“I don’t really care. I think they’re all losers.”
— Sen. Harry Reid (D-NV), quoted by CNBC, when asked to assess prospects for the 2016 Republican presidential field.
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Tehran Vows to Destroy Key Infrastructure
New York Times: “Iranian officials responded defiantly on Sunday to President Trump’s threat to escalate attacks, warning that Iran would retaliate in kind if the United States or its allies…
Why Iran Does Not Appear Ready to Give Up
Washington Post: “Iran’s leaders see their ability to control the strait and withstand the U.S. and Israeli onslaught as a short-term victory, the Arab official and European diplomats said. But…
Trump Has Four Bad Options for the War in Iran
The Economist: “Mr Trump’s defenders insist that his rhetorical gymnastics are part of the plan: the president is keeping his options open, and keeping Iran on its toes. To almost…
$5 Diesel Is Crushing Truckers
Wall Street Journal: “The average gallon of diesel crossed $5.20 nationwide on Saturday, up around 40% from a month ago, according to the AAA. Eight of the 10 states where…
He Built the Definitive Epstein Database
Wired: “The data engineer started as a casual reader of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Then he became obsessed, and built the most extensive network graph of the sexual predator’s shadowy…
Even Best-Case Scenario for Energy Markets Is Disastrous
The Economist: “Even if Iran accedes to Donald Trump’s threat on March 21st to unblock the strait within 48 hours or face strikes on its power plants — a big…
Extra Bonus Quote of the Day
“In essence, we are jujitsuing the Iranians. We are using their own oil against them.” — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, explaining the Trump administration’s war strategy to Fox News. Save…
Josh Shapiro Leans Into His Support of Israel
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) “is leaning into his support for Israel as the war in Iran escalates and as speculation about a potential 2028 presidential run grows,” The Hill…
Kevin Stitt to Appoint Oil Executive to Senate Vacancy
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) has chosen Alan Armstrong, an oil and gas executive, to finish out the remainder of Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s term, NOTUS reports. The two men are…
Bonus Quote of the Day
“Now with the death of Iran, the greatest enemy America has is the Radical Left, Highly Incompetent, Democrat Party!” — President Trump, on Truth Social. Save to Favorites
Trump-Xi Summit On Hold Until War Ends
Politico: “The Trump administration is telling foreign officials and others that it will not reschedule a summit between the president and Chinese leader Xi Jinping until the Iran war ends.”…
Iran Fires Long-Range Missiles for the First Time
“Israeli officials said on Saturday that Iranian forces had for the first time fired long‑range missiles, expanding the risk of attacks beyond the Middle East, even as an Iranian strike…
Quote of the Day
“Sometimes you have to escalate to de-escalate.” — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, talking about the Iran War on Meet the Press. Save to Favorites
The Voter Fraud Fraud
Sen. Angus King: “The accusation that there is rampant cheating in our election is dramatic, alarming, and oft-repeated. It is also totally false.” “After years of audits, recounts, lawsuits, academic…
Affordability Remains the Top Issue for Voters
Politico: “With the midterms rapidly approaching, new results from the Politico Poll show the economy and the cost of living remain top of mind for voters among Trump’s 2024 coalition…
Americans Hold Conflicting Views on the Iran War
A new CBS News poll shows majorities of Americans think it’s important for the U.S. to end the war as soon as possible (92 percent), guarantee the freedom of Iranians…
Cuba Says Its Military Is Prepared
“A senior Cuban official said the country is preparing for a possible military assault as President Donald Trump increases economic pressure on the government in Havana and suggests it could…
ICE Agents to Be Deployed to U.S. Airports
Border Czar Tom Homan said that ICE agents will deploy to airports on Monday to help ease security lines amid the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, CNBC reports. Save to…
Mike Johnson Faces Possible Attendance Problems
“Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is grappling with an attendance issue as lawmakers begin to prioritize the 2026 midterms, potentially complicating the passage of key measures in the months ahead,” The…
Andy Beshear Delivers a Scathing Attack on JD Vance
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear excoriated Vice President JD Vance as the “most arrogant politician I have ever seen,” escalating a yearslong rivalry between two potential 2028 presidential candidates who claim…
