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The President should lead ALL Americans, not mock half of them. "DUMBocrats" isn't leadership. It's division. We deserve better.

Our veterans who swore an oath to the Constitution are drawing a clear line: the Armed Forces are not a political tool. Stand with them at reveilleandrally.com

The news didn’t slow down this week, and we broke it down for you. The DOJ is deleting Jan. 6 records, Iran is threatening retaliation after fresh U.S. strikes, Ken Paxton ousted Cornyn in Texas, federal workers may soon be forced to sign NDAs, and more. Take a closer look at what happened.

When asked if a billion dollars should fund school lunches, 15,000 teachers, or a ballroom, Linda McMahon called it a 'weird comparison.' There's nothing weird about the question. The priorities are.

JD Vance entertaining the idea of sending an elected governor to Guantanamo Bay isn't bold or funny, it's violent rhetoric from the second highest office using his voice to intimidate. Political opposition doesn't make you an enemy. This is not leadership.

From the IRS being barred from investigating Trump to a nearly $1.8B fund for January 6th insurrectionists, there’s a lot to unpack this week. Take a look at the headlines and see what you may have missed.

A president's duty isn't just defending borders, it's defending the people within them. Cutting entitlements isn't fiscal responsibility, it's abandonment. A nation is only as strong as the citizens within it. Invest in people, invest in America.

Trump's adviser calls surging credit card spending proof the economy is thriving. Debt isn't a sign of a booming economy, it's often a sign of struggle. Are Americans truly flourishing, or just trying to keep up?

Trump heads to Beijing as inflation hits 3.8%, a new Fed chair is confirmed, the FDA chief is out, and the DOJ is probing recent insider trading. America's finances are hurting, and the president says he's not thinking about it. Here’s this week’s snapshot in case you missed it.

President Trump said on camera he doesn't think about Americans' financial situation. That's not leadership. That's abandonment. The job of a president is to fight for working families, not dismiss their struggles. When Washington stops thinking about you, demand they start.

Veterans are speaking out, and they’re right. The military is not a political prop. It belongs to the people, not any politician. Country First created Reveille & Rally to protect that. Support the fight: reveilleandrally.com

While the US is stuck in limbo with a ceasefire with Iran, President Trump is working to reshape elections and test the limits of his power. Here are some of the major headlines for the week in case you missed it.

Hegseth sat before Congress and couldn't acknowledge what this war is costing Americans. When the Secretary of Defense refuses to answer for the price of war, the American people can't make informed judgments. Transparency is the foundation of democracy.

Pete Buttigieg knows exactly what it means to fly into a war zone. You do not put American lives on the line unless you have exhausted every other option. That's not partisan. That's the baseline standard we owe every service member.

In case you missed it: King Charles addressed Congress, the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act, Comey was indicted, a shooter targeted Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, and DACA protections weakened. Quite a week. Take a closer look at what happened.

Insiders are cashing in on this presidency in ways we've never seen before. Better contracts. Tariff carveouts. Suspicious trades placed minutes before market-moving tweets. White collar prosecutions at an all-time low. The swamp wasn't drained. It was expanded.

Kash Patel stood before journalists to defend himself against allegations of excessive drinking, then called the press 'fake news mafia.' That's not strength. That's someone who doesn't want to answer the question. Accountability isn't partisan.

It was an intense week, dominated by the deteriorating U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Add record migrant deaths in ICE custody, congressional resignations, Tucker Carlson regretting Trump, Virginia’s redistricting vote, and so much more. Take a closer look at what happened.

Trump's economy is booming for his kids, his cabinet, his donors, and his pardoned criminals. The rest of us? Left out in the cold. A president works for ALL Americans. Rigging the game for insiders isn't leadership. It's corruption.

The facts: SNAP fraud is under 1% & able-bodied adults are already required to work. $300 billion in cuts means one thing: taking benefits people earned. That's not fiscal responsibility. Thank you, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet for speaking the truth.

Trump's feud with the Pope, the DOJ tossing Capitol riot convictions, two congressmen out the door, the Iran war "close to over," and a jury finally holding Ticketmaster accountable. Catch up on everything you missed.

Trump voted by mail, then signed an order restricting it for millions. This isn't about security. It's about power. Rules for thee, not for me, is not a governing principle. Protect our elections: www.country1st.com/poll_workers

War threats, a last-minute ceasefire, Steve Bannon walking free, automatic draft registration, and Tucker Carlson calling out Trump. On top of that, NASA just broke an Apollo record. Take a closer look at what happened this week.

Workers making under $184,500 pay a 12.4% Social Security tax rate. Millionaires pay 2.2%. Billionaires like Trump and Musk? 0.0002%. And in six years, retired workers face a 24% cut to their benefits. @murray.senate.gov called it out: this is not a fair system. She's right.

America's elections are secure. But lies are driving good people away from the polls. That's not an accident. Chaos benefits those spreading it. We need people of integrity to step up. Serve as a poll worker. Protect the vote: www.country1st.com/poll_workers

"I'm trying to figure out what issues I can work across the aisle and compromise. But I'm also thinking what are the issues where I should never compromise. Where I'm going to stand up for values I believe in." @slotkin.senate.gov This is what holding your values over party & donor lines looks like.

Iran threats, Pam Bondi’s firing, $4 gas, and executive orders targeting your vote. The news didn’t slow down. Take a closer look at what happened.

While Americans stretch every dollar at the pump, Trump interrupted a discussion on gas prices to talk about his own statue. Real leaders work for the people. They don't hijack the moment for themselves.

