House Chief Strategist Stephen

K. Bannon.

October 31

In the afternoon, in the Cabinet Room, the President participated in a legislative foreign policy lunch. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul

D. Ryan. Later, also in the Oval Office, he was briefed by White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly on the vehicular terrorist attack on the bike path along the West Side Highway in Lower Manhattan.

In the evening, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his condolences for victims and families of the terrorist attack in New York City.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with former White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robin S. Bernstein to be Ambassador to the Dominican Republic.

The President announced his intention to nominate Christopher A. Ford to be Assistant Secretary for International Security and Nonproliferation at the Department of State.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffrey I. Kessler to be Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and Compliance at the Department of Commerce.

November 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President signed a proclamation declaring November as the National Veterans and Military Families Month. Then, in the Private Dining Room, he and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis. Later, in the Oval Office, the President met with Chairwoman Ronna Romney McDaniel of the Republican National Committee.

Also in the afternoon, the President had separate telephone conversations with Gov. Andrew

M. Cuomo of New York and Mayor Bill de Blasio of New York City to discuss the vehicular terrorist attack on the bike path along the West Side Highway in Lower Manhattan on October 31 and offer Federal assistance in the ongoing investigation.

In the evening, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed a birthday message for former professional golfer Gary Player.

During the day, President had separate telephone conversations with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to accept their

condolences for the terrorist attack in New York City on October 31 and agree on the importance of closer counterterrorism coordination between their countries. He also had a telephone conversation with President Mauricio Macri of Argentina to offer his condolences for the five Argentines who were killed in the vehicular terrorist attack along Lower Manhattan's West Side Highway, underscore his full support of the ongoing investigation, reaffirm the U.S. commitment to working with close partners and allies like Argentina to prevent these cowardly acts of terror from happening, and discuss Argentina-U.S. relations generally.

Also during the day, the President participated in a telephone interview with Maggie L. Haberman of the New York Times. In the Oval Office, he also met with Jeanine Ferris Pirro of Fox News.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Joint Base Pearl Harbor—Hickam, HI, on November 3.

The President announced his intention to nominate John C. Anderson to be U.S. attorney for the District of New Mexico.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph D. Brown to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Texas.

The President announced his intention to nominate John H. Durham to be U.S. attorney for the District of Connecticut.

The President announced his intention to nominate Brandon J. Fremin to be U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Louisiana.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert Kyoung Hur to be U.S. attorney for the District of Maryland.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ryan K. Patrick to be U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas.

The President announced his intention to nominate McGregor W. Scott to be U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of California.

The President announced the nomination of James R. Sweeney II to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana.

November 2

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Sens. John Cornyn III, Thomas B. Cotton, Lindsey O. Graham, Charles E. Grassley, James P. Lankford, David A. Perdue, Jr., and Thomas R. Tillis. Vice President Michael R. Pence also attended.

In the afternoon, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his congratulations to Major League Baseball's Houston Astros on their World Series victory.

During the day, in the East Room, the President recorded separate interviews with Laura Ingraham of Fox News' "The Ingraham Angle" program and Larry O'Connor of WMAL's "The Larry O'Connor Show" in Washington, DC, both for later broadcast.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael K. Atkinson to be Inspector General of the Intelligence Community at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

The President announced his intention to nominate Linda A. Capuano to be Administrator of the Energy Information Administration at the Department of Energy.

The President announced the nomination of Jerome H. Powell to be Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

November 3

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Joint Base Pearl Harbor—Hickam, HI, arriving in the afternoon. Prior to boarding Marine One en route to Joint Base Andrews, on the South Lawn, he answered questions from reporters. En route aboard Air Force One, he visited the press cabin and spoke briefly with reporters.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki Beach hotel in Waikiki Beach, HI. Later, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Joint Base Pearl Harbor—Hickam, where they boarded a military barge for a tour of the USS Arizona Memorial and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony with Adm. Harry B. Harris, Jr., USN, commander,

U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM), and his wife Bruni Bradley. The President's son-in-law, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, accompanied them. Following the tour, he received a second briefing by PACOM leaders.

In the evening, at the residence of PACOM Commander Harris on Joint Base Pearl Harbor— Hickam, the President and Mrs. Trump attended a reception and visited with PACOM staff. Later, they returned to the Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki Beach hotel in Waikiki Beach, where they remained overnight.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to Puerto Rico by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for public assistance projects undertaken in the Commonwealth as a result of Hurricane Maria during the period beginning on September 17 and continuing.

November 4

In the morning, while en route to Joint Base Pearl Harbor—Hickam, the President visited the Trump International Hotel, Waikiki, in Honolulu, HI, where he greeted staff and thanked them for their hard work. Then, he and Mrs. Trump traveled to Yokota Air Base, Japan, arriving the following morning.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, who offered his condolences for the loss of life in the terrorist attack in New York City on October 31. President Trump thanked King Salman for his support and emphasized his commitment to defeating the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization. The two leaders discussed the continuing threat posed by Iranian-backed Houthi militias in Yemen and the intercepted missile attack on Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 4. The President commended King Salman for achieving his commitments made during the Riyadh summit, thanked him for recent purchases of military equipment, and assured him that he would support the purchase of additional equipment as needed. The President also asked King Salman to strongly consider listing the Saudi Arabian Government-owned oil company, Saudi Aramco, on a

U.S. stock exchange, and he noted that recent public statements by King Salman and Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud regarding the need to build a moderate, peaceful, and tolerant region are essential for curtailing terrorist financing and defeating radical ideology.

November 5

In the morning, upon arrival at Yokota Air Base, Japan, the President traveled to Kawagoe, Japan, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, at the Kasumigaseki Country Club, the President was greeted by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan. Then, they had lunch and golfed with Japanese professional golfer Hideki Matsuyama. Later, he traveled to the U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Hardy Barracks facility in Tokyo, Japan.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Ginza Ukai-tei restaurant in Tokyo, where he made brief remarks to reporters. Then, they had dinner with Prime Minister Abe and his wife Akie Abe. Later, he traveled to the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, where he remained overnight.

