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Four years ago,
@POTUS
asked me to undertake what has been the experience of a lifetime – the opportunity to serve as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Silencing a significant number of voters and erasing history is no way to unite us; it only further divides. Big tech & social media platforms want to act like media orgs but don’t want to be held accountable with the rest of media. Speech should be free whether you agree or not.
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Since you brought it up... I know what it's like to actually be sleepy, especially after 18-hour surgeries and operating on babies in the womb. I hope
@IlhanMN
knows I care about all people, even those she doesn't recognize as having a right to life.
Not sure he was fully awake, maybe he meant to reclaim his time back to sleep.
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It is disheartening to see that some in this country still believe that African Americans are beholden to one political ideology at birth, due to the color of their skin.
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I know
@realDonaldTrump
. He is a good, caring man, and someone that puts our country's trust in God. He understands the rights of every American come from our Creator.
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I know President
@realDonaldTrump
. He cares about the military and our veterans, especially those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. This Atlantic hit piece is another — anonymous — attempt by the media to pontificate and manipulate. Americans know better than this.
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President
@realDonaldTrump
’s support for our most vulnerable Americans exemplifies the decisive leadership needed in this time of national crisis. Thank you, Mr. President, for putting the American people first.
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Happy Birthday to my beautiful wife, Candy. Thank you for being an amazing mother, grandmother, and most importantly, my best friend. I prayed for a wife many years ago and God blessed me with one of the greatest gifts I have ever received, you.
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You want to ban
@realDonaldTrump
, fine you’re a private company, but
@Twitter
deleting the President’s account which highlights this admin & its history is wrong.
@Facebook
&
@instagram
banning all images from the Capitol riot is a dangerous precedent to set. We aren’t in China.
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My wife, Candy, is a guiding light to me and our family. For 45 years she has always kept God first in our marriage, stood beside me in good times and bad, and helped raise our beautiful family. Happy anniversary to my beautiful bride and here’s to many more years!
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As a Nation we need to heal. I have not talked to anyone about invoking the 25th Amendment, and I am focused on finishing what I started in uplifting the forgotten women and men of America. It’s time to move toward peace. We are not each other’s enemies!
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President
@realDonaldTrump
and I agree that the best run communities are the ones run locally. Today, we are tearing down the Obama Administration's Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing rule, which was an overreach of unelected Washington bureaucrats into local communities.
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Christmas is about hope, light overcoming darkness, and joy in a new beginning for all mankind. This Christmas, Candy and I reflect on the blessings we have — our family, our neighbors, and our country. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
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End this violence now. Violence is never an appropriate response regardless of legitimate concerns. Please remember: if a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand.
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OH, REO! Thanks,
@RepKatiePorter
. Enjoying a few post-hearing snacks. Sending some your way!
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Books saved my life. My mother always encouraged reading and made sure my brother and I were surrounded by books. Even though we grew up in poverty, we had opportunities because of the doors that books opened up for us.
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CNN spewing out more FAKE NEWS on homelessness. In CA, homelessness increased by 21,306 people, that’s more than the entire national increase. No matter how hard
@CNN
tries to deny it, California is driving this crisis.
As
@realdonaldtrump
said, we are just a phone call away.
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@realDonaldTrump
Men and women of faith should be praying for our President
@realDonaldTrump
, not casting stones.
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The news out of Puerto Rico is disturbing, to say the least. In order for healing to begin, the corruption must end. This further underscores the importance of the reforms and financial controls we put in place to ensure these resources reach those who need them most.
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Thank you,
@VP
Pence for continuing to prove the
@realDonaldTrump
Administration's commitment to AMERICA FIRST! I appreciate you as an indispensable colleague and trusted friend.
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.
@RepSylviaGarcia
, there are more than 100,000 American citizens waiting for public housing in Houston, TX. Do you think they should continue to wait while people here illegally are taking their space?
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@realDonaldTrump
I believe God's providence was very much part of him becoming our Commander-in-Chief, and he understands the importance of making sure our Judeo-Christian values remain the core component of our country's foundation.
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We are praying for your success and the success of the United States
Great to be in Singapore, excitement in the air!
