Jimmy Fallon’s ratings hit a multi-year high after hosting Greg Gutfeld, beating late-night trends with a rare political crossover. The crew challenges Fallon and Kimmel to invite Trump next, predicting record-breaking ratings and debating if they can handle the backlash from their own audiences.

Trump strikes a deal with Nvidia and AMD to send 15% of their China chip sales to the US government in exchange for export approval. The crew debates if it is smart business or a dangerous precedent, tying it to tariffs, national projects, AI dominance, and fears of opening the door for abuse.

Elon Musk and Sam Altman clash over Apple’s alleged App Store favoritism toward OpenAI. Musk threatens legal action, Altman fires back accusing Musk of manipulating X. The feud exposes the AI power struggle, Apple’s gatekeeping role, and looming antitrust battles reshaping Big Tech.

Trump seizes control of DC’s police and deploys the National Guard under Section 740 of the Home Rule Act, citing rampant crime and homelessness. The crew debates the legality, left-wing backlash, historical precedent, and why supporters see it as a bold law-and-order move, not authoritarianism.

Candace Owens fires back at Nick Fuentes after he accuses her of teaming with Elon Musk to attack him. She calls him a sheltered theater kid and mocks his victim claims. The crew breaks down the feud, Fuentes’ JD Vance theory, his fiery rants, and why conservative influencers are at war on X.

PBD and the crew break down Texas' redistricting battle, walkouts by Senate Democrats, and accusations of gerrymandering. They trace the practice's history, show examples from Illinois and Maryland, and explain how both parties manipulate district maps to secure political advantage.

Patrick Bet-David breaks down NYC’s $65M plan for a transgender-only homeless shelter, costing $87K per bed, and warns how high taxes drive billionaires out. He links the policy to declining revenue, rising middle-class burdens, and the long-term impact on New York’s economic future.

Jimmy Kimmel admits “repulsive liberal scolds” are driving people from the Democratic Party. PBD calls him out for abandoning comedy to push politics, comparing him to other late-night hosts who alienated audiences by becoming activists instead of entertainers.

Florida’s Attorney General proposes a law to block convicted sex offenders from surrogacy, adoption, and foster care, contrasting with California’s lack of regulation. PBD covers shocking cases, loopholes, and the urgent call for nationwide laws to protect children from predators.

The PBD Hometeam covers a recent interview with JD Vance, where he addresses the Epstein files and a meeting about Jeffrey Epstein. Vinnie touches on the need for transparency and the release of thousands of documents.