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fromIntelligencer
18 hours ago
Right-wing politics

GOP Thinks Its Base Is Enough to Win the Midterms. It's Not.

Republicans are tempted to rely solely on base mobilization for electoral success, ignoring the need for broader voter appeal.
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago
US Elections

Why the GOP's New Midterms Strategy Won't Work

GOP struggles to align with voter priorities, leading to poor approval ratings for Trump.
#dhs-funding
US politics
fromPOLITICO
12 hours ago

Hill Republicans want Trump to solve their internal problems

Frustration grows among Senate Republicans and Trump allies over the House's delay in passing the DHS funding bill amid a partial government shutdown.
SF politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

GOP leaders duke it out over DHS funding

Leaders are working on a modified DHS funding bill to secure House votes while addressing concerns over ICE and Border Patrol funding.
#thomas-massie
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

How Thomas Massie's primary election tests Donald Trump's power

Thomas Massie faces a critical re-election challenge in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District amid President Trump's public opposition.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Can Thomas Massie Survive the Trump Barrage?

Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, faces a primary challenge backed by Trump despite his previous endorsement and desire to work in Trump's administration.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

How Thomas Massie's primary election tests Donald Trump's power

Thomas Massie faces a critical re-election challenge in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District amid President Trump's public opposition.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Can Thomas Massie Survive the Trump Barrage?

Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, faces a primary challenge backed by Trump despite his previous endorsement and desire to work in Trump's administration.
#trump
US politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Trump wants to rebrand ICE to NICE. It's destined to backfire

Renaming ICE to NICE may not improve public perception despite its appealing acronym.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

How Trump Voters Are Reacting to the Economy

President Trump's approval rating on the economy is declining as voters face rising costs and make sacrifices.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 hours ago

Trump Vows No More Mr. Nice Guy' in 4 AM Iran Threat Featuring Image of Himself With Gun

Trump threatens Iran with aggressive rhetoric and an AI-generated image, emphasizing the need for a nonnuclear deal amid rising tensions.
Philosophy
fromThe Atlantic
3 hours ago

Napoleon, Caesar, Alexander the Great-And Trump

Trump sees himself as a historical figure akin to Hegel's 'world-historical individuals' rather than as a peer of Washington or Lincoln.
World politics
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

Trump and Hegseth Are Winning the War Against Their Own Military

Trump is purging military leaders amid a failing war in Iran, scapegoating them for his administration's challenges.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
15 hours ago

Inside the Secret Group Chats Fueling MAGA's Messaging Machine

Trump used an assassination attempt to promote the need for a controversial White House ballroom, claiming it offers unprecedented security.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Trump wants to rebrand ICE to NICE. It's destined to backfire

Renaming ICE to NICE may not improve public perception despite its appealing acronym.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

How Trump Voters Are Reacting to the Economy

President Trump's approval rating on the economy is declining as voters face rising costs and make sacrifices.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
14 hours ago

Those vanity Trump passports are rage baiting you

A limited-edition passport commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence features President Trump's portrait and is available in limited quantities.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Did Mass. GOP make the right choice with Mike Minogue?

Mike Minogue secured the Massachusetts Republican Party's endorsement for governor with 70% of the vote, while Brian Shortsleeve qualified for the primary ballot.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

GOP Senator Hopes Jerome Powell Doesn't Stay On At the Fed: Good Time For Him to Cash In'

Sen. Kevin Cramer urged Jerome Powell to leave the Fed after his term, citing unusual circumstances and political pressures from President Trump.
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

New DHS chief's call for quieter immigration enforcement alarms MAGA base

"What remains is a policy choice: to carry out a program of mass deportation, in keeping with the campaign promise, or not," the report said.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Former MAGA Influencer Says MAGA Response to WHCD Shooting Is Paid' And Coordinated

Ashley St. Clair stated, 'So last week, I told you guys that all of MAGA is paid and they coordinate their messaging in lockstep via group chats.' She emphasized the improbability of many influencers independently arriving at the same conclusion regarding Trump needing a ballroom after the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Social media marketing
#political-violence
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
Left-wing politics

Calling for War Against the President!' Karoline Leavitt Ticks Off Anti-Trump Quotes From Dem Lawmakers

fromLGBTQ Nation
21 hours ago
Right-wing politics

Everything that is wrong with politics is summed up in the recent assassination attempt on Trump - LGBTQ Nation

Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Calling for War Against the President!' Karoline Leavitt Ticks Off Anti-Trump Quotes From Dem Lawmakers

Hateful rhetoric from Democratic lawmakers is blamed for political violence, including a recent shooting incident.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

CNN's Dana Bash Presses Top Dem On Anti-Trump Heat Rhetoric': Do You Think Twice?'

