1. Federal Reserve Signals Possible Rate Hikes Markets fall after the Federal Reserve chairman warns that inflation remains stubbornly high and leaves the door open to another interest rate increase.

2. Nepal Disaster Leaves Nearly 2,000 Missing Catastrophic flooding and mud devastate communities in Nepal after a massive glacier collapse, with entire villages reportedly wiped from the map.

3. American Oil Companies Move Into Venezuela Chevron and Halliburton enter Venezuela's oil sector in a deal expected to benefit the American economy, Gulf Coast states, and the Venezuelan people. Erick Erickson explains why President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio deserve credit.

4. Milo Yiannopoulos Reportedly Faces Deportation Former conservative provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos is reportedly in ICE custody in Louisiana and could soon be deported from the United States.

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➡️ Ratcliffe's Moscow Visit and the Ukraine War

The New York Times adds depth to Wall Street Journal reporting on CIA Director John Ratcliffe's trip to Moscow.

➡️ Glacier Disaster in Nepal and China

A large piece of glacial ice fell from the Himalayas into a lake, triggering a tsunami that raced downriver, killing hundreds with more than 1,500 people still missing.

➡️ Canada-U.S. Trade Talks and the French Language

Canadians say the requirement for French labeling—especially in Quebec—was a real issue that helped collapse the talks.

➡️ Lake Ontario Renamed Lake America

An executive order now calls Lake Ontario "Lake America," which Erickson calls a stupid distraction from affordability that will force map replacements.

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➡️ Dolly Parton Dies at 80 Country music icon Dolly Parton has passed away at age 80. She was one of the most decorated and universally beloved singers in American history.

➡️ CIA Director's Secret Trip to Moscow John Radcliffe made an unannounced visit to Moscow, flying in and out through Latvia. Speculation is he was warning Russia that NATO remains united as Moscow probes allied air defenses with drones.

➡️ Canada Hits Back with New Tariffs Canada plans tariffs of up to 50% on roughly 700 American products starting September 8. The list includes steel, aluminum, motorcycles, appliances, and more in retaliation for U.S. levies.

➡️ DOJ Weighs Charges Against ICE Agent The Justice Department is considering federal charges against an ICE agent accused of shooting a Venezuelan immigrant in the leg in Minneapolis.

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1. New Economic Pressure on Iran The Trump administration is threatening secondary sanctions against China, banks, and other entities accused of helping Iran evade economic restrictions.

2. Canada Prepares a Tariff Counterattack Prime Minister Mark Carney's planned tariffs could raise prices for Americans and influence the midterm elections. Canadian officials are also discussing action involving oil, electricity, water, and other resources.

3. South Carolina's Republican Runoff Ralph Norman faces Darline Graham in a runoff that could be decided by Republican base turnout. Erick explains why polling trends and South Carolina's runoff history may favor Norman.

4. A Difficult ICE Deportation Case The reported detention of Luis Manuel Aviles, whose son served aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, is raising questions about immigration enforcement. Republicans must consider how cases like this could affect public opinion and the midterms.

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1. Supreme Court Clears Trump Ballroom Construction The Chief Justice allows President Donald Trump to continue building a White House ballroom while a legal challenge moves forward. The decision suggests opponents face a difficult path toward stopping construction.

2. Beef Imports and Tariff Relief Could Lower Prices The White House expands access to foreign beef while removing the 25 percent tariff that helped drive up consumer prices. The policy change offers another reminder that tariffs ultimately raise costs for American families.

3. Texas Court Cuts Alex Jones Sandy Hook Judgment A Texas appeals court reduces a $50 million judgment against Alex Jones to $6 million under the state's limits on punitive damages. Jones still faces more than $1 billion in liability from a separate Connecticut judgment.

4. China Threatens Rare Earth Supply Over Iran Sanctions Beijing threatens American access to rare earth minerals as Washington tightens sanctions on Iranian oil. The confrontation underscores the urgent need for the United States and its allies to build supply chains independent of China.

