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Brutal economic news dumps as White House becomes UFC arena
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Brutal economic news dumps as White House becomes UFC arena

The White House transforms into a spectacle of political attacks, economic misreporting, and alleged institutional weaponization, while a California gubernatorial candidate proposes innovative tax reforms.

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They want critics SILENCED and it’s getting worse
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They want critics SILENCED and it’s getting worse

David Pakman argues that the Trump administration and its allies are actively undermining free speech, promoting conspiracy theories, and attempting to strip naturalized citizens of their rights, all while diverting attention from critical economic issues like rising gas prices.

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Something isn’t right in the inner circle
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Something isn’t right in the inner circle

David Pakman dissects the Democratic primary landscape for 2028, the psychological underpinnings of authoritarian support, Trump's erratic decision-making, and the ongoing efforts to undermine election integrity.

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Global abandonment of Trump as he passes 1 year in office
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Global abandonment of Trump as he passes 1 year in office

One year into his second term, Donald Trump faces devastating economic data on tariffs, plummeting approval ratings, and international condemnation for erratic behavior, including a bizarre letter threatening Denmark over Greenland.

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2026 is already insane
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2026 is already insane

The 2026 midterm elections are framed as a critical inflection point for Donald Trump's presidency and the future of the Republican party, amidst a collapsing dollar, rising corporate bankruptcies, and a surge in AI-driven disinformation.

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