President Donald Trump will host a White House roundtable at 3 p.m. today, October 8th, 2025, to discuss the administration's stance on Antifa, a left-wing protest movement, as Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche warned of "organized efforts by domestic terrorists" to disrupt law enforcement. Blanche stated these groups are "armed with heavy machinery" and "box in law enforcement's cars," according to a statement shared on X by @atrupar this afternoon. The President's team has also deployed federal resources to "restore law and order" in Portland, Oregon, citing arrests made in September. Amidst ongoing concerns about domestic threats, a Reuters poll published today indicates that 58% of Americans believe the president should deploy armed troops solely for external threats, with 70% of Democrats and 50% of Republicans sharing this view. This sentiment arises as President Trump increasingly utilizes the National Guard for policing American cities. Simultaneously, Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to participate in a policy event hosted by Breitbart News, as announced by Donald Trump Jr. on X. In other developments, policymakers are considering extending enhancements to Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, which are set to expire at the end of the year and could cost $350 billion over the next decade, according to the Tax Foundation. House Republicans are also divided on funding for troops during the ongoing government shutdown, with some, like Representative Stutzman, indicating support for standalone funding bills, as reported by @JakeSherman on X. Former FBI Director James Comey's arraignment is scheduled for 9 AM ET today, with live coverage announced by NEWSMAX. President Trump's political team is actively vetting candidates for the 2026 elections, seeking "fresh and viable talent" to support his agenda, according to Bloomberg Government. This vetting process includes meetings with Texas candidates Eric Flores and Briscoe Cain, and Nevada contender David Flippo. In California, Republican efforts to defeat Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting ballot measure, Proposition 50, have been scaled back due to pessimism about their chances, as reported by Punchbowl News and highlighted by @daveweigel on X. Additionally, Virginia Senator Tim Kaine defended AG candidate Jay Jones regarding controversial texts, stating Jones is "still a supporter," according to Fox & Friends.
