Today Josh takes a look at where the conservative movement stands today and why some bad actors on the right are trying to hijack what it means to be a conservative. He explains what true conservatism stands for and why those chasing clicks at the expense of the movement need to be called out.
Josh is joined by former Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl, who discusses the growing threat from Iran and why he believes now is the time to confront it. Pearl—board chairman of the U.S.–Israel Education Association—also previews the Sweet Sixteen and shares which teams he thinks could surprise people.
Finally, Josh breaks down the major legal rulings against Big Tech earlier this week and what the decisions could mean long term for social media companies.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Iran was letting 10 oil tankers transit the Strait of Hormuz as an apparent goodwill gesture in negotiations.
Trump made the comments at a Cabinet meeting in the White House, elaborating on what he had previously described as a "present" from Iran.
"They said, to show you the fact that we're real and solid and we're there, we're going to let you have eight boats of oil, eight boats, eight big boats of oil," Trump said. "I guess they were right, and they were real, and I think they were Pakistani-flagged... It ended up being 10 boats."
The White House did not immediately respond to a request for more details on the vessels.
Trump's comments came as he pressed Iran to agree to a deal that would clear the maritime chokepoint and end its nuclear program.
The U.S. president on Tuesday had baffled some observers when he said that Iran had given the United States an expensive, energy-related concession. At the time, he declined to say what exactly he meant.
"They gave us a present and the ?present arrived today, and it was a very big present, ?worth a tremendous amount of money," Trump told reporters then.
President Donald Trump on Thursday urged Iran to make a deal to end U.S. and Israeli bombing or face more strikes on their country.
"They now have the chance, that is Iran, to permanently abandon their nuclear ambitions and to join a new path forward," Trump said during a Cabinet meeting at the White House. "We'll see if they want to do it. If they don't, we're their worst nightmare. In the meantime, we'll just keep blowing them away."
Trump spoke after a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Thursday that Washington's proposal for ending nearly four weeks of fighting is "one-sided and unfair" but that diplomacy continues.
Trump said Iranians were talking with the U.S. and described them as desperate to make a deal, characterizations Tehran has denied.
He also cast Iranian officials as "great negotiators" and said he was seeking an agreement that opens the Strait of Hormuz and shuts down Tehran's military ambitions.
Trump suggested that a deal might not ultimately come together.
"I don't know if we'll be able to do that," he said of the prospects for a deal. I don't know if we're willing to do that."
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Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States is “winning so big” against Iran and that Iranian officials are negotiating — but are too afraid to publicly admit it.
Speaking to supporters at a GOP event, Trump described the Iranian leadership as hesitant to engage, saying they fear repercussions from both their own people and the U.S. “There’s never been a head of a country that wanted that job less than being the head of Iran,” Trump said.
He added that the U.S. is closely listening to Iranian communications and negotiating through intermediaries, emphasizing that the Trump administration is achieving results in the Middle East while keeping national security a top priority.
Donald Trump is projecting confidence as Republicans head into the upcoming midterm elections, predicting the party will expand its majorities in Congress.
Speaking at a GOP fundraising event, Trump highlighted strong momentum within the party and defended his foreign policy, describing recent action against Iran as necessary for national security.
Trump acknowledged short-term economic pressures, including fluctuations in gas prices, but said the country is positioned for long-term success and growth under his leadership.
Mikie Sherrill has signed legislation limiting the use of face coverings by law enforcement officers, including federal ICE agents.
The new law also requires officers to present identification before making arrests, aiming to increase transparency and strengthen public trust.
New Jersey becomes the second state this year to enact such restrictions, following a similar measure signed by Bob Ferguson earlier in March.
The legislation comes amid ongoing tensions with the Department of Homeland Security and the Donald Trump administration over immigration enforcement and federal authority within the state.
Supporters say the law will protect residents’ rights and increase accountability, while federal officials have previously criticized such measures as potentially dangerous.
The Justice Department has reportedly reached a settlement of approximately $1.2 million with Michael Flynn, the former national security adviser to Donald Trump.
Flynn had previously pleaded guilty to lying about phone conversations with a top Russian diplomat during Trump’s first term, though he was later pardoned.
The settlement resolves a 2023 lawsuit in which Flynn alleged malicious prosecution, seeking at least $50 million. The resolution represents a significant reversal in the Justice Department’s position on the case.
No further details on the settlement amount were disclosed in court filings, but sources familiar with the matter confirmed the total at roughly $1.2 million.
Iran says it is reviewing a proposal from the United States that could potentially bring an end to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East — but insists no direct negotiations are taking place.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Wednesday there has been no formal dialogue with Washington, despite messages being exchanged through intermediary countries.
“No negotiations have taken place so far,” Araqchi said. “Messages being conveyed through our friendly countries… is not called negotiation or dialogue.”
According to sources familiar with the discussions, Donald Trump has proposed a sweeping plan that includes dismantling Iran’s nuclear program, limiting missile development, and cutting support to regional allies.
Regional officials say Iran has its own conditions — including that Lebanon be part of any ceasefire agreement involving the U.S. and Israel.
The White House has not confirmed details of the proposal but warned that further military action remains possible if Iran does not agree to terms.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Iran must abandon its nuclear ambitions and stop threatening the U.S. and its allies, adding that any continued violence would be the result of Iran refusing to make a deal.
Despite Iran’s public stance, Trump said negotiations are effectively underway.
“They are negotiating… and they want to make a deal so badly,” Trump said, suggesting Iranian leaders may be hesitant to say so publicly.
For now, both sides appear to be holding firm — exchanging messages indirectly while leaving the door open to a potential agreement.
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