Press Conference Timeline

Opening Remarks and Initial Announcements

• Conference start • 00:00:00 (Implied start of the recorded segment)

  • The press conference begins with SPEAKER_07 addressing the audience and introducing the topic of milk.

• Introduction of Executive Actions • 00:00:45

  • SPEAKER_07 introduces SPEAKER_01 to read the first two items.

• Signing of Executive Actions • 00:01:00

  • SPEAKER_01 announces that the President has signed two executive actions shortly before the press conference.

• First Executive Action: Critical Mineral Supplies • 00:01:10

  • SPEAKER_01 explains the first executive action, a result of a Section 232 trade investigation into critical mineral supplies, which establishes a mechanism to secure international supply chains of critical minerals.

• Second Executive Action: Semiconductors • 00:01:30

  • SPEAKER_01 explains the second executive action, also a result of a Section 232 investigation, into semiconductors. This action establishes a two-phase process that includes a 25 percent tariff on imported semiconductors not used domestically for AI or computing architecture.

• President's Interpretation of Semiconductor Tariff • 00:02:15

  • SPEAKER_07 interprets the semiconductor tariff, suggesting it allows for chip sales while the U.S. receives 25 percent of the dollar value.

Updates on Iran and Leaker

• News on Iran • 00:02:45

  • SPEAKER_07 announces there is news on Iran and indicates they will discuss it.

• Report of Ceasefire in Iran • 00:03:00

  • SPEAKER_07 states they have been notified that the killing in Iran has stopped and there are no plans for executions. This information was received from a good authority.

• Leaker Found and Jailed • 00:03:35

  • SPEAKER_07 announces that the leaker related to Venezuela has been found and is in jail, with the possibility of others being pursued.

Signing of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

• Introduction to Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act • 00:04:15

  • SPEAKER_07 expresses gratitude to political figures, both Republicans and Democrats, for their support of whole milk.

• Tribute to Elijah Cummings • 00:04:35

  • SPEAKER_07 briefly mentions Elijah Cummings and their past relationship.

• Signing of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into Law • 00:04:50

  • SPEAKER_07 announces the signing of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into law, highlighting its importance for farmers and consumers. This is stated as the first bill signing of the new year.

• Recognition of Supporters • 00:05:20

  • SPEAKER_07 thanks Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Senators John Boseman and Mike Crapo, Roger Marshall, Peter Welch, Representatives G.T. Thompson and Tim Wahlberg, and USDA National Nutrition Advisor Dr. Ben Carson.

• Previous Policy on School Milk • 00:06:00

  • SPEAKER_07 explains that previously, schools could only offer low- or non-fat milk options, a change made during the Obama administration.

• Impact of the New Legislation on School Milk • 00:06:15

  • SPEAKER_07 states that with the new legislation, schools can now offer whole milk.

• Parental Choice for Milk Substitutes • 00:06:35

  • SPEAKER_07 mentions that the legislation allows parents to request milk substitutes for children with dairy intolerance without a doctor's note, removing a previous requirement.

• Farmer Support and Reauthorization Act • 00:07:00

  • SPEAKER_07 notes that the legislation is a victory for dairy farmers and mentions signing the Secure Rural Schools Authorization, Reauthorization Act in December, linking both to providing resources for school-aged children.

Statements from Secretaries and Officials

• Secretary Rollins' Remarks • 00:07:30

  • SPEAKER_22 (Secretary Rollins) expresses joy and honor, highlighting the President's support for farmers, especially dairy farmers. She thanks the farmers present and mentions opening new markets and the increase in dairy exports. She contrasts the current administration's agricultural surplus with a deficit under the previous administration.

• Connection to Michelle Obama's Policy • 00:08:30

  • SPEAKER_22 references Michelle Obama's past announcement to remove whole milk from schools.

• New Dietary Guidelines • 00:08:45

  • SPEAKER_22 mentions the recent announcement of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030, which reintroduced full-fat dairy.

• USDA Posting New Rulemaking • 00:09:05

  • SPEAKER_22 states that USDA is posting the new rulemaking to get whole milk back into school lunches, indicating it will take a few weeks.

• Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act • 00:09:40

  • SPEAKER_22 briefly discusses the importance of the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act for rural America.

• President's Inquiry on Food Prices • 00:10:05

  • SPEAKER_07 asks about progress in bringing down food prices.

• Food Price Data • 00:10:15

  • SPEAKER_22 presents a chart showing decreases in prices for milk, eggs, chicken, cheese, tomatoes, butter, potatoes, and fresh fruits since the current administration took office.

