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- Newsweek
Three Weeks That Shook the Trump Presidency
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. It was Fourth of July weekend, and President Donald Trump was on top of the world. Aides privately described it as the best stretch of his presidency—possibly across both terms. He had notched a run of victories that showcased how rapidly and ruthlessly his administration was reshaping American policy and culture. The Supreme Court delivered a decision limiting nationwide injunctions by federal judges—one that Trump called "a monumental victory," unlocking long-dormant campaign pledges like ending birthright citizenship. At the same time, Congress passed his self-branded "big, beautiful" bill—extending 2017 tax cuts, boosting border security funding and slashing programs like Medicaid and SNAP. Abroad, Trump flexed U.S. military might with a strike in Iran that, at least so far, has been met with limited response. NATO allies agreed to raise defense spending to five percent of GDP. The S&P 500 hit record highs. By July 4, Trump's approval rating had climbed to nearly 50 percent — downright stellar for him, in this era of polarization. Among Republicans, his support held firm above 80 percent. As fireworks lit up the D.C. night sky, Trump had plenty to celebrate. He didn't know that within days, a political firestorm would erupt—and for a change, it would be coming from within his own base. Newsweek Illustration/Canva/Getty A Promise Undone For half a year, Trump had delivered on marquee campaign promises—from sweeping ICE raids to trade pacts to deregulation. But for the conspiracy-minded wing of MAGA—the engine of Trump's digital power—one pledge loomed largest: the release of the so-called Epstein files. In February, Attorney General Pam Bondi told Fox News the Epstein client list was "sitting on my desk." She then distributed binders marked "The Epstein Files: Phase 1" to conservative influencers at the White House, in a photo op meant to show the administration's commitment to transparency. It appeared explosive revelations were coming. Then, silence. Then, on Monday July 7, with the country awakening from its long weekend-induced slumber, the DOJ quietly released a two-page, unsigned memo claiming no Epstein client list existed, no evidence suggested Epstein was murdered in jail, and no additional files would be released. Eleven hours of prison video accompanied the memo—but the footage contained a one‑minute gap blamed on a "camera reset." The memo was meant to put the ordeal to bed. Instead, it did the opposite. Laura Loomer accused Bondi of orchestrating a cover-up. Alex Jones called the memo "sickening," accusing the administration of "covering up child sex crimes." Tucker Carlson labeled the DOJ findings "an insult to everyone who believed in this movement." Steve Bannon put it bluntly, "How does an anti–deep state administration put out something this whitewashed?" Even Trump himself appeared frustrated over how much oxygen the topic had been sucking up, suggesting that while he and his allies used Epstein to great effect as a wedge issue during the campaign, he is less enamored with spending time on litigating the disgraced financier's past — and their past friendship— now that he's president. "MAGA really wouldn't exist without conspiracy theories," said Eric Alterman, journalism professor at Brooklyn College. "These theories don't require evidence. They're about stories people tell themselves to explain why things feel like they're going wrong in their lives." That expectation of dramatic revelations has become a defining feature of MAGA-era politics. From alleged UFO cover-ups to Epstein's supposed "client list," Trump loyalists, including sometimes Trump himself, have long stoked the belief that sinister truths would soon be exposed — just as soon as their leader was back in power. When the government declared the mystery solved, the base erupted. