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A DoorDash delivery driver participated in a White House event with President Donald Trump on Monday, promoting a 'no tax on tips' policy. The driver, Sharon Simmons from Arkansas, confirmed she received about $11,000 in tax relief from the provision.

The UFC is planning a historic event called UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., on June 14, 2026. The event coincides with President Donald Trump's 80th birthday and celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence.

The U.S. Secret Service is investigating reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park across from the White House, with no injuries reported and no suspect found after a search. White House operations remained normal as security was increased in the area.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, with the Iran war and a U.S. request for allied naval help in the Strait of Hormuz dominating the agenda of the first G7 leader visit since that request sparked backlash.

Conflicting reports have emerged over whether comedian Bill Maher will receive the Mark Twain Prize, with the White House issuing strong denials while insider sources indicate he is set to be named the recipient. The Kennedy Center is expected to announce the award this week, with a ceremony to be broadcast by Netflix.

The White House has rejected Elon Musk's offer to pay TSA workers' salaries during the partial government shutdown, citing legal challenges due to his government contracts. The shutdown, now in its sixth week, has left TSA workers without pay and caused travel disruptions at airports.

The United States Senate confirmed Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security with a 54-45 vote, securing bipartisan support but also facing opposition from within his own party. The confirmation comes as the agency grapples with a funding standoff that has left TSA agents unpaid and caused airport disruptions.

UFC President Dana White has contradicted Conor McGregor's claims about fighting Michael Chandler at a potential White House event, stating the UFC is not interested in reigniting that feud.

Jean Davidson, executive director of the National Symphony Orchestra, is stepping down, citing the 'current climate' and communication issues at the Kennedy Center.

A former Marine and Green Party Senate candidate was arrested and hospitalized after a protest at a Senate hearing in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday led to a physical struggle with Capitol Police and a U.S. senator, resulting in a broken arm. The incident occurred as a plaque honoring officers injured in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack was installed nearby.

The 63rd annual Goddard Space Science Symposium will be held on March 12-13, 2026, at the National Housing Center in Washington, D.C., organized by the American Astronautical Society and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.