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fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

There's a Single Objective Behind Everything Donald Trump Does. It's a Problem for Democrats-and an Opportunity.

fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

There's a Single Objective Behind Everything Donald Trump Does. It's a Problem for Democrats-and an Opportunity.

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump is targeting sanctuary cities to settle political scores and potentially arrest his opponents

The Trump administration threatens local governments over immigration compliance.
#redistricting
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

California GOP Congressman Sweating Being Able to Keep His Own Seat Files Bill to Block Mid-Decade Redistricting

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

California GOP Congressman Sweating Being Able to Keep His Own Seat Files Bill to Block Mid-Decade Redistricting

#trump
fromemptywheel
2 days ago
US politics

No Bill: As a Substitute for His Low-Energy Parade, Trump's DC Occupation Is Thus Far a Foot-Long Short - emptywheel

fromemptywheel
2 days ago
US politics

No Bill: As a Substitute for His Low-Energy Parade, Trump's DC Occupation Is Thus Far a Foot-Long Short - emptywheel

#donald-trump
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump, Cornered on Epstein Files, Invents Personal Connection to the Unabomber

Trump refuses to release Epstein documents, infuriating supporters; labels them fools while claiming success.
#gerrymandering
fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

"It's existential now": House Democrats prepare to go scorched earth on redistricting

fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

"It's existential now": House Democrats prepare to go scorched earth on redistricting

fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'Like starting all over again' - Fine Gael scrambles to regroup after shock departure of Mairead McGuinness from presidential race

Fine Gael reassesses strategies for presidential contest after candidate Mairead McGuinness withdraws.
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: Can Cuomo rebound after crushing primary defeat with reboot focused on hitting the streets and slick social media videos?

fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

NYC Mayor's Race: Can Cuomo rebound after crushing primary defeat with reboot focused on hitting the streets and slick social media videos?

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Maggie Haberman Calls BS on Trump for Declaring Emergencies to Grab Power

"Maggie Haberman indicated that President Trump often declares national emergencies without legitimate evidence, suggesting it's a strategy to expand his powers."
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

After mass arrests, what happens next with Palestine Action ban?

522 protesters arrested after demonstration supporting Palestine Action, a group banned as a terrorist organization in the UK.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump Gets a Bizarre Free Pass on Vaccines from His Anti-Vax Base

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. halted over $500 million in mRNA vaccine research as Trump's Health Secretary, appealing to anti-vaccine sentiments within MAGA.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

JD Vance's attempt to blame Democrats

Vance's comments appeared to blame Democrats for the Epstein scandal, claiming they did nothing during Biden's presidency, sparking renewed outrage and calls to release the Epstein files.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Mapped: Where 16 and 17-year-olds could sway the vote in next general election

Labour's plan to lower the voting age to 16 may backfire, benefiting Reform UK and Jeremy Corbyn's new party instead.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Trump Can't Stop Blabbing About Jeffrey Epstein

Trump's statements about the Epstein-Maxwell scandal complicate his administration's strategy to downplay the issue.
fromAxios
1 week ago

Scoop: Trump Cabinet fans across the U.S. to push his megabill

Majority of voters oppose the package, seeing it as favorable to the wealthy and harmful to low-income individuals.
US politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

Kamala Harris using DNC to help sell her new book

The DNC's handling of potential candidates' books, especially related to fundraising efforts, remains a contentious issue.
fromPeople.com
1 week ago

Donald Trump and Andrew Cuomo Secretly Talked on the Phone as Trump Weighs Endorsement in N.Y.C. Mayoral Race: Report

Trump is researching the New York City mayoral election to identify candidates against Zohran Mamdani.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

NYC Mayor's Race: Eric Adams again denied public campaign funds as board has reason to believe' laws were broken | amNewYork

The Campaign Finance Board on Wednesday voted to deny Mayor Eric Adams public matching funds for his reelection bid, citing failure to provide requested information and potential law violations.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Walters: With Harris out, who emerges as frontrunner in governor's race?

Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor, allowing other candidates to advance in a crowded race.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on asylum myths: when truth loses, scapegoating takes over Britain's migrant debate | Editorial

Migration numbers in Britain are weaponized and misinterpreted, creating a societal divide fueled by misinformation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Texas Dems Slammed For Fleeing to One of the Most Corrupt Gerrymandered States' to Avoid Gerrymandering Vote

Texas Democrats fled to Chicago to avoid a House vote on gerrymandering efforts by the GOP, aiming to protect voting rights.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Litigating The President's Ability To Impose Tariffs - Above the Law

Trump imposes tariffs as a political tool relating to foreign policy issues.
US politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

"No piecemeal deals": Witkoff tells hostage families Trump wants full Gaza agreement

Witkoff aims for success in negotiations to secure the release of all hostages simultaneously, emphasizing the inadequacy of piecemeal deals.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Michael D Higgins's sermons on the mount proved limitations of the Aras

The next president will likely adopt a more political approach seen in the current office-holder.
#kemi-badenoch
US politics
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

California's Congressional Democrats Take Another Shot at Expanding Path to Green Card | KQED

