Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert Kennedy Jr., on Capitol Hill on Jan. 9, 2025. Jon Cherry/Getty Images Dominik Stecu?a, The Ohio State University; Kristin Lunz Trujillo, University of South Carolina, and Matt Motta, Boston University The many controversial people appointed to the … [Read more...] about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination signals a new era of anti-intellectualism in American politics
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Quote of the Day: An unprecedented moment begins in American politics
Our quote of the Day comes from The Bulwark Newsletter: Donald Trump has dominated American politics for almost a decade. Thrice the Republican nominee for president, twice the victor in general elections, currently the undisputed master of a political party which will now control both the Senate and the House—Trump is the most consequential American politician of the … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: An unprecedented moment begins in American politics
Long bottled up Gaetz ethics report: evidence of drug use, statuatory rape and using prostitutes
An old joke that goes back to scandal-plagued movie star Errol Flynn has now been updated: What goes into 17 twice? Matt Gaetz. The long-awaited, long bottled-up House Ethics Committee report on resigned Republican House member Matt Gaetz has been released. And the report outlines says the newly hired news anchor for the right wing One America News network was indulging … [Read more...] about Long bottled up Gaetz ethics report: evidence of drug use, statuatory rape and using prostitutes
TRUMP CHAOS RETURNS TO WASHINGTON AS “PRESIDENT MUSK” TALK RAGES
It has often been said that during Donald Trump's first term as President chaos reigned supreme. Now less than two months after he defeated President Joe Biden, Trump-related chaos has returned to Washington -- and he hasn't been sworn in yet. Meanwhile, billionaire and major Trump donor Elon Musk has been high profile, tweeting more than 100 tweets a day on some days, by … [Read more...] about TRUMP CHAOS RETURNS TO WASHINGTON AS “PRESIDENT MUSK” TALK RAGES
Republicans have a shrinking mandate
by Elwood Watson President-elect Donald Trump is about to resume a second term as president with such a slim GOP majority in the House of Representatives that it offers the party little if any room for error. Republicans deliriously reveling about their supposed “huge election mandate” may want to keep a lid on such unabashed glee. As final results are being tabulated … [Read more...] about Republicans have a shrinking mandate
TRUMP’S SELECTION OF MATT GAETZ FOR AG SPARKS BIPARTISAN CONSTERNATION
Bipartisan shock - and consternation - greeted President-elect Donald Trump's announcement that sex-scandal tainted, mega MAGA Trump supporter Rep. Matt Gaetz was his pick for Attorney General. The pick reportedly generated negative reaction on Wall Street, among a big chunk of Republicans, Democrats and former Trump cabinet members. Some Senate Republicans contend the … [Read more...] about TRUMP’S SELECTION OF MATT GAETZ FOR AG SPARKS BIPARTISAN CONSTERNATION
Trump’s comeback victory, after reshaping his party and national politics, looks a lot like Andrew Jackson’s in 1828
Donald Trump speaks to supporters early on the morning of Nov. 6, 2024. AP Photo/Evan Vucci Spencer Goidel, Auburn University As the nation prepares for a second Donald Trump presidency, some history-minded people may seek understanding in the idea that it wasn’t until Richard Nixon’s second presidential term that the serious consequences … [Read more...] about Trump’s comeback victory, after reshaping his party and national politics, looks a lot like Andrew Jackson’s in 1828
Quote of the Day: Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Kamala Harris endorsement
Our Quote of the Day is an extended tweet by actor, bodybuilder and former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for President. I don’t really do endorsements. I’m not shy about sharing my views, but I hate politics and don’t trust most politicians. I also understand that people want to hear from me because I am not just a … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Kamala Harris endorsement
“Put Them in Trauma”: Inside a Key MAGA Leader’s Plans for a New Trump Agenda
“Put Them in Trauma”: Inside a Key MAGA Leader’s Plans for a New Trump Agendaby Molly Redden and Andy Kroll, ProPublica, and Nick Surgey, DocumentedProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.Reporting Highlights“In Trauma”: A key Trump adviser says a Trump administration … [Read more...] about “Put Them in Trauma”: Inside a Key MAGA Leader’s Plans for a New Trump Agenda
Lincoln’s reaction to Trump and the Republican Party (Cartoon)
As Hurricane Helene strikes, Trump’s minions at Project 2025 have plans for disaster doom
Even before Hurricane Helene struck the Florida coast with Category 4 winds, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (better known as NOAA) and its subsidiaries – the National Weather Service and the National Hurricane Center – were already busy saving lives. Local emergency officials, echoing NOAA’s dire forecasts, spurred mass evacuations on the Gulf Coast and … [Read more...] about As Hurricane Helene strikes, Trump’s minions at Project 2025 have plans for disaster doom
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LIZ CHENEY ENDORSES AND WILL VOTE FOR HARRIS: WILL SHE CAMPAIGN FOR HARRIS?
