WATCH: Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Scott Bessent, and Kelly Loeffler Brief Members of the Media

"As we have seen this tax season, POTUS' Working Families Tax Cuts have put a historic amount of money back into the pockets of the American people," says PressSec.

"More than 53 million filers claimed at least one of President Trump's signature new tax cuts...the Trump administration has issued more refunds, and larger refunds, than in any year of the history of our country."

SecScottBessent says more than 45% of tax returns filed so far have had at least one of President Trump's signature new tax cuts claimed:

"We have had 5 million families file for Trump Accounts for their children. 1.2 million of those are eligible for the $1,000 seed bonus."

"This is a great day for the American people."

SecScottBessent with the stats on how the American people are taking advantage of President Trump's tax cut:

— Over 6 million filers have claimed No Tax on Tips, with an average deduction of over $7,100.

— Over 25 million filers have claimed No Tax on Overtime, with an average deduction of over $3,100.

— Over 30 million seniors have claimed the Enhanced Deduction for Seniors, with an average deduction of over $7,500.

— Over 1 million filers have deducted No Tax on Car Loan Interest on their new American vehicles, with an average deduction of over $1,800.

SBA Kelly on the positive effects of POTUS' historic tax cut on small businesses:

"12M small businesses have an average tax saving of $7,000. The 20% small business pass-through deduction is now permanent, offering them certainty...and the rocket fuel to create 1M new jobs."

PressSec: The allegations against former Rep. Swalwell are despicable. I think it's also quite plausible that many Democrats knew about his behavior — so why were they silent? Those are questions that must be raised of these sitting representatives, including Sen. Ruben Gallego.

SecScottBessent: "I am very optimistic that Kevin Warsh will be the Chair of the Fed on time."

SBA_Kelly: "The long-term trend under President Trump has been for small business optimism to be above its 52-year average. Under Joe Biden, small business optimism fell below that average for 34 consecutive months because small business was being crushed..."

PressSec: I saw some bad reporting this morning that we had formally requested an extension of the ceasefire. That is not true at this moment.

"We feel good about the prospects of a deal... and it's obviously in the best interest of Iran to meet POTUS' demands."

SecScottBessent: One of the what may prove to be fatal mistakes that the Iranians made was bombing their GCC neighbors, who are now willing to be much more transparent in terms of the funds that are held within their banking systems. We have pushed out to them the request that we want to freeze more funds of the leadership of the IRGC.

SecScottBessent on sanctions waivers: "We will not be renewing the general license on Russian oil and we will not be renewing the general license on Iranian oil. That was oil that was on the water prior to March 11."

SecScottBessent: This is a home run in terms of what's happening with these folks. We expect that there are many filers who have used more than one of those 4 signature tax cuts — No Tax on Tips, Overtime, Social Security, American-made Car Loan Interest.

PressSec on the blockade of Iran: "It has been fully implemented, and it's being enforced against vessels of all nations entering or departing Iranian ports... This includes all Iranian ports on the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman— and our U.S. forces in the region are supporting the freedom of navigation for vessels that are transiting the Strait to and from non-Iranian ports."

PressSec: "Long after everyone in this room is gone, our children and our grandchildren will remain inspired by this national monument." 🇺🇸

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California's ongoing war on the oil and gas industry has led to a potential fuel crisis, prompting seven draft Executive Orders to be sent to President Donald J. Trump. These orders aim to ensure the United States has the necessary fuels from California for national security. USC Professor Michael Mische and his co-authors argue that California's Governor and Legislature have proven incapable or unwilling to address the self-created fuel crisis. The proposed Executive Orders include allowing offshore oil production, revoking the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, removing state and local control on oil reserves, and directing California refineries to increase jet and diesel fuel production. The authors believe the U.S., California, and global security would benefit from these measures. The key question is whether the federal government will step in to address California's fuel crisis and its impact on national security.

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Omaha police fatally shot a woman after investigators say she slashed a 3‑year‑old boy while holding him at knifepoint in a Walmart parking lot.

http://officer.com/55371031/

WATCH: A driver and passenger walked away after the Corvette they were traveling in flew off the 60 Freeway, flipped multiple times and crashed into a Maserati dealership in L.A. County.

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Another Auto Zone looted during another street takeover last weekend.

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⚠️A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma until 9 PM CDT

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*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

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On the campaign trail in 2024, President Trump promised the American people that he would sign the largest tax cuts in the history of our country.

On Independence Day last year, President Trump and Congressional Republicans delivered — passing the largest tax cuts in history for working and middle-class Americans — including No Tax on Tips, Overtime, and Social Security.

They also delivered unprecedented tax relief for small businesses, farmers, workers, and families.

With Tax Day officially here, the numbers prove that these tax cuts have been nothing short of extraordinary:

✅More than 53 million filers claimed at least one of President Trump’s signature new tax cuts.

💰The average refund this filing season is more than $3,400.

📈The Trump Administration has issued more refunds — and larger refunds — than in any year in the history of our country.

Promises Made. Promises Kept.

Karoline Leavitt

Honored by this endorsement from the National Vice President of the Fraternal Order of Police. Chip Roy talks a good game, but killed the bill to protect police officers from violent assaults. Texas deserves better than Chip’s empty talk.  

“Chip Roy’s anti-law enforcement record disqualifies him from serving as Attorney General, and today I am strongly endorsing Mayes Middleton – a proven supporter of law enforcement.  Chip Roy singlehandedly killed the Protect and Serve Act, the number one legislative priority of the Fraternal Order of Police, representing over 382,000 officers. This bill would impose federal penalties on those who deliberately assault law enforcement officers with violence - when rogue DA’s refuse to act.  We spoke directly to Mr. Roy and shared our concerns, yet he continued to block the Protect and Serve Act.  The record is clear:  when law enforcement needs protection, Chip Roy is all talk and no action.  As Attorney General, I trust Mayes Middleton to have the back of law enforcement and hold rogue DA’s accountable. Chip Roy has already proven he won’t.” - Joe Gamaldi

Joe Gamadli
National Vice President, Fraternal Order of Police
Former President, Houston Police Officers Union
Active Texas Police Officer

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A growing battle over ICE detainers is unfolding in Texas, with state officials now investigating local policies that restrict cooperation.

Read the full story here:  https://lawenforcementtoday.com/texas-ag-probe-austin-ice-detainer-policy-investigation

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⚠️A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Illinois, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri until 9 PM CDT

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NEW: NYPD Commish calls video of Narcotics detectives struggling to arrest a resisting suspect in liquor store "deeply disturbing." Matter is under active investigation. Officers have been modified — guns & shields removed.

Flee NYPD now.

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CAPTURED: Another FBI Top Ten Most Wanted Fugitive.
 
KaShawn Nicola Roper was taken into custody today in Florida. Roper is wanted for her alleged involvement in an August 2020 shooting of two female victims, resulting in the death of one of the women.
 
On Tuesday, the FBI formally added Roper to our Ten Most Wanted list after she had been on the run from both state and federal charges for nearly 6 years.
 
After the FBI’s nationwide announcement adding Roper to the Most Wanted list Tuesday morning, this morning, we received multiple NTOC tips as to her whereabouts – where tipsters reported spotting an individual resembling Roper’s description quickly packing a vehicle with belongings. Partners rapidly coordinated, and using the description of the vehicle in question, our partners conducted a traffic stop and took the subject into custody.

Roper has now been booked into the Alachua County jail on her state murder charges.
 
This is an example of how the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted list is supposed to work: public awareness, information, and quick coordination work between partners.
 
This is the 8th Top Ten Most Wanted fugitive the FBI and our partners have captured in just over a year – double the number captured during the previous four years combined.
 
FBI Kansas City and FBI Jacksonville were instrumental in this case. Special thanks to our partners the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, the High Springs PD in FL, Gainesville PD, Kansas City PD, the USMS, and more for their great work.

FBI Director Kash Patel

UPDATE: A missing woman fell overboard from a dinghy in the Bahamas, and authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.

Read the full story here: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/bahamas-yacht-trip-wife-missing-mystery-on-water-investigation

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NEW: Man, 43, dead after early-morning stabbing near L.A.'s Union Station.

A 43-year-old man who was initially hospitalized in grave condition after being stabbed near Union Station in downtown L.A. died Wednesday morning, officials confirmed, and a homicide investigation is now underway.

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A man’s body washed ashore in Long Beach on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The body was found near the water’s edge on the Long Beach shoreline. Authorities have not yet identified the man found on the shore in the 1900 block of E. Ocean Boulevard around 11:30 a.m. His age is estimated to be between 30 and 40 years old.
Found between Alamitos Beach and Junipero Beach, near the Pride lifeguard tower.
Police say there are no signs of foul play.

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