During a visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping, Donald Trump broke presidential protocol by greeting him at the airbase. Trump then guided the foreign leader around White House grounds to show off his newly installed granite walkway and helipad.

Donald Trump capped off Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s visit with a formal state dinner in the East Room alongside tech executives. Pro-democracy protesters demonstrated loudly outside while Trump invited dinner attendees to walk through the unfinished $400 million White House ballroom.

Donald Trump revoked White House press credentials for CNN and several other media outlets. Then he complained on Truth Social that the network was deliberately boycotting his summit with President Xi Jinping.

Tucker Carlson publicly criticized Donald Trump’s military strikes against Iran during an interview with NPR’s Steve Inskeep. Carlson argued that entering the conflict was foolish and asserted that cabinet members should invoke the 25th Amendment to remove Trump from office.

Finally, a recent Emerson College poll revealed Democrats hold an 11% lead over Republicans on the generic congressional ballot. Independent voters favor Democrats by 29 points, prompting several Republican candidates to remove references to Donald Trump from their campaign materials.

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The Texas Department of Public Safety failed to send tens of thousands of voter registration records to county registrars, creating a massive backlog right before the state deadline. State officials claim that incomplete records caused the error and have advised affected voters to submit provisional ballots.

A Wall Street Journal analysis of political podcast audio shows that conservative hosts have dramatically reduced their mentions of Donald Trump while liberal podcasts have maintained steady coverage. The sharp drop in commentary accelerated as the Iran war ramped up and Trump’s approval numbers worsened.

Donald Trump personally met Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews with a military flyover, a twenty-one gun salute, and a full ceremonial red carpet. Trump extended lavish honors to the authoritarian leader despite regularly criticizing democratic allies like Canada and France.

After the White House banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, major television networks boycotted the presidential press pool in protest. Although a federal judge ordered access restored, the administration continues to bar excluded reporters from events.

Senator Mitch McConnell declined to answer verbal questions from reporter Desiree Townsend, offering only a wave and a peace sign during a recent encounter. The incident calls into question the senior senator’s ability to fulfill his official duties.

Senior White House official Peter Navarro publicly questioned whether Trump administration officials should continue appearing on Fox News. Navarro accused the network of betraying the administration, particularly following the departure of host Maria Bartiromo.

Republican Senator John Kennedy publicly acknowledged that Congress has failed to address cost-of-living issues despite controlling both chambers. Some local party leaders appear to be relying on reducing polling places rather than persuading swing voters.

Finally, Melania Trump claimed in a Fox Business interview that Donald Trump works continuously from morning until evening with high energy levels. Host Taylor Riggs suggested working mothers relate to the first lady balancing family duties with state dinner preparations.

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Addressing the United Nations General Assembly, Donald Trump advocated for rebranding artificial intelligence to “superintelligence” while highlighting his domestic agenda. Turning to foreign policy, Trump openly questioned whether to annihilate Iran or “drive them into hell.”

Donald Trump hosted a meeting with world leaders in New York where he wandered through subjects including the 2024 election and the Iran war. Trump issued threats that he could attack Iran so fast that heads would spin.

Marco Rubio appeared on television to defend rising fuel costs as national average diesel prices reach a record $6.52. Rubio argued that prices would have soared to $18 under different leadership without offering any supporting evidence.

Mitch McConnell recently returned to the Capitol following a fall, hospitalization, and three-month recovery period to vote on critical legislation. This week, news cameras captured an aide holding an umbrella over Mitch McConnell as he remained silent when reporters asked if he is fit to work.

Donald Trump attended a public meeting in New York and repeatedly asked where Marco Rubio was while the Rubio was sitting inches away. After Rubio raised a hand to point out his location, Trump joked about leaving him in Cuba from an aircraft carrier.

Donald Trump attacked reporter Kaitlan Collins on social media after she appeared at the United Nations General Assembly for CNN. The president called press coverage treasonous and criticized federal judge Timothy Kelly for presiding over an ongoing media access lawsuit.

Donald Trump posted a long statement responding to First Amendment lawsuits filed by major news outlets regarding White House credentials. The president openly argues that press organizations reporting negative news should be denied entry because critical stories damage national security.

Finally, a bipartisan survey conducted in part by Donald Trump’s longtime pollster revealed a shift in voter sentiment within Alaska. The findings indicate growing concern over economic issues, placing a traditionally secure state into a competitive midterm race.

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A new American Research Group poll shows Donald Trump’s approval rating dropping to 29%, continuing a steady monthly decline. His approval on the economy sits at just 26%, and 72% of respondents say the economy is getting worse.

Donald Trump met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at Gracie Mansion, where Mamdani praised Trump’s history as a builder and Trump called him a great mayor with great potential. The friendly exchange stood in contrast to Trump’s earlier attacks on Mamdani during the mayoral campaign.

Tulsi Gabbard endorsed Donald Trump in 2024, predicting he would stop censorship and avoid war, then became his Director of National Intelligence before eventually leaving the administration. Since then, Trump has banned news outlets from the White House and publicly discussed destroying Iran.

