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Jennifer Harper

jharper@washingtontimes.com

Jennifer Harper wrote the daily Inside the Beltway column for The Washington Times.

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Then-President Trump hugs the American flag as he arrives to speak at Conservative Political Action Conference in Oxon Hill, Md. on March 2, 2019. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Trump’s 2020 proclamation on Flag Day

Wednesday is Flag Day. Let's recall -- for a few moments, anyway -- what then-President Donald Trump had to say in a written proclamation issued on June 14, 2020:

June 13, 2023
President Ronald Reagan (Image courtesy of the Reagan Presidential Foundation and Library)

Conservatism: Alive, well and even growing

Social conservatives may get some more company in the near future. And that company would come from other conservatives. So says a Gallup Poll, with lots of numbers.

June 12, 2023
A Man talks on his phone as he looks through the haze at the George Washington Bridge from Fort Lee, N.J., Wednesday, June 7, 2023. Intense Canadian wildfires are blanketing the northeastern U.S. in a dystopian haze, turning the air acrid, the sky yellowish gray and prompting warnings for vulnerable populations to stay inside. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Media pounces on smoke enveloping the East Coast

Media coverage of smoke was abundant in the last 48 hours, and no wonder. The effect of smoke from Canadian wildfires sparked much press coverage -- and no wonder. There was much to write about..

June 7, 2023
Former President Donald Trump greets supporters before speaking at the Westside Conservative Breakfast, Thursday, June 1, 2023, in Des Moines, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Speculation and polling about Trump’s running mate

Former President Donald Trump is already established as a major player in the 2024 presidential race. His choice of a running mate will be a crucial factor in his campaign. But who will be Mr. Trump's choice as second-in-command? That subject is already a source of interest to pollsters. For starters, here's a NewsNation/Decision Desk HQ survey which gauges the appeal of Mr. Trump's potential partners.

June 6, 2023
From left, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida, businessman Donald Trump and surgeon Ben Carson, participate in a debate for Republican presidential hopefuls in Boulder, Colo., Oct. 28, 2015. It's been more than seven years since the 2016 presidential campaign, and Republicans are still trying to figure out how to run against Donald Trump. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

It’s debatable: Who will participate in GOP presidential debates?

The Republican National Committee has revealed that the party's first presidential primary debate will take place Aug. 23 in Milwaukee. That's a mere 78 days away as of Tuesday -- and it will signal that the much-ballyhooed 2024 election season is upon us. But who will be on the stage for that event? It's complicated.

June 5, 2023
Republican presidential candidate Tim Scott delivers his speech announcing his candidacy for president of the United States on the campus of Charleston Southern University in North Charleston, S.C., Monday, May 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Mic Smith)

Tim Scott to make case to hosts and audience of ‘The View’

"I'm going to be a guest on 'The View' this coming Monday. After co-host Whoopi Goldberg said I have 'Clarence Thomas syndrome' as a Black Republican and after co-host Joy Behar said I'm a Republican because I 'don't get' the idea of racism, I'm sure it's going to be exciting television," Sen. Tim Scott said in a written statement issued by his campaign.

June 4, 2023
On July 3, 2020, then President Donald Trump offered a patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, near Keystone, S.D. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Trump plans patriotic surprise for America’s 250th birthday

"President Trump pledges to honor America's founding in 1776 with a full year of celebration. President Trump will on Day One convene a White House task force called 'Salute to America 250,' responsible for coordinating with state and local governments to ensure an entire year of festivities across the country from Memorial Day 2025 to July 4th, 2026," according to a written guide summarizing Mr. Trump's master plan, released by his campaign Thursday.

June 1, 2023
President Trump stands in front of microphones as he speaks to members of the news media on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, before boarding Marine One. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)

Media blames Republicans again — this time on national-debt limit

Biased broadcast news coverage of the Republican Party persists, according to a new study from the Media Research Center. The long-standing liberal leanings of the major broadcast networks -- ABC, CBS and NBC -- emerged this week in coverage of the nation's economy.

