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    Former Senator Laments Anti-Trump Congressman’s Primary Loss

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    Former Utah Sen. and one-time Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is mourning the political demise of Sen. Bill Cassidy — calling the Louisiana Republican’s stunning primary loss “a loss for the country.”

    Cassidy became the first elected Republican senator in more than a decade to lose a renomination bid after getting knocked out of Louisiana’s GOP primary Saturday, ending a political career that had been dogged for years by one vote that many conservatives never forgot: his decision to convict President Donald Trump following the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

    “The Senate to now lose an exceptionally brilliant and creative mind, an MD who chairs healthcare, and a person of character,” Romney wrote Sunday on X. “Bill Cassidy’s departure is a loss for the country.”

    But Trump had a very different reaction.

    The president wasted little time celebrating Cassidy’s downfall on Truth Social, taking a victory lap after years of public feuding with the Louisiana senator.

    “His disloyalty to the man who got him elected is now a part of a legend, and it’s nice to see that his political career is OVER!” Trump wrote.

    Cassidy’s defeat had long been viewed as a looming possibility in Republican circles. Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow and Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming finished ahead of Cassidy in Saturday’s contest and now advance to a June runoff after neither candidate secured a majority.

    Sen. John Kennedy suggested nobody should be shocked by the outcome.

    “Unless you’re your god’s perfect idiot, the result was predictable,” Kennedy said on Fox News. “Ground control to Major Tom. The polls have shown for well over a year that Sen. Cassidy was in trouble.”

    He added that Trump’s endorsement of Letlow “was sort of the icing on the cake.”

    Meanwhile, Sen. Lindsey Graham framed Cassidy’s loss as a warning shot to Republicans who break with Trump.

    “There’s no room in this party to destroy his agenda or to destroy him and his family as a Republican,” Graham said during an appearance on NBC’s “Meet the Press.”

    “If you align with Democrats to drive him out of office, like Cassidy did, you’re going to lose.”

    Cassidy, however, used his concession speech to fire off what appeared to be a parting shot at Trump and the election challenges that followed 2020.

    “When you participate in democracy, sometimes it doesn’t turn out the way you want it to,” Cassidy told supporters. “You don’t pout, you don’t whine. You don’t claim the election was stolen. You don’t manufacture some excuse.”

    For Romney, Cassidy’s exit marks the fading influence of one of the GOP’s shrinking anti-Trump bloc.

    The relationship between Romney and Trump has been icy for nearly a decade. Romney sharply criticized Trump during the 2016 presidential race, briefly joined his orbit after the election during a highly publicized meeting over a possible Cabinet role, then became one of Trump’s fiercest Republican critics in the Senate.

    Romney ultimately became the only Republican senator to vote to convict Trump during both impeachment proceedings — first over Ukraine and later over Jan. 6 — putting him on a collision course with Trump and many Republican voters.

    Cassidy joined Romney in the second impeachment vote, one of seven Republican senators who voted to convict. Now, a few years later, Republican voters in Louisiana appeared to deliver their own verdict.

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    Stephen Miller Reportedly Sidelined By Trump Admin.

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    White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy Stephen Miller — long viewed as one of the chief architects of President Donald Trump’s hardline immigration agenda — is reportedly losing influence inside the administration as other top officials gain the president’s ear.

    According to a new report from The Atlantic journalists Michael Scherer and Nick Miroff, Trump has privately expressed concern that Miller’s aggressive instincts sometimes go too far, marking a notable shift for one of the president’s most loyal and powerful longtime advisers.

    The report claims Trump “has also told others in recent weeks that he understands Miller sometimes goes too far.” The alleged change reportedly became more noticeable following unrest in Minneapolis and the death of protester Alex Pretti.

    Trump reportedly “recognized immediately after the second killing in Minneapolis, of the protester Alex Pretti, that the policy needed to shift.” Miller, however, took a far more confrontational tone, referring to Pretti as a “domestic terrorist” in the aftermath of the incident.

    For years, Miller has been one of the most influential figures in Trump’s orbit. The former Senate aide rose to prominence during Trump’s first campaign in 2016 and quickly became the driving force behind many of the administration’s toughest immigration policies, including travel bans, refugee restrictions, and mass deportation proposals.

    Unlike many Trump officials who cycled in and out of the administration, Miller built a uniquely durable relationship with the president. His fiery populist rhetoric and uncompromising stance on immigration made him a hero to many MAGA voters, while critics accused him of pushing excessively punitive policies.

