1. Trump vs. pro-life allies: The Trump administration is doubling down on access to the abortion drug while publicly clashing with pro-life leaders. Josh Hawley and Mike Pence are now targets, raising alarms that the White House is alienating a key part of the Republican base ahead of the midterms.
2. Ukraine peace deal gamble: President Trump is offering Ukraine U.S. security guarantees in exchange for surrendering the Donbas region — territory Russia has not conquered. The plan would require a two-thirds Senate vote, and there is no guarantee it could pass, leaving Ukraine skeptical and Congress uneasy.
3. Tragic Reiner family murder: Rob Reiner and his wife were allegedly murdered by Reiner's son, Nick, who has struggled with homelessness and addiction. The case has shocked Hollywood and underscores the devastating consequences of untreated mental health and substance abuse crises.
4. Venezuela escalation concerns: Trump signals imminent land strikes in Venezuela, bypassing Congress and alarming both isolationists and lawmakers. With midterms approaching, Republicans are increasingly willing to push back against unilateral military action.

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