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John Bolton's no good, very bad day 

Happy Friday! Isn’t everything just brighter and cheerier in the summer? 

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Trump's DC takeover

Happy Tuesday. TS12 is coming!!!! Taylor Swift announced at 12:12 a.m. that she will be dropping a new album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” Keep...

12.08.2025 2

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Trump leaves Washington as more Epstein info drops

In today's issue: Trump and Powell’s awkward clash; best memes of Fed chief; more Epstein book details; GOP leaders steamrolled; gruesome Gaza...

25.07.2025 9

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Trump grip on GOP tested amid Epstein scandal

PLUS: House panel votes to subpoena files; Hulk Hogan dies at age 71; Laura Trump passes on NC Senate bid.

24.07.2025 3

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DOJ to meet with Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell

It’s Tuesday. I have some great news: Production has begun for the next season of Apple TV’s “Ted Lasso”! In today's issue:

22.07.2025 2

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Is August recess at risk?

It’s Monday. We have officially surpassed the six-month mark of President Trump’s second term. How does everyone feel about his first six months?...

21.07.2025 7

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Bombshell WSJ Epstein report rocks Trump World

Happy Friday! There has been so much news since yesterday (!), but there’s one thing the internet seems to agree on: the Coldplay concert scandal is...

18.07.2025 3

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Senate votes to cut funds for NPR, PBS

It’s Thursday. Does anyone else think the D.C. thunderstorms this summer have been particularly wild? Here’s one

17.07.2025 9

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Noem teases TSA changes, Trump denies plan to fire Powell

It’s Wednesday. It’s been a busy day at the inaugural Hill Nation Summit. Oh, and the Congressional Softball Game is happening tonight! In today's...

16.07.2025 2

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Epstein saga engulfs MAGA World

It’s Tuesday. How are we already halfway through July?? I swear it JUST began. In today's issue:

15.07.2025 3

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Trump gives Russia ultimatum

It’s Monday. A year ago today, the Republican National Convention began in Milwaukee. This was right after President Trump’s first assassination...

14.07.2025 2

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Senate tosses Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' back to House

It’s Tuesday. Happy July!!

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Republicans muscle through 'big, beautiful' voting marathon

In today's issue: - Senate’s vote-a-rama underway - The Republicans to watch - Thune won’t say if GOP has votes - What made it into the final...

30.06.2025 9

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Supreme Court's blockbuster day

Happy Friday! This is a great weekend for television — the third and final season of “Squid Game” is out on Netflix, and “The Bear” is also...

27.06.2025 3

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Curveball for GOP as Senate referee strips key Medicaid cuts

It’s Thursday. If you listen closely, you may be able to hear the GOP grumbling over the Senate bill. In today's issue:

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Trump slams intel report, hits Spain at NATO summit

Happy Wednesday! It's another hot day in D.C., so stay hydrated and don't forget your sunscreen!: In today's issue:

25.06.2025 7

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Trump flashes fury at Israel, Iran

It’s Tuesday. Everyone, please make sure you’re staying hydrated. This is a dangerous level of heat. In today's issue:

24.06.2025 2

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US on high alert after Iran strikes

It’s Monday. This humidity is on another level.

23.06.2025 3

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Supreme Court rules against FDA, EPA

12:30 Report is The Hill's midday newsletter. Subscribe here or using the box below: Happy Friday! The summer solstice is tonight!

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Trump disputes Iran attack plan report, extends TikTok deadline

Happy Thursday — It’s Juneteenth! It’s a fairly quiet day in Washington for the federal holiday, but it’s a workday at the White House. Oh,...

19.06.2025 3

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Trump keeps his cards close on Iran

12:30 Report is The Hill's midday newsletter. Sign up here or using the box below: It’s Wednesday. Remember how I mentioned the extreme humidity...

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Trump touts Putin relationship at G7 meeting

It’s Monday. Ten years ago today, Trump 

16.06.2025 3

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Middle East on edge as Israel, Iran trade blows

Happy Friday! What a busy weekend in D.C.: In today's issue:

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Trump touts command of military domestically

It’s Wednesday. The Congressional Baseball Game is happening tonight! Oh, and if you happen to be near the U.S. Capitol this evening, there’s an...

11.06.2025 2

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Musk's goodbye tour

Happy Friday! Taylor Swift announced today that she officially owns all the music she’s ever made after buying all of her albums back following a...