November 6

In the morning, at the Imperial Hotel, the President was briefed and received regular updates on the shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, TX, on November 5. He also had a telephone conversation with Gov. Gregory W. Abbott of Texas to discuss the shooting, and he posted to his personal Twitter feed his condolences to the residents of Sutherland Springs, TX.

Later in the morning, the President traveled to the U.S. Ambassador's residence in Tokyo, where he and Mrs. Trump visited with U.S. Embassy personnel. Then, he traveled to the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, where he and Mrs. Trump participated in a arrival ceremony, followed by a state call with Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan. Later, he traveled to the Akasaka Palace in Tokyo, where he and Mrs. Trump joined Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan and his wife Akie Abe in an honor guard ceremony. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, U.S. Ambassador William F. Hagerty IV, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina H. Powell, and the Senior Director for Asian Affairs on the National Security Council Matthew Pottinger also attended.

In the afternoon, at the Akasaka Palace, the President and Prime Minister Abe participated in a ceremonial fish feeding at a palace koi pond, followed by a working lunch with the Prime Minister and other U.S. and Japanese officials, during which the President and Prime Minister Abe made brief opening remarks. Then, he participated in a photographic opportunity with Prime Minister Abe. Later, he traveled to the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Akasaka Palace. Later, he returned to the Imperial Hotel, where he remained overnight.

Also in the evening, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed a birthday message for William F. Graham, Jr., evangelist and chairman emeritus of the board of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

November 7

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Osan Air Base, Pyeongtaek, South Korea, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, South Korea, where, upon arrival, he had lunch with President Moon Jae-in of South Korea, and

U.S. and South Korean servicemembers, and made remarks. Later, he traveled to Seoul, South Korea, where at the Blue House, he and Mrs. Trump participated in an arrival ceremony with President Moon and his wife Kim Jung-sook. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller, and Deputy National Security Adviser for Strategy Dina Habib Powell also attended. Then, also at the Blue House, he and Mrs. Trump signed the guest book and participated in a photographic opportunity with President Moon and Mrs. Kim.

Later in the afternoon, in the gardens on the grounds of the Blue House, the President had a friendship walk with President Moon, and then they joined Mrs. Trump and Mrs. Kim for tea and a photographic opportunity at a pavilion in the garden. Then, he traveled to the Grand Hyatt Seoul hotel, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Blue House. Later, he returned to the Grand Hyatt Seoul hotel, where he remained overnight.

The President declared a major disaster in Kansas and ordered Federal aid to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding from July 22 through 27.

November 8

In the morning, the President traveled to U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan in Seoul, where he then traveled aboard Marine 1 for a planned visit to the Korean demilitarized zone. En route, foggy weather conditions near the demilitarized zone required the President to return to U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan. Later, he returned to the Grand Hyatt Seoul hotel. Then, at the Grand Hyatt Seoul hotel, he and Mrs. Trump visited with U.S. Embassy personnel.

Later in the morning, the President traveled to the National Assembly Building in Seoul, where he and Mrs. Trump participated in a courtesy call with South Korean National Assembly leaders.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Seoul National Cemetery, where they participated in a wreath-laying ceremony. Then, they traveled to Beijing, China.

Later in the afternoon, upon arrival in Beijing, the President traveled to the Forbidden City palace complex, where he and Mrs. Trump were greeted by President Xi Jinping of China and his wife Peng Liyuan. Then, they had tea, toured various buildings and exhibits in the Forbidden City, and viewed an opera performance. Later, at the Jianfu Palace within the Forbidden City, they had dinner.

In the evening, the President traveled to the St. Regis Beijing hotel in Beijing, where he remained overnight.

November 9

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where they were greeted by President Xi Jinping of China and his wife Peng Liyuan and participated in an official welcome ceremony. Then, in the Great Hall of the People, he had a restricted bilateral meeting with President Xi.

In the afternoon, in the Great Hall of the People, the President met with Premier Li Keqiang of China. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, U.S. Trade Representative Robert E. Lighthizer, U.S. Ambassador to China Terry E. Branstad, and the Senior Director for Asian Affairs on the National Security Council Matthew Pottinger also attended. Then, the President traveled to the St. Regis Beijing hotel, where he and Mrs. Trump visited with U.S. Embassy personnel.

Later in the afternoon, the President traveled to the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where he and Mrs. Trump participated in a state dinner receiving line and viewed a cultural performance.

In the evening, the President traveled to the St. Regis Beijing hotel, where he remained overnight.

November 10

In the morning, at the St. Regis Beijing hotel in Beijing, the President visited and had a photographic opportunity with U.S. marines celebrating the 242d birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps. White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly also attended. Then, he traveled to Danang, Vietnam, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, upon arrival in Danang, the President traveled to the Ariyana Convention Centre. Later, he traveled to the Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa. Then, he traveled to the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort.

In the evening, the President traveled to the Sheraton Danang Resort, where he participated in a welcoming ceremony for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders, attended a gala dinner, and viewed a cultural performance. Later, he returned to the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, where he remained overnight.

November 11

In the morning, at the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, the President participated in a welcoming ceremony with President Tran Dai Quang of Vietnam and attended the first plenary session of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' meeting retreat. Later, also at the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, he participated in a family photograph with APEC leaders. Then, he participated in a working luncheon with APEC leaders.

In the afternoon, at the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, the President participated in the second plenary session of the APEC Economic Leaders' meeting retreat. Later, he traveled to Hanoi, Vietnam. Upon arrival, he traveled to the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi hotel.

In the evening, the President traveled to the International Convention Center. Later he returned to the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi hotel, where he remained overnight.

During the day, on the margins of the APEC Economic Leaders' meeting retreat, the President met with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia.

