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White House Defends Trump's Work Ethic Amid Fatigue Claims

12/3/2025

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The White House released logs showing U.S. President Donald Trump working long hours from November 12 to 25, detailing numerous meetings and calls, shared with The New York Post to counter fatigue claims.
The New York Times reported a decline in Trump's schedule and noted fatigue during events.
White House officials defended Trump's work ethic while The New York Times stood by its reporting and emphasized independent journalism.

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The White House released logs showing U.S. President Donald Trump working long hours from November 12 to 25, detailing numerous meetings and calls, shared with The New York Post to counter fatigue claims.
The New York Times reported a decline in Trump's schedule and noted fatigue during events.
White House officials defended Trump's work ethic while The New York Times stood by its reporting and emphasized independent journalism.