Over the weekend, President Donald Trump fired off a flurry of soundbites—via social media and public interviews—that ranged from trade threats and tariff teases to big-ticket boasts about his “Big Beautiful Bill.”
If you missed the late-week media blitz and the Truth Social rants, here are the nine remarks that moved headlines—and what could be coming next.
‘Great News! Senator Thom Tillis will not be seeking reelection.’
What he said: In a Truth Social blast after Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) announced retirement, Trump crowed and branded him “Senator” in quotation marks.
What he’ll do next: Expect Trump to personally audition primary contenders in North Carolina, making the race an early loyalty test for his “One Big Beautiful Bill.” His overt celebration signals he will brandish endorsements—and threats—throughout the 2026 cycle.
‘Based on this egregious tax, we are hereby terminating ALL discussions on Trade with Canada, effective immediately.’
What he said: Furious over Ottawa’s 3 % digital-services levy, Trump pulled the plug on bilateral talks.
What he’ll do next: Watch for a Section 301 investigation and a tariff list within a week. The move also arms Trump with new leverage as he hustles other partners toward July 9 tariff deadlines.
‘I’d like to just send letters to everybody.’
What he said: In the same Q-and-A, Trump threatened blanket tariff notices for non-compliant allies.
What he’ll do next: The White House trade office is drafting “Dear Partner” letters; businesses should brace for market-moving leaks even before the formal notices land.
‘VERY PROUD of the Republican Party tonight…’
What he said: After a razor-thin Saturday Senate vote opened debate on his 940-page mega-package, Trump spiked the football on social media.
What he’ll do next: He’ll barnstorm conservative media this week to keep wavering GOP senators in line before the planned Independence-Day signing ceremony.
‘I’d love [Jerome Powell] to resign…’
What he said: Trump renewed his attacks on the Fed chair late Friday.
What he’ll do next: Look for an unofficial “shadow nominee” to be floated as early as July, intensifying market speculation on accelerated rate-cut pressure.
‘We have a buyer for TikTok, by the way… a group of very wealthy people.’
What he said: Trump told Fox he’ll reveal the mystery consortium within two weeks and predicted Xi Jinping’s approval.
What he’ll do next: Expect behind-the-scenes lobbying of CFIUS and Chinese regulators; a fourth extension of the divest-or-ban deadline is now likely.
‘Who in the Fake News Media is the SleazeBag saying I want to give Iran $30 Billion for nukes? HOAX!’
What he said: Trump torched CNN and NBC over reports of a civilian-nuclear carrot for Tehran.
What he’ll do next: The outburst signals the U.S. team will push talks next week toward a narrow “freeze-for-freeze” deal—without any headline-grabbing cash offer.
‘We hold such power over Canada.’
What he said: Asked if talks could restart, Trump dismissed the idea until Ottawa “straightens out its act.”
What he’ll do next: Trump officials are mapping Canadian export vulnerabilities (aluminum, dairy, EV batteries) for targeted tariffs designed to maximize political pain north of the border.
‘For all cost-cutting Republicans… REMEMBER, you still have to get reelected. Don’t go too crazy!’
What he said: In a follow-up Tillis post, Trump warned fiscal hawks resisting his spending bill.
What he’ll do next: The White House will continue to pair campaign-style intimidation with selective pork additions, swapping austerity purity for votes as the amendment marathon begins.
