Today’s Big Story…

President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, fielding a wide range of questions from reporters. Netanyahu was largely quiet during the Oval Office exchange, with Trump dominating the conversation. The meeting covered tensions over trade, Iran policy, and regional security dynamics, as well as a new ceasefire deal in the works between Israel and Hamas to seek the release of the remaining hostages held in Gaza.

More specifically, Trump announced that the U.S. would begin direct high-level talks with Iran this week over its nuclear weapons program. Trump warned Iran would be “in great danger” if negotiations fail, while Netanyahu pushed for U.S. approval of a military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Netanyahu also voiced concern over Turkey’s radical Islamic influence, reiterated that Iran should abandon its nuclear ambitions, and urged Trump to lift newly imposed 17 percent tariffs on Israeli goods.

Trump appeared open to linking U.S. military aid to Israel—which is $4 billion annually—to progress in trade talks. Netanyahu pledged to reduce Israel’s trade deficit with the U.S. and remove barriers to avoid further tariffs. Despite this, Trump said he wouldn’t pause the tariffs and threatened to increase tariffs on China.

Another Big Story…

According to Antonio Gracias, head of DOGE’s border team, massive amounts of illegal aliens are claiming billions in U.S. benefits, including Medicaid.

He reported that about 1.3 million non-citizens are currently enrolled in Medicaid, costing an estimated $6.5 billion. The number had previously surged from 400,000 in 2021 to over two million by 2024.

The revelation followed an investigation by Gracias and his team into the sharp rise in non-citizens receiving Social Security numbers. While some are legal immigrants on visas and green cards who pay taxes, many are illegal aliens receiving maximum benefits with minimal repayment.

Gracias blamed the Biden administration’s open border policies and expansive asylum programs for the surge in illegal crossings, noting that many illegals were released with court dates set up to six years out under Notices to Appear (NTAs). He said Social Security numbers were issued to asylum seekers with little vetting—many lacked proper ID, and 23% had no fingerprint records whatsoever.

My Thoughts…

I’m glad to hear Trump is keeping the tariffs in place. While Israel touts the claim to be our greatest ally, we give them billions every year — way more so than other countries, with the exception of Ukraine. And yet, they had insane tariff percentages placed on the U.S. Trump’s Liberation Day tactic is a wake-up call to many: labeling yourself as a U.S. ally but not treating us as such will come with consequences. Just ask Canada.

Also glad to see DOGE continues to shine a spotlight on the corruption plaguing U.S. agencies. Why is Medicaid access permitted to illegal aliens? We really need DOGE now more than ever. Even if their cancellations aren’t approved, they’re putting the hidden abuse on full display to the public. Let’s keep it going!

The Administration…

• Iran-backed militias are considering disarmament to avoid provoking President Trump. Groups like Kataib Hezbollah and Nujabaa are feeling the pressure from heightened U.S. warnings and are weighing withdrawal to reduce tensions. Militias have evacuated bases in cities such as Mosul and Anbar.

• Trump threatened a 50% tariff hike on China unless it drops its 34% retaliatory duties on U.S. imports. In a Truth Social post, he gave Beijing until Tuesday (today) to comply or face canceled trade talks.

• EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc has proposed a “zero-for-zero tariff” deal on industrial goods to avoid a trade war with the U.S. While criticizing Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, she and other EU leaders signaled openness to negotiations as market pressure mounts.

• U.S. buyers are halting orders from Bangladesh after Trump imposed steep new tariffs, raising duties on cotton products from 16% to 37%. Bangladesh, the world’s second-largest garment producer, relies on textiles for 80% of its exports.

• Homeland Security confirmed that DOGE helped the U.S. Coast Guard save $32.7 million by cutting the ineffective Logistics Information Management System (CG-LIMS).

• In a major victory for Trump, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that it can use the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport illegal aliens linked to Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang. The decision overturns a prior order by Judge Boasberg, who had forced two deportation flights to return to the U.S. Justice Amy Coney Barrett joining the three liberal justices in dissent.

• Additionally, Chief Justice Roberts temporarily blocked a judge’s order requiring the U.S. to return a deported Salvadoran national. He issued an “administrative stay” to allow the Supreme Court time to review the case.

• Five Minnesota sheriff’s offices—Cass, Crow Wing, Freeborn, Itasca, and Jackson—have signed 287(g) agreements with ICE, allowing them to assist in immigration enforcement. The move contrasts with the state’s broader sanctuary policies and aligns with Trump-era immigration priorities.

• Comedian Bill Maher, long a critic of President Trump, praised the president on his podcast for having a unique appeal that most politicians lack. Maher recently met with Trump at the White House.

• Trump doubled down on a full endorsement of former New Hampshire governor Chris Sununu, who has been mulling a run for the Senate in 2026, stating he recently visited the Oval Office.

• The Jackson Magnolia, the oldest tree on White House grounds and believed to have been planted by Andrew Jackson, was removed by the National Park Service. Despite years of efforts, including support cables and a steel pole, the tree had been in irreversible poor condition.

• Trump hosted the 2024 World Series champions — the Los Angeles Dodgers — at the White House.

• President Trump’s job approval rose from 49% to 53%, according to a poll of 1,000 voters. Notably, his approval among voters aged 18–29 jumped 13 points since March.

• Trump has announced a proposed defense budget of $1 trillion, marking the largest in U.S. history. This budget represents a significant increase from the current $850 billion defense budget.

• The Trump administration is reportedly considering the use of drone strikes against drug cartels in Mexico. These discussions are in early stages and involve targeting cartel leaders and logistics networks. There is a possibility of cooperation with Mexico, though no final decisions have been made.

• Trump has criticized Australia's restrictions on American beef imports, highlighting a significant trade imbalance where Australia exports billions of dollars worth of beef to the United States while American beef faces barriers in the Australian market.

• Stock futures are pointing to a higher opening, and a good day on Wall St.

Vice President…

JD Vance celebrated his mother, Beverly Aikins, at the White House, honoring her 10 years of sobriety. Surrounded by friends and family in the Roosevelt Room, she was applauded and given a medallion. Vance has spoken publicly about her past heroin addiction in his memoir Hillbilly Elegy and during the 2024 vice-presidential debate.

Congress…

The Resistance…

1. In response to President Trump’s tariffs, China is tightening export controls on rare earth minerals—critical for electronics and batteries. While pledging to maintain global supply, China said it will restrict U.S. access. As the dominant producer, China supplies about 60% of raw rare earths and controls nearly 90% of global processing.

2. A new book claims Kamala Harris’s former communications director, Jamal Simmons, created a “death-pool roster” of GOP-appointed judges who could swear her in if President Biden suddenly died.

3. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy slammed President Trump after losing $20 million in stocks and crypto due to Trump’s sweeping tariffs. On his “Davey Day Trader” livestream, Portnoy dubbed the market crash “Orange Monday.”

4. At a “Hands Off!” anti-Trump rally in D.C., activist Greisa Martinez Rosas declared, “I am an immigrant, undocumented, unafraid, queer, and unashamed,” sparking backlash from critics demanding her deportation. Rosas, head of United We Dream, spoke out against Trump’s policies.

In Other News…

1. Conspiracy theories are forming over the murder of high schooler Austin Metcalf. Read more…

2. Colossal Biosciences, a Dallas biotech firm, announced it has engineered three dire wolf pups—Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi—using ancient DNA and CRISPR technology. Learn more…

3. A Columbia University study published in Nature Metabolism links higher intake of spermidine—a nutrient found in aged cheese, mushrooms, soy, legumes, corn, and whole grains—to longer life. Details here…

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