Disinformation

Elon Musk, Republican presidential nominee former president Donald Trump and his running mate, Senator JD Vance, talk to reporters back stage during a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds on October 5, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania.

JD Vance Is the Future of MAGA JD Vance Is the Future of MAGA

Even before votes were cast, the mantle of election denial passed from Donald Trump to to his running mate.

Nov 6, 2024 / Chris Lehmann

Meteorologist John Morales chokes up as he warns viewers in Florida about the danger of Hurricane Milton on October 7, 2024.

How Weathercasters Became the Newest Targets of Conspiracy Theorists How Weathercasters Became the Newest Targets of Conspiracy Theorists

Weather forecasters used to be some of the most trusted people in the news business. Then they began speaking openly about climate change.

Oct 28, 2024 / Mark Hertsgaard

Donald Trump arrives at a rally in Chesapeake, Virginia, on June 28.

The Grand Old Party of Liars The Grand Old Party of Liars

Republicans aren’t even trying anymore, as they cover for their dear leader, Donald Trump.

Jul 3, 2024 / John Nichols for The Nation

Robert Malley, Biden administration special envoy for Iran, testifies about the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action during a hearing of the Senate Foreign Relations on Capitol Hill on May 25, 2022.

Disinformation and Deception in Tehran and Washington Disinformation and Deception in Tehran and Washington

A series of articles allege that some high-profile Western analysts and aides are working for the Iranian government. Are they spies? Or is someone trying to sabotage their work?

Oct 19, 2023 / Nicolas Niarchos

An Israeli solider rides toward the border with the Gaza Strip on October 16, 2023.

We Must Not Let the Truth Become a Casualty of This War We Must Not Let the Truth Become a Casualty of This War

Now more than ever, it’s crucial that we talk about what is actually happening in Gaza and Israel, not about unverified rumors.

Oct 16, 2023 / Musa al-Gharbi

How Stan Lee Became the Face of an Exploitative Industry

How Stan Lee Became the Face of an Exploitative Industry How Stan Lee Became the Face of an Exploitative Industry

The Marvel editor became a Hollywood icon by claiming credit for other people’s creations.

Jul 28, 2023 / Jeet Heer

Republican Presidential Candidates Speak At The Moms For Liberty Summit

Donald Trump Goes Apocalyptic Donald Trump Goes Apocalyptic

Confronted with a long-overdue legal reckoning, the former president's rhetoric has only gotten more extreme.

Jul 11, 2023 / Chris Lehmann

Black and white photo of pallbearers carrying the coffin of Robert Kennedy

The Other Kennedy Curse The Other Kennedy Curse

Kennedy family mythology is bad history, bad politics—and perhaps as unfair to the living Kennedys as to anyone else.

Jul 11, 2023 / Column / Jeet Heer

Former president Donald Trump speaks at his Mar-a-Lago estate on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.

The Suits at CNN Have Always Loved Trump The Suits at CNN Have Always Loved Trump

Despite a recent fake public fight, the network is happy to continue profiting from promoting Trump.

May 12, 2023 / Jeet Heer

Tucker Carlson

Exit Tucker Carlson Exit Tucker Carlson

May 2, 2023 / Column / Calvin Trillin

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