An armed man with anti-Trump rhetoric stormed an event attended by President Trump, raising concerns about political violence and freedom of the press.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
21 hours ago

Everything that is wrong with politics is summed up in the recent assassination attempt on Trump - LGBTQ Nation

Political violence has become more common due to Donald Trump's rhetoric, which has embraced and even encouraged such behavior among his supporters.
Law
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Donald Trump's Pardon Economy

Wealthy offenders can leverage connections for clemency, exemplified by Rod Blagojevich's case and his lobbying efforts post-pardon.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

GOP governor tells rally that kids are using litterboxes in classrooms. The crowd agreed. - LGBTQ Nation

Texas Governor Greg Abbott supports a bill targeting students who allegedly act like animals in schools.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

Trump Allies Call Comey Indictment 'Embarrasing': ABC Report

There is no doubt that this indictment was driven by the president himself. Look, Donald Trump has made it clear for years that he wants to indict Jim Comey.
US politics
#midterm-elections
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

MIDTERM SHOCKER: GOP Tied With Democrats in Latest Stunning House Poll

Republicans and Democrats are tied in the generic congressional ballot, with 50% support each among registered voters.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Historic': Trump Campaign Honcho Makes Stunning Midterm Prediction After Virginia Loss

Republicans may gain seats in the midterms despite redistricting challenges, as Democrats lack a clear vision and policies.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

MIDTERM SHOCKER: GOP Tied With Democrats in Latest Stunning House Poll

Republicans and Democrats are tied in the generic congressional ballot, with 50% support each among registered voters.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Historic': Trump Campaign Honcho Makes Stunning Midterm Prediction After Virginia Loss

Republicans may gain seats in the midterms despite redistricting challenges, as Democrats lack a clear vision and policies.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: A cheat sheet for the California governor debate: Here's what to watch for

Candidates in California's gubernatorial race need to inspire voters and differentiate themselves ahead of the primary election.
#white-house-correspondents-dinner
Washington DC
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How Trump is turning the WHCD attack into a push for his ballroom-and why it's BS

A security breach at the White House Correspondents' Dinner prompted calls for a new ballroom to enhance safety for the president and officials.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How Trump is turning the WHCD attack into a push for his ballroom-and why it's BS

A security breach at the White House Correspondents' Dinner prompted calls for a new ballroom to enhance safety for the president and officials.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Mike Minogue wins GOP endorsement for governor in landslide

Mike Minogue received the Massachusetts Republican party's endorsement for governor, while Brian Shortsleeve qualified for the primary ballot and Mike Kennealy suspended his campaign.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
19 hours ago

Mike Johnson said Republicans are the "grownups" in the room & people have thoughts - LGBTQ Nation

Mike Johnson urges voters to support Republicans in midterms, blaming Democrats for the government shutdown.
US Elections
fromAxios
1 day ago

Elon Musk sits out Thomas Massie's primary

Massie faces a competitive primary challenge, with Trump's influence being a significant factor in the election outcome.
US politics
fromThe Daily Beast
2 days ago

Jaw-Dropping Details of Trump's New 'Deportation' Judges Revealed

The Trump administration has appointed many immigration judges lacking immigration law experience to expedite deportations.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Trump's Gerrymander Gambit Has (Mostly) Failed

Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment allowing Democrats to redraw congressional maps, potentially flipping four U.S. House seats.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Democrats dominate midterm fundraising, but Republicans have a huge cash advantage

Democratic candidates are significantly outraising Republicans in key contests for Congress despite low approval ratings for the national party.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
17 hours ago

Trump approval dips to record low amid Iran war, inflation woes: Poll

Only 22 percent of respondents back Trump's performance on the cost of living. Affordability has been a top issue for US voters, especially amid rising inflation.
US Elections
Austin
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

"We're going to have a tough time": Top GOP official's dire warning spells doom for Tr*mp in the midterms - Queerty

Texas is at risk of shifting political power as Republicans face challenges in upcoming elections.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

GOP Lawmaker Insists Line of Succession' Not Be Allowed At One Event: Could Have All Been Taken Out'

Presidential line of succession should not be at the same event due to security risks, as highlighted by a recent shooting incident.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Conservatives Need to Fight the Legal Monster They Helped Create

The Roman republic did not survive him. The second Trump administration has revealed American Caesarism in nearly full bloom, governing by executive orders and emergency decrees.
Right-wing politics
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

This Is Probably the Best If Mike Pence Has the Courage' Tweet Ever Written

Ben Sasse's heartfelt social media posts about his terminal cancer diagnosis evoke positive emotions and inspire hope amidst difficult circumstances.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

MAGA Senator Has No Interest in Using Taxpayer Money on Trump's Ballroom: We Have $39 Trillion in Debt'

Sen. Rick Scott opposes using taxpayer funds for Trump's ballroom project, advocating for private funding instead.
#tucker-carlson
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Right-wing politics

