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Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" shares a DM clip of his appearance on "The Adam Carolla Show" where he and Adam Carolla discuss the Democrat Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf pursuing a hate crime investigation, even after a black man already admitted that the ropes perceived as nooses were exercise workout ropes; the collapse of Los Angeles under Karen Bass and the rising homelessness, crime, and urban decay in Hollywood; the viral Spencer Pratt mayoral campaign and why outsider candidates are gaining support as businesses and residents flee California; new CIA whistleblower testimony accusing Anthony Fauci and intelligence officials of covering up the COVID lab leak theory and misleading the public during the pandemic; Democrat Justin Pearson's hilarious code switching and Black Panther makeover; and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how President Trump's high-stakes Beijing trip and massive reception from Xi Jinping could reshape the future of U.S.-China trade, tariffs, rare earth minerals, and the Iran conflict; why JD Vance's anti-fraud task force just froze $1.4 billion tied to alleged Medicare, hospice, and COVID relief scams across California, Florida, and New York; and explosive new whistleblower testimony accusing Anthony Fauci and intelligence officials of steering the COVID lab leak investigation away from the truth, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" shares a DM clip of his appearance on "Ask Dr. Drew" where he and Dr. Drew Pinsky discuss the backlash against billionaires like Elon Musk and Ken Griffin, and why the progressive policies of Democrats like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Karen Bass and Zohran Mamdani are driving jobs, businesses, and investment out of states like California and New York; why outsider candidates like Spencer Pratt are gaining traction in the Los Angeles mayor's race amid homelessness, crime, drug addiction, and frustration with the progressive leadership of Karen Bass and Gavin Newsom; updates on Dennis Prager's recovery and resilience after his devastating injury; and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how a Eileen Wang, a California mayor, was forced to resign after being exposed of secretly working for the Chinese Communist Party and is reigniting concerns about Chinese influence inside American institutions; escalating clashes outside a Brooklyn synagogue as anti-Israel and pro-Israel protestors confront each other amid rising tensions in New York City; and backlash after President Trump launched renovations to the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool ahead of America's 250th birthday celebration, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani beginning to notice that the capital flight out of New York City is not only from the rich, but also the middle class and working class; Mamdani causing outrage by redefining violent crime; Katie Porter doubling down on sanctuary city policies and generous welfare benefits for illegal immigrants at the California Governor's debate; a joke from an African migrant mocking the Germans for their insanely generous benefits for refugees going viral; Scott Jennings surprising CNN's Jake Tapper with an unexpected prediction of how Marco Rubio and JD Vance will decide how to handle the 2028 election; "The View's" Ana Navarro and Sunny Hostin spreading lies about the hypocrisy of Marco Rubio; Donald Trump revealing to Sharyl Attkisson what he really plans to do about Cuba; and much more. Dave also hosts a special "ask me anything" question-and-answer session on a wide range of topics, answering questions from the Rubin Report Locals community. Join me for a LIVE Event with Governor Ron DeSantis, plus special appearances by Ben Shapiro, Jillian Michaels, and Adam Carolla on June 11th! Get Tickets Here: https://daverubin.com/events WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ #RubinReport #ZohranMamdani #Zohran #capitalflight ##taxtherich #leavingnewyork  #daverubin   ---------- Today's Sponsors: Cheers Health - Same night out — way better morning with Cheers. For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code RUBIN  Go to: http://cheershealth.com/RUBIN #Cheers #ad

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including why Tulsi Gabbard's new investigation into more than 120 U.S.-funded biolabs around the world is reigniting major questions about gain-of-function research, COVID origins, and government transparency; how the Trump administration says "everything is on the table" to lower soaring gas prices as tensions with Iran continue disrupting energy markets; and why a new Alabama Supreme Court challenge could dramatically reshape congressional redistricting ahead of the midterms, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Spencer Pratt telling the "All-In Podcast's" David Friedberg why Democrat LA Mayor Karen Bass is officially worried about losing the LA mayor race to him; the "Real Time with Bill Maher" crowd going wild when both John Fetterman and Bill Maher denounce the takeover of the Democratic Party by proud socialists; Scott Jennings laughing in Jake Tapper's face on CNN as he reveals the true extent of how Democrat's redistricting plan in Virginia have blown up in their faces; Hakeem Jeffries having a meltdown on Ali Velshi's MSNOW show over how over Clarence Thomas and the conservative Supreme Court justices' ruling on the Voting Rights Act could tip all future elections in favor of Republicans; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez trying to twist the history of the American Revolution to be about fighting the billionaires of the 1700s; CNN's Scott Jennings giving a chilling warning to Republicans about the possibility of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez running for president in the 2028 election; and much more. Join me for a LIVE Event with Governor Ron DeSantis, plus special appearances by Ben Shapiro, Jillian Michaels, and Adam Carolla on June 11th! Get Tickets Here: https://daverubin.com/events WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Lean - A powerful weight loss supplement with remarkable results to help lower blood sugar, burn fat by converting it into energy, and curb your appetite. Rubin Report viewers get 20% off plus free rush shipping off their first order! Go to: https://TakeLean.com and enter promo code RUBIN for your discount