    But according to The Atlantic, recent months have revealed growing divisions within the administration over how aggressively to pursue Trump’s immigration crackdown.

    The report states that Trump backed away from several Miller-backed initiatives after consulting with border czar Tom Homan and other officials. One major example involved a proposal to slash seasonal worker visas by 50%, a move that reportedly alarmed business interests and other administration figures.

    “The new secretary is listening to Tom Homan and Rodney Scott before he is ever listening to Stephen Miller,” one senior administration official told Scherer and Miroff.

    Another former official summed up Miller’s changing position bluntly: “The president knows who he is, period.”

    The Atlantic also reported that while there have been no known clashes between Homan and Miller, the two men have promoted very different strategies for carrying out Trump’s mass-deportation agenda.

    Miller has reportedly pushed for maximizing deportation numbers as quickly as possible, while Homan has favored a more targeted approach focused on illegal immigrants with criminal records.

    “There have been no accounts of clashes or tension between Homan and Miller, and the former has even praised the latter as ‘one of the most brilliant people I’ve met in my entire life,’” the report noted.

    Still, Homan’s influence appears to be growing.

    According to the report, the Department of Homeland Security has quietly reversed several changes Miller pushed earlier in Trump’s second term. One key example involved accelerated training for new ICE recruits.

    Miller had reportedly advocated for shortening ICE academy training to roughly eight weeks in an effort to rapidly expand deportation operations. Veteran officers reportedly warned that the abbreviated training created serious concerns, especially as dropout rates surged among recruits.

    “In recent weeks, ICE reverted to a four-and-a-half-month training program similar to its former academy course,” the report stated, citing three officials familiar with the matter.

    Despite the apparent shift, insiders told The Atlantic that Miller remains deeply embedded in Trump’s inner circle and is not expected to leave the administration anytime soon.

    “White House insiders said that Miller remains a top adviser to the president, that he has a singular relationship to Trump built over the past decade, and that his job is not in jeopardy,” Scherer and Miroff reported.

    The claims stand in stark contrast to earlier reporting that portrayed Miller as perhaps the single most influential policy figure in Trump’s second administration.

    A bombshell report published by The New York Times in March suggested Miller had effectively become the driving force behind major Justice Department priorities.

    “It was clear from the start that Mr. Miller, who is not a lawyer, would exercise control inside the department, current and former Trump aides said,” the Times reported at the time.

    Whether Miller’s reported decline in influence proves temporary or permanent remains unclear. But the emerging picture suggests that even some of Trump’s most trusted allies are now competing for influence as the administration navigates mounting political and public pressure over immigration enforcement and domestic unrest.

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    Inside Stephen Miller’s Push To Preserve Political Power

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    Few political advisers in modern American politics have maintained influence as persistently as Stephen Miller. Long known as the architect behind many of President Donald Trump’s most hardline immigration policies, Miller is once again at the center of intense political scrutiny.

    New reports published by The Daily Beast and widely circulated through media outlets including AOL News describe what insiders characterize as a carefully managed effort by Miller to preserve — and potentially expand — his political influence within the Trump movement.

    According to those reports, Miller has reportedly reduced his public profile while continuing to exercise substantial behind-the-scenes control over immigration strategy and White House operations. Critics describe the effort as a “shadow influence campaign,” while allies argue he remains one of the administration’s most effective policy strategists.

    The story has reignited broader questions about executive power, political loyalty networks, and the role of unelected advisers in shaping federal policy.

    The Reports Behind “Stephen Miller’s Secret Plot to Cling on to Power”

    The current controversy emerged after investigative reporting suggested Miller had intentionally stepped back from public visibility while maintaining substantial operational authority behind the scenes.

    According to reporting cited by The Daily Beast’s PunchUp investigations unit, several senior administration officials claimed Miller’s apparent “retreat” from media appearances was strategic rather than accidental.

    Claims Reported by Media Outlets

    The reports allege that:

    • Miller continues participating in high-level immigration discussions
    • He maintains influence over Department of Homeland Security operations
    • Public-facing responsibilities have shifted toward other officials
    • Internal strategy meetings reportedly still center around Miller’s priorities
    • Political allies remain embedded across federal agencies

    Importantly, many of these claims rely on anonymous sources familiar with internal discussions. No public evidence has emerged proving unlawful conduct or formal attempts to bypass constitutional processes.

