According to a NewsBusters study, ABC, CBS, and NBC’s coverage of Elon Musk’s budget-cutting efforts at DOGE was 97 percent negative, but on Wednesday, their respective morning shows of Good Morning America, CBS Mornings, and Today found a strange new respect for Musk’s concerns about the deficit as they used him to undermine the Big Beautiful Bill recently passed by the House. ABC’s Jay O’Brien began his report by declaring, “President Trump has been adamant he wants Republicans united behind his mega bill full of a laundry list of campaign promises. But one top ally is still not on board this morning, Elon Musk.”     The origin of all three reports was Musk sitting down with CBS Sunday Morning for an interview that will air on June 1. In a clip of that interview, Musk was shown declaring, “I was, like, disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly. Which increases the budget deficit, not decreases it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing.” Before a second Musk clip, O’Brien hyped, “Billionaire Elon Musk, who pledged to take a step back from politics, slamming the president’s bill, which was pushed through the Republican-led House.” In the second video, Musk added, “I think a bill can be big or it could be beautiful, but I don't know if it could be both. My personal opinion.” Yes, it is his opinion. Conservatives are allowed to disagree with each other whether deficit reduction or investments in border security and defense should be the priority. What is not okay is for ABC reporters to simply repeat context-free Democratic talking points, which is what O’Brien proceeded to do: The massive budget bill includes billions to renew construction of the border wall along with billions more for defense spending and an extension of Trump’s 2017 tax cuts, which government estimates find will increase the deficit by more than $4 trillion over ten years. The bill also makes significant cuts, slashing SNAP food assistance and making changes to Medicaid that could lead to 8 million Americans losing their insurance, according to early estimates.  O’Brien left out that much of that would result from the introduction of new work requirements. Additionally, deficit projections rely on the assumption that the 2017 tax law will expire, so even if the deficit remains the same, it is spun as an increase.     As for CBS itself, CBS Mornings host Nate Burleson teed up a clip of the same set of soundbites, “The president is facing criticism from an unexpected source, billionaire Elon Musk. Musk, the DOGE chief tasked with slashing the federal government, is critical of the president's so-called Big Beautiful spending bill. Here's what he told David Pogue for CBS Sunday Morning.” Instead of two separate Musk clips, CBS chose to use them to sandwich a bit of commentary from Pogue, who observed, “I actually thought that when this Big Beautiful Bill came along, everything he's done on DOGE gets wiped out in the first year.” Meanwhile, over at Today, Peter Alexander observed how Musk is “putting some distance between himself and President Trump. Musk speaking out about his time leading the Department of Government Efficiency, criticizing the president's new spending bill.”     After the clip where Musk claimed to be disappointed in the bill, Alexander added that, “President Trump’s been pushing Congress to pass what he calls the One Big Beautiful Bill which includes cuts to programs like Medicaid, but boosts spending in areas like defense.” Following the second video where Musk wondered if “big” and “beautiful” were contradictory, Alexander concluded the Musk portion of his report by claiming that “Musk has been a top Trump ally… Regularly by the president's side, appearing at cabinet meetings while his DOGE team overhauled the federal government, but Musk now tells the Washington Post that ‘DOGE is just becoming the whipping boy for everything’ and saying that changing D.C. is an uphill battle.” When Musk was running DOGE on a more full time basis, the media did everything they could to portray him as some sort of heartless monster, but now that he is spending more time away from government, his concerns about the Big Beautiful Bill are treated as a perfectly natural response to high deficits because it would undermine Trump’s second-term legacy. Here are transcripts of the May 28 shows: ABC Good Morning America 5/28/2025 7:07 AM ET JAY O’BRIEN: President Trump has been adamant he wants Republicans united behind his mega bill full of a laundry list of campaign promises. But one top ally is still not on board this morning, Elon Musk. Overnight, President Trump's biggest ally coming out against his recent legislative victory. ELON MUSK: I was, like, disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly. Which increases the budget deficit, not decrease it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing. O’BRIEN: Billionaire Elon Musk, who pledged to take a step back from politics, slamming the president’s bill, which was pushed through the Republican-led House. MUSK: I think a bill can be big or it could be beautiful, but I don't know if it could be both. My personal opinion. O’BRIEN: For days, Musk has hinted at his discontent with the GOP bill, but his latest comments underscoring division within the Republican Party over their own signature legislation. The massive budget bill includes billions to renew construction of the border wall along with billions more for defense spending and an extension of Trump’s 2017 tax cuts, which government estimates find will increase the deficit by more than $4 trillion over ten years. The bill also makes significant cuts, slashing SNAP food assistance and making changes to Medicaid that could lead to 8 million Americans losing their insurance, according to early estimates.  