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how President Trump's latest warning to Iran signals rising tensions after Tehran reportedly refused to discuss its nuclear program in ongoing peace talks; why Democrat Senator John Fetterman is on "Real Time with Bill Maher" criticizing his own party for focusing too heavily on anti-Trump messaging instead of real solutions; and growing concerns over the Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius as stranded Americans prepare for federal quarantine in Nebraska, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Joe Lonsdale about AI, Palantir growth, the future of tech innovation, productivity growth, and America's coming industrial revolution; why AI will create wealth and new jobs rather than destroy opportunity; the debate over "robber barons," capitalism, and economic growth; how envy and "mind virus" politics hurt innovation; school choice, education reform, and defending liberty; the dignity of work, automation, robotics, and vocational jobs; and the role of government, defense tech, and AI regulation in America's future; what Palantir actually does; how Palantir grew out of PayPal anti-fraud technology after 9/11; AI, big data, and counterterrorism tools used by the CIA, FBI, and NSA; balancing civil liberties, government surveillance, and libertarian values; how Palantir tracks audit trails to prevent abuse of power; AI defense systems, Anthropic, Israel, Iran, and military intelligence; and using AI to detect government fraud, Medicaid abuse, NGO corruption, SNAP benefits fraud, and healthcare entitlement waste; California and New York decline, Gavin Newsom, Zohran Mamdani, wealth taxes, billionaires fleeing blue states, Miami and Texas growth, government unions, teachers unions, corruption in California politics, homelessness, crime, infrastructure, and why Florida and Texas are attracting investors and tech entrepreneurs; why red states like Texas must fix cities like Austin to prove conservative governance works; and policy ideas for illegal homeless encampments, property taxes, and empowering citizens to hold local governments accountable, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to John Cardillo and Nick Freitas about "Shark Tank's" Kevin O'Leary explaining to Fox News why there should not have been a bailout of Spirit Airlines which might have not even happened if Elizabeth Warren hadn't prevented it's planned merger with JetBlue Airlines; Rep.Randy Fine revealing that Republicans are waiting for some data on if Ilhan Omar committed immigration fraud before proceeding with a push to expel her from congress; Zohran Mamdani facing backlash after Citadel CEO Ken Griffin announced he would be reducing his investment in NYC and doubling down on Miami after Mamdani targeted Griffin with his "tax the rich" stunt and the truth about how the ranks of the NYPD are declining to dangerous levels; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez trying to explain to "It's Open with Ilana Glazer" why a billion dollars can't actually be earned and that billionaires like Elon Musk can only exist because the system is rigged; Megyn Kelly going viral over her sudden flip flop on if Islamic culture is compatible with Western Civilization after realizing that Tucker Carlson has been growing his fan base with Muslim audiences; and 'This Week on the Internet' featuring Nick Fuentes, Megyn Kelly, Marco Rubio, the Met Gala, Anne Hathaway, Ilhan Omar; and much more. Join me for a LIVE Event with Governor Ron DeSantis, plus special appearances by Ben Shapiro, Jillian Michaels, and Adam Carolla on June 11th! Get Tickets Here: https://daverubin.com/events WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Angel Studios - Choose entertainment that is focused on stories about family, perseverance, and real human experiences. Things that feel grounded and actually worth your time.Join during our big Mother's Day sale right now and get up to 42% off an annual membership. Go to:  http://Angel.com/rubin

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including backlash after actor Star Wars actor Mark Hamill posted a disturbing meme of Donald Trump dead just days after the latest assassination attempt against the president; why Marco Rubio's Vatican meeting with Pope Leo signals growing tensions over Trump's hardline Iran policy; and the political firestorm after Tennessee Republicans passed a dramatic new congressional map that could reshape the balance of power ahead of the midterms, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Zohran Mamdani's response to Citadel CEO Ken Griffin making it official that he is doubling down on his investment in Miami and officially scaling back his $6 billion project for midtown Manhattan, which would have created 15,000 permanent jobs as a direct response to Mamdani's personal attack on him in his pied-à-terre tax announcement and his plans to tax the rich; Elon Musk humiliating Democrat James Talarico after he blamed the Gen Z housing crisis on the lie that billionaires like Musk don't pay a penny in taxes; Caleb Hammer doing a brutal financial audit of a young liberal couple who think that the United States is a horrible country; Barack Obama being oblivious to his own hypocrisy while telling "The Late Show's" Stephen Colbert why it's wrong for the Republican Party to use its power to target its political enemies; Spencer Pratt humiliating LA Mayor Karen Bass with a devastating fact check live on stage during the LA mayor debate; Donald Trump putting a reporter in his place after he claimed that Iran seems unwilling to submit in the Iran US peace talks; and much more. Dave also hosts a special "ask me anything" question-and-answer session on a wide range of topics, answering questions from the Rubin Report Locals community. Today's Sponsors: Balance of Nature - Make sure you are getting all the positive effects from a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. Get 10% OFF the Whole Health System™ supplements when you use Discount Code: RUBIN. Go to https://BalanceofNature.com

