A Deceptive Picture of Prosperity A Deceptive Picture of Prosperity
Trump promised growth. He delivered fracture.
Sep 2, 2026 / OppArt / Felipe Galindo
Trump Can’t Stop the Populist Uprising Against Data Centers Trump Can’t Stop the Populist Uprising Against Data Centers
The grassroots revolt against AI oligarchs is reviving a more than a century-old fight against robber barons and their attempts to seize land, water, and political power.
Sep 2, 2026 / Chris Lehmann
Dying in ICE Detention Dying in ICE Detention
Women’s protest march at the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington, DC, on August 5, 2026.
Sep 1, 2026 / OppArt / Gianluca Costantini
Yes, the Democrats Have a Real Shot at the Senate This Time Yes, the Democrats Have a Real Shot at the Senate This Time
The historic political failures of the GOP have even created openings in reliably red states.
Sep 1, 2026 / David Faris
While Losing a Real War, Pete Hegseth Is Building a Troll Army While Losing a Real War, Pete Hegseth Is Building a Troll Army
The defense secretary is more comfortable around influencers than with seasoned generals.
Aug 31, 2026 / Jeet Heer
The USS “Lincoln” Is Part of a Long History of Naval Mistreatment The USS “Lincoln” Is Part of a Long History of Naval Mistreatment
The ship has been out to sea for the longest stretch of time without a port call in modern history. Effects on physical and mental health are dire.
Aug 31, 2026 / Jasper Craven
State of Shock State of Shock
Todd Blanche confirmed and ICE spends $20 million on taser gloves.
Aug 31, 2026 / OppArt / Ivan Ehlers
The Lesson of META’s Defeat? Release the Tort Lawyers! The Lesson of META’s Defeat? Release the Tort Lawyers!
In this week’s Elie v. U.S., our justice correspondent explains why tort lawyers are our next, best regulatory hope. Plus, the other legend who died this week.
Aug 28, 2026 / Elie Mystal
How Many Fascist Cronies Can One Republican Have? How Many Fascist Cronies Can One Republican Have?
Georgia Senate candidate Mike Collins seems determined to answer that question.
Aug 28, 2026 / Jeet Heer