"So Bad and So Dangerous"

Trump responds to his immunity claim setback. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( February 7, 2024 Good morning. We’re starting off with [a groundbreaking decision on Trump’s immunity claims]( — and a look at what’s next. In entertainment, we’re revealing [Survivor’s new batch of contestants]( and [reframing the way we think about that halftime show]( ahead of Sunday’s big game. Then, [watch Molner’s flexibility be put to the test]( in the latest Going Strong. Plus, don't miss your chance to get [our must-see food newsletter](, which drops tomorrow!   In the News [Donald Trump looking perplexed]( Getty Images A federal appeals court has dealt a serious blow to Donald Trump by rejecting his claim to presidential immunity. Here’s a breakdown of the ruling and [what it means for the Republican frontrunner](: What happened? Trump has long argued that he’s immune to the federal indictment charging him with trying to overturn the 2020 election. But a three-judge panel unanimously ruled that executive privilege does not extend to former presidents — and that Trump must go to trial. What Trump said: He blasted the ruling on his platform Truth Social. “So bad, and so dangerous,” he wrote. “A Nation-destroying ruling like this cannot be allowed to stand.” What comes next? Trump has until Feb. 12 to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court. But if the justices decline to hear the case (or move very quickly), he could stand trial before the November election. Here’s [a closer look at Trump’s next move](. [READ MORE](   More Stories [Mike Johnson]( Speaker Mike Johnson leaves a House Republican caucus meeting on Feb. 6. (Getty Images) Tumult in the GOP: A monthslong GOP campaign to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas fell flat yesterday, as three Republicans joined the Democrats in opposing the resolution in a 216-214 vote. Per the New York Times, RNC chairwoman Ronna McDaniel has offered to step down to allow Donald Trump to choose a replacement. And over in Nevada, Nikki Haley lost the non-binding GOP primary — which Trump did not compete in — to “none of these candidates.” Israel-Hamas war: President Biden has slammed Republicans for thwarting a bipartisan border deal that would also provide military aid to Israel and humanitarian aid to Gaza. The U.S. is reviewing a "positive" response by Hamas to a new proposal aimed at releasing the remaining hostages and securing a longer pause in fighting. Meanwhile in Yemen, the Houthis have vowed to increase attacks on U.S. and U.K. ships if Israel's assault on Gaza continues. Landmark ruling: Michigan jurors have found Jennifer Crumbley guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the deadly school shooting her son Ethan Crumbley carried out in 2021. She was convicted on four counts, one for each of the students Ethan killed. During testimony, Jennifer said that it was her husband's responsibility to store the gun as she "didn't feel comfortable" with it — and that she wished that Ethan had "killed us, instead.” Swift watch: Taylor Swift fans have been speculating as to whether the Anti-Hero singer will make it back to Las Vegas in time to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday. The singer's currently in Tokyo for the Japanese leg of her Eras tour. Her travel plans are a hot topic, as her attorneys have threatened legal action against a Florida student who's using publicly available data to track the carbon footprint of her private jet — along with those of other high-profile individuals.   Going Strong [Ryan Cooper leaning against metal scaffolding of a bridge and stretching his arm across his chest ]( James Dimmock Ryan Cooper is passionate about teaching accessible, at-home workouts, from heat-generating upper body exercises to ab-blasting core routines. But if you're looking to tone up, you might be skipping one crucial step: “The key to getting lean, strong muscles is stretching,” Cooper says. In our latest for the Going Strong series, Cooper teaches a dynamic stretching routine to our very own John Molner. [Check it out right here](. [LOOSEN UP](   Must-Reads [Survivor Season 46 Cast]( The Tribe Has Spoken The 18 new hopefuls competing for Survivor's $1 million prize have been revealed. We've got the full cast of season 46. [Read More »]( [Illustration of woman holding her head in her hands, stressed]( Inner Turmoil Hot flashes aren't exactly anyone's idea of a good time, but there's a unique link between stress and menopause. Here's more. [Read More »]( [Janet Jackson at the 2004 Super Bowl Halftime Show]( Looking Back It's been 20 years since the halftime show that changed it all. Writer Sarah Ditum revisits how that fateful moment happened. [Read More »](   In Focus Today marks National Girls and Women in Sports Day, and our friend [MaryJo McCloskey's new book, When Girls Win,]( couldn't be coming out at a better time. Mary Jo is a seven-time NCAA trophy winner; she persevered in a male-dominated field and fought her way to the top in the face of doubts and challenges. Her story of passion and grit is relatable to leaders in any profession.   Extra Credit [Chinese New Year Cake]( Peter Som Order up: The Lunar New Year is on Saturday, so to celebrate, we're serving culinary expert Peter Som's twist on the traditional rice flour cake. Get the recipe right in your inbox when you [sign up for the Good Taste newsletter](, which will officially be hot and ready tomorrow! Petal pushers: You can't go wrong with giving flowers on Valentine's Day, so we found [the best delivery services]( that will get your bouquets to your boo just in time. Listen up: Calling all true crime fans! 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