Steve Bannon's call for ICE at polling locations should alarm every American who believes in free and fair elections. Surrounding voters with law enforcement isn't protection, it's suppression. Every eligible voter deserves to vote without intimidation or fear.

This week has been anything but quiet. From oil markets potentially being rigged by insiders to vile tweets sent by our sitting president. Take a closer look at what happened.

The SAVE Act would restrict mail-in voting, but study after study shows it doesn't cause fraud. It's a lifeline for seniors, military & working parents. This isn't election protection. It's voter suppression.

Democracy doesn't run itself. 🇺🇸 Poll workers are the front line of free and fair elections and we need more people willing to step up and defend democracy. Find out if you're eligible in your state 👇 www.country1st.com/poll_workers

"The idea that we could be deploying law enforcement and National Guard around a polling location without a credible threat should send a shiver down your spine." @slotkin.senate.gov Americans have the right to vote free from the presence of military force.

From a federal judge blocking RFK Jr. to Israel invading Lebanon, NATO rejecting Trump, and the Epstein net closing in on Bondi. War, courts, and accountability defined this week. Take a closer look at what happened.

No partisan loyalty, no fear, no favor, just an unwavering commitment to the rule of law and doing what's right. In a time when democracy needs defenders, Jack Smith's dedication to facts, justice, and principle reminds us what public service is truly about.

A record 4.5 million Americans are tapping their 401(k)s early, paying penalties just to cover basic needs as costs climb. The administration calls it a "booming economy," but when families can't make ends meet without raiding their retirement, something isn't adding up. Our people deserve better.

It's been quite the week: $11B has been spent on the Iran war in 7 days, more Epstein files are released, our troops are under fire, and Hegseth has been blowing millions of tax dollars on luxury items. Check out the headlines to see what happened this week.

"For self governance to survive, the only thing we need is to agree is on the rules of the road." @adamkinzinger.substack.com We can disagree on policy, but the moment we stop agreeing on the rules, we stop being a democracy. Protect democracy at www.country1st.com @principlesfirst.bsky.social

Politics has no place in our Armed Forces. Deploying the National Guard for partisan purposes undermines everything they stand for while putting real communities at risk. That's what Reveille & Rally is fighting against. Learn more at reveilleandrally.com

War, elections, and accountability collided this week. From U.S. troops killed in an Iranian strike to the first midterm primaries of 2026 and Epstein depositions finally on the record. Take a closer look at what happened this week.

Our troops deserve a mission, not a moving target. 6 Americans have already paid the ultimate price. Ask this admin what the goal is and you get a different answer every day. Even Pete Hegseth can't give a straight answer. This isn't leadership. It's improvisation with American lives.

Since our launch of Reveille & Rally, millions of Americans have opened their eyes to the real role of the Guard. It's simple: serve the country, not a party. When that line blurs, we all pay the price. Help us keep it that way. reveilleandrally.com

From Trump's record-breaking longest State of the Union address to the takedown of Mexico's most wanted cartel boss, this week delivered headlines that are hard to ignore. Stay informed and take a closer look at what happened this week.

A federal agent shot an unarmed American citizen, then boasted about it in texts. At Country First, we believe how the law is carried out matters just as much as the laws themselves. Accountability matters.

Our military serves the country, not political parties. So why are leaders deploying the National Guard for partisan purposes instead of real emergencies? This isn't about safety, it's intimidation. Reveille and Rally keeps politics out of our Armed Forces. reveilleandrally.com

Accountability is under pressure this week. When the systems that hold power accountable start going quiet, we have to get louder. Stay informed and stay engaged. The news cycle moves fast, but some of these stories deserve a second look.

"It's frankly one of the largest scandals...in our country's history." @khanna.house.gov Country first means accountability for all, even the elite. Genuine patriotism requires equal application of rules, laws, and consequences regardless of someone's wealth, status, or connections.

Our founders envisioned leaders who sacrifice for the nation, not profit from it. Now our sitting President is suing the IRS for $10B from taxpayer funds, the same Americans he swore to serve. This isn't justice, it's personal gain. Our greatest leaders put country first.

Federal judges have ruled recent Guard deployments unconstitutional. When deployment depends on political grandstanding, not community safety, we've crossed a line, and public trust erodes. Demand accountability from those in power. reveilleandrally.com

Our National Guard has always answered the call during disasters. But political leaders are using our military as props for partisan theatre, eroding trust and leaving families vulnerable. Learn more about Reveille and Rally to stop the misuse at reveilleandrally.com

📰 Missed the headlines this week? We've got you covered.

How our president engages with the world reflects our values. The U.S. now gets 30% more for Venezuelan oil than Venezuela did before we captured Maduro. Was it ever about human rights, or just resources?

It's been a challenging week for America. Our reminder: true patriotism transcends party lines. It lives in our shared values. If you missed the headlines, here's our weekly roundup.

When we hold firmly to our values, this is what choosing country over party looks like. We need more leaders like Chris Madel who are willing to put the American people first, regardless of political pressure or partisan expectations.

No one should be shot for exercising their rights. Renee Good and Alex Pretti, U.S. citizens killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis, should be alive today. As Police Chief O’Hara says, “people have had enough.” We need accountability NOW. Sign our petition to hold ICE accountable. Link in reply.

Former Congressman @adamkinzinger.substack.com cuts through the myths and misinformation to reveal what the Second Amendment actually says and means for all Americans. For Democracies to survive, we must operate on facts, and Country First works to shine light on the truth and bring you the facts.

Our actions abroad reveal who we are as a nation and our commitment to American values. Greenland is an Autonomous Territory, and democratic nations should respect its autonomy. When leaders speak with integrity and moral clarity, they reinforce our identity as a nation.