In an angry address to the nation, Donald Trump loudly touted the economy while doubling down on attacks over “affordability,” even as many Americans continue to feel squeezed. New reporting revisits the disturbing history of Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, detailing how the two bonded over the pursuit of women. At the same time, the Trump administration is quietly asking the U.S. oil industry to re-engage with Venezuela, signaling a potential reversal in energy policy. Overseas, an investigation details how Israel systematically targeted Iran’s nuclear scientists, wiping out what officials described as the country’s “brain trust.” Back at home, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says she would “stomp” J.D. Vance in a hypothetical 2028 matchup, and Trump is expected to sign an executive order moving to reclassify cannabis, opening the door to expanded medical use.

In an angry address to the nation, Donald Trump loudly touted the economy while doubling down on attacks over “affordability,” even as many Americans continue to feel squeezed. New reporting revisits the disturbing history of Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, detailing how the two bonded over the pursuit of women. At the same time, the Trump administration is quietly asking the U.S. oil industry to re-engage with Venezuela, signaling a potential reversal in energy policy. Overseas, an investigation details how Israel systematically targeted Iran’s nuclear scientists, wiping out what officials described as the country’s “brain trust.” Back at home, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says she would “stomp” J.D. Vance in a hypothetical 2028 matchup, and Trump is expected to sign an executive order moving to reclassify cannabis, opening the door to expanded medical use.

The FBI is struggling to answer questions about any effort to designate antifa as a domestic terror group, while newly released photos from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate show Trump, prompting U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee to denounce claims of Israeli involvement in Epstein’s operation as “crazy” and “unfounded.” Trump has signed an executive order establishing a single national AI regulatory standard that limits state authority, even as Indiana Senate Republicans reject his redistricting push. Tim Pool admits the Trump administration has fallen short on affordability issues like grocery prices, and Trump has issued a symbolic pardon for election-denier Tina Peters, who was convicted on state charges.

Authorities have confirmed that the Bondi massacre was carried out by a father and son, as Israeli intelligence points to Tehran as the prime suspect in a separate Hanukkah massacre in Sydney. Police continue searching for the gunman in the Brown University shooting, and recapping the town hall with Erika Kirk. Abroad, U.S. soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in Syria during an ambush by an apparent ISIS gunman. Back in the U.S., Trump bizarrely blamed the reported deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife on “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” and a Fox News host stunned co-hosts by urging viewers to buy fake Christmas trees to support data center infrastructure.

Authorities have confirmed that the Bondi massacre was carried out by a father and son, as Israeli intelligence points to Tehran as the prime suspect in a separate Hanukkah massacre in Sydney. Police continue searching for the gunman in the Brown University shooting, and recapping the town hall with Erika Kirk. Abroad, U.S. soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in Syria during an ambush by an apparent ISIS gunman. Back in the U.S., Trump bizarrely blamed the reported deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife on “Trump Derangement Syndrome,” and a Fox News host stunned co-hosts by urging viewers to buy fake Christmas trees to support data center infrastructure.

Tonight’s show covers a wide range of stories shaping politics, media, and consumer behavior. Donald Trump makes headlines by saying he “wouldn’t have wanted” a second strike on an alleged drug boat, while Ken Klippenstein’s reporting sheds light on the DC National Guard shooter. In international affairs, Trump has invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to his fifth White House meeting, signaling ongoing diplomatic ties. Meanwhile, StopAntisemitism.com has stirred controversy by including children’s entertainer Ms Rachel in its list of the top 10 “antisemites” competing for the title of antisemite of the year. On the media front, Dan Bongino scrambles to explain a redaction email tied to the Epstein files, raising questions about transparency. Finally, the booming “buy now, pay later” trend reveals how shoppers are shifting from impulse purchases to more strategic spending.

Tonight’s show covers a wide range of stories shaping politics, media, and consumer behavior. Donald Trump makes headlines by saying he “wouldn’t have wanted” a second strike on an alleged drug boat, while Ken Klippenstein’s reporting sheds light on the DC National Guard shooter. In international affairs, Trump has invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to his fifth White House meeting, signaling ongoing diplomatic ties. Meanwhile, StopAntisemitism.com has stirred controversy by including children’s entertainer Ms Rachel in its list of the top 10 “antisemites” competing for the title of antisemite of the year. On the media front, Dan Bongino scrambles to explain a redaction email tied to the Epstein files, raising questions about transparency. Finally, the booming “buy now, pay later” trend reveals how shoppers are shifting from impulse purchases to more strategic spending.

Donald Trump claims mega-donor Miriam Adelson offered him “another $250 million” to pursue an unconstitutional third term, as he simultaneously announces a form of siege warfare against Venezuela. The Trump administration is planning to further boost tax breaks for corporations even as new data shows U.S. unemployment rose in November despite overall job gains. Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly breaks with Trump over his “classless” remarks, while also using recent interviews to focus on affordability pressures facing voters. Bernie Sanders calls for a moratorium on new AI data centers amid growing concerns about energy use and inequality, and a separate investigation reveals transplant hospitals are courting wealthy overseas patients despite a critical organ shortage in the U.S.

Donald Trump claims mega-donor Miriam Adelson offered him “another $250 million” to pursue an unconstitutional third term, as he simultaneously announces a form of siege warfare against Venezuela. The Trump administration is planning to further boost tax breaks for corporations even as new data shows U.S. unemployment rose in November despite overall job gains. Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly breaks with Trump over his “classless” remarks, while also using recent interviews to focus on affordability pressures facing voters. Bernie Sanders calls for a moratorium on new AI data centers amid growing concerns about energy use and inequality, and a separate investigation reveals transplant hospitals are courting wealthy overseas patients despite a critical organ shortage in the U.S.