November 12

In the morning, the President traveled to the Presidential Palace in Hanoi, where he participated in a welcoming ceremony with President Tran Dai Quang of Vietnam, followed by an official photograph. Then, in the Mirror Room, he met with President Quang and made brief remarks. Later, also at the Presidential Palace, he and President Quang participated in a meeting with Vietnamese and American business leaders and witnessed the signing of various commercial agreements between Vietnamese and U.S. entities.

Later in the morning, the President walked to the Communist Party of Vietnam headquarters. Then, he walked to the Office of Government building.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the Hilton Hanoi Opera hotel, where he visited with U.S. Embassy personnel. Then, he traveled to Manila, Philippines. Upon arrival, he traveled to the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel.

In the evening, the President traveled to the SMX Convention Center in Manila, where he was greeted by President Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines and his wife Cielito "Honeylet" Salvador-Avanceña and attended a gala dinner for leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Later, he returned to the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel, where he remained overnight.

November 13

In the morning, the President traveled to the Cultural Center of the Philippines in Manila, where he participated in an opening ceremony for the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit and a photographic opportunity with ASEAN leaders. Later, he returned to the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the Philippine International Convention Center.

Later, he returned to the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel. Then, he visited with U.S. Embassy personnel and their families.

In the evening, at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel, the President met with Prime Minister Malcolm B. Turnbull of Australia. He remained overnight at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel.

The President announced his intention to nominate Timothy R. Petty to be Assistant Secretary for Water and Science at the Department of the Interior.

The President announced his intention to nominate Robert F. Pence to be Ambassador to Finland.

The President announced his intention to nominate Alex M. Azar II to be Secretary of Health and Human Services.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jason Klitenic to be General Counsel for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

November 14

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the Philippine International Convention Center in Manila, where he attended a luncheon with East Asia Summit heads of state and government and made remarks. Later, he traveled to Joint Base Pearl Harbor—Hickam, HI, crossing the international dateline and arriving in the morning. While en route aboard Air Force One, he provided reporters with a copy of his prepared remarks at the East Asia Summit luncheon. Then, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

The President declared a major disaster in New York and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding from May 2 through August 6.

November 15

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell and Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan.

The President announced his intention to nominate Johnny W. Collett to be Assistant Secretary for Special Education and Rehabilitative Services at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate John G. Vonglis to be Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Energy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Melissa F. Burnison to be Assistant Secretary for Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs at the Department of Energy.

November 16

In the morning, at the U.S. Capitol, the President made remarks to the House Republican Conference. White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly, Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short, and Senior Adviser for Policy Stephen Miller also attended.

The White House announced that the President will hold the Thanksgiving turkey presentation ceremony at the White House on November 21.

The President declared a major disaster in Alabama and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Nate from October 6 through 10.

November 17

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Then, on the State Floor and on the White House grounds, he welcomed and participated in photographic opportunities with 18 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) championship teams.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Vice President Michael R. Pence. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the evening, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed the postponement of a Department of the Interior decision to issue permits to import elephant hunting trophies from Zimbabwe and Zambia, pending further review.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Secretary of the Interior Ryan K. Zinke to discuss the Department's issuance of trophy permits from Zimbabwe and Zambia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph P. Kelly to be U.S. attorney for the District of Nebraska.

The President announced his intention to nominate Scott W. Murray to be U.S. attorney for the District of New Hampshire.

The President announced his intention to nominate David Weiss to be U.S. attorney for the District of Delaware.

The President announced his intention to nominate Billy J. Williams to be U.S. attorney for the District of Oregon.

The President announced his intention to nominate Matthew D. Harris to be U.S. marshal for the District of Utah.

The President announced his intention to nominate Ted G. Kamatchus to be U.S. marshal for the Southern District of Iowa.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph D. McClain to be U.S. marshal for the Southern District of Indiana.

The President announced his intention to nominate David A. Weaver to be U.S. marshal for the District of Colorado.

November 18

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel Macron of France to discuss the situations in Lebanon and Syria and express agreement on the need to work with allies to counter Hizballah's and Iran's destabilizing activities in the region.

The White House announced that the President will travel to West Palm Beach, FL, on November 21.

November 20

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch with Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Benjamin S. Carson, Sr.

Later, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Nikki R. Haley.

November 21

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President and Mrs. Trump met with Joel Brandenberger, president of the National Turkey Federation. Later, he, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron traveled to Palm Beach, FL, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to their residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, where they remained overnight.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia to affirm support for their recent joint statement issued at the Asia- Pacific Economic Cooperation summit on November 11 and discuss the importance of implementing U.N. Security Council Resolution 2254 and supporting the U.N.-led Geneva Process to peacefully resolve the Syrian civil war, end the humanitarian crisis, allow displaced Syrians to return home, and ensure the stability of a unified Syria free of malign intervention and terrorist safe havens. The two Presidents affirmed the importance of fighting terrorism together throughout the Middle East and Central Asia, agreed to explore ways to further cooperate in the fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), Al Qaida, the Taliban, and other terrorist organizations, and discussed how to implement a lasting peace in Ukraine as well as the need to continue international pressure on North Korea to halt its nuclear weapon and missile programs.

The President announced his intention to nominate Phyllis L. Bayer to be Assistant Secretary for Installations, Energy, and the Environment at the Department of the Navy.

The President announced his intention to nominate Erik Bethel to be U.S. Alternate Executive Director of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate David T. Fischer to be Ambassador to Morocco.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joseph E. Macmanus to be Ambassador to Colombia.

The President announced his intention to nominate Judy L. Shelton to be U.S. Director of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.

The President announced his intention to nominate Barbara Stewart to be Chief Executive Officer for the Corporation of National Community Service.

The President announced his intention to nominate James E. Williams to be Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Labor.

The President announced his intention to nominate Tadd M. Johnson and Lisa Johnson-Billy to be members of the Board of Trustees of the Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall Foundation.

The President announced his intention to appoint Jeffrey H. Anderson as Director of the Bureau of Justice Statistics at the Department of Justice.