Now, Trump’s massive legislative package is now in the hands of the Senate where Republicans are expected to make significant changes and then send it back to the House. So the GOP infighting over this bill is far from over, Robin. *** CBS Mornings 5/28/2025 7:13 AM ET NATE BURLESON: The president is facing criticism from an unexpected source, billionaire Elon Musk. Musk, the DOGE chief tasked with slashing the federal government, is critical of the president's so-called Big Beautiful spending bill. Here's what he told David Pogue for CBS Sunday Morning. ELON MUSK: So, you know, I was, like, disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly. Which increases the budget deficit, not decrease it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing. DAVID POGUE: I actually thought that when this Big Beautiful Bill came along, everything he's done on DOGE gets wiped out in the first year. MUSK: I think a bill can be big or it could be beautiful, but I don't know if it could be both. My personal opinion. *** NBC Today 5/28/2025 7:05 AM ET PETER ALEXANDER: But he's also putting some distance between himself and President Trump. Musk speaking out about his time leading the Department of Government Efficiency, criticizing the president's new spending bill. ELON MUSK: So, you know, I was, like, disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly. Which increases the budget deficit, not decrease it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing. ALEXANDER: President Trump’s been pushing Congress to pass what he calls the One Big Beautiful Bill which includes cuts to programs like Medicaid, but boosts spending in areas like defense. MUSK: I think a bill can be big or it could be beautiful, but I don't know if it could be both. ALEXANDER: Musk has been a top Trump ally. DONALD TRUMP: He is an exceptional guy. ALEXANDER: Regularly by the president's side, appearing at cabinet meetings while his DOGE team overhauled the federal government, but Musk now tells the Washington Post that “DOGE is just becoming the whipping boy for everything” and saying that changing D.C. is an uphill battle.

Screen vigilantes walk a fine line between morality and justice.Sure, we cheered when Clint Eastwood’s Dirty Harry took out the trash in 1971, but he broke a few rules along the way. More than a few, according to film critic Roger Ebert, who dubbed “Dirty Harry” “fascist.” Ebert wasn’t alone.'I really believe that audiences want to see this. It’s almost like we forgot that part of film history, the '80s and the '90s. ... Suddenly, it just got washed out.'Now, a new vigilante thriller finds its hero working within a very specific law to take out the trash.Castle doctrine“Stand Your Ground,” available May 27 on VOD platforms, follows a grieving widower named Jack Johnson (Daniel Stisen) who is desperate to avenge his pregnant wife's murder. He’s already served time in jail for dispatching one of the guilty thugs. Now, the former Special Forces operative embraces his state’s “stand your ground” law to take out his wife’s killers. Spoiler alert: Step onto his property at your peril.It’s ironic that the law in question was once referred to as the “make my day” dictum, based on Eastwood’s iconic character. The law drew fresh scrutiny following the 2012 death of Trayvon Martin at the hands of George Zimmerman.Director Fansu Njie tells Align that his uniquely American action film doesn’t take sides on a law found in 28 states across the country.“My approach was neutral. I didn’t want to make a political film. It’s just showing one situation somewhere. That’s why we’re not talking about where it’s taking place,” Njie said of the story’s vague setting. “It becomes acceptable to watch the film anywhere in the world.” Epic PicturesAll-American rootsThe story’s all-American roots are still hard to miss. The film’s official poster poses Stisen in front of a billowing U.S. flag with the tagline “Give me liberty or give me death.”That’s smart marketing, but the director was more interested in his perspective on a deeply American genre, once the property of Eastwood and Charles Bronson (the “Death Wish” franchise).“As a Swedish filmmaker, it interested me to try something new that isn’t found in Europe,” Njie said. “I wanted to make an American film from my perspective ... that made it more intriguing and a little spicy so it doesn’t become a so-called normal action film in the U.S.”'Lots of weapons'“Stand Your Ground” doesn’t have any horses galloping across the screen, and neither the hero nor his targets sport cowboy hats. The director’s love for Westerns still bleeds into the narrative.