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Jan 23, 2026 · This week, the president suffered a string of defeats that exposed the real limits of his power at home and abroad.

Feb 19, 2026 · A newsletter that surfaces under-the-radar stories about what Trump is doing to the law—and how the law is pushing back.

Feb 17, 2026 · Five-ring Circus Faster, Higher, Snottier A gross Olympics question: Why don’t cross-country skiers and biathletes wipe the goo off their faces?

Feb 9, 2026 · About a week ago, the organization announced its slate of performers: Kid Rock would be headlining, joined by Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett.

Jan 28, 2026 · Whether or not money is the root of all evil, the root of our current American oligarchy is a single Supreme Court case.

Feb 17, 2026 · No, Rubio didn't echo J.D. Vance's madness from last year. But it wasn't as far from it as you've been led to believe.

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Jan 23, 2026 · Politics I Was Legally Observing ICE Agents When They Turned Their Ire on Me What happened next showed me what they’re up to—and persuaded me to double down.