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including the death of CNN founder Ted Turner and why even critics are acknowledging his massive impact on media, sports, and cable television; backlash after Barack Obama took new shots at Donald Trump while critics point to controversies from his own administration; and a massive federal fentanyl raid tied to violent gangs in Los Angeles that is reigniting debate over crime, drugs, and law enforcement policies, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Marco Rubio taking over for Karoline Leavitt for a day and making an unexpected announcement about the end of Operation Epic Fury and the nightmare scenario that was avoided by Donald Trump starting the Iran War and how Project Freedom will deal with the Strait of Hormuz crisis; Citadel CEO Ken Griffin making Zohran Mamdani regret his personal attack on him after he announced that he is officially scaling back his $6 billion project for midtown Manhattan, which would have created 15,000 permanent jobs and doubling down on his investments in Miami; CNN's Kaitlan Collins getting Katie Porter to cry at the California Governor Debate by confronting her with the documented allegations of her abusing her employees; Ilhan Omar refusing to turn over documents related to the Feeding Our Future Minnesota fraud within the Somali community; FBI Director Kash Patel shocking Sean Hannity with the stats of arrests of violent criminals under Donald Trump compared to Joe Biden; Spencer Pratt releasing the best campaign ad of all time featuring Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, and Karen Bass; and much more. Today's Sponsors: Mars Men - A potent and natural testosterone stack that optimizes your body's ability to forge usable testosterone. For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code RUBIN . Go to: http://Mengotomars.com

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how billionaire Ken Griffin's warning about Zohran Mamdani's leadership and Citadel's expansion in Miami signals a major shift in where wealth and jobs are heading; why the clock is ticking on potential charges against Dr. Anthony Fauci as pressure builds ahead of a critical legal deadline; and a Texas jury's verdict in the tragic Athena Strand case and what it reveals about justice and accountability, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Hakeem Jeffries instantly regretting the Democrats' win of redistricting Virginia and threatening Florida Governor Ron DeSantis after DeSantis responded directly to Jeffries threat by passing his redistricting plan and doing a hilarious impression of Jeffries; "The View's" Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin melting down over Clarence Thomas and the conservative Supreme Court justices' ruling on the Voting Rights Act; Gavin Newsom trying to explain to Brian Tyler Cohen how Donald Trump is exploiting the most recent assassination attempt at the White House Correspondents Dinner to punish his enemies; Fox News' Will Cain showing Spencer Pratt a clip of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass accusing him of exploiting the Pacific Palisades wildfire which destroyed his family's home; LA Mayor Karen Bass wasting hundreds of thousands of dollars of taxpayer's money on anti-ICE signs; Bill O'Reilly telling NewsNation's Leland Vittert if any Republican could safely distance themselves from Donald Trump before the midterm elections; and much more. Today's Sponsors: VanMan - Ditch the corporate chemicals and support your skin healing, made from ingredients so clean you could literally eat them. Go to http://vanman.shop/rubin and use code RUBIN for 15% off your first order. BUBS Naturals - BUBS helps restore collagen levels closer to what your body had in its youth—so your joints feel stronger, your hair and nails grow healthier, and your skin looks smoother. Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code RUBIN at Bubsnaturals.com

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how a shocking shootout near the White House is raising new questions about escalating security threats just days after a separate assassination attempt; why a federal judge's apology to an accused Trump assassin Cole Allen is sparking outrage; and backlash over a taxpayer-funded Texas waterpark hosting a controversial Muslim only religious-themed event and what it means for public spaces and discrimination laws, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Gavin Newsom's disastrous interview on "Real Time with Bill Maher" where Bill Maher pointed out all the failings of California including the high cost of living and high gas prices to his face; "60 Minutes" and Bill Maher exposing Gavin Newsom's massive failure and the wasting of billions of taxpayer dollars in trying to complete California's dream of building a high speed rail train; Elizabeth Warren and Pete Buttigieg having one of their most celebrated policy achievements, the blocking of the merger between JetBlue Airlines and Spirit Airlines, blow up in their faces after Spirit Airlines went bankrupt and shut down its operations effectively destroying 17,000 jobs and throwing thousands of customers into chaos; the "Real Time with Bill Maher" audience being shocked as Bill Maher insulted some of them directly for wishing that Donald Trump had died during Cole Allen's failed assassination attempt during the White House Correspondents Dinner; New York Times' Lulu Garcia-Navarro catching Tucker Carlson in a lie about implying that Donald Trump might be the antichrist; a Texas judge allowing a Muslim development to proceed after Texas governor Greg Abbott had told Fox News' "The Ingraham Angle" the real reason behind his shutting down of Epic City, the planned Muslim community in East Plano Texas led by Yasir Qadhi; and much more. Today's Sponsors: Superpower - Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. Use code RUBIN at checkout for $20 off your membership. Go to http://www.superpower.com #superpowerpod Just Thrive - Take control of their health with science-backed solutions you can trust. Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order. Go to: https://justthrivehealth.com/RUBIN

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Gavin Newsom immediately regretted appearing on "real Time with Bill Maher" after Maher unexpectedly challenged Newsom over California's rising gas prices, housing crisis, and massive high-speed rail costs; the fallout after Spirit Airlines suddenly shutting down and what the Trump administration is doing to handle stranded passengers and job losses; and why Marco Rubio's trip to Europe and the Vatican signals growing tensions between the U.S., NATO allies, and Pope Leo XIV; and much more. 

