The NewsWorthy High-Stakes China Visit, 'Slinging Margaritas' Drama & Speediest Deliveries - Wednesday, May 13, 2026
May 13, 2026
A preview of a high-stakes summit between Trump and Xi, with trade, chips, rare earths, AI and Taiwan on the agenda. Coverage of U.S. military planning and rising risks around Iran. A heated public clash over drinking allegations between top officials. FDA leadership shakeup and disputes over vapes and abortion pills. Fast Amazon 30-minute deliveries and an actor turning pro in soccer.
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Shouting Match Over Drinking Claims At Senate Hearing
- A Senate hearing turned personal when FBI Director Kash Patel accused Senator Chris Van Hollen of "slinging margaritas" with a deported Salvadoran national.
- Patel challenged Van Hollen to take a drinking test and sued The Atlantic for $250 million over reporting of his drinking.
Rare Reporter Subpoenas Signal Aggressive Leak Enforcement
- The Justice Department subpoenaed Wall Street Journal reporter records in a rare move tied to prewar Pentagon warnings, signaling tougher leak enforcement.
- The acting attorney general frames subpoenas as national security actions and warns other outlets they may face similar requests.
FDA Chief Resigns After Vaping And Approval Battles
- FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty McCary resigned after just over a year amid internal fights over abortion pills, drug approvals, and fruit-flavored vape authorization.
- President Trump named Kyle Diamantis, a lawyer without a medical degree, as acting commissioner.