D-Day, Jobs Report, Trump Vs. Musk, & Germany's Strategic Win
4 Things To Know This Afternoon - A podcast by Erick Erickson

D-Day at 81 Today marks the 81st anniversary of D-Day—the Allied invasion of Normandy that marked the beginning of the end of Nazi tyranny in Europe. Eric reflects on the bravery and sacrifice of over 150,000 troops who stormed the beaches for liberty, not conquest, and why remembering their sacrifice is more important than ever. Jobs Report: A Mixed Message The latest jobs numbers are in: 139,000 jobs added, unemployment steady at 4.2%, and wages up. But are these full-time, family-supporting jobs—or just another mirage? Trump vs. Musk: Republican Realignment Donald Trump and Elon Musk are trading jabs over the GOP tax bill, highlighting deeper tensions within the conservative movement. Germany’s Strategic Win While American headlines are filled with drama, Germany’s conservative leader quietly scored a major trade and Ukraine policy victory in Washington. Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise.