[Monday, July 14] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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1. Major Political Controversies

1.1. The Biden “Autopen” Pardons Scandal

A significant controversy is unfolding around former President Joe Biden’s use of an autopen for mass clemency. In a New York Times interview, Biden defended the practice for what he termed “a whole lot of people” and admitted he did not personally review every case [1]. Subsequent reports allege that key pre-emptive pardons, including one for Dr. Anthony Fauci, were not approved by the former President but by his Chief of Staff late at night [2]. In direct response, Senator Rand Paul has announced his intention to refile a criminal referral to the Department of Justice concerning Dr. Fauci [3]. President Trump has publicly questioned whether Biden was even aware of the documents being signed via the automated system, stating, “‘I Guarantee’ Biden Didn’t Know What He Was Signing” [4].

References for Topic 1.1:
[1] Biden defends controversial autopen use for mass clemency decisions in NYT interview: ‘A whole lot of people’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-defends-controversial-autopen-use-mass-clemency-decisions-nyt-interview-a-whole-lot-people
[2] Biden’s Autopen Scandal Grows As It’s Revealed Who Approved Pardons for Fauci, Other High-Profile Names, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/07/14/bidens-autopen-scandal-grows-as-its-revealed-who-approved-pardons-for-fauci-other-high-profile-names-n2191603
[3] Rand Paul to refile criminal referral of Fauci to DOJ after Biden autopen revelations, https://www.theblaze.com/news/rand-paul-to-refile-criminal-referral-of-fauci-to-doj-after-biden-autopen-revelations
[4] Donald Trump: ‘I Guarantee’ Biden Didn’t Know What He Was Signing with the Autopen, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/14/donald-trump-i-guarantee-biden-didnt-know-what-he-was-signing-autopen/

1.2. Aftermath of the 2024 Trump Assassination Attempt

The anniversary of the 2024 assassination attempt in Butler, PA, prompted a statement from President Trump, who declared that the “American spirit” had triumphed over “forces of evil” [1]. The event continues to be a subject of political analysis. Senator Rand Paul has accused the Secret Service of engaging in a “cultural cover-up” related to the incident [2]. Meanwhile, one report critiques the media’s portrayal of the assassin’s motive, highlighting that the individual has repeatedly mentioned “Tim Walz” [3].

References for Topic 1.2:
[1] Trump says ‘American spirit’ triumphs over ‘forces of evil’ on anniversary of Butler assassination attempt, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-says-american-spirit-triumphs-over-forces-evil-anniversary-butler-assassination-attempt
[2] Sen. Rand Paul: Secret Service Engaged in a ‘Cultural Cover-Up’ After Trump Assassination Attempt, https://redstate.com/jenvanlaar/2025/07/13/sen-rand-paul-secret-service-engaged-in-a-cultural-cover-up-after-trump-assassination-attempt-n2191586
[3] Minnesota Assassin Tears Big Hole in Media’s Portrayal of His Motive, Mentions Tim Walz Again, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/07/13/minnesota-assassin-tears-big-hole-in-medias-portrayal-of-his-motive-mentions-tim-walz-again-n2191598

1.3. The “Zohran Mamdani” Political Flashpoint

A political controversy is escalating around a socialist figure identified as Zohran Mamdani, with one source claiming the threat he poses is “worse than believed” [1]. Vivek Ramaswamy has issued a public warning to “resist the racist left’s Mamdani trap” [2]. Adding a financial dimension, a report alleges that groups supporting Mamdani received $37 million in funding from the “Soros Empire” [3]. The situation appears to be influencing local politics elsewhere, with reports that Minneapolis “might have just found their own socialist version of Zohran Mamdani” in a new mayoral candidate [4].

