Watch live coverage as President Trump speaks in Rocky Mount, N.C. It comes hours after the Department of Justice released some of the Epstein files with many redactions. Democrats are calling to have all of them released immediately. » Subscribe to MS NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@msnow MS NOW is the go-to destination for domestic and international breaking news, and best-in-class opinion journalism. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day click here: https://www.ms.now/ ...

Tax Policy & Reform - The discussion revolves around potential tax reforms, specifically addressing loopholes that allow the wealthy to avoid taxes, such as the death tax (estate tax) [1][2] - Closing tax loopholes for the ultra-wealthy could significantly contribute to funding the government, addressing national debt, and maintaining entitlements [1] - The current tax code allows some wealthy individuals to avoid paying taxes by living off loans, which are secured by their assets [5][6] - There's a sentiment that the tax system is rigged, leading to distrust in government and a feeling of unfairness, especially among younger generations [9][11][13] - Past efforts to reform the tax code and address entitlement issues have failed due to political gridlock and resistance from various constituencies [1][13] Wealth & Income Disparity - The disparity in wealth and the perception that the ultra-rich are not paying their fair share of taxes fuels anti-capitalist sentiment [8] - Examples like Jeff Bezos taking a $4,000 child tax credit when worth $18 billion highlight the perceived unfairness of the tax code [3] - The wealthy can avoid taxes by not selling stock and living off loans, effectively being subsidized by those with W2 income [5][7] Political Landscape - Republicans have historically been resistant to raising new revenue through taxes [1] - There is little appetite in Congress to adjust taxes, with past attempts to close loopholes being easily squashed [1] - The government's priorities, such as raising taxes on university endowments, may not align with public sentiment [13]

Weather and Climate Science - The potential loss of federal funding for ENCAR (National Center for Atmospheric Research) is a critical concern, as ENCAR's research is essential for weather forecasting worldwide [2] - ENCAR's scientists develop technology, such as devices dropped into cyclones, to measure wind speed and storm strength, which is crucial for understanding hurricane paths [4] - ENCAR is considered the highest level of weather and climate science research institution, maintaining close ties with the University of Boulder [6] Economic and Public Safety Impact - Shutting down ENCAR could negatively impact the economy, public safety, and overall community awareness due to reduced access to vital weather information [3] - The research center's work is important to states facing tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods, highlighting its significance to their economies [7] Political Context - The decision to potentially shut down ENCAR is attributed to political motivations, specifically retaliation against the state of Colorado [8] - The current administration is perceived as anti-science, potentially influencing decisions regarding funding for scientific research institutions like ENCAR [11]

It's four o'clock in New York on a day an hour years in the making as we await the release of the so-called Epstein files, at least a chunk of them. Some absolutely pivotal context to go over. Three things to know upfront ahead of a midnight deadline imposed on the Trump administration. First, the sheer size and scope of what the general public is about to have in its hands is colossal. a mountain of documents, hundreds of gigabytes of information encompassing trip logs, financial records, interview summari ...

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Political Analysis - Trump's prime time address received poor reviews, described as a "political nothing burger" and "pointless" [2] - Trump's economic approval rating hit a new low of 33% [3] - Trump's approval on handling the rising cost of living sank to 27%, the lowest of the year [7] - The administration's deportation policies targeted individuals beyond those with criminal records, contradicting campaign promises [9][10][11] - Mass protests and civic engagement are critical to maintaining democracy [14][15] Economic & Tech Trends - AI companies significantly prop up the economy, and removing them presents a different economic picture [19] - Nvidia became the first company to reach a $5 trillion valuation [18]

Let's say I have measles and I walk through a room of a 100 people. When I get to the other side of that, when I'm can all these 100 people in there, about 85 of those people will probably come down with measles. That's how contagious it is.>> We are in Spartanberg County, South Carolina, covering the measles outbreak. We just got word today, new numbers suggest nine new cases of the measles since last week in this area. This is where public health officials are warning that these measles infections have ac ...

Funding & Policy Concerns - HHS's decision to halt funding raises concerns about alignment with their agenda, particularly regarding programs focused on infant deaths, birth defects, prenatal substance exposure, and teen mental health [1][2] - The lack of clear, evidence-based reasons for pulling funding suggests potential retaliation rather than scientific decision-making [3] - Concerns exist that funding cuts may be due to disagreements with the AAP on policies not supported by evidence, setting an unhealthy precedent [6] - HHS is criticized for fighting against identity-based language, including references to racial disparities and the term "pregnant people" [8] Public Health & Vaccine Issues - There's a concern about attacks on children's health, starting with vaccines and the measles epidemic [10] - Misinformation about vaccines, such as claims about the measles vaccine being "leaky" or contaminated, contributes to public health issues [11] - Measles has resurged in America, with approximately 2,000 cases across 43 states, nearing the loss of elimination status [13] - The high number of measles cases, the highest since 1992, demonstrates the impact of misinformation from sources like RFK Jr, despite the availability of a safe vaccine [14] Gender Affirming Care - The administration's moves to ban gender affirming care for transgender young people, even where legal, are concerning [15] - Equating gender affirming care to malpractice is a falsehood, as evidence shows appropriate care can lower rates of depression and suicide risk for some adolescents [15][16] - Decisions about gender affirming care are individualized, cautious, and based on a child's overall health, not made overnight [16][18] - Marginalization of the transgender population is a concern, and spreading falsehoods about gender affirming care is frustrating [18][19]

Joining us now, Marina Lasera. She provided crucial evidence that enabled prosecutors to charge Jeffrey Epstein in 2019 with sex trafficking. Uh she was known in those documents as minor victim number one. Thank you very much for being here today. >> Thank you for having me. >> How are you feeling? >> A lot of emotions. A lot of emotions. Um anxiety. uh a little scared how you know these these files are going to come out and it's exactly what you were just talking about. It's what kind of redactions are goi ...

This is why it's going to be really tough for Republicans to turn the page going into 2026. >> And they seem to be banking on the idea that this one big beautiful bill is going to kick in next year and everybody's going to feel all this new wealth. And that's just not reality. That's not what's going to happen.As we've talked about before, this was largely keeping people's tax rates where they are. That's not a huge change for most people. So, um there's not a lot that that Congress can do at this point or ...