Politics

Press access spat adds to fears of circus around Luigi Mangione murder trial

Lawyers for man accused of killing healthcare CEO Brian Thompson raise red flags about limits on reporters

Ukraine May Be Just the Ally America Needs

The country Trump once disdained as a burden has become a military powerhouse.

Why Miller thinks Trump’s new birthright orders can survive court scrutiny

Stephen Miller thinks President Donald Trump’s second bid to curb birthright citizenship can survive where the first failed, he said Thursday from the Oval Office alongside the president at an executive order signing.

The Democratic party needs to do more than represent wealthy progressives

New research shows that a class gap on the left threatens any winning coalition – but there are ways to address it

Can the Mounties regain Canada’s trust after race, sexism and public safety scandals?

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police face increasing scrutiny from critics who say they have lost touch and should be disbanded

Will Newsom and Vance last as 2028 front-runners? Experts weigh in

Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel‘s assertion that early leads in the presidential cycle could quickly dissipate may be true, but he and other likely 2028 contenders would do well to keep their minds open.

What is post-liberalism, and why is it trending?

In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here.

Abdul el Sayed supported strict COVID-19 lockdowns and school closures

Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Abdul el Sayed took a very strict approach to public health restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic six years ago, supporting intense statewide lockdowns and keeping schools shut down.

Pentagon pushes defense companies to boost weapons production after concerns of depleted stocks

A Pentagon spokesman said it was focused on boosting munitions acquisitions to provide "the weapons our warfighters need at the pace the threat demands."

How Trump and Biden differed in their definitions of religious freedom

When President Donald Trump returned to the White House, religious liberty became one of his administration’s defining priorities.

In Defense of AIPAC

“Next week, AIPAC is set to spend at least $3,847,990 against me,” Abdul el Sayed complained during his successful Democratic Senate primary campaign in Michigan. “Why? Because Haley Stevens is more committed to the future of a foreign country than keeping your tax dollars here to provide schools and healthcare for you and your kids.”

German minister warns of daily 'hybrid warfare' after suspected drone attack

Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt says Germany faces daily hybrid warfare attacks from abroad after a suspected incident involving an explosive-laden drone.