References for Topic 1.3:
[1] Mamdani Threat Worse Than Believed, https://hotair.com/betsy-mccaughey/2025/07/13/mamdani-threat-worse-than-believed-n3804707
[2] Vivek Ramaswamy: Resist the racist left’s Mamdani trap, https://nypost.com/2025/07/13/opinion/vivek-ramaswamy-resist-the-racist-lefts-mamdani-trap/
[3] SURPRISE! Soros Empire Dumped $37 Million Into Groups Backing Socialist Zohran Mamdani, https://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/business/joseph-vazquez/2025/07/14/surprise-soros-empire-dumped-37-million-groups-backing
[4] Minneapolis Might Have Just Found Their Own Socialist Version Of Zohran Mamdani | The Daily Caller, https://dailycaller.com/2025/07/14/minneapolis-omar-fateh-zohran-mamdani-mayor-race/

1.4. The Epstein/Maxwell Case and Political Implications

A Trump-era Department of Justice determination has resurfaced, stating that Jeffrey Epstein’s plea deal does not grant immunity to Ghislaine Maxwell [1]. This legal development coincides with reports that Maxwell is now “ready to spill the beans” on the wider sex trafficking operation [2]. Commentary warns that the re-emergence of the Epstein case could serve as an “unnecessary distraction” for the administration and be leveraged by political opponents [3].

References for Topic 1.4:
[1] Trump DOJ says Epstein plea deal doesn’t shield Ghislaine Maxwell, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3470483/doj-jeffrey-epstein-plea-deal-not-shield-ghislaine-maxwell/
[2] Ghislaine Maxwell Is Ready to Spill the Beans on Epstein’s Sex Trafficking Operation, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2025/07/14/republicans-trying-to-stop-ghislaine-maxwell-from-speaking-out-on-epstein-list-n2660344
[3] Epstein drama is an unnecessary distraction for Trump admin – and plays into the hands of malign Dems, https://nypost.com/2025/07/13/opinion/miranda-devine-epstein-drama-is-an-unnecessary-distraction-for-trump-admin-and-plays-into-the-hands-of-malign-dems/

2. Foreign Policy and National Security

2.1. Ukraine Policy and NATO Coordination

President Trump has enacted a significant policy shift regarding the war in Ukraine, issuing a 50-day ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin to secure a peace agreement [1]. Should the deadline pass without a deal, the administration has threatened to impose “100%” tariffs on Russian goods. This assertive stance is being closely coordinated with NATO. President Trump and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte jointly announced a “really big” arms package for Ukraine, which will be funded entirely by European allies [2, 3]. As a component of this new arrangement, the U.S. will transfer Patriot missile systems to Ukraine, a move President Trump justified by noting Putin “bombs everybody in the evening” [4].

References for Topic 2.1:
[1] Trump: Putin has 50 days to secure a peace deal with Ukraine or face “100%” tariffs, https://www.foxnews.com/world/trump-rutte-announce-really-big-nato-arms-package-amid-new-50-day-deadline
[2] Trump, Rutte announce ‘really big’ NATO arms package amid new 50 day deadline to Putin, https://www.foxnews.com/world/trump-rutte-announce-really-big-nato-arms-package-amid-new-50-day-deadline-putin
[3] Trump Strikes Deal With NATO To Send Weapons To Ukraine On Europe’s Dime, https://www.dailywire.com/news/trump-strikes-deal-with-nato-to-send-weapons-to-ukraine-on-europes-dime?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Zach+Jewell&category=News&elementPosition=0&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=Trump+Strikes+Deal+With+NATO+To+Send+Weapons+To+Ukraine+On+Europe%E2%80%99s+Dime
[4] Donald Trump says US will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Putin ‘bombs everybody in the evening’, https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-14/donald-trump-says-us-will-send-patriot-missiles-to-ukraine/105529146

2.2. Broader Foreign Relations and Administrative Actions

The administration’s foreign policy approach is also visible in other actions. The Pentagon has withdrawn all of its military speakers from the upcoming Aspen Security Forum, which was described in one headline as “globalist” [1]. On Russia, one report describes a “sledgehammer” sanctions package that was allegedly “too strong for Biden” to have previously implemented [2]. In a personal comment, President Trump stated that First Lady Melania Trump was influential in persuading him to adopt a tougher stance on Russia [3].

