The Bulletin Rafah Crossing, Trump’s IRS Lawsuit, Don Lemon’s Arrest, and MAGA Jesus
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Feb 3, 2026 Peter Wehner, former White House speechwriter and Atlantic writer who studies politics, faith, and ethics, joins the conversation. He probes how a politicized MAGA Jesus distorts Christian ethics. He traces evangelical alignment with Trump, explores moral hypocrisy and accommodations, and lays out how pastors and believers might reclaim integrity and faithfulness in politics.
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Rafah Reopening Is Cautious Relief
- The Rafah crossing reopened after a year, prioritizing medical evacuations and limited daily movement.
- Israel and EU supervision aim to control security risks while offering Gazans alternatives to Israeli medical care.
Why Journalists And Aid Face Limits At Rafah
- Israel limits foreign journalists at Rafah to maintain operational secrecy and prevent hostage risks.
- The IDF also restricts aid via Rafah because the route historically allowed weapon smuggling.
Iran Shapes The Gaza Conflict
- Regional players like Iran and Turkey shape the Gaza conflict because Hamas is an Iranian proxy.
- Negotiations with Iran should be approached skeptically given Tehran's ideological aims and history of deception.