埃隆·马斯克今年4月在白宫一次内阁会议上 图源：Nathan Howard/REUTERS 导语：马斯克一直致力于维系与JD·万斯的关系，而万斯被视为特朗普"让美国再次伟大"（MAGA） 政治运动的潜在继承者。 知情人士透露，亿万富豪埃隆·马斯克正悄然放缓组建政党的计划。 马斯克已向盟友表示，他希望将精力集中在自己的企业上，且不愿因组建可能分流共和党选票的 第三政党，而疏远有权势的共和党人。 这一态度与上月初形成反差——当时他称将组建"美国党"，以代表对两大主要政党不满的美国选 民。 在考虑组建政党期间，这位特斯拉首席执行官一直着重于维系与副总统JD·万斯的关系——万斯 被广泛视为特朗普"让美国再次伟大"（MAGA）政治运动的潜在继承者。知情人士称，近几周马 斯克与万斯保持联系，且他向身边人坦言，若执意组建政党，将损害与副总统的关系。 多位知情人士称，马斯克正考虑动用其庞大的财富支持万斯若在2028年竞选总统。作为参考，马 斯克在2024年美国大选中耗资近3亿美元支持特朗普（Donald Trump）及其他共和党人。 尽管如此，马斯克并未彻底放弃新党计划。他的盟友透露，随着中期选举临近，他的想法或许会 改变。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Former President Trump indicated that Vice President Vance is "very likely" to be his successor and represent the Republican Party in the 2028 election, marking the clearest endorsement of Vance as a future presidential candidate [1] Group 1: Political Implications - Trump's support for Vance is significant given his substantial influence within the Republican base, which could impact the dynamics of the 2028 election [1] - Vance, at 40 years old, has shown strong loyalty to Trump, aligning closely with his policies on trade, immigration, and corporate matters [1] Group 2: Candidate Background - Vance has a background as a Marine and has played a crucial role in the Trump administration, serving as a key diplomat and spokesperson for domestic and foreign policies [1] - The article notes that Trump previously refrained from endorsing a successor for 2028, making this statement a notable shift in his stance [1]

Core Viewpoint - President Trump expressed a desire to release all documents related to the Epstein case, while also indicating concerns about potential harm to individuals involved [1] Group 1: Trump's Statements - Trump stated he hopes to make all information public but does not want anyone to be harmed or implicated as a result [1] - He mentioned that if there were any documents linking him to the case, they should have been released before the presidential election [1] Group 2: Epstein Case Background - Epstein was closely associated with numerous prominent figures in the U.S. and was arrested for sexual crimes, dying in prison in August 2019, ruled as a "suicide" [1] - During his 2024 presidential campaign, Trump promised to release documents related to the Epstein case, but the first batch released in February did not contain explosive new information [1] Group 3: Government's Position - The U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI released a memo on July 7, stating there is no credible evidence that Epstein had a "client list" for blackmailing prominent individuals or that he was murdered, and they will not release more documents related to the case [1] - Trump's previous comments suggested that the Epstein case was not a priority, stating "no one cares" about it and that time and energy should not be wasted on it [1] Group 4: Public Reaction - The shift in the Trump administration's stance has caused a stir within the MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement, leading to doubts and dissatisfaction among supporters [1] - Many citizens are calling for the U.S. Department of Justice to release all documents related to the Epstein case [1]

Group 1 - The Trump administration is facing increasing public pressure and has requested the release of all grand jury testimony related to the Epstein case [1] - Trump stated on social media that he has asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to submit the grand jury testimony records to the court for approval [1] - Bondi confirmed readiness to file a motion to unseal the grand jury testimony records [1] Group 2 - There is uncertainty regarding whether the release of the testimony will quell criticism of Bondi's recent decision to no longer publicly disclose Epstein-related documents or evidence [2] - The testimony represents only a small portion of the evidence collected by prosecutors and the FBI [2] Group 3 - The Epstein case has generated numerous conspiracy theories among Trump's MAGA supporters, who question the official conclusion of Epstein's suicide in August 2019 [3] - Calls have been made for the release of Epstein's "client list," which is believed to contain names of influential individuals he may have blackmailed [3] - Trump has attributed the push for the release of Epstein documents to the Democrats, although some Republicans, including former Vice President Mike Pence, are also calling for more transparency [3] Group 4 - A recent FBI memorandum indicated that a systematic review of Epstein case documents found no evidence of a "guilty client list" [4] - The memorandum also supported the official conclusion of Epstein's suicide, providing video evidence of the timeline surrounding his death [4] - However, reports have emerged suggesting that nearly three minutes of footage from the only functioning camera near Epstein's cell was edited out the night before his death [4]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is the controversy surrounding the nomination of Nick Adams, a supporter of "Make America Great Again," as the U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia, which has sparked criticism in Malaysia due to his extreme statements supporting Israel [1][3] - Adams' previous comments, including a post stating "If you are not standing with Israel, you are standing with terrorists," have led to calls for the Malaysian government to reject his appointment [3] - Malaysian political figures, including former law and health ministers, have condemned the nomination, labeling it an insult and urging the government to take a clear stance against it [3][4] Group 2 - Adams, 40, moved from Australia to the U.S. in 2012 and became a U.S. citizen in 2021, having a political background in Sydney before his controversial remarks led to his exit from the Liberal Party [4] - He is a staunch supporter of Trump, actively campaigning for him during the 2024 presidential election, and has a significant following on social media where he often shares provocative statements [4] - The nomination reflects a perceived lack of respect and understanding towards Malaysia, particularly given the country's predominantly Muslim population, which constitutes about 70% of the total population [3][4]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles revolves around President Trump's call for the U.S. Department of Justice to release all credible information related to the Epstein case to address criticism from his supporters [1][3][5] - Trump's previous commitment to disclose Epstein-related documents is now met with internal dissent within his "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) base, particularly after the DOJ and FBI concluded that there is no "client list" to release [3][6] - Trump's recent comments indicate a softening stance, as he previously defended Attorney General Pam Bondi but now suggests that credible information should be made public, reflecting a shift in his approach to the Epstein case [5][6] Group 2 - The internal conflict within the MAGA camp regarding the Epstein case has intensified, with some supporters expressing dissatisfaction over the DOJ's findings and calling for Bondi's resignation [3][6] - Reports indicate that FBI Deputy Director Bongino had a confrontation with Bondi at the White House, leading to speculation about his potential resignation from the FBI [6] - Prominent figures, including Elon Musk, have publicly questioned Trump's credibility if he fails to release the Epstein documents, highlighting the growing pressure on him from within his supporter base [6]