“I had [famed Western director] Sergio Leone in the back of my head when I made the film,” Njie said. “I wanted to explore, as a foreigner in the U.S., the same way he did as an Italian in the U.S. I liked the style. ... It’s almost made as an old Western. Lots of weapons ... that was my approach.”Stisen lacks the name recognition of a Stallone or Schwarzenegger, but Njie hoped to capture that Reagan-era vibe throughout “Stand Your Ground.” There’s no hand-wringing while meting out justice, for example, and Stisen’s bodybuilding background came through with his burly but athletic frame.“What I realized is that even though it’s serious action, ['80s action films] have bits and pieces of humor as well ... at least smile sometimes here and there. I tried to use the same formula,” he said.RELATED: 'Reagan' actor Robert Davi on Hollywood left: 'They want DEI except for thought' Arnold Jerocki: Getty ImagesVeteran character actor Peter Stormare (“Fargo”), cast as the colorful villain, supplies some darkly comic moments. So does Oscar nominee Eric Roberts, an actor who increasingly lends his talents to indie films. Roberts' 2025 IMDb page features a whopping 27 film credits for 2025 ... and counting. The films mostly hail from indie filmmakers who could use the boost Roberts provides.“He’s very easy, professional, and fast,” Njie said of working with Roberts.Dark humorThe dark humor in "Stand Your Ground" extends to an unlikely homage to 1990’s “Home Alone.” Jack attempts to keep some home intruders at bay with his diabolical, and deadly, traps.That no-nonsense approach appealed to Njie.“I really believe that audiences want to see this. It’s almost like we forgot that part of film history, the '80s and the '90s. ... Suddenly, it just got washed out. I’m trying to make these kind of films that are more straight-on action. It’s a classic revenge story,” he said.“Stand Your Ground” doesn’t hail from a major studio, but Njie embraced the indie production’s roots.“With limitations, you become more creative,” he said, adding that the action genre offers its own unique challenges. “Working with explosions, you never know how it goes.”

Conservative Christians held a prayer rally with music, speeches, and giveaways at Cal Anderson Park in Seattle, Washington, on Saturday. The Mayday USA event — held in support of the "sanctity of human life, the sacrality of biological gender, the importance of the nuclear family, and the right to freedom of speech and religion" — was mobbed by anti-Christian leftists, whose violence prompted a swift response by law enforcement. While Seattle Police hauled away over 20 radicals on charges of assault and obstruction, the rioters still got what they wanted: The prayer event — which was characterized by Democratic Mayor Bruce Harrell as an example of "bigotry and injustice" — was shut down early. In the wake of the incident and amid growing interest in whether the city intentionally set the prayer rally up to fail, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino announced Tuesday evening that the bureau will "fully investigate allegations of targeted violence against religious groups at the Seattle concert." "Freedom of religion isn't a suggestion," added Bongino. Paula White, senior adviser to the White House Faith Office, also signaled interest in the attack, stating Tuesday evening, "The White House Faith Office condemns the violent disruption of Seattle's MayDay USA worship event. We affirm the fundamental rights to free speech and religious freedom for all Americans, as protected by federal law." 'It's a new day in Washington.' "Public officials must protect the inalienable rights of all citizens, regardless of their faith or religious beliefs," continued White. "We urge the City of Seattle to uphold these rights at all faith-based events, safeguarding the ability of people of faith to gather and express their beliefs without fear of harassment or violence." The FBI's and White House's interest in the incident further evidences a change in approach under the new leadership. "Violence against Christians standing up for God's Truth is nothing new, especially in a progressive conclave like Seattle," said Blaze News faith editor Chris Enloe. "What is most significant about this incident is the FBI's immediate decision to investigate the allegations of violence perpetrated by anti-Christian radicals. Neither the Obama administration nor the Biden administration took such rapid steps to defend Christians." "But it's a new day in Washington. President Trump has promised to defend Christians against progressive persecution, and this is more evidence that his administration is keeping that promise," added Enloe. President Donald Trump underscored the deliberate nature of this change early in his second term, noting in a Feb. 6 order establishing the Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias that whereas "the previous Administration engaged in an egregious pattern of targeting peaceful Christians, while ignoring violent, anti-Christian offenses," his administration "will not tolerate anti-Christian weaponization of government or unlawful conduct targeting Christians." The incident At the Mayday USA event