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USTA Asks Broadcasters to Censor Reaction to Trump
“The United States Tennis Association asked broadcasters of the U.S. Open to censor any protests or reaction to President Donald Trump’s appearance at the men’s singles final Sunday,” The Athletic…
Biden to Build Presidential Library in Delaware
Former president Joe Biden has decided to build his presidential library in Delaware and has tapped a group of former aides, friends and political allies to begin the heavy lift…
Pentagon Prioritizes Homeland Over China Threat
Politico: “Pentagon officials are proposing the department prioritize protecting the homeland and Western Hemisphere, a striking reversal from the military’s yearslong mandate to focus on the threat from China.” “A…
From the Fringe to Fox
Joe Passantino: “On Capitol Hill this week, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. found himself under fire. The notorious anti-vaccine activist turned Health and Human Services secretary was grilled in a tense…
Settlement Talks Stall Between Harvard and Trump
New York Times: “One major reason is an emerging divide within the administration between aides eager to deliver President Trump a political victory by announcing a deal and those who…
Judges Push Back on Trump’s Expanding Power
After a slew of high-profile successes in the U.S. Supreme Court, the Trump administration found key parts of its agenda blocked in federal court this week, with judges criticizing its…
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…