• Secretary Kennedy's Remarks • 00:10:45

  • SPEAKER_02 (Secretary Kennedy) echoes Secretary Rollins' statement about the alignment of farm prosperity, food policy, and children's health. He discusses the "war on saturated fat" and how whole milk is critical for brain and physical development. He highlights that removing whole milk led to a decline in milk consumption and an increase in unhealthy beverage choices.

• Correcting Past Mistakes • 00:11:45

  • SPEAKER_02 states that the new law corrects a mistake by allowing schools to offer various milk options and removes bureaucracy for parents requesting milk substitutes.

• Alignment with Real Food Principle • 00:12:15

  • SPEAKER_02 connects the law to the new food pyramid and dietary guidelines, emphasizing the "eat real food" message.

• Dr. Carson's Remarks • 00:12:30

  • SPEAKER_25 (Dr. Ben Carson) thanks the President for his interest in public health and acknowledges the collaboration between agencies. He thanks the dairy farmers and highlights the benefits of whole milk for protein, healthy fats, bone development, and brain function.

• Cognitive Benefits of Milk • 00:13:00

  • SPEAKER_25 discusses the importance of what the brain receives during development and implies milk aids cognitive ability.

• President's Anecdote on Cognitive Tests • 00:13:15

  • SPEAKER_07 humorously claims to have aced cognitive tests because he drinks milk.

• Taste Comparison • 00:13:30

  • SPEAKER_07 asks about the taste difference between whole milk and other options, with positive responses.

• Importance for Children's Health • 00:14:00

  • SPEAKER_25 emphasizes that serving real milk to children makes them love it, contrasting it with less appealing alternatives. He also mentions the decline in U.S. longevity compared to other industrialized nations.

Statements from Political Leaders

• Senator Peter Welch's Remarks • 00:14:30

  • SPEAKER_26 (Senator Peter Welch) emphasizes the importance of dairy farmers and their way of life. He agrees that access to whole milk is good for children. He highlights the connection between Vermont farmers, schools, and children visiting farms. He notes the bipartisan nature of the effort.

• Senator Crapo's Remarks on Rural Schools • 00:15:15

  • SPEAKER_13 (Senator Crapo) expresses gratitude for the President and Secretary Rollins bringing up the Secure Rural Schools legislation, calling it critical for rural communities. He advocates for a permanent extension of this act.

• Kansas Dairy Farmer Representative's Remarks • 00:15:45

  • SPEAKER_24 thanks the President on behalf of Kansas dairy farmers, emphasizing milk as a wholesome, nutritious drink essential for bone and cognitive health. He criticizes past administrations for contributing to osteopenia and osteoporosis by removing milk from schools.

• Question on Age Limit for Cognitive Ability • 00:16:30

  • SPEAKER_08 asks Dr. Carson about an age limit for cognitive ability related to milk consumption.

• Legislators' Long-Term Work • 00:16:45

  • SPEAKER_08 acknowledges the years of work by legislators on this issue and thanks the President and his team.

• Chairman G.T. Thompson's Remarks • 00:17:00

  • SPEAKER_09 (Chairman G.T. Thompson) states he has been working on this bill for 15 years and thanks the President for his support in getting it passed. He highlights the benefits for children, dairy farm families, and rural communities, emphasizing that the loss of whole milk from schools negatively impacted these communities.

• Chairman Tim Wahlberg's Remarks • 00:17:40

  • SPEAKER_10 (Chairman Tim Wahlberg) discusses the bill's impact on education and the workforce. He mentions working with G.T. Thompson for 15 years and highlights his own diverse farming district in Michigan, referencing his children being raised on raw milk and his oldest son's journalistic achievements.

Statements from Dairy Farmers

• Farmer from Butler, Pennsylvania • 00:18:15

  • SPEAKER_11 identifies himself as being from Butler, Pennsylvania, and thanks the President. He calls the day monumental for agriculture, benefiting producers, processors, and children.

• Farmer Emphasizing Choice • 00:18:45

  • SPEAKER_03 thanks the President for providing choices in schools with whole milk. He expresses gratitude for the President's support of the dairy industry.

• Farmer Discussing Increased Production • 00:19:00

  • SPEAKER_07 asks if more milk will be produced, to which SPEAKER_03 confirms "a lot more."

• Farmer on 15 Years of Fighting • 00:19:15

  • SPEAKER_19 thanks the President for his support and the 15 years of work on the bill. He shares an anecdote about a high school taste test where students preferred whole milk over skim.

• President's Agreement on Farmer's Knowledge • 00:19:45

  • SPEAKER_07 agrees that farmers know what's right, especially concerning such issues.

