China & US ally Japan headed for a military confrontation? Trump aide Karoline Leavitt responds
Published on: Dec. 12, 2025, 9:57 a.m. | Source: Hindustan Times
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt briefed media on President Trump’s recent achievements, highlighting the end of Biden’s “war on American energy” and gas prices dropping to their lowest in nearly five years, with 37 states under $3 per gallon. The briefing noted record-high projected tax refunds for 2026, Social Security tip tax relief, and measures boosting affordability for Americans. Border security improvements were emphasized, including seven consecutive months with zero illegal releases and historically low apprehensions. The press secretary also highlighted a strong economic outlook, falling inflation, rising wages, and Trump’s ongoing commitment to ensuring prosperity and safety across the nation. | World News