Is Tucker Carlson eyeing a 2028 presidential run? | Arwa Mahdawi

Tucker Carlson experiences a transformative moment after a supernatural attack and later expresses regret over his support for Donald Trump.
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

Seriously, Tucker Carlson? Come On

Tucker Carlson expresses regret for supporting Trump, acknowledging past mistakes and the consequences of his political endorsements.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Is Tucker Carlson eyeing a 2028 presidential run? | Arwa Mahdawi

Tucker Carlson experiences a transformative moment after a supernatural attack and later expresses regret over his support for Donald Trump.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Ally At Debate Says He and Trump Will Lower Gas Prices' If He Wins CA Governor's Race

Steve Hilton aims to collaborate with Trump to lower gas prices if elected governor of California.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Donald Trump's Spring Cleaning

Donald Trump is dismissing senior officials amid the Iran war, creating an atmosphere of discontent and distraction within his administration.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

US Supreme Court reinstates Republican-favoured Texas electoral map

The US Supreme Court reinstated a Texas electoral map expected to increase Republican representation in Congress, despite concerns over racial discrimination.
#donald-trump
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is the Maga project teetering? Because not even Trump supporters voted for this dysfunction | Moira Donegan

Trump's focus on culture-war issues alienates working-class supporters, impacting his approval ratings and undermining his populist appeal.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

What's Next for the GOP After Trump? Get Ready for 31 Flavors of MAGA.

Donald Trump's influence will significantly shape the political landscape after his departure from the Republican nomination.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

From Mainstream to MAGA in Two Easy Steps

Republican elites have largely abandoned their initial opposition to Trump, aligning with him despite previous concerns about his fitness for office.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

What Trump's Bible stunt says about his complicated history with Christianity

Donald Trump read from the Bible in a livestream event aimed at regaining support from evangelical Christians.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is the Maga project teetering? Because not even Trump supporters voted for this dysfunction | Moira Donegan

Trump's focus on culture-war issues alienates working-class supporters, impacting his approval ratings and undermining his populist appeal.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

What's Next for the GOP After Trump? Get Ready for 31 Flavors of MAGA.

Donald Trump's influence will significantly shape the political landscape after his departure from the Republican nomination.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

From Mainstream to MAGA in Two Easy Steps

Republican elites have largely abandoned their initial opposition to Trump, aligning with him despite previous concerns about his fitness for office.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

GOP Congressman explodes at Democrat who called Trump the "grifter-in-chief": "Get out! Get out!" - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. James Comer confronted Rep. Maxwell Frost for calling Trump a 'grifter-in-chief' during a hearing, contrasting his reaction to other outbursts in Congress.
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Ron DeSantis's Next Campaign: 'Begging' Trump for a Job

President Trump has told confidants that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is 'begging' for a job in Trump's administration - including attorney general - Axios has learned.
SF politics
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

Surprise! The Anti-DEI GOP is Facing a Diversity Problem in the House!

The number of Black Republicans in the House may drop from four to zero due to retirements and redistricting.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

GOP Senator Calls for Nuking Filibuster to Fund DHS After Attempted Trump Killing: Moment of National Danger'

Senator Ron Johnson advocates for eliminating the filibuster to fund the Department of Homeland Security amid national security concerns following an assassination attempt on Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Larry Kudlow Tells Shelley Moore Capito the GOP's Strategy Doesn't Make Any Sense'

Republican funding strategy for immigration enforcement is criticized as ineffective and misaligned with broader budgetary needs.
US Elections
fromAxios
4 days ago

Term-limited Trump mortgages GOP's future

Democrats lead Republicans by 4 points on the economy, marking a significant shift in voter sentiment since 2010.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

SHOCK POLL: 21% of Trump 2024 Voters Support IMPEACHING Him

The survey by Strength in Numbers/Verasight found that 55% of respondents supported impeaching President Trump, with only 37% opposed and 8% unsure, indicating a net +18 support for impeachment.
US politics
#trump-endorsement
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Ben Shapiro Torpedoes Trump Allies With Buyer's Remorse

Ben Shapiro stands by his endorsement of Trump, emphasizing his fulfillment of campaign promises and criticizing those who regret their support.
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Trump looms large over Republican congressional primaries

Trump's endorsement is crucial for Republican candidates, influencing their campaigns and deterring potential defections within the party.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Ben Shapiro Torpedoes Trump Allies With Buyer's Remorse

Ben Shapiro stands by his endorsement of Trump, emphasizing his fulfillment of campaign promises and criticizing those who regret their support.
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Trump looms large over Republican congressional primaries

Trump's endorsement is crucial for Republican candidates, influencing their campaigns and deterring potential defections within the party.
#republicans
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

New Poll Shows Grim Numbers for GOP on Economy

Republicans face declining support on economic issues, with Democrats now preferred for economic management for the first time since 2010.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