Trump adviser Peter Navarro said journalists reporting that the Iran war is going badly are being treasonous. Reporters covering American casualties and economic fallout from the war are facing growing pressure from the administration.

A House Ethics complaint accuses Lauren Boebert of having relationships with three congressional staffers under her supervision and arranging a $200,000 payment to prevent one from filing her own complaint. Boebert and the named staffer both deny the allegations, and no formal investigation has been announced.

Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico openly discusses his Christian theology background while running against Republican Ken Paxton in Texas. There are questions about whether Republicans’ historically strong support among evangelical voters could gradually erode.

Donald Trump’s White House event was nearly inaudible on television after ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox News joined CNN in suspending press pool coverage. The networks acted after Trump banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House over their reporting.

Finally, Fox News Media joined four other networks in suspending television pool coverage of Donald Trump after he banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. The networks said in a joint statement that an administration should not restrict news organizations because it objects to their reporting.

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Six officials told the Washington Post that at least 22 to 23 American service members have died since the Iran war began, compared with the 18 fatalities the Pentagon’s public database lists. The Pentagon declined to explain the discrepancy, and Pete Hegseth called the report a complete lie.

Donald Trump told Fox News he is weighing whether to blow up the entire nation of Iran as his administration decides its next steps in the ongoing war. He said he is in deciding mode and that very big things are coming soon, without specifying what actions he is considering.

Donald Trump appeared to close his eyes and doze off during an Oval Office event, marking a recurring pattern at his public appearances. Reporters should directly ask Trump about the episodes given his history of criticizing Joe Biden’s stamina and alertness.

Donald Trump said he will demand drug companies split certain childhood vaccines into five separate doses given six months apart, claiming this would massively reduce autism rates. He offered no supporting evidence, and the World Health Organization has found no causal link between vaccines and autism.

Donald Trump posted graphics touting record household income and a record-low poverty rate, both accurate figures from 2025, while labeling them as results of his own policies. The charts omit more recent 2026 data showing gasoline and grocery prices continuing to rise.

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett claimed inflation is way down after noticing cheaper hamburger while grocery shopping, despite government data showing consumer prices still rising 3.4% annually. He also dismissed a Fox News poll showing most voters see grocery and gas prices as major problems.

AI-generated actress Tilly Norwood suddenly began speaking Cantonese while being interviewed on Piers Morgan’s show about her new film. Increasingly more convincing AI content is making it harder to distinguish real people from artificial ones.

Finally, a clinical and forensic psychologist reviewed public video of Mitch McConnell’s return to the Senate and said his reactions suggest he may not fully comprehend his surroundings or votes. The analysis is not a medical diagnosis, but it raises questions about whether McConnell is independently making decisions.

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Republican Representative María Elvira Salazar released a campaign video outside the White House criticizing Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. Meanwhile, other Republican politicians are skipping events with JD Vance or voting with Democrats to limit military action against Iran.

President Donald Trump spoke about the extraordinary power of the presidency during an event focused on hunting and fishing. During his remarks, he joked about banning fishing and recounted a story about choosing electrocution over sharks.

Dr. Nicole Saphier testified before a Senate committee during her confirmation process for surgeon general. Under questioning from Senator Bill Cassidy, she stated that childhood vaccines do not cause autism and supported universal hepatitis B vaccination.

Podcast host Joe Rogan criticized the Trump administration regarding government power and military involvement in Iran. Although Rogan endorsed Donald Trump prior to the 2024 election, he publicly questioned whether the administration is fulfilling its campaign promises.

A federal court determined that adding inscriptions or renaming areas of the Kennedy Center requires congressional approval. Following the ruling, Donald Trump joined a board conference call where participants reported heated exchanges regarding the facility’s future.

Finally, FBI Director Kash Patel addressed questions about his schedule during a television appearance, stating he had taken four days off. The accuracy of this claim depends on how Patel’s official travel, personal time, and work responsibilities have been categorized during his tenure.

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The Federal Reserve unanimously raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time in more than three years, citing inflation that remains too high. Chairman Kevin Warsh, whom Donald Trump personally appointed, said he had no response when asked about Trump’s repeated demands for lower rates.

Polling averages now show Democrat James Talarico leading Trump-backed Republican Ken Paxton by nearly three points in the Texas Senate race. The shift is notable because Texas Republicans have historically won statewide Senate races by wide margins.

New video shows Mitch McConnell appearing unresponsive when spoken to before eventually giving a thumbs up, and he needed prompting from aides to cast a vote on the farm bill. The moment follows his return to the Senate after a three-month absence caused by a fall and pneumonia.

Donald Trump campaigned in Gastonia, North Carolina, telling supporters that soaring gas prices are a very inexpensive price to pay for the war with Iran. He also renewed his promise of $5,000 dividend checks if Republicans keep Congress and asked voters to pretend he is on the ballot again.

