Axios

The fight that scrubbed the world's most powerful AI models from the internet featured personality clashes, industry confusion, and international backlash.

Why it matters: Anthropic's models are back online, but the impact of its 20-day showdown with the Trump administration will be long lasting.

Democrats are preparing a hostile audit of President Trump and his inner circle, intent on exposing — and ultimately ending — the most lucrative presidency in American history.

Why it matters: Since winning the 2024 election, Trump has operated in a Wild West of his own making — monetizing the office to the tune of billions, while enabling family, friends and donors to cash in along the way.

The Ukrainian military is proving it can blow up pretty much whatever it wants.

Why it matters: Fewer and fewer places feel safe inside Russia, as oil facilities, weapons factories, convoys and bombers burn.