2025 CPAC – APB NEWS

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February 2026 - Palm Beach, FL:

Political strategist Roger Stone is very focused on the 2026 mid term elections.

Mike Leventhal caught up with the longtime operative at the 2026 Hispanic Prosperity Gala at Mar-a-Lago to talk about President Trump’s first-year accomplishments, the impact on the economy, wages, and how it affects Hispanic Americans.

Roger praised Trump for keeping his campaign promises, revitalizing energy production, lowering gas prices, and creating job opportunities.

Mike asked Roger about what he is focusing on for the upcoming 2026 elections - which he emphasizes the importance of Republican messaging to highlight the differences between Trump second term policies and the current Democratic leadership.

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Roger Stone Says the 2026 Midterms Will Be Decided by the Economy

February 2026 - Palm Beach, FL:

The Hispanic Prosperity Gala recently took center stage as a historic milestone, celebrating 250 years of American prosperity while spotlighting the Latino leaders who are driving its future. The event served as a powerful testament to a new era of influence, bringing together a diverse coalition of figures from government halls and global boardrooms. Central to the evening’s mission was the "America First" agenda, which continues to pave the way for a transformative wave of Latino entrepreneurship and political engagement.

Amidst the celebration, the conversation turned toward the strategic landscape of the upcoming 2026 elections. APB’s Mike Leventhal met up with Roger Stone to discuss the evolving political coalition of the Latino community and its pivotal role in shaping the nation's trajectory. This shift is mirrored in the private sector by leaders like Gabriela Berrospi, founder of Latino Wall Street, and Tony Delgado. Their work focuses on turning financial education into true economic freedom, bridging the gap between ambition and wealth for a growing network of over 150,000 members.

The gala functioned as more than just a celebration; it acted as a strategic bridge strengthening vital alliances across the United States and Latin America. While the evening honored a 250-year legacy of growth, the primary focus remained on the rising impact of Latino enterprise in the modern marketplace. By fostering these connections and prioritizing economic empowerment, the event underscored how the Hispanic community is not just participating in the American economy, but actively redefining its future.

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2026 Hispanic Prosperity Gala | APB NEWS

The Trump Kennedy Center hosted the premiere of a new documentary centered on Melania Trump on Thursday night, drawing political figures, cultural leaders, and invited guests for a rare public spotlight on the former First Lady.

The program offers a personal and behind-the-scenes look at Melania Trump’s life, tracing her journey from Europe to the White House and examining her role during some of the most closely watched moments of the Trump presidency.

Through archival footage and new interviews, the documentary presents a portrait focused on resilience, privacy, and public service.

The documentary is released by Amazon MGM Studios and is opening in select theaters nationwide, with plans to stream on Amazon Prime Video following its theatrical run.

#MELANIA #MelaniaFilm #MelaniaTheMovie #MelaniaTrump #documentary

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First Lady Melania Trump Allows the Audience Inside Her Private World with Documentary Premiere

January 2026 - Trump-Kennedy Center, Washington, DC:

The Trump Kennedy Center hosted the premiere of a new documentary centered on Melania Trump on Thursday night, drawing political figures, cultural leaders, and invited guests for a rare public spotlight on the former First Lady.

The program offers a personal and behind-the-scenes look at Melania Trump’s life, tracing her journey from Europe to the White House and examining her role during some of the most closely watched moments of the Trump presidency. Through archival footage and new interviews, the documentary presents a portrait focused on resilience, privacy, and public service.

APB News was on the Black Carpet at the Trump-John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, with heightened security and a special arrival that underscored the event’s national attention. Guests described the evening as a mix of political history and cultural storytelling, reflecting the continued public interest surrounding the Trump family.

Following the screening, attendees noted the film’s emphasis on Melania Trump’s perspective, offering a quieter, more introspective narrative than typically seen in political documentaries.

The documentary is released by Amazon MGM Studios and is opening in select theaters nationwide, with plans to stream on Amazon Prime Video following its theatrical run.

#melaniatrump #documentary

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First Lady Melania Trump Allows the Audience Inside Her Private World!

