White House report card: A confusing week for Congress and the rest of us Donald Trump’s week began with several days of private events, followed by increased public engagement, including a lengthy press conference and an executive order signing. Congress faced a confusing period with mixed legislative outcomes regarding Iran, Ukraine, and immigration. The U.S. economy continued to show job growth, while geopolitical tensions in Iran and Ukraine persisted.

• Trump spent the first half of the week in private meetings before engaging with the press and signing executive orders.
• He answered questions on various topics, including the ‘anti-weaponization’ fund and the Iran memorandum.
• The president faced setbacks in the House regarding a resolution to block strikes on Iran and an arms package for Ukraine.
• Plans were announced to invest in the U.S. coal industry using wartime powers.
• The U.S. economy posted job gains in May, with nonfarm payrolls increasing by 172,000.
• Congress experienced a confusing week with mixed votes on the Iran war, Ukraine aid, and immigration.
• House Republicans failed to block an effort to stop the Iran war, with four members challenging the president.
• Senate Republicans rejected a proposal for a Justice Department fund.
• A federal judge banned the Kennedy Center board from adding Trump’s name.
• An Iran deal announcement evaporated, with reports of a $300 billion investment proposal.
• Americans are facing increased credit card delinquencies due to higher interest rates and inflation.
• Trump’s MAGA candidates performed well in California primaries.