    The Department of Homeland Security publicly denied suggestions of internal conflict, stating officials work collaboratively to implement administration priorities.

    The “Quiet Power” Strategy

    One of the most discussed aspects of the latest reporting is the idea that Miller intentionally reduced his public visibility.

    Political analysts say this approach reflects a broader strategy often used by influential White House advisers: remain operationally powerful while avoiding media backlash.

    Reported Strategic Changes

    Public RoleBehind-the-Scenes Activity
    Fewer TV appearancesContinued policy meetings
    Reduced public interviewsCoordination with immigration officials
    Lower social media profileInternal strategy influence
    Delegated public messagingMaintained advisory authority

    Critics argue the strategy allows controversial policy initiatives to continue without attracting the same level of public scrutiny.

    Supporters counter that Miller’s reduced visibility merely reflects an effort to focus on operational efficiency rather than cable news appearances.

    The Role of Tom Homan and DHS Leadership

    Several reports suggest Miller’s influence now overlaps significantly with other immigration hardliners, including Tom Homan.

    Some insiders described Miller and Homan as operating “in lockstep” on immigration strategy.

    The reports also referenced tensions surrounding leadership appointments within DHS and ICE.

    Key Issues Reportedly Under Debate

    • ICE leadership succession
    • Deportation targets
    • Enforcement visibility
    • Recruitment and training standards
    • Public communications strategy

    However, official government statements have rejected narratives of dysfunction or internal rivalry.

    Facts vs. Analysis

    To maintain clarity, it is important to separate verified reporting from interpretation.

    Verified Facts

    • Stephen Miller remains an influential Trump adviser
    • He has played a major role in immigration policy since 2016
    • Multiple outlets reported he reduced public appearances
    • Administration officials confirmed continued coordination between Miller and DHS leadership
    • Internal debates reportedly exist regarding immigration strategy

    Analysis and Interpretation

    • Claims of a “secret plot” are interpretive descriptions, not legal findings
    • Allegations about power consolidation rely heavily on anonymous sourcing
    • Assertions about long-term political ambitions remain speculative
    • No evidence has emerged suggesting unconstitutional activity

    This distinction matters because politically charged headlines often blur the line between factual reporting and analytical framing.

    Conclusion

    The debate surrounding Miller’s role reflects broader tensions inside modern American politics — especially over immigration, executive authority, and the growing role of influential advisers operating outside the public spotlight.

    Verified reporting confirms that Miller remains deeply involved in immigration policy discussions and maintains substantial influence within Trump-aligned political circles.

    As the political landscape continues to evolve heading into the final stretch of another highly contested election cycle, Miller’s growing influence is likely to remain under intense scrutiny from supporters, critics, and media organizations alike.

    For now, one thing remains clear: despite reducing his public profile, Stephen Miller remains one of the most consequential — and controversial — political strategists in Washington.

    This article originally appeared on American Liberty News. Republished with permission.

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    Trump Conducts Surprise Straw Poll As 2028 Speculation Swirls

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    President Donald Trump teased the possibility of a future Republican “dream team” this week, but despite renewed speculation surrounding Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the president has made clear he has not yet chosen a favorite to carry the MAGA mantle into 2028.

    Speaking to a group of law enforcement officials at the White House on Monday, Trump openly polled the crowd about who should succeed him once his second term ends.

    “I don’t know. Who’s it going to be? Is it going to be JD? Is there going to be somebody else? I don’t know,” Trump said before asking attendees directly, “Who likes JD Vance? Who likes Marco Rubio? All right. Sounds like a good ticket.”

    Applause in the room appeared louder for Vance, though Trump quickly clarified he was not offering an endorsement.

    “By the way, I do believe that’s a dream team. But these are minor details. That does not mean you have my endorsement under any circumstance,” Trump said. “But you know … I think it sounds like presidential candidate and vice presidential candidate.”

    The remarks immediately fueled speculation about the shape of the 2028 Republican primary field, which is increasingly viewed as likely to revolve around Vance and Rubio — two rising stars who have become central figures in Trump’s administration and broader MAGA movement.

    Trump himself has repeatedly suggested Vance is currently the favorite to inherit the movement, while also leaving the door open to Rubio playing a major role.

    Last August, Trump said Vance would “most likely” be the GOP nominee in 2028.

    “Well, I think most likely, in all fairness,” Trump said at the time. “He’s the vice president. I think Marco is also somebody that maybe would get together with JD in some form.”

