Before you brew your first cup of coffee and daydream about the weekend in your work meeting, here are 10 things to keep you in the know to make you more informed than any of your friends.
1. Trump Heads to China for Joint Summit with Xi
President Donald Trump is on his way to China for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping as tensions continue to grow with conflicts over Ukraine, Iran, Taiwan and the trade war. Trump is preparing to pressure the Chinese government over its economic and political support over Iran and Russia while pushing for a stronger trade agreement in hopes to bring greater protections to American industries.
2. Hegseth Defends Iran Strategy on Capitol Hill
War Secretary Pete Hegseth defended American military actions and strategies in Iran during another heated congressional hearing yesterday. Hegseth insists that the United States has "control" over the Strait of Hormuz and its shipping route. He addressed sharp criticism with bipartisan concern as the Pentagon's cost of war skyrocketed towards $1.5 trillion.
3. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Resigns Amid Tension
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary has resigned after months of rising tension inside the Trump administration and battles over public health policies. Makary was chosen by President Trump to help restore "common sense" and transparency within the nation's top health agency. This tenure as commissioner had been flawed with disagreements with vape approvals, abortion pill policies and agency managements.
4. Patel Clashes with Dem Senator During Hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel traded jabs with Sen. Chris Van Hollen during a Senate hearing when Dems hammered Patel with questions over alleged excessive drinking and misconduct. Patel denied the accusations and labeled the senator as a hypocrite over his controversial role in the Kilmar Abrego Garcia deportation case.
5. Senate Confirms Warsh to Fed Governor
The United States has voted to confirm Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, making another major step for Warsh to replace current chairman Jerome Powell. During his confirmation, Wash pleaded to keep the reserve focused on its mission rather than being pushed by political agendas.
6. Trump Expects to Name David Venturella as ICE Director
President Trump is planning to name longtime ICE veteran David Venturella as the newest acting director of ICE. This leadership change comes amid former ICE Director Todd Lyons stepping down later this year. Venturella faces criticism over his ties with private detention operations that's been fueled by the left.
7. Security Breach Led to Deadly Denver Airport Incident
New details have revealed a man breached security at Denver International Airport that led to the individual being killed by a departing Frontier Airlines jet. The 41-year-old scaled the perimeter fence before walking ont the runway which directly landed him in the path of the aircraft, with officials ruling the death a suicide.
8. UK Prime Minister Rejects Calls to Resign
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected calls to resign despite the growing backlash growing inside his own Labour Party after major election losses.Starmer has insisted he will continue governing despite many lawmakers questioning his leadership that cost many local council seats across the United Kingdom.
9. Federal Charges Files in Deadly Key Bridge Collapse
Federal prosecutors have filed criminal charges against the operators of the ship that caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, which led to six deaths and billions of dollars in damages. The DOJ accused the Singapore-based Synergy Marine Group of safety violations, falsifying inspection records and manipulating investigators after the disaster.
10. Inflation Surges with Iran Conflict Growing
The U.S. economy is facing new pressure as inflation and gas prices continue to rise, largely because of the instability of the Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz. Energy costs have tied itself to growing inflation and the scaling price at the pump
