Topic: Salt Tax

A clip of Hakeem Jeffries debating tax cuts and the SALT cap is played, with the host providing mocking commentary. The segment devolves into studio banter as crew members attempt to win a $1,000 prize by landing a sombrero on the host's head. The host jokes about his "Hitler mustache" social experiment from the previous week and compares his bone structure to historical German figures while maintaining a populist ideology.

Leavitt comments on the election of Pope Leo XIV, an American Pope, noting that the administration is praying for him despite his past critical comments. She also addresses a technical glitch at Newark Airport, attributing it to antiquated telecom systems. She outlines a four-part Department of Transportation infrastructure plan to modernize air traffic control centers and replace 600 aging radars.

The White House briefing continues with Leavitt emphasizing that the release of hostages in Gaza is the administration's top priority. She addresses the SALT tax cap debate, stating that those who oppose the President's tax bill are voting against the largest tax cut in history. Additionally, she mentions an executive order providing support for South African refugees fleeing racial persecution and land seizures.