• Howard Lutnik's Remarks • 00:20:00

  • SPEAKER_28 praises the President's leadership and common sense in driving positive outcomes, questioning why children shouldn't have the choice to drink whole milk. He highlights the excellent leadership of Secretary Rollins and Secretary Kennedy.

Bill Signing and Post-Signing Remarks

• President Signs the Bill • 00:20:30

  • SPEAKER_07 signs the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act.

• President's Comment on Signing • 00:20:45

  • SPEAKER_07 makes a remark about the signing being important.

Press Conference Q&A

• Question about Shift from Alternative Milks • 00:21:00

  • SPEAKER_27 asks if the legislation represents a shift away from the industry's embrace of "woke" alternatives like oat and almond milk.

• President's Response on Changes and Successes • 00:21:15

  • SPEAKER_07 discusses the numerous changes and successes of the past year, highlighting the economy and farmers' increased production.

• Question on Iran Killings • 00:21:45

  • SPEAKER_16 asks who informed the President that the killing in Iran has stopped.

• President's Response on Iran Information • 00:21:55

  • SPEAKER_07 states they were informed by "very important sources on the other side" that the killing and executions have stopped.

• Question on Trust and Iran • 00:22:30

  • SPEAKER_17 asks how the President can trust the information regarding Iran, referencing previous events.

• President's Response on Iran Executions • 00:22:40

  • SPEAKER_07 reiterates that they were told there would be no executions and hopes it is true.

• Question on Military Action Against Iran • 00:22:55

  • SPEAKER_11 asks if military action against Iran is now off the table.

• President's Response on Military Action • 00:23:05

  • SPEAKER_07 states they will watch the process and have received a "very good statement."

• Question on Greenland and Denmark's Limits • 00:23:20

  • SPEAKER_14 asks if Denmark's stated limits regarding Greenland will be respected, referencing a meeting with the Danish Foreign Minister.

• President's Response on Greenland and National Security • 00:23:30

  • SPEAKER_07 states they need Greenland for national security and will see what happens. He mentions potential Russian or Chinese occupation if the U.S. does not act.

• Question on Greenland by Force • 00:24:15

  • SPEAKER_20 asks if the President is suggesting acquiring Greenland by force, noting it's a NATO country.

• President's Response on Greenland Acquisition • 00:24:25

  • SPEAKER_07 denies saying they would act by force and emphasizes Greenland's importance for national security, including Denmark's. He contrasts the U.S. ability to act with Denmark's limited capacity.

• Question on Planned Parenthood Funds • 00:25:05

  • SPEAKER_17 asks about reports of frozen funds being released to Planned Parenthood by HHS and why.

• President's Response on Planned Parenthood • 00:25:15

  • SPEAKER_07 states he knows nothing about that and asks Bobby Kennedy. SPEAKER_07 later says he has not heard of it.

• Question on NATO and Greenland Options • 00:25:35

  • SPEAKER_20 asks about the Danish Foreign Minister's statement of fundamental differences and if the President is willing to leave NATO to get Greenland.

• President's Response on NATO and Greenland Options • 00:25:50

  • SPEAKER_07 states he wouldn't reveal his willingness to do certain things but reiterates Greenland's importance for national security, including Denmark's. He again highlights the potential for Russia or China to occupy Greenland.

• Question on Venezuela's Reluctance • 00:26:40

  • SPEAKER_16 asks about Cabello's reluctance to work with the U.S. in Venezuela.

• President's Response on Venezuela • 00:26:45

  • SPEAKER_07 mentions a "great conversation" with a "terrific person" and that they are getting along "very well" with Venezuela.

• Question on New Assistant Attorney General Role • 00:27:00

  • SPEAKER_17 asks if there's a new assistant attorney general position dedicated to "ruining that product" (implied to be related to tariffs or trade issues).

• President's Response on New Appointment • 00:27:10

  • SPEAKER_07 confirms a fantastic person has been chosen, who is tough, smart, and fair, but he cannot disclose the name yet.

• Question on Supreme Court Case and Tariffs • 00:27:30

  • SPEAKER_12 asks about the stakes in an upcoming Supreme Court case on tariffs, given the administration's economic successes.

• President's Response on Tariffs and Supreme Court Case • 00:27:45

  • SPEAKER_07 expresses disbelief at the case, calling it started by "China-centric" and "anti-American" people. He argues that tariffs have helped stop wars, improve trade numbers, bring investment, and enhance national security. He provides examples of plants reopening and auto industry success due to tariffs.

• President's Closing Remarks on Economic Success • 00:29:00

  • SPEAKER_07 concludes by stating the U.S. is the "hottest country anywhere in the world" and was a "dead country" a year and a half ago.