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Deputy Director Dan Bongino leaves after meeting with Republican lawmakers to discuss U.S. President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" at the U.S. Capitol on June 25, 2025 in Washington,... The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Deputy Director Dan Bongino leaves after meeting with Republican lawmakers to discuss U.S. President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" at the U.S. Capitol on June 25, 2025 in Washington, DC. More Getty Images/AFP Trump Begs, MAGA Burns As the month progressed and outrage escalated, Trump loyalists began turning on each other. On July 9, Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino—long a leading promoter of Epstein conspiracies in his former job as media personality—confronted Bondi in a closed-door White House meeting. Furious that the DOJ memo appeared to shut down any further disclosure, Bongino reportedly threatened to resign. "Bongino is out-of-control furious," one senior official told NBC. "This destroyed his credibility. He's threatening to quit and torch Pam unless she's fired." Trump's Truth Social post on July 12, imploring his supporters not to attack Bondi, backfired immediately. "What's going on with my 'boys' and, in some cases, 'gals'?" he asked, apparently referring to the MAGA-aligned podcasters and influencers with whom he was rapidly losing favor. He defended Bondi and downplayed Epstein as "somebody that nobody cares about." It became the first Trump post ever "ratioed" on his own platform. In Congress, Speaker Mike Johnson abruptly canceled House business, sending lawmakers home for summer early rather than face a vote on Epstein documents. When pressed, he called for "full transparency" and urged Bondi to explain the department's decisions. By mid-July, fractures were visible in public opinion polling. Quinnipiac found that 63 percent of voters disapproved of Trump's Epstein response. Even among Republicans, just 40 percent approved. His support among young men—the backbone of his 2024 online comeback—collapsed. A CBS/YouGov poll showed Trump's net approval among voters aged 18 to 29 dropped from 55 percent in February to 28 percent by July, a remarkable 27-point swing in a matter of months. Joe Rogan, Andrew Schulz, and Tim Dillon — three prominent voices from the manosphere — have begun openly criticizing Donald Trump on their respective podcasts, signaling a shift in the online culture that once helped... Joe Rogan, Andrew Schulz, and Tim Dillon — three prominent voices from the manosphere — have begun openly criticizing Donald Trump on their respective podcasts, signaling a shift in the online culture that once helped power his appeal. More YouTube / X "They voted for him because he met them where they were," said Rachel Janfaza, a researcher who studies Gen Z behavior. "But the message has to match the messenger. They're not seeing results—rent is still unaffordable, jobs are scarce, and their degrees feel obsolete the moment they graduate." Thom Hartmann, left-leaning political commentator and host of The Thom Hartmann Program, said the emotional toll of disappointment was starting to show. "Many Trump supporters have spent years emotionally and socially invested in his mythos... Admitting betrayal or deception requires admitting they were wrong, which comes with deep psychological costs. This accounts for the anguish and conflict we're seeing among the Trump base." On social media, longtime loyalists posted videos of themselves burning red MAGA hats. Others shared screenshots of Epstein files stamped "PHASE 1" and captioned them "where's phase 2?" Why was that stupid binder referred to as 'Phase 1' of Epstein document releases if DOJ believed there to be no client list and no additional information about Epstein's activities? Where is Phase 2? The whole thing is so stupid and ham-fisted. Tell us which intel agencies he… — Sean Davis (@seanmdav) July 8, 2025 Hartmann said the outcome depends on whether more revelations surface: "Original videotapes or photos that are clearly not doctored, first-person testimony by Ghislaine Maxwell, or more former teenage victims going on the record could spell doom for his relationship with his base." But so far, no second wave of documents has arrived. And the blowback continues to metastasize. A clearly rattled White House communications office even issued an on-the-record response to a "South Park" episode skewering the president, keeping it in the news. Anything, it seemed, to take the focus off Epstein. As Trump scrambled to shift the spotlight elsewhere—accusing former President Barack Obama of a capital crime, releasing files on unrelated, long-ago assassinations, demanding the Washington Commanders go back to their old name, and even sending Cabinet officials to kick the tires on Alcatraz's ability to house criminals again—he found that none of the tactics that once insulated him from political fallout could contain the fury this time.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I've spent a week sleeping on the Dreamstage Value mattress and a heatwave has exposed its flaw
It's our mission at Tom's Guide to find the best mattress for every budget, and with the Dreamstage Value Quilted Hybrid mattress claiming to deliver an "elevated sleep experience" without the 'elevated price tag,' I was eager to see how it performs. Type: HybridMaterials: Foam, springsBrand-rated firmness: Firm (also sold in Medium and Plush)Trial period: 120 nightsWarranty: 20 yearsPrice (sale): From $599 at Diamond Mattress After a week of testing the mattress in a Firm feel, I've been impressed by the Dreamstage Value. It's highly supportive while the availability of different feels makes it's more versatile than your average budget bed. Can it compare to the best hybrid mattresses? My early impressions are good, although the unfortunate coincidence of starting my testing during a heatwave has exposed a lack of temperature regulation. I'll need to spend at least a month sleeping on the Dreamstage Value Quilted Hybrid (and enlist the help of a testing panel) before I make any final decisions but for now, here are my thoughts on this affordable hybrid mattress. The Dreamstage Value mattresses are the cheapest beds in the Diamond mattress line-up. In the regular mattress sales, a queen Dreamstage Value Quilted Hybrid mattress sells for $695 (was $1,245.) This places the mattress in the lower mid-range price category, where it finds itself in good company. The Nectar Classic Memory Foam mattress is similarly priced at $649 for a queen, while we consider the DreamCloud Classic Hybrid mattress to be excellent value at $649 for a queen. We track mattress sales throughout the year but we're still learning the ins and outs of the Diamond mattress deals. However, during the recent 4th of July sales, I spotted free pillows on top of the savings below. We suspect the sales are frequent and you can expect similar prices to the ones below for most of the year on the Dreamstage Value Quilted Hybrid mattresses: Unusually, the full is pricier than its queen counterpart (although only by $4.) These prices are the same whether you choose the Medium or Firm feel Dreamstage Value mattress. However, if you want a Plush feel, you'll need to upgrade to the Luxe Quilted Hybrid Dreamstage Value mattress (also available in Medium or Firm.) A queen Luxe is $899 for all three firmness levels. Diamond also offers a 120-night sleep trial and a 20-year warranty with the Dreamstage Value mattress. This is above the industry average and better than expected for the price bracket. Dreamstage Value Quilted Hybrid Mattress: twin was $1,149 now $599 at Diamond MattressIn the current sale the Dreamstage Value is a midrange mattress — but it looks like a premium design and so far I've been impressed by the all-round performance. A queen Medium or Firm mattress will set you back $695 (was $1,245) but for a Plush, you'll need to upgrade to the Quilted Luxe Hybrid, $899 for a queen (down from $1,399.) Like all the best mattresses in a box we've tested, the Dreamstage Value mattress comes compressed, rolled in plastic and conveniently tucked into a cardboard box. I enlisted my dad to lend a hand with unboxing, but having helped me haul the rolled mattress onto my bed frame, he wasn't needed — the Dreamstage Value practically unboxed itself. Using a pair of scissors to cut away the outer layers of packaging, once I'd ripped a hole in the plastic the Dreamstage Value expanded quickly, unfurling itself onto my bed frame as it went. All I had to do was pull the rest of the packaging from underneath the mattress.. There was some off-gassing — caused by chemicals releasing when the mattress is unboxed — but not much. By bedtime, the smell had gone. Considering the mattress had spent over a week in my house waiting to be unboxed, plus however long it took to get to the UK and the fact that the air was baking hot and completely still, I was impressed by the lack of smell. Diamond notes you should wait around 24 to 72 hours for the mattress to fully expand before sleeping on it. I waited roughly 36 hours but I have to say, it looked ready to go after about the