Ben Shapiro on Political Violence
Conservative podcast host Ben Shapiro states that "permission structures for political violence" exist across the entire political spectrum.
Political Tensions and Government Shutdown
Chrissy Houlahan confronted House Speaker Mike Johnson during a press conference at Capitol Hill, urging him to "call leadership of both parties" to resolve the ongoing government shutdown.
Supreme Court and Emergency Tariffs Case
The Supreme Court reviewed a major economic case involving former President Trump's authority to impose emergency tariffs. Key conservative justices, including Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch, expressed deep doubts about this authority. CNN’s Chief Supreme Court Analyst Joan Biskupic noted that the case might not be an easy win for the plaintiffs.
President Trump's Election Night Reaction
CNN’s Kaitlan Collins reported from the White House as President Donald Trump responded to Democratic election victories. He criticized the Democratic Party for not abolishing the filibuster, which he believes could end the government shutdown.
New York City Mayoral Election
At Kabab King in Queens, a favorite restaurant of Zohran Mamdani, diners shared their reactions to his victory in the New York City mayoral race.
Democratic Election Wins
- Democrats achieved significant wins during the first election of President Trump's second term.
- They secured governorships in Virginia and New Jersey.
- Zohran Mamdani was elected as New York City’s first Muslim mayor.
"Permission structures for political violence" exist on all sides of the political aisle. — Ben Shapiro
"Call leadership of both parties" to end the government shutdown. — Chrissy Houlahan
The case on emergency tariffs "may not be a slam dunk for the plaintiffs." — Joan Biskupic
President Trump criticized Democrats for not ending the filibuster, which could resolve the shutdown. — Kaitlan Collins report
Summary: Political tensions persist with concerns about violence, ongoing government shutdown, and significant election outcomes marking President Trump’s second term.