Iran mediators make last-ditch push for 45-day ceasefire  —  The U.S., Iran and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the war, according to four U.S., Israeli and regional sources with knowledge of the talks.

Steve Bannon wins Supreme Court order likely to lead to dismissal of contempt of Congress conviction  —  Steve Bannon, a longtime ally of President Donald Trump, on Monday won a Supreme Court order that is expected to lead to the dismissal of his criminal conviction for refusing to testify to Congress.

Newly Obtained Video of Minneapolis Shooting Undermines ICE Account … Almost immediately after an immigration agent shot and wounded a Venezuelan immigrant in Minneapolis this winter, the federal government cast the injured man as an attempted murderer and the agent as the victim of a brutal beating.

When War Crimes Rhetoric Becomes Battlefield Reality: The Slippery Slope to Total War on Iran  —  “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.  There will be nothing like it!!!” posted President Donald Trump on Easter Sunday.

At 8:03 this morning, Easter Sunday, President Donald J. Trump's social media account posted: “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.  There will be nothing like it!!!  Open the F*ckin' Strait, you crazy b*stards, or you'll be living in Hell—JUST WATCH!

WHCD's Trump-Era Accessories … On a Saturday evening in late April, the ballroom of the Washington Hilton will feature the annual tradition of reporters dressing up in tuxedos and gowns to mingle, network, and celebrate their profession. … The First Amendment merchandise is part of a campaign …

The DOJ Misled a Judge About How It's Using Voter Roll Data  —  The acting head of the DOJ's voting section told a judge last week that the agency had not touched the nonpublic voter roll data it has collected.  That wasn't true.  —  Last week in Rhode Island, in a hearing …

The Terrorist in Chief  —  It's time for us to face up to the ugly reality  —  Terrorism, according to ICE — yes, that ICE — “involves violence or the threat of violence against people or property to further a particular ideology.”  The official website goes on to declare that …

Trump endorses Steve Hilton in California governor's race … The endorsement may also spare Democrats from having to spend heavily to boost one of the Republican candidates themselves — a strategy they have employed in several races in the past.  —  “Trump's endorsement of Steve Hilton likely frees …

ICE Agents Detain Newlywed Spouse of Soldier Training to Deploy  —  The 22-year-old wife of an Army staff sergeant came to the U.S. as a toddler.  She was taken from a military base where the couple planned to live.  —  A U.S. Army staff sergeant and his wife arrived at his base in Louisiana last week …

The Week Ahead  —  The president of the United States greeted the country with this Truth Social post about his intentions in Iran on Easter Sunday: “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.  There will be nothing like it!!!

Jim Jordan's dream might not be deferred much longer … “I've seen a concerted effort now for him to work with everybody and to travel the country,” said Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J.), a fellow Judiciary member.  Should Jordan make another run, he said, “I think his base of appeal will be stronger and bigger.”

The War Is Turning Iran Into a Major World Power  —  In recent years, the conventional geopolitical wisdom has been that the world order was moving toward three centers of power: the United States, China and Russia.  That view assumed that power derived primarily from economic scale and military capability.

Tax cuts are the hot new idea for Democrats  —  New tax cut plans from 2028 presidential prospects and major Democratic candidates for governor have spurred a “wonk revolt” from liberal and moderate policy experts.  —  WASHINGTON — Tax cuts are becoming the hottest new idea in Democratic politics …

Trump's respect for King Charles possibly quashed desire to annex Canada, says royal commentator  —  U.S. president was unaware Charles is Canada's head of state, Robert Hardman writes in new book  —  An upcoming book authored by a prominent royal commentator says U.S. President Donald Trump …

Trump's Total War Budget  —  PN is supported by paid subscribers.  Become one ⬇️  —  🎖️ Subscribe to PN 🎖️  —  Last week, President Trump called for the culmination of a 45-year Republican dream and did so in a way designed to do maximum damage to the GOP — not to mention the country.

Trump promised a post-war economic rebound.  The damage may linger far longer. … “I don't think we're going back to the pre-war prices for the foreseeable future.  Certainly won't be this year, won't even be next year,” said Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody's Analytics.  “Might not be ever.”

U.S. marshals waived training rules for Musk's armed DOGE security, emails say  —  The U.S. Marshals Service allowed some members of Musk's security team to sidestep experience and training requirements, according to emails.  —  Members of Elon Musk's private security team were deputized …

Epstein in Paris: How a Sex Offender Hustled for Access to France's Elite  —  Jeffrey Epstein spent his last days of freedom in Paris, meeting with influential figures.  It was a playbook he used everywhere he lived to stamp a veneer of respectability on a life of sordid criminality.

A Hidden Russian Hand in Hungary's Election?  Actually, It's Quite Open.  —  Prime Minister Viktor Orban has made hostility to Ukraine a centerpiece of his campaign.  Moscow seems determined to repay the favor.  —  Throughout four years of full-scale war in Ukraine, Hungary has worked …