Republicans passed a budget resolution amid widespread media outcry labeling it a "crisis." The first cabinet meeting of the Trump administration, with full attendance, and Elon Musk, a special White House employee tied to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk’s presence at the meeting sparks debate.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to visit on Friday for a significant rare earth mineral deal, critical for batteries and chips.

In Florida, Trump backs Byron Donalds’ gubernatorial bid, spotlighting a potential MAGA rift with Ron DeSantis, who reportedly favors his wife Casey as successor. This move hints at Trump’s broader influence on 2026 races. Meanwhile, DOGE targets federal inefficiency, scrutinizing contracts and bureaucracy, though some Republicans waver under pressure.

Media battles intensify ...