•Iran Escalates Nuclear Enrichment

Iran is ramping up its nuclear program after a censure from the International Atomic Energy Agency.

•Parole Program Ends for 500,000 Migrants

The Trump administration has begun notifying immigrants from Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Haiti that their parole under Biden’s program has ended. Work permits are revoked, and deportations are on the table.

•Trump Blocks California’s EV Power Grab

California’s attempt to dictate national vehicle emissions policy just hit a wall. Trump and Congress have revoked the state’s Clean Air Act waiver, stopping its effort to impose stricter standards nationwide.

•Pete Hegseth Under Fire for Constitutional Clarity

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth refused to let local judges dictate national security policy, sparking progressive outrage during a congressional hearing.

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•Crisis at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad

The U.S. is preparing to evacuate non-essential personnel from its embassy in Baghdad as Iranian-backed militias escalate threats across the region. The Pentagon is on alert, and this move signals both prudence and vulnerability in American foreign policy.

•ICE Raids Roil California’s Heartland

ICE is ramping up immigration raids in California’s Central Valley, targeting undocumented agricultural workers. Farmers are panicking, activists are protesting, and the debate over immigration, labor, and sovereignty comes to a head.

•China’s Rare Earth Power Play

Beijing tightens its grip on rare earth mineral exports, threatening America’s supply chains for everything from iPhones to missile systems.

•Weinstein Convicted, but Justice in Question

Harvey Weinstein has been convicted of a sex crime in a messy retrial in New York, but the jury remains deadlocked on a rape charge.

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• $134 Million Deployment to Los Angeles

The Pentagon confirms that deploying U.S. Marines and National Guard to Los Angeles will cost taxpayers $134 million.

• Trump’s Global Trade Doctrine

A new analysis from the New York Times examines President Trump’s shift away from interdependence and toward industrial sovereignty.

• Unrest Continues in Los Angeles

For the fifth straight night, Los Angeles remains on edge as Marines and National Guard units arrive. Businesses are boarded up, public transportation is suspended, and even self-driving taxis are being torched.

• Josh Hawley’s $15 Minimum Wage Proposal

Republican Senator Josh Hawley proposes a $15 federal minimum wage, sparking debate within the conservative movement.

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• Trump’s “Freedom Accounts” — The President pitches a plan to corporate America: $1,000 tax-free investment accounts for every newborn American to grow alongside the market, aiming to stabilize Social Security and potentially fund college.

• Tariffs and the Cost of Living — Aluminum prices and canned goods are surging under new tariffs, raising tough questions about the balance between protecting American industry and punishing American consumers.

• California vs. Trump — The Golden State files suit over federal authority to control National Guard units, a fight that’s really about federalism and the limits of state defiance on immigration.

• U.S.-China Trade Talks Resume — A high-stakes meeting between trade representatives could redefine the global economic order, but conservatives should demand strategic strength, not open-ended engagement.

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• D-Day at 81

  Today marks the 81st anniversary of D-Day—the Allied invasion of Normandy that marked the beginning of the end of Nazi tyranny in Europe. Eric reflects on the bravery and sacrifice of over 150,000 troops who stormed the beaches for liberty, not conquest, and why remembering their sacrifice is more important than ever.

• Jobs Report: A Mixed Message

  The latest jobs numbers are in: 139,000 jobs added, unemployment steady at 4.2%, and wages up. But are these full-time, family-supporting jobs—or just another mirage?

• Trump vs. Musk: Republican Realignment

  Donald Trump and Elon Musk are trading jabs over the GOP tax bill, highlighting deeper tensions within the conservative movement.

• Germany’s Strategic Win

While American headlines are filled with drama, Germany’s conservative leader quietly scored a major trade and Ukraine policy victory in Washington.

Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise.

Trump vs. Musk Feud Erupts
Elon Musk accuses Donald Trump of being tied to Jeffrey Epstein, blowing up their once-powerful alliance and setting the political world on fire. The dispute now threatens GOP unity just as Trump’s controversial tax bill faces scrutiny.

Medicare Shake-Up on the Horizon?
Republican lawmakers consider significant Medicare changes—cost-saving measures, restructuring benefits, and more—amid warnings of partisan backlash. Nothing final yet, but eyes are on potential impacts for seniors.

Supreme Court Drops Three Big Rulings

1. Discrimination: A unanimous decision in favor of a white woman’s reverse discrimination claim clarifies that discrimination is discrimination—no matter the group.
2. Gun Manufacturer Immunity: Unanimous ruling protects U.S. gunmakers from lawsuits over cartel violence in Mexico.
3. Religious Liberty: Catholic Charities wins tax-exempt status, even as Justice Sotomayor surprisingly leads the opinion.

Trade Deficit Narrows—But Don’t Cheer Just Yet
A record drop in imports, driven by new tariffs, shrinks the trade deficit to the lowest since 2023. But the slowdown may hurt consumers and businesses more than it helps.

Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise.