The political theater continues this week as Texas Republicans push an aggressive redistricting plan that could flip five U.S. House seats in their favor ahead of the 2026 midterms. Backed by Governor Abbott, the move has sparked fierce backlash, prompting over 50 Democratic state legislators to flee the state and break quorum—blocking the vote entirely. In response, Republican leaders have issued civil arrest warrants and are even seeking FBI assistance to locate the missing lawmakers. National Democrats, including leaders in California and New York, have threatened to explore similar redistricting strategies, though legal differences between states make that a tougher path. Meanwhile, the Fed held interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.50% last week, as expected. But the real surprise came days later with a bombshell jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. July’s numbers came in weak, and May and June were revised downward by a combined 258,000 jobs. Many believe this data could’ve influenced the Fed’s policy stance had it been available sooner. In a bold move, President Trump fired BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer, claiming accountability is needed to improve data quality and timeliness. Critics argue she was just the messenger, but the message from Trump is loud and clear. Finally, we take an early look at the 2028 presidential race. Kamala Harris has announced she won’t run for California governor, leaving the door open for a presidential bid—but the decision doesn’t inspire confidence. After her loss to Trump in 2024, her standing within the Democratic Party is uncertain. We break down potential nominees on both sides and discuss why the road to 2028 already looks chaotic.

We kick things off with American Eagle’s bold new ad campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney — a healthy, attractive woman and a major shift from the industry’s recent trend of using “body inclusivity” as a marketing crutch. While most people appreciate the lighthearted “Good Jeans” slogan, some critics are stretching to connect it to eugenics and Nazi ideals due to Sweeney’s blonde hair and blue eyes. We find that claim absurd — and so do most consumers. The result? American Eagle stock is up, and the campaign is a clear win.

Next, we turn to a tragic mass shooting in NYC over the weekend. The alleged shooter, Shane Tamura, reportedly traveled from Las Vegas to target NFL headquarters, blaming the league for his mental health decline and alleged CTE symptoms stemming from high school football. We break down what we know — and the broader implications.

We also cover a graphic brawl that went viral this week. While both sides clearly escalated the conflict, it’s impossible to ignore how the media coverage would be drastically different if the racial dynamics were reversed. We don’t focus on race — we focus on media hypocrisy and what gets amplified (or buried) based on narrative.

And finally, we dive into a major EU–US trade deal struck over the weekend. Even left-leaning outlets admit the deal heavily favors the U.S. — further proof that under President Trump, America negotiates from a position of strength. While some on the left are busy mocking him as “TACO,” we’re watching him deliver real wins on the global stage. America First. Always.

Was Stephen Colbert really canceled over politics… or was it just bad business?

If you listen to the media narrative, you might think Colbert was forced out after calling Trump’s $16 million settlement with Paramount “a bribe.” Just days later, he announced The Late Show would officially end in May 2026.

But here’s the truth: the show has reportedly been losing $40 million a year — with Colbert pulling in a $15 million salary. That kind of math doesn’t work forever.

This episode breaks down the real reasons behind Colbert’s cancellation, the Trump–Paramount payout, and how the media spins stories to fit an agenda. We also dig into Hunter Biden’s wild takes on immigration and Trump. Let's put it this way — he is not a fan of Trump.