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1. America's $40 Trillion Debt Crisis The national debt has surpassed $40 trillion as the Treasury considers borrowing billions more to buy back government bonds. I ask the question Washington refuses to answer: What spending is America willing to cut?

2. Federal Authorities Seize Eric Swalwell's Devices Federal authorities reportedly confiscated Eric Swalwell's electronic devices at San Francisco International Airport amid an investigation into sexual harassment allegations.

3. Alleged ISIS Plot Targets the New York State Capitol A 35-year-old woman faces federal and state charges after allegedly seeking help to bomb the New York State Capitol for the benefit of ISIS.

4. North Korea Defies Trump With Missile Barrage North Korea fired a barrage of missiles as President Donald Trump seeks to restart negotiations with the regime. Erickson explains how North Korea's growing alignment with China, Russia, and Iran presents a larger threat to American interests.

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1. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is buying back bonds to calm rising yields — short-term market relief that deepens long-term debt

2. Federal Reserve minutes reveal growing inflation concerns driven by energy prices and Middle East disruptions, with possible rate hikes ahead

3. The president is now considering lower tariffs on Canadian metals and autos after previously threatening steep increases that have already driven up domestic steel and aluminum costs

4 .North Korea has rejected Trump's overtures, accelerated its nuclear program, and aligned more closely with China and Russia as U.S. foreign policy credibility erodes

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1. Bond Yields Send a Fiscal Warning I explain why decade-high bond yields could push mortgage rates higher and signal deep concern about bipartisan government spending. Washington's fiscal addiction is pulling investment away from the private sector and making life more expensive.

2. Iran, Oil and China's Struggling Economy I explain why I believe Iran was responsible for attacks on two ships, including one that left a sailor dead. I also argue that fully enforcing restrictions on Iranian oil could put additional pressure on both Iran and China.

3. Minnesota and Texas Face an ICE Extradition Showdown I break down Minnesota's effort to extradite ICE agent Christian Castro from Texas over charges connected to a nonfatal shooting during an enforcement operation. The dispute could become a major court battle over federal authority and state prosecution.

4. I'm Watching Critical Elections in Three States I examine election contests in Alaska, Wyoming and Florida, including the unusual Alaska Senate ballot and the Republican primary involving Cory Mills. These races could help determine whether Republicans are positioned to hold key seats in November.

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1. Trump Threatens Oman I examine President Trump's warning against Oman and the country's alleged role in encouraging Iran to demand more money during negotiations.

2. The Swalwell and Fang Fang Scandal Returns A reported FBI leak has revived allegations involving former Congressman Eric Swalwell and suspected Chinese operative Fang Fang, raising new questions about his conduct and political downfall.

3. Republicans Boost Democratic Socialists Republicans are helping elevate Democratic Socialists of America candidates in competitive districts. Democrats are crying foul over a strategy they have used against Republicans for years.

4. Americans Borrow to Pay Power Bills Payday-style and buy now, pay later loans are increasingly being used to cover utility bills. I explain why this growing cycle of household debt is a warning sign for consumers, lenders, and the broader economy.

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1. Trump Rolls Back a Burdensome Business Registry Erick Erickson explains why the Trump administration is eliminating a federal reporting requirement that forced small-business owners to surrender sensitive personal and financial information.

2. USS Abraham Lincoln Returns Amid Pentagon Scrutiny As the aircraft carrier returns from the Middle East, Erick examines allegations about conditions aboard the ship, the Pentagon's credibility problems and its strained relationship with the press.

3. The Luigi Mangione Case Confronts Conspiracy Culture Luigi Mangione's reported admission in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson exposes how political tribalism and online influencers encourage people to reject inconvenient facts.

4. Finding Hope by Living in the Present Amid growing pessimism about America's future, Erick offers a reminder that neither nostalgia nor anxiety should keep people from recognizing God's blessings in the present.

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