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Dr. Debra Soh about her new book Sextinction; the "sex recession" and why Gen Z is having less sex despite hookup culture and social media; how pornography, dating apps, and "Instagram culture" are reducing real-life intimacy, body image, and relationship satisfaction; research on declining libido and testosterone and how modern culture is reshaping sexuality; rising anxiety, poor communication skills, and COVID-era isolation impacting dating; concerns about early porn exposure shaping expectations and risky behaviors; her own experience with a sex robot that looked like her twin; the rise of AI relationships and sex robots replacing human intimacy; how customizable AI partners and tech convenience are pulling people away from real-world connection; and the psychological and biological limits of replacing human relationships with technology, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Josh Hammer and Newsmax's Ed Henry about NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani getting more desperate in his attempts to deal with New York City's budget crisis as he held a press conference where he had the appearance of begging Governor Kathy Hochul for more money from New York state; Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson publicly cheering on capital flight as she appears to celebrate millionaires leaving Seattle after Washington state passed its millionaire tax; reality TV star of "The Hills" Spencer Pratt shocks Los Angeles voters with his attention-getting ad for mayor showcasing how Democratic politicians like Karen Bass are out of touch with how unlivable LA has become; Hakeem Jeffries having a meltdown on Jen Psaki's MSNOW show over Clarence Thomas and the conservative Supreme Court justices' ruling on the Voting Rights Act, which could alter all future elections in favor of Republicans; Fox News' Jesse Watters getting Sage Steele to expose the hypocrisy of Disney's executives in how they treat the free speech of employees like Jimmy Kimmel, who makes jokes about the death of Donald Trump, compared to employees who spoke out against the vaccine mandates during the COVID pandemic; FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announcing that the FCC is looking into the workplace discrimination practices of Disney which might have broken federal law; and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Trump's new retirement plan could impact tens of millions of Americans with expanded savings options and federal matching contributions; why Amazon is reportedly exploring a reboot of The Apprentice and what it could signal about the changing relationship between Jeff Bezos and Trump; and backlash after Seattle's socialist mayor Katie Wilson laughs off wealthy residents leaving as businesses and tax revenue follow them out after it passed a millionaire tax, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about former Trump official Alina Habba's appearance on "The View," where she sparred with Sunny Hostin over James Comey's indictment on threatening President Trump; CNN's Kaitlan Collins having her question for Donald Trump about James Comey's indictment blow up in her face; Hakeem Jeffries having a meltdown over Clarence Thomas and the conservative Supreme Court justices' ruling on the Voting Rights Act, which could alter all future elections in favor of Republicans; Scott Jennings pointing out the flaws in CNN's Donte Mills arguments defending the Voting Rights Act; Pete Hegesth making Rep. Sara Jacobs regret asking him about the state of Donald Trump's mental health; JD Vance telling Fox News' Will Cain why the Trump administration is considering denaturalization and deportation for some of the members of the Somali community who participated in the daycare fraud in Minneapolis; and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Florida's new redistricting map could shift the balance of power in Congress after a major Supreme Court ruling; why Democrats are reacting so strongly to the changes; controversy as NYC Mayor Mamdani brings up colonial grievances ahead of a 9/11 memorial involving King Charles; and a viral California campaign ad exposing the gap between politicians' lifestyles and the voters they represent, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Jimmy Kimmel shocking his audience by doubling down on his sick joke about Melania Trump being an expectant widow even after the latest assassination attempt on Donald Trump; Bill O'Reilly explaining to NewsNation why Jimmy Kimmel's jokes have now crossed a line into trafficking in hate and why ABC affiliated stations need to draw a line and refuse to air "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"; Dan Bongino ripping into Hakeem Jeffries on Sean Hannity's show for his hollow calls for civility after the third assassination attempt on Donald Trump; FBI Director Kash Patel giving a scorching response to Tim Walz trying to take credit for the FBI raids on the daycare centers exposed by Nick Shirley as a part of the massive organized fraud in the Somali community in Minnesota; Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson admitting on camera to committing workplace discrimination and unknowingly violating employment law; Elon Musk's chilling warning about violent crime after the murder of bodega owner Abdul Saleh; and much more. Join me for a LIVE Event with Governor Ron DeSantis, plus special appearances by Ben Shapiro, Jillian Michaels, and Adam Carolla! Get Tickets Here: https://daverubin.com/events WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Cheers Health - Same night out — way better morning with Cheers. For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code RUBIN  Go to: http://cheershealth.com/RUBIN #Cheers #ad Chef iQ - Take the stress out of not knowing if your meat will come out good! CHEF iQ Sense continuously monitors and predicts precisely when your food will be done. Get 30% off sitewide with code RUBIN!  Go to: http://chefiq.com 