References for Topic 2.2:
[1] Pentagon pulls all military speakers from ‘globalist’ Aspen Security Forum, https://justthenews.com/government/security/pentagon-pulls-all-military-speakers-globalist-aspen-security-forum
[2] The Russian ‘sledgehammer’ sanctions that were too strong for Biden, https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/07/14/russia-ukraine-war-usa-donald-trump-sanctions-bill-putin/
[3] First lady Melania Trump helped convince president to get tough on Russia, he says, https://nypost.com/2025/07/14/us-news/first-lady-melania-trump-helped-convince-president-to-get-tough-on-russia-he-says/

3. Executive Branch and Federal Governance

3.1. Supreme Court Rules on Department of Education Reduction

The Supreme Court has delivered a significant victory to the administration in its efforts to restructure the federal bureaucracy. The Court’s ruling clears the way for the administration to proceed with its plan to “massively reduce the size of the Department of Education” [1]. This decision is reported to grant the authority to terminate as many as “half of the Dept. of Education workers” [2]. This is being widely framed as a significant step toward the administration’s stated “Quest to Nuke the Department of Education” [3].

References for Topic 3.1:
[1] Supreme Court clears the way for Trump administration to massively reduce the size of the Department of Education, https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/07/supreme-court-clears-the-way-for-trump-administration-to-massively-reduce-the-size-of-the-department-of-education/
[2] Supreme Court rules on Education Department cutting half its staff, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/supreme-court-rules-education-department-cutting-half-its-staff
[3] Supreme Court Hands Trump Big Win in Quest to Nuke the Department of Education, https://redstate.com/bonchie/2025/07/14/new-supreme-court-hands-trump-big-win-in-quest-to-nuke-the-department-of-education-n2191626

3.2. Healthcare and Social Legislation

A new piece of legislation, which supporters have termed the “big, beautiful” law, is being promoted as containing “5 big wins for the middle class” [1]. A key provision of the law reportedly “sustains and saves Medicaid,” though details remain sparse in the headlines [2]. An associated opinion piece urges supporters to “push back against the Big Medicaid Lie,” indicating a coordinated public relations effort to defend the legislation’s impact [3].

References for Topic 3.2:
[1] 5 big wins for the middle class in the ‘big, beautiful’ law, https://thehill.com/opinion/white-house/5398630-1trump-extends-tax-cuts/
[2] How The One Big, Beautiful Bill Sustains And Saves Medicaid, https://www.dailywire.com/news/how-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-sustains-and-saves-medicaid?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Sen.+Markwayne+Mullin&category=Opinion&elementPosition=1&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=How+The+One+Big%2C+Beautiful+Bill+Sustains+And+Saves+Medicaid
[3] How to Push Back Against the Big Medicaid Lie, https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2025/07/14/pushing_back_against_big_medicaid_lie_153038.html

3.3. Government Efficiency and Spending

A single report focuses on government waste. A “DOGE Unit” attributed to Farage has reportedly found that hundreds of thousands of dollars in government funds were spent on fast food and Netflix subscriptions for migrants [1]. Details on the unit’s authority and full findings were not provided in the headline.

References for Topic 3.3:
[1] Farage’s DOGE Unit Finds Hundreds of Thousands Spent on Fast Food, Netflix for Migrants, https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/07/14/farages-doge-unit-finds-hundreds-of-thousands-spent-on-fast-food-netflix-for-migrants/

3.4. Other Administrative Actions and Judicial Commentary

A few unrelated items concern government operations and personnel. A report alleges that despite frequent public rhetoric, the administration “has not prosecuted a single media leaker” [1]. On a lighter note, President Trump reportedly quipped about signing an executive order to mandate that soccer be called “football” in America while attending the FIFA Club World Cup final [2]. On the judicial front, a single, uncorroborated headline alleges internal friction on the Supreme Court, claiming, “Every SCOTUS Justice Seems Annoyed At Ketanji Brown Jackson — Even The Other Libs” [3].

