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May 16, 2025

 

Who Said It: Homer Simpson or Pete Hegseth?

They’re both unqualified for their jobs and love to drink. Can you tell them apart?

By The New Republic

 

The June Issue Is Available Now

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Trump Is Doing a Good Job of Making Biden Look Bad

The president’s Middle East romp is defying the rules at every turn. If only his predecessor had shown the same courage.

By Alex Shephard

 

Are Some Dems About to Cave to Crypto? It Wouldn’t Be the First Time

As the Senate considers a GOP-backed stablecoin bill, it’s a good time to look back on when the Biden administration bailed out a bunch of high-rolling, right-wing crypto crybabies.

By Jeff Hauser

 

House Republicans Want to Force States to Cut SNAP for Them

GOP lawmakers in Washington want someone else to make the tough choice of slashing nutrition benefits—and to take the blame for who gets left behind.

By Grace Segers

 

Trump Freaks After SCOTUS Trashes His Birthright Citizenship Arguments

Donald Trump apparently can’t handle the fact that the justices thought his arguments were bad.

By Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling

 

Where the Money Is: America’s Obscene Wealth Gap

Undoubtedly, Donald Trump is a threat to American democracy; but the bigger threat is the obscene wealth gap that allowed his rise. This event on Tuesday, June 24 will build on our special reporting and polling about the concentration of wealth in America.

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The Inspiring Hacktivist Ethos of an Indian Art Studio

CAMP, a Mumbai-based collaborative, makes use of cellphone videos, CCTV, and pirate radio, turning tech to subversive ends.

By Devika Girish

 

New York Democrats Are Sabotaging Their Biggest Policy Success

The fight over congestion pricing in New York City illuminates the party’s struggle to define and defend a positive vision.

By Jess Coleman

 

ICE Barbie Kristi Noem Wants to Turn Immigration Into Sick Game Show

Kristi Noem is reportedly considering taking a page from Donald Trump’s book and pivoting into reality TV.

By Edith Olmsted

 

Trump Rages Over Qatar Jet Fiasco as GOP Angst Worsens: "Humiliating"

As Trump seethes over criticism of his acceptance of a luxury jet from Qatar, a journalist who’s closely tracking GOP reactions explains why this is a growing problem for him—and what may come next.

By The Daily Blast with Greg Sargent

 
 

The Insider’s Perspective on American Power

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Twice a week, Deep State Radio takes you on a smart, direct, and sometimes hilarious tour of the inner workings of American power and the impact of our leaders on the world. Hosted by David Rothkopf with top experts, this podcast delivers the unvarnished perspectives others shy away from.

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