President Donald Trump has revealed that he underwent an MRI during his most recent medical checkup at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center earlier this month and that the results came back “perfect,” pushing back on recent speculation about his health from major media outlets.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Tokyo, Trump confirmed the scan took place during what he described as his “semi-annual physical.”

The 47th president joked about the thoroughness of the test and dismissed questions about why it was ordered.

“I did, I got an MRI — it was perfect,” Trump said. “We had an MRI, and the machine, you know, the whole thing, and it was perfect.”

When pressed on why he underwent the imaging procedure, Trump replied, “You could ask the doctors.”

The MRI was conducted at Walter Reed on Oct. 10 as part of a broader medical evaluation that Trump characterized as routine. The White House described it as a continuation of a series of checkups that began earlier in the year, including a full physical in April.

Trump told reporters that his medical team had given him “some of the best reports for the age” and insisted that the results were entirely normal.

“If I didn’t think it was going to be good, I wouldn’t run,” Trump said, referring to his 2026 re-election campaign.

The brief comments came amid renewed speculation in mainstream media outlets about the 79-year-old president’s health, much of it driven by online rumors and out-of-context photographs circulated by partisan commentators.

In July, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt publicly addressed reports of Trump’s swollen ankles and bruises on his hands — claims that circulated on social media and were amplified by several cable networks.

Leavitt said at the time that Trump had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common condition among adults over 70 that can cause swelling in the lower legs.

She added that Trump’s cardiac function remained strong, citing an echocardiogram performed earlier in the summer that showed a “normal cardiac structure and function.”

“There is zero indication of any cardiovascular impairment,” Leavitt said at the time. “The president’s physicians have been transparent, and his overall health is excellent.”

Despite those statements, several media figures have continued to question Trump’s stamina and cognitive sharpness, even as they largely ignored similar concerns about President Joe Biden’s physical and mental decline during his final months in office.

Trump allies have dismissed the coverage as politically motivated. “The same outlets that spent four years covering up Biden’s collapse are now inventing stories about President Trump’s blood pressure,” said senior adviser Jason Miller. “The contrast in transparency could not be more obvious.”

According to medical experts familiar with routine executive screenings, an MRI may be ordered as part of a precautionary assessment, particularly for older adults with a history of orthopedic or vascular issues. A normal MRI, as Trump described, would indicate no abnormalities in the brain, spine, or soft tissue structures typically screened during such tests.

White House physician Dr. Sean Conley has not released additional details about the test but confirmed last week that Trump’s overall health remains “excellent” and that “the president continues to meet or exceed all clinical standards for someone of his age.”

During his first term, Trump underwent multiple publicized physicals at Walter Reed, often releasing summaries to the press afterward — a transparency measure that contrasts sharply with the Biden administration’s handling of health disclosures.

Trump, who has long emphasized vigor and stamina as part of his public image, laughed off further questions from reporters Monday as Air Force One continued toward Japan. “You people worry too much,” he said. “If I didn’t feel great, you’d be the first to know — believe me.”

The president is scheduled to attend bilateral meetings in Tokyo this week and then travel to Seoul before returning to Washington.

The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously sided with Gerald Groff, a former postal worker who said he was forced to work Sundays despite his religious observance. The Court ruled that employers must provide accommodations unless they would cause “substantial increased costs,” replacing the previous 1977 standard that allowed denial for even minimal burdens.

Justice Samuel Alito wrote that the Civil Rights Act requires genuine respect for religious practices, not just token efforts. While religious advocates celebrated the change, labor unions warned it could strain workplaces by shifting burdens to other employees and complicating scheduling fairness.

The ruling is expected to reshape workplace policies nationwide, strengthening protections for people of faith. For Groff, it marks personal vindication and a broader message that employees should not have to choose between their beliefs and their jobs.

The nation has been following every update on West Virginia National Guardsman Andrew Wolfe, who was critically injured during the shocking shooting incident in Washington, D.C. But today, something happened in his hospital room that everyone is talking about — and it wasn’t announced on TV first.

According to officials, nurses approached Andrew and gently asked if he could hear them. They waited, hoping for even the smallest sign. Moments passed. Then suddenly… he responded.

The nurse asked him to give a thumbs-up if he could hear her. And against all odds, he did. A small movement — but one that carried the weight of an entire nation’s prayers. The room shifted. People felt it. Hope, breaking through the fear.

Even President Donald Trump shared a message urging Americans to continue praying for Andrew and his family, calling his parents “unbelievably great people, highly religious people” who are holding onto faith during the toughest moment of their lives.