Group 1 - The U.S. government under Trump is facing pressure from global economies regarding its tariff policies, particularly as the July 9 deadline approaches, leading to unilateral actions rather than negotiations [1][2] - Japan has been specifically targeted by the U.S. tariff policy, with Trump announcing a 25% tariff on Japanese automobiles, significantly increasing from the previous 2.5% [5][7] - The increase in tariffs could force a complete restructuring of Japan's export industry to the U.S., potentially leading to severe impacts on the automotive sector [7] Group 2 - The tariff policy reflects Trump's commitment to the "Make America Great Again" agenda, but there are signs of political instability within his support base, especially after the passage of the "Big and Beautiful" bill [4] - If the tariff strategy proves successful, it may set a precedent for other countries to follow suit, reducing the need for individual negotiations [10] - Japan's political leadership may seek assistance in other areas following the tariff imposition, indicating potential for new diplomatic strategies [9]

Group 1 - The House Republicans successfully advanced President Trump's large-scale tax and spending bill to the final voting stage, indicating a resolution of internal disagreements regarding the bill's fiscal impact [1] - The bill passed the House with a narrow margin of 219 votes to 213 after extensive discussions between lawmakers and the White House [1] - The nonpartisan analysis predicts that the bill will increase the U.S. debt by $3.4 trillion over the next decade, including a $900 million cut to Medicaid for low-income individuals [1] Group 2 - Trump criticized the delay in voting on the bill, emphasizing that it should have been an easy decision for Republicans and warned that failure to pass the bill could alienate core MAGA supporters [2] - Democrats collectively opposed the bill, arguing that the tax benefits disproportionately favor the wealthy while cutting essential public services for low- and middle-income groups [3] - The Congressional Budget Office estimates that nearly 12 million people may lose health insurance due to the bill's provisions [3] Group 3 - The bill includes significant components of Trump's domestic policy, extending the 2017 tax cuts, cutting funding for healthcare and food safety net programs, and increasing the debt ceiling by $5 trillion [4] - Concerns have arisen among some Republicans regarding the Medicaid cuts, prompting the Senate to allocate additional funding for rural hospitals [4]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent decline in President Trump's approval ratings, highlighting a significant dissatisfaction among the American public regarding his performance, particularly in relation to foreign policy decisions and legislative efforts. Group 1: Approval Ratings - Recent polls indicate that Trump's approval rating has dropped to a historic low, with 53% of Americans expressing dissatisfaction with his performance [2][5][6] - The net approval rating stands at negative 10%, a decrease from negative 7% the previous day, marking the lowest level since April 29 [6][7][10] - Other polls also confirm that Trump's approval ratings have reached new lows during his second term, with net approval ratings reported at negative 14% and negative 13% in different surveys [12][13][14] Group 2: Foreign Policy Decisions - Analysts suggest that Trump's decision to attack Iranian nuclear facilities has caused unease among his "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) supporters, who expected him to avoid foreign entanglements [3][15] - The recent military actions, including the deployment of the National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles and airstrikes on Iran, have reignited public dissatisfaction with the White House [9][10] Group 3: Legislative Efforts - The U.S. Senate has advanced Trump's "Big and Beautiful" bill, which aims to implement significant tax cuts and spending measures, passing a procedural vote by 51 to 49 [4][17] - The bill is seen as a continuation and upgrade of Trump's first-term tax policies, proposing a $4 trillion tax cut and a $1.5 trillion spending reduction over the next decade [22] - The bill's passage faces challenges, including opposition from several Republican senators and Democrats, as well as criticism from influential figures like Elon Musk, who argues it could harm the economy and increase national debt significantly [18][24][23]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the internal divisions within Trump's support base regarding military actions against Iran, with some advocating for peace and others supporting military intervention [3][4]. - Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized Trump's decision to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities, stating that it is not America's battle and that peace should be the answer [3]. - Trump's confirmation of successful strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities has drawn strong condemnation from Iran, which labeled the actions as "barbaric military aggression" against its peaceful nuclear program [3][4]. Group 2 - The New York Times described Trump's order for airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities as a "gamble," risking retaliation against over 40,000 U.S. troops in the region and the potential for escalating conflict [4]. - The military action has faced criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, with concerns about the lack of Congressional authorization and the risk of a disastrous Middle Eastern war [4]. - Republican strategist Sarah Longwell noted that many of Trump's supporters may view the airstrikes as an "unforgivable sin," indicating potential backlash within his own party [4].