    Still, Trump stopped short of a formal endorsement then as well.

    “I also think we have incredible people, some of the people on the stage right here, so it’s too early obviously to talk about it,” he added. “But certainly, [Vance] is doing a great job, and he would be probably favored at this point.”

    Rubio, for his part, publicly signaled support for Vance last year, telling Vanity Fair: “If JD Vance runs for president, he’s going to be our nominee, and I’ll be one of the first people to support him.”

    Yet speculation about Rubio’s own ambitions has only intensified as he has emerged as one of the administration’s most visible and influential officials, juggling a growing list of high-profile responsibilities within Trump’s orbit.

    At the same time, some political observers believe the eventual 2028 field may not unfold the way many Republicans currently expect.

    Political analyst Mark Halperin argued Friday that Vance and Rubio are unlikely to engage in a bruising primary battle against one another despite widespread media speculation.

    “We get to what I think is driving a lot of this, besides people loving Marco Rubio — and a lot people in my sources do — is Vance,” Halperin said during his online show.

    Halperin pointed to concerns among some Republicans about Vance’s public image and political style, arguing Rubio may have advantages in traditional campaign settings.

    “I will say that in the next two years, as people in the party and the media are comparing Rubio and Vance side by side, I don’t think Vance can win the performance competition,” Halperin said. “I think Rubio has improved enough and the perceptions are such that Vance is going to have a hard time.”

    Still, Halperin ultimately predicted that if Vance decides to run, Rubio would likely avoid challenging him directly.

    “These two guys are genuine friends,” Halperin said. “You cannot beat an incumbent vice president running for president unless you rip their face off. That’s just the way our politics work.”

    Halperin floated another possibility that has received relatively little attention so far: Vance and Rubio eventually joining forces on a single ticket.

    “If Vance runs, I think they’ll run together,” he said. “I think they’ll be a ticket, and they may even announce as a ticket from the beginning of the campaign.”

    He also suggested there remains a real possibility Vance could ultimately decline to run altogether, citing the intense scrutiny presidential campaigns place on candidates and their families.

    “So if Vance chooses not to run, and I think that’s a possibility, probably because of his kids, I think Rubio will be in an extremely strong position,” Halperin said.

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    For now, however, Trump appears content to encourage speculation without settling the question himself.

    While Vance remains widely viewed as the early frontrunner thanks to his position as vice president and close alignment with Trump’s political movement, Rubio’s growing stature within the administration has made him impossible to ignore in conversations about the GOP’s post-Trump future.

    And despite the president’s playful “dream team” comments this week, Trump has repeatedly emphasized one thing above all else: the race to succeed him is still far from decided.

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    Man Arrested After Theatening To Bomb White House and Kill Trump, Marco Rubio, Pam Bondi

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    Federal agents hauled in a Florida man accused of unleashing a string of violent online threats against President Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and former Attorney General Pam Bondi — including chilling posts about bombing the White House and using a gun against the commander in chief.

    Nathaniel Sanders II, 32, appeared in federal court Monday after prosecutors say he spent months posting alarming threats on social media targeting top officials, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida.

    The feds say Sanders repeatedly threatened to kill Trump, Rubio and Bondi in posts shared between January and April.

    One of the most disturbing messages allegedly posted to X read: “Imma bomb the (expletive) White House.”

    In another alleged video posted to Instagram, Sanders invoked first lady Melania Trump while talking about owning a firearm.

    “I don’t know what to do Melania, like, all I got is a gun. It’s the only thing I can use now is a gun,” Sanders allegedly said, according to the criminal complaint.

    Rubio was also allegedly targeted in a separate video.

    “Like when I get my hands on him, I’m gonna hurt him. Simple as that,” Sanders allegedly said.

    Federal prosecutors didn’t mince words about the seriousness of the threats.

    “Threats against public officials are not political speech,” U.S. Attorney Jason A. Reding Quiñones said in a statement.

    “They are serious federal crimes that endanger public safety and the rule of law. The complaint alleges that this defendant repeatedly threatened to assassinate the President of the United States and other senior officials,” he added.

    “Those allegations will now be tested in court. Our Office will continue working with the U.S. Secret Service and our law enforcement partners to investigate threats, protect public officials, and ensure that those who violate federal law are held accountable.”

    Sanders has been charged with threatening the president of the United States and transmitting threats in interstate commerce. If convicted, he faces up to 10 years in federal prison.

