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BITING THEIR TONGUES

MAGA Tech Bros Busted Trying Not to Laugh at Wild Trump Rant

The men awkwardly looked around the room as the president went on a rant that was bizarre even by his lofty standards.

Vic Verbalaitis

The Daily Show, Jon Stewart
TRIAGE TIME

Stewart Reveals Only Way to Hold Trump Family ‘Accountable'

The “Daily Show” host said he’s sick of officials “pantomiming” real action.

Dana Herrnstadt

Fox Business reacts to the latest jobs figures.
THAT SINKING FEELING

Fox Panel Loses It at Jaw-Droppingly Bad Sign for Trump

The latest update shows that only 29,000 jobs were added in September, while unemployment rose by 78,000.

Leigh Kimmins

A photo illo illustration of Donald Trump for The Daily Beast podcast.
REVERSE MIDAS TOUCH

Trump Is Drowning in Failure as Crises Mount: Political Guru

The president is having trouble cleaning up his own messes, according to political analyst David Rothkopf.

Vic Verbalaitis

Late Night with Seth Meyers
AM I CRAZY?

Trump’s Bonkers Question Breaks Seth Meyers’ Brain

Nothing like a little gaslighting on a national scale.

Harry Thompson

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GRAIN OF SALT

Trump Goon Confronted With Humiliating Poll Live on Air

The poll does not bode well for the administration’s promises of economic growth.

Vic Verbalaitis

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IF YOU CAN’T BEAT EM...

Desperate Trump Orders Communist-Style Price Controls

The president shamelessly borrowed a trick from his ideological foes.

Vic Verbalaitis

In an aerial view, a variety of new vehicles are parked at the National City Marine Terminal
PUT YOUR FOOT DOWN

Trump Gets Big Warning as U.S. Loses Million New-Car Buyers

Inflation, high rates, and pricey fuel have driven buyers from the new-car market—with no relief in sight.

Tom Latchem

Harry Enten CNN
‘NOWHERE TO HIDE’

CNN Data Guru Is Stunned at Trump’s Economic Approval

A majority of Americans say that Trump’s policies have left them worse off financially.

Vic Verbalaitis

A photo illustration of Donald Trump for Inside Trump's Head podcast.
HE CAN'T RECOVER

I Know Why Trump’s Presidency Is Doomed: Author

The second Trump administration is on the ropes, according to Trump’s biographer.

Vic Verbalaitis

US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters before departing from the White House in Washington, DC, on February 6, 2026.
BLOOD MONEY

Americans Forced to Sell Their Blood in Affordability Crisis

“This is not how things are supposed to be,” one frequent donor said.

Leigh Kimmins

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