Politics

Bernie Sanders in New York City on April 12, 2026.

Bernie Sanders’s Revolution Bernie Sanders’s Revolution

The senator may be remembered as a bridge between the promise of America and the fulfillment of that promise.

Jun 16, 2026 / Column / Jeet Heer

Bari Weiss talks to other attendees at United Talent Agency’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner.

Is Bari Weiss Winning? Is Bari Weiss Winning?

David Klion on the right-wing pundit destroying CBS.

Jun 16, 2026 / Podcast / Jeet Heer

President Donald Trump gestures next to first lady Melania Trump during UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House.

Trumpism Abroad—With “American Prestige” Trumpism Abroad—With “American Prestige”

Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison join us at Fighting Fascism for a wide-ranging crossover on Trumpism, fascism, Iran, Israel, USAID, and the future of Democratic foreign policy.

Jun 16, 2026 / Matt DaSilva, Aaron Regunberg, and Jonathan Smucker

New Hampshire Representatives Alice Wade and Sam Farrington are on different sides of the Free State debate.

The Next Generation’s Fight Over New Hampshire’s Libertarian Project The Next Generation’s Fight Over New Hampshire’s Libertarian Project

Twenty-five years after libertarians began migrating to New Hampshire to consolidate power, young politicians are deciding whether to embrace their vision—or resist it.

Jun 16, 2026 / StudentNation / Genevieve Morrison

San Francisco Sends Trump a Birthday Message

San Francisco Sends Trump a Birthday Message San Francisco Sends Trump a Birthday Message

We will not forget Epstein.

Jun 15, 2026 / Pamela Alma Weymouth

President Donald Trump stands in the ring after Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria in a lightweight title bout during UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House, Monday, June 15, 2026.

Trump’s Iran Deal Is a Humiliation for Him—and Good News for the World Trump’s Iran Deal Is a Humiliation for Him—and Good News for the World

The negotiations are a stark symbol of the president’s failure. But any deal is better than endless, foolish war.

Jun 15, 2026 / Jeet Heer

Kushner and Trump’s Vile Isle Resort

Kushner and Trump’s Vile Isle Resort Kushner and Trump’s Vile Isle Resort

Surreal estate purchase in Albania.

Jun 15, 2026 / OppArt / Sue Coe

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives for a press conference in Jerusalem on March 19, 2026.

US and Iran Exchange Fire, Pentagon Raises an Israeli Spy Threat, a Jihadist-Rebel Alliance Pressures Mali  US and Iran Exchange Fire, Pentagon Raises an Israeli Spy Threat, a Jihadist-Rebel Alliance Pressures Mali 

The World Cup is upon us, so Danny and Derek are showering visiting players with crocheted NATO flags. 

Jun 15, 2026 / Podcast / Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison

A video screen declaring “VOTE ANDY FOR US” and depicting Andy Burnham adorns the side of a home in Ashton-in-Makerfield, England, on June 10, 2026.

In Britain, an Election That Could Mark the Beginning of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s End In Britain, an Election That Could Mark the Beginning of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s End

Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham is expected to challenge Starmer for leadership of the Labour Party.

Jun 12, 2026 / Stanley Reed

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents run out of Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Center on June 7, 2026.

The Trump Administration Is Addicted to Violence The Trump Administration Is Addicted to Violence

In this week’s Elie v. US, our justice correspondent warns of a potential ICE invasion of New York. Plus: The administration escalates its assault on trans rights.

Jun 12, 2026 / Elie Mystal

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