Trump news at a glance: watchdog group sues to block president’s ‘deeply corrupt’ birthday party
Summary
President Donald Trump is hosting an 80th birthday party at the White House on June 14, which coincides with Flag Day. A watchdog group has filed a lawsuit to stop the UFC Freedom 250 event planned for that day, arguing it violates federal rules about private events on federal land. Meanwhile, Trump has nominated Todd Blanche as attorney general, and a judge ruled against his $100,000 fee on H-1B visas.Key Facts
- President Trump’s 80th birthday party will be held at the White House on June 14, the same day as the UFC Freedom 250 event.
- The Public Integrity Project watchdog group sued to stop the UFC event, claiming it breaks federal laws because it is a private commercial event on federal land.
- The lawsuit contends the event is disguised as a patriotic celebration but actually promotes the UFC brand and Trump’s birthday.
- UFC president Dana White said the event was President Trump’s idea.
- Many celebrities invited to the event, including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Adam Sandler, and Jared Leto, reportedly declined to attend.
- President Trump nominated his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as attorney general.
- A federal judge ruled Trump’s $100,000 yearly fee on H-1B visa applications unlawful, calling it a tax that violated federal laws and is expected to be appealed.
- The Kennedy Center removed President Trump’s name from its website following a court order.
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