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Tuesday Afternoon News Updates: A Secret CIA Trip to Moscow?! – 8/25/26

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Aug 25, 2026
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U.S. President Donald Trump and John Ratcliffe, Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), speak as they depart after a Cabinet meeting at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, U.S., July 31, 2026. REUTERS/Nathan Howard/Pool

Hi all, it’s August 25th. There’s a lot going on today, but I’m going to do my best to keep this quick. Thanks again to all those who continue to let me know you’ve preordered the book I wrote with my brothers, WTF America. We are truly grateful!

Here are the top stories we’re tracking:

  • CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced trip to Moscow as the U.S. reportedly asked Ukraine to temporarily stop strikes on the city

  • Canada is retaliating against Trump with tariffs on 700+ American goods

  • American farmers are facing what’s being described as their worst financial crisis since the 80s

  • Some Republicans, even in red states, are starting to disassociate themselves from Trump

  • Speaking of, Trump’s endorsement power faces more tests in primaries tonight

  • A breath of fresh air in Iowa politics

  • Two unvaccinated people have died from measles in Pennsylvania, the commonwealth’s first measles deaths in 35 years

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Now let’s dive into all the above stories and more.

A Mystery CIA Visit to Moscow

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