MSNBC hosts Nicolle Wallace and Rachel Maddow drew sharp criticism Wednesday for politicizing President Donald Trump’s tribute to 13-year-old cancer survivor Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel during his congressional address. Trump made Daniel an honorary Secret Service agent, spotlighting the teen’s battle with brain cancer since age 6.

Maddow called the gesture “disgusting,” accusing Trump of exploiting Daniel’s story while tying it to funding cuts for pediatric cancer research. “For the record — and this is disgusting — the president made a spectacle out of praising a young man who’s thus far survived pediatric cancer, as if the president had something to do with that,” she said on air. Wallace linked Daniel’s police aspirations to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, saying, “I hope he never has to defend the U.S. Capitol against another bunch of Trump supporters.”

The remarks sparked outrage online, with critics labeling them “sick and twisted.” Conservative pundit Charlie Kirk demanded Wallace’s firing, calling her commentary “repulsive.” Social media posts echoed the sentiment, slamming the hosts for tainting a child’s moment of recognition.

Trump honored Daniel, who wore a police uniform in the gallery, during a nearly two-hour speech Tuesday — the longest ever before Congress. The backlash highlights ongoing tensions between MSNBC and Trump supporters, who see the network’s coverage as biased. 

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China goes full keyboard warrior over Trump’s speech with threats of “We’re ready to fight to the end”

 China threatened the U.S. with "any type of war" and vowed to "fight to the end" on Tuesday as President Donald Trump's new tariffs took effect, escalating tensions between the world’s top economies. The Trump administration imposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and doubled tariffs on China to 20%, prompting swift retaliation from Beijing.

China's foreign ministry issued a stark warning, stating it "will fight to the end" against what it called a "miscalculation and a mistake" by the U.S. Beijing retaliated with 10% to 15% tariff hikes on American agricultural goods, including chicken, soybeans, and beef, targeting $21 billion in U.S. exports. It also placed export and investment curbs on 25 U.S. firms, citing national security.

Trump defended the tariffs, aimed at curbing illegal drugs and immigration, and threatened further increases if Canada retaliates. "Our Reciprocal Tariff will immediately increase by a like amount," he posted on Truth Social. Canada and Mexico have already vowed counteractions, with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau imposing 25% tariffs on $20.7 billion in U.S. goods.

The escalating trade war has rattled markets, with experts warning of higher consumer prices and economic fallout. China’s ministry added it has "never succumbed to bullying," signaling a prolonged standoff as Trump doubles down on his protectionist agenda.

Democrats REFUSE TO STAND as 13 year old cancer survivor is sworn in as honorary Secret Service agent

Democrats in Congress refused to stand Tuesday night as President Donald Trump honored a 13-year-old cancer survivor, D.J. Daniel, during his address to a joint session, drawing sharp criticism from Republicans. Trump announced Daniel, who has outlived a five-month prognosis by six years, would become an honorary Secret Service agent, fulfilling his dream of becoming a police officer.

“Since that time, D.J. and his dad have been on a quest to make his dream come true,” Trump said, noting Daniel’s 900-plus honorary law enforcement titles. “The police love him.” Video showed Republicans rising and chanting “D.J.” as Secret Service Director Sean Curran presented credentials, while most Democrats remained seated.

The moment, part of Trump’s over 90-minute speech, highlighted a stark partisan divide. Republicans lauded the gesture, with Rep. Nancy Mace posting on X, “WOW. Welcome to the Secret Service, Agent DJ.” Democrats’ inaction sparked backlash, with earlier disruptions like Rep. Al Green’s ejection for heckling underscoring tensions.