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May 17, 2026 | Read Online President Trump's Historic China Summit dominated the week as he held high-level bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, delivering one of the most consequential diplomatic breakthroughs in recent memory. China agreed to purchase 200 Boeing jets — with the order potentially rising to 750 aircraft — a massive win for American manufacturing and workers. The two leaders also reached agreement that Iran must not control the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting a shared commitment to global security. Treasury Secretary Bessent announced the two nations are now discussing a joint Board of Investment, and President Trump capped the summit by personally inviting President Xi to visit the White House later this year. The American Economy Continues to Surge as U.S. industrial production rose by its largest margin in over a year, signaling powerful momentum across the manufacturing sector. President Trump's Council of Economic Advisers also confirmed that opening 401(k)s to private market investments would add an estimated $35 billion to the U.S. economy — a bold proposal to grow retirement savings for every American worker. President Trump Honored America's Mothers this week with the launch of Moms.gov, a new federal resource hub providing expecting and new mothers with centralized access to health, benefits, and family support. The President also hosted a Mother's Day Rose Garden Luncheon at the White House, bringing together Angel Moms and Gold Star Mothers for a deeply personal tribute to their courage and sacrifice. First Lady Melania Trump also marked 180 days of the Fostering the Future Executive Order with 10 documented achievements transforming outcomes for foster youth across the country. The Administration Reaffirmed Its Commitment to Law Enforcement with President Trump's proclamation of Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week 2026, honoring the men and women who lay down their lives to keep American communities safe. The White House also highlighted the results of the President's unwavering pro-law enforcement agenda, citing measurable gains in public safety across the nation since taking office. President Trump Announced a New National Garden of American Heroes to be built in Washington, D.C., celebrating the great figures who shaped the American story. On Armed Forces Day, the President also issued a personal message of gratitude to every man and woman currently serving in uniform, reaffirming his commitment to the strongest military in the world.  PRESIDENT TRUMP HONORS AMERICA'S MOMS WITH NEW SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES | President Trump launched Moms.gov, a new federal resource hub for expecting and new mothers, alongside new employer fertility benefit guidance and childcare reforms aimed at lowering costs for families across America. Read the Release.  PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY AND POLICE WEEK, 2026 | President Trump proclaimed Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week 2026, honoring the brave law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities and this nation. Read the Proclamation.  FIRST LADY MELANIA TRUMP'S 10 ACHIEVEMENTS FOR FOSTER YOUTH | At the 180-day mark of the Fostering the Future Executive Order, First Lady Melania Trump highlighted 10 documented achievements transforming outcomes for foster youth, reflecting her personal commitment to America's most vulnerable children. Read the Statement.  PRESIDENT TRUMP'S UNWAVERING SUPPORT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT IS MAKING AMERICA SAFE AGAIN | The White House released a comprehensive overview of how President Trump's pro-law enforcement agenda is delivering measurable public safety gains and restoring order across the country. Read the Release.  AMERICA 250: PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK EXPEDITION | As part of the America 250 celebration, President Trump issued a message commemorating the anniversary of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, honoring the explorers whose courage helped map and define the American frontier. Read the Message.  IN THE NEWS READ | Trump Administration Launches Moms.Gov for New and Expecting Mothers READ | President Trump's CEA: Opening 401(k)s to Private Market Investments Would Add $35 Billion to the U.S. Economy READ | Energy Sec. Wright: Trump Open to Gas Tax Pause READ | Trump Vows to Strengthen 'Buy American' Federal Policy READ | President Trump Holds Bilateral Talks with Xi Jinping READ | Trump invites Xi to visit White House later this year, touts 'special relationship' with China READ | Bessent Says US, China Discussing 'Board of Investment' READ | US Senate committee to weigh crypto bill in milestone for digital assets READ | White House Says Trump, Xi Agree Iran Shouldn't Control Strait READ | Trump says China to buy 200 Boeing jets, order could rise up to 750 READ | US Industrial Production Rises by Most in Over a Year READ | Trump announces new National Garden of American Heroes in Washington D.C. Visit The Wire  NUMBER OF THE WEEK 200 Boeing jets China has agreed to purchase — with the order potentially rising to 750 aircraft — a landmark win for American manufacturing secured during President Trump's historic bilateral summit with President Xi Jinping.  SURVEY Do you support President Trump's diplomatic engagement with China, including the historic summit with President Xi and the landmark Boeing trade deal? Yes, it's a historic win for American workers and national security   Yes, strong diplomacy and smart deal-making   Yes, but I want to see more accountability from China   No, I have concerns about engaging with China   Not sure / No opinion Submit Here  PHOTO OF THE WEEK President Donald J. Trump participates in a welcome ceremony with President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China, Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China.  