Ben Shapiro on Political Violence
Conservative commentator and podcast host Ben Shapiro stated that there are “permission structures for political violence” across the entire political spectrum, suggesting that divisive rhetoric is not confined to any single party.
Calls for Bipartisan Leadership
At a Capitol Hill press conference, Representative Chrissy Houlahan urged House Speaker Mike Johnson to “call leadership of both parties” in order to reach an agreement that could end the ongoing government shutdown.
Supreme Court Weighs Emergency Tariffs Case
In a major economic dispute before the Supreme Court, President Donald Trump’s authority to impose emergency tariffs faced notable skepticism from conservative justices, including Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch.
“The case may not be a slam dunk for the plaintiffs,” explained CNN’s Chief Supreme Court Analyst Joan Biskupic.
White House Reactions to Election Gains
CNN correspondent Kaitlan Collins reported from the White House, where President Trump reacted strongly to Democrats’ election night wins, criticizing them for failing to end the government shutdown by removing the filibuster.
Democratic Victories in 2025 Elections
Democrats achieved major wins in the first election of President Trump’s second term, securing governorships in Virginia and New Jersey and celebrating Zohran Mamdani’s historic election as New York City’s first Muslim mayor.
Diners at Kabab King in Queens, one of Mamdani’s favorite restaurants, shared their excitement as they watched his victory unfold.
Author’s Summary
This report highlights bipartisan tensions, a Supreme Court challenge to Trump’s trade authority, and significant Democratic victories marking a historic political moment.