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how a new indictment against James Comey over his controversial "8647" post is raising major questions about intent and accountability; a sweeping FBI crackdown in Minneapolis targeting a multi-million dollar daycare fraud scheme tied to taxpayer-funded programs first exposed by Nick Shirley; and a historic moment as King Charles addresses Congress, emphasizing Western values and the U.S.–UK alliance amid global tensions, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary telling NewsNation why NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's recent video targeting Citadel CEO Ken Griffin, in his "tax the rich" video announcing his pied-à-terre tax, will backfire in dangerous ways that Zohran can't imagine; Citadel CEO Ken Griffin making Zohran Mamdani regret his personal attack on him after he announced that he is reconsidering his $6 billion project for midtown Manhattan, which could create 15,000 permanent jobs; "Real Time with Bill Maher's" crowd being stunned by Bill Maher's attack on Democrats like Zohran Mamdani, Bernie Sanders, and AOC for being so dumb to think that they aren't taxing the rich enough; Democrat and Maryland Governor Wes Moore shocking the "Real Time with Bill Maher" crowd by realizing what Democrats still seem to struggle to understand, that you can reduce crime by punishing criminals; "The View's" Joy Behar sharing her fear that Donald Trump is intentionally trying to kill Americans by appointing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to oversee the HHS; Adam Carolla's simple plan to make it harder for Democrats to criticize ICE agents; and much more. Dave also hosts a special "ask me anything" question-and-answer session on a wide range of topics, answering questions from the Rubin Report Locals community. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Donald Trump is demanding action against Jimmy Kimmel after a controversial joke about Melania Trump takes on new meaning following the third assassination attempt on Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner; a major political battle intensifying as Ron DeSantis unveils a redistricting plan that could shift control of Congress ahead of 2026; and a high-profile state visit as King Charles arrives in the U.S. amid heightened security concerns and global uncertainty, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about President Donald Trump's brutally honest answer to Fox News' Peter Doocy about the third assassination attempt on his life by Cole Allen at the White House Correspondents Dinner; the explicit details of Cole Allen's manifesto revealing who he was targeting to kill at the White House Correspondents Dinner, and why; Jimmy Kimmel coming under fire for his sick joke about Melania Trump becoming a widow in his White House Correspondents Dinner parody sketch on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"; Donald Trump losing his cool with "60 Minutes" Norah O'Donnell for repeating the most baseless accusations from Cole Allen's manifesto concerning why Trump was in the Epstein files; Acting United States Attorney General Todd Blanche pushing back on "Face the Nation's" Margaret Brennan for trying to make the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner a reason to push for gun control; Scott Jennings shaming his CNN co-panelists for not making the connection between the Democrats' shut down of the DHS and not paying secret service agents who literally put their lives on the line to protect Donald Trump and members of his administration; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including shocking new details about Cole Allen, the gunman at the White House Correspondents' Dinner as his manifesto reveals a targeted attack on Trump officials and raises serious questions about security failures at the Washington Hilton; growing calls for change as Trump pushes for a secure White House ballroom to prevent future threats; and backlash mounting after Jimmy Kimmel mocked Melania Trump just days before the incident, fueling debate over media rhetoric and political violence, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Judge Roy Altman about his book Israel on Trial and the future of war; what allies America will need to fight Ai and drone wars; why Israel is a critical U.S. ally in cyber, AI, and intelligence against global adversaries; historical arguments around Israel, Palestinian statehood, and competing claims of colonialism; and how misinformation, campus debates, and the "persuadable middle" shape the modern Israel narrative; the case for Israel's legitimacy; how his family's Holocaust history and experience with Venezuela's authoritarianism shaped his views on public service and democracy; and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Elizabeth Pipko and Kurt Schlichter about Charlie Kirk pointing out the Southern Poverty Law Center's fraudulent tactics to shut down Turning Point USA less than a year before FBI Director Kash Patel accused the SPLC of wire fraud and funding racist groups like "Unite the Right" which organized the Charlottesville riot; MSNOW hosts Symone Sanders and former head of the GOP Michael Steele ignoring the details of the FBI's case against the Southern Poverty Law Center and trying to twist the action as more proof of Donald Trump's racism; Fox News' Bret Baier explaining how Abigail Spanberger's win in the Democrat's redistricting election for Virginia is already hitting a major setback, as a court rules the vote unconstitutional just as Ron DeSantis plans to fight back with a redistricting of Florida; Nadja Spiegelman and Jia Tolentino, hosts of the New York Times' "Opinions' Podcast", coming under fire for cheering on leftist Hasan Piker's promoting of shoplifting, theft, and bank robberies to fight back against corporate greed; CNBC's "Squawk on the Street" host Sara Eisen grilling Elizabeth Warren over her hypocritical decision to support Maine senate candidate Graham Platner after his Nazi tattoo controversy and support of the tactics of Hamas against Israeli soldiers; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Balance of Nature - Make sure you are getting all the positive effects from a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. Save Over 30% when you subscribe to join hundreds of thousands of customers in one simple routine that's changing the world. Go to https://BalanceofNature.com