November 22

In the morning, the President received a briefing on the U.S. Navy C–2A aircraft that crashed into the Sea of Japan while en route to the USS Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier. Later, he traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where, at the Trump International Golf Club, he made telephone calls and held meetings.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

The President made additional disaster assistance available to California by authorizing an increase in the level of Federal funding for emergency protective measures undertaken in the State of California as a result of wildfires beginning on October 8 and continuing.

The President declared a major disaster in Mississippi and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by Hurricane Nate from October 6 through 10.

November 23

In the morning, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Riviera Beach, FL, where, at the

U.S. Coast Guard Lake Worth Inlet Station, in the mess hall, they visited with coastguardsmen on duty and provided a Thanksgiving lunch to station personnel. Later, he traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

November 24

In the morning, from his residence at the Mar-a-Club, the President had a telephone conversation with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey to reaffirm the Turkey-U.S. strategic partnership, particularly in combating terrorism in all its forms and fostering regional stability, discuss the importance of implementing U.N. Security Council Resolution 2254 and supporting the U.N.-led Geneva Process to resolve the civil war in Syria and end the humanitarian crisis, and review a Turkish purchase of U.S. military equipment. Later, he traveled to the Trump National Golf Club Jupiter in Jupiter, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he had a telephone conversation with President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt to offer his condolences for the terrorist attack on worshippers at the Al Rawdah mosque in North Sinai Province, condemn the attack, and reiterate continued U.S. support for Egypt in the face of terrorism. He remained overnight in his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club.

The President announced the designation of Office of Management and Budget Director John M. "Mick" Mulvaney as Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

November 25

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

November 26

In the morning, the President traveled to the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Sen. Steven D. Daines to discuss tax reform legislation.

November 27

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch with Sens. Orrin G. Hatch, Patrick J. Toomey, Robert J. Portman, Timothy E. Scott, and John Cornyn III, in their capacity as members of the Senate Finance Committee. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis.

Also in the afternoon, the President met with Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin. During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel

Macron of France to discuss international diplomatic efforts toward a political solution in Syria,

the importance of confronting and reversing Iran's destabilizing activities in Syria, and the need for all nations to impose and maintain maximum pressure on the North Korean regime to end its nuclear weapons development program.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Bridgeton and St. Charles, MO, on November 29.

November 28

In the afternoon, in the Mike Mansfield Room at the U.S. Capitol, the President met with the Senate Republican Conference and made remarks. White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly and National Economic Council Director Gary D. Cohn also attended.

During the day, the President had separate telephone conversations with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe of Japan and President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to address North Korea's launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile that impacted within Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone and emphasize that the North Korean regime's provocative actions are undermining its security and further isolating it from the international community.

The President announced his intention to nominate Mark S. Schneider to be Director of the Institute of Education Science at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention appoint Nicole R. Nason as Assistant Secretary for Administration at the Department of State.

November 29

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Xi Jinping of China to discuss North Korea's latest missile launch. President Trump underscored the determination of the United States to defend itself and its allies against the growing threat posed by the North Korean regime and emphasized the need for China to use all available levers to convince North Korea to end its provocations and return to the path of denuclearization. Later, in the Oval Office, he had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to St. Louis, MO. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed a message to Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Fayez al-Saraj of Libya to the White House on December 1.

The President announced his intention to nominate Marvin Goodfriend to be a member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

The President announced his intention to nominate Thomas E. Workman to be a member of the Financial Stability Oversight Council.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jeffrey DeWit to be Chief Financial Officer for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

November 30

In the morning, the President had a telephone conversation with President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to discuss North Korea's November 28 launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile, evaluate next steps to respond to this most recent provocation by North Korea, including how to bring maximum pressure to bear on the regime, reiterate their strong commitment to enhancing the alliance's deterrence and defense capabilities, and reaffirmed their strong commitment to compelling North Korea to return to the path of denuclearization at any cost. President Trump also committed to sending a high-level delegation to the 2018 Olympic Games in Pyeongchang.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jelena McWilliams to be a member of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

December 1

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, on the West Wing Portico, he greeted Prime Minister Fayez al-Saraj of Libya. Then, in the Oval Office, they had a meeting to discuss Libya-U.S. relations and opportunities for future partnerships, continued U.S. support for the Government of National Accord and the United Nations– facilitated efforts to achieve political reconciliation in Libya, Libyan cooperation in U.S. counterterrorism efforts, and the ongoing U.S. commitment to defeating Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terrorist organization and other terrorists operating in Libya.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President had lunch with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis. Later, in the Grand Foyer, he hosted a White House Christmas reception and made remarks.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to discuss the recent Global Entrepreneurship Summit, cohosted by the United States and India, which brought together entrepreneurs and investors from around the world, including 38 U.S. States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Salt Lake City, UT, on December 4.

December 2

In the morning, the President traveled to New York City. Prior to boarding Marine One en route to Joint Base Andrews, on the South Lawn, he made remarks and answered questions from reporters. Upon arrival in New York City, he traveled to the Cipriani 42nd Street restaurant, where he made remarks at a Trump Victory fundraiser.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to the Pierre hotel in New York City, where he made remarks at a Republican National Committee fundraiser. Then, he traveled to a private residence, where he participated in a roundtable fundraiser for the Republican National Committee. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

December 4

In the morning, the President announced on his personal Twitter feed his endorsement of senatorial candidate Roy S. Moore in the upcoming special senatorial election in Alabama. Then, he traveled to Salt Lake City, UT. En route aboard Air Force One, he had a telephone conversation with Mr. Moore to discuss the upcoming election and endorse Mr. Moore's candidacy. Later, upon arrival in Salt Lake City, he traveled to the Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter Day Saints Welfare Square complex, where he toured the facility with church leaders. Then, he traveled to the Utah State Capitol, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening. During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Emmanuel

Macron of France to discuss the need for the Iraqi Government and the Kurdistan Regional Government to resolve their differences, the situation in the Middle East, and their shared commitment to stability in the Middle East and North Africa.

