📰 What Musk’s fracture with Trump means for GOP’s future: ‘Beating heart of the Republican Party’
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk have had a tumultuous relationship, with Musk unveiling the “America Party” in response to Trump’s policies. Despite Musk’s efforts, experts believe his third-party endeavor is unlikely to gain traction, with Republican strategist Matt Gorman suggesting it will not succeed. Musk’s financial support for lawmakers who oppose Trump’s agenda has raised questions about his influence compared to Trump’s endorsement. Political columnist Kristin Tate believes Musk should focus on shaping politics within the Republican Party rather than pursuing a third-party effort. While there is growing interest in a third party, a Quinnipiac University poll shows that the majority of voters are not supportive of a party affiliated with Musk.
📰 SCOOP: Top Hegseth aide resigns from Pentagon after 6 months of service: ‘Incredibly inspiring’
A top advisor to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Justin Fulcher, has left the Pentagon after six months of service. Fulcher resigned on his own accord, having originally planned to serve for six months. He praised Hegseth’s work for the troops and the country. The Department of Defense expressed gratitude for Fulcher’s service on behalf of President Trump and Secretary Hegseth. Fulcher contributed to defense initiatives, including reviews of acquisition programs and modernizing IT systems.
Fulcher supported Hegseth in high-level meetings across the Indo-Pacific and efforts to redirect funds into readiness and defense programs. He emphasized progress in revitalizing the warrior ethos and rebuilding the military. Fulcher announced his departure after completing six months of service, calling the experience inspiring. His departure is part of a broader reshuffling of senior personnel in Hegseth’s office, with at least six aides leaving since January. Fulcher intends to remain active in national security circles.
Fulcher’s next steps are unclear, but he expressed his commitment to championing American warfighters in the future. The Pentagon has not yet named a replacement for Fulcher.
📰 Minnesota state lawmaker convicted of felony burglary after breaking into stepmom’s home
Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell was convicted of felony burglary after breaking into her stepmother’s home. Despite pressure to resign, some defended her right to due process, including Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy. Murphy stated that Mitchell intended to resign if found guilty, and the caucus remains focused on important issues. Mitchell was arrested for breaking into her stepmother’s home to retrieve her late father’s items, claiming her stepmother had Alzheimer’s. Mitchell was caught on bodycam admitting her actions and expressed her struggles during the incident. She faces a potential jail sentence of six months to 20 years, with no sentencing date set yet.
📰 Cuomo quips ‘even I will move to Florida’ if Mamdani wins NYC mayoral bid
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo joked about moving to Florida if Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani wins the NYC mayor’s race, despite planning to challenge him as an independent. The remark, made at a Hamptons breakfast, highlighted concerns over the city’s political direction. The event was hosted by businessman John Catsimatidis, whose supermarket chains could be affected by Mamdani’s proposal for government-run grocery stores. Guests at the event included prominent figures like RXR Realty Chairman Bruce Mosler and former Cuomo aide Melissa DeRosa. Cuomo’s senior adviser defended the comment, emphasizing the stakes in the election and criticizing Mamdani’s platform as unrealistic.
Cuomo criticized Mamdani as a “dangerously inexperienced, hate-spewing socialist” and dismissed his policies as unrealistic. He also took aim at Mayor Eric Adams, accusing him of incompetence and inability to focus. Adams responded by suggesting Cuomo should move to Florida if he’s serious. The NYC mayoral race, which also includes Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa, has become highly unconventional. Cuomo’s campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News.
📰 DOJ investigating George Mason University’s hiring practices over alleged discrimination
The Justice Department is investigating George Mason University for potential discriminatory hiring practices, focusing on whether the university violated Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon emphasized that denying equal employment opportunities based on race and sex is unlawful and un-American. The DOJ has initiated a full investigation into GMU following concerns that race and sex may have influenced faculty hiring decisions under President Gregory Washington. This probe comes after President James Ryan of the University of Virginia resigned amid pressure from the Trump administration regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Trump administration has prioritized addressing DEI policies in government and educational institutions, launching initiatives like the “End DEI” Portal to gather reports on perceived DEI issues in publicly funded schools.
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