As we close out another week—one filled with madness, distractions, and political manipulation—I want to take a moment to speak with you personally, from the heart.
Because despite all the chaos, there’s still hope. Hope that people are finally waking up. Hope that more and more are seeing through the lies, the theater, the gaslighting. And as someone who’s been in the rooms where the real conversations happen, I want to make sure you’re prepared—not just to watch, but to act.
My sources tell me that this coming week is critical. Donald Trump is planning a carefully staged distraction on Monday—another so-called announcement targeting Russia. But don’t get distracted by the headlines. This isn’t about real consequences for Putin. Read the fine print, listen closely to what he doesn’t say. Because from what I’m hearing, this announcement will be more about optics than impact. It will be designed to look tough, but ultimately leave loopholes big enough for the Kremlin- to dance through. It’s the same playbook we’ve seen before—talk tough, deliver nothing, and shift the narrative.
He’s also talking about sending weapons to Ukraine—once again through NATO—but this is where you have to press for real answers. What weapons? How much? When will they arrive? And who is really benefiting? Because I’ve been told by multiple contacts, including some still embedded in the intelligence world, that much of this “aid” is about creating the appearance of support while actually tying Ukraine’s hands in key areas. The media will likely repeat the talking points without digging into the logistics or intent. That’s why we have to.
In the background, there’s a growing storm around the economy. Tariffs are coming again—Trump is doubling down. My sources say internal pressure is mounting, and he believes he can weaponize trade policy not just to punish Canada or Mexico, but to cause economic chaos that he can then use as political leverage. There’s serious talk about retaliation tariffs from U.S. allies and key import partners. The business world is nervous. And yes, it’s true—he was ready to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell this past week. But from what I’m hearing, his Chief of staff Susie Wiles personally intervened and talked him out of it—for now. Trump’s still hell-bent on removing Powell and replacing him with someone who will do exactly what he says, print money on demand, and help crash the system if it means he gets to remake it in his image.
But none of that compares to the two most dangerous developments that we must keep our eye on: Trump’s plan to seize permanent control of our democracy—and his growing war against his own base.
Yesterday, the volcano erupted. Trump made what may be the biggest mistake of his political life—his cover-up of the Epstein files. His own MAGA base isn’t just fracturing—it’s overflowing, erupting with anger and betrayal. I’ve spoken directly with people who were once among his most loyal defenders, and they are livid. Furious about his silence. Furious about what they see as his protection of pedophiles. Furious that he broke the one promise he embedded into their identity for the past six years: exposing the Epstein list. In their words, this was never just about politics—it was about rooting out the evil of the so-called “deep state.” And now, to them, Trump has become part of it.
And it’s not just the big influencers turning on him—it’s the cult itself. The core. The everyday MAGA supporters who carried the flag, wore the hat, and bought into the lie. Many are saying they won’t forgive him. But Trump is defiant. My sources tell me he’s privately calling them “stupid,” “foolish,” and “ungrateful.” Those are his words. He still believes they’ll come crawling back. That they’ll forget everything by the time it’s time to vote.
That’s his bet: ride out the backlash, push ahead with election reform, more tariff chaos, and dangle illusions of peace in the Middle East and Eastern Europe—all to chase his dream of a Nobel Peace Prize. That’s the strategy. But here’s the truth: the more this narrative breaks, the more this cult fractures, the weaker he becomes. And that’s why we can’t stop pushing.
And that’s why I’m telling you—we have to speak up now. We cannot stay silent. Not this week.
Because this Thursday, July 17, marks five years since the passing of John Lewis, a man who gave everything to defend the right to vote and the soul of American democracy. In his memory, we’re going to do exactly what he told us: we’re going to make good trouble.
All over the country, people are organizing marches, protests, and public actions to honor Lewis’s legacy and speak out against what Trump is trying to do to this country. And I’m proud to tell you—I’ve been invited to speak at a major panel right in Trump’s backyard, Palm Beach, Florida, as part of the Good Trouble Lives On national day
The event will be at 5 PM this Thursday at 1440 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. If you’re in Florida—come join us. Stand with us. If you’re not local, find a protest or action near you. I’ll also be live-streaming my speech here on Substack—so make sure you’re subscribed and your alerts are turned on.
Because there’s more coming.
I’m working on verifying a major development right now—something big that connects back to Trump, Russia, and an effort to silence whistleblowers. I can’t release it yet, but I want you to be the first to know. As soon as I confirm the final piece, I’ll break it right here.
So now’s the time.
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Let me say this clearly: Donald Trump fears this movement. He fears you. He fears us coming together. He fears that if we keep growing, we’ll become too big to silence. I know for a fact he’s already trying to figure out how to shut down platforms like this one. So let’s grow so fast, so strong, that he can’t.
Trump is making his move this week.
Let’s make ours—louder.
With you always,
Lev
Thank you, Lev, for preparing us for a huge week of deflection and Trump flop sweat aka desperation. Next weekend's protests must have him all in a tizzy. 😉😎
I'll take the good news for now regarding Powell remaining in place. Looking forward to hearing more information to focus our efforts to fight for our democracy. Thanks @Lev Parnas.