Trump Rambles On And On About ‘Beautiful’ Flagpole In Front Of White House

As war in the Middle East rages, President Donald Trump found time to supervise the installation of a giant flagpole on the White House grounds.The president watched construction workers raise the new structure on the South Lawn and turned the event into an impromptu press conference.Trump had announced on Truth Social on Tuesday that he would be “putting up two beautiful Flag Poles on both sides of the White House,” and described it as “a GIFT from me.” The erection of new flagpoles comes as the president weighs up whether to send US warplanes to bomb Iran in a move that would significantly escalate the conflict with Israel.In rambling comments to reporters that essayed the tensions in the Middle East, interest rates and immigration, the president appeared pleased with the new addition to the White House.“It’s such a beautiful pole,” he said of the first pole to be put up, noting he has one at his Doral golf resort in Miami, Florida.“These are the best poles anywhere in the country, or in the world, actually,” added Trump, before saying to no one in particular he wanted to “wish you a lot of luck with the new flagpole.”The president also suggested he was barred from using the word “erect” as he described the installation as a “lifting.”“They also use another word, but I’m not gonna use that word,” he said. “Do you know what that word is? It starts with an E. Do you know what the word is? If I ever used it, I would be run out of town by you people.”When asked about whether he would sanction air strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Trump replied: “I may do it. I may not do it. I mean, nobody knows what I’m going to do.”Watch some of his remarks on the flagpole below.President Trump on new flag poles at the White House: "These are the best poles anywhere in the country, or the world actually." pic.twitter.com/JkWuo40zyN— CSPAN (@cspan) June 18, 2025

Comments

Breaking news

UK council apologises over Union flag row with Primary School

Metro

Cancer patient travels 300 miles to have 15 pound tumor removed after doctors at home refuse to operate: ‘Worse than being pregnant’

about 2 hours ago

Trump administration removing 988 hotline service tailored to LGBTQ+ youth in July

Independent

Meghan Markle beams for selfies with Emma Grede in behind-the-scenes snaps from her podcast interview - where she appeared to take subtle swipe at royals over 'truth'

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Shocking moment brazen thief steals child's SCOOTER from family's front garden - before she shamelessly takes off

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

My toddler had a fall when she was playing and woke up the next day with completely BLACK eyes... now she's been diagnosed with an ultra-agressive cancer and we don't know how long we have left

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Has Beyonce been househunting in the Cotswolds? Star 'takes a helicopter ride to view a mansion in sleepy British hotspot' after close friend Ellen DeGeneres made a similar move

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

I sold records to Noel and Liam Gallagher when they were boys and was namedropped in one of their hit songs... tourists have flooded into my shop looking for Oasis stuff EVERY DAY since

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

British Air India crash survivor reveals how he was the only passenger able to free himself and get out of the doomed plane alive

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Insider claims there is one heartbreaking reason behind Harry's change of heart about letting Archie and Lilibet's photos be posted

about 2 hours ago

Dailymail

Kieran Trippier reveals he split from his wife Charlotte a YEAR ago as he speaks out after months of speculation about his marriage

about 2 hours ago

US woman found not guilty of murdering her police officer boyfriend

BBC News

Comments

Similar News

Could The UK Be Dragged Into War As Donald Trump Ponders Bombing Iran?

87-year-old’s five-word response to being arrested at Trump protest

Is Donald Trump about to put the US at war with Iran?

Trump on Iran Attack—'You Have to Do What You Have to Do'

Starmer considers whether to support US if Trump joins Israel’s war on Iran

Federal judge to deny Trump administration's motion to dismiss lawsuit over block on wind projects

Trump snipes at ‘fake news’ CNN for asking about MAGA backlash to Iran, says his ‘supporters are more in love’ with him now

‘I may do it, I may not’: Donald Trump taunts Iran over airstrikes as Starmer holds Cobra meeting

Padilla: Trump's Immigration Raids Are a 'Clear Partisan Political Attack'

Gavin Newsom's Dishonest Anti-Trump, ICE Op-Ed Debunked

WATCH: Two Flagpoles -- Gifts from Donald Trump -- Go Up on White House Lawn

Donald Trump's seven-word threat as he jokes about nuking Iran

Israel-Iran conflict: Chances strikes could spark WW3 as Trump issues chilling demand

The 'Gorilla' controlling Trump in the Situation Room... and his shock plans for war in Iran

Trump’s Base in Uproar Over His Openness to Joining Iran Fight

Trump Quizzes Workers at the White House: ‘Any Illegal Immigrants?’