Proposed immigration bill aims to improve the system without additional bureaucracy, drawing parallels to Reagan's approach.
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Nelk Boys Step Into It

The podcast election may have helped forge a direct connection between Trump and young non-news-consuming men, impacting their political alignment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Why Trump's political playbook is failing in the Epstein case | Jan-Werner Muller

Trump's legal tactics reveal a strategy centered around counter-attacks and managing political narratives.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Why Angela Rayner's comments on summer riots are part of a power play

Angela Rayner has given a major TV interview three times asserting she does not want to be prime minister, but her rejections have been met with skepticism. The intervention during the final cabinet meeting before summer recess highlighted a summer of riots linked to economic struggles and migration control failures.
UK news
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

The DNC Chooses a Cover-up Instead of Investigating One

The DNC plans to avoid addressing Biden and Harris's decisions during the 2024 election autopsy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

James Cleverly to return as Kemi Badenoch reshuffles Tory frontbench

Cleverly returns to the Conservative frontbench under Badenoch's reshuffle to strengthen party unity and focus on policies against Labour.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Britain told US that invading Iraq could cost Blair his premiership, papers reveal

Invading Iraq without UN backing posed a serious risk to Tony Blair's leadership.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Are non-voters the key to Democrats winning in 2028? | Alex Bronzini-Vender

Many disenchanted Americans have withdrawn from politics, despite leaning Democratic, creating a challenge for mobilizing non-voters.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 weeks ago

Inside Trump's Unsuccessful Attempt to End the Epstein News

Trump's team considered but ultimately rejected strategies to address Epstein-related turmoil.
#labour-party
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

You may not know it, but the Democratic primaries for 2028 are already under way | Osita Nwanevu

Every American presidential campaign is many years in the making, and the state of the 2028 Democratic primary race is already gearing up with numerous contenders, including Kamala Harris and others perceived as moderates and progressives.
US politics
Canada news
fromFortune
1 month ago

Mark Carney has been dubbed the 'Trump whisperer': His ability to shift the dynamic from confrontational to collaborative is a lesson for all leaders

Mark Carney's respectful yet assertive approach has effectively navigated Canada's political and trade challenges with the U.S.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Harper: What Congress needs to know about DEI but doesn't want to hear

The hearing spent under five minutes on health care and finance, instead prioritizing an anti-DEI agenda, illustrating the GOP's focus on political aims over substantive discussion.
US politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 month ago

OPINION: Bayrou's budget has infuriated everyone and may force France into fresh elections

Francois Bayrou proposed extensive budget cuts, freezing public spending and abolishing holidays, facing significant opposition and low popularity.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Stacey Abrams warns of autocracy and voter suppression, doesn't rule out another run

Stacey Abrams is focused on issues beyond running for office, emphasizing the importance of combating voter suppression and exploring technology's ethical implications.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Action must follow Trump's 'remarkable shift' on Russia, says Sen. Richard Blumenthal

Trump's evolving stance on Russia necessitates action and significant punitive measures against Moscow.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Mark Cuban says Elon Musk's new political party is 'really smart' in a key way

Elon Musk's America Party strategically targets specific congressional races to disrupt the current political stalemate. Mark Cuban sees potential benefits in this approach.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Dinesh D'Souza Tells Viewers It's Time to Move On' From Epstein: They Have Closed the Case'

Focus should shift from investigating Jeffrey Epstein to supporting Donald Trump's political agenda.
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Democrats Don't Need Big Beautiful Calamity to Win the Midterms

Republicans delayed work requirements until 2027 and financing changes until 2028. They also frontloaded their One Big Beautiful Bill Act with tax breaks that voters are likely to see sooner.
US politics
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 month ago

Buffoonery as a Political Strategy

Examples of buffoonery, such as the Proud Boys' absurd rituals and Trump's bizarre press conferences, suggest that this behavior can serve as a political strategy to appear less threatening.
Philosophy
fromCounterPunch.org
1 month ago

Socialism Is Good Politics

Zohran Mamdani's victory signals a significant trend of success for left-wing candidates through robust grassroots engagement and clear political commitments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Netanyahu is playing Trump with his ridiculous Nobel peace prize nomination | Mohamad Bazzi

Netanyahu nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, revealing a strategy that exploits Trump's need for flattery while prolonging Israel's war on Gaza and ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
US politics
fromBloomberglaw
1 month ago

Big Law Left in Political Wilderness After One Too Many Losses

Big Law once played a pivotal role in political funding, backing centrist candidates like Kamala Harris and Andrew Cuomo, but has faced significant setbacks after their defeats.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: Newsom's trip removes any doubts about his presidential ambitions

Gavin Newsom is actively positioning himself for a potential presidential run in 2028.
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Expecting Legislators to Lead the Resistance Is a Category Error - emptywheel

Americans have at least three tools to resist fascism: legal, legislative, and via political movement. A great many people have conflated legislative opposition with movement opposition.
US politics
Germany politics
fromSpiegel
4 months ago

Right Wing Report: How Germany's AfD Intends to Boost Its Influence

The AfD is asserting significant political influence in the Bundestag, with clear financial backing and a strategy focused on amplifying its presence.
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