A New York psychotherapist called the No Kings protests “bad group therapy.” The rallies return this weekend, and the contest between politics and personal grievance keeps getting louder.
Rubio Slams Zelenskyy Over ‘Security Guarantees’ Claim
Senator Marco Rubio called out Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for claiming the U.S. tied security guarantees to a territorial withdrawal from Donbas. Rubio said that claim is false and explained what Washington actually told Kyiv about any future guarantees.
Minnesota Files Suit Over Shootings Tied to ICE
Minnesota has sued the federal government seeking evidence after several deadly and violent encounters involving ICE agents. Governor Tim Walz says he is teaming with activist groups and international bodies to investigate, while the Biden administration resists releasing names and files.
White House Shares Cryptic Social Media Message
The White House posted then deleted a short, mysterious video on X and followed up with several pixelated images. Observers heard a voice saying “It’s launching soon, right?” and the FCC even replied with its own pixelated image. No official explanation has been given.
Olympics Enforces Rule Excluding Men From Women’s Events
The International Olympic Committee adopted a new policy requiring lifetime genetic screening to keep biological males out of women’s events, a change the IOC says is science based and will take effect at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The move drew praise from conservatives and pushback from activists.
U.S. Wants Ukraine to Relinquish Donbas as First Condition
New reporting says Washington will only finalize security guarantees for Ukraine if Kyiv withdraws from the Donbas. President Donald Trump is said to be pressing for a quicker end to the fighting as U.S. attention shifts to the Middle East. Kyiv calls the proposal unacceptable and warns of long term risks to European security.
Trump Strays From Script, Publicly Challenges Democrats
At an NRCC dinner, President Donald Trump dropped the teleprompter and blasted Democrats for sitting silent during heroic recognitions at the State of the Union. He praised Medal of Honor recipients and a grieving mother and argued the Democrats showed no heart while Republicans stood and cheered.
Pelosi Erupts at Jan. 6 Plaque Unveiling
At a Capitol ceremony honoring officers, Speaker Nancy Pelosi launched into a long, rambling attack on President Donald Trump and repeated claims about January 6 that conflict with records and testimony. New footage and reporting raise questions about security decisions made before the riot.
U.S. Military Readies 3,000 Airborne Troops for Middle East Mission
Reports say the Pentagon is preparing to send the 82nd Airborne and a brigade of about 3,000 troops to the Middle East as U.S. forces respond to ongoing strikes and threats from Iran. Officials stress no decision has been made to invade Iran, but the move raises questions about escalation and strategy.
Democrat Wins Mar-a-Lago State Seat in Upset
In a surprise special election, Democrat Emily Gregory won Florida State House District 87, the district that includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago. Republican Jon Maples had President Trump’s endorsement but fell short as Gregory took the seat 51 to 49 percent.