Trump vs. Musk Feud Erupts Elon Musk accuses Donald Trump of being tied to Jeffrey Epstein, blowing up their once-powerful alliance and setting the political world on fire. The dispute now threatens GOP unity just as Trump’s controversial tax bill faces scrutiny. Medicare Shake-Up on the Horizon? Republican lawmakers consider significant Medicare changes—cost-saving measures, restructuring benefits, and more—amid warnings of partisan backlash. Nothing final yet, but eyes are on potential impacts for seniors. Supreme Court Drops Three Big Rulings

1. Discrimination: A unanimous decision in favor of a white woman’s reverse discrimination claim clarifies that discrimination is discrimination—no matter the group.
2. Gun Manufacturer Immunity: Unanimous ruling protects U.S. gunmakers from lawsuits over cartel violence in Mexico.
3. Religious Liberty: Catholic Charities wins tax-exempt status, even as Justice Sotomayor surprisingly leads the opinion.

Trade Deficit Narrows—But Don’t Cheer Just Yet A record drop in imports, driven by new tariffs, shrinks the trade deficit to the lowest since 2023. But the slowdown may hurt consumers and businesses more than it helps.

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.