    The investigation involved the U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Capitol Police, U.S. Diplomatic Security Service and the Miami Beach Police Department.

    “Making threats against the President of the United States is a federal crime, and we treat it with the seriousness it deserves every time,” said Michael Townsend, special agent in charge of the Secret Service’s Miami Field Office.

    “It does not matter where the threat is made or what platform is used, our agents will identify you, investigate you, and work alongside our federal and local partners to bring charges when appropriate,” Townsend added. “We remain relentless in our mission to protect the President and to act swiftly against anyone who puts others at risk.”

    A Secret Service spokesperson told Fox News Digital that Sanders’ arrest stemmed from a “protective intelligence investigation” designed to identify dangerous threats before suspects can act on them.

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    Trump Leads Early Odds for Nobel Peace Prize After ‘Snub’ — Bookmakers Say 2026 Could Be His Year

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    President Donald Trump is already the man to beat for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize — at least according to one major European bookmaker.

    U.K.-based William Hill has installed Trump as the early favorite, giving him 3/1 odds to take home the prestigious award — despite the fact that the secretive Nobel Committee hasn’t even confirmed its list of nominees yet.

    The betting giant says Trump was “overlooked” in 2025 — when the prize instead went to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado — but believes this year could be different.

    “Trump is the leading contender,” said spokesperson Lee Phelps, putting his chances at roughly 25%.

    That’s actually a dip from late last year, when oddsmakers were even more bullish on Trump’s chances — but he still tops the field.

    From ‘Snub’ to Front-Runner

    Trump allies were vocal last year after Machado took the prize for her fight for democracy in Venezuela.

    Many supporters argued Trump deserved recognition for his foreign policy moves during his second term — including efforts to broker peace in global conflicts.

    Adding fuel to that argument: Machado herself later honored Trump in a highly symbolic gesture, presenting him with her Nobel medal at the White House as a sign of gratitude for his role in Venezuela’s political shift.

    (While the Nobel Committee made clear the award itself can’t be transferred, the moment still sent a powerful message.)

    Trump Makes His Case

    Trump hasn’t exactly been shy about his ambitions.

    The president has repeatedly said he deserves the Nobel, pointing to what he claims are multiple ended conflicts and major breakthroughs on the world stage.

    “I should have gotten it four or five times,” he’s said in the past — a line that continues to resonate with his supporters.

    What Happens Next?

    As always, the Nobel process remains tightly under wraps. Hundreds of candidates are nominated each year by lawmakers, academics, and past winners — but the official shortlist is never made public.

    The winner of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced in October.

    Until then, Trump sits in a familiar position: at the center of global attention — and, this time, at the top of the odds board.

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    Trump-backed Candidates Win Big In Indiana

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    President Donald Trump just sent a thunderous warning shot to the GOP establishment — and Indiana Republicans who crossed him are paying the price.

    In a stunning early midterm showing, Trump-backed primary challengers are on track to topple at least five of the seven Indiana state senators who defied the president last year on a controversial redistricting vote, according to ABC News.

    The races, usually ignored by national media and flooded with only modest cash, suddenly became political war zones after Trump vowed revenge against Republicans who sided with Democrats to block a congressional map overhaul designed to strengthen GOP power in Washington.

    And voters appear to have listened.

    The seven targeted incumbents were among 21 Republican state senators who broke ranks last year and voted against the mid-decade redistricting proposal — a move that infuriated Trump and his allies.

    Now, most of them are heading for the exits.

    One incumbent, state Sen. Greg Goode, narrowly survived against a Trump-endorsed challenger. Another, state Sen. Spencer Deery, remained locked in a razor-thin battle late Tuesday night against Trump-backed Paula Copenhaver.

    But nearly everywhere else, Trump’s handpicked candidates surged to victory.

    Even in a district where the anti-redistricting incumbent chose not to seek reelection, the Trump-endorsed candidate was projected to win — underscoring the president’s growing influence deep inside Republican state politics.

    Trump celebrated the victories Tuesday night with a flurry of triumphant social media posts highlighting the winning candidates alongside his own image — a clear signal that he sees the results as a major political flex heading into the 2026 midterms.

    The outcome is especially notable because these races became some of the most expensive state Senate primaries Indiana has seen in years. Trump-aligned groups and outside organizations poured millions into defeating the incumbents, overwhelming candidates who were unprepared for a nationalized political assault.

    The clashes also exposed lingering divisions inside the Republican Party.

    In one closely watched contest, former Vice President Mike Pence backed incumbent state Sen. Jim Buck, breaking publicly with Trump. But Pence’s support wasn’t enough. Trump-endorsed challenger Tracey Powell defeated Buck decisively Tuesday night.

    The Indiana results are likely to energize Trump allies nationwide, who see the victories as proof that Republican voters remain fiercely loyal to the president — and willing to punish GOP officials viewed as disloyal.

    For establishment Republicans hoping Trump’s grip on the party might weaken ahead of the midterms, Indiana delivered a very different message.

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    Ron DeSantis Inching Toward 2028 White House Bid

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    Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is ramping up his national profile as he quietly lays the groundwork for a potential 2028 presidential run, traveling across the country to sharpen his message, build alliances and move past his bruising 2024 loss to President Trump.

    The term-limited governor, 47, kicked off the week at the Milken Institute’s global conference in Beverly Hills and is set to headline the New York Republican Party’s annual gala May 19 at the Plaza Hotel in Manhattan — high-profile appearances that signal growing national ambitions.

    “I’m in my mid-40s. [20]28, you know, maybe beyond that, I think that there’s a lot of runway,” DeSantis said Monday when asked about another White House bid.

    “Who knows? Like, you never know,” he added during a moderated discussion with The New York Post’s Charles Gasparino — before pivoting into what sounded like a campaign-style pitch.

    “Who took a state that had more Democrats than Republicans by 300,000 when he got elected [in 2018], and now has 1.5 million more Republicans?” DeSantis said, pointing to his own record.

    “Who had a state that had a trillion-dollar economy and now has $1.8 trillion? Who has a state that had some school choice, now universal? A 50-year low in the crime rate? So we’ve got a good story to tell.”

    Behind the scenes, Republican insiders say DeSantis’ intentions are hardly a secret.

    “It’s not been a secret he’s running,” one GOP insider told The Post.

    “I think DeSantis totally thinks he can win,” added a Florida-based operative. “He’d be top two in Iowa for sure.”

    Still, the path forward is complicated. While Trump himself appears to have cooled tensions following their bitter 2024 primary clash — in which DeSantis dropped out after a distant second-place finish in Iowa — some of Trump’s allies are eager for a rematch.

    “Team Trump is chomping at the bit to destroy DeSantis one more time,” a longtime Trump operative said.

    Once viewed as the GOP’s rising star capable of channeling Trump-era populism into a more disciplined conservative agenda, DeSantis has spent the past year repairing ties with the president. He is even seen as a possible cabinet contender when his gubernatorial term ends.

    “His lane is: most competent and effective governor in our nation’s history who consistently delivers on every promise he makes,” said Carly Bird, DeSantis’ former national spokesperson.

    Another GOP operative agreed that the governor retains a strong appeal.

    “A lot of people like DeSantis,” the operative said. “This is a guy that I believe sees there’s a window to run for president — you don’t know how long it stays open, and once it’s closed, that’s it.”

    In recent months, DeSantis has taken steps widely viewed as olive branches to Trump. He signed legislation renaming West Palm Beach’s airport in Trump’s honor and helped facilitate plans for Trump’s presidential library in Miami. The two have also been seen golfing together, projecting a more cordial relationship after the president’s 2024 attacks, which included nicknames like “DeSanctimonious” and “Meatball Ron.”

    One of DeSantis’ most significant recent moves came Monday, when he approved a redrawing of Florida’s congressional map expected to net Republicans four additional House seats — a shift that could offset anticipated GOP losses elsewhere and help protect the party’s majority.

    Despite the thaw at the top, skepticism lingers among Trump loyalists, and the 2028 field is already taking shape.

    Polling and party chatter suggest Vice President JD Vance is currently well-positioned, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio is gaining traction among key GOP circles.

    “You hear a lot more about Rubio. Rubio is the guy,” the Florida operative said. “Vance has his pockets, but overwhelmingly Rubio is the guy among most people … even, say, in Palm Beach.”

    Others see the race as wide open.

    “It’s JD’s race to lose right now,” said a former DeSantis staffer. “That said, there’s a million new cycles between now and a primary — anything can happen with a coalition that’s showing cracks.”

    That same former aide emphasized DeSantis’ governing record but questioned whether his political operation has adapted since 2024.

    “DeSantis is by far the most effective, results-driven conservative executive in recent memory, but it remains to be seen if his team learned the right lessons from the [2024] campaign,” the aide said.

