Between Wars and Vanity: Trump Wants His Name on Everything—No Matter the Cost

Trump Proposes Ending Birthright Citizenship in Major Policy Shift

At first glance, it might look like another real estate venture from the Trump family. But despite the towering letters spelling out its name, a Miami skyscraper in Florida will soon house the Donald Trump Presidential Library.

Presidential libraries typically serve as archives and museums, preserving a president's personal documents and artifacts. Funded by private donations, they aim to foster public study and debate.

None of the images released—some generated with Google's AI—depict books or documents. Instead, they showcase an array of aircraft, part of a building that will also include a hotel.

Court Blocks Trump's White House Ballroom Plan

After the demolition of the East Wing of the White House, a federal court has now halted construction on the grand ballroom Donald Trump has long coveted. Since his first day in office this term, he has sought to end birthright citizenship for those born on U.S. soil.

His proposal would restrict citizenship to individuals with at least one parent who is either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Seen as an attempt to pressure judges, Trump made an unprecedented presidential appearance at the Supreme Court while legal arguments were presented. This time, he remained silent—but the day before, he had explained why he wanted to be there.

What Does the Constitution Say?

The 14th Amendment states that "all persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside." Ratified in 1866, it was designed to grant citizenship to formerly enslaved people.

The administration is urging the Supreme Court to reinterpret the text, citing a late 19th-century ruling that denied citizenship to a Native American born on U.S. soil who had submitted to federal authority. A decision is expected by the end of June.

Meanwhile, the Defense Secretary refused to discipline military pilots who used public resources to fly over the home of singer Kid Rock, a vocal Trump supporter, in an apparent show of endorsement.

Florida Pushes to Rename Airport in Trump's Honor

In a separate scandal, the husband of ultraconservative Kristi Noem—who was recently removed from the Department of Homeland Security—was caught in fetishistic photos wearing a fake female chest.

The images were published by the British tabloid Daily Mail. Noem claims to be shocked and surprised, while Trump insists he has nothing to do with the matter.