Politics
Democracy Under Pressure: Why Trump's Autocratic Push Is Losing Ground
Despite dangerous inroads toward autocracy, Trump faces dimming prospects for success as courts, media, and civil society mount effective resistance.
Burnham's NHS Palantir Decision Could Reshape UK Tech Policy
Andy Burnham faces a pivotal choice on a 330 million pound NHS-Palantir contract that could signal his government's stance on American defence firms in public services.
Mojtaba Khamenei's Mysterious Absence from Father's Funeral Raises Questions
Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei was conspicuously absent from his father Ali Khamenei's funeral as millions gathered for the ceremony.
Trump Intervenes in FIFA Suspension, Reversing 60-Year Precedent
President Trump reportedly called FIFA President Infantino to reverse Balogun's World Cup suspension, marking an unprecedented reversal of automatic match bans.
The FDA's New Abortion Pill Study Is Political Timing at Its Most Obvious
The FDA is reviewing mifepristone safety, with results expected after November elections. Here's what that means.
The SPLC Is Fighting Back Against What It Calls a Political Prosecution
Lawyers for the Southern Poverty Law Center say the DOJ indictment is retaliation driven by the White House.
American Mayors Are Now Building Their Own Transatlantic Democracy Alliance
Ten U.S. mayors joined Europe's Pact of Free Cities to fight authoritarianism. Here's what they learned.
Trump's Grip on the GOP Tightens While America Grapples with New Battles
Massie's defeat signals Trump's control over Republicans, as Iran tensions rise and communities tackle climate change without federal help.
Trump's Primary Revenge, Climate Solutions at the Local Level, and the Tariff Favoritism Game
From House primaries to sewage-powered heating, here's what you need to know from today's news cycle.
The Spencer Pratt Voter Fraud Meme That Exposed California's Real Election Rules
MAGA supporters are joking about voting illegally for Spencer Pratt in LA. Here's what actually happens if you try.
Spencer Pratt's LA Mayoral Race Becomes Ground Zero for Voter Fraud Boasts
MAGA supporters claim they'll fly to California to illegally vote for Spencer Pratt, exposing misconceptions about voter ID laws.
Trump's GOP is Closing Ranks: What Cassidy's Loss Really Means
Sen. Bill Cassidy's primary defeat shows how thoroughly Trump controls the Republican Party. Here's what else is happening this week.