Inflation Wipes Out Wages, Fake Electors Cleared, Israel Targets Gaza City, Cracker Barrel Retreats

•Census Bureau confirms inflation wiped out all wage growth for working Americans while elites making $250K+ came out ahead. The media dismissed Americans' concerns, but the data proves otherwise. •A Michigan judge dismisses charges against Trump's so-called "fake electors" — a ruling that could ripple into Nevada and beyond. Was 2020 a turning point the GOP still hasn't moved past? •Israel orders the evacuation of Gaza City, signaling an invasion is imminent. Progressives accuse Israel of genocide, while Hamas still holds hostages. The U.S. isn't coordinating, but it is blessing Israel's move. •Cracker Barrel scraps its controversial rebrand, logo, and remodeling campaign. But the real problem isn't the logo,  it's the food quality.   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. Get the podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite app. Stay grounded, stay informed, and keep the faith.