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Why Iran Is Winning the Slop War

The most prominent AI fantasies about the war on social media exaggerate the destruction and conjure visions of America’s failure. By John Herrman

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Bright Lights, Big Problem

By Nate Rogers Americans agree: Blinding headlights have become a scourge of the roads. What can be done? podcast

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J.D. Vance Is Having Kamala Harris Problems

By Ross Barkan A vice-president who is billed as an heir apparent but has been sidelined on policy? That sounds familiar.

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Iran War Triggers Global Energy Emergency: Live Updates

By Intelligencer Staff

The impact of the war has quickly gone from bad to potentially catastrophic. Here’s the latest reporting and analysis.

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early and often

White House Heard Lewandowski Kickback Allegations, Did Nothing

By Margaret Hartmann

Several companies have accused Corey Lewandowski of seeking payment for DHS contracts. Trump was even told of it.

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early and often

All About the White House UFC Fight on Trump’s Birthday

By Margaret Hartmann

The UFC is holding a cage match to celebrate America’s 250th birthday (or maybe Trump). Here’s what we know about plans, tickets, and the fight card.

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american affairs

american affairs

J.D. Vance Is Having Kamala Harris Problems

A vice-president who is billed as an heir apparent but has been sidelined on policy? That sounds familiar.

Hegseth: World Should Say ‘Thank You’ to Trump for Disastrous War

The Defense secretary wants the media and our “ungrateful allies in Europe” to show a little appreciation.

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tremendous content

‘TACO’ Trump? Iran War Revives Nickname Trump Loathes

By Margaret Hartmann

The acronym for “Trump Always Chickens Out” was originally about “Liberation Day” tariffs. Now it’s morphed into a broader Trump insult.

Why Iran Is Winning the Slop War

By John Herrman

The most prominent AI fantasies about the war on social media exaggerate the destruction and conjure visions of America’s failure.

Bright Lights, Big Problem

Americans agree: Blinding headlights have become a scourge of the roads. What can be done?

Rand Paul–Markwayne Mullin Feud Explodes in Surreal Hearing

After this, it’s safe to say that Paul is a “no” on Mullin’s DHS confirmation.

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tremendous content

Judge Isn’t Buying White House’s ‘Brazen’ Ballroom Defense

By Margaret Hartmann

He blasted the Trump administration for offering “shifting” arguments and describing the East Wing destruction as a little “alteration.”

Pritzker Flexes Political Muscle in Illinois Senate Race

The governor and possible presidential hopeful strongly backed Juliana Stratton, who will likely become the sixth Black woman to serve in the Senate.

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early and often

What’s Really Going On With Trump’s Hand Bruise and Health Issues?

By Margaret Hartmann

The official explanations for Trump’s ailments — from CVI to a hand bruise to a neck rash — are odd and incomplete. Here’s everything we know.

Will Trump Be Able to Stop His Own War?

Almost nothing he has said or done suggests he knows what he is doing, and this is still just the beginning.

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we'll do it live

Another Key Iranian Leader Has Been Killed: Live War Updates

By Intelligencer Staff

Israel conducted another round of decapitation strikes, Europe is not impressed with Trump, and more of the latest developments on Day 18 of the war.

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royal rumblings

Meghan Markle Has Low Ratings, But at Least Merch Won’t Sell

By Margaret Hartmann

Honestly, there’s not a lot of good news in Variety’s report on the fraying of Meghan and Harry’s relationship with Netflix.

A Terrorist Attack on Thursday. A Bat Mitzvah on Friday.

By Ashley Zlatopolsky

Scenes from a synagogue that prepared for the worst — then faced it.

Will the Iran War End Soon? Trump’s Shifting Timetables

Is the “minor excursion” very complete, ending soon or in a “couple weeks,” or just beginning? Here’s the latest on what Trump feels in his bones.

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early and often

Crypto Cash Fuels Democrats’ Divide in Illinois Senate Race

Tuesday’s messy primary between Krishnamoorthi, Kelly, and Stratton is testing the influence of Governor Pritzker versus pro-crypto forces.

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the city politic

Wall Street Just Put Zohran Mamdani on Notice

The bond market is putting the ambitious new mayor in a difficult position.

What It’s Like to Protest ICE in the Shadow of Dilley Detention Center

By Elizabeth Weil

A pastor leading a 90-mile walk. 30 teenagers serving in-school suspension.

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tremendous content

The 8 Wildest Things Trump Said at Monday’s Press Conferences

He said Cuba is his for the taking, a predecessor envies his Iran war, people with learning disabilities shouldn’t be president, and more.

Should You Be Able to Have Sex With ChatGPT?

By John Herrman

Against the advice of nearly everyone around him, Sam Altman wants his chatbot to get horny.

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early and often

Will Trump Oppose a ‘Watered-Down’ SAVE America Act?

The Senate is taking up a version of the bill that doesn’t target transgender people or voting by mail, as Trump demanded.

Trump Casually Muses That Maybe Iran War Was a Mistake

The president has been all over the place on the war he started, but this was something different.

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grand old party

The ‘Micropenis’ Beef Between Megyn Kelly and Mark Levin

Conservative infighting is getting even weirder.