Saturday, there were speeches, musical performances, prayer, free haircuts for kids, and bicycle giveaways. Hundreds of leftists — including members of the groups Radical Women, Puget Sound Mobilization for Reproductive Justice, Freedom Socialist Party, Organized Workers for Labor Solidarity — descended on the prayer rally, with the purported aim of sending the message that "bigotry is not welcome here." The radicals relied on violence to send their message. Seattle Police Sgt. Patrick Michaud indicated in a release that "police working to keep two different groups apart, witnessed multiple people inside one group throw items at the opposing group around 1:30 PM Saturday." RELATED: Radical Seattle mayor smears Christians after leftists physically attacked prayer rally attendees — even cops got clobbered Photographer: David Ryder/Bloomberg via Getty Images When officers swooped in to arrest those responsible, they were "assaulted by more protesters, resulting in even more arrests," said Michaud. At least one officer was taken to the hospital with injuries. Twenty-two adults and a minor were ultimately arrested. All but the juvenile were taken to King County Jail on assault and obstruction charges. Blaze News reached out to an organizer of the event for comment but did not receive a response by publication time. The mayoral smear, multiplied Harrell — who admitted to "displaying" a gun amid a 1996 dispute with a pregnant woman over a parking spot — sided with the leftist protesters after the attack, expressing his gratitude Saturday "for those who make their voices heard in support of our neighbors" in the "face of an extreme right-wing national effort to attack our trans and LGBTQ+ communities." In addition to suggesting the expression of Christian beliefs on public property amounted to an "attack," Harrell indicated that he was directing Seattle Parks and Recreation to "review all of the circumstances of this application to understand whether there were legal location alternatives or other adjustments that could have been pursued." 'Under Mayor Harrell's leadership, the city of Seattle has continued its spiral into lawlessness and dysfunction.' An organizer for the event rejected the mayor's claims and indicated that she and her team originally requested an alternate location but "were told no and given Cal Anderson Park" — a decision the Seattle Police Officers Guild suggested was suspicious, given "this park is commonly known as the heart of ANTIFA land." On Tuesday, the Democratic mayor's office published a collection of statements from "faith leaders" backing Harrell and his suggestion that the Christians attacked on Saturday were the real villains. "We stand with our Mayor Bruce Harrell who spends every day advancing the shared values of love, integrity, and unity that is expressed not only in the Christian faith but in our interfaith beloved community," stated Carey Anderson, senior pastor at First AMA Church in Seattle. "Those who seek to weaponize Christianity and preach extremist views reflect poorly on the church and the whole ecumenical and interfaith community." RELATED: Labeling you 'phobic' is how the left dodges real arguments kokouu via iStock/Getty Images Rev. Reginald Avant of the Madrona Grace Presbyterian Church similarly issued a condemnation, not of the violent anti-Christian radicals but rather the Christians they attacked, stating, "We condemn these actions of hate by a misguided group of believers who targeted the LGBTQI community. Instead, we stand with the LGBTQI community on the right side for justice and love." Other "faith leader" comments shared by the mayor's office suggested the Mayday organizers weren't real Christians; that they committed a "hateful" attack on vulnerable non-straights; and that they were bigots. First Amendment rally In the wake of Harrell's demonization of conservative Christians, demonstrators showed up to Seattle City Hall on Tuesday to "stand against the religious bigotry of Mayor Bruce Harrell and the Seattle City Council." Whereas demonstrators stressed the importance of free speech, radical leftists once again turned to violence, prompting Seattle Police to make eight arrests, including one arrest of a leftist who allegedly assaulted an officer. Organizers for the protest said in a statement obtained by KCPQ-TV, "Under Mayor Harrell's leadership, the city of Seattle has continued its spiral into lawlessness and dysfunction while the first amendment rights of citizens to peacefully assemble has been disregarded." In addition to attention from the White House and the FBI, Democratic city officials might also have to deal with a legal battle as the Christian legal advocacy group Alliance Defending Freedom indicated that it is "evaluating legal action" against Mayor Harrell and city officials. Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

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Nintendo is pulling out all of the stops when it comes to the Switch 2's release. This year alone, we will see the launch of a new Mario Kart game, a 3D Donkey Kong platformer, and the long-awaited Metroid Prime 4. Now we can officially add another iconic Nintendo franchise to the list: Pokémon.