Facts are stubborn things, at least two of Trump’s predecessors have said. And for Trump on the economy—and Jeffrey Epstein–-there’s nothing to see here. This week Rachel and Aaron look at what the latest job numbers mean for Trump 2.0. Plus, Trump is making his own list… of political enemies. And secret documents in a secret annex at FBI Headquarters? Pssh.

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• New York Times: Until Trump Fired Her, She Was an Economist With Bipartisan Support
• ABC News: Joe Rogan slams Trump administration over Epstein investigation: 'Trying to gaslight'
• The Breakfast Club: Charlamagne Responds To Donald Trump’s ‘Truth Social’ Post About Him
• The Cycle (Substack): The Anatomy of “Othering”: How Authoritarians Build Permission for Violence
• Hit ‘Em Where It Hurts: How to Save Democracy by Beating Republicans at Their Own Game’