Every notable figure has a favorite meeting place. John Gotti frequented the Ravenite Social Club, Al Capone enjoyed the Green Mill Cocktail lounge, while the Krays were often seen at the Carpenters Arms in London’s Bethnal Green.
Former President Donald Trump used to spend time at the Terrace of his Mar A Lago club in South Beach, Florida, hosting extravagant parties and mingling with guests. His recent gathering at Mar A Lago included controversial figures like convicted rapist Mike Tyson, alleged sexual assaulter Russel Brand, and a Q Anon conspiracy theorist, Mike Flynn.
In his second term, Trump has shifted his social hub from Florida to the White House. The newly opened “Rose Garden Club” at the White House resembles the ambiance of Mar A Lago, where Trump hosted House Republicans and GOP senators, expressing gratitude for their legislative support.
Trump’s plan to rename the Department of Defense to the Department of War is gaining momentum, with Fox News reporting it as an exclusive. The rebranding aims for a more aggressive stance, emphasizing maximum lethality and raising “warriors” over mere defenders.
Additionally, Trump’s administration is exploring the possibility of taking control of the 9/11 memorial and museum in New York City. Despite legal constraints, discussions have commenced regarding potential federal oversight of the memorial site owned by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Meanwhile, Tina Peters, a former election official convicted of tampering with voting machines, is serving a prison sentence. Trump has publicly advocated for her release, praising her as a patriot and expressing intentions to intervene in her case.
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