Trump’s “Warrior Dividend” Might Be His Scariest Idea Yet Trump’s “Warrior Dividend” Might Be His Scariest Idea Yet
This week’s “Elie v. US” explores the authoritarian threat beneath Trump’s bonuses for military families. Plus, a case for getting rid of the Second Amendment.
Dec 19, 2025 / Elie Mystal
HUD Is Refusing to Enforce Anti-Discrimination Law—and Won’t Let Anyone Else Do It, Either HUD Is Refusing to Enforce Anti-Discrimination Law—and Won’t Let Anyone Else Do It, Either
The initial chaos of layoffs has been followed by a concerted effort by the Trump administration to halt the enforcement of the Fair Housing Act.
Dec 19, 2025 / Bryce Covert
Chile at the Crossroads Chile at the Crossroads
A dramatic shift to the extreme right threatens the future—and past—for human rights and accountability.
Dec 19, 2025 / Peter Kornbluh
Unleashing AI Unleashing AI
Ignoring the dangers, tech companies race forward.
Dec 19, 2025 / OppArt / Peter Kuper
Why Epstein’s Links to the CIA Are So Important Why Epstein’s Links to the CIA Are So Important
We won’t know the full truth about his crimes until the extent of his ties to US intelligence are clear.
How the Border Patrol Moved Inland—and Created a Police State How the Border Patrol Moved Inland—and Created a Police State
In 1994, the writer Leslie Marmon Silko wrote a piece for The Nation warning of a frightening new immigration regime.
Dec 19, 2025 / Richard Kreitner
Rob Reiner, Bari Weiss, and the Shifting Politics of Hollywood Rob Reiner, Bari Weiss, and the Shifting Politics of Hollywood
Weiss’s ascent reveals the extent to which Hollywood, once a Democratic stronghold, has defected for a politics that puts the concerns and egos of wealthy people first.
Dec 19, 2025 / Joan Walsh
Brad Lander on What It Takes to Win as a Progressive Brad Lander on What It Takes to Win as a Progressive
The outgoing New York City comptroller discusses governing on the left, his run for Congress, and why housing and affordability should define the next Democratic fight.
Dec 19, 2025 / Q&A / Bhaskar Sunkara
The Public Health Heroes of 2025 The Public Health Heroes of 2025
The Trump administration wants to destroy our health infrastructure. These warriors aren't letting that happen without a fight.
Dec 19, 2025 / Gregg Gonsalves