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Is the U.S. Preparing for War?
The Pentagon is deploying 10 F-35 stealth fighter jets to Puerto Rico for counter-narcotics tasking in the Caribbean, Fox News reports. Jennifer Griffin: “Why would you need F35 stealth fighter…
Grand Juries Reject Charges Under Trump Crackdown
New York Times: “In what could be read as a citizens’ revolt, ordinary people serving on grand juries have repeatedly refused in recent days to indict their fellow residents who…
The U.S. Could Tumble Into Recession
Washington Post: “The United States began the year having grown at an annual rate of 2.4 percent in the final three months of 2024. Hiring was robust: employers added 323,000…
A Prime Minister’s Treasonous Act
“If French Prime Minister François Bayrou loses his job in a confidence vote Monday, it will be due in no small part to his willingness to fiddle with a cornerstone…
Trump’s Former Surgeon General Wants RFK Jr. Fired
“Jerome Adams, who served as US surgeon general during President Donald Trump’s first administration, is calling for Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be fired as…
Trump Looks to Take Over 9/11 Memorial
“President Donald Trump’s administration said Friday that it is exploring whether the federal government can take control of the 9/11 memorial and museum in New York City,” Politico reports. “The…
Trump Backs Ashley Hinson
President Trump endorsed Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) for retiring Sen. Joni Ernst’s (R-IA) seat, The Hill reports. Save to Favorites
Biden Officials Raised Concerns About Use of Autopen
“High-ranking Biden administration officials repeatedly questioned and criticized how the president’s team decided on controversial pardons and allowed the frequent use of an autopen to sign measures late in his…
For Your Weekend Listening
The latest episode of Trial Balloon is live for members. Democrats need to better understand the forces disrupting our politics. And Trump thinks he can do whatever he wants —…
Cory Mills Faces Ex-Girlfriend in Hearing
Rep. Cory Mills’ (R-FL) ex-girlfriend spent more than an hour in court Friday describing how she was “scared” the central Florida Republican wanted to harm her and tarnish her reputation…
Republicans Eye Kansas and Nebraska for Redistricting
“Nebraska and Kansas might be next in the gerrymandering line,” Axios reports. “Three Republicans currently represent Nebraska in the House. But Democrats are favored to pick up one seat in…
Trump Breaks from RFK Jr. on Vaccines
President Trump said he’s supportive of vaccines on Friday, breaking with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Axios reports. Said Trump: “I think you have to be very careful when…
Trump Official’s Relatives Claimed Two Primary Residences
“Close relatives of the federal official who has accused a Federal Reserve governor of improperly claiming primary residence on two properties have declared the same status on two homes in…
RFK Jr.’s Family Calls on Him to Resign
“Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s sister and nephew called on the secretary to resign Friday after he questioned the safety of vaccination while testifying before a congressional committee,” Axios…
Mikie Sherrill Holds Big Lead for New Jersey Governor
A new Quantus Insights poll in New Jersry finds Mikie Sherrill (D) leading the race for governor over Jack Ciattarelli (R), 49% to 39%. Another 12% are undecided. Save to…
Eric Adams Insists He’s Staying in Mayoral Race
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said on Friday he was staying in the race for another term amid reports that he might be offered a job in the Trump…
Trump to Skip G-20 Summit
“President Donald Trump said he would not attend this year’s Group of 20 leaders’ summit in Johannesburg in November, after months of attacks on South Africa’s government over unfounded claims…
Quote of the Day
“I wasn’t ready to do our announcement. I wasn’t sure what number you wanted to go with.” — Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, caught on a hot mic talking to President…
Trump Threatens More Tariffs After EU Fines
President Trump threatened to impose more tariffs against the European Union after the bloc levied a massive fine against Google for violating anti-monopoly laws, Politico reports. Save to Favorites
On Trump’s Economy
Talking with Julie Mason on her great radio show is a nice way to end the week. Take a listen. Save to Favorites