But there is another detail about Andrew’s condition that officials did not emphasize publicly — a detail that has people rethinking everything about the initial reports. And it’s the part that most readers are clicking to see next.

As more information comes in, one thing is clear: Andrew’s small gesture has turned into a symbol of strength. People across the country, from West Virginia to Washington, are sharing the same message right now — don’t stop praying.

We will continue updating this story as new verified details emerge about his condition and what really happened inside that hospital room.

The truth didn’t leak from a publicist. It slipped through whispers.
Somewhere in the Tuscan hills, a Hollywood power couple said “I do” with no red carpet, no press release, no staged Instagram reveal. Just stone walls, olive trees, and a vow to keep the world out. Fans are desperate to know who,

Far from studio lots and step-and-repeat backdrops, their ceremony unfolded inside a centuries‑old villa, wrapped in cypress trees and late‑afternoon sun. Guests arrived in staggered cars, phones surrendered, NDAs quietly signed. There were no drone shots, no leaked dress photos, only a garden scented with rosemary and a small circle of people who mattered. Their vows were reportedly handwritten, spoken under strings of warm lights instead of chandeliers, with the hills of Tuscany fading into dusk behind them.

What captivates the public isn’t just the romance, but the rebellion. In an industry built on exposure, they chose absence. No live‑streamed kiss, no sponsored hashtag—just a promise protected from commentary and clicks. Their secret wedding has become a symbol of a growing shift: in a world that demands access to everything, the most radical luxury left is a moment that belongs to no one but the two who share it.

While taking family photos near Washington, D.C.’s cherry blossoms, a Virginia family unexpectedly captured former President Barack Obama in the background of a shot with their kids, Belle, 4, and Preston, 1. As they posed near the Tidal Basin with the Washington Monument behind them, Obama strolled by, unintentionally photobombing the scene.

Their mother, Portia Moore, shared the moment on Instagram, describing how she only realized what happened after asking her husband what he had been saying—he replied, “That was President Obama!”

Photographer Briana Inell, who has photographed at the site for over a decade, said she’s used to tourists walking through shots.

Obama later apologized on social media and joked about enjoying the peak bloom, calling it fun to “play tourist” again and appreciating the beauty of the cherry blossoms.

President Donald Trump has once again floated the idea of issuing a fourth stimulus-style payment, this time in the form of a $2,000 dividend funded by tariff revenue.

But despite the buzz, Americans hoping for a holiday payout may have to wait.

On November 17, 2025, Trump addressed the timing of the proposed dividend, saying it would target “individuals of moderate income” and would likely be issued sometime in 2026, before the midterm elections.

He added: “We’ve taken in hundreds of millions of dollars in tariff money. We’re going to be issuing dividends later on… of thousands of dollars for individuals of moderate income, middle income.”

Trump also emphasized that the plan would help reduce the growing national debt, stating that part of the tariff revenue would go toward paying down the $37 trillion debt while the remainder would be distributed as dividends.

However, he confirmed last Friday that checks will not be distributed before the holidays in 2025: “No, no. Not for this year. It’ll be next year sometime.”

What Is a Tariff Dividend Payment?

Unlike a traditional stimulus check, a tariff dividend would be funded by government revenue from tariffs, rather than general federal funds.

Economists have raised questions about feasibility.

For example, Erica York, a policy expert at the Tax Foundation, noted on X: “If the cutoff is $100,000, 150 million adults would qualify, for a cost near $300 billion. Only problem, new tariffs have raised $120 billion so far.”

As of Sept. 30, 2025, the federal government had collected $195 billion in tariff revenue, which falls short of covering the potential payout.

Officials suggest that future projected tariffs (estimated at $3 trillion over the next decade) could be used to fund the checks.

Who Would Qualify for the $2,000 Payment?

Trump has stated that the dividend would exclude high-income earners, focusing instead on middle- and lower-income Americans. Based on prior stimulus benchmarks:

1. Middle-class households earn roughly $55,820 to $167,460 annually (per Pew Research Center definitions).
2. Lower-income households earn less than $55,820.
3. High-income households earn above $167,460, though eligibility could vary depending on family size and state cost of living.

For comparison, previous pandemic-era stimulus checks under Trump provided payments to individuals earning up to $75,000, with couples receiving up to $150,000, while higher earners were eligible for reduced amounts.

Previous Proposals for Stimulus or Dividend Payments

This is not Trump’s first attempt at alternative payouts:

1. July 2025: Trump proposed tariff rebate checks, later introduced as the American Worker Rebate Act by Sen. Josh Hawley, with potential payments ranging from $600 to $2,400 per family. The bill has yet to pass Congress.