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Trump says Iran is facing internal chaos while the U.S. tightens control over the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing nuclear negotiations; a major federal shift as medical marijuana is reclassified, signaling big changes for research, businesses, and regulation; and how the stock market is outperforming expectations with the S&P 500 surging well above historical averages during Trump's second term, raising questions about the broader economic outlook, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Hakeem Jeffries instantly regretting the Democrats win of redistricting Virginia and threatening Florida Governor Ron DeSantis after DeSantis responded directly to Jeffries threat with a redistricting plan of his own that could throw a wrench into Democrats' plans; Scott Jennings getting his CNN panel to go silent as he explains the facts of how distorted and unfair Virginia's redistricting map really is; Democrats Katie Porter and Xavier Becerra humiliating themselves as they are forced to evaluate Gavin Newsom's success at fighting homelessness in California at the most recent California Governor Debate; the New York Times' Opinions' Podcast allowing Hasan Piker to not only justify the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione but also make the claim that Brian Thompson was involved in "social murder" without getting any pushback from the hosts; Palantir CEO Alex Karp telling a crowd his brutal assessment of why the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione should be a wake-up call to anyone who is trying to preserve Western Civilization; Zohran Mamdani's voters turning against him and suing him to stop his plans to move the Bellevue homeless shelter into the heart of the East Village in Manhattan; and much more. Dave also hosts a special "ask me anything" question-and-answer session on a wide range of topics, answering questions from the Rubin Report Locals community. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: VanMan - Ditch the corporate chemicals and support your skin healing, made from ingredients so clean you could literally eat them. Go to http://vanman.shop/rubin and use code RUBIN for 15% off your first order. Prolon - Prolon's Fasting Mimicking Diet is a revolutionary, plant-based nutrition program that nourishes the body while keeping it in a fasting state. Prolon is offering 15% off their 5-day nutrition program for your post-holiday glow-up. Go to: http://ProlonLife.com/DAVE

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Trump's pressure campaign on Iran may have helped spare eight female protestors from execution amid ongoing nuclear negotiations; a devastating new development in the Sheridan Gorman murder case as questions grow about how a flagged illegal immigrant suspect was released at the border and allowed to remain in the U.S.; and a major political showdown brewing as Ron DeSantis pushes forward with Florida redistricting while Democrats warn of consequences ahead of the 2026 elections, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Elon Musk's simple and brutal reaction to the results of the Virginia redistricting election arranged by Governor Abigail Spanberger; FBI Director Kash Patel giving the details of how the Southern Poverty Law Center tricked its donors to actually fund right-wing extremists and rallies like the Charlottesville "Unite the Right" rally in an elaborate money laundering fraud scheme; Rep. Debbie Dingell regretting trying to blame recent measles outbreaks on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after he humiliated her with a barrage of facts; Ilhan Omar losing her cool when Alison Steinberg confronted her about revising her net worth from $30M to around $95k; Ron DeSantis responding to reports of him possibly being a possible Supreme Court Justice replacement for Clarence Thomas; Scott Jennings correcting CNN's Kasie Hunt on her polling data about how many Americans think that the United States of America is the greatest country on earth; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Shopify - Turn your big business idea into money with Shopify on your side. Shopify is the commerce platform behind millions of businesses around the world from household names to brands just getting started. Go to Shopify and sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Go to: http://shopify.com/rubin Home Title Lock - Ensure that your home title is safe from thieves. Sign up today and you'll get a FREE Title History Report plus a FREE trial of their Million Dollar TripleLock Protection—that's 24/7 monitoring of your title, urgent alerts to any changes, and if fraud should happen they'll spend up to ONE MILLION dollars to fix it. Go to: https://hometitlelock.com/warranty and USE promo code RUBIN

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including President Trump extending the Iran ceasefire while maintaining a full naval blockade, increasing pressure as nuclear negotiations stall and tensions remain high; a major battle over control of the Federal Reserve as Trump's pick Kevin Warsh faces a contentious confirmation amid DOJ investigations and economic concerns; and Democratic congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigning after being accused of stealing millions in FEMA disaster relief funds for campaign use, raising new questions about corruption in Washington, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about "The View's" Whoopi Goldberg looking visibly rattled by her paranoia that Donald Trump is bringing back the military draft; FBI Director Kash Patel revealing to Fox News' Maria Bartiromo the real reason that he is suing The Atlantic for $250 million; CNN's Kasie Hunt being stunned by military strategist James Stavridis explaining why Trump's unexpected tactics have made an Iran peace deal highly likely; Bill O'Reilly telling NewsNation's Batya Ungar-Sargon the real reason why Donald Trump has already made his decision for the U.S. to leave NATO; Kamala Harris humiliating herself by code-switching during her interview with The Root; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Just Thrive - Take control of their health with science-backed solutions you can trust. Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order. Go to: https://justthrivehealth.com/RUBIN  Tax Network USA - If you owe back taxes or have unfiled returns, don't let the government take advantage of you. Do not wait for another IRS letter or a frozen bank account. Call 1(866) 685-6604  for a private, free consultation or Go to: https://tnusa.com/dave

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including a high-stakes vote in Virginia that could dramatically redraw congressional maps and shift power in the House, raising concerns over gerrymandering and political control; Apple announcing that Tim Cook will step down as CEO after more than a decade, marking a major transition for one of the world's most valuable companies; new details in the horrific Louisiana mass shooting that left eight children dead, revealing the suspect's background and warning signs; and a decades-old murder case finally solved after investigators used DNA from chewing gum to catch a serial predator, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about Bill Maher revealing to the "Real Time with Bill Maher" crowd that mainstream media lied about Hungary's Viktor Orbán being an authoritarian who wouldn't give up power; "Real Time with Bill Maher" guest Rahm Emanuel grudgingly agreeing with Bill Maher that Donald Trump's switching to fighting an economic war with Iran is a positive development; "Meet the Press'" Kristen Welker asking Zohran Mamdani if he still supports the naive ideas of Democratic Socialism after facing the brutal realities of the NYC budget shortfall; Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson causing outrage over his remarks connecting the restaurant industry to slavery in his push to have slavery reparations for African Americans in Chicago; "The Breakfast Club's" Charlamagne tha God asking Ilhan Omar about her skyrocketing net worth due to her husband Tim Mynett's involvement in eStCru winery; Donald Trump posting Elon Musk discussing how Stacey Abrams may be the next target of his fraud investigations; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Polymarket -Go to http://polymarket.com to trade on the outcomes of live events from politics, pop culture, to sports and more! Lean - A powerful weight loss supplement with remarkable results to help lower blood sugar, burn fat by converting it into energy, and curb your appetite. Rubin Report viewers get 20% off plus free rush shipping off their first order! Go to: https://TakeLean.com and enter promo code RUBIN for your discount

