Fox News Politics Newsletter: Waltz under fire
The Trump administration continues to make waves in the political landscape, with key figures like national security advisor Mike Waltz coming under scrutiny for his involvement in a leaked Signal chat with high-ranking officials. Despite the controversy, President Trump has stood by Waltz and defended his actions publicly.
In a recent development, Waltz has faced criticism from Democrats and critics after details of the Signal chat were leaked to the public. The chat, which included discussions about strikes against Yemen terrorists, has sparked outrage and calls for accountability from Waltz and other officials involved.
Meanwhile, President Trump has been celebrating a recent special elections sweep in Florida, touting it as a massive victory for conservatives. The president has also been pushing for a change in policy that would make it easier to fire federal workers at certain agencies, a move that has drawn mixed reactions from lawmakers.
On Capitol Hill, Trump has found an unlikely ally in the form of a Democrat who has voiced support for new tariffs. The president’s GOP allies have praised his new tariff strategy, while Democratic critics argue that it will only make life more difficult for American consumers.
In California, a showdown is brewing over a Biden-era rule that allows the state to ban gas cars in an effort to combat climate change. House Republicans are pushing back against California Governor Gavin Newsom’s ambitious electric vehicle agenda, setting the stage for a heated debate in Congress.
Across America, tensions are rising over Elon Musk’s involvement in the cryptocurrency Dogecoin, with protests erupting at Tesla showrooms and calls for accountability from the Pentagon watchdog. ICE has also deported over 170 criminal migrants from Texas, including a repeat offender with 39 illegal entries.
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