Israel’s Knesset has just approved a bill to dissolve itself in a first reading, setting the stage for early elections, potentially between Sept. 8 and Oct. 20 - Haaretz

Yes, delegates to the Minnesota Republican Party’s convention voted to hold a moment of silent prayer for Derek Chauvin, who was convicted of murdering George Floyd. www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/u...

This is not a typo. Pentagon designates its press office a classified area www.straitstimes.com/world/united...

Why Trump Is Suddenly Asking Americans to Look Away www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/...

As five year old boys would do.

Previewing California’s Primary Elections and High-Stakes Governor’s Race www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/u...

Stock futures tick lower after all three major indexes close at new records www.cnbc.com/2026/06/01/s...

Trump Administration to Dismantle Ocean Monitoring System Critical to Climate and Ocean Research www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/c...

All These Defeats Are Ruining Trump’s Birthday www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...

Trump Finds High-Wire Iran Negotiations ‘Very Boring’ By David Sanger www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/u...

“.. The U.S. is now spending more on data center construction than on public transportation infrastructure, according to new Census Bureau figures out today.” @bloomberg.com www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

CASSIDY tells me he’s not yet convinced the Trump admin is dropping the $1.8B weaponization fund. He’s still open to voting for legislation to shut the fund down.

The high prices we're seeing at gas pumps across America are directly because of Donald Trump's war on Iran and his disruption of the global energy supply. The worst part? Trump doesn't even bother to care that Americans are struggling.

Positively shameful.

"You're f-ing crazy": Trump fumes at Netanyahu in today’s call on Lebanon www.axios.com/2026/06/01/t...

Inside the Ebola Outbreak www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/w...

Trump’s Consumer Watchdog Lets Big Business Out of Millions Owed www.bloomberg.com/features/202...

I would remind everyone: a pause is just a pause. Don’t believe for a moment Trump gives up that easily. www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

Mills Reminds Maine Voters She’s ‘Still on the Ballot’ for Senate Amid Platner Controversy www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/u...

Iran's IRGC says it targeted 'US-owned' commercial vessel with cruise missile - Al Jazeera

Putin has been told by senior Russian officials that the war in Ukraine is becoming unaffordable, the most serious sign of internal division in Moscow since the full-scale invasion began www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Cindy McCain: Today marks my last day at @WFP—and the end of one of the most pivotal chapters of my life. In three years, we raised $25B to save and change millions of lives. From conflicts to climate shocks, the forces driving hunger have never been more relentless.

NEW: Trump administration appears to back off $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund after rare GOP backlash DOJ says it'll "abide by" court ruling blocking it. Democrats don't buy it, and say they'll continue to push legislation to kill the fund permanently. www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...

This creates long-term damage to US military. "In a move that disproportionately targets women and minority officers... Hegseth recently blocked the promotions of at least seven Navy officers." GOP and Dems on Armed Services Committee upset by these moves, with senior DoD unable to explain.

Danish Leader Wins Third Term After Record-Long Coalition Talks www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Prime Minister Netanyahu says he has told President Trump if Hezbollah doesn't cease attacking Israeli cities and citizens "Israel will attack terror targets in Beirut. This stance of ours remains unchanged. In parallel, the IDF will continue to operate as planned in southern Lebanon.”

3/ DOJ statement says only: "will abide by the Court’s ruling."⤵️ That ruling is temporary order while litigation proceeds. Reporting sounds broader than complying with temporary order, but instead responding to political concerns from Republicans on Hill etc to drop the fund.

Meanwhile:

Former NYT Columnist Paul Krugman Calls for ‘De-MAGAfication’ of USA: ‘Similar to the Denazification’ of Germany Post-WWII www.mediaite.com/politics/ex-...

the trump official — who led the siege & occupation of Minneapolis — admitting to having an ongoing dialogue/rapport with Martin Sellner, a straight-up Nazi who influenced the Christchurch shooter, while speaking at a conference about remigration (read: ethnic cleansing) is a pretty big deal!

Imagine the worst possible ways to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our country. That'll get you straight to what Trump's got planned and is now unveiling: A tsunami of gut-wrenching national humiliations. My latest. www.thedailybeast.com/trump-reveal...

Good question:

> @punchbowlnews.bsky.social

Trump’s $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Dead—Reportedly After GOP Threats www.forbes.com/sites/alison...

"It's dead for now," a senior administration source said. Scoop by @marcacaputo.bsky.social: Trump Admin Plans to Drop "Weaponization" Fund Pro tip on the law: This should not stop Judge Williams looking into whether a fraud was committed on the court.

The Trump administration plans to drop its controversial $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund the president sought to compensate alleged victims of prosecutorial conduct under his predecessor, two senior administration officials told Axios. www.axios.com/2026/06/01/t...

Divided appeals court panel rules Trump administration policy illegally banned transgender troops from military service. apnews.com/live/trump-a...

Anti-Trump group can keep flying ‘86-47’ flag near National Mall, judge rules www.politico.com/news/2026/06...

Now Trump says talks with Iran are continuing

Trump says Hezbollah will stop the firing toward Israel, Israel will not attack Hezbollah

WOW. @oliverdarcy.bsky.social obtained audio of the new 60 Minutes executive producer Nick Bilton’s meeting with the show talent and staff today, and veteran 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley absolutely went for it. Def worth the read. Full Story: bit.ly/4vnu2jj

The United States bears responsibility for violations of the ceasefire with Iran and ceasefire violations committed by Israel in Lebanon, Iran’s foreign ministry says in a statement.

Fascism on the right. Communism on the left. Ancient antisemitic conspiracies seemingly everywhere. Tariffs. War in Europe. Gilded Age corruption. So many bad ideas re-emerging all at once. Why? www.nytimes.com/2026/05/31/o...

Tehran suspends talks with U.S. over Israeli attacks in Lebanon: Trump said in a phone interview with NBC News that he had not been informed of the decision, adding “I don’t particularly want to talk either.”

Trump Tells CNBC: ‘I Don’t Care’ If Iran Negotiations Are Over www.cnbc.com/2026/06/01/t...

Fed officials warn AI's economic costs may arrive faster than benefits www.axios.com/2026/06/01/a...

Breaking: Netanyahu and Trump are holding a call now, per Israeli media

Hegseth Strikes Female and Black Navy Officers From Promotion List www.nytimes.com/2026/06/01/u...

Lebanese official told U.S. that Hezbollah ready for full ceasefire with Israel. No comments yet from Trump or Netanyahu www.axios.com/2026/06/01/l...