Trump's week in review: From Faith Summit to Epstein developments

1. Trump hosts a Summit of Faith and Business Leaders

Trump hosted a Summit of Faith and Business Leaders at the White House on Monday in conjunction with the White House Faith Office. During his remarks at the event, Trump noted how “the steady compass of faith has guided the strong hands of American workers, builders and entrepreneurs like really no other.” The president cited specific examples of how “Americans of faith have built our communities, forged new industries and enriched our country.”

As examples, Trump named oil entrepreneur John D. Rockefeller, clothing entrepreneur J.C. Penney, inventor Charles Goodyear and Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy. He said these leaders were “inspired by their love of God,” telling those gathered in the room, “the proud tradition continues with all of you.”

Trump also touted what he views as his administration’s accomplishments on behalf of people of faith, including the recent action to allow pastors and ministers to make political endorsements and statements without fear of losing their tax-exempt status under the Johnson Amendment.

The president’s discussion with faith leaders also included a reflection on the one-year anniversary of the assassination attempt against him, where he reiterated that “my life was saved by God to really make America great again.”

“Some people say it was lucky, and some people say something else. I say something else. I think God helped us,” he added.