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REPUBLICANS HATE TRUMP’S IRAN ‘CEASEFIRE’—BUT ONLY OFF THE RECORD

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✍️ The article criticizes congressional Republicans for defending President Trump's Iran policy, despite its failures and lack of success.

👉 Congressional Republicans are defending President Trump's Iran policy despite its failures. 👉 The ceasefire deal leaves Iran stronger than it was before the war began. 👉 Many Republican lawmakers are only willing to criticize the deal anonymously. 👉 Sen. Lindsey Graham and Rep. Derrick Van Orden praised Trump's efforts, but expressed concerns about the deal's limitations.

-- #DonaldTrump #LindseyGraham #DerrickVanOrden #JonathanMartin #Iran #Tehran #SouthCarolina #Wisconsin #politics

FLORIDA TOUGHENS MEASURES AGAINST MIGRANTS: WHICH LAWS COULD COME INTO EFFECT IN 2026

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✍️ The annual legislative session in Florida has begun, with Governor Ron DeSantis planning to push a package of measures to strengthen restrictions on the migrant community.

👉 Economic sanctions for employers who ignore the status of their workers 👉 Denial of admission to public universities for migrants without legal status 👉 Suspension of commercial license for employers who do not use E-Verify 👉 Prohibition of translators or interpreters in license procedures 👉 Denial of bank loans to migrants in the US illegally

-- #RonDeSantis #JonathanMartin #BernyJacques #JasonPizzo #ErinGrall #JennaPersons-Mulicka #DanaTrabulsy #Florida #politics

POLITICO TOUTS GAVIN NEWSOM AS 2028 ‘FRONTRUNNER’ BUT THE DATA TELLS A DIFFERENT STORY

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✍️ California Governor Gavin Newsom is being touted as a potential Democrat contender for the 2028 presidential race, but emerging party data suggests a disconnect between media enthusiasm and actual impact on the ground.

👉 Gavin Newsom is being considered as a potential Democrat contender for the 2028 presidential race 👉 Internal party data suggests a disconnect between media enthusiasm and actual impact on the ground 👉 Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's ad promoting Proposition 50 was the most effective message tested 👉 Proposition 50 allows the Democrat-controlled legislature to redraw congressional districts mid-decade

-- #GavinNewsom #JonathanMartin #JimmyCarter #BillClinton #BarackObama #AlexandriaOcasio-Cortez #DavidTangipa #CorrinRankin #MikeColumbo #PeteButtigieg #JDVance #KamalaHarris #California #Washington #NewYork #politics

NEW DC PUNDIT RULE: DEMS OWN DEFEAT, BUT NOT VICTORY

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✍️ The article discusses the phenomenon of Democrats being blamed for Republican policy choices and the lack of credit given to Democratic candidates for their electoral successes.

👉 Murc's Law: the assumption that only Democrats have agency in American politics 👉 Democratic electoral successes are often not credited to the party's candidates and their policy choices 👉 The political culture's inability to believe that Democrats can have popular ideas and values

-- #AmandaMarcotte #JonathanMartin #AbigailSpanberger #MikieSherrill #DonaldTrump #BarackObama #MittRomney #JoeBiden #KamalaHarris #SteveM. #Virginia #NewJersey #NewYork #politics

GRAHAM PLATNER IS A DISASTER. DEMOCRATS NEED MORE CANDIDATES LIKE HIM.

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✍️ Democratic leaders are facing criticism for backing flawed candidates, but a recent example in Maine suggests that taking risks on inexperienced candidates can also lead to failure.

👉 The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee backed Janet Mills, a 77-year-old governor, over a novice candidate with a Nazi tattoo. 👉 The party's tendency to back flawed candidates has been criticized. 👉 The failure of Graham Platner, a military veteran and oyster farmer, to win the Democratic nomination in Maine has raised questions about the party's vetting process. 👉 Experience can be an advantage, but it's not a guarantee of success. 👉 Taking risks on inexperienced candidates can also lead to failure.

-- #GrahamPlatner #JanetMills #JonathanMartin #ChuckSchumer #AmyMcGrath #StaceyAbrams #BetoO'Rourke #SaraGideon #BarackObama #ZohranMamdani #Maine #politics

ADDITIONAL DEVASTATING INFO ON DEM SENATE CANDIDATE WHO WAS CAUGHT WITH A NAZI TATTOO STILL TO COME: REPORT

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✍️ Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing backlash over his past social media posts and a tattoo resembling a Nazi skull and crossbones.

👉 Platner's campaign has been plagued by controversy 👉 He has faced backlash over his past social media posts 👉 A tattoo resembling a Nazi skull and crossbones has sparked outrage 👉 Platner has been criticized for his past comments about police officers 👉 He has been called out for his views on gun ownership

-- #GrahamPlatner #BernieSanders #JonathanMartin #JordanWood #KaivanShroff #Maine #Washington,D.C. #politics

WELKER SHOCKED ILLEGAL ALIENS AFFECT JOBS NUMBERS (AND OTHER MEET THE PRESS QUESTIONS)

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✍️ The article is a transcript of an episode of Meet the Press, featuring an interview with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Maryland Governor Wes Moore, discussing the economy, tariffs, and other political issues.