Many have been hoping and waiting for a political shoe to drop. And now it has dropped. Loudly. Former Rep. Liz Cheney, who was at the forefront of efforts to impeach Donald Trump and then defeated for re-election much to the glee of Trump, has endorsed Democratic Presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris. She says she plans to vote for Harris. Now the question … [Read more...] about LIZ CHENEY ENDORSES AND WILL VOTE FOR HARRIS: WILL SHE CAMPAIGN FOR HARRIS?
TROUBLED DAYS FOR A DIMINISHING DONALD TRUMP
Things have not been going well for former President Donald Trump. In fact, they've gone so badly that former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie says a frantic Trump has been reverting to his "best hits." Some analyists have compared today's Donald Trump to the "Fat Elvis," an aging entertainer coasting on longtime familiar riffs who is not who he used to be. How bad are … [Read more...] about TROUBLED DAYS FOR A DIMINISHING DONALD TRUMP
The Man Behind Project 2025’s Most Radical Plans
The Man Behind Project 2025’s Most Radical Plansby Alec MacGillisProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox.In January 2023, a group of about 15 people gathered for three days at the Heritage Foundation, the conservative Washington think tank a few blocks from the Capitol. … [Read more...] about The Man Behind Project 2025’s Most Radical Plans
JD Vance’s selection as Trump’s running mate marks the end of Republican conservatism
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and vice presidential candidate JD Vance at a campaign rally in Michigan on July 20, 2024. AP Photo/Evan Vucci Karyn Amira, College of Charleston Since Donald Trump chose Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate, it’s been widely noted that Vance once described Trump as “reprehensible” and … [Read more...] about JD Vance’s selection as Trump’s running mate marks the end of Republican conservatism
THE EX-PROSECUTOR VS. THE FELON
The presidential race has just received an historic reboot, thanks to Joe Biden’s selfless decision to stand down in the national interest. For those of us who loathe the looming totalitarian threat to our democratic values, the president’s passing of the torch feels like a shot of adrenaline to our aching hearts. For starters, the baggage of the Biden age issue has been … [Read more...] about THE EX-PROSECUTOR VS. THE FELON
Joe’s Out, Kamala’s in (Cartoon and Column)
Do you think Trump is second-guessing his selection of J.D. Vance as his running mate with President Biden dropping out and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris? He may be thinking he should have picked Tim Scott. Trump’s support among Black voters has been increasing lately but I now expect his gains to drop. Awwww, too bad. Of course, I’m happy about this because Kamala … [Read more...] about Joe’s Out, Kamala’s in (Cartoon and Column)
Until 1968, presidential candidates were picked by party conventions – a process revived by Biden’s withdrawal from race
President Joe Biden at the 2024 NATO Summit on July 11, 2024 in Washington, DC. Kent Nishimura/Getty Images Philip Klinkner, Hamilton College Now that Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the nominee, it will ultimately be up to Democratic National Convention delegates to … [Read more...] about Until 1968, presidential candidates were picked by party conventions – a process revived by Biden’s withdrawal from race
Will Joe Biden be a Truman, a McGovern, or a Nixon?
As the Republican convention rolled out in Milwaukee, the now-MAGA GOP was presenting a united front in its battle to defeat President Joe Biden. But the perhaps biggest drama was over at the Democratic Party where Biden was under increasing pressure to pull out of his presidential re-election campaign after his disastrous televised debate with Trump and tepid polling … [Read more...] about Will Joe Biden be a Truman, a McGovern, or a Nixon?