President Donald Trump toured the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota on July 1, 2026, marking a significant moment for the new presidential library that will officially open to the public on July 4. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, the former North Dakota Governor, accompanied the president during the visit.
The trip also marked another milestone as Trump took his first flight on the new Air Force One, a Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar that features a red, white and dark blue color scheme. The president expressed enthusiasm about the aircraft before departing from Joint Base Andrews.
Main Developments
Trump’s visit to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library comes just days before its grand opening celebration on Independence Day. The library in Medora honors the legacy of the 26th President of the United States, who had deep connections to North Dakota during his time as a rancher in the region.
Speaking before his departure, Trump focused on the historic nature of the flight. “This will be the first flight of what I think is maybe the greatest commercial plane ever built,” Trump said. “This is the first flight; we’re going to the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library opening and that will be very good, that’ll be a lot of fun, but to be honest with you, I’m excited about the first flight.”
Regarding the cost of the aircraft, Trump stated it was “very little relative to what it would cost that we did it a different way — so this was a gift from a country that’s treated us very well.” The estimated cost to overhaul the Qatar plane exceeds $1 billion.
Trump also commented on American manufacturing capabilities, saying, “Frankly, we couldn’t build a plane like this because we wouldn’t be willing to spend the kind of money necessary.”
Vice President Vance Criticizes Birthright Citizenship Ruling
In a separate development, Vice President JD Vance spoke at Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach and addressed the Supreme Court’s recent 6-3 ruling upholding birthright citizenship. Justice Amy Coney Barrett was part of the ruling.
“Well look, do I think she made a mistake in the ruling? I do,” Vance said regarding Barrett’s position.
Vance elaborated on his disagreement with the constitutional interpretation. “I don’t know how anybody can say that if a person who is an illegal alien, or a person for example who’s pregnant and comes to the United States on a vacation, they have a baby and all of a sudden their entire family gets the benefits of American citizenship, I don’t think that’s what the framers of the 14th Amendment had in mind,” he stated.
The vice president acknowledged the limits of Supreme Court decisions while signaling future action. “Sometimes the Supreme Court makes mistakes. We’re going to try to correct that mistake, but nobody’s perfect, including the Supreme Court,” Vance said.
At the Virginia naval station, Vance praised service members directly. “You’ve answered the call every single time we’ve given you a mission. You have accomplished it with pride and vigor,” he told the audience. He added, “The president of the United States has asked you to do more than I think any group of service members has ever been asked to do.”
Vance served in the Marines from 2003 to 2007. GOP Representative Jen Kiggans from Virginia was also present at the event.
Trump Financial Disclosure Reveals Cryptocurrency Earnings
President Trump’s financial disclosure for 2025, the first year of his second term, spans 927 pages and reveals substantial cryptocurrency-related earnings. The document shows Trump earned over $635 million from a licensing agreement with a group called “Celebration Coins.”
Trump’s total cryptocurrency holdings exceed $1 billion, according to the disclosure. Additional earnings include $236 million from crypto token sales, $65 million from an equity sale from World Liberty Financial, and $290 million in income from cryptocurrency wallets.
For comparison, former President Barack Obama’s final disclosure form was 8 pages, President Biden’s disclosure form was 11 pages, and Vice President Vance’s disclosure form totals 17 pages.
One Big Beautiful Bill Anniversary
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” legislation marks its one-year anniversary. According to confirmed details, the bill extends $4.5 trillion in tax cuts over 10 years while cutting approximately $1.1 trillion from healthcare and food assistance programs. The legislation adds a projected $4.7 trillion to the national debt over the next decade.
What Happens Next
The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library grand opening is scheduled for July 4, 2026. President Trump is expected to travel to South Dakota on Friday, July 3, for an event at Mount Rushmore.
The administration has indicated plans to address the birthright citizenship ruling, though specific actions have not been detailed.
Other Developments
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was targeted by a false CPS report last week, according to the confirmed information.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library open?
The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota will have its grand opening on July 4, 2026.
What is the new Air Force One?
The new Air Force One is a Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar, featuring a red, white and dark blue color scheme. The estimated cost to overhaul the plane exceeds $1 billion.
What did the Supreme Court rule on birthright citizenship?
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold birthright citizenship. Vice President Vance publicly disagreed with the ruling and stated the administration will try to correct what he called a mistake.
How much did Trump earn from cryptocurrency?
According to his 927-page financial disclosure, Trump earned over $635 million from meme coin licensing through “Celebration Coins,” with total crypto holdings exceeding $1 billion. Additional crypto-related earnings include $236 million from token sales, $65 million from World Liberty Financial, and $290 million from cryptocurrency wallets.
What is the One Big Beautiful Bill?
The One Big Beautiful Bill is legislation that extends $4.5 trillion in tax cuts over 10 years, cuts approximately $1.1 trillion from healthcare and food assistance programs, and adds a projected $4.7 trillion to the national debt over the next decade.
President Trump’s North Dakota visit and the upcoming grand opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library represent the latest developments in a series of administration activities spanning multiple policy areas and ceremonial events scheduled around the Independence Day holiday.
