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US Midterms and Israeli elections enter the final stretch. Republicans are likely to hold the Senate while the House is a tossup. The GOP is vastly outspending Democrats and is able to get their message out. In Israel polls are close but there is a great likelihood that neither the Bibi bloc nor the Change bloc opposition will win. President Trump attacks Zelenskyy over diesel prices.

How will Trump and the Republicans fare in the Midterm elections? Polls in Israel are not looking good for Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu. Trump is keeping the pressure on Iran. Are the Iranians ready to capitulate?

Iran violated the ceasefire and Trump ordered a weekend bombing campaign that forced Iran back to the negotiation table while not impacting the markets. Oil and gas prices have been declining to more reasonable levels. The United States turns 250. The US Military is investing more money into autonomous warfare than the Marine Corps' annual budget, how will this change warfare?

What is the status of US negotiations with Iran? What is the state of American politics, especially the coming Midterms? How do Israeli political parties and personalities look for their October elections? How has Trump's visit to China and the Iran war impacted the US-China geopolitical struggle?

Trump survives another assassination attempt. What do the polls tell us about the Midterms? Can former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett "Orban" Bibi Netanyahu? How is China coping with the economic damage from the Iran War? Update on US naval procurement.

Iran may be ready back down and accede to President Trump's demands. Iran has been devastated by war. Will America's allies assist with protecting the Straight of Hormuz? Update on the polls, can the GOP win the Midterms? Ukraine cuts the the "land bridge" in Russian occupied Ukraine. Is Russia nearing defeat? China backs down on its plans to invade Taiwan. A tribute to the legendary Chuck Norris.

What is the strategy behind the US and Israeli military action against Iran? What are the global impacts and implications? Who is opposed to US action at home and what are their arguments? A discussion of war powers and how they apply to this circumstance. What is the impact of the war on Russia and China?

A massive build up of US forces in the Middle East could mean a sustained campaign against the Iranian regime as negotiations falter. Israeli politicians posture as elections approach later this year. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivers an incredible speech at the Munich Security Conference as Democrat attendees fumble. China continues to be in political limbo following the arrest of a prominent general.

The United States prepares its forces to attack Iran, will last minute negotiations avert a war? Trump trolls the haughty Davos crowd to their faces. Will there be another government shutdown? Russia has taken more casualties in Ukraine than any major power since WW2. Is President Xi facing a military coup in China? The remains of Israel's final hostage are returned by the IDF.

Venezuelan Dictator Nicolas Maduro has been taken into custody for trial in the United States. What will follow for the people of Venezuela? Iran is experiencing major protests, can the people of Iran topple their corrupt and ineffective regime? Finally, the Trump Administration proposes a new Battleship. Is there a place for armored, large-gun warships on the modern naval battlefield?

Terrorists killed 15 at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia, including a 10 year-old girl. Ben Shapiro slams the Woke Reich at a TPUSA event. Economic news is positive for the US and Israel. Israel makes new allies, secures more investment, and plans to reduce its reliance on military aid from the United States. Ukraine is holding its own against Russia as the Trump Administration demands more concessions from Kiyv. South America is going right. Chinese fishing vessels are terrorizing the world's oceans.

How would a Bond villain destroy America? Are the Axis powers pursuing a strategy to divide Americans against themselves. What is the worst case scenario for US midterms? Israel's economy is rebounding as the conflict cools down. An examination of polls shows where Israeli politics stands at present. Is the peace deal on the table for Ukraine essentially a surrender?

Democrats sweep races in blue states. Trump calls for an end to the filibuster to reopen the government. Israel's war record in Gaza is the best urban combat record in history. Trump works the Monroe Doctrine in South America and makes America money in the process!

Hamas has broken the ceasefire on several occasions killing at least two Israeli soldiers. Hamas is torturing and murdering Palestinians in an effort to remain in power. Prime Minister Benjamin "Bibi" Netanyahu says he is officially seeking reelection in the next elections which could be held as early as the spring or as late as the autumn of 2026. President Trump is waffling on Ukraine once again as yet another peace initiative fails to achieve results.

Charlie Kirk was an excellent debater who sought out conversations with his opponents to test the veracity of their ideas. His death is an incredible tragedy that underscores the problems in our society. Two years after the October 7th massacre Hamas is on their last leg. President Trump proposed a ceasefire, but Hamas has rejected it. How best to argue in Israel's favor with your friends and family? President Trump has shifted his view of the Russia-Ukraine War. In the increasingly black and white world of the Axis and Allies we must adapt to the new circumstances.