The Department of Health and Human Services says it is freezing child care payments to Minnesota amid fraud allegations, threatening access for families statewide. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu downplayed escalating settler violence in the West Bank as the actions of “about 70 kids,” drawing outrage as attacks continue. In the U.S., right-wing activists are openly declaring they will stop paying taxes, while Donald Trump threatens to sue Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in an unprecedented escalation against the central bank. Conservative infighting continues as Megyn Kelly unloads on Fox News host Mark Levin after he attempted to cancel her over alleged bigotry, and Rep. Lauren Boebert publicly rebukes Trump for using his first veto to block her Colorado water project. Meanwhile, a new poll finds nearly half of Americans believe their financial security is getting worse, underscoring growing economic anxiety across the country.

The Department of Health and Human Services says it is freezing child care payments to Minnesota amid fraud allegations, threatening access for families statewide. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu downplayed escalating settler violence in the West Bank as the actions of “about 70 kids,” drawing outrage as attacks continue. In the U.S., right-wing activists are openly declaring they will stop paying taxes, while Donald Trump threatens to sue Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in an unprecedented escalation against the central bank. Conservative infighting continues as Megyn Kelly unloads on Fox News host Mark Levin after he attempted to cancel her over alleged bigotry, and Rep. Lauren Boebert publicly rebukes Trump for using his first veto to block her Colorado water project. Meanwhile, a new poll finds nearly half of Americans believe their financial security is getting worse, underscoring growing economic anxiety across the country.

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.

Donald Trump warned Iran he would intervene if the regime “kills” protesters, while also brushing off growing concerns about his age with renewed defiance. Elon Musk signaled he is “going all in” on financing Republicans ahead of the midterms, further tightening the alliance between Silicon Valley power and the GOP. Actor Ethan Slater criticized the conflation of Judaism with a state’s ideology as “disastrous,” as debates over Israel and identity continue to spill into U.S. politics. In New York, Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed five executive orders on his first day in office, prompting conservative outrage over his pledge to bring “the warmth of collectivism” to the city. Media personality Jennifer Welch accused Israel First groups of exerting control over TikTok discourse, while ICE unveiled plans for a $100 million “wartime recruitment” campaign targeting gun shows and military enthusiasts, signaling a major escalation in immigration enforcement strategy.

Donald Trump declared the U.S. is now “in charge” of Venezuela as Marco Rubio emphasized a strategy of coercion, with Benjamin Netanyahu openly celebrating Washington’s role in toppling Nicolás Maduro—sparking jubilant reactions across MAGA world and fierce backlash from the left. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has vowed to arrest Netanyahu if he enters his jurisdiction, condemned Maduro’s capture to face U.S. federal charges as dangerous imperial overreach. Back at home, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek re-election, adding to Democratic uncertainty, while the Pentagon cut Senator Mark Kelly’s military retirement pay in retaliation over a video accusing officials of issuing “illegal orders,” escalating tensions between the military establishment and elected officials.

Donald Trump declared the U.S. is now “in charge” of Venezuela as Marco Rubio emphasized a strategy of coercion, with Benjamin Netanyahu openly celebrating Washington’s role in toppling Nicolás Maduro—sparking jubilant reactions across MAGA world and fierce backlash from the left. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has vowed to arrest Netanyahu if he enters his jurisdiction, condemned Maduro’s capture to face U.S. federal charges as dangerous imperial overreach. Back at home, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek re-election, adding to Democratic uncertainty, while the Pentagon cut Senator Mark Kelly’s military retirement pay in retaliation over a video accusing officials of issuing “illegal orders,” escalating tensions between the military establishment and elected officials.

As Nicolás Maduro is ousted, reports indicate the U.S. is now weighing potential intervention against Iran, with The New York Times detailing the Justice Department’s long-running—and widely criticized—drug case against the Venezuelan leader. Conservative media figures lean in hard: Sean Hannity presses María Corina Machado on whether she ever floated a Nobel Peace Prize for Donald Trump, while Megyn Kelly blasts Fox News’ Venezuela coverage as indistinguishable from “Russian propaganda.” Amid the chaos, Elliott Abrams warns that growing bipartisan opposition to Israel could derail a proposed 20-year U.S. aid package. Back in Washington, Dan Bongino abruptly exits his role as FBI deputy director after less than a year, returning to what he calls “civilian life,” as outrage grows over revelations that Grok AI continues to be used to digitally undress women and children despite promises the practice would be halted.

As Nicolás Maduro is ousted, reports indicate the U.S. is now weighing potential intervention against Iran, with The New York Times detailing the Justice Department’s long-running—and widely criticized—drug case against the Venezuelan leader. Conservative media figures lean in hard: Sean Hannity presses María Corina Machado on whether she ever floated a Nobel Peace Prize for Donald Trump, while Megyn Kelly blasts Fox News’ Venezuela coverage as indistinguishable from “Russian propaganda.” Amid the chaos, Elliott Abrams warns that growing bipartisan opposition to Israel could derail a proposed 20-year U.S. aid package. Back in Washington, Dan Bongino abruptly exits his role as FBI deputy director after less than a year, returning to what he calls “civilian life,” as outrage grows over revelations that Grok AI continues to be used to digitally undress women and children despite promises the practice would be halted.