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.

Injustice for All: The worst attorney general in America strikes again

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

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Survey Says: Democrats were winning the shutdown. So why did they fold?

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: How Republicans became shameless hypocrites

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

Congressional Cowards: Spineless Republicans continue push to block Epstein files release

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

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