    “The country would be better off in every way should he stay on the national stage. The moves he makes in the coming months should be very revealing.”

    DeSantis’ biography remains a core part of his political identity. The son of a TV ratings box installer, he played baseball at Yale and later graduated from Harvard Law School. He served in the Navy, including a deployment to Iraq, before entering politics and winning a House seat in 2012. He narrowly captured the Florida governorship in 2018 and secured a landslide reelection victory in 2022.

    Yet questions about his political style persist. Critics — particularly within Trump’s orbit — continue to point to his perceived awkwardness and past clashes with the former president.

    “No matter how many influencers he pays off, Ron will never be the heir to the MAGA movement,” one Trump-aligned operative said.

    Another former Trump White House official was even more blunt, calling DeSantis “as authentic as a strip mall Santa.”

    Trump himself, however, has struck a more measured tone, recently saying he would consider DeSantis for a cabinet role because “I think he’s good — doing a good job.”

    For now, most observers expect DeSantis to remain outside the administration and focus instead on positioning himself for another national campaign.

    Whether that effort succeeds may depend on how effectively he balances his record as a conservative governor with the shifting dynamics of a Republican Party still heavily influenced by Trump — and increasingly crowded with ambitious contenders eyeing 2028.

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    Report: Trump Quietly Coaxing Senate Dem To Switch Political Party

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    President Trump and Senate Republicans are making a bold, behind-the-scenes play: trying to lure Sen. John Fetterman out of the Democratic Party — and into the GOP’s column.

    According to Politico’s Jonathan Martin, some Republicans believe they could cling to Senate control even if they lose multiple seats this fall — if they can convince the Pennsylvania Democrat to switch sides.

    “Trump has made the sell, offering his patented total and complete endorsement plus a financial windfall to the Pennsylvanian,” Martin reported. Behind the scenes, GOP senators have also been “gently feeling out Fetterman” about the idea of defecting, according to multiple high-level Republican officials.

    So far, Fetterman is holding the line — publicly, at least.

    “I’m not changing,” he said. “I’m a Democrat and I’m staying one.”

    But the intrigue hasn’t died down.

    When one Republican floated the idea of Fetterman becoming an independent, the senator didn’t shut it down outright — he “absorbed the suggestion and didn’t embrace or reject the overture,” according to a GOP official familiar with the exchange.

    And in Washington, actions often speak louder than words.

    Fetterman has increasingly drifted from his Democratic colleagues, skipping party luncheons and spending hours with Republicans during Senate votes. He’s developed a friendly rapport with Senate Majority Leader John Thune — the two reportedly text regularly — and has been spotted hanging out in the GOP cloakroom, once considered off-limits territory for Democrats.

    His growing ties to Republicans extend beyond politics. According to Martin, Fetterman has formed close relationships with Sen. Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Sen. Katie Britt (R-AL), along with their spouses — relationships some insiders believe could ultimately influence his political future.

    At the same time, Fetterman has been openly at odds with his own party on key issues — especially immigration.

    “The Democratic Party… we became an open border party, without a doubt. And now that’s wrong,” Fetterman said in a recent interview. “I support to make our border more secure, and deport all of the criminals right now.”

    Still, he insists a full switch isn’t in the cards.

    “So I can’t be a Republican because in many other areas, I disagree… but I’m staying in my party,” he said.

    Even so, his standing among Democrats appears shaky. When asked about his relationships within the caucus, Fetterman laughed before answering: “Well, I mean, cordial… but I’m not necessarily the popular guy.”

    Threats Add a Dark Backdrop

    The political maneuvering comes amid a disturbing real-world threat targeting both Fetterman and Trump.

    Federal authorities recently arrested a Pennsylvania man — who had just launched a Senate campaign against Fetterman — after he allegedly left a series of violent voicemails threatening the senator, his family, and the president.

    According to court filings, Raymond Eugene Chandler III is accused of making graphic threats over the course of a year. In one message, he allegedly warned that Fetterman and his daughter would be dragged from their home and have their “throat… slit.”

    Days later, prosecutors say, he escalated further — urging Fetterman to assassinate Trump.

    “Walk into the Oval Office with a gun in your hand… put it to the President’s head… and… pull the trigger,” the caller said, according to investigators.

    Authorities say the threats prompted increased security for lawmakers and their families, part of a broader surge in political violence and intimidation nationwide.

