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Trump Administration Officials Join Summit Discussing Executive Control Over 2026 Midterms
Washington, Saturday, 28 February 2026.
High-ranking Trump administration officials, including White House lawyer Kurt Olsen, attended a private summit on February 19, 2026, where activists urged a national emergency declaration to seize federal control of the upcoming midterm elections. Although the President has denied considering the circulated 17-page draft executive order—which proposes banning mail-in ballots and eliminating voting machines—the collaboration between federal staff and activists like Michael Flynn signals a notable shift in executive strategy. This integration of election-denial advocacy into the machinery of government introduces significant institutional uncertainty, a critical risk factor for markets monitoring the stability of the rule of law.
Supreme Court Limits Executive Tariff Power, Triggering Global Trade Strategy Shift
Washington D.C., Saturday, 28 February 2026.
As the administration rushes to salvage trade pacts following the Supreme Court’s restriction on presidential authority, a massive financial liability looms. The ruling invalidates years of levies, potentially exposing the U.S. government to $175 billion in refunds while forcing a pivot to temporary statutory measures.
Trump Signals Potential Friendly Takeover of Cuba Amid Economic Collapse
Washington D.C., Saturday, 28 February 2026.
President Trump proposes a “friendly takeover” of Cuba, claiming the cash-strapped government is already negotiating with Washington as a severe fuel blockade pushes the island toward collapse.
Polls Reveal Core Republican Skepticism Regarding President Trump’s Economic Boom
Washington, Saturday, 28 February 2026.
Recent analysis highlights a critical divergence between President Trump’s “Golden Age” rhetoric and voter reality. In a striking revelation, 43% of Republicans deny the economy is booming, while 72% dispute claims of low inflation, signaling a potential strategic liability for the administration ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Trump Floats Senator Ted Cruz for Potential Supreme Court Nomination
Washington, Saturday, 28 February 2026.
During a February 27 speech in Corpus Christi, President Trump suggested nominating Senator Ted Cruz to the Supreme Court, ironically noting the appointment would likely secure unanimous bipartisan support simply because Senate colleagues are eager to see the Texas Republican depart the chamber.
NTSB Rejects House Aviation Proposal Citing Critical Safety Loopholes
Washington D.C., Friday, 27 February 2026.
Following a collision claiming 67 lives, NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy rejected the House’s “watered-down” aviation bill, warning that continued technology exemptions undermine critical safety mandates.
Trump Highlights Energy Policy and Infrastructure Needs During Texas Port Visit
Corpus Christi, Friday, 27 February 2026.
President Trump visits the nation’s top energy gateway today to promote exports, facing a local industry grappling with water scarcity and 50 fewer active oil rigs than last year.