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George Floyd was a man of faith, a man of color, & a father to the young men in his community & church. My heart breaks for his family & for our country being torn apart by violence. Honor the legacy of Floyd by protesting in peace. There will be justice for him & his family.
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Thank you
@realdonaldtrump
for designating this National Day of Prayer. Now more than ever, we must lean into our faith by loving our neighbors and caring for those around us.
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Happy birthday to my wife and best friend, Candy. Thanks,
@VP
for the thoughtful cupcake surprise!
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The city of Baltimore has problems that can't be swept under the rug. As a doctor, I know that you can't just put a suit on a patient who has cancer and declare them healthy. We have to be willing to address these serious issues if we are ever going to solve them.
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“Where there is no law, there is no opportunity. Where there is no justice, there is no liberty. Where there is no safety, there is no future.”
Couldn’t agree more President
@realDonaldTrump
. Thank you for your leadership and commitment to our country and its principles.
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Today, Attorney General Barr and I unveiled a new memorandum of understanding between our two agencies that sets prudential guidance on the appropriate use of the False Claims Act.
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Why don’t congressional leaders realize that they are not border security experts and listen to the needs of those who have taken the oath to protect our nation? We all need to work together to ensure a strong future for our country.
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Candy and I would like to wish our incredible First Lady a very happy birthday.
@FLOTUS
, Thank you for all you do for the American people.
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Detroit is a manufacturing city built on the shoulders of hard working Americans who have stepped up alongside this Administration to deliver PPE during our greatest hour of need. Tomorrow
@realDonaldTrump
& I will meet with local leaders to map its successful, swift reopening.
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A pleasure to be at the White House to witness
@POTUS
sign an executive order promoting religious liberty
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My friend,
@THEHermanCain
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In reality, ideals like the freedom of thought, resilience, and self-determination have guided the black community through the darkest of times. It is these principles, not pandering, that will continue to lead us to the mountaintop.
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Life is our most basic human right. As a surgeon, I operated on unborn babies at weeks old despite the fact that so many do not recognize their right to survive.
Today, thousands
#MarchForLife
to remind us that it’s our duty to fight for those who can’t fight for themselves.
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The great staff
@HUDgov
surprised me for my birthday! I am honored to work with everyone of them.
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Let's use common sense in the reopening of our schools. The evidence shows children are not at risk or are at very small risk from
#COVID19
. We can use what we have learned from the
#coronavirus
in a very effective way to control the virus and not let the virus control us.
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A lot to reflect upon this morning. I remember where I was when I first heard of MLK’s assassination. And now to be the Secretary of
@HUDgov
carrying out a mission that he died for, fair housing for all, is an honor I couldn't have imagined 50 years ago.
#MLK50
#FairHousingis50
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We will always be the land of the free so long as we continue to be one Nation under God. Yesterday I prayed with pastors from around the country.
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The people who are creating the havoc and the violence say that do so because no one will listen if you’re peaceful — have they forgotten about the legacy of
#MLK
who was an advocate for non-violent protest and brought about the greatest social change we’ve ever seen?
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Few, if any, men have had as great an impact on so many as Billy Graham. He was a strong voice for not only the Christian faith, but for basic human decency, as shown by his strident opposition to segregation. He was America’s pastor. Rest in Peace, Reverend Graham.
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“Beloved, do not avenge yourselves but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, ‘Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,’ says the Lord.” We are one American family united by liberty & justice for all. Justice will be served where our laws were broken & civil liberties violated.
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The seeds the President has planted are growing and the promise they hold will improve places long forgotten, and the lives of those who call those places home.
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Today, I’m happy to announce we have awarded $1.5 million to housing authorities to assist young people aging out of foster care through HUD’s new Foster Youth to Independence Initiative.
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And most importantly, I give thanks to Almighty God, for wisdom, courage, and health. I pray that my tenure has reflected His love, and I take solace in the fact that His plan is at work. America – thank you for everything and God bless this great nation.
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I am unwavering in my commitment to fair housing — when I arrived at
@HUDgov
we had a disappointingly HUGE backlog of fair housing complaints that the Obama Admin had forgotten about. From January 2017 to present, we have successfully resolved 22,933 cases.