first 15 minutes. I know the risks of leaving a mattress in a box too long and after the Dreamstage Value Quilted Hybrid mattress had sat in my hallway for over a week, I was beginning to feel the pressure to get the bed unboxed. That, and I kept walking into it... But I wish I'd waited a bit longer to start testing my new mattress because the first few nights of the review period were consumed by one thought: I was being boiled alive. The testing had unfortunately coincided with the hottest day my city had experienced in three years, delivering a crash course in the Dreamstage Value's temperature regulation. I'd hoped the Dreamstage would be a breathable mattress due to its hybrid build (the best cooling mattresses often contain springs) and firmer feel (without a 'hug,' there's more room for air to circulate.) However, a stifling bedroom meant my mattress felt warm by the time I crawled into bed and this heat only built up while I slept. Having switched from the natural cooling of the Simba Earth Escape Mattress, the Dreamstage Value made for significantly warmer nights. I struggled to identify any other features of the mattress. Was it supportive? Were the edges strong? Was the feel responsive or deadened? Impossible to say when I was trapped in a sauna with only a cold hot water bottle to get me through it. Eventually the heatwave broke and I could start to appreciate the other features of the mattress. I opted for the Dreamstage Value in a Firm feel because as a stomach sleeper, I appreciate a mattress that can support my body from shoulders to hips. The Dreamstage Value lives up to its firm label. We rate mattress firmness on a scale of one to 10, with one indicating soft and 10 hard. The Dreamstage Value sits at the top end of that scale — I'd rate it 8-9 in firmness. I'll reassess this at the end of my review period, as mattresses often soften throughout the first few weeks of use. This firmness means that my spine is lifted and aligned when lying on my stomach. Even this early in the testing, the Dreamstage Value is a contender for our best mattress for stomach sleepers guide. I suspect this mattress will also be a good choice for back sleepers, although I'll need confirmation from a wider testing panel. However, I've found side sleeping uncomfortable. I often move onto my side in the night and on the Diamond Dreamstage Value Firm mattress that means waking up with arm pain. Currently, here's almost no give at the shoulders but this might change as I break the mattress in. I haven't had a chance to undergo any objective mattress tests but in my subjective opinion, the edge support is above average. There's some sinkage when you first sit (common on mattresses with a euro top) but that's followed by ample support. The Dreamstage Value does have a bouncy feel so I'll be interested to see how it performs in our motion isolation tests. I sleep alone and I've been enjoying the freedom of movement afforded by the Dreamstage Value. This responsive build might be less of a positive feature for bed sharers. The Tom's Guide team has had several of the best luxury mattresses pass through our testing studio in recent months, so I was skeptical that this lower mid-range model would compare. However, the Diamond Dreamstage Value Quilted Hybrid mattress is visually impressive. The thick Euro top and dark, quilted fabrics look luxe — if I didn't already know the cost, I would have assumed this was a luxury bed. But looks aren't everything, especially when it comes to a mattress. Thankfully, the Dreamstage Value has continued to impress throughout this early testing period. Admittedly the temperature regulation isn't great. There's nothing like a heatwave to see if your mattress's cooling cover really has the 'Ultra Cool Touch' it promises and during my testing I've found the Dreamstage Value has a tendency to trap heat. It's the support that's impressed me most during my early testing (that and the easy unboxing process.) Like the best firm mattresses, the Dreamstage Value holds the spine in alignment, while the responsive feel makes it easy to change positions. I'm interested to see if this changes at all during the testing process. So far, I wouldn't recommend this mattresses to side sleepers but the foams might soften as I continue to break the bed in. Ill be writing my full review after sleeping on this mattress for a month, so watch this space.