👉 Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defends the administration's tariff policy 👉 Maryland Governor Wes Moore expresses skepticism about the tariff policy 👉 The conversation focuses on the economy, tariffs, and other political issues 👉 The potential for a government shutdown is discussed 👉 The midterms are mentioned as a key upcoming event

-- #ScottBessent #WesMoore #KevinHassett #MarkZandi #JeromePowell #RobertF.KennedyJr. #CoryBooker #ChrisMurphy #JehJohnson #StephenHayes #YamicheAlcindor #JonathanMartin #SteveKornacki #WashingtonD.C. #Maryland #Illinois #Iowa #Russia #Kyiv #Chicago #Baltimore #politics

JUSTIN OKORONKWO REMINDS CLAYTON WHITE OF ONE FORMER SOUTH CAROLINA LINEBACKER

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✍️ South Carolina linebacker Justin Okoronkwo made a strong impression in the season opener against Virginia Tech, making four tackles, including one for a loss, and earning praise from defensive coordinator Clayton White.

👉 Okoronkwo made four total tackles, including one for a loss, against Virginia Tech 👉 He earned praise from defensive coordinator Clayton White for his intelligence and physicality 👉 Okoronkwo's tackle for loss came at a crucial point in the second quarter and helped stall Virginia Tech's offense 👉 He also played on special teams and has been waiting for his opportunity to make an impact

-- #JustinOkoronkwo #ClaytonWhite #DeboWilliams #JonathanMartin #LouHoltz #VirginiaTech #SouthCarolina #Alabama #Delaware #EasternIllinois #sports

WILL DEMOCRATS BLINK ONCE AGAIN IN THE LOOMING SHUTDOWN STANDOFF?

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✍️ The article discusses the possibility of another government shutdown in the United States, with Democrats and Republicans at odds over funding levels and the president's use of executive power.

👉 The government is facing another potential shutdown due to disagreements over funding levels. 👉 Democrats have failed to effectively negotiate with Republicans in the past. 👉 The president has used executive power to try to usurp Congress's authority. 👉 Democrats should take a stronger stance and use the shutdown as an opportunity to define the debate on their own terms. 👉 The shutdown could be used as a chance to address other important issues, such as healthcare and the economy.

-- #ChuckSchumer #CoryBooker #RussellVought #DonaldTrump #HakeemJeffries #JonathanMartin #BrianBeutler #EdKilgore #politics

A LOOK AT CONGRESS' DECISION TO CEDE THE 'POWER OF THE PURSE' TO PRESIDENT TRUMP

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✍️ NPR's Steve Inskeep discusses with Politico's Jonathan Martin the issue of Congress giving up its authority to control government spending to President Trump.

👉 Congress is giving up its authority to control government spending to President Trump 👉 This shift in power has significant implications for the country's budget and the president's ability to implement his policies 👉 The potential consequences of this power transfer include increased government spending and the erosion of congressional oversight

-- #SteveInskeep #JonathanMartin #politics

THIS IS A CAUTIONARY TALE

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✍️ The article discusses the current state of the Republican party, stating that they are feeling humiliated by Donald Trump's presidency and lack the courage to take action against him.

👉 The Republican party is feeling humiliated by Donald Trump's presidency 👉 They lack the courage to take action against him 👉 The party is in a state of servitude to Trump 👉 Their fear and embarrassment prevent them from taking action 👉 This is not a sign of power, but rather emasculation

-- #AdamFrisch #DonaldJohnTrump #JonathanMartin #politics

ELON MUSK MAY ACTUALLY HAVE SCREWED HIMSELF IN WISCONSIN ELECTION

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✍️ Elon Musk's attempt to buy a seat on Wisconsin's Supreme Court failed, with Judge Susan Crawford securing 55% of the vote and Musk-backed Judge Brad Schimel receiving 45%

👉 Musk-backed Judge Brad Schimel received 45% of the vote, while Judge Susan Crawford secured 55% 👉 Musk poured over $20 million into the election, including $4.3 million into canvassing efforts 👉 Musk's personal appearance in Wisconsin and cash rewards for canvassing efforts were seen as self-defeating 👉 The election was seen as a test of the court's ideological lean, with Crawford backed by Democrats and Schimel backed by Republicans

-- #ElonMusk #SusanCrawford #BradSchimel #JonathanMartin #DonaldTrump #JonFavreau #Wisconsin #Minnesota #politics

FLORIDA CONSIDERS DITCHING PROPERTY TAXES AS THE COST OF HOME OWNERSHIP SOARS

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✍️ Florida lawmakers are considering eliminating property taxes, which could make homeownership more affordable, but would also require significant changes to the state's tax system.