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including a major escalation with Iran as the U.S. seizes an Iranian cargo ship and enforces its Strait of Hormuz blockade while tensions rise over nuclear negotiations and military threats; a devastating mass shooting in Louisiana that left eight children dead after a domestic dispute spiraled into multiple crime scenes; and disturbing reports from Los Angeles' Skid Row where activists say drug users are abusing dogs and using them to test narcotics, raising serious concerns about addiction and public safety, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Katie Pavlich and Mikale Olson about White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt ripping into Democrats like Ruben Gallego and the mainstream media for being aware of the "open secret" of Eric Swalwell's depraved treatment of women; CNN's Kasie Hunt grilling Ro Khanna about what he and other prominent Democrats knew about Eric Swalwell's horrible treatment of women that is now being discussed as an open secret in Washington D.C.; "Pod Save America's" Jon Favreau looking visibly shocked by Hasan Piker doubling down on preferring Hamas over Israel; John Fetterman telling Fox News' Maria Bartiromo why Democrats are insane to embrace Hasan Piker after his recent positive comments about Hamas; how an Oklahoma principal tackled a Columbine-shooting obsessed school shooter after being shot, "This Week on the Internet" featuring Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Rosie O'Donnell, Eric Swalwell, Hunter Biden, Britney Spears, and Madonna; and much much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how the White House is investigating a series of mysterious deaths and disappearances involving U.S. scientists like General William McCasland and Monica Reza tied to nuclear and space programs, raising national security concerns; new claims from Tulsi Gabbard that Trump's 2019 impeachment was based on a flawed whistleblower complaint and is now being referred to the DOJ; and reports that Hunter Biden is hiding out at a luxury California estate while claiming to be living abroad and broke as creditors tries to recover the $20 million he owes them, sparking questions about his finances and legal battles, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about CNN's Scott Jennings silencing David Hogg and the Democrats on the panel with his calm statement of basic facts about how successful Donald Trump's blockade on the Strait of Hormuz has been; Scott Bessent announcing how other Middle East Nations are willing to join "Operation Economic Fury" to cripple Iran's economy by freezing Iranian leadership funds globally; Fox News' Jesse Watters explaining how Donald Trump has used the Iran War to corner China and even got Xi Jinping to write a letter to Donald Trump agreeing to not arm Iran; White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explaining why most Americans are getting much larger tax refunds from their tax refunds due to Trump's Big Beautiful Bill; Zohran Mamdani announcing his new "tax the rich" plan in the form of a pied-à-terre tax on second homes of the wealthy in New York City valued at $5 million or more to close budget deficits; Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas explaining how to really address the problems America faces instead of expecting people in government to solve your problems; and much more. Dave also hosts a special "ask me anything" question-and-answer session on a wide range of topics, answering questions from the Rubin Report Locals community. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: VanMan - Ditch the corporate chemicals and support your skin healing, made from ingredients so clean you could literally eat them. Go to http://vanman.shop/rubin and use code RUBIN for 15% off your first order.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicts gas prices could drop to $3 a gallon by September depending on Iran tensions and the Strait of Hormuz; how an Oklahoma principal tackled a Columbine shooting obsessed school shooter after being shot, saving countless lives; and President Trump's plan for a massive 250 foot triumphal arch on the National Mall for America's 250th anniversary; and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about how Iran has been brought to its knees after Donald Trump and JD Vance ordered a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz cutting off Iran's ability to profit off its oil supplies; Nick Shirley reacting to the "Stop Nick Shirley Act" proposed by Democrat Mia Bonta and explaining to Shawn Ryan the massive size of California's fraud that Gavin Newsom has turned a blind eye to; Democrat Ruben Gallego contradicting Nancy Pelosi's narrative about Democrats being unaware Eric Swalwell's disgusting behavior towards women; Eric Swalwell's mistreatment of FBI Director Kash Patel coming back to bite him as Kash Patel requests him to come to the FBI for an interview; the outrage over NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani admitting his government-run grocery plan will only guarantee lower prices on a limited basket of goods while costing taxpayers tens of millions of dollars; Hasan Piker lamenting the collapse of the Soviet Union and talking to Ilhan Omar about how they can push the Democratic Party into more radical directions; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Tax Network USA - If you owe back taxes or have unfiled returns, don't let the government take advantage of you. Do not wait for another IRS letter or a frozen bank account. Call 1(866) 685-6604  for a private, free consultation or Go to: https://tnusa.com/dave