Chicago Tribune
2 days ago
- Chicago Tribune
Tom Montgomery Fate: Bears, oh my! Why national parks are our country's treasures
My family and I arrived at Grand Teton National Park on the Fourth of July weekend — with our tents and chuck box and backpacks — hoping to explore an iconic bit of American wilderness. And it did not disappoint. We arrived to find a mama bear and her two cubs nosing around the campsite. More bears appeared the next day. I have seen black bears before, but usually from a distance, not digging in our fire ring. Thankfully, though, I remembered a park ranger's bear talk from a recent trip to Rocky Mountain National Park: First, don't get between the mama and her cubs. Second, stay calm, make noise and raise your arms to appear larger — which is what I did. I abruptly raised my arms and began to yell. 'Da Bears! Da Bears! Go home, Bears!' I shouted, over and over, and kept waving, my nervous humor somehow helping to calm my fears. Finally, the massive mama bear ambled back into the woods, and her cubs eventually followed. When my daughter and her husband originally reserved these campsites nine months prior — securing the last two spots available for the holiday weekend — I had imagined chaos. I feared the crowds: long lines for drinking water, crowded restrooms and the inevitable bottleneck at the park's most popular scenic overlooks. I pictured throngs of families jostling for space, moms and dads snapping selfies while trying to wrangle kids in front of tumbling waterfalls. And, my fears were realized — the park was crowded. Dozens of sweaty kids and their parents trudged up and down the trails. I chatted with many along the way. But I was pleasantly surprised by how attentive and thoughtful and even thankful people seemed. 'Mom, this is amazing,' one teen boy said as they approached the rocky, roaring marvel of Hidden Falls. I just didn't expect the overt expressions of awe and wonder. So what was going on? It was vacation, so people were more relaxed. But maybe, I finally decided, it was also because for a few days we were not focused on ourselves but on other animals, the ones who lived there — the bears, moose, elk, wolves and bison. And perhaps we were again remembering our own sense of belonging to the natural world? Our time at Grand Teton was part of a two-week road trip that included visits to three other national parks: The Badlands and Wind Cave in South Dakota and Yellowstone. Each park offered something unique, but the thread that wove them all together was the same: a public space in which you would encounter the wild beauty in the ever-changing flora and fauna and landscape. In an August 1934 live radio address to the nation from Glacier National Park in Montana, President Franklin D. Roosevelt reiterated this commitment to the parks as a public space. 'There is nothing so American as our national parks,' Roosevelt said. 'They are not for the rich alone. Camping is free, the sanitation is excellent. You will find them in every part of the Union. You will find glorious scenery of every character; you will find every climate; you will perform the double function of enjoying much and learning much.' 'The fundamental idea behind the parks is native. It is, in brief, that the country belongs to the people, that it is in the process of making for the enrichment of the lives of all of us. The parks stand as the outward symbol of this great human principle,' he continued. The accessibility and public aspect of the national parks has been protected since their inception in the mid-19th century — the parks as a natural treasure, open to all. And that 'treasure' is not just a metaphor. Last year, a record 331 million people visited our 63 national parks. That's more than twice as many people who voted in the 2024 presidential election. The national parks are loved by Democrats and Republicans alike. And all that popularity resulted in a $55.6 billion benefit to the nation's economy last year, supporting over 400,000 jobs. To put it simply, the national parks are hugely successful, and supporting them may be one small way to help bring our deeply divided country together. Researchers: How do we help America's national parks? Make global visitors pay it comes as no surprise that the rangers and visitors I talked with during our trip were baffled by the recent budget cuts to the national park system and the talk of privatizing them. These changes were proposed by President Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, a former real estate developer. This trio of billionaires does not seem to recognize the value of public lands –– or of public housing, or public education, or public broadcasting, or public transportation. Or that that word — 'public' — is synonymous with our nation's core democratic ideals. Since the Trump administration took office, the National Park Service has lost 24% of its permanent staff, a crippling reduction that has left many parks scrambling to operate with stripped-down crews. Those who remain must do more with less, and it's not sustainable. What the politicians don't realize is that the national parks already operated on a tight budget and rely heavily on unpaid volunteers. There is no waste to cut. Nevertheless, the president's new budget proposal would claw back $267 million already committed to the national parks for 2026. This could perhaps all be resolved if we would only elect a few black bears to serve in Congress, or appoint an elk or moose to head the Department of the Interior. And perhaps an owl as head of Housing and Urban Development — given their skills at restoring abandoned housing? A gray wolf or grizzly for the Department of Defense? And why not a red fox as secretary of commerce? But I don't think that's going to happen anytime soon. In the meantime, all the other animals have to rely on is us — the supposedly 'smartest' animal — the one whose choices can and should be guided by conscience.
