Hi all, Ben here. Happy Mother’s Day, everyone. Before we get into the news, feel free to take a moment to read my full Mother’s Day message. Our mothers are the backbone of our families, and on a day like today, when this administration is doing everything it can to make American life harder, it’s worth pausing to honor them.
Now. Let’s get into it.
Here are the top stories we’re tracking this Sunday afternoon:
Iran issues its most direct military warnings yet, vowing to target American vessels and bases if attacked again
Trump posts AI fantasy images of himself watching Iranian ships explode while the actual negotiations stall out
Energy Secretary Chris Wright confirms Iran hasn’t responded to the latest U.S. proposal
Kevin Hassett predicts 6% GDP growth with a straight face
Trump forgets his own Fort Knox promises and spreads more anti-vax nonsense in a fringe right-wing interview
Sebastian Gorka explains the war is taking longer because we’re “too effective”
Netanyahu tells 60 Minutes the Iran war is “not over”
U.S. intelligence flights are surging near Cuba
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Alright, let’s get into it.
Iran’s latest comments need more attention