The President announced his intention to nominate Michael D. Griffin to be Under Secretary for Research and Engineering at the Department of Defense.

The President announced his intention to appoint Ralph D. DiMicco, Vincent M. Duvall, and Leslie B. Daniels as members of the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations.

December 5

In the morning, the President had separate telephone conversations with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian Authority, King Abdullah II of Jordan, President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt, and King Salman bin Abd al- Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to reaffirm his commitment to advancing and supporting the Israeli-Palestinian peace process, underscore the importance of bilateral cooperation with each partner to advance peace efforts in the region, and discuss the potential for upcoming decisions regarding the status of Jerusalem.

In the evening, the President posted an entry to his personal Twitter feed announcing that he would travel to Pensacola, FL, on December 8. Then, on the State Floor, the President and Mrs. Trump hosted the Congressional Ball. Later, he had a telephone conversation with former Gov.

W. Mitt Romney of Massachusetts to discuss tax reform and the President's visit to Salt Lake City, UT, on December 4.

During the day, in the Cross Hall, the President and Mrs. Trump posed for their official 2017 Christmas portrait.

The White House announced that the President will travel to Jackson, MS, on December 9. The President announced his intention to nominate Gregory J. Slavonic to be Assistant

Secretary for Manpower and Reserve Affairs at the Department of the Navy.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the American Battle Monuments Commission: William M. Matz, Jr. (designated as Secretary); Thomas O. Hicks; John P. McGoff; Evans C. Spiceland; Robert O. Wefald; Jennifer S. Carroll; Dorothy Gray; and Luis R. Quinonez.

The President announced his intention to appoint Terrence G. Berg and Diane S. Sykes as members of the Board of Trustees of the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the President's Commission on White House Fellowships: Paris P. Dennard; Linda M. Springer; Robert J. Smullen; and Daniel Caine.

December 6

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL, on December 8.

The President announced his intention to appoint the following individuals as members of the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council: Gregory W. Abbott; John Bel Edwards; D. Phillip Bryant; Kay E. Ivey; George E. "Sonny" Perdue; E. Scott Pruitt; Wilbur L. Ross, Jr.; Richard L. Scott; Ryan K. Zinke; Mark T. Esper; and Kirstjen M. Nielsen.

December 7

In the morning, in the Cabinet Room, the President met with Republican Senators, Cabinet Members, and other White House senior staff to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard program.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel. Later, in the Situation Room, he received a briefing from Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis on military readiness. Vice President Michael R. Pence; Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell and Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer; and Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi also attended. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with former U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations John R. Bolton.

December 8

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch. Then, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis. Later, he traveled to Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL, arriving in the evening.

In the evening, upon arrival at Naval Air Station Pensacola, the President traveled to the Pensacola Bay Center in Pensacola, FL. Later, he traveled to West Palm Beach, FL. Upon arrival, he traveled to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, where he remained overnight.

The White House announced further details on the President's travel to Jackson, MS, on December 9.

The President declared an emergency in California and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts due to the emergency conditions resulting from wildfires beginning on December 4 and continuing.

December 9

In the morning, the President traveled to Jackson, MS, where, at the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, he toured museum facilities and exhibits with former Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Rueben V. Anderson, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., Gov. D. Phillip Bryant of Mississippi, and Lucy Allen, Museum Division director, Mississippi Department of Archives and History. Later, he traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, en route aboard Air Force One, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed that he will be watching the Army-Navy football game later in the afternoon. Then, upon arrival in West Palm Beach, he traveled to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL.

In the evening, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his congratulations to the

U.S. Military Academy Army Black Knights football team for their victory over the U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen. He remained overnight at his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club.

December 10

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where at the Trump International Golf Club West Palm Beach, he played golf with Sen. Lindsey O. Graham and discussed tax reform legislation and the importance of fully funding national security needs in upcoming Government spending negotiations.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he returned to Washington, DC, arriving in the evening.

December 11

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch with Secretary of Agriculture George E. "Sonny" Perdue to discuss ongoing wildfire prevention and recovery efforts in California and continued Federal assistance to supplement State, Tribal, and local response efforts. Then, in the Oval Office, he participated in a presentation of the Friends of Zion award with faith leaders. Later, also in the Oval Office, he met with Rep. William F. Shuster to discuss national infrastructure improvement efforts. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao, White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly, Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short, and Director of the National Economic Council Gary D. Cohn also attended. Then, also in the Oval Office, he participated in a swearing-in ceremony for Jamie D. McCourt as

U.S. Ambassador to France and Monaco. Vice President Pence also attended.

The President announced his intention to nominate Frank T. Brogan to be the Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education at the Department of Education.

The President announced his intention to nominate Lisa Gordon-Hagerty to be Under Secretary for Nuclear Security at the Department of Energy.

December 12

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan and U.S. Ambassador to Japan William F. Hagerty IV.

In the evening, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his congratulations to Senator-elect G. Douglas Jones on his victory in the special election in Alabama.

During the day, in the Oval Office, the President visited with former Special Agents in Charge of the U.S. Secret Service Presidential Protective Division spanning from the Kennedy administration to present day.

The President announced his intention to nominate Andrea L. Thompson to be the Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security at the Department of State.

December 13

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, in the Roosevelt Room, the President participated in a swearing-in ceremony for Gregory G. Katsas as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.

In the evening, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his thanks to Omarosa O. Manigault Newman for her service as White House Office of Public Liaison Communications Director.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Senator-elect G. Douglas Jones to congratulate him on his victory in the special election in Alabama and invite him to the White House.

December 14

In the afternoon, in the Private Dining Room, the President and Vice President Michael R. Pence had lunch with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis. Later, in the Oval Office, the President met with Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel of the Republican National Committee.

Also in the afternoon, the President had a telephone conversation with Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia to discuss the situation in North Korea. President Trump also thanked President Putin for acknowledging the strong U.S. economic performance in his annual press conference. He also had a telephone conversation with News Corp. Executive Chairman Rupert Murdoch to congratulate him on the Walt Disney Company's acquisition of portions of New Corp.'s entertainment division, 21st Century Fox Inc.

December 15

In the morning, the President traveled to Quantico, VA.

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Sen. Robert P. Corker, Jr., to discuss tax reform legislation.

December 16

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Camp David, MD. Prior to boarding Marine One en route to Camp David, on the South Lawn, he made remarks and answered questions from reporters. While at Camp David, throughout the weekend, he held meetings with Vice President Michael R. Pence, Secretary of Veterans Affairs David J. Shulkin, Director of the Office of Management and Budget John M. "Mick" Mulvaney, Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., and Secretary of Agriculture George E. "Sonny" Perdue.

December 17

In the afternoon, the President returned to Washington, DC. Upon arrival, on the South Lawn, he spoke briefly with reporters and answered questions.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin of Russia to discuss the advanced warning the U.S. intelligence agencies provided to Russia concerning a major terrorist plot in St. Petersburg, Russia, and review the ongoing importance of intelligence cooperation in order to defeat terrorists globally. He also had a telephone conversation with Director of Central Intelligence Michael R. Pompeo to congratulate him on the success of the intelligence cooperation with Russia, thank the Central Intelligence Agency's talented personnel, and commend the entire intelligence community on a job well done.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Cindy McCain, wife of Sen. John S. McCain III, to them wish them well on their return to Arizona as the Senator continues to receive treatment for brain cancer.

December 18

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing.

In the afternoon, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his condolences for the victims of the AMTRAK Cascades train derailment near DuPont, WA. Later, in the Oval Office, he met with Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson.

In the evening, in the White House Family Theater, the President hosted a screening of the film "The Darkest Hour" with a bipartisan group of Members of Congress.

The President announced his intention to appoint Caren Harp as Administrator of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention at the Department of Justice.

December 19

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President met with Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis.

In the afternoon, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his congratulations to Speaker of the House of Representatives Paul D. Ryan, House Majority Leader Kevin O. McCarthy, Majority Whip Stephen J. Scalise, Reps. Kevin P. Brady and Cathy McMorris Rodgers, and all other House Republicans on the passage of tax reform legislation, H.R. 1. Also in the afternoon, he had lunch with former White House Chief of Staff Reinhold R. "Reince" Priebus.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan to discuss regional security, explore opportunities for improved cooperation, including Uzbekistan's support for U.S. strategy in South Asia and efforts in Afghanistan, and review Uzbekistan's reform efforts, which will set the conditions for increased trade and improved security against terrorist threats.

Also during the day, the President had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Theresa May of the United Kingdom to exchange holiday greetings and warm wishes for Christmas and the coming new year. The Prime Minister offered her condolences for the tragic train accident in Washington State. The leaders also discussed next steps in forging peace in the Middle East, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. President Trump congratulated the Prime Minister on the decision by European Union leaders to move to the second phase of the negotiations on the U.K.'s withdrawal from the EU.

December 20

In the morning, in the Oval Office, the President had an intelligence briefing. Later, he posted to his personal Twitter feed his congratulations to Senate Majority Leader A. Mitchell McConnell on Senate passage of tax reform legislation, H.R. 1.

In the afternoon, in the Oval Office, the President met with White House Chief of Staff John

F. Kelly, Counselor Kellyanne Conway, Political Director Bill Stepien, and Communications Director Hope C. Hicks; and Corey R. Lewandowski, former campaign manager, and Brad Parscale, former digital media director, Donald J. Trump Presidential campaign.During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with King Salman bin Abd al-Aziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to express solidarity with Saudi Arabia following the ballistic missile attack against King Salman's official residence, Al-Yamama Palace, on December 19, an attack enabled by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran, discuss efforts to engage the United Nations to hold Iran accountable for its repeated violations of international law, and agree on the importance of reinvigorating a political process to end the civil war in Yemen. King Salman updated President Trump on Saudi Arabia's plan to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

The President announced his intention to nominate Joel M. Carson III to be a judge on the

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit.

The President announced his intention to nominate Susan Paradise Baxter to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.

The President announced his intention to nominate Colm F. Connolly and Maryellen Noreika to be judges on the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware.

The President announced his intention to nominate Kari A. Dooley to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut.

The President announced his intention to nominate Gordon P. Giampietro to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.

The President announced his intention to nominate Marilyn J. Horan to be a judge on the

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.

The President announced his intention to nominate William F. Jung to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.

The President announced his intention to nominate Chad F. Kenney to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

The President announced his intention to nominate Jill A. Otake to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaii.

The President announced his intention to nominate William M. McSwain to be a U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

The President announced his intention to nominate Billy J. Williams to be a U.S. attorney for the District of Oregon.

The President announced his intention to appoint Ronald Sanders as a member of the Federal Salary Council and, upon appointment, designate him Chair.

The President announced his intention to appoint Katja Bullock as a member of the Federal Salary Council.

The President announced his intention to appoint Gregory B. Fairchild as a Community Development Representative on the Community Development Advisory Board.

The President announced his intention to appoint Raymond Moncrief as a Community Development Financial Institutions Representative on the Community Development Advisory Board.

The President declared a major disaster for the Pueblo of Acoma and ordered Federal aid to supplement the Tribe's efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from October 4 through 6.

The President declared a major disaster in Alaska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement State and local recovery efforts in the area affected by a severe storm from September 28 through 30.

December 21

In the afternoon, the President traveled to Bethesda, MD, where, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, he visited with wounded U.S. servicemembers and awarded the Purple Heart to 1st Lt. Victor Prato, USA. White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly also attended. Later, he returned to Washington, DC.

In the evening, the President had a telephone conversation with Robert K. Kraft, founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of Kraft Group, LLC, to discuss tax reform legislation.

December 22

In the morning, the President and his daughter Tiffany traveled to Palm Beach, FL, arriving in the afternoon.