References for Topic 3.4:
[1] Despite All The Bluster, The Trump Admin Has Not Prosecuted a Single Media Leaker, https://dailycaller.com/2025/07/14/donald-trump-admin-prosecuted-leaker-doj-dhs-dni-tulsi-gabbard-kristi-noem/
[2] Trump quips about signing executive order mandating soccer be called ‘football’ in America at FIFA Club World Cup final, https://nypost.com/2025/07/13/us-news/trump-quips-about-signing-executive-order-mandating-soccer-be-called-football-in-america-at-fifa-club-world-cup-final/
[3] Every SCOTUS Justice Seems Annoyed At Ketanji Brown Jackson — Even The Other Libs, https://dailycaller.com/2025/07/13/every-scotus-justice-seems-annoyed-ketanji-brown-jackson/

4. Immigration and Border Policy

4.1. Immigration Enforcement and Crime

Large-scale immigration enforcement actions are ongoing. In Houston, a major ICE crackdown resulted in the arrest of over 1,300 individuals, a group that reportedly included “child predators and gang members” [1]. In a separate local incident, an Oklahoma Sheriff announced that three individuals described as “Illegal Aliens” were arrested for allegedly stealing copper wires from a U.S. Cellular antenna site [2].

References for Topic 4.1:
[1] Houston ICE crackdown: Over 1,300 arrested, including child predators and gang members, https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2025/07/14/houston-ice-crackdown-over-1300-arrested-including-child-predators-and-gang-members/
[2] Oklahoma Sheriff: Three Illegal Aliens Arrested for Stealing Copper Wires from U.S. Cellular Antenna Site, https://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2025/07/13/oklahoma-sheriff-three-illegal-aliens-arrested-for-stealing-copper-wires-from-u-s-cellular-antenna-site/

4.2. Political and Media Rhetoric on Immigration

Media rhetoric surrounding immigration enforcement has become a point of focus. Reports from multiple outlets claim that MSNBC host Ali Velshi nudged a contributor to discuss the concept of “‘lawful’ violence against ICE agents” [1, 2]. Another report claims a host on ‘The View’ described potential violence against ICE as a “‘reckoning’ for masking,” though the headline provides no context for the connection between these two subjects [3]. Providing a different perspective, a post from X.com quotes Stephen Miller stating, “The Democrats use Migration as a weapon to break down the middle class” [4].

References for Topic 4.2:
[1] Velshi Nudges MSNBC Contributor to Talk Up ‘Lawful’ Violence Against ICE Agents, https://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/nb/tim-graham/2025/07/14/velshi-nudges-msnbc-contributor-talk-lawful-violence-against-ice
[2] MSNBC Being MSNBC: Failing Network Pushes Notion of ‘Lawful’ Violence Against ICE, https://redstate.com/mike_miller/2025/07/14/msnbc-being-msnbc-failing-network-pushes-notion-of-lawful-violence-against-ice-n2191611
[3] ‘View’ Host: Violence on ICE a ‘Reckoning’ for Masking, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/ice-violence-reckoning/2025/07/14/id/1218658/
[4] Stephen Miller: The Democrats use Migration as a weapon to break down the middle class, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1944558678952317392?s=46

5. Economy, Society, and Culture

5.1. National Economic Performance

This area is covered by a single report from Breitbart news. The headline claims the economy is “Winning,” with job gains disproportionately going to “Native Born Americans” and wage increases “outpacing inflation” [1]. No further economic data or conflicting reports were present in the provided news feed.

References for Topic 5.1:
[1] Winning: Jobs Gains Going to Native Born Americans, Wage Gains Outpacing Inflation, https://www.breitbart.com/clips/2025/07/13/winning-jobs-gains-going-to-native-born-americans-wage-gains-outpacing-inflation/

5.2. State-Level Policy and Governance

Multiple headlines detail policy and political issues at the state level. In California, one “chic enclave” is reportedly addressing homelessness by providing free bus and plane tickets for individuals to leave the area [1]. Governor Gavin Newsom faces accusations of siding with corporate donors to a family charity in his official decisions [2]. Other reports note the state is running on 67% “clean” energy but that its electricity prices are double the national average [3]. A newly-appointed California assistant city manager is also facing controversy over alleged social media posts with anti-white rhetoric [4]. In Texas, the Governor has directed the state legislature to convene a special session focused on passing legislation to “save babies from abortion” [5].