Donald Trump threatened to cut off trade with Europe if Canada grows closer to the European Union, while declining to explain evidence behind his claim that Democrats were involved in the Butler assassination attempt. He also blamed the Federal Reserve’s rate hike on a desire to make him look bad.

JD Vance asked voters to give Republicans another chance in the midterms, even though Republicans currently control both Congress and the presidency. Vance cited SNAP and immigration policy as accomplishments, though estimates show over 1.5 million children have lost SNAP benefits under Trump.

Finally, Aaron Ford, Nevada Attorney General and Democratic nominee for Governor of Nevada, joins us to discuss the campaign.

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A massive surge in American diesel fuel costs threatens to drive up the price of everyday consumer goods. Even maximum refinery output in the United States cannot prevent these costs from spilling over into groceries, home heating, and shipping.

A widely circulated photograph appearing to show Donald Trump kissing his aide Natalie Harp on a golf course has sparked intense debate online. Forensic analysis confirmed that a high-resolution version of the photo was artificially created using AI tools.

Seven House Republicans joined all voting Democrats to pass a resolution aimed at restricting executive war powers in Iran. This bipartisan vote reflects growing friction over foreign intervention within the party.

A federal judge blocked efforts by the Kennedy Center board to attach Donald Trump’s name to the building facade or add custom dedication inscriptions without congressional approval. In response, Trump threatened to halt a planned $257 million renovation project until higher courts rule on his appeal.

Donald Trump published a series of social media statements attacking conservative Supreme Court justices. His posts also accused the FBI of suppressing evidence and claimed without proof that a political conspiracy orchestrated the Butler assassination attempt.

Finally, Hunter Biden, son of former President Joe Biden, joins us to discuss the right’s obsession with him, the laptop scandal, and his new crypto project.

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Donald Trump sought emergency intervention from the Supreme Court to mandate specialized barcodes and voter data requirements on mail ballots. The court rejected the administration’s request, keeping existing mail-in voting procedures in place for the 2026 midterm elections.

Mitch McConnell reappeared at the Capitol using a wheelchair following months of hospitalization, a fall, and pneumonia. Aides transported the 84-year-old senator from his home into a van and onto the Senate floor.

Gavin Newsom publicly announced that he would refrain from entering the 2028 Democratic presidential primary if Kamala Harris decides to run. Newsom cited concerns over splitting shared donor and voter bases as his primary reasoning.

Donald Trump continues to claim firefighters physically carried him away from a collapsing building following the September 11 attacks. Fact-checkers found no public evidence supporting his presence at the site during that time frame or his employment of construction crews there.

Donald Trump published a social media post assuring American adults that they will receive $5,000 dividend checks from accrued tariff revenue. The proposal lacks congressional approval and realistic funding, as federal tariff revenues do not total the required funds.

JD Vance suggested that future presidential administrations should actively investigate federal program fraud regardless of political affiliation. The remarks came as the Justice Department declined hundreds of procurement fraud cases to focus on immigration enforcement.

JD Vance spoke at a MAGA rally before numerous empty seats and talked about sending Democrats packing in Novemeber, even though Democrats don’t currently hold power. Vance then resorted to recycled culture-war talking points and bad jokes.

Finally, Donald Trump addressed questions about AI safety by suggesting a simple gear mechanism could halt rogue technology. He subsequently published a social media post labeling concerns about humanity’s destruction from advanced systems as an outright hoax.

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Democrats currently hold a 6-point generic ballot lead and have an 85% chance to win the House while the Senate is in toss-up territory. Donald Trump faces the potential loss of congressional committee control, subpoena power, and his judicial confirmation pipeline if voters mobilize effectively over the next two months.

Donald Trump publicly declined to endorse JD Vance for the 2028 presidential nomination to preserve his own political leverage. This way, Trump keeps potential contenders like Marco Rubio and Ron DeSantis competing for his favor while avoiding becoming a premature lame-duck figure in his own party.

Donald Trump slurred his words during an interview in Ireland while promising $5,000 checks and threatening to halt trade over interest rates. He gave confusing justifications for delaying the checks until after the midterms while making an absolute guarantee that the payments will happen.

Donald Trump appeared to fall asleep during the reading of victim names at a September 11 memorial service. The moment follows years of Trump criticizing political rivals, including Joe Biden, over their age, stamina, and behavior during solemn national events.

Donald Trump is facing multiple scandals including the potential bankruptcy of the Kennedy Center and a Russian oligarch funding his son’s wedding. Trump has also overseen EPA rollbacks and federal public health communication failures during a massive Cyclospora outbreak.

Donald Trump gave an evasive answer when questioned about his personal AI usage. He claimed he relied on the technology while shutting down follow-ups with, “I don’t want to tell you that.”

Donald Trump has a habit of tapping his right leg with a stiff arm while carefully navigating stairs. This has prompted speculation about potential underlying neurological issues.

Finally, David discovered an AI channel using a synthetic clone of his voice to narrate political content under the fictional persona Daniel Carter. This serves as a warning against the rising dangers of synthetic deepfakes.

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