It's been an eventful week, with political leaders making bold statements and setting the stage for future events. Here's a quick recap of the major political stories that came in over the week.
From Iran Strikes to MAGA Grants in Europe: A Week in Politics

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Iran's Supreme Leader Calls Trump's Signature 'Worthless' As US Launches New Strikes
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, dismissed President Donald Trump's signature as "utterly worthless and devoid of credibility" following new U.S. airstrikes. The U.S. Central Command announced the strikes on Saturday, targeting Iran's ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliating against the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Questions 'Rigged' 2024 Election Amid Trump's Renewed Vote Fraud Claims
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) challenged Trump's claims of a "rigged and stolen" 2024 election. She questioned the validity of the 2024 results, referencing disputed claims of Russian interference in 2016 and Chinese interference in 2020. Greene criticized the renewed fraud allegations as a distraction from other pressing issues.
Bernie Sanders Calls For Grassroots Movement, Says 'American Society Is In Decline'
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) expressed concern over the growing economic inequality in the U.S. He urged his supporters to build a grassroots movement focused on creating an economy that benefits working families. Sanders shared a clip of his remarks calling for greater political organization among working-class Americans.
Trump Admin Considers Grants For MAGA-Aligned Projects In Europe
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing grants for MAGA-aligned projects in Europe as it reshapes U.S. foreign aid priorities. The grants aim to strengthen freedom of speech in the UK and Europe, which the administration claims is under attack.
Elissa Slotkin Accuses Trump Of Preparing Election Fraud Narrative Before 2026 Votes Are Counted
Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) accused President Donald Trump of laying the groundwork to challenge the November election results if he loses. She alleged that his repeated election-fraud claims are part of a broader strategy to influence how voters view the results.
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