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Gavin Newsom claims Trump ordered DOJ probe targeting him and his wife

California Gov. Gavin Newsom alleged President Donald Trump directed the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom.

"They Hate Australia": The Activists Behind the Gaza Flotilla and the Radical Left's Antizionist Turn | Quillette Cetera Ep. 65

Hava Mendelle — army veteran, nurse, and co-founder of Minority Impact — speaks with Zoe Sankey about antisemitism in Australia, the red-green alliance, October 7th, and why she left the activist left behind.

UK Government Has PsyOps Team to Gaslight Citizens About Migrant Crime

Alabama’s Senate Primary Runoff Again Tests Trump’s Hold on G.O.P.

Representative Barry Moore, an early backer of the president during his first campaign, faces Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL tapping into the excitement for outsiders.

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Trump hosts UFC fights on White House lawn

The South Lawn event was meant to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary and the president's 80th birthday.

Graham Platner Is an Insult to the Working Class

Platner ‘is not what you’re intrinsically like if you’re working class. It’s not what you’re intrinsically like if you’re a veteran or if you saw action in combat.’

BREAKING: Iran, Trump Announce Deal … For Now

Starmer's Doing a Little Street Sweeping While All Eyes on Northern Ireland

Claire's Weekly Letter: Spirals of Silence

Who Will Lead Dems in 2028? Watch the Two GA Senators

Democrats are approaching what could be their most wide-open presidential primary in decades, but I'd venture a confident prediction today: one of the two Georgia senators will be on the party's ticket in 2028.

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Encouraging Signs as Young People Are Returning to Church

A Gallup poll finds 42% of young men now say religion is very important in their lives, the highest in a quarter century and up 14% since 2023.

Before We Forget: What Trump Did Right

President Trump's first year and a half of his second term has been nothing if not controversial. After winning decisively in 2024, he has seen his popularity drop sharply.

Trump sought to break Iran’s regime. He settled for reopening Hormuz.

The emerging agreement ends a costly war but leaves Iran’s leadership intact and its nuclear future still subject to negotiation.

FBI raids Soros-backed voter group’s headquarters in reported fraud probe

FBI agents reportedly raided Ohio Organizing Collaborative headquarters as part of a federal fraud investigation into the liberal voter mobilization group.

'Israel Controls the US' Narrative Just Blew Up, but It Won't Matter to the Trolls

Colbert and Cancellation

The #CancelColbert saga in 2014 established the paradigm for countless hashtag controversies that followed.

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Supreme Court Declines to Revive Former Trump Adviser’s Lawsuit Against James Comey

The Justice Department in April agreed to pay Mr. Page, a former adviser to President Trump’s 2016 campaign, $1.25 million to settle other claims.

Natural Right and History: The Question of Strauss and the Postliberals

Whether you love or hate Leo Strauss, his ideas are shaping the future of the Right.

Noah Rothman Is Wrong About Everything . . .

Talking to Noah about his sesquipedalianism, left-wing violence, using his book as a refutational reference, and if he’s Ben Shapiro’s older brother.

A Chance To Forge a Lasting Peace

President Trump is giving peace a chance in the Persian Gulf, and for Iran's leadership this is literally a matter of life or death. If Iran had continued to fight, one of two things would have happened. Either the war would have resumed its origi…

The Fights on the Right: The New Issue of NR Is Out

Ramesh Ponnuru on where ‘freedom conservatives’ and ‘national conservatives’ can, and can’t, find common ground. Plus, a rare treat: new fiction by Cynthia Ozick.

The White House UFC fights showed us the America we needed to see

The UFC extravaganza at the White House was not a celebration of a sport, it was a celebration of slop. We have always been a violent country, but have we always been such a shameless one?

How America's Authoritarians Operate With Impunity

If Democrats won't ensure accountability, Americans should look to the example of Argentina's escraches

The Axe Files with David Axelrod

Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics.

Hillary Clinton's White House UFC jab backfires after critics point out what her husband did in 'our house'

Hillary Clinton's criticism of Trump's White House UFC event sparked conservative backlash invoking Bill Clinton scandals and alleged White House damage.

Margins of Error

Look closely at almost anything and you'll find data—lots of it. But what are those numbers really saying about who we are and what we believe? Harry Enten is on a mission to find out.

The Look of Patriotism at Trump’s UFC Fight

From the athletes to the Octagon Girls, the Freedom 250 Flag Day event was a fashion show in red, white and blue.

Meet the woman steering Biden's bipartisan winning streak on Capitol Hill

The Biden administration managed to rack up a long list of major legislative wins in its first two years despite facing one of the most closely-divided Congresses in history. From bipartisan action on infrastructure, gun safety and same-sex marria…

Tulsi Gabbard: Yes, There Were US Funded Biolabs in Ukraine

Chaotic car chase ends with ICE nabbing alleged foreign terrorist leader accused of holding wife captive

ICE arrested an alleged leader of two foreign terrorist organizations in North Carolina after a vehicle pursuit and crash as he allegedly fled to Mexico.

Trump Gives Iran a Lifeline and Calls It Peace

Don't break out the ticker tape just yet.

Can the Normal Democratic Process Lead to Deficit Reduction?

When enough voters feel more pain from deficit increases than from deficit reduction, more politicians will try to stop the deficit from increasing.

Count Me As Skeptical About MOU

WATCH: Shane Gillis rejects UFC fighter’s crude Michelle Obama jab after White House win

Comedian Shane Gillis criticized UFC fighter Josh Hokit's Michelle Obama joke at the White House UFC event, telling reporters he "didn't like" the comment.

U.S. and Iran Sign a Framework Deal, Leaving Major Issues for Future Talks

U.S. and Iranian officials said the deal included a 60-day cease-fire to pave the way for negotiations toward a final peace agreement and talks on Iran’s nuclear program.

Trump Winds Down the War He Started With Goals Unmet

While the president says the agreement with Iran would open the Strait of Hormuz and provide economic relief, the country’s nuclear program is still a subject for negotiation.

Trump Kills Alleged Leader of Tren de Aragua

There is no obvious justification in American law for the use of lethal military force against an indicted drug trafficker.

Three Cheers for Elon Musk — and America

You can count me out of the envy and resentment.

Deal to Reopen Hormuz Kicks Off Long Effort to Ease Energy Crisis

The pace of the recovery will depend on how confident companies are that the deal between the United States and Iran will hold and be extended.

Trump, Sanders Agree? Let's Own AI!

One's a narcissist, the other's a socialist, but there's room for all in this improbable coming together.

Kennedy Seeks to Expedite Appeal of Ruling That Blocked His Vaccine Policies

The health secretary is trying to restart the work of a panel that advises the government on vaccines, after a judge froze its decisions and prevented it from meeting.

The Destructivists

When the appetite for moral reform becomes an appetite for destruction.

Algae Is Turning the Reflecting Pool Green. Again.

Algal blooms have hit the site, between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument, after a $14.2 million repair project.

Left-wing distraction of Trump's UFC event falls flat as bitter celebrities mocked online

Celebrities including Bette Midler and Robert De Niro faced widespread online mockery for their anti-Trump concert meant to counter-program his UFC event.

US won't move troops despite 'signed' Iran deal, as doubts linger over Tehran's next move

Trump administration maintains roughly 50,000 troops in the Middle East during 60-day Iran negotiation period despite signing new agreement with Iran.

The fine print of the Respect for Marriage Act

Let's start with the positive: Republicans and Democrats are coming together to protect same-sex marriage from the Supreme Court.

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Everything you need to know about Biden's student loan forgiveness program

President Joe Biden's federal student loan forgiveness program, which promises to deliver up to $20,000 of debt relief for millions of borrowers, is on hold indefinitely as legal challenges work their way through the courts.

M.O.U. Knowns...And A Lot More Unknowns

Why the Enlightenment Matters

Iona Italia talks to lawyer and historian Adam Wakeling about the enduring importance of Enlightenment values and how to defend them today.

CNN Political Briefing

The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by David Chalian.

Reporter's Notebook: Lawmakers scramble as FISA fight comes at the worst possible time

FISA Section 702 expired amid heightened terrorism fears, World Cup security concerns, and political disputes over Bill Pulte's role as acting DNI.

Claire's Weekly Letter: Antifragility in Ukraine

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Democrats have a one-word defense for supporting Graham Platner: Trump

Platner’s backers in Maine say with Trump in office and Senate control on the line, the bar is low and the stakes are high: “Purity politics don’t get us anywhere.”

Patriotism Should Not Be Another Partisan Costume

The decline of patriotic sentiments on the left should be seen as a problem, not just an opportunity for Republicans to make hay.

The notable legal clouds that continue to hang over Donald Trump

All eyes are on former President Donald Trump, who has launched another White House bid.

BREAKING: Supreme Court Takes Case on How Long Criminal Aliens May Be Detained

The Supreme Court this morning granted certiorari to hear Genalo v. Black.

Pathology and Politics

British author Josh Ireland’s new book about the murder of Leon Trotsky tells the gripping story of a rivalry between two very different men.

GOP Saved by Democrats' Vanity Projects--Again?

