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: Americans call bullsh-t on GOP's shutdown spin

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

Injustice for All: DOJ sucks at math, and everyone hates Trump's new favorite attack dog

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

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Survey Says: Will a Mamdani win tell us anything about Democrats’ future?

The most important polling trends or data points you need to know about, plus a vibe check on a trend that’s driving politics.

Explaining the Right: Why Republicans think it’s okay to starve poor people

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

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