U.S.-Canada Trade Fallout: Google Maps now labels Lake Ontario as “Lake America” for Americans after Trump’s executive order, while Canadians still see “Lake Ontario,” keeping the dispute tied to the tariff fight. FCC vs. Media: Trump escalated his feud with NBC’s Kristen Welker, saying she should face “rebuke or punishment” at the FCC over his endorsement claims. Venezuela Energy Deal: Trump says the U.S. will gain majority control of Venezuela’s massive oil reserves, with Venezuela’s interim president saying the accord will last 25 years and target 1.5 million barrels per day. Iran Tensions: Iran’s supreme leader urged Muslim unity against Israel and the U.S. as the wider Middle East conflict continues. Texas Senate Race: Ken Paxton pushed back on polling showing him trailing in a tight Texas Senate fight, with observers calling it a toss-up. Midterms Outlook: A new 10-weeks-out assessment says Democrats have a strong shot at the House and a narrower, more credible path to the Senate. Voting Litigation: DOJ opposed blocking Trump’s anti-mail voting rule, defending USPS changes that could shape who can vote by mail in November. Health Policy Data: New local Medicaid spending reports show sharp swings in categories like surgery and “national codes,” underscoring how federal-state dollars move at the community level.