APB News was the only NYC news channel invited to cover the gala and meet with its leadership and guests. The New York Young Republicans Club is undergoing a fundamental shift. APB News was granted exclusive access to their latest gala, where leader Stefano Forte laid out a bold new mandate: champion the Trump vision, oppose Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, and transform the club into a national GOP powerhouse.

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NY Young Republicans’ New Mission: Trump, the AfD, and the Fight for NYC | APB News

During the FIFA World Cup Draw in Washington, D.C., guests were treated to sculptures of the world’s greatest soccer players screaming out “GOAL!”

These plaster head busts were created by master craftsman Dante Mortet who proudly showed off what each player looked like after penetrating the defense and placing the ball in the net.

This one time art exhibition by Italian sculptor pays tribute to soccer icons, such as Pele, Maradona, David Beckham, and more.

These masterpieces were commissioned by Ambassador Paulo Zampolii, who is the United States special envoy for global partnerships.

Dante was hard at work for months with his son Lorenzo in the workshop that was started by his family 150 years ago applying his craft the old-fashioned way, with eyes and hands, no computers or 3-D printers.

Dante Mortet is the heir of a dynasty of artists and craftsmen with distant origins: the Mortet family moved to Italy from France in the mid-1800s. The Mortet workshop was founded in Florence by Aurelio Mortet, with some of his children taking up wood carving, while Armando and Dante specialized in the art of chiseling.

Now the works will be on display at various events next year when the World Cup begins in North America.

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#italiano #italianart #sculpture #soccerplayer #futbol

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Greatest Soccer Players Ever Come to Life with Special Exhibition

The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage has been mapped out during a dazzling Final Draw at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC.

The World Cup will be hosted by the U.S., Mexico and Canada. It will involve 48 teams and 104 games in 16 cities across North America - with 78 of the 104 games occurring in the United States.

The 12 groups were drawn by former England captain Rio Ferdinand, with sporting icons Tom Brady, Wayne Gretzky, Aaron Judge and Shaquille O’Neal serving as assistants. Kevin Hart, Heidi Klum and Danny Ramirez hosted a star-studded draw show that opened with a spine-tingling performance by Andrea Bocelli and also saw Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger, Lauryn Hill and the Village People entertain the watching world.

The United States first match will be against Paraguay in Los Angeles on June 12th - Mike Leventhal caught up with former U.S. defender Alexi Lalas to offer a preview of what is to come and what this means for growing soccer in the U.S.

An exciting moment during her draw was when FIFA president FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented President Donald Trump with the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize recognizing Trump for promoting peace and unity.

So now the U.S. Men's National Team will be in deep preparation mode for World Cup 2026, focusing on integrating young talent, building chemistry under head coach Mauricio Pochettino Pochettino, and leveraging home advantage as a co-host, with plans for a new Atlanta training center and a lighter group stage travel schedule.

Their roadmap includes friendlies, Copa América, and tactical preparation, aiming to capitalize on the tournament's North American setting to make a deep run, building on recent good form against qualified teams.

The final schedule will be set next March after regional playoffs take place.

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The FIFA World Cup Draw Creates Excitement & Intrigue with a Star Studded Weekend

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2025 Kennedy Center Honors: Star-Studded Red Carpet | APB NEWS

Thursday, October 30, 2025 - Washington DC:

The two deadliest engagements of the Iraq War—the battles in Najaf and Fallujah—are now documented in the new 90-minute film, "The Last 600 Meters." The film provides an unfiltered look at these pivotal conflicts, delivering the absolute ground truth of combat through the firsthand testimony of the infantrymen and officers who fought there.

APB News was invited to the action-packed premiere at the US Navy Memorial Museum & Theater. Developed by award-winning producer and director Michael Pack, this powerful production was originally completed 17 years ago and has now finally found its broadcast home on PBS.

Pack stresses that his film contains no political aspects, focusing instead on the reality of the experience: the fear, the danger, the brotherly bonds, and the post-combat challenges that followed. Standing as an important historical work, The Last 600 Meters utilizes interviews, archival footage, and on-the-ground media to allow the soldiers to speak in their own words, depicting the invaluable combat experience that often molds these young men into savvy and thoughtful leaders upon their return to mainstream society.

