Cuba’s New Pardon Raises Old Questions
Cuba says it will free 2,010 prisoners, but it is leaving out the names and the details. That tends to make people wonder what the fine print is doing behind the curtain.
Murphy’s Biden Praise Bites Back
Sen. Chris Murphy attacked Trump over an Iran post, then got reminded of his own 2024 praise for Joe Biden. The old clip made the senator’s alarm bell sound a little less like principle and a little more like costume jewelry.
F-15 Rescue Shows America’s Reach
Sen. Dave McCormick said the Iran rescue of a downed F-15 airman showed the reach of U.S. military and intelligence work.
Saudi Prince Blasts Obama’s Iran Cash
Mohammed bin Salman reportedly said Iran turned a huge pile of sanctions relief into missiles, drones, and proxy forces instead of public works. The remarks add fresh heat to an old fight over Obama-era Iran policy.
Trump’s Cabinet Shake-Up May Not Be Over
Trump is reportedly weighing another Cabinet shake-up after firing two top officials, with more names now under scrutiny.
Mamdani’s Good Friday Message Gets Dragged
Zohran Mamdani marked Good Friday with broad language about sacrifice, and Christians on X quickly said the holiday deserves more than vague political poetry.
Swalwell Sends FBI a Sharp Warning
Eric Swalwell used CNN to warn FBI agents and claim the bureau is being pushed to break the law, while his lawyers tried to block old files tied to the Fang Fang controversy.
Trump Seeks $1.5 Trillion Military Budget
The White House is pitching a huge 2027 defense boost, with more shipbuilding, more readiness spending, and less money for what it calls wasteful programs.
Bondi Exit, Tipoff Claim Denied
The White House denies reports that Pam Bondi was fired for warning Eric Swalwell about FBI file plans, saying Trump had been unhappy with her DOJ performance for some time.
Daleiden’s Case Finally Gets Dropped
California dropped the final charge against David Daleiden, ending an 11-year legal fight tied to undercover Planned Parenthood videos. His record was also expunged, at least after the paperwork finished stretching its legs.