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Trump reads a children's book on Usha Vance's podcast, then riffs on past presidents and himself
By Michelle L. Price, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 3, 2026
· 4 min read
President Donald Trump joined second lady Usha Vance on her podcast where guests read picture books to children, but Trump, who is notorious for veering off script, offered a running commentary on his predecessors, his physique, and how he's spending his time in the White House.In Trump's appeara...
Key takeaway In Trump's appearance on Vance's “Storytime with the Second Lady,” podcast, which was posted online Friday, the president read “Presidents Play!
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents who value literacy and education, the image of President Trump reading a children's book on a podcast may seem like a welcome departure from the usual political discourse. However, his tendency to veer off script and insert his own commentary on past presidents and himself may raise questions about the effectiveness of such outreach efforts. As a community with a strong emphasis on schools and public education, Alamo Heights residents may be interested in how this podcast appearance reflects the current administration's priorities on literacy and education. The fact that Trump admitted to mostly reading newspapers and stories about himself may also spark discussion among local educators and parents about the importance of reading for pleasure and the role of leadership in promoting a culture of literacy.
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Category: library ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump joined second lady Usha Vance on her podcast where guests read picture books to children, but Trump, who is notorious for veering off script, offered a running commentary on his predecessors, his physique, and how he's spending his time in the White House.In Trump's appeara...
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