Brett Breaks Things

Trump and Hegseth push the military to crush "woke" culture and prepare for domestic deployment, even as Washington edges toward a government shutdown.

Former FBI Director James Comey faces indictment in a move raising alarms about political retribution. We break down Trump's growing "list," reactions from DOJ veterans, and what's next as the government barrels toward a shutdown.

The DOJ is preparing a possible indictment of ex-FBI Director James Comey before the 5-year statute of limitations runs out. Trump's hand-picked prosecutor Lindsey Halligan now controls the case, raising alarms about political interference, even as safeguards remain in place.

A New York Times investigation uncovers how Donald Trump's inner circle blurred business and government, linking a $2 billion crypto investment into Trump's family venture with the UAE's bid for hundreds of thousands of U.S.-designed A.I. chips. From Steve Witkoff's dual role as envoy and businessman, to David Sacks's ethics waiver, to Sheikh Tahnoon's $1 trillion empire, we break down the deals, the players, and the national security risks.

Trump targets Tylenol, the FDA relabels a new autism treatment, and Dr. Oz profits on the side. Meanwhile, the Pentagon clamps down on journalists with restrictive new pledges. Brett unpacks the collision of bad science, corporate interests, and attacks on free press.

At a memorial meant for healing, Trump preached hate, loyalty, and retribution. Across government, the same spirit is reshaping justice, immigration, and power. Is vengeance becoming the new national vision?

Jimmy Kimmel is pulled off the air as Trump and FCC Chair Brendan Carr threaten networks that criticize him. Is this the start of government-driven censorship? Plus, Dr. Susan Monarez blows the whistle on RFK Jr.'s anti-science demands at CDC.

The FCC forces Jimmy Kimmel off the air, with Chairman Brendan Carr threatening fines and license revocations against networks that don't toe the line. Trump celebrates the suspension—just years after vowing to "bring back free speech." Critics call it blatant state repression. Meanwhile, FBI Director Kash Patel faces fire in Congress for refusing to release Epstein's files, fueling accusations of a cover-up.

Kash Patel stormed into the Senate swinging — clashing with lawmakers, defending mass FBI firings, and leaving critics blasting "broken trust" inside the bureau. At the same time, Trump is making waves (literally) by sinking Venezuela's drug boats, sparking cheers from hardliners and outrage from critics who call it a war crime. Rand Paul and JD Vance go toe-to-toe, Schiff grills Patel, and the White House insists the ocean is now drug-free. From DC hearings to Caribbean shootouts — it's retribution, chaos, and high stakes on every front.

Kirk's assassination has unleashed a storm of political retribution—from threats to liberal groups, to journalists fired, to constitutional debates on free speech. Meanwhile, the Fed battle continues: Miran confirmed, Cook survives Trump's purge attempt.