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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. By Jonah Shepp

politics

Rand Paul–Markwayne Mullin Feud Explodes in Surreal Hearing

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

politics

Pritzker Flexes Political Muscle in Illinois Senate Race

By Nia Prater 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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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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Portfolio: The Trap at 26 Federal Plaza

Photographs by Stephanie Keith

Every day in downtown Manhattan immigrants arriving for routine hearings are targeted by ICE agents and taken from their families.

early and often

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.

we'll do it live

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.

royal rumblings

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

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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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.

the city politic

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.

grand old party

grand old party

The ‘Micropenis’ Beef Between Megyn Kelly and Mark Levin

Conservative infighting is getting even weirder.

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Is Working Through Cancer

Wiles, who is the first woman to serve as chief of staff, has been diagnosed with an early stage of breast cancer.

american affairs

american affairs

How Will 2028 Democrats Handle Israel?

It’s already clear the Democratic primary for president will not look like any other in the modern era.

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tremendous content

All the Trump Insults at the 2026 Oscars

By Margaret Hartmann

While no one said the president’s name, there was plenty of not-so-subtle Trump bashing from Conan O’Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, and Oscars winners.

Trump Goes Ballistic on Supreme Court in Overnight Rant

In a TruthSocial post, the president railed against the Court for its tariffs ruling last month, alleging that it is “hurting our Country.”

just asking questions

just asking questions

Trump Wants His European Frenemies to Bail Him Out on Iran

By Benjamin Hart

Will they stand up to him this time?

How Another Gutsy Forbes 30 Under 30 CEO Found Herself in Trouble With the Feds

Prosecutors say Gökçe Güven invented deals with Nike and Godiva and forged contracts with fake businesses to grow her rewards-points start-up.