President Donald Trump will host a Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Wednesday, one day after his annual physical at Walter Reed Medical Center and during high-stakes peace talks with Iran that seemed on Tuesday to be breaking down once again.
Rare Gathering at Presidential Retreat
The meeting at the historic presidential retreat in Maryland is a rare occurrence, as Camp David is typically reserved for diplomatic summits or family getaways rather than full Cabinet sessions. Multiple news outlets confirmed that attendance would include the president's entire Cabinet as well as departing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.
Gabbard, who has taken a back seat in the administration amid the war with Iran, is reportedly being "forced out" of her position by White House staffers, according to Reuters. Her inclusion in the meeting underscores the administration's focus on national security matters.
Iran Talks on the Brink
White House officials have claimed for days that negotiations with Iran are close to reaching a deal, but a new round of hostilities erupted on Tuesday, casting doubt on the prospects for a peaceful resolution. The talks, which include discussions on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, have been described by Trump as "largely negotiated."
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