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including the outrage over NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani admitting his government-run grocery plan will only guarantee lower prices on a limited basket of goods while costing taxpayers tens of millions; how the Eric Swalwell scandal is escalating as a fifth accuser alleges rape and choking while past behavior and investigations come under renewed scrutiny; and how an illegal immigrant flagged as a risk was released at the border and later charged in the murder of Sheridan Gorman, raising new questions about border policy and public safety, and much more.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about how Iran has immediately reversed course after Donald Trump and JD Vance ordered a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz immediately cutting off Iran's ability to profit off its oil supplies; Ben Shapiro explaining how the Iran War has created a new divide in American politics concerning American Exceptionalism; Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman revealing how Iran tricked Barack Obama with the Iran nuclear deal; "The View's" Whoopi Goldberg's bizarre interpretation of what it means to "drain the swamp"; Congressman Ro Khanna immediately regretting his appearance on Jubilee's "Surrounded" about the Epstein Files after he got interrogated about his support of Biden's open border policies and his hypocrisy on child trafficking; Border Czar Tom Homan tells the "Dr. Phil Podcast" what he suspects was the real reason behind the Democratic Party and Joe Biden's open border policies that allowed millions of illegal immigrants into the country; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Superpower - Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. Use code RUBIN at checkout for $20 off your membership.  Go to http://www.superpower.com/rubin

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including Eric Swalwell resigning from congress; how Iran is signaling a return to the bargaining table with the U.S. over its nuclear ambitions and how Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade is impacting global oil markets; a new controversy over a viral religious image Trump posted on Truth Social that is sparking backlash from Christians and fueling his feud with Pope Leo over immigration and war; and how Trump's tax policy on tips was highlighted by a DoorDash driver story showing real-world tax relief benefits, political messaging, and economic impact, and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- #RubinReport #FirstLook #ericswalwell #straitofhormuz #IranWar #Trump #notaxontips #doordash #daverubin The Direct Message directly addresses political news, cultural news, and current events of the day. It's only by having rational conversations about these topics that we can help end political polarization. To hear what Dave has to say on these and a variety of other topics, watch this playlist: https://shorturl.at/LqDGj To make sure you never miss a single Rubin Report video, click here to subscribe: https://shorturl.at/Z6B5u Looking for honest conversations about current events, political news and the culture war? If so, then you're in the right place because on "The Rubin Report," Dave Rubin engages the ideas of society's most interesting thought leaders, authors, entertainers, and politicians. Dave lets his guests speak their minds and his audience to think for themselves. ****** Stay informed with The Rubin Report Blog — uncensored opinions, free-speech commentary, and thought-provoking takes on politics & culture available here: https://www.daverubin.com/read Buy Copal tequila here: https://drinkcopal.com/ Stay up to date on our Instagram: @drinkcopal Check out Dave's new "Actual Friends" Podcast with Dr. Drew Pinsky, Jillian Michaels, and Sage Steele here: https://www.youtube.com/@actualfriends Join Dave's Locals community: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Order "Don't Burn This Country" the follow-up to Dave Rubin's NY Times bestselling "Don't Burn This Book" here: https://daverubin.com/book/ Dave Rubin's book, "Don't Burn This Book" is available at: www.dontburnthisbook.com LISTEN to The Rubin Report podcast: www.rubinreport.com/podcast Subscribe to Dave's Newsletter The Rubin Recap: https://rubinrecap.beehiiv.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=rubinreport Buy tickets to see Dave Rubin Live here: https://daverubin.com/events/ Rubin Report Merchandise: https://shorturl.at/1GQE5 All art on the set are original works by Caylin Rose Janet. Get a print here: https://www.caylinrosejanet.com/rubinreportart.html For advertising inquiries please email: sponsorships@rumble.com ****** Follow Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RubinReport Follow The Rubin Report on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rubinreport Follow Dave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daverubin Follow Dave on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rubinreport/?hl=en About Dave Rubin: http://daverubin.com/

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks about CNN revealing the dark details of the sexual assault allegations against Eric Swalwell that forced him to suspend his campaign for California Governor; Eric Swalwell regretting his comments on a resurfaced interview on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" about Trump being bad for women; "Real Time with Bill Maher" guest Douglas Murray correcting Bill Maher on the facts of the successes of the Iran War; CNN's Harry Entern showing shocking polling numbers of how many Republican voters are siding with Tucker Carlson over Donald Trump; Elon Musk's viral reaction to Viktor Orbán losing his election to continue to be the Prime Minister of Hungary; Zohran Mamdani shocking his New York crowd with his bizarre speech embracing socialism; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Polymarket -Go to http://polymarket.com to trade on the outcomes of live events from politics, pop culture, to sports and more! Pestie -  Get rid of over 100 types of bugs, from spiders and ants to roaches and scorpions. Bugs hate to see you coming with Pestie. Go to https://pestie.com/RUBIN for 10% off your order.

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including Viktor Orbán conceding in Hungary's Prime Minister election; Eric Swalwell's latest scandal, sexual assault allegations, and political fallout in the California governor race; multiple accusers, campaign collapse, and Democratic leaders distancing; U.S.–Iran tensions, failed nuclear deal talks, and Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade; Middle East escalation, global oil supply risks, and military threats; and the broader geopolitical stakes and domestic political impact, and much more.