* Donald Trump has made it clear that he will be donating his $400,000 annual presidential salary. And there’s precedent for other wealthy presidents, such as John Kennedy and Herbert Hoover, doing likewise. Trump says he’ll accept $1, which will likely underscore his “populist” appeal to his fan base. But, frankly, how about accepting the salary, but picking up the tab for what it costs to keep Melania and Barron in Trump Tower? One other point: Imagine being grossly overpaid at $1 per annum.
* Cuban President Raul Castro gave signed copies of a recent speech to a group of U.S. Congress members, including Democratic Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont, the vice chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee. The speech reportedly noted Castro’s willingness to negotiate with President Trump. Ironically, Trump might look more comfortable in the company of the authoritarian, free-press fearing Cuban leader than Barack Obama did.
* Members of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club include New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick and former Florida Senate candidate Jeff Greene.