The Hound 10/23

Hi there,

It’s Thursday. Today we’re talking about cuts to ACA subsidies as the shutdown persists, the Pentagon’s new press corps of yes-men, and more.

We’re also tracking a stunning conflict of interest: Trump’s bid to have the DOJ reimburse him for legal bills while overseeing that same department. Media must cover this not as a side note, but as a core story of power and accountability.

🖊️ Add your name to demand coverage that holds this abuse of power to account.

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

Health care compromise appears far off as the government shutdown stalemate persists (AP)

Hegseth Announces New Pentagon Press Corps Full of Right-Wing Grifters (The New Republic)

Democratic Politicians Have Largely Abandoned Climate Talk (Mother Jones)

Trump’s ballroom blitz sparks chorus of disgust: ‘The perfect symbol’ (The Guardian)

University of Virginia strikes deal with Trump administration to pause civil rights investigations (PBS)

Agriculture Secretary Confirms US Plan to Buy Beef from Argentina (Civil Eats)

Until next time,

Harry from The Hound

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