|
|
|
|
|
WHAT WE’RE WATCHING
|
|
|
| ⚔️ Trump pushed back against Tucker’s criticism. President Trump defended his support for Israel’s strikes on Iran against Tucker Carlson’s critique that the president is abandoning key MAGA values. Trump stressed that he’s “the one that developed ‘America First,’” and so he is “the one that decides” what it means. Carlson is a massively influential media figure on the Right — this tension may lead to a more profound split between Trump and certain “anti-war” conservatives. |
| 📰 Rupert Murdoch pushed Trump against an Iran deal. Fox chairman Rupert Murdoch reportedly pressured Trump to abandon nuclear negotiations with Iran, being “all over Trump all the time” about the issue. Murdoch also supposedly “privately complained to confidants about [Trump envoy Steve] Witkoff’s efforts.” This behind-the-scenes campaign reveals the ongoing intervention from wealthy elites in Trump’s affairs. |
| 🪖 Trump held a military parade in Washington, DC. At the US Army’s 250th anniversary parade in the nation’s capital, President Trump saluted soldiers and recounted victories from the Revolution through the war on terror. He addressed thousands of cheering attendees as US troops and military equipment were displayed. The event’s spectacle highlighted how Trump uses pageantry to rally national pride and reinforce his administration’s image as unapologetically pro-American. |
| 🏅 Simone Biles apologized after clashing with Riley Gaines. Olympic champion Biles apologized for personal attacks against champion swimmer and conservative activist Riley Gaines during their heated exchange over men competing in women’s sports. Biles clarified she wasn’t advocating for “policies that compromise fairness in women’s sports” while still supporting “inclusivity.” Her retreat signals how unpopular Biles’ “inclusive” position has become, and how most people recognize that men should not compete against women. |
|
|
|
|
INSIDER RADAR
|
Charlie Kirk on US involvement in the Middle East
|
|
|
| Insiders behind the paywall: Charlie Kirk, Curt Mills, Mark Levin, Tucker Carlson, and Matt Walsh. |
|
|
|
|
QUICK AND IMPORTANT
|
- The Daily Wire’s Michael Knowles released two polls showing contradictory results: 89 percent of respondents believe the US should avoid war with Iran, yet the same number believe Trump should not “allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon.”
- Conservative activist Chris Rufo revealed that defense giant Lockheed Martin awarded bonuses based on race, requiring managers to swap 18 white employees for 18 minorities regardless of performance.
- Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) slammed Governor JB Pritzker (D-IL) during a congressional hearing over illegal immigration, anti-ICE funding, and transgender policies.
- CBS News ignited social media outrage for promoting “No Kings Day” anti-Trump protest merchandise.
|
|
|
|
|
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
|
|
|
When the Right goes too far with Xaviaer DuRousseau
|
| Xaviaer DuRousseau is a former BLM activist turned conservative commentator and the host of Respectfully, Xaviaer at PragerU. |
| In this conversation, he breaks down how parts of the Right are drifting into dangerous territory, how Gen Z is changing the political game, and why the Israel conversation has gone completely off the rails, especially since October 7… |
| Read Now |
|
|
|
| _JOIN THE DISCUSSION_ |
Are you optimistic about where Gen Z will take the conservative movement?
|
|
|
| Comments are open for everyone. |
|
|
|
|
Israel’s strikes fracture MAGA
|
|
|
| WHAT’S HAPPENING |
| Israel’s recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities have splintered President Donald Trump’s MAGA coalition. |
| Traditional pro-Israel Republicans now find themselves at odds with the “America First” non-interventionists who make up a large portion of Trump’s base… |
|
|
|
|
|
| _JOIN THE DISCUSSION_ |
Do you agree more with the pro-Israel side or the anti-interventionist side?
|
|
|
| Comments are for members only. |
|
|
|
|
MEDIA BIAS SPOTTER
|
How left and right outlets frame the DC military parade
|
|
|
| Mentioned behind the paywall: The Washington Post, Bloomberg, The Daily Wire, and Breitbart. |
|
|
|
|
THE DAILY DEBATE
|
📊 Do you agree more with the pro-Israel side or the anti-interventionist side? (Don’t forget to comment under the article!)
Results will be in tomorrow’s newsletter |
| 🇮🇱 Pro-Israel (Shapiro, Levin, etc.) |
| 🚫 No War (Carlson, Bannon, etc.) |
| 🤔 Unsure |
| 💬 Other (Comment) |
|
|
|
POLL RESULTS FROM YESTERDAY
|
Should Israel push hard for regime change in Iran?
|
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 👍 Yes (830)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 👎 No (103)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 🤔 Unsure (109)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 💬 Other (13) |
| 👍 Yes: “Without regime change, terrorism in the region will continue to flourish, with Israel the primary target.” — Zoe
👎 No: “Lasting political change should come from within. Outside meddling will cause great resentment.” — Dave
🤔 Unsure: “If Israel can diminish the effectiveness of the IRGC then maybe the Iranians can have a chance to decide the government they want.” — Gerry
💬 Other: “Not Israel’s place to cause a change. It is their place to defend itself.” — Eleanor |
|
| 1,055 votes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
POP QUIZ
|
What did Rupert Murdoch push Trump to do?
|
| Leak Iran plans |
| Ditch Iran negotiations |
| Back the Iranian regime |
| Build “Trump Palace Tehran” |
|
|
|
|
| Today’s newsletter was written by Brandon Goldman and Ari David. We scoured 100s of sources to bring you stories and insights you won’t find in the mainstream media. |
| |
|
|
|
| 🔎 Tip line: See something the media won’t touch? Got a story from your campus, community, or company that needs exposure? Send tips, questions, or ideas to tips@upward.news. |
|
|
|
Unlock full access
|
| Get everything members love — complete daily news, expert analysis, and premium coverage on geopolitics, D.C., and the conservative movement. |
|
|
|
