This episode of Up First covers the Federal Reserve's warning about inflation and the potential negative impact of President Trump's tariffs. The hosts then discuss a federal judge's decision regarding the Department of Justice's takeover of the U.S. Institute of Peace, highlighting concerns about the DOJ's tactics. Finally, the podcast reports on Israel's new ground invasion into Gaza following a broken ceasefire, detailing the perspectives of both Israeli officials and Palestinians affected by the conflict. The judge expressed serious concerns about the DOJ's methods, describing them as potentially terrorizing. Listeners gain an understanding of current events impacting the US economy and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.