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Thursday, August 27, 2026

The day in brief

Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario as "Lake America," while USAID released a report alleging over 100 UNRWA staff took part in Hamas's Oct. 7 attacks.

  • — Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario "Lake America," with USGS confirming the designation by afternoon; he touted the move alongside record stock market and 401(k) highs.
  • — USAID report cited on Truth Social found more than 100 UNRWA employees participated in Hamas atrocities on Oct. 7.
  • — Announced Ben Moss will become Assistant to the President and White House Staff Secretary effective September 2, replacing Will Scharf, who becomes White House Counsel.
  • — Touted corporate investment news: Micron's $10 billion research lab investment and Nvidia's $96.2 billion in record sales with a projected 70% revenue rise by 2028.
  • — Criticized Fox News reporter Jonathan Hunt over coverage of Iran, disputing claims about meeting requests.
  • — Praised South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden and shared a local news item on mold and rodents found at Barack Obama Elementary School; later announced arrival in Texas.

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