2. February 2025: Trump suggested a $5,000 “DOGE dividend” tied to efficiency savings identified by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. Details remain limited.

Income and Regional Considerations

Income classification in the U.S. can vary widely by location (per Smart Asset):

1. High-income states: Massachusetts, New Jersey, Maryland, New Hampshire, California (median household income above $95,000).
2. Low-income states: Arkansas, Louisiana, West Virginia, Mississippi (median household income below $60,000).
3. High-income cities: Arlington, VA and San Jose, CA (median income above $136,000).
4. Low-income cities: Cleveland, OH and Detroit, MI (median income below $40,000).

Bottom Line: Don’t Expect a Holiday Check

While speculation about a fourth stimulus or tariff dividend continues online, there is no official confirmation from Congress or the IRS.

Americans should treat early reports cautiously to avoid misinformation or potential scams.

Trump has made it clear: any $2,000 tariff dividend checks are expected in 2026, not before Christmas 2025.

In a landmark announcement, the Department of Justice under former President Donald Trump revealed the largest Medicaid fraud bust in U.S. history, targeting a wide-ranging criminal enterprise accused of defrauding the American healthcare system of hundreds of millions of dollars. The announcement was made during a high-profile press conference, where federal officials outlined the scope of the bust and its implications for both the healthcare industry and future fraud prevention efforts.

Speaking at the podium, a senior DOJ official detailed the culmination of a multi-year investigation that involved coordination between federal, state, and local agencies, including the FBI, Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG), and various U.S. Attorneys’ Offices nationwide.

“This case represents the most significant enforcement action in the history of Medicaid,” the official stated. “What we uncovered was a massive, coordinated scheme that exploited vulnerable patients and siphoned off taxpayer funds that were intended for the most needy Americans.”

The Fraud Scheme

According to DOJ sources, the fraudulent operation involved a network of medical professionals, healthcare companies, billing agents, and shell organizations. These entities were allegedly involved in submitting false claims for services that were either never provided, medically unnecessary, or grossly inflated in cost.

The suspects reportedly used a variety of tactics to disguise the fraudulent nature of their claims. Some recruited Medicaid recipients under false pretenses

As the execution date of September 30, 2026 draws closer, the state’s case against Pike stands in stark contrast to the portrait painted by her attorneys. Prosecutors have long emphasized the unimaginable cruelty of the 1995 murder of Colleen Slemmer: the luring into the woods, the prolonged torture, the carved pentagram, and the chilling decision to keep a piece of Slemmer’s skull as a trophy. These details cemented Pike in the public imagination as a remorseless teen killer, especially after investigators described her as almost gleeful while recounting the crime.

Yet the defense continues to insist that Pike’s story cannot be told without confronting the years of abuse, neglect, and untreated mental illness that shaped her adolescence. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder and PTSD, Pike has, according to her legal team, transformed over nearly three decades in prison, showing remorse and insight into the horror she caused. Her case now sits at the intersection of trauma, accountability, and evolving views on executing those who committed atrocities as teenagers. As Tennessee moves forward, the looming execution forces a painful question: whether justice, in this rare and historic moment, is being served—or simply repeated.

Leavitt Tells Reporters Trump Has Been Much More Accessible Than Biden

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt presented a compelling statistic about how accessible President Donald Trump has been just a few months into taking office.

While speaking at a media event hosted by Axios co-founder Mike Allen, Leavitt highlighted the contrast between President Donald Trump’s accessibility and that of former President Joe Biden. She also noted how many in the media gave Biden a pass for dodging the media and largely “hiding” for four years while in office.

“You have tailed access to the ‘Associated Press,’ which reaches half the world’s population every day. The most definitive photo of President Trump, the fight, fight, fight photo after the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, was made by Evan Vucci, who’s the chief photographer in Washington for the ‘Associated Press.’ Do you worry about history being lost with these new restrictions?” Allen asked Leavitt.

“I don’t view them as restrictions. We view them as opening access to more outlets, more voices, more news, journalists and outlets. We shouldn’t have a few outlets who have a monopoly over the briefing room or over that 13 person press pool that covers the president. And so we’ve actually ensured that more print outlets like Axios have a greater chance of being part of that 13 person press pool,” Leavitt began.

“There are thousands of outlets who have White House press credentials. There are hundreds that actually show up every day and cover the beat. Why should a single outlet have the privilege of being in that 13 person press pool every single day. And so the changes we’ve made have actually created more transparency, more accessibility, and greater access for a broad variety of outlets and a diversity of journalists, which I think is a good thing. And we’ve seen that play out,” Leavitt added.

