The Bulletin

• Dolphins appear next to SpaceX pod: A pod of dolphins could be seen swimming around NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams after they safely returned to Earth on Tuesday. Watch it here.

• Trump-Putin call: President Trump entered his call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin with high hopes, but the outcome appeared to fall short of what the U.S. had sought. Here's what they discussed. Moreover, Germany's defense minister Boris Pistorius dismissed the call, calling it a flop.

• What is Dogequest? A website known as "Dogequest" has allegedly published personal details of Tesla owners across the United States, sparking concerns over privacy and security. Here's what to know.

• Trump suffers multiple legal blows: One federal judge indefinitely blocked his ban on transgender service members, while another ruled that the dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development was likely unconstitutional. Know more.

• Taiwanese F-16V targets Chinese drone: Taiwanese F-16V fighter jet, supplied by its security partner the United States, has put a Chinese military drone in its gunsight over the contested waters around the self-ruled island. Here's more on it.

• Musk shocked by hatred against him: Elon Musk has said that he has been "shocked" by the rise in vandalism and destruction of Tesla vehicles, which has coincided with his increased political activity in the Trump administration. Read his full remarks.

• Jackie Robinson's Army history removed: An article about baseball legend Jackie Robinson's time in the Army has been removed from the Department of Defense's website. Read more.

The rundown: The creator behind the proposal to issue $5,000 'DOGE dividend' checks to American taxpayers has told Newsweek that legislation is "coming very soon." Here's what else he said.

Why it matters: James Fishback, CEO of Azoria investment firm, revealed ongoing discussions with lawmakers and expressed optimism that a formal bill will be introduced shortly. The proposal outlines that 20 percent of the savings generated by DOGE would be returned to taxpayers through stimulus checks. According to the DOGE website, with current savings of $115 billion, American taxpayers would only receive approximately $142 if it was distributed today. While current savings would only provide $142 per taxpayer, supporters argue future savings could reach $2 trillion, allowing for $5,000 checks. The concept has received some pushback from GOP lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

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DOGE Stimulus Check Update: Creator Clarifies 'Social Security' Eligibility

TL/DR: Around 79 million American households could receive these payments, with the initiative aiming to encourage the public to report inefficiencies and further increase savings.

What happens now? It remains uncertain whether Fishback's proposal will be introduced as a bill in Congress. Although the DOGE Dividend plan has gained backing from figures like Trump and Musk, it is still in the proposal stage. Implementing the plan would require further legislative approval, with the earliest potential payouts expected in the summer of 2026.

Deeper reading Exclusive: DOGE Stimulus Check Creator Reveals Bill Is 'Coming Soon'

The rundown: The Trump administration released the remaining files related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday. Read the new documents here.

Why it matters: President Trump has long pledged to declassify the remaining JFK files, which refers to a trove of thousands of government documents related to Kennedy's assassination in Dallas, Texas, on November 22, 1963. Pursuant to Trump's order, the U.S. Department of Justice put out the rest of the files, which were posted to the National Archives and Record Administration's website Tuesday evening. The files consist of investigative reports, memos, communications and other documents related to the government's investigation into the president's death. Biden's press secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, said in July 2023 that 99 percent of records associated with Kennedy's assassination were available for public consumption via NARA.

Read more in-depth coverage:
JFK Files Released: What They Say About Kennedy's Assassination

TL/DR: During his first presidential term, Trump authorized the release of tens of thousands of documents related to Kennedy's assassination.

What happens now? Given the historical significance of the event, these documents may prompt further discussions and debates about the circumstances surrounding Kennedy's death.

Deeper reading JFK Files Released by Trump Administration: Read New Documents

The rundown: The Lake Clarke Gardens condominiums in Lake Worth, Florida, are among many places across the Sunshine State selling Americans the much-coveted dream of retiring in a place in the sun. But not anymore. Find out why.

Why it matters: Across South Florida, the market for aging condos is struggling, with many owners unable to meet increased fees or sell their properties. Back in 2017, Diego C.'s mother purchased a condo unit in Lake Clarke Gardens, where she planned to one day spend her retirement. But last year, her dream was suddenly shuttered when new building regulations came into effect requiring aging condos in Florida to undergo regular inspections and owners to have enough funds to shoulder necessary repairs and maintenance. These changes stem from legislation passed after the 2021 Champlain Towers South collapse, which now mandates costly inspections and reserve funding for condo associations.

Read more in-depth coverage:
Florida Housing Market May Be Shifting: 'Add Gas To the Fire'

TL/DR: Over the past few months, condo listings have shot up in the region as owners fear being unable to meet rising fees, flooding the market with inventory that is struggling to find interested buyers.

What happens now? Both residents and lawmakers in Florida have called for changes to be made to the new legislation to help struggling condo owners. There has been a lot of discussion around how the Florida legislature can help condos with the current transition, and the new legislative session has kicked off with a few bills seeking to provide clarity and uniformity to reserve requirements, funding, inspections and repairs.

Deeper reading The End of the South Florida Dream

The rundown: Russian billionaire Vladimir Potanin has said he wants to ramp up exploration of rare earth reserves in Russia and Russian-occupied Ukraine, hinting that "foreign partners" may be brought into the fold amid the Trump-drive thaw. Find out more.

Why it matters: Rare earths and other critical metals needed for high-tech industries have been a focus for Trump as he tries to counter China's dominance in the sector. Potanin, who owns the metallurgical giant Norilsk Nickel (Nornickel) and like most oligarchs in Russia, has close links with President Vladimir Putin, said there are many resources in Russia which remain unexplored. He said reserves in Russia and eastern Ukraine partly occupied by Moscow have been poorly studied. Many geological studies of the potential of such minerals in these areas had been lost after the collapse of the Soviet Union and this knowledge needed to be restored, he added.

Read more in-depth coverage:
Map Reveals Where World's Rare Earth Minerals Are Located

TL/DR: The Trump administration has presented its quest for rare earths in Ukraine as a way to make up for the price tag Washington has faced for its military support for Kyiv against Russian aggression.

What happens now? The Trump administration will focus on rare earths in Ukraine but whether there can be a deal done with Russia on the same resources will become clearer following the contact between Trump and Putin.

Deeper reading Putin Allies Woo Trump with Rare Earth Mineral Deposits

The rundown: Gen Z is set to become the largest and richest generation in the world over the next 10 years, according to a new report by Bank of America which found that those born between 1997 and 2012 are expected to amass over $74 trillion in income by 2040. See what the report reveals.

Why it matters: After years of COVID-19 lockdowns and economic turmoil, Gen Zers are now facing an increasingly difficult labor market. According to the Bank of America, the number of Gen Z households receiving unemployment grew nearly 32 percent in February compared to a year earlier. However, Gen Z's higher education levels will eventually lead them to higher employment and better-paid jobs, among those who are employed, Gen Z already has a much higher wage growth than any other generation. Researchers found that wage growth for Gen Z was up nearly 8 percent in February compared to a year earlier—the most among all generations and about twice as high as the overall median.

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Gen Z Saving More of Their Money Than Any Other Generation

TL/DR: It will be a massive change for a generation that has been struggling with high unemployment, low hiring, and the higher cost of living in recent years and which has been widely forced to set aside the dream of homeownership.

What happens now? Gen Z is also likely to benefit enormously from the so-called Great Wealth Transfer that is expected to unfold in the coming years as Baby Boomers pass on their savings and assets to their children and grandchildren. However, an economic downturn is likely to hurt Americans—including Gen Z—in the short term, leading to more layoffs and higher unemployment.

Deeper reading Gen Z To Become Richest Generation By 2035: Report