Apple App Store Link  Google Play Store Link Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up here. Copyright (C) 2026 The White House. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20500-0005 USA Want to change how you receive these emails? Update your preferences or unsubscribe Read Online MEMORIAL DAY This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our nation. Their sacrifice is the foundation upon which America's greatness is built — and their memory lives on in every freedom we enjoy. We are forever grateful.  WEEK IN REVIEW Violent Crime Plummeted at the Fastest Rate in Nearly 90 Years according to a new FBI report, with officials confirming that the Trump administration's tough-on-crime policies are working. Communities across America are safer, and the results speak for themselves — this is what happens when law enforcement is fully backed by the President of the United States. The Administration's Anti-Fraud Momentum is Accelerating as President Trump's task force continues its work targeting an estimated $250 billion in government fraud — and officials say it is just getting started. Simultaneously, HHS deployed artificial intelligence to detect Medicaid fraud and waste, bringing cutting-edge technology to bear in the fight to protect taxpayer dollars. President Trump is Rebuilding America's Workforce and Economy on multiple fronts this week. The administration launched Workforce Pell Grants to fast-track Americans into high-demand skilled trades, reversed Biden-era refrigerant regulations to lower grocery costs, and committed $2 billion to quantum-computing firms to ensure America leads the next technological revolution. The DOJ also exposed a two-decade-long election fraud scheme in California, validating the administration's push for election integrity. America's Faith is on Full Display as thousands packed the National Mall for an America 250 prayer rally where President Trump read from the Bible — a powerful testament to the nation's spiritual revival. As we mark Memorial Day, we honor the fallen heroes whose sacrifice made this resurgence possible — and we recommit to building the America they died defending. The UAE Made History This Week by Exiting OPEC in a landmark diplomatic victory for President Trump, delivering a major shift in global energy markets that is expected to increase oil supply and put downward pressure on energy prices for American families. The move reflects the growing influence of President Trump's America First energy agenda on the world stage.  FROM THE WHITE HOUSE  FACT SHEET: TRUMP REVERSES BIDEN-ERA REFRIGERANT RULES | President Trump reversed Biden-era EPA refrigerant regulations, cutting red tape that was driving up costs for grocery retailers and ultimately raising prices for American families at the checkout line. Read the Fact Sheet.  FACT SHEET: TRUMPRX.GOV EXPANSION BRINGS TRANSPARENCY AND CHOICE ON EVERYDAY MEDICINES | President Trump announced the expansion of TrumpRx.gov, giving Americans a direct tool to compare prices and access more choices on everyday prescription medicines as part of his mission to lower drug costs. Read the Fact Sheet.  PRESIDENT TRUMP'S INTEL DEAL AND SOARING MARKETS PROVE AMERICA FIRST WORKS | The White House highlighted President Trump's landmark Intel deal and surging financial markets as definitive proof that the America First economic agenda is delivering historic results for workers, investors, and businesses nationwide. Read the Release.  FIRST LADY MELANIA TRUMP'S 4 COMMUNITY-CENTRIC PILLARS OF FOSTER CARE | First Lady Melania Trump unveiled her four community-centric pillars of foster care reform, deepening the Fostering the Future initiative's reach and calling on local communities to step up for America's most vulnerable children. Read the Statement.  PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE ON CUBAN INDEPENDENCE DAY | President Trump issued a message of solidarity to the Cuban people on Cuban Independence Day, reaffirming America's unwavering support for their freedom and condemnation of the island's authoritarian regime. Read the Message.  AMERICA 250: PRESIDENTIAL MESSAGE ON AMELIA EARHART'S FLIGHT ACROSS THE ATLANTIC | President Trump honored Amelia Earhart's historic transatlantic flight as part of the America 250 celebration, saluting her fearless spirit as a timeless symbol of American ambition and courage. Read the Message.  IN THE NEWS READ | EXCLUSIVE: An hour in the Oval Office with the CEO-in-Chief, President Trump READ | Trump Scores Massive Victory for American People with UAE Exit from OPEC READ | Trump issues new warning to Iran regime: 'Clock is ticking' READ | FBI announces US violent crime rate plummeted by fastest rate in nearly 90 years: 'Changes are working' READ | Trump task force is tackling $250 billion in government fraud. It's just getting started READ | Trump admin rolls out Workforce Pell Grants to fast-track workers into high-demand jobs READ | Trump administration onboards largest-ever class of new immigration judges in bid to speed up deportation cases READ | U.S. to Award Quantum-Computing Firms $2 Billion and Take Equity Stakes READ | Left's election fraud denials crumble as DOJ exposes two-decade-long California cheating scheme READ | Trump reads Bible as thousands pack National Mall for America 250 prayer rally Visit The Wire  NUMBER OF THE WEEK 9.3% The drop in America's violent crime rate — the fastest decline in nearly 90 years, according to a new FBI report confirming that President Trump's pro-law enforcement agenda is making American communities safer.  SURVEY Do you feel safe in your community? 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