Iranian negotiators enlist psychologists to tailor diplomatic communications for President Trump —— Iranian negotiators involved in ongoing peace talks with Washington have recently integrated senior psychologists into their diplomatic team to review all communications intended for US President Donald Trump, believing him to be "legitimately mentally ill" and operating in a "mentally incapacitated" state. According to investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill, who cited Iranian sources during a 12 June "Breaking Points" podcast episode, these experts were added to the team a few weeks ago to help navigate what the Iranians describe as a clinical challenge. By developing a psychological profile of the President, the negotiators have begun "catering" their messages—running them past the psychologists before delivery through mediators—to better suit his perceived mental state. Sources indicate this approach, which treats the President essentially as a "patient," has already yielded progress in negotiations. This "clinical diplomacy" comes as Trump faces renewed scrutiny regarding his physical and mental fitness as he approaches his 80th birthday. Recent reports of him dozing off during meetings and exhibiting various physical symptoms have heightened international concerns, leading the Iranian team to adopt this unconventional, medically-informed strategy for their high-stakes diplomatic interactions.

You know those dead-eyed young men of DOGE who wood-chippered USAID without a second thought, leaving millions to die? Cy and I discuss them on the first episode of OMNISHAMBLES. Give it a listen: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

This comparison of Trump—ailing, sunsetting, obsessing over monuments to himself—to the ancient emperor Ozymandias is rendered perfectly. From Virginia Heffernan, on our pod. Check out this exchange: newrepublic.com/article/2102…

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While cross-country skiing this morning, Dr. Karp decided to launch a new program: The Neurodivergent Fellowship. If you find yourself relating to him in this video — unable to sit still, or thinking faster than you can speak — we encourage you to apply. The final round of interviews will be conducted by Dr. Karp personally. Application link coming soon. Thank you and good luck.