Iran Calls on UN To Halt Israel's Attacks and Stop Trump From Joining War

Trump Slammed for Nod to Putin Mediator Role: "Astonished"

Fed Keeps Rates Unchanged After Trump Floats Appointing Himself To Chair

ICE Raids Venue of Trump's Former Business Rival

Breaking news

UK council apologises over Union flag row with Primary School

Dad-of-four dies after stomach ache turned out to be stage four cancer

Warm Home Discount expanded to millions more households across UK

Here's why Hurricane Erick is quickly strengthening into dangerous storm

Want to reduce your heart attack risk? Do this kind of exercise

Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders say they're getting a 400% increase in pay

Photos of Cristina Fernández supporters as she serves a prison sentence for corruption in Argentina

NTSB urges quick fix on some plane engines to prevent smoke from filling cabin after a bird strike

US starts evacuating some diplomats from its embassy in Israel as Iran conflict intensifies

Utah college student arrested and faces deportation after information is shared in Signal group chat with ICE agents

Families of trans kids worry about what's next after Supreme Court rules on gender-affirming care

Just-launched Trump Mobile mocked over ‘Gulf of Mexico’ coverage map gaffe: ‘Priceless’

Social Security fund set to run out in 2034, one year earlier than estimated

Three more DeSantis allies to take the helm of public universities in Florida

Obama warns America is ‘dangerously close’ to moving away from democracy

US resumes visas for foreign students but demands access to social media accounts

Tucker Carlson rages at ‘sleazy feline’ Ted Cruz for implying he’s an antisemite: ‘Shame on you!’

Stanley Cup endures a little damage as the repeat-champion Florida Panthers celebrate

Nigerian president orders crackdown on gangs after 150 killed in conflict-hit north

Immigration raid at Louisiana racetrack ends with more than 80 arrests

ICE takes custody of Spanish-language journalist arrested at Georgia protest

Utility workers uncover 1,000-year-old pre-Inca mummy in Peru's capital

Archaeologists unearth historic remains of American schoolhouse for Black children

Warm home discount to be extended to 2.7 million more households

Teenager arrested for vandalizing San Francisco’s massive Pink Triangle, symbol of LGBT rights

The Earth could be soon flung out of orbit or into the sun all thanks to a passing star

Cancer patient travels 300 miles to have 15 pound tumor removed after doctors at home refuse to operate: ‘Worse than being pregnant’

Trump administration removing 988 hotline service tailored to LGBTQ+ youth in July

Body found in search for Scots teen last seen wearing walking gear

Warm Home Discount extended to 2.7 million more households

Sharing deepfake pornography 'the next sexual violence epidemic facing schools'

Father and son drowned during test drive after Mercedes plunged into canal

Everything you need to know about DWP disability benefit cuts as major changes unveiled

Interactive map shows England's crime and poverty levels - check your area

Jennifer Abbott killers locked her dog in toilet for 72 hours as she lay dead nearby

Wine shortage warning as workers at UK bottling factory planning summer strike

Meghan Markle beams for selfies with Emma Grede in behind-the-scenes snaps from her podcast interview - where she appeared to take subtle swipe at royals over 'truth'

Shocking moment brazen thief steals child's SCOOTER from family's front garden - before she shamelessly takes off

My toddler had a fall when she was playing and woke up the next day with completely BLACK eyes... now she's been diagnosed with an ultra-agressive cancer and we don't know how long we have left

Has Beyonce been househunting in the Cotswolds? Star 'takes a helicopter ride to view a mansion in sleepy British hotspot' after close friend Ellen DeGeneres made a similar move

I sold records to Noel and Liam Gallagher when they were boys and was namedropped in one of their hit songs... tourists have flooded into my shop looking for Oasis stuff EVERY DAY since

British Air India crash survivor reveals how he was the only passenger able to free himself and get out of the doomed plane alive

Insider claims there is one heartbreaking reason behind Harry's change of heart about letting Archie and Lilibet's photos be posted

Kieran Trippier reveals he split from his wife Charlotte a YEAR ago as he speaks out after months of speculation about his marriage

US woman found not guilty of murdering her police officer boyfriend

'New season, fresh me' - Foden shines after 'rough' ride

Your questions answered on the Israel-Iran conflict

New Report Highlights Air Traffic Control Staffing Woes

America Must Not Rush Into a War Against Iran

Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Vast Economic Uncertainty

Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Transgender Care for Minors

What to Know After Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Transgender Care for Minors

Appeal following two-vehicle crash in the Borders

Tributes pour in for mum found strangled after husband charged with her murder

Could The UK Be Dragged Into War As Donald Trump Ponders Bombing Iran?

Jeezy reflects on the legacy of his commercial debut, the classic 'Thug Motivation 101'

Photos of downtown Los Angeles after mayor lifts curfew imposed during protests