Welcome back to The Teen Take, where Gen Z breaks down politics in plain language. I’m Thaddeus, and this week’s episode is stacked with major developments across the U.S. and the globe. Let’s dive in:

Redistricting War in Texas
Texas Republicans are redrawing congressional lines again — this time in the middle of the decade. What’s the strategy? Who stands to win (or lose) in 2026? And why are other states, including California and New York, getting ready to fight fire with fire?

Global Trade Shakeup
President Trump just cut huge trade deals with the EU and Japan — avoiding a full-blown trade war but raising new questions about tariffs, tech, and the true cost of your next car. What does it mean for American jobs, and will prices actually drop?

Gaza, Genocide, and Global Pressure
In a rare moment, Trump acknowledges “real starvation” in Gaza — contradicting Israel’s Prime Minister. The U.K. might soon recognize Palestine, and Marjorie Taylor Greene becomes the first Republican to call the war a genocide. What’s behind this shift in tone — and does it signal real change?

Two Mass Shootings, One Day
Tragedy strikes both Reno and New York City — back-to-back shootings leave multiple dead and once again highlight America’s gun violence crisis. We look at the facts, the failures, and why guns are now the #1 cause of death for Americans under 20.

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