30.05.2025 4

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Trump puts pardon powers on full display

It’s Wednesday. The cast of the upcoming “Survivor 50” has been unveiled. “The White Lotus” creator Mike White is returning! Oh, and...

28.05.2025 3

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‘Big, beautiful’ headache heads to the Senate

It’s Thursday. It’s almost Memorial Day weekend — which I have always argued is the Thursday night of the year.

22.05.2025 5

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Trump's high-stakes Putin call

It’s the Monday before Memorial Day weekend. Who thinks the House will pass Trump’s agenda by the end of the week? *nervous laugh* Let me know...

19.05.2025 5

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Conservatives throw wrench into Trump agenda

Happy Friday! Tomorrow is the Season 50 finale of NBC’s “Saturday Night Live.” Scarlett Johansson is hosting, and Bad Bunny is performing. And...

16.05.2025 10

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Major breakthrough in China trade war

It’s Monday. Get ready for a busy two work weeks on Capitol Hill. Everyone has their eye on the Memorial Day weekend prize. In today's issue:

12.05.2025 5

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What we know about Pope Leo's politics

Happy Friday! And an early Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms reading this!

09.05.2025 5

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Cardinals elect new pope

Happy Thursday. We’re so close to Friday I can almost taste it! In today's issue:

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Trump’s better-than-expected jobs report

Happy Friday! Monday is Cinco de Mayo, but I absolutely plan on overeating tortilla chips, salsa and tacos this weekend as an early celebration....

02.05.2025 2

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Abrego Garcia case strikes a nerve

Happy Friday! What a beautiful spring day it is.

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China, EU retaliate against Trump

It’s Wednesday. Thoughts and prayers to everyone’s sinuses. It feels like the entire DMV is doused in yellow pollen.  In today's issue: THE FIRST...

09.04.2025 6

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Stock market exhales as Trump turns to dealing

It’s Tuesday. Have you heard that scientists kind of brought back dire wolves after 13,000 years of extinction? *quietly starts humming the...

08.04.2025 3

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China retaliates; Stock market free falls

It’s Friday. I’m still not over the penguin tariff jokes on social media. Like this. And this. And this. Oh, and this. OK, fine. I’ll get to the...

04.04.2025 10

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What’s next after Trump’s sweeping tariffs?

It’s Thursday. Sooooo, who thinks there will be a TikTok deal by this weekend? In today's edition: THE FIRST 100 DAYS *Awkwardly waves at the rest...

03.04.2025 6

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The inside story of the 2024 election

{beacon}   It’s Tuesday. It’s April Fools’ Day, so keep your wits about you. And send me any pranks you come across.

01.04.2025 6

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GOP’s Florida jitters; Trump’s tariff week spooks the market

{beacon}   Happy Monday. With the combination of perfect spring weather, cherry blossoms reaching peak bloom, the kite festival and a Nationals day...

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Trump elevates deportations case

{beacon}   It’s Friday! Well, this has been a doozy of a week. But good news, Washington’s cherry blossoms just officially reached peak bloom!

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Group chat blame shifts to Pete Hegseth

Plus: Tufts student detained {beacon}   It’s Thursday. HAPPY OPENING DAY! ⚾

27.03.2025 10

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Trump officials testify amid fallout over group chat

{beacon}   It’s a busy Tuesday in Washington. HBO’s “The Last of Us” is returning on April 13! If you’re planning on rewatching the first...

25.03.2025 4

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DOGE hits legal roadblock

{beacon}   It’s Monday. I’ve always said the "Scott’s Tots" episode of “The Office” is the absolute cringiest episode in all of...

24.03.2025 7

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Trump unveils new 'F-47' fighter jet

{beacon}   Happy Friday! How many of you are planning to "stay online" today while actually watching March Madness games?

21.03.2025 10

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Trump to gut Education Department

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20.03.2025 10

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Trump targets Biden pardons; deportations scrutinized

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17.03.2025 3

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Deadline looms for Trump’s Canada, Mexico tariffs

Plus: RFK Jr. touts measles vaccine amid outbreak {beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Monday. This is a big week in Washington with President Trump’s...

03.03.2025 6

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12:30 Report — Musk, Trump Cabinet meet amid power struggle

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT Welcome! Capital Weather Gang just predicted that Washington’s cherry blossoms will peak on March 23!

26.02.2025 10

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12:30 Report — GOP at odds over Trump’s agenda

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT Welcome! It’s a beautiful day in Washington. Spring is so close I can feel it.

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