🇺🇸 1. “Trump Gold Card” Immigration Program Launch

Trump unveiled a new “Gold Card” initiative—a $5 million investment visa aimed at wealthy foreigners.

Launch includes a government-backed website (trumpcard.gov) where applicants can join a waitlist for expedited U.S. permanent residency and a potential path to citizenship .

He promoted it as “a higher level of sophistication than a green card,” intending to use the proceeds for immigration enforcement .

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🛡️ 2. National Guard Deployment and State Clash

Trump deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles in response to protests and immigration enforcement actions.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has filed a lawsuit, accusing Trump of overstepping executive authority and infringing on state sovereignty .

Reuters and Politico report that Trump is even discussing broader use of the Insurrection Act and intending to invoke unilateral tariffs in coming weeks .