•FTC vs. Ticketmaster/Live Nation – The Federal Trade Commission and 11 states are suing over bots and ticket resales that hurt both fans and artists. 

•Trump vs. Lisa Cook – The president asks the Supreme Court to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid mortgage fraud allegations. 

•Federal Reserve boxed in – After yesterday’s quarter-point rate cut, the Fed signals more cuts are possible despite inflation remaining above target. 

•NVIDIA invests $5 billion in Intel – A major lifeline for the once-dominant chipmaker, this deal could reshape America’s semiconductor future and align with Trump’s push to revive U.S. manufacturing.

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•Constitution Day – The U.S. Constitution turns 238. Erick reflects on its enduring significance, the strength of written law, and why America’s founding framework still matters globally.

•Federal Reserve rate cut – The Fed lowers interest rates by a quarter point, signaling concern over unemployment despite lingering inflation. More cuts may be on the horizon.

•Trump in the UK – President Trump meets King Charles at Windsor Castle while pressing European leaders to stop financing Russia through energy purchases if they want stronger U.S. sanctions.

•Democrats and government shutdown – For the first time in modern history, Democrats, not Republicans, are driving toward a shutdown, fueled by demands from their base.

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• Tyler Robinson charged – Charlie Kirk’s assassin faces aggravated murder and six additional counts, with the DA seeking the death penalty. Shocking new details emerge about his background and accomplices.

• House Republicans split on tariffs – Speaker Mike Johnson faces rebellion as Republicans resist a plan to block the House from limiting future tariffs, raising the risk of a government shutdown.

• Israel surrounds Gaza City – Satellite images confirm a military buildup as Prime Minister Netanyahu prepares to purge Hamas strongholds. Leaders privately suspect hostages may not have survived.

• Federal Reserve meets on rate cuts – Analysts expect a rate cut of up to half a point as the Fed weighs economic weakness and controversy swirls around Lisa Cook’s mortgage fraud probe.

Plus: Erick pushes back on Pam Bondi’s misguided “hate speech” comments, a rare moment uniting the right in defense of free speech.

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•Charlie Kirk’s assassin confesses – Tyler Robinson admitted the shooting in a Discord channel, while investigators probe whether others had prior knowledge.

•TikTok deal with China – Despite laws that should have shut it down, the app remains embedded in Beijing’s strategy, raising new national security concerns.

•Soybean farmers in crisis – A Chinese boycott leaves U.S. soybeans unharvested, raising the specter of bailouts as tariffs ripple through agriculture.

•Crime falls in Washington, D.C. – New data shows murders, carjackings, and robberies down significantly after Trump’s 30-day federal crackdown.

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•Charlie Kirk’s assassin arrested – 22-year-old Tyler Robinson turned in by his family, revealing radicalization from progressive online spaces.

• National Guard in Memphis – President Trump deploys forces to address crime in Memphis, with New Orleans possibly next.

• Consumer sentiment falling – Inflation fears, job losses, and tariffs weigh on Americans despite optimistic spin.

• A call to rest – Erickson urges Americans to unplug, focus on family, and strengthen their communities after a long, difficult week.

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On this solemn September 11th, Erick Erickson reflects on the state of our nation after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. From the disturbing gloating of educators online to the progressive framing of words as violence, Erickson warns of a cultural and political tipping point. He also examines how mainstream media coverage, including CBS and CNN, continues to marginalize conservative voices while shaping narratives that excuse violence from the left. What we choose as individuals will determine the direction of America as it approaches its 250th year.

Please keep Charlie Kirk and his family in your prayers. Violence cannot be the answer to our political differences.

•Charlie Kirk Shot — The TPUSA founder was shot at Utah Valley University. His condition is unknown. The attack highlights escalating left-wing violence in politics.

•Markets Surge Despite Tariffs — The S&P hits record highs as the Producer Price Index shows deflation. Strong consumer spending masks weaknesses in manufacturing and tariffs’ long-term drag.

•NATO Condemns Russia — Russian jets probed Polish airspace. Trump and NATO leaders issued sharp warnings, signaling strength and unity in the alliance.

•Schumer’s Epstein Files Gamble — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer breaks precedent by forcing a vote on the Epstein files. Even Democrats call it brazen, while Republicans push back.

Please keep Charlie Kirk and his family in your prayers. Violence cannot be the answer to our political differences.

•Census Bureau confirms inflation wiped out all wage growth for working Americans while elites making $250K+ came out ahead. The media dismissed Americans’ concerns, but the data proves otherwise.

•A Michigan judge dismisses charges against Trump’s so-called “fake electors” — a ruling that could ripple into Nevada and beyond. Was 2020 a turning point the GOP still hasn’t moved past?

•Israel orders the evacuation of Gaza City, signaling an invasion is imminent. Progressives accuse Israel of genocide, while Hamas still holds hostages. The U.S. isn’t coordinating, but it is blessing Israel’s move.

•Cracker Barrel scraps its controversial rebrand, logo, and remodeling campaign. But the real problem isn’t the logo,  it’s the food quality.

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•Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago — ICE launches a large-scale enforcement surge, staging agents at Naval Station Great Lakes to detain illegal immigrants.

•Congressional Stock Trading Ban — President Trump surprises House leaders by backing Rep. Anna Paulina Luna’s discharge petition, catching leadership off guard.

•French Government Collapse — Prime Minister François Bayrou ousted as France’s debt crisis deepens, sparking fresh EU instability.

•Lumber Prices Drop — A glut of lumber signals a slowdown in U.S. construction, raising red flags for the economy.

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• Weak Jobs Report – Only 22,000 jobs were added in August while U.S. manufacturing lost 75,000 positions. Tariffs are hitting hard, prices are climbing, and interest rate cuts are now expected.

• Airline Rule Reversal – Pete Buttigieg criticizes the Trump administration for rolling back flight delay compensation. The rule looked consumer-friendly, but critics argue it raised ticket costs and degraded service.

• Venezuela Escalates Against U.S. – Venezuelan fighter jets flew low over U.S. Navy ships after America struck cartel-linked drug runners in the Caribbean. Tensions rise as the Trump administration signals tougher rules of engagement.

• Trump Eyes NYC Politics – Reports suggest the White House is considering appointing NYC Mayor Eric Adams as ambassador to Saudi Arabia to clear the field against socialist candidate Mamdani. Cuomo’s weak campaign may not stop the challenge.

Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise.

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