WHAT WE'RE WATCHING
🎓 Trump sent mixed signals on Chinese students. Last week, President Trump got in hot water after suggesting that 600,000 Chinese students could come study in the US. He later clarified this stance, saying only the roughly 600,000 Chinese students currently studying in the US would be permitted to stay. Despite the walkback, conservative commentators and influencers across the board voiced outrage.
📺 YouTube revived OAN with a new deal. YouTube has reversed its previous ban on One America News (OAN) by signing a new agreement with Fox Corporation. This move places OAN on YouTube TV, expanding its reach to millions more nationwide. This is a major reversal, giving a big win to conservative media as it competes with legacy TV networks.
⚡️ WaPo highlighted Trump’s coalition factions. The Washington Post explored the diverse factions within Trump's Republican coalition, from populists to traditionalists. These groups, while currently united under Trump, face internal conflicts over issues like tariffs and immigration. It is possible that, after the Trump era, conservatives may continue to fracture over divisive issues.
🏡 The Guardian examined the rise of “trad families.” The Guardian delved into the 'trad family' movement, where conservative families embrace traditional Christian values and rural living. This lifestyle shift reflects a reaction against modern societal norms, rejecting contemporary liberal ideals. The movement's growth also overlaps with the rise of MAHA, as conservatives value cleaner, healthier living.
INSIDER RADAR
Megyn Kelly on lawfare against Republicans
Insiders behind the paywall: Megyn Kelly, Charlie Kirk, Anna Paulina Luna, Melania Trump, Stephen Miller, and RFK Jr.
QUICK AND IMPORTANT
Snoop Dogg slamming LGBT characters in moveis
Mentioned behind the paywall: Snoop Dogg, Michael Knowles, Newsnation, Batya Ungar-Sargon, and “Reagan-Bush ‘84.”
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
Trump vs. the billionaire CEOs with Tevi Troy
Tevi Troy served as Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services under President George W. Bush and was one of the administration’s top domestic policy advisors.
In this interview, he discusses why Trump’s second term is more focused and unified than his first, how Trump negotiates directly with CEOs like Tim Cook and Jamie Dimon, and more.
THE MAIN STORY
GOP probes Wikipedia’s anti-conservative bias
_WHAT’S HAPPENING_
An investigation led by GOP House Reps. James Comer (KY) and Nancy Mace (SC) have opened a probe into Wikipedia…
An ADL report found 30 editors pushed anti-Israel and antisemitic narratives.
When Wikipedia’s neutrality falters, the consequences extend far beyond a single website…
Exclusive analysis and uncensored facts behind the paywall: The massive bias found on Wikipedia, the foreign influence, and the goals of the Republicans’ investigation.
MEDIA BIAS SPOTTER
How left and right outlets view Trump’s Chinese student policy
Mentioned behind the paywall: The Associated Press, Time, The Daily Signal, and Fox News.
_THE DAILY DEBATE_
POLLS RESULTS FROM YESTERDAY
How do you view Reform UK leader Nigel Farrage?
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 ✅ Approve (836)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ ❌ Disapprove (32)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 🤷♂️ Middle (116)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 🤔 Unsure (99)
✅ Approve: “Is he the best British leader since King Arthur? Nope. Is he the best leader on offer in 2025? Yup.” — Piper
🤷♂️ Somewhere in the middle: “He appears to be making promises he does not plan to keep.” — Carolee
_POP QUIZ_
Today’s newsletter was written by Brandon Goldman, Anthony Constantini, and Ariel David. We scoured 100s of sources to bring you stories and insights you won’t find in the mainstream media.
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