The Democrats promised to focus on affordability in November-for two days.

Inside the Trump administration’s rapid rollback of gun regulations

There’s been win after win for the nation’s most ardent gun rights groups, but backers of tighter limits say the push could endanger the public.

A Trend Continues Creeping Forward: Peru Looks to Be Breaking Right

An Electoral Reckoning at Last?

Benjamin Netanyahu’s unprecedented tenure as Israeli prime minister may be about to end.

Lawmakers Warn Trump Officials Not to Pursue Arch Project Without Congress

In a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and national parks officials, several Democrats and a Senate independent said that members of the administration could face fines and even criminal prosecution.

Can US Engagement Rescue the United Nations From Irrelevance?

The next UN leader will take office at a time when the international body is experiencing an unprecedented crisis of purpose.

How Kyrsten Sinema's decision makes Democrats' 2024 Senate map tighter

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema decided to shake up the political world on Friday by becoming an independent. The former Democrat is still caucusing with the party in the Senate, so the Democratic caucus still has 51 members. Now, instead of 49 Democr…

Liberals Without Teeth

British liberals exclude reactionary cranks like Hasan Piker and Cenk Uygur because they don’t have the stomach for a fight.

Jim Acosta ruthlessly mocked for comparing removal of Trump’s name from Kennedy Center to fall of Berlin Wall

Jim Acosta live-streamed for nearly 11 hours awaiting the removal of Trump's name from the Kennedy Center, then compared it to the Berlin Wall falling.

The Data a Flemish TV Network Didn't Want You to See

How I read a confidential memo on live television—and what it reveals about ideological bias.

Dems' Unbridled Pursuit of Power Can't Be Airbrushed Away

The Democrats' disquieting quest for power at the cost of our democratic principles cannot credibly be denied or rebutted by inapt whataboutisms.

ICE Agent Opens Fire After Being Struck by Fleeing Vehicle (Update)

America250 Plans July 4 Concert in L.A., Competing With Trump

The nonprofit, established by Congress a decade ago and separate from President Trump’s Freedom 250, will bring Smashing Pumpkins and other acts to Los Angeles on July 4.

A Deal of Sorts: Lasting Peace Now Up to Israel, Lebanon, and Iran

Deal of SortsIt's a deal to negotiate a deal with a terrorist regime that suppresses its own people and seeks to dominate against little and big satan. The President pulled back from historic and impressive military superiority once the Iranians c…

Dan Sullivan Namesake Is Disqualified From Alaska Senate Ballot

Republicans had accused Democrats of attempting to confuse voters by boosting a candidate with the same name as the incumbent Republican senator.

Haitian fraudster’s eye-popping taxpayer-backed drug scam puts Congress on the hunt

Haitian national sentenced for $58 million health care fraud conspiracy exploiting the 340B Drug Pricing Program, prompting congressional calls for reform.

Supreme Court declines to revive Carter Page lawsuit over FBI surveillance tied to Trump-Russia probe

Supreme Court declined to revive Carter Page's lawsuit against ex-FBI Director James Comey over alleged unlawful surveillance in the Russia probe.

Trump Arrives for Group of 7 as Allies Rethink Their Relationship With U.S.

President Trump has long been at odds with European leaders over trade, Ukraine and NATO, but he has lashed out in recent weeks over their refusal to support the U.S. war with Iran.

Killing of Tren de Aragua Leader Sends Message

On Friday evening, President Donald Trump announced that US forces had killed the head of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, in an air strike. In doing so, one of the hemisphere's more notorious crime bosses wa…

Knicks Meet Destiny

The Knicks had luck, but they also made plenty of their own. It was beautiful to watch.

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Flag Day Chronicles

A reflection on the Stars and Stripes.

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SEE IT: UFC legend denies posting alleged Eric Trump DMs, claims he was hacked

Daniel Cormier says viral screenshots showing alleged messages with Eric Trump about rigged UFC fights are fake, claiming he was hacked online.

UK Seizes Russian Tanker As Putin Is Running Out of Soldiers

Musk's Success Inspires More Outrage Than Admiration on Left

Democratic heads exploded last week. It could have been for any of the typical reasons. A black teen who cruelly stabbed a white kid was convicted of murder. Congress passed the Secure America Act, providing an additional $70 billion in funding fo…

Too Fun to Check: Karen Bass Gets Sued By Spencer Pratt and ... Her Brother?

80-Year-Olds Should Not Be President

Father Time remains undefeated, and the signs of age are there in Trump’s presidency.

Will the MOU Trigger a Popular Revolt in Iran?

Selective Pressure, Selective Silence

David Reich and the politics of recent human evolution.