# Kimmel Controversy Takes a Turn, Surprise DeSantis Power Play, Royal Visit | 4/28/26 FIRST LOOK

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Podcast: [The Rubin Report](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-rubin-report-432515)
Published: 2026-04-28T11:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look to the stories you need to know to start your day including how Donald Trump is demanding action against Jimmy Kimmel after a controversial joke about Melania Trump takes on new meaning following the third assassination attempt on Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner; a major political battle intensifying as Ron DeSantis unveils a redistricting plan that could shift control of Congress ahead of 2026; and a high-profile state visit as King Charles arrives in the U.S. amid heightened security concerns and global uncertainty, and much more.

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