admin Ken Paxton Is in the Fight of His Life
Democrats need to flip four Republican seats to win a Senate majority this November.
“Save Our Bacon” Act Would Bar States From Regulating Factory Farm Cruelty
The issue of extreme confinement has sparked a “civil war” among pork producers.
How to Tax a Billionaire
America’s oligarchs guard their hoards jealously—but there may be a way in.
States Sue to Block Medicaid Work Requirements
RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz’s harsh new rules “punish those who cannot fend for themselves,” Democratic officials argue.
Gaza Is Costing Democratic Incumbents Their Seats
Pro-Palestine House candidates won primaries in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, and lead in Colorado.
Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Latest Attempt to Avoid Paying E. Jean Carroll
A jury found Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation.
The Roberts Court Just Put Trump in Charge of Independent Agencies, Vastly Expanding His Powers
“Today, the majority reshapes our Government.”
Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Fire Fed’s Lisa Cook
The decision preserves the central bank’s independence—at least for now.
In a Rare Blow to Trump, the Supreme Court Just Saved Mail-In Voting—For Now
The surprise victory is unlikely to slow down the administration’s assault on voting rights.
We’re Talking About “Hypocrisy” All Wrong
Sometimes it really is just about power.