Politics

President Donald Trump pauses as he finishes speaking about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

The Party of Chaos—With Paul Heideman The Party of Chaos—With Paul Heideman

Danny and Derek welcome writer Paul Heideman to talk about the shift of the Republican Party from the party of business interests to a fragmented, personality-driven coalition

Apr 14, 2026 / Podcast / Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison

Pope Leo XIV, during his flight to Algeria on April 13, 2026, responds to questions regarding President Donald Trump's recent statements.

Trump’s Deranged, One-Way Feud With Pope Leo Trump’s Deranged, One-Way Feud With Pope Leo

He’s finally met someone he can’t bully.

Apr 13, 2026 / Joan Walsh

Right-wing populist Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reacts as he speaks to voters at an election campaign rally in Szekesfehervar, Hungary, on April 10, 2026, two days before parliamentary elections, in which he suffered a crushing defeat.

Orbán Is a Loser Orbán Is a Loser

Hungary shows how to beat an autocrat at the ballot box.

Apr 13, 2026 / Paul Hockenos

Running on Empty

Running on Empty Running on Empty

Gas prices soar along with death toll in Iran.

Apr 13, 2026 / OppArt / Paul Karasik

Zohran Mamdani speaks during a press conference at the New York Police Department headquarters on April 2, 2026.

Zohran Mamdani Is Wavering on One of His Most Important Campaign Promises Zohran Mamdani Is Wavering on One of His Most Important Campaign Promises

The mayor’s proposed Department of Community Safety could radically challenge police power and advance a socialist vision of security. So why is he retreating from it?

Apr 13, 2026 / Eric Reinhart

Did Wisconsin Just Offer a Glimpse of a Post-Trump Future?

Did Wisconsin Just Offer a Glimpse of a Post-Trump Future? Did Wisconsin Just Offer a Glimpse of a Post-Trump Future?

In this week’s Elie v. US, Elie opines on the meaning of the Wisconsin Supreme court election. Plus: should you be able to claim your dog as a dependent on your tax returns?

Apr 10, 2026 / Elie Mystal

The Quote of the Week

The Quote of the Week The Quote of the Week

Meet the Neandertrumps.

Apr 10, 2026 / Steve Brodner

Wisconsin State Supreme Court Justice-elect Chris Taylor takes a picture with constituents after speaking on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Madison, Wis.

Just How Big Could Democrats Win in 2026? Just How Big Could Democrats Win in 2026?

The results from an important race in Wisconsin this week suggest the Republicans could be in very big trouble.

Apr 10, 2026 / John Nichols

Signage reading “Defend Historic Princeton” across the street from Albert Einstein’s House in Princeton, New Jersey, on March 9, 2026.

In Princeton, a Housing Plan Sparks a Neighborhood War In Princeton, a Housing Plan Sparks a Neighborhood War

What a battle over a mixed-use development in a historic town reveals about liberal America.

Apr 10, 2026 / Sophie Mann-Shafir

An explosion lights up the sky following US-Israeli strikes near Azadi Tower close to Mehrabad International Airport in Tehran on March 7, 2026.

The United States Is Now an Apocalyptic Terror State The United States Is Now an Apocalyptic Terror State

With his genocidal threats against Iran, Trump has shown the world that he is a terrorist—one with a nuclear arsenal.

Apr 10, 2026 / Column / Sasha Abramsky

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