In the afternoon, the President traveled to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, where he remained overnight. He also posted to his personal Twitter feed his endorsement of Ronald D. DeSantis as a candidate for Governor of Florida.

During the day, at his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President met with Arizona senatorial candidate Kelli Ward.

December 23

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

December 24

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, in the library at the Mar-a-Lago Club, he and Mrs. Trump participated in phone calls with children calling the North American Aerospace Defense (NORAD) Command's "Santa Tracker" program.

In the evening, the President and Mrs. Trump traveled to Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by- the-Sea, where he attended a Christmas Eve service. Later, they returned to their residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club, where they remained overnight.

December 25

In the morning, the President received a briefing on the terrorist attack outside a National Directorate of Security compound in Kabul, Afghanistan.

December 26

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where at the Trump International Golf Club, he played golf with Sen. David A. Perdue, Jr., professional golfer Bryson DeChambau, and former professional golfer Dana Quigley.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

December 27

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later, he traveled to West Palm Beach, FL. Then, he returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

The White House announced that the President will welcome Prime Minister Erna Solberg of Norway to the White House on January 10, 2018.

December 28

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where, in the Grill Room at the Trump International Golf Club, he later participated in an interview with Michael S. Schmidt of the New York Times.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL.

In the evening, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President had dinner with Secretary of Commerce Wilbur L. Ross, Jr., to discuss trade policy, job creation, and the national economy. He remained overnight at his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club.

December 29

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL, where at the Trump International Golf Club, he golfed, participated in a photographic opportunity with, and made remarks to coastguardsmen from the U.S. Coast Guard Lake Worth Inlet Station and from stations across the U.S.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL, where he remained overnight.

During the day, the President had a telephone conversation with President Abdelfattah Said Elsisi of Egypt to offer his condolences for the terrorist attack on Coptic Christians and security forces in Helwan, condemn the attack, and reiterate U.S. support for Egypt in the face of terrorism and its commitment to combat extremism in all its forms.

December 30

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL.

In the afternoon, the President returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL. Later in the afternoon, the President greeted West Palm Beach, FL, resident Mike Sims and other supporters who had gathered outside the Mar-a-Lago Club. He remained overnight at his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club.

December 31

In the morning, the President traveled to West Palm Beach, FL. Later, at the Trump International Golf Club, he had lunch with Gov. Richard L. Scott of Florida to discuss ongoing hurricane recovery efforts, the need to improve the Nation's aging infrastructure, and tax reform legislation. The President commended Gov. Scott for his leadership.

In the afternoon, the President posted to his personal Twitter feed his condolences for the victims of the early-morning shooting at the Copper Canyon Apartment complex in Highlands Ranch, CO. Later, he returned to his residence at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, FL.

In the evening, at the Mar-a-Lago Club, the President, Mrs. Trump, and their son Barron attended a New Year's Eve reception and dinner and made brief remarks. Assistant to the President Ivanka M. Trump, her husband, White House Senior Adviser Jared C. Kushner, and their children Arabella R. and Joseph F. Kushner; the President's son Donald Jr. and his son Donald III; the President's son Eric and his wife Lara; and Secretary of the Treasury Steven T. Mnuchin and his wife Louise Linton also attended. Later, they returned to their residence, where they remained overnight.

During the day, the President was briefed on security measures that are being taken by Federal, State, and local authorities to help ensure a safe and festive New Year's Eve.

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Peña Nieto, Enrique; Pence, Karen; Pence, Michael E.; Pence, Michael J.; Pence, Michael R.; Pence, Robert F.; Peng Liyuan; Perdue, David A., Jr.; Perdue, George E. "Sonny"; Perez Otero, Angel; Perlmutter, Isaac; Perlmutter, Laurie J.; Perry, Caitríona; Perry, J. Richard; Petersen, Matthew S.; Peters-Gibson, Latrina; Peterson, Peter G.; Pettersen, Suzann; Petty, Timothy R.; Pfleger, Gregory W., Jr.; Philippe, King; Philipson, Thomas J.; Phillips, Tim; Phuc, Nguyen Xuan; Piatkowski, Kristen; Pietro Parolin, Cardinal; Pinchuk, Nicholas T.; Pirro, Jeanine Ferris; Pistole, John S.; Pizzella, Patrick; Platt, Michael, Jr.; Player, Gary; Poblete, Yleem D.S.; Pollack, Kira; Pollett, Ronald J.; Pompeo, Michael R.; Pon, Jeff TienHan; Poroshenko, Petro; Porter, Rob; Porter, Robert R.; Portman, Robert J.; Pottinger, Matthew; Powell, Dina H.; Powell, Dina Habib; Powell, Jerome H.; Powell, William J.; Powelson, Robert F.; Prato, Victor; Prayut Chan-ocha; Price, Thomas E.; Priebus, Reinhold R. "Reince"; Probst, Larry; Pruitt, E. Scott; Pryor, Judith

