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.

• Inflation Accuracy Under Scrutiny

  Economists are raising doubts about the accuracy of the CPI, suggesting it may be underreporting actual inflation and distorting the economic picture.

• U.S. to Extradite Anti-Abortion Fugitive

  Daniel Jongyon Park, a South Korean-American activist who fled the country after federal charges, will be extradited to Poland for charges related to an anti-abortion protest.

• Putin and Trump’s Secret Ceasefire Call

  Donald Trump confirmed a phone call with Vladimir Putin following a deadly drone strike in Ukraine, prompting speculation about shadow diplomacy and ceasefire negotiations.

• Trump Wants to End the Debt Ceiling

  Trump is calling for the elimination of the debt limit entirely, as Senator Ron Johnson and others clash with House Republicans over a major spending bill backed by Elon Musk.