Morning Wire Evening Wire: Trump Hosts Zelensky & MSNBC’s Name Change | 8.18.25
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Aug 18, 2025 President Trump meets with Ukraine's Zelensky to strategize on achieving a lasting peace deal with Russia. Tensions rise as former Attorney General Bill Barr's deposition on the Epstein case unfolds. New Mexico's governor responds to rising violence by deploying the National Guard. Meanwhile, Hurricane Aaron threatens the coast, and some Texas lawmakers return to tackle redistricting. In a surprising twist, Marvel Studios' production shift impacts local jobs, while MSNBC rebrands as MSNOW amid significant media changes.
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Trump Pushes For Full Peace Deal
- Donald Trump prefers negotiating a full peace agreement over a ceasefire in Ukraine and Russia.
- He argues ceasefires can make lasting peace harder by allowing rebuilding that removes leverage.
Barr's Closed‑Door Epstein Deposition
- Bill Barr sat for a closed-door deposition before the House Oversight Committee about Jeffrey Epstein.
- Chairman James Comer framed the move as a major step in uncovering the Epstein Island saga.
Public Pressure And Gaza Dissent
- Large Israeli protests pressured leaders to strike a hostage deal while Netanyahu insisted military pressure must continue.
- Palestinians in Gaza reportedly urged Hamas to relinquish power while Hamas allegedly executed critics to silence dissent.