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Jeffrey Epstein received a troubling phone message in 2004 from an unidentified caller stating, “I have a female for him,” according to newly released Justice Department documents. The message was recorded just days before Epstein reportedly received calls from Donald Trump during a high-stakes bidding war over a luxury Florida property.

The timing of the messages was highlighted Friday by retired journalism professor and former prosecutor Seth Abramson, who said their proximity raises unresolved questions about Epstein’s activities during that period.

Far-right conspiracy theorist and InfoWars host Alex Jones is warning that President Donald Trump is mishandling the release of Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein—and, in Jones’ view, playing directly into the hands of Democrats.

Speaking on his program Friday, Jones described the Epstein files rollout as a “disaster” for Trump, arguing that partial disclosures and redactions have created political vulnerabilities rather than putting the issue to rest. Jones claimed Democrats are selectively using the material to tie Trump to Epstein-era imagery while avoiding broader disclosures that could implicate other powerful figures.

Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk’s highly anticipated address at AmericaFest took an unexpected turn Thursday when she revealed her prepared remarks had vanished due to a technical failure. Taking the stage after a tribute video to her late husband and TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk, she told the crowd her iPad wouldn’t even turn on and she would have to improvise. The moment came amid internal MAGA infighting, as Kirk has publicly clashed with right-wing figures over conspiracy theories surrounding her husband’s assassination, adding another layer of drama to the organization’s marquee event.

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Democrats outmaneuvered Republican leadership in the final weeks of the year, forcing votes that exposed GOP divisions and sidelined House Speaker Mike Johnson. Using discharge petitions, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries pushed Democratic priorities, particularly healthcare, onto the floor, compelling moderate Republicans to break ranks. While Republicans ended the record shutdown and passed modest reforms, the GOP’s internal fractures were laid bare, leaving Johnson under fire and Democrats positioned to exploit party weaknesses ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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President Donald Trump’s chief of staff, Susie Wiles, stunned observers with a candid Vanity Fair interview in which she described Trump’s personality as “an alcoholic’s personality” and openly discussed ongoing retribution campaigns by the Justice Department. MS NOW’s Nicolle Wallace told reporter Chris Whipple that Wiles’ remarks went beyond embarrassment, potentially exposing her to subpoenas from those targeted by Trump’s legal maneuvers. Whipple called her disclosures “stunningly candid” and “stunningly dangerous,” highlighting how Wiles’ willingness to speak so openly in the White House bubble was unprecedented for a senior official.

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Republican insiders are openly criticizing President Donald Trump after his national address, saying he mishandled the cost of living crisis and failed to connect with voters. GOP aides told CNN and Politico that while Trump needs to focus on economic issues, his delivery was ineffective, and even loyal supporters considered the speech a flop. Ex-GOP strategist Rick Wilson called it a “deep scream of outright panic,” noting that Trump’s once-formidable MAGA appeal has faded, leaving the president struggling to regain political momentum amid a 38% approval rating.

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Dr. Jonathan Reiner, the former cardiologist to then-Vice President Dick Cheney, expressed concern over President Donald Trump’s erratic delivery during Wednesday’s speech, telling CNN’s Jake Tapper that Trump’s “manic” and “frantic” cadence was disturbing for a commander-in-chief. Reiner noted the president appeared unusually high-energy while presenting dubious numbers and questioned the White House’s transparency regarding Trump’s health, citing his visible bruises, swollen ankles, and potential nighttime breathing issues. Media observers also criticized Trump’s rapid, almost panicked style, calling it alarming and uncharacteristic.

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Nobel-winning economist Paul Krugman warns that the GOP’s proposed health care plan would make insurance far less affordable for most Americans. Writing on Substack, Krugman explained that while the plan superficially replaces government subsidies with direct payments, Republicans are unlikely to provide enough support to keep coverage accessible. As a result, millions could drop insurance, leaving a sicker, older pool behind and driving premiums even higher. He also criticized Trump’s recent national address as evidence of poor governance and policy mismanagement.

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Author and journalist Michael Wolff says he’s been unable to serve a subpoena to First Lady Melania Trump as part of a legal fight stemming from dueling lawsuits between the two. Wolff, who is being sued by Melania Trump for $1 billion over statements about her past, claims process servers have been blocked from delivering papers at both the White House and Trump Tower, with servers refusing to proceed once they realized the target was the first lady. Wolff suggested her extensive security detail has made routine legal service effectively impossible.

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As President Donald Trump’s approval ratings sink deeper in his second term, critics say the White House’s increasingly over-the-top praise signals anxiety about his fading grip on power. On The New Republic’s “Daily Blast” podcast, commentators pointed to press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s glowing — and misleading — claim that the Kennedy Center board unanimously voted to rename the venue after Trump as a revealing example. According to analysts Greg Sargent and Moira Donegan, such exaggerated flattery reflects growing awareness inside Trumpworld that his political standing is eroding, driven by poor polling, electoral setbacks, internal fractures within the GOP, and mounting concerns about his age and public performances.

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CNN anchor Brianna Keilar sharply challenged Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH) during a tense interview as he echoed President Donald Trump’s framing of U.S. military actions near Venezuela. As Keilar pressed Davidson on whether the administration’s actions amounted to a blockade or risked unauthorized escalation, she repeatedly confronted him with Trump’s own language, forcing the congressman to draw fine distinctions between rhetoric and reality. The exchange highlighted growing unease over the president’s public threats, Congress’ war powers, and whether the administration is seeking legal workarounds to expand military action without explicit congressional approval.

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President Donald Trump is facing accusations from Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC) that he falsely claimed no Republican senators opposed his plan to downgrade marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III. Budd says he personally called Trump to object and knew other GOP lawmakers had done the same, undercutting the president’s public denial. The dispute highlights growing internal Republican tensions over marijuana reform, as Trump moves forward on a policy shift that has bipartisan roots but sharp resistance from conservative senators.

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Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH) pushed back sharply after the White House claimed the Kennedy Center board unanimously approved renaming the venue after President Donald Trump, saying that account is flatly untrue. Beatty, an ex officio board member, said she was on the call and attempted to raise concerns but was repeatedly muted, preventing her from speaking or voting. She stressed that Congress created the Kennedy Center and retains authority over major decisions, accusing the administration of trying to sidestep the law while falsely portraying consensus.

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