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Quote of the Day
“I support spending cuts. I think the cuts currently in the bill are wimpy and anemic, but I still would support the bill, even with wimpy and anemic cuts, if…
Trump Promises ‘Golden Era’ at West Point
“President Trump told cadets in a commencement address at the United States Military Academy at West Point on Saturday that they were the first graduates to serve in a ‘golden…
Can Anyone Stop Trump?
Ron Brownstein: “From day to day, Donald Trump’s second term often seems like a roman candle of grievance, with the administration spraying attacks in all directions on institutions and individuals…
A ‘Big, Beautiful’ Risk for Republicans
Dan Balz: “The 2026 midterm elections are still far into the future, but Republicans are placing a big and risky bet that they can survive the coming attacks on President…
Democrats Are Still Searching for the Path Forward
New York Times: “Six months after President Trump swept the battleground states, the Democratic Party is still sifting through the wreckage. Its standing has plunged to startling new lows —…
As Trumps Monetize Presidency, Profits Outstrip Protests
“When Hillary Clinton was first lady, a furor erupted over reports that she had once made $100,000 from a $1,000 investment in cattle futures. Even though it had happened a…
5 Years After George Floyd’s Murder, the Backlash Takes Hold
New York Times: “Sunday is the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s murder by a Minneapolis police officer, a searing moment of brutality that ignited what may have been the largest…
Trump Begins Plans for a Presidential Library
“With a $400 million luxury jet waiting in the wings and a $37 million check in hand − thanks to settlements from Meta and ABC− President Donald Trump’s future presidential…
Biden Struggles to Raise Money
Wall Street Journal: “Some major donors have been reluctant to give money to his presidential library, and some allies privately worry it will not open during his lifetime… Biden’s speaking…
Harvard Digs In for Battle
“As President Trump escalated his attacks against Harvard University, its board resolved to fight,” the Wall Street Journal reports. “Trustees discussed whether to sue or pursue deal talks after Trump…
Trump Tears Up Rule Book
“The European Union has been following tried-and-true rules of global commerce as it tries to negotiate with the Trump administration to avert painful tariffs on cars, pharmaceuticals and just about…
The Trump Family’s Money-Making Machine
Bloomberg: “Since he kicked off his campaign, Trump’s empire has landed billions of dollars of deals at home and abroad.” Save to Favorites
Trump Approves ‘Partnership’ of U.S. Steel and Nippon
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: “Trump heralded the deal that would keep U.S. Steel in America and its headquarters in Pittsburgh… The language of ‘partnership’ as opposed to ‘acquisition’ harkens back to Trump’s…
The Revolt Against Expertise
New Yorker: “It used to be progressives who distrusted the experts. What happened?” Save to Favorites
EPA Wants to Erase Greenhouse Gas Limits
New York Times: “In its proposed regulation, the agency argued that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from power plants that burn fossil fuels ‘do not contribute significantly to dangerous…
How Trump Defeated Columbia
New York Magazine: “The inside story of an unconditional surrender.” Save to Favorites
Fetterman Says He’s Been Shamed Into Returning
“When Senator John Fetterman, Democrat of Pennsylvania, showed up at a hearing on May 8 with Sam Altman, the chief executive of OpenAI, his colleagues were surprised to see him….
For Your Weekend Listening
The latest episode of Trial Balloon is live for members. Republicans pass a massive tax bill in the dead of night. And Donald Trump holds a dinner for buyers of…
‘The Food Sucked’ at Trump’s Meme Coin Dinner
CNBC spoke to 25-year old Nicholas Pinto, who was one of the 220 guests invited to Donald Trump’s crypto dinner. Said Pinto: “The food sucked. Wasn’t given any drinks other…
Trump Ignores Economic Warning Signs
“One day after House Republicans approved an expensive package of tax cuts that rattled financial markets, President Trump pivoted back to his other signature policy priority, unveiling a battery of…