DHS Funding Restored After 76 Days The House passes the Senate's Homeland Security funding plan, reopening operations but leaving ICE and Border Patrol funding for a separate reconciliation fight. Surgeon General Nomination Implodes The president withdraws Casey Means' nomination after bipartisan Senate resistance, with key Republicans blocking what critics called a pseudoscience-driven pick. Senators Ban Themselves from Prediction Markets In a bipartisan move, senators vote to prohibit betting on platforms like Polymarket amid growing concerns over insider trading and misuse of privileged information. Iran Pressure Campaign Escalates The president weighs renewed strikes on Iranian infrastructure while tightening economic pressure, as allies push for stronger action to force negotiations. Text ERICK to 33-777 for "Show Notes" and to stay updated on all things Erick Erickson. www.erickerickson.com https://www.youtube.com/@ewerickson https://rumble.com/ewerickson Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.