FBI report ties Masha Drokova to a potential Russian asset. Numerous intel sources have alleged Drokova is laundering Russian money and that she is an "FSB agent." Drokova is mentioned in Epstein files 1,600 times. Follow: @AFpost afpost.news/editorials/Masha…

Emails show that CBS’ Bari Weiss’ “wife,” Nellie Bowles, was a close friend of Jeffrey Epstein in 2018. Weiss has long been accused of having ties to Jewish and Israeli intelligence agents. “When [are] you and your babe back in NYC” sent in 2018. Weiss and Bowles married in 2020. The emails also show Bowles connected to Masha Drokova, a Russian VC investor in SV companies. Follow: @AFpost

In a 2017 email, an individual named Masha Drokova told Epstein that he should only work with DNA tested Jewish individuals, claiming that greater Jewish ancestry correlates with higher intelligence. The same email contains a statement asserting that Epstein was “98% Jewish.” Follow: @AFpost

Wealthy tech figures have come under fire from Democrats in recent years, with billionaires now facing potential wealth seizures in California. Many tech billionaires fleeing the Left, which is increasingly shaped by progressive attitudes, have appealed to the Right’s pro-capitalist sensibilities while failing to invest in right-wing causes or candidates. Investor Peter Thiel, recognizing the danger that socialism poses to Silicon Valley’s wealth, was an early investor in the Republican Party and Trump’s campaign, with Elon Musk later following suit. Zuckerberg and Chamath have drawn ire for the opposite reason. Both were late donors to Trump, supporting him only in 2024, and are now seeking relief from tax burdens after years of financing progressive causes. Many of the figures at the center of this political debate are members of the wealthy “PayPal Mafia” or are connected to Facebook, with considerable overlap between the two groups. The tech world has voiced growing fears that the Right may abandon or openly turn against it in retaliation for years of pro-woke opposition, even as it faces pressure from an increasingly hostile left flank animated by figures such as Mamdani. Follow: @AFpost

President Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel should begin withdrawing its forces from Syria and make further withdrawals from Lebanon, according to US and Israeli officials. Follow: @AFpost

Governor Gavin Newsom is nearly tied up with VP JD Vance in Polymarket odds for who will become the 2028 presidential election winner, with both hovering around 16%. Follow: @AFpost

New polling from the Financial Times has Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee in 2028, edging out Newsom. Polymarket bettors still favor Newsom, who has seen a large decline since his rise last August. Follow: @AFpost

Senator Jon Ossoff (GA) emerges as a dark-horse candidate for Democrats’ 2028 presidential bid, fourth in Polymarket odds. As Dems shift to White males to push their “Everyman” message, Ossoff shows appeal across demographics, notably Southern Blacks and Jews. Follow: @AFpost

The likelihood that the US and Iran will forge a permanent peace deal has cratered to 6% on Polymarket after Israel bombed Lebanon and Iran retaliated. Hostilities have resumed, with President Trump unable to negotiate a ceasefire. Follow: @AFpost

Randy Fine cancels his appearance at the Republican "Sunshine State Showdown" event in response to James Fishback being invited to deliver the keynote address. Polymarket bettors give Fishback a 7% chance to beat Byron Donalds. Follow: @AFpost

Jewish Senator Jon Ossoff (GA) rises to number two in Polymarket odds for Democratic presidential nominee in 2028, overtaking both AOC and Harris. Follow: @AFpost

Polymarket odds give Netanyahu a 64% chance to leave office by end of the year, with Trump saying he’s open to supporting other candidates. Follow: @AFpost

Florida’s Lt. Governor, Jay Collins, who has become a political afterthought in Florida’s GOP gubernatorial primary, is filing a lawsuit contesting James Fishback’s eligibility to run for governor, claiming he isn’t a qualified resident of Florida. Polymarket has Collins at less than 1%, with Fishback at 4%, Donalds at 95%, and the GOP heavy favorites to beat the Democrats. Fishback has responded, showing his driver’s license, which corroborates his lifelong residence in Florida. Collins says he is trying to disqualify Fishback to prevent Democrats from taking the governor’s mansion. Follow: @AFpost

James Fishback leads Byron Donalds 39-36 among informed Central Florida and Orlando voters. Donalds holds a strong lead over Fishback according to Polymarket. Follow: @AFpost

JD Vance raised over $4M at a donor dinner hosted by VC and All-In podcast host Chamath Palihapitiya. With the aid of tech donors, Vance currently leads Rubio by 5.4% to win the 2028 presidency, according to Polymarket. Follow: @AFpost

Polymarket odds currently put JD Vance as the leading 2028 presidential contender at 18.4%, followed by Gavin Newsom at 16% and Marco Rubio at 13.3%. Follow: @AFpost

Gadi Eizenkot overtakes Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu in odds to become Israel's next PM with the recent Iran ceasefire causing massive upheaval in Israel. Trump, who initially felt "betrayed" by Netanyahu's support of Biden, has suggested he may return the favor, saying he is open to supporting other candidates. Follow: @AFpost