    In a bizarre twist, Chandler posted a YouTube video announcing his Senate campaign just hours before his arrest, pitching a far-left platform that included wealth taxes, universal basic income, and abolishing ICE.

    High Stakes, High Drama

    For Republicans, flipping Fetterman would be a political earthquake — and a potential lifeline in a tight Senate map.

    For now, the senator remains a Democrat — but with Trump making his pitch, GOP senators keeping the door open, and tensions rising both politically and personally, Washington is watching closely.

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    Trump Calls To Impeach Democrat Leader Over Supreme Court Comments

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    President Donald Trump is turning up the heat on House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries — and floating a move that isn’t even constitutionally possible.

    In a fiery Truth Social post Sunday night, Trump demanded to know why the New York Democrat isn’t being impeached after branding the U.S. Supreme Court “illegitimate” over its latest Voting Rights Act ruling.

    “Hakeem Jeffries, a Low IQ individual, said our Supreme Court is ‘illegitimate.’ After saying such a thing, isn’t he subject to Impeachment?” Trump wrote. “I got impeached for A PERFECT PHONE CALL. Where are you Republicans? Why not get it started? They’ll be doing this to me! President DONALD J. TRUMP.”

    The post quickly ignited backlash — and confusion — since members of Congress aren’t subject to impeachment under the Constitution. Instead, lawmakers can only be expelled by a two-thirds vote of their chamber.

    Still, Trump’s message was clear: he wants Jeffries gone.

    The clash comes days after the Supreme Court’s 6–3 decision striking down Louisiana’s second majority-Black congressional district, ruling it was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander.

    Chief Justice John Roberts described the district as a “snake” drawn along racial lines, while Justice Samuel Alito called the map an “unconstitutional gerrymander” and framed the ruling as an “update” to how courts interpret the Voting Rights Act.

    Trump praised the decision, calling it the “kind of ruling I like.”

    Jeffries, meanwhile, unloaded on the high court.

    “Today’s decision by this illegitimate Supreme Court majority strikes a blow against the Voting Rights Act and is designed to undermine the ability of communities of color all across this country to elect their candidate of choice,” he said.

    “It’s an unacceptable decision, but not an unexpected decision,” Jeffries added. “Because this isn’t even really the Roberts Court. It’s the Trump Court.”

    He also accused the ruling of helping Trump “scheme to suppress the vote and rig” upcoming elections.

    Trump wasn’t having it — and fired back with his impeachment call, even as constitutional reality undercuts the demand.

    Jeffries brushed off the attack with a short jab of his own on X: “Jeffries Derangement Syndrome,” a play on Trump’s long-used “Trump Derangement Syndrome” line.

    The ruling has sparked outrage across liberal media circles, with commentators like Al Sharpton, Abby Phillip, and legal analyst Paul Butler slamming the decision and arguing it shows the court does not “respect” the rights of minority voters.

    But for Trump, the focus isn’t the ruling — it’s the rhetoric.

    And he’s making it clear he wants Republicans to escalate the fight.

    Trump’s demand — even if constitutionally misplaced — comes at a time when expulsion threats are no longer theoretical on Capitol Hill.

    Just weeks ago, Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) resigned from Congress as sexual misconduct allegations mounted and colleagues began weighing an expulsion vote.

    “I am aware of efforts to bring an immediate expulsion vote against me and other members,” Swalwell said at the time. “Expelling anyone in Congress without due process… is wrong. But it’s also wrong for my constituents to have me distracted from my duties. Therefore, I plan to resign my seat in Congress.”

    Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) stepped down the same week under similar pressure, with both lawmakers facing potential removal by their colleagues.

    Most recently, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) announced she is resigning from the House of Representatives after Republicans vowed to force a vote to expel her from the chamber for committing a bevy of violations involving financial misconduct. 

    “Rather than play these political games, I choose to step away so I can devote my time to fighting for my neighbors in Florida’s 20th District,” she wrote on social media. “I hereby resign from the 119th Congress, effective immediately.”

    “This fight is far from over,” Cherfilus-McCormick, who was indicted by a grand jury last year for allegedly stealing COVID-19 emergency funds, added in her statement. 

    The House Ethics Committee found “clear and convincing evidence” in March that the Florida Democrat misused federal disaster relief money that was improperly paid to her family’s healthcare company, among other misconduct. 

    She is facing 53 years in prison as part of a separate criminal indictment.

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