👉 Florida lawmakers are considering eliminating property taxes 👉 Property taxes help pay for state services such as schools, safety, and open space maintenance 👉 Eliminating property taxes would require significant changes to the state's tax system 👉 The state would need to find alternative sources of revenue, such as increasing sales taxes 👉 Some argue that this would make the state more reliant on sales taxes, while others believe it would make homeownership easier to afford

-- #RonDeSantis #JonathanMartin #JeffBezos #FrankCerabino #JohnTillman #DonGaetz #Florida #politics

FEDERAL WORKERS CAN DEFEAT ELON MUSK’S COUP. HERE’S HOW.

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✍️ Elon Musk's power grab at federal agencies is vulnerable to public pressure, and federal workers and their unions can take advantage of this to stop his plans.

👉 Federal workers and their unions can take advantage of public pressure to stop Elon Musk's power grab. 👉 Musk's plan is illegal and unlikely to be stopped by the Republican congress or the courts. 👉 Public pressure can make a difference in stopping Musk's plan. 👉 Federal workers can organize and take collective action to drive home the truth about the importance of their services and the danger of Musk's cuts.

-- #ElonMusk #DonaldTrump #JonathanMartin #Washington,DC #politics

THE GOP IS TREATING MUSK LIKE HE’S IN CHARGE

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✍️ Elon Musk's tantrum on social media swayed events in Congress, causing a government shutdown to be averted, and solidifying his influence over American politics.

👉 Elon Musk's social media tantrum caused a government shutdown to be averted 👉 Musk's threats caused panic among congressional Republicans 👉 The episode highlights the power of social media in shaping political outcomes 👉 The potential for unelected billionaires to influence government decisions

-- #ElonMusk #AndrewHarnik #DonaldTrump #MikeJohnson #VivekRamaswamy #J.D.Vance #RussellBerman #JonathanMartin #LuigiMangione #FaniWillis #DominiquePelicot #EllenCushing #RoyShvartzapel #EllaBaxter #StephanieBai #Washington,D.C. #Georgia #politics

BEDINGFIELD: PARDONS FOR TRUMP ENEMIES LIST 'ABSOLUTELY A SERIOUS PROCESS' FOR BIDEN

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✍️ Kate Bedingfield, former Biden communications director, confirmed that the Biden administration is considering preemptive pardons for public officials who may be targeted by President-elect Donald Trump.

👉 The Biden administration is considering preemptive pardons for public officials who may be targeted by President-elect Donald Trump. 👉 Kate Bedingfield, former Biden communications director, confirmed the process is underway. 👉 Representative James Clyburn shared his list of individuals who should be pardoned, including Jack Smith and Liz Cheney.

-- #KateBedingfield #JoeBiden #DonaldTrump #JackSmith #LizCheney #JamesClyburn #KasieHunt #JonathanMartin #PamKey #politics

REPORT: HUNTER'S PARDON JEOPARDIZES FUNDING FOR JOE BIDEN'S FUTURE PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY

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✍️ President Joe Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden has infuriated some Democrats, who are threatening to withhold donations to the president's future presidential library.

👉 President Joe Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden has caused controversy among Democrats 👉 Some Democrats are threatening to withhold donations to the president's future presidential library 👉 The pardon has received mixed reactions among Democrats, with some feeling betrayed by the president's decision

-- #JoeBiden #HunterBiden #JimVandeHei #MikeAllen #KarineJean-Pierre #WendellHusebo #JonathanMartin #politics

PARDON ME, BUT THIS IS BULLSHIT

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✍️ White House officials are considering granting blanket pardons to individuals who have committed no crimes, sparking concerns about impropriety and fueling criticism from the right.

👉 White House officials are considering granting blanket pardons to individuals who have committed no crimes 👉 Dr. Anthony Fauci is mentioned as a potential recipient of a pardon 👉 The move is seen as a way to preemptively pardon individuals who may be targeted by future investigations 👉 Critics argue that the move could suggest impropriety and fuel criticism from the right

-- #AnthonyFauci #JonathanMartin #politics

THERE ARE SOME GIANT HOLES IN ONE POPULAR EXPLANATION FOR WHY KAMALA HARRIS LOST https://compote.slate.com/images/baf8242c-ab9f-4811-b783-63760f00711d.jpeg?crop=1560%2C1040%2Cx0%2Cy0

✍️ The article discusses the idea that Democrats have lost working-class men, particularly white and Latino men without college degrees, due to the party's perceived elitism and use of social justice jargon.

👉 The idea that Democrats have lost working-class men due to elitism and social justice jargon is not supported by polling and election results. 👉 Many successful Democrats, including those who have won Senate races, are from elite backgrounds. 👉 The party's association with high inflation is a major issue, and its inability to connect with voters on economic issues is a problem. 👉 The party's use of language, including phrases like "structural racism" and "white supremacy," is not a deal-breaker for voters.

-- #Dave Weigel #Jonathan Martin #James Carville #Matt Yglesias #Joe Biden #Ruben Gallego #Elissa Slotkin #Josh Shapiro #Jon Ossoff #John Fetterman #Donald Trump #Ezra Klein #Barack Obama #Manhattan #Harvard #Scranton #Pennsylvania #Michigan #Georgia #London #Cranbrook #neutral #politics