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Hi there,

It’s Monday. Today we’re talking about Trump’s escalating confrontation with Venezuela, renewed scrutiny around his health following recent reporting, and more.

We’re also tracking how parts of the media are covering Trump’s aggressive rhetoric toward Venezuela without clearly interrogating the risks, legality, or consequences — normalizing calls for military action rather than scrutinizing them.

🖊️ Add your name to demand that media outlets stop echoing Trump’s Venezuela war rhetoric — and start providing clear context and accountability.

Read about this, and more, with today’s stories:

Trump says 'we are going to run the country now' after removing Venezuela's president (NPR)

Trump Throws a Fit After WSJ Publishes Story on His Decrepit Health (The New Republic)

The Media Refuses to Call Trump’s Venezuela Attack an Act of War (The Intercept)

Now That He Has No Power, Mitt Romney Says “Tax the Rich” (Jacobin)

Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration's ban on gender-affirming care (PBS)

Until next time,

Harry from The Hound

P.S. We’re always looking for new independent and progressive media sources to spotlight in our roundups. If there’s an outlet you think would be a great addition, reply to this email with your recommendation. We’d love to hear from you!