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Democrats Will Try to Force Release of Epstein Files
“Several House Democrats are mounting long-shot efforts to force a House vote on making Attorney General Pam Bondi release all records related to Jeffrey Epstein,” Axios reports. “Democrats are hoping…
Scott Perry Gets a Familiar Challenger
Janelle Stelson (D), who lost to Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) by barely a percentage point in 2024, will run again in the swing congressional district in Pennsylvania, the AP reports….
Quote of the Day
“The political equivalent of being a fire hydrant. You get pissed on by everyone.” — DNC chair Ken Martin, talking to The Bulwark about his job. Save to Favorites
Who’s at Alligator Alcatraz?
The Miami Herald obtained a list “of more than 700 people who have been detained or appear to be scheduled to be sent” to the new “Alligator Alcatraz” facility and…
Advertisers Flock to Fox Seeking an ‘Audience of One’
Advertisers are flocking to Fox News to reach “an audience of one,” according to the network’s head of ad sales, as companies, advocacy groups and foreign leaders try to lobby…
Rosie O’Donnell Responds
Rosie O’Donnell responded to President Trump’s claim that she’s a “threat to humanity” by sharing an old photo of the president and Jeffrey Epstein together with the caption: “18 years…
Tucker Carlson Says Trump Voters Were Misled
Tucker Carlson told NBC News that he now believes the Department of Justice doesn’t actually have “much relevant information about Jeffrey Epstein’s sex crimes.” Said Carlson: “Rather than just admit…
Hakeem Jeffries Sets Conditions for Endorsing Mamdani
Ahead of his planned meeting with New York City Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani this week, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Mamdani must reassure the Jewish community “that he’s…
Why Is Biden Talking Now?
In a rare interview with the New York Times, former President Joe Biden sought to clarify his use of the autopen to issue sweeping pardons at the end of his…
Trump Booed at Soccer Trophy Celebration
President Trump was booed when he appeared in New Jersey to present the FIFA Club World Cup to tournament winners Chelsea on Sunday, USA Today reports. Save to Favorites
The Next War
Dexter Filkins: “With global conflicts increasingly shaped by drones and A.I., the American military risks losing its dominance.” Save to Favorites
A Trump Scandal That Might Actually Matter
It’s no longer news when Donald Trump lies, breaks the law, or abuses his office for personal gain. These things still enrage Democrats, but among Trump’s base, they barely register….
Trump’s Epstein Headache Isn’t Going Away
Playbook: “At what should be the height of his political powers — having racked up signature wins in enacting his sprawling GOP megabill, bending U.S. allies to his will on…
Obama Tells Democrats to ‘Toughen Up’
Former President Barack Obama issued a call to action for Democrats at a private fundraiser in New Jersey on Friday evening, urging those frustrated by the state of the country…
EU Warns Trump’s Tariffs Are Danger to Transatlantic Trade
“Donald Trump’s proposed 30% tariff on European Union goods is ‘effectively prohibitive’ to transatlantic trade and could warrant retaliation, the bloc’s chief negotiator said,” Bloomberg reports. “Briefing reporters in Brussels…
Trump’s Megabill Creates Budget Nightmare for States
“President Donald Trump’s landmark legislation is driving a giant hole in governors’ budgets in a midterm year,” Politico reports. “By slashing health care and food assistance for low-income Americans, Republicans…
Three Ways Trump Might Defuse the Epstein Mess
“President Trump isn’t ready to course-correct over how his administration has handled the Jeffrey Epstein evidence,” Axios reports. “But officials and advisers are considering at least three ways Trump could…
How China’s Military Is Flexing Its Power in the Pacific
“China’s military is extending its reach deeper into the Pacific, sending ships and aircraft into new territory in a push that has spurred the U.S. to strengthen defenses and alliances…
Public Broadcasters Brace for Vote on Sharp Funding Cut
New York Times: “Congress is expected to vote by the deadline on Friday on a White House proposal, known as a rescission package. It would pull back more than $500…
Trump’s Tariffs Are Here to Stay
“President Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs have prompted investors to bet that he will ‘always chicken out’ and given businesses and foreign leaders hope that the leader of the world’s largest…
