Trump's ominous attack on Maryland judges

And suspect in Idaho shooting found dead |

VIEW IN BROWSER MSNBC DAILY Understand today's news Monday, Jun. 30, 2025 THE LATEST The real reason Republicans are rushing to pass the Trump megabill By James Downie The real reason Republicans are rushing to pass the Trump megabill By James Downie It was a rough Friday for President Donald Trump's sense of chronology. At a midday news conference, the president was uncertain as to when the Civil War ended ("Was it 1869? Or whatever," he said). He was similarly unsure as to the timeline for his "big beautiful bill." At the same news conference, Trump admitted that July 4, the date he has consistently set as the deadline for signing the legislation, is "not the end-all. It can go longer." Just a few hours later, though, he changed his tune: "The House of Representatives must be ready to send it to my desk before July 4th," he wrote on Truth Social.   Senate Republicans did their best over the weekend to comply with Trump's demand. They succeeded in moving the bill closer to a final vote but as of Sunday evening were still settling on the bill's actual text. And in the process, Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina — Republicans' best chance at holding one of their most vulnerable Senate seats — announced he will not seek re-election.   The president's on-again, off-again deadline epitomizes the GOP's slipshod rush to pass the megabill, which would cut taxes mostly for the wealthy while nearly 12 million people would lose their health insurance. This Republican recklessness reflects both the president's grip on the party and his utter lack of interest in the bill's details.   This is a preview of James Downie's latest column. Read the full column here. TOP STORIES ANDREW WARREN DOJ's suit against Maryland judges sends an ominous message The suit challenges a May 28 order issued by the district's chief judge concerning the handling of habeas corpus petitions. Read more. ANTHONY L. FISHER Pete Hegseth's press conference shows how the Trump administration views the media's job The defense secretary had a public meltdown and the president threatened lawsuits — because news outlets reported on a government intelligence report on Iran's nuclear sites. Read more. JA'HAN JONES What this congressman's shockingly racist post says about bigotry in Trump 2.0 Even when compared with his first stint in the White House, Trump's second administration seems far more permissive of overt expressions of bigotry. Read more. JARVIS DEBERRY Why the nationwide boycott of McDonald's feels like just deserts In this political climate, we've seen some companies quickly wave the white flag and abandon diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and seen others put up a fight. Read more.  TOP VIDEOS MORNING JOE Suspected gunman found dead after fatal shooting of Idaho firefighters WATCH NOW WEEKENDS WITH ALEX WITT GOP Sen. Thom Tillis says he's not running for re-election one day after opposing Trump's agenda WATCH NOW THE WEEKEND: PRIMETIME Sen. Bernie Sanders: Trump's Medicaid budget cut proposal 'is a death sentence' for Americans WATCH NOW THE WEEKEND Rep. Jayapal: Trump's due process erosion is the 'worst attack on rights of all Americans' WATCH NOW MORE FROM MSNBC Nicolle Wallace is sitting down with some of the smartest, funniest, and wisest people she knows in her chart-topping podcast, "The Best People with Nicolle Wallace." This week, she speaks with best-selling author Glennon Doyle and American soccer legend Abby Wambach on how putting our bodies into uncomfortable places is the antidote to the dehumanization of immigrants, and why fighting for democracy needs to be a team sport. Listen now, and subscribe to MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts for early access, ad-free listening, and bonus content. Go beyond the headlines with the MSNBC app. Read, listen and watch live breaking news and analysis, anytime, anywhere. Download the MSNBC app now.   MSNBC INSIGHTS Have you ever wanted to provide MSNBC with your opinion about their TV programs, documentaries, and digital products, such as MSNBC.com, newsletters, and podcasts? Now is your chance! Join the MSNBC Insights Community.   Download the MSNBC App: 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 PRIVACY | CONTACT | UNSUBSCRIBE