References for Topic 5.2:
[1] ‘Chic’ California enclave sends homeless packing with free bus, plane tickets: ‘Don’t actually want to be here’, https://nypost.com/2025/07/13/us-news/chic-calif-enclave-sends-homeless-packing-with-free-bus-plane-tickets-many-dont-actually-want-to-be-here/
[2] Corporate Donors Gave Big to a Newsom Family Charity. Then the California Governor Took Their Side on State Issues., https://freebeacon.com/california/corporate-donors-gave-big-to-a-newsom-family-charity-then-the-california-governor-took-their-side-on-state-issues/
[3] CA running 67% on ‘clean’ energy; prices double US average, https://justthenews.com/nation/states/center-square/ca-running-67-clean-energy-prices-double-us-average?utm_source=justthenews.com&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=external-news-aggregators
[4] ‘White People Have to Answer Their Own Evil.’: Newly-appointed California Assistant City Manager Under Fire Over Alleged Social Media Posts Raging About White People, https://atlantablackstar.com/2025/07/14/newly-appointed-california-assistant-city-manager-faces-backlash/
[5] Texas Governor Directs Legislators in Special Session to Save Babies From Abortion, https://www.lifenews.com/2025/07/11/texas-governor-directs-legislators-in-special-session-to-save-babies-from-abortion/

5.3. Media, Culture Industry, and Technology

This topic covers a range of cultural and media discussions. One headline poses the question, “What Happens When Your AI Goes Nazi?”, highlighting concerns about artificial intelligence alignment [1]. The same outlet reports a teachers union statement claiming that the way to “fix schools” is to “Stop Trump, ICE, and Fascism” [2]. Tucker Carlson is quoted on X.com asserting that Harvard and the “elite establishment” see Trump as a “threat to the hierarchy” and have been fighting him for 40 years [3]. In entertainment news, the movie ‘Superman’ is reported to have performed poorly at the box office in China, which came days after its director, James Gunn, made a promotional visit to the country [4].

References for Topic 5.3:
[1] What Happens When Your AI Goes Nazi?, https://www.thefp.com/p/what-happens-when-your-ai-goes-nazi
[2] How Do You Fix Schools? Teachers Union Says Stop Trump, ICE, and Fascism, https://www.thefp.com/p/nea-trump-ice-education
[3] Tucker Carlson: Harvard and elite establishment fighting Trump for 40 years. “A threat to the hierarchy”, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1944893372361036045?s=46
[4] ‘Superman’ Bombs in China Days After James Gunn Traveled There and Gushed over the Communist Country: ‘It’s Like Coming Home’, https://www.breitbart.com/entertainment/2025/07/13/superman-bombs-in-china-days-after-james-gunn-traveled-there-and-gushed-over-the-communist-country-its-like-coming-home/

6. Justice System and Law Enforcement

6.1. Federal Investigations and Controversies

The FBI’s investigative priorities are the subject of conflicting reports. According to JustTheNews.com, the agency has opened a “grand conspiracy” probe focused on the “weaponization” of government, a move that could potentially lead to the appointment of a special prosecutor [1]. Conversely, the Washington Examiner reports that the FBI faces a significant “uphill battle” should it attempt to investigate former officials like James Comey and Brennan, suggesting formidable institutional challenges to such probes [2].

References for Topic 6.1:
[1] FBI opens ‘grand conspiracy’ probe on weaponization, opening door to special prosecutor, https://justthenews.com/accountability/political-ethics/monfbi-opens-grand-conspiracy-probe-weaponization-opening-door
[2] Why FBI faces uphill battle to investigate Comey and Brennan, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3468311/why-fbi-faces-uphill-battle-brennan-comey-investigation/

6.2. Specific Criminal and Civil Cases

Several specific legal cases are in the headlines. The Department of Justice has dropped all charges against a surgeon in Utah who had been accused of injecting patients with fake COVID-19 shots and destroying thousands of dollars worth of real vaccines [1]. In a civil case involving Planned Parenthood, a judge is accused of having “botched” a Temporary Restraining Order for a second time [2]. In another federal case, a witness has made claims against an individual named Kilmar Abrego Garcia regarding a “sexualized relationship” with a minor [3].