“I mean, we started this. I think you’re all still getting your news, right? You’re still hearing about what the administration is doing every single day, because we have good journalists who are in that room covering the president every single time,” Leavitt said.

Allen jumped in and asked: “The counter to that is in a White House Correspondents Association’s statement about the White House changes to the position of wire services in the pool. And the statement says the government should not be able to control the independent media that covers it. Do you agree with that statement?”

“Well, I think that a small group of journalists who comprise the board of the White House Correspondents Association should not dictate who gets to go into the Oval Office and who gets to ride on Air Force One. There should be equal access for all outlets,” Leavitt responded.

“And that’s exactly what we’re doing. And if we were trying, by the way, to create positive press for the president, if we were trying to make it easier on him or on the administration, we wouldn’t allow some of these fake news leftist outlets in. But we continue to do that. No one has been restricted. We’ve just given more spots to more outlets and more voices,” she said.

Leavitt concluded, “It’s not about ideology. It’s just about increasing the wide variety of outlets that have access. And we live in a digital age, and we’re recognizing that at the White House. The president ran a nontraditional media campaign, which propelled him back to the highest office in the land. And we felt it was our responsibility to continue that in our coverage at the White House.”

In July 2024, Axios published a story titled “Biden’s media evasion,” revealing that the Democrat held fewer press conferences and media interviews than any of the last seven presidents at the same point in their term. At that time, Biden had conducted only 164, compared to Trump’s 468.

The acting head of the Internal Revenue Service plans to step down after disagreeing with the decision to share tax data on illegal immigrants with federal law enforcement.

Commissioner Melanie Krause will become the third IRS leader to leave the agency since the start of the year. The agency has been turbulent because left-wing ideologues have decided to follow their political leanings rather than their pledge to serve as non-partisan government employees.

On Monday, the IRS and the Department of Homeland Security finalized an agreement allowing taxpayer data to be shared with federal immigration authorities to assist in locating undocumented immigrants.

According to the Washington Post, officials from the Treasury Department, under which the IRS operates, had largely sidelined Krause recently as they pushed to grant immigration authorities access to private taxpayer information, likely because they knew she would oppose the agreement.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem signed the data-sharing agreement, despite warnings from IRS attorneys that the arrangement likely violated federal privacy laws, the report said.

“Melanie Krause has been leading the IRS through a time of extraordinary change,” a Treasury spokesperson said in an emailed statement confirming her resignation.

Without mentioning the data agreement, the spokesperson noted further that the agency was “in the midst of breaking down data silos that for too long have stood in the way of identifying waste, fraud, and abuse and bringing criminals to justice.”

Krause’s predecessor, Doug O’Donnell, stepped down as acting commissioner after declining to sign a similar data-sharing agreement with the Department of Homeland Security in February. The last Senate-confirmed IRS commissioner, Danny Werfel, resigned on President Donald Trump’s first day in office.

Krause has chosen to apply for a deferred resignation program currently offered by the IRS, according to a source familiar with her decision. The individual, speaking on condition of anonymity, said her decision to step down was influenced in part by concerns over the recently finalized data-sharing agreement, Reuters noted.

The IRS began implementing sweeping workforce reductions on Friday, dismantling its civil rights office and initiating mass firings that could eliminate up to 25% of its staff.

The cuts are part of a broader overhaul of the federal workforce that has already resulted in the loss of more than 200,000 jobs. President Donald Trump has appointed billionaire Elon Musk to lead the effort to restructure and streamline the federal government through his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team.

Earlier this month, Musk told Texas GOP Sen. Ted Cruz that “magic money computers” within the U.S. government are generating payments “out of thin air,” leaving lawmakers clueless about federal spending.

Speaking on Cruz’s podcast, Musk revealed that 14 such systems exist within the U.S. Treasury and other agencies, transferring large sums without the necessary evidence to justify the payments.

Musk claimed that in departments housing one of these systems, reported spending could be off by as much as 5 percent of the budget when presented to Congress, while Cruz suggested that these improper payments could potentially total “trillions” of dollars.

“They’re mostly at Treasury,” Musk said about the computers discovered by his U.S. Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, “but there’s some at [Health and Human Services], there’s one or two at State, there’s some at [the Department of Defense].”

“I think we’ve found now 14 magic money computers. They just send money out of nothing,” he told the Texas Republican senator.

Expounding on DOGE’s discovery, the unconventional entrepreneur explained that the presence of these computers prevents the Treasury Dept. from fully informing lawmakers about the federal government’s total spending.

“You may think that government computers all communicate with each other, synchronize, and accurately calculate where funds are going, making the numbers you see as a senator the real ones. They’re not,” he said.