The Solzhenitsyn Test
Lying is a prerequisite for securing a Trump appointment.
Politics
Why ‘Late Regime’ Presidencies Fail
The coalition collapse that doomed Biden follows a grim precedent set by another Democratic leader: Jimmy Carter.
The Army of God Comes Out of the Shadows
Tens of millions of American Christians are embracing a charismatic movement known as the New Apostolic Reformation, which seeks to destroy the secular state.
Stop the (North Carolina) Steal
The Democratic incumbent got more votes. Now the Republican challenger is trying to throw out tens of thousands of them.
The Particular Horror of the Los Angeles Wildfires
Southern California is no stranger to fires. But the dreadful blazes that began yesterday are potentially transformative.
Judge Cannon Comes to Trump’s Aid, Again
The president-elect would rather Jack Smith’s report never sees the light of day. Luckily for him, he has an ally.
The Political Logic of Trump’s International Threats
Renaming the Gulf of Mexico is a lot simpler than building the wall.
The New Rasputins
Anti-science mysticism is enabling autocracy around the globe.
The Coming Assault on Birthright Citizenship
The Constitution is absolutely clear on this point, but will that matter?
Bad News for Trump’s Legislative Agenda
The Republicans barely elected Mike Johnson as speaker of the House.