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Subjects: ABC: "World News Tonight With David Muir" program; Administration, Office of; Administrative Conference of the United States; Affairs, Department of : Department officials, meeting with President; Afghanistan : Afghan military and security forces; Afghanistan : Counterterrorism efforts; Afghanistan : Counterterrorism efforts, cooperation with U.S.; Afghanistan : Iraqi military and security forces; Afghanistan : NATO, role; Afghanistan : President; Afghanistan : Reconciliation efforts; Afghanistan : Relations with U.S.; Afghanistan : Terrorist attack in Kabul; Afghanistan : U.S. Ambassador; Afghanistan : U.S. foreign policy and military strategy, review; Afghanistan : U.S. military forces :: Casualties; Afghanistan : U.S. military forces :: Deployment; Africa : African Union :: Peacekeeping efforts; African Development Bank; Agriculture, Department of : ; Agriculture, Department of : Food and Drug Administration; Agriculture, Department of : General Counsel; Agriculture, Department of : Research, Education, and Economics, Under Secretary for; Agriculture, Department of : Secretary; Agriculture, Department of : Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Under Secretary for; Agriculture, Department of : Under Secretaries :: Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services; Agriculture, Department of : Under Secretaries :: Marketing and Regulatory Programs; Air Force, Department of : Dover Air Force Base, DE; Air Force, Department of : MacDill Air Force Base, FL; Air Force, Department of the : Financial Management, Assistant Secretary for; Air Force, Department of the : Installations, Environment, and Energy, Assistant Secretary for; Air Force, Department of the : Manpower and Reserve Affairs, Acting Secretary for; Air Force, Department of the : Osan Air Base in South Korea; Air Force, Department of the : Secretary; Air Force, Department of the : Under Secretary; Air Force, Department of the : Yokota Air Base in Tokyo, Japan; Alabama : 2017 special senatorial election; Alabama : Disaster assistance; Alabama : President's visit; Alabama : Special senatorial election; Alabama : WZZK in Birmingham; Alabama, disaster assistance; Alabama, Governor; Alaska : Disaster assistance; Algeria : U.S. Ambassador; American Indians and Alaska Natives : Hoopa Valley Tribe, disaster assistance; American Indians and Alaska Natives : Pueblo of Acoma, disaster assistance; American Indians and Alaska Natives : Resighini Rancheria, disaster assistance; America's Heritage Abroad,

Commission for the Preservation of; Andorra, U.S. Ambassador; Angola, U.S. Ambassador; Anthem, Inc.; Arab Islamic American Summit; Argentina : Economic reforms; Argentina : President; Argentina : Relations with U.S.; Argentina : Trade with U.S.; Arizona : Marine Corps Air Station Yuma; Arizona : Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia in Scottsdale; Arizona

: President's visit; Arizona : Yuma International Airport in Yuma; Arkansas : Disaster assistance; Armed Forces, U.S. : Military families; Armed Forces, U.S. : Servicemembers :: Casualties; Armed Forces, U.S. : Servicemembers :: Deployment; Armed Forces, U.S. : Servicemembers :: Meetings with President; Armed Forces, U.S. : Servicemembers ::Transgender servicemembers, disallowance from service in U.S. military; Armed Forces, U.S.: Servicemembers :: Leaders, meetings with President; Armed Forces, U.S.: Servicemembers :: Meetings with President; Army, Department of the : Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, Assistant Secretary for; Army, Department of the : Civil Works, Assistant Secretary for; Army, Department of the : Energy, Installations, and Environment, Assistant Secretary for; Army, Department of the : General Counsel; Army, Department of the : Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Hardy Barracks facility in Tokyo, Japan; Army, Department of the : Secretary; Army, Department of the : Special Forces Qualification Course officers, meeting with President; Army, Department of the : U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys in South Korea; Army, Department of the : U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan in Seoul, South Korea; Army, Department of the : Under Secretary; Arts : "Finding Dory", White House screening; Arts : "The Darkest Hour," White House screening; Asia : Asian Nations, Association of Southeast (ASEAN); Asia : Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN); Asia : East Asia Summit; Asia : East China Sea, maritime territorial disputes; Asia : Northeast Asia Security Dinner in Hamburg, Germany; Asia : Relations with U.S.; Asia : South Asia, U.S. foreign policy and military strategy, review; Asia : South China Sea, maritime territorial disputes; Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC); Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC); Associated Press; Attorneys General, National Association of; Australia : Crash of U.S. military MV–22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft off Queensland coast; Australia : Prime Minister; Australia : Relations with U.S.; Austria : 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games; Bahamas, the, U.S. Ambassador; Bahrain, U.S. Ambassador; Battle Monuments Commission, American; Belgium : Brussels :: European Union Headquarters; Belgium : Brussels :: North Atlantic Treaty Organization Headquarters; Belgium : Brussels :: Royal Palace; Belgium : Brussels :: U.S. Ambassador's Residence; Belgium : King; Belgium : President Trump's visit; Belgium : Prime Minister; Belgium : Queen; Belgium : U.S. Ambassador; Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation; Bloomberg News; Boy Scouts of America; Brazil : President; Brazil : Relations with U.S.; Breitbart News Network LLC; Budget, Federal : Appropriations :: Consolidated; Budget, Federal

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:: National Security Adviser, Deputy; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Oval Office Operations, Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Oval Office Operations Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Policy, Senior Adviser for; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Political Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Press Secretary; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Presidential Advance, Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Principal Deputy Press Secretary; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Principal Deputy Chief of Staff; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Senior Adviser; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Senior Counsel; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Senior Associates Counsel; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Social Media Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Social Media, Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Special Counsel; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Staff Secretary; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Strategic Communications, Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Strategic Communications, Director of; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Strategic Communications, Deputy Assistant; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Strategic Communications, Deputy Assistant for; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Strategic Communications, Senior Adviser; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: Strategic Response, Director; White House Office : Assistants to the President :: White House Counsel; White House Office : Chief White House Physician; White House Office : Domestic Policy Council; White House Office : Economic Advisers, Council of; White House Office : Economic Council, National; White House Office : Environmental Quality, Council on; White House Office : Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator; White House Office : Interns; White House Office : Manufacturing Jobs Initiative; White House Office : Military Office, White House; White House Office : Public Liaison, Office of; White House Office : Security Council, National; White House Office : Strategic and Policy Forum, President's; White House Office : Vice President; Wisconsin : Disaster assistance; Wisconsin : Governor; Wisconsin : Milwaukee :: General Mitchell International Airport; Wisconsin : Milwaukee :: Hyatt Regency Milwaukee hotel; Wisconsin : President's visits; Wisconsin : Republican Party event; Wisconsin : Snap-on Inc. in Kenosha; Wisconsin : Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee; Wisconsin : WTMJ in Milwaukee; Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars; Wyoming : Disaster assistance; Wyoming, disaster assistance; Yemen : Civil war and sectarian conflict; Yemen : Political unrest and violence; Yemen : U.S. airstrike on suspected terrorist site; Yemen : U.S. raid on suspected terrorist site; Zambia, U.S. Ambassador.