The documentary airs nationally on PBS on November 10th, and will be available on Amazon Prime upon demand the following day.

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The Last 600 Meters: Iraq War's Deadliest Battles | Washington DC Premiere | APB News

July 10, 2025 - Washington DC & Brasilia, Brazil:

This week, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on all Brazilian imports, effective August 1st. He cited Brazil’s prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro, labeling it a "witch hunt" and an "insidious attack" on free speech and election integrity.

Brazilian President Lula immediately summoned the U.S. chargé d’affaires, denouncing Trump’s demand to drop the trial and reaffirming Brazil’s independent institutions. Lula called Trump’s letter "offensive" and warned of reciprocal counter-tariffs.

This action follows Eduardo Bolsonaro's temporary resignation from Congress in March 2025 and his move to the U.S. to lobby for political asylum and pressure Brazil’s judiciary - specifically Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. His goal, he told APB News earlier this year, is to rally U.S. officials to sanction de Moraes and promote clemency for those involved in the January 8th riots in Brasília.

Brazil is the U.S.’s second-largest trading partner, exporting around $40 to $50 billion annually, including coffee, orange juice, steel, and iron.

The announcement caused Brazil’s real to fall over 2% and sparked broader market uncertainty.

This is a developing story.

#Trump #Brazil #Tariffs #TradeWar #Bolsonaro #Lula #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #BreakingNews #Economy

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Trump Announces 50% Tariff on Brazilian Goods | #Trump #Brazil

June 2025 - Washington DC:

While thousands of people came to the nation’s capital to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday, the big news was that the Army has met its active duty recruiting goal for 2025, marking the earliest the service has reached its annual enlistment target in more than a decade.

The Army surpassed 61,000 future soldier contracts, four months before the end of the fiscal year, marking the second consecutive year that the service has reached its target for new enlistment after it had failed to meet its goals in 2022 and 2023.

U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll credited the service’s 10,000 or so recruiters for their “colossal efforts” to improve the service’s recruiting wing in recent years and sign up some 10% more young Americans to join the Army so far this year than last year when it achieved its 55,000-recruit target just before the fiscal year’s end…

The Army secretary said Tuesday that hitting the goal so early showed the service’s recruiting challenges were “behind us.”

APB News was invited by the America 250th Commission to spend time with the Army leadership and witness the parade.

The Army, and most of the other military services, have struggled in recent years to meet their recruiting goals, at least in part because of a shrinking pool of eligible candidates.

The Pentagon in recent years has estimated only some 23% of young Americans between the ages of 17 and 24 meet the basic education, fitness and moral criteria to serve. Among those qualified, only about 9% have shown interest in the military in recent years, according to Pentagon data.

Amid its struggles in recent years, the Army has launched new programs to bolster its recruiting apparatus and raised its recruiting commander from a two-star general to a three-star. It also opened a new pathway to enlistment for Army hopefuls who initially fall short of meeting the service’s enlistment standards.

Before the parade activities started, more than a dozen Army teams competed in a CrossFit-style competition, showcasing their strength, speed and stamina.

The core message from the competition was to demonstrate to the public the level of teamwork that is required of its service members, as these exact fitness exercises are conducted regularly to teach soldiers how to keep mission-focused under pressure.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll congratulated the 3rd Infantry Division soldiers after they won the Army’s fitness contest all as part of the service’s 250th birthday festival on the National Mall in Washington.

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U.S. ARMY CELEBRATES 250 YEARS AND REACHES RECRUITMENT GOALS

March 2025 - Washington DC:

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, said he is taking a leave from his role as a congressman to live in the United States and to help to build international support for his father and their political group.

Bolsonaro said he will work on developing international support to fight what he claims is called persecution against the Bolsonaro family, his father, their allies and supporters. Eduardo has been instrumental in the role of the family's foreign emissary, appearing in the U.S. at conservative political conferences which is where APB News caught up with him at CPAC just outside of Washington DC.

Also, Congressman Bolsonaro said he would seek political asylum. His father is barred from running for office until 2030 and had his passport taken in February 2024 on the order of Brazil's top court.

This is a developing story ...

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Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of the Former Brazilian President, Abruptly Takes Leave from Congress

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