The Trump administration is reportedly preparing for a sustained conflict with Iran, signaling a potential long-term military posture in the region. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces backlash from pro-Israel critics after referring to Israel’s actions in Gaza as a genocide, intensifying already explosive rhetoric on Capitol Hill. Rep. Nancy Mace slams the DOJ over its handling of the Epstein files, warning that key names are still missing, as Alex Jones is accused of muddying the waters around the scandal in ways critics call deeply suspicious. Meanwhile, confusion grows over the implications of a potential Homeland Security shutdown, and a massive economic revision reveals U.S. job growth in 2025 was overstated by nearly one million jobs—the largest downward correction in two decades, delivering a major blow to the administration’s economic narrative.

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing for a sustained conflict with Iran, signaling a potential long-term military posture in the region. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces backlash from pro-Israel critics after referring to Israel’s actions in Gaza as a genocide, intensifying already explosive rhetoric on Capitol Hill. Rep. Nancy Mace slams the DOJ over its handling of the Epstein files, warning that key names are still missing, as Alex Jones is accused of muddying the waters around the scandal in ways critics call deeply suspicious. Meanwhile, confusion grows over the implications of a potential Homeland Security shutdown, and a massive economic revision reveals U.S. job growth in 2025 was overstated by nearly one million jobs—the largest downward correction in two decades, delivering a major blow to the administration’s economic narrative.

U.S.–Iran talks produce what Tehran calls agreement on “guiding principles” after a “constructive” meeting, hinting at a possible diplomatic thaw even as tensions linger. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez draws criticism for several missteps at the Munich Security Conference, adding fuel to foreign policy debates back home. Eric Trump faces scrutiny after investing in a drone company marketing “low cost-per-kill” technology, while New Mexico lawmakers launch a sweeping investigation into activities tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s ranch. And in a fiery late-night rebuke, Stephen Colbert blasts CBS in a defiant opener—“FCC You!”—after the network cancels his interview with a Democratic lawmaker, igniting fresh controversy over media gatekeeping and corporate pressure.

U.S.–Iran talks produce what Tehran calls agreement on “guiding principles” after a “constructive” meeting, hinting at a possible diplomatic thaw even as tensions linger. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez draws criticism for several missteps at the Munich Security Conference, adding fuel to foreign policy debates back home. Eric Trump faces scrutiny after investing in a drone company marketing “low cost-per-kill” technology, while New Mexico lawmakers launch a sweeping investigation into activities tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s ranch. And in a fiery late-night rebuke, Stephen Colbert blasts CBS in a defiant opener—“FCC You!”—after the network cancels his interview with a Democratic lawmaker, igniting fresh controversy over media gatekeeping and corporate pressure.

A Republican lawmaker calls for an investigation into Bad Bunny, escalating culture-war politics into Congress. Benjamin Netanyahu heads to an urgent meeting with Donald Trump as Iran negotiations intensify, while Venezuela sends its first crude oil cargo to Israel, reshaping regional energy dynamics. Back in Washington, Attorney General Pam Bondi faces bipartisan fury in a combative hearing over the handling of the Epstein files, as a grand jury rebuffs the Justice Department’s attempt to indict six Democratic members of Congress. Newly unsealed records reveal that a White House election denier helped spark the FBI’s Georgia 2020 probe using widely debunked ballot claims, raising fresh alarms about political interference in federal investigations.

A Republican lawmaker calls for an investigation into Bad Bunny, escalating culture-war politics into Congress. Benjamin Netanyahu heads to an urgent meeting with Donald Trump as Iran negotiations intensify, while Venezuela sends its first crude oil cargo to Israel, reshaping regional energy dynamics. Back in Washington, Attorney General Pam Bondi faces bipartisan fury in a combative hearing over the handling of the Epstein files, as a grand jury rebuffs the Justice Department’s attempt to indict six Democratic members of Congress. Newly unsealed records reveal that a White House election denier helped spark the FBI’s Georgia 2020 probe using widely debunked ballot claims, raising fresh alarms about political interference in federal investigations.

Donald Trump meets with top Iran advisers as the threat of war escalates, signaling potential next steps in a rapidly intensifying standoff. New questions swirl around Jeffrey Epstein’s network after an accomplice who was expected to testify suddenly goes dark. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, adding another layer of scandal to royal circles. In a tense CNBC interview, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett suggests Federal Reserve researchers should be punished, raising alarms about political pressure on independent institutions. Meanwhile, Trump’s CFTC announces plans to block states from regulating prediction markets, and the Olympics turn political as U.S. athletes publicly speak out against Trump, bringing domestic divisions onto the global stage.

Donald Trump meets with top Iran advisers as the threat of war escalates, signaling potential next steps in a rapidly intensifying standoff. New questions swirl around Jeffrey Epstein’s network after an accomplice who was expected to testify suddenly goes dark. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, adding another layer of scandal to royal circles. In a tense CNBC interview, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett suggests Federal Reserve researchers should be punished, raising alarms about political pressure on independent institutions. Meanwhile, Trump’s CFTC announces plans to block states from regulating prediction markets, and the Olympics turn political as U.S. athletes publicly speak out against Trump, bringing domestic divisions onto the global stage.