WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The White House issued the following news on April 7, 2026: * * * ICYMI: President Trump Congratulates Artemis II Crew on Making History Last night, President Donald J. Trump spoke via satellite with the crew of NASA's historic Artemis II mission, becoming the first President to engage in interplanetary communication with astronauts beyond low-Earth orbit in over five decades. Artemis II marks humanity's return to the lunar vicinity for the first time since Apollo 17 in  more

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- President Trump issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, on National Cancer Control Month: * * * This National Cancer Control Month, my Administration stands alongside the countless brave Americans battling cancer. We pause to honor the memories of those we have lost to this vicious disease, we recognize the strength and resilience of the 18 million cancer survivors in the United States, and we remain committed to unleashing innovation and advancing policies that  more

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- President Trump issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, on National Child Abuse Prevention Month: * * * During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we renew our resolve that, in order to be a great Nation, we must raise our children with boundless love, care, and unfailing protection--and we vow to end the horrors of child abuse in every form. Strong American families are the foundation of our strength and stability. A safe and nurturing home is the most effe  more

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- President Trump issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, on National Financial Literacy Month: * * * This National Financial Literacy Month, we encourage every citizen to take control of their financial future so they can achieve their own American Dream. As we work to lower costs and expand opportunity, building the knowledge and confidence to make smart financial decisions will empower individuals and families to create lasting success. Since returning to offi  more

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- President Trump issued the following statement on April 7, 2026, on National Sexual Assault Awareness Month: * * * This National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, my Administration pledges to eradicate sexual assault and all forms of violence from our Nation by securing our border, deporting violent criminals, and restoring law and order in our cities. In an unconscionable betrayal of American safety and sovereignty, the previous administration empowered a violent wave of  more

WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The White House issued the following news on April 7, 2026: * * * President Trump is Saving College Sports Amid growing legal chaos and financial pressures threatening athletic programs, the future of college sports is under serious threat. That is why, in response to calls from athletes, universities, and fans across the country, President Trump took decisive action by signing an urgent Executive Order to protect college sports, an essential American institution that s  more