• 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.

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.

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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.