Fox News First Newsletter Highlights Trump Pause on Project Freedom, Ramaswamy Primary Win

Fox News First, the network's morning newsletter, recaps key stories to start the day.

Top developments include President Trump announcing a temporary pause of Project Freedom amid progress toward an Iran deal. A former Democratic senator ousted in 2024 won a primary in a rebound bid that could flip the majority. Kash Patel accused the FBI of lying to obtain warrants for illegal spying on Trump's 2016 campaign.

Major headlines feature a family discovering a homeless man secretly living in their basement after items went missing. Police used drones to trap dozens of bikers during a massive bridge takeover. A babysitter uncovered a deadly family secret in a luxury home. Authorities airlifted a crocodile suspected of eating a local man to retrieve remains. The US military killed three people in a strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific.

In politics, Trump-backed Vivek Ramaswamy won the Ohio GOP gubernatorial primary and will face a Democratic doctor. An AOC-backed plan to triple the federal minimum wage drew backlash over job loss concerns. Howard Lutnick faced questions on Jeffrey Epstein ties at a House Oversight hearing. Federal allegations claim Washington's top brass manipulated reports to hide violent offenses.

Media stories note Ken Griffin vowing to double down on his Miami move, saying New York City does not welcome success. Smith College drew criticism for making a mockery of its all-women status by admitting transgender students, an education watchdog said. Left-wing activists said the LA 2028 Olympics safety plan relies too much on police and Homeland Security. A California bill would allow illegal immigrant professors to teach US students remotely.

Opinion pieces include Sen. Dave McCormick writing that prediction markets are booming and Washington must catch up. Sara Carter said President Trump's drug control strategy sets the path to end the drug crisis for good.

Other news covers Blake Lively's Met Gala stunt after her Justin Baldoni settlement described as a deliberately calculated tactic. Researchers linked sleep apnea to a surprising physical disconnect. Weight-loss drugs are reshaping how Americans eat out, a top chef revealed. A train passenger cooked fresh steak with a surprising device.