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Happy birthday, President
@realDonaldTrump
! It is an honor to serve in your Administration, and I look forward to the great things that lie ahead for you and our country.
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Thank you, President Trump, for this opportunity, and for the courage you display every day. You are an inspiration to so many Americans. Thank you to my beautiful wife Candy; my children; my grandchildren; and all my family and friends for their constant love and support.
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Since the beginning,
@realDonaldTrump
has talked about being a champion for the forgotten men and women of this nation and that’s exactly where we’ve been concentrating. It has been an honor to serve in an Administration with that goal, and I’m excited to see America bounce back.
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This afternoon I joined
@realDonaldTrump
and
@Mike_Pence
in praying with Pastors from around the country. America is and always will be one nation under God. During this time I’m reminded by Psalms 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God.”
#TogetherApart
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Candy and I are praying that President
@realDonaldTrump
and
@FLOTUS
have a speedy recovery and that our country can continue to unite together in our fight against
#COVID19
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Tonight,
@FLOTUS
and I tested positive for COVID-19. We will begin our quarantine and recovery process immediately. We will get through this TOGETHER!
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I applaud President
@realDonaldTrump
’s nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Judge Barrett has proven herself as a legal scholar, a lawyer, and a judge. Her experience and steadfast dedication to the Constitution make her an excellent
#SCOTUS
nominee.
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“Access to education is the civil rights issue of our time.” -
@realDonaldTrump
I couldn’t agree more Mr. President!👏🏾
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The most formative person in my youth was my own mother, Sonya Carson, whose faith, selfless hard work, and emphasis on education have been lessons to me all my life. We celebrate all women on this
#InternationalWomensDay
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Homelessness demands the attention of everybody— not just at this time of year, but every day of the year
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For two years
@FLOTUS
has shown her commitment to America's youth with her
#BeBest
initiative. It is a privilege to work alongside our First Lady and
@RealDonaldTrump
to provide all Americans, especially our youth, with more opportunities to succeed.
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Thanks to
@realDonaldTrump
's leadership, we are putting America's most vulnerable first. Our nation faces affordable housing challenges and hundreds of thousands of citizens are waiting for many years on waitlists to get housing assistance.
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The AFFH rule was a ruse for social engineering under the guise of desegregation, essentially turning
@HUDgov
into a national zoning board.
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My constitutional responsibility is to enforce existing law as it is written by Congress.
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Furthermore, the funding subject to the AFFH rule has been misused and abused for decades as slush funds for pet projects and causes ranging from an entertainment venue to a splash park and Planned Parenthood funding.
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A small percentage of our nation’s more than 20 million
#veterans
are homeless, but that’s still too many.
@hudgov
and
@DeptVetAffairs
are working to completely eradicate homelessness among our veterans—and our efforts are working. Read more:
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I would like to send my good wishes of peace and hope to families everywhere celebrating
#Easter
and the resurrection of Christ. Even though we’re spending it apart this year, I hope it's a day filled with joy and love.
#TogetherApart
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The old saying “America will only remain the land of the free so long as she is the home of the brave” rings true to this day and nobody embodies that spirit of bravery more than our veteran community. Happy Veterans Day to the men and women who make our Nation stronger.
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Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a storied legal scholar, champion for women’s equality & fought for her beliefs until the end. America has lost a steadfast leader & her family has lost a dedicated mother. Candy & I join the nation in lifting up her family in prayer.
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Thank you, President
@realDonaldTrump
, for your commitment to helping homeless and at risk Americans hardest hit by the coronavirus.
I am allocating $2.96 BILLION in Emergency Solutions Grants to support homeless Americans and those at risk of becoming homeless because of job or wage loss, or illness due to COVID-19. We are taking care of our Nation’s most vulnerable citizens. Thanks
@SecretaryCarson
!
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Praying for
@realDonaldTrump
and the US Delegation during this historic summit focused on achieving a lasting peace.
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Serving in the Trump Administration has been the honor of a lifetime. Only in the land of opportunity can a poor, inner city boy go on to become a brain surgeon, a candidate for President, and then, one day, a
@Cabinet
Secretary.
