Morning Minute: We're Not Doing 2020 Again, Friends
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Morning Minute: We're Not Doing 2020 Again, Friends
Tuesday, May 19, 2026Good morning, and welcome to RedState's
Graham Platner Was Already Disgusting — These Latest Unearthed Posts Make It Much Worse
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Graham Platner Was Already Disgusting — These Latest Unearthed Posts Make It Much Worse
Unearthed posts reveal Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner's disturbing and explicit past behavior.
Trump’s Response to Mark Cuban Joining His Drug-Cost Push Was Classic
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Trump’s Hilarious Response to Seeing Mark Cuban at His Side Says It All
Trump teams up with Mark Cuban to lower drug costs in the Trump Rx initiative.
'We Were All Set to Go' – Trump Now Reveals How Close Iran Came to Being Hit
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'We Were All Set to Go' – Trump Now Reveals How Close Iran Came to Being Hit
Trump reveals how close the US came to striking Iran amid rising tensions in the Gulf region.
Judge With Notorious Sister Muzzles Watchdog in GA Supreme Court Race
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Judge With Notorious Sister Muzzles Watchdog in GA Supreme Court Race
GA judge blocks misconduct reports in Supreme Court race, raising free speech and transparency concerns.
San Diego Mosque's Dark History Resurfaces After Teen Gunmen Kill Three
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San Diego Mosque's Dark History Resurfaces After Teen Gunmen Kill Three
San Diego mosque linked to 9/11 hijackers resurfaces after teen gunmen kill three.
Trump: New Ballroom Will Serve America for Hundreds of Years
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Trump’s New White House Ballroom Has One Major Problem for the Left: It’s Awesome
President Trump updates on the new White House ballroom and Washington, D.C. beautification efforts.
Mike Johnson Breaks Out the Crayons After Stunning Comment About Our Rights From Liberal Media Panel
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Mike Johnson Breaks Out the Crayons After Stunning Comment About Our Rights From Liberal Media Panel
Mike Johnson defends founding principles, affirming rights come from our Creator, sparking debate with liberal media.
Between the WH Ballroom and Major Events Like the FIFA World Cup, Counter-Drone Tech Is a Big Deal
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Between the WH Ballroom and Major Events Like the FIFA World Cup, Counter-Drone Tech Is a Big Deal
Counter-drone tech boosts US national security at White House and major events like FIFA World Cup.
Apparently Being Alive Was Optional Under Biden’s Student Loan Program
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Apparently Being Alive Was Optional Under Biden’s Student Loan Program
New anti-fraud measures overhaul FAFSA to stop fake student loans and save billions in taxpayer funds.
Ted Cruz Jumps Into LA Mayor Race, Praises Pratt's Viral Momentum
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Ted Cruz Jumps Into LA Mayor Race, Praises Pratt's Viral Momentum
Ted Cruz endorses Spencer Pratt in the LA mayor race, criticizing Karen Bass’s leadership and praising viral campaign momentum.
China Is Looting American Retirement Accounts - Washington Is Finally Paying Attention
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China Is Looting American Retirement Accounts - Washington Is Finally Paying Attention
Congress hears alarming testimony on China-linked scam networks targeting American retirees and savings.
New Skyraider II 'Swiss Army Knife' Joins AFSOC Fleet
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New Skyraider II 'Swiss Army Knife' Joins AFSOC Fleet
In recent weeks, in the skies over Iran, we saw the value of high-tech as a force multiplier. Americ
Violent Anti-Israel Protest Rocked LA Under Biden - Trump DOJ Is Finally Taking Action
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Violent Anti-Israel Protest Rocked LA Under Biden - Trump DOJ Is Finally Taking Action
The Trump DOJ indicted a man accused of assaulting a Jewish victim during the 2024 Adas Torah protests.
JD Vance Torches 'No Kings' Hypocrites in Fiery WH Briefing
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JD Vance Torches 'No Kings' Hypocrites in Fiery WH Briefing
Since White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt went on maternity leave in late April, the admini
San Diego Mosque Shooting Presser: Security Guard's Actions Saved Children
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San Diego Mosque Shooting Presser: Security Guard's Actions Saved Children
On Tuesday, the San Diego Police Department and the FBI gave a joint press conference updating what
Michelle Obama’s View of Trump Voters Is Exactly Why Democrats Are Struggling
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Michelle Obama’s View of Trump Voters Is Exactly Why Democrats Are Struggling
Michelle Obama’s views on Trump voters highlight Democratic struggles and voter anger over unmet needs.
JD Vance's Response to Trump Dropping Cornyn Like a Hot Rock Is Really a Message From the Voters
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JD Vance's Response to Trump Dropping Cornyn Like a Hot Rock Is Really a Message From the Voters
On Tuesday, Vice President JD Vance took the reins for White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt
Soft-on-Crime Chicago Now Loses Another Walgreens to Rampant Theft
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Soft-on-Crime Chicago Now Loses Another Walgreens to Rampant Theft
Chicago Walgreens closes due to rampant theft and soft-on-crime policies impacting safety and business.