May 31, 2023
Sen. Josh Hawley has penned a new book titled “Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs,” published by Regnery. “All is not well with men in America. And that spells trouble for the American republic,” the author wrote. (Image courtesy of Regnery Publishing)

Hot-selling new Josh Hawley book focuses on manhood

A Missouri Republican has penned a new book that is holding its own in the publishing world. Sen. Josh Hawley is the author, and here's the telling title of the lawmaker's new offering: "Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs," published by Regnery.

May 30, 2023
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally in Chesapeake, Va., Friday, June 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Trump campaign ad calls out ‘Trump imposters’

Former President Donald Trump remains a nimble candidate in the 2024 presidential race. Consider his newest campaign spot, a one-minute production released Monday -- complete with urgent music, dynamic graphics and video footage, plus a straightforward pitch. "The Washington establishment politicians like to talk about how they can be just like Donald Trump. The truth? There's only one Donald Trump."

May 29, 2023
In this Jan. 13, 1945 file photo, and provided by the U.S. Army, American soldiers of the 347th U.S. Infantry wear heavy winter gear as they receive rations in La Roche, Belgium. (U.S. Army, via AP, File)

Remembering Ronald Reagan’s Memorial Day message

Let's return to May 27, 1985. That was the day President Ronald Reagan issued "Proclamation 5330," which asked the nation to pray for "permanent peace" on Memorial Day and also referenced the end of World War II some four decades earlier.

May 28, 2023
Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., greets President Donald Trump as he steps off Air Force One upon arrival at the Orlando Sanford International Airport, Monday, March 9, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) ** FILE **

DeSantis campaign moving right along after Day 1 glitch

There was much mockery and criticism in the mainstream media after mysterious technical issues compromised the debut of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on the presidential campaign trail. The New York Times, for example, deemed it "the conference call from hell."

May 25, 2023
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a fundraising picnic for U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, Saturday, May 13, 2023, in Sioux Center, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

DeSantis presidential announcement rocks the media

The mainstream press is often all dressed up with nowhere to go -- but not this week. The press is busy making predictions and mulling the chances that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis might end up in the White House after the 2024 presidential election.

May 24, 2023
President Biden speaks about the debt limit talks in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Wednesday, May 17, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Biden’s dismal approval numbers linger

Let's just cut to the chase. A new Associated Press survey has some disconcerting news for the White House. Numbers tell all -- 78% of U.S. adults say "things in this country" are heading in the wrong direction.

May 23, 2023
A fresh $100 bill is seen in this image of U.S. currency. (AP PHOTO; file)

Report from Federal Reserve shows economic well-being tanking

The Federal Reserve issued a review of the nation's financial situation on Monday. The detailed 84-page report titled "Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2022" tracks income, expenses, employment and other pocketbook considerations.

May 22, 2023
The latest state jobs report shows that eight of the top 10 states for jobs recovered since the coronavirus pandemic began are led by Republican governors, and all 10 states have Republican-controlled legislatures. Out of the top 10 states with the lowest unemployment rates, eight are led by Republican governors,” advises a new report from the Republican National Committee. (AP PHOTO)

GOP governors, state legislatures leading nation in job growth

Here's a positive phenomenon backed up with numbers: Republican governors appear to govern better. The latest state jobs report shows that eight of the top 10 states for jobs recovered since the coronavirus pandemic began are led by Republican governors, and all 10 states have Republican-controlled legislatures.

May 21, 2023
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy speaks during a campaign rally, Thursday, May 11, 2023, in Urbandale, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

GOP hopeful Ramaswamy dubbed the ‘anti-woke’ candidate

Longtime news correspondent and ABC News commentator John Stossel has penned a column for HotAir.com with a telling title: "President Ramaswamy?" The newsman spent some time with Vivek Ramaswamy, a Republican presidential hopeful and entrepreneur.

May 18, 2023