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My remarks at today’s Coronavirus Task Force Press Briefing:
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Tonight I’ll be talking to
@TuckerCarlson
about how
@HUDgov
is prioritizing housing assistance for American citizens. Hope you’ll tune in at 8pm ET!
#ReclaimingMyTime
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Wishing a very happy wedding anniversary to my lovely wife. 43 years ago today I married my best friend and the love of my life.
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With the signing of the Executive Order, the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council is officially established. I look forward to leading the Council as its Chairperson.
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Our suburbs are the epitome of the American Dream where people from all walks of life have laid down roots. These neighborhoods should make zoning decisions, not Washington. Under
@realDonaldTrump
we are saving America's suburbs & rebuilding our cities.
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I send my sincere condolences to President
@realDonaldTrump
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@FLOTUS
, and the entire Trump family on the passing of Robert Trump. Candy and I will be keeping you all in our prayers during this difficult time.
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After aging out of the foster care system, Suzan started sleeping on a friend’s couch. She knew homelessness could happen at any time. Today, she is at ease in her own home thanks to the Foster Youth to Independence initiative.
#HumansofHUD
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@POTUS
and
@FLOTUS
arrive in
#Texas
along with
@SecretaryCarson
,
@SecPriceMD
and
@SBALinda
.
#Harvey
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Both President Trump and I shared a new vision for
@HUDgov
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My thoughts and prayers are with the families and victims of the Las Vegas shooting
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Wishing you and your family a peaceful and blessed Christmas Day.
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The Senate just passed the
#OpioidCrisisResponse
Act which creates a pilot program within
@HUDgov
’s office of Community Planning and Development to help people recover from substance abuse and become stably housed.
#StopEveryDayKillers
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As the son of a single mom, I know the vital role that mothers play in our lives. I am eternally grateful to my mom for the daily sacrifices she made for our family. Happy Mother’s Day to my wife and all of the wonderful mothers who make our world a brighter place.
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Thank you
@realDonaldTrump
for providing America with the strong leadership necessary to ensure liberty & justice for all. With the signing of this historic Executive Order, POTUS has placed this great Nation on a path that will foster safer communities & help root out injustice.
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Meet Gregory. He experienced homelessness for many years but under HUD-funded programs
@DC_Housing
, he found a place to call home. After finding an affordable apartment, he worked towards self-sufficiency and homeownership.
#HumansofHUD
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We the American people are not each others enemies and we should not succumb to those who are trying to make us believe we are enemies with the sole intent to divide and conquer.
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My call to Americans this Independence Day: STOP SHAMING AND START CELEBRATING, reflect on the founding principles of our great nation, celebrate those who helped fight for the freedoms we defend today, and honor their heroic sacrifice.
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Nearly 35 million people across the nation live in areas marked as an Opportunity Zone. Today, this Administration is reinforcing its commitment to revitalize neighborhoods by bringing economic freedom to the forgotten men and women of this country.
#OpportunityNow
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The governing philosophy, which guided all of our work at
@HUDgov
, is simple: freedom works better than regulation; self-sufficiency is superior to dependence; and liberty is most achievable when it is derived of the people, by the people, for the people.
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Toured Dr King’s birth home with my lovely wife. Dr. King is an inspiration everyday and today we all celebrate his life and what he stood for— equality for all
#MLKDay
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I am thankful to God we have a President that supports the faith based community, and I will continue to work with communities of faith across America to help our most vulnerable citizens.
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Happy birthday
@POTUS
. It is an honor to serve our great country alongside you. Thanks for your leadership and friendship.
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I have never seen a situation where violent protests accomplish something good. It is ruining these neighborhoods and the chances for a lot of people to climb the ladders of opportunity.
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It is a privilege to be at the
@WhiteHouse
with President
@realDonaldTrump
for the confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Supreme Court. Justice Barrett will be loyal to the vision of our Founders, ensuring that justice for all continues to reign as our Nation's creed.
LIVE: President Trump participates in the swearing-in ceremony of the Honorable Amy Coney Barrett
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Today, I announced disaster assistance for residents in Texas affected by
#HurricaneHarvey
. Learn more .
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