FTC sues Ticketmaster, Fed under pressure, Trump targets Lisa Cook, NVIDIA backs Intel

•FTC vs. Ticketmaster/Live Nation – The Federal Trade Commission and 11 states are suing over bots and ticket resales that hurt both fans and artists.  •Trump vs. Lisa Cook – The president asks the Supreme Court to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid mortgage fraud allegations.  •Federal Reserve boxed in – After yesterday's quarter-point rate cut, the Fed signals more cuts are possible despite inflation remaining above target.  •NVIDIA invests $5 billion in Intel – A major lifeline for the once-dominant chipmaker, this deal could reshape America's semiconductor future and align with Trump's push to revive U.S. manufacturing. Erick Erickson breaks down the four major stories you need to know before the day ends. From political power plays in Washington to breaking developments the mainstream media is ignoring, this rapid-fire update cuts through the noise. Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.