The 7 State of the Union; Nancy Guthrie case; a better way to exercise; and more
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Feb 25, 2026 A roundup of State of the Union takeaways and shifting political tones. Coverage of the Guthrie family’s missing relative and a sizable reward. A viral New York snowball fight that turned heated and sparked debate. Findings on teens using AI and worries about cheating. A look at exercise research that warns against all‑or‑nothing thinking.
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State Of The Union Turned Confrontational
- President Donald Trump's State of the Union shifted from upbeat economy and Olympics praise to a confrontational immigration-focused tone mid-speech.
- Republicans loudly applauded immigration lines while Democrats like Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib shouted back, highlighting chamber polarization.
Immigration Dominates Public View Of Trump
- A Post/ABC/Ipsos poll asked Trump supporters to name his best actions and critics his worst, and both groups put immigration top.
- About 80% of approvers cited immigration as his best; 57% of disapprovers called it his worst.
Republican Lawmaker Questioned East Wing Demolition
- Representative Michael Turner privately challenged the White House over demolishing the East Wing for a ballroom.
- Turner wrote an October letter saying Americans found demolition images disturbing and demanded answers amid a legal challenge.