References for Topic 6.2:
[1] DOJ drops charges against Utah surgeon accused of injecting fake COVID-19 shots and destroying $28K of real vaccines, https://nypost.com/2025/07/13/us-news/doj-drops-charges-against-utah-surgeon-accused-of-injecting-fake-covid-19-shots-and-destroying-28k-of-real-vaccines/
[2] Judge Botches TRO In Planned Parenthood Case A Second Time, https://thefederalist.com/2025/07/14/judge-botches-tro-in-planned-parenthood-case-a-second-time/
[3] Federal Witness Claims Kilmar Abrego Garcia Participated in ‘Sexualized Relationship’ When She Was 15, https://tennesseestar.com/justice/federal-witness-claims-kilmar-abrego-garcia-participated-in-sexualized-relationship-when-she-was-15/tpappert/2025/07/14/

6.3. State and Local Crime Incidents

Reports detail two separate and serious local crime incidents. In Lexington, a shooting at a church resulted in two fatalities and two injuries; a state trooper was among those shot by the suspect [1]. Separately, news from another locality indicates that a registered sex offender is expected to be released without jail time after an attempted kidnapping at an elementary school, a decision attributed to prosecutors in the headline [2].

References for Topic 6.3:
[1] 2 dead, 2 injured at Lexington church after suspect shoots trooper: police | Fox News, https://www.foxnews.com/us/gunman-kills-2-wounds-2-lexington-church-after-shooting-kentucky-state-trooper
[2] Registered sex offender to walk free after elementary school kidnapping attempt, prosecutors say, https://www.foxnews.com/us/prosecutor-let-registered-sex-offender-walk-free-after-elementary-school-kidnapping-attempt

7. Electoral Politics and Party Dynamics

7.1. Democratic Party Dynamics

Former President Barack Obama has reportedly offered advice to the Democratic Party, urging members to “toughen up” with a “little less whining” and to get out of the “fetal position” and “start fighting” back [1]. Meanwhile, a report in The Telegraph describes a group of Democrats it calls “The 4am club,” who allegedly “believe Kamala won the election – in an alternate universe,” indicating some lingering dissent over the 2024 results within the party’s base [2].

References for Topic 7.1:
[1] ‘Little Less Whining’: Obama Says Dem Party Needs To ‘Toughen Up’, https://dailycaller.com/2025/07/14/barack-obama-democratic-party-toughen-up/
[2] The 4am club: These Democrats believe Kamala won the election – in an alternate universe, https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/politics/2025/07/14/democrats-election-4am-club-kamala-won/

7.2. Republican Party Dynamics

The most significant development reported in Republican party dynamics is the announcement of a primary challenge against a sitting senator. An exclusive report from Breitbart states that André Bauer is launching a campaign to primary Senator Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, labeling the incumbent a “Liberal Viper” [1].

References for Topic 7.2:
[1] Exclusive: André Bauer Running to Primary ‘Liberal Viper’ Lindsey Graham, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/13/exclusive-andre-bauer-primary-liberal-viper-lindsey-graham/

7.3. Polling and Election Retrospectives

Polling data and commentary reflect on the 2024 election and current political alignments. According to a poll cited by the New York Post, a “majority of Dems still believe the Russia collusion hoax was real” [1]. Another poll reported by Breitbart suggests that the Democratic Party’s favorability “continues to plummet” [2]. Looking ahead, a former CNN commentator is quoted expressing concern that Republicans might cheat in the 2026 elections in the same way they are alleged to have cheated in 2024 [3].

References for Topic 7.3:
[1] Miranda Devine: Poll reveals majority of Dems still believe the Russia collusion hoax was real, https://nypost.com/2025/07/13/opinion/miranda-devine-poll-reveals-majority-of-dems-still-believe-the-russia-collusion-hoax-was-real/
[2] Poll: Democrat Favorability Continues to Plummet, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/13/poll-democrat-favorability-continues-to-plummet/
[3] Former CNN commentator says Republicans might cheat in 2026, like in 2024, https://www.foxnews.com/media/former-cnn-commentator-has-gut-feeling-trump-republicans-cheated-2024-rig-2026-midterm

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