The GOP Needs Discipline, Gets Trump's Chaos Instead

Republicans aim to maintain congressional control in 2026, focusing on affordability messaging amidst various distractions and challenges.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

New Poll Shows Grim Numbers for GOP on Economy

Republicans face declining support on economic issues, with Democrats now preferred for economic management for the first time since 2010.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

The GOP Needs Discipline, Gets Trump's Chaos Instead

Republicans aim to maintain congressional control in 2026, focusing on affordability messaging amidst various distractions and challenges.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Christian privilege explains the Trump admin's recent hyper-religious ridiculousness - LGBTQ Nation

Christian references by Trump and allies misuse scripture and exploit Christian privilege in their political actions.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Trump Seems to Be Planning Ahead for Losing the Senate

Democrats are likely to gain control of the House and potentially the Senate in the upcoming midterms.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Trump calls for Republicans to unify around budget reconciliation push

Budget reconciliation allows Republicans to bypass Democratic opposition for immigration funding with a simple majority in the Senate.
US politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

GOP Senator Suggests Trump Should "Finish" Iran With Nuclear Bomb

Senator Roger Marshall suggests extreme measures against Iran if ceasefire negotiations fail.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Vivek Ramaswamy Boasts of Being Early in MAGA Movement to Call to End Aid to Israel

Vivek Ramaswamy defends his controversial positions on immigration and U.S. aid to Israel during a Turning Point USA event at Ohio State University.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

New Poll Shows Trump Losing Big With GOP's Most Loyal Voting Bloc

Trump's approval ratings have significantly declined among key voter demographics, particularly the 18-29 age group, amid economic concerns related to the war in Iran.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

New Poll Spells Doom for the GOP With Key 'Double Hater' Voters

Joe Rogan and Theo Von express confusion over U.S. military actions, highlighting a disconnect in political understanding among the public.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Conservative CPAC crowd cheers when asked if they want to impeach Donald Trump - LGBTQ Nation

Matt Schlapp faced mixed reactions at CPAC regarding impeachment hearings, and attendance was reportedly low due to various factors.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Using Bigotry to Hide an Authoritarian, Christian Nationalist Agenda

Republican leaders evade condemning inflammatory anti-Muslim rhetoric from colleagues, instead deflecting to unsubstantiated concerns about Sharia law implementation in America.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Republicans want Trump focused on affordability, but his mind is on voter suppression | Fortune

"It'll guarantee the midterms," he told Republicans gathered in the ballroom of his golf course just outside Miami on Monday. "If you don't get it, big trouble." Trump insisted that building on strict national voter identification laws, banning mail ballots, and restricting transgender rights would secure Republican electoral success.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Trump to Host Right-Wing Leaders at Summit to Promote His "Donroe Doctrine"

Indeed, regional "divisions" - others might say "alarm" or "outrage" - had intensified during the fall of 2025 following the US's massive military build-up in the Caribbean, its air strikes against alleged drug boats - resulting in scores of extrajudicial killings - and the threats of a US attack on Venezuela.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Is US president Trump more popular than polls suggest?

Donald Trump's approval hovers around 36–37%, with strong majority support among Republicans and minimal support from Democratic voters.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Pushes RINO' Purge With Endorsement Spree Against Republicans Who Opposed His Redistricting Plan

Holdman, for whatever reason, voted against Redistricting in Indiana, in a District that I won by 39 points, which puts the United States Congress in jeopardy. Holdman and his RINO friends made Indiana, a State I love and have been very good to, the only State in the Country that essentially said they don't care about what happens in the United States Congress.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

MAGA Pushing Trump To Declare Election 'National Emergency'

Trump's draft executive order would declare a national emergency to impose voter ID requirements, ban most mail-in voting, and restrict voting machines, citing alleged foreign interference in elections.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump suggests Republicans should take over' elections to protect the party

Donald Trump urged Republican state officials to nationalize elections in 15 states to block undocumented immigrants from voting and to protect GOP control.
US politics
fromBBC
2 months ago

Americast - Can Trump really save the midterms for the Republicans? - BBC Sounds

Republicans face a critical midterm fight to retain both congressional chambers as Trump leads intense Iowa campaigning to boost turnout despite economic and immigration concerns.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Lashes Out at WORST Republican' in Bid to Nudge Kentucky Primary: Will Hopefully Lose BIG'

I predict that Representative Thomas Massie will go down as the WORST Republican Congressman in the long and fabled history of the United States Congress, even worse than Crazy Liz Chaney, Cryin' Adam Kinzinger, and Marjorie Traitor Brown (Remember, Green turns to Brown under stress!). They are all misfits and losers, but Massie, who is running against a great American Patriot in the Kentucky Primary, will hopefully lose BIG.
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