Every week, we dig into the stories shaping politics—from the right wing’s latest obsessions, to the polls setting the mood, to Trump’s congressional enablers, to his attempts to weaponize justice. Think of this newsletter as your quick guide to what matters—and why.

Congressional Cowards: Spineless Republicans defend Trump's ballroom debacle

The worst Donald Trump defenders on Capitol Hill, who refuse to criticize him—no matter how disgraceful or lawless his actions. 

Injustice for All: DHS wants to attack journalists, and UVA's deal with the devil

How the Trump administration is trying to weaponize the justice system—and the people who are fighting back.

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Explaining the Right: Why Republicans want you to die—and fast

What the right wing is currently obsessing over, how it influences politics—and why you need to know.

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