How Trump Can Earn a Place in History That He Did Not Expect
The president-elect has a starting point: the plan for a two-state solution that he put out in January 2020.
What R.F.K. Jr. Might Do on Vaccines
As the nation’s top health official, he could discourage vaccine research and production, and dissuade Americans from getting shots.
Trump’s Victory Feels Like a Diagnosis
With Trump’s return, we are all about to find out how vulnerable we really are.
Defining Deviancy Down. And Down. And Down.
Trump’s cabinet picks are the latest instance of normalizing political abhorrence.
The Final Push for Ukraine?
We explore recent events in the war — and what could come next.
Desi Lydic Digs Into the Sordid Claims Against Matt Gaetz
“Your future attorney general, everyone,” Desi Lydic said on “The Daily Show.” “It’s always the people you most expect.”
As Elon Musk Moved to the Right, His Businesses Moved to Texas
The billionaire has rapidly transformed parts of the state, shocking even development-friendly officials: “It was like, ‘Voilà, Elon is here.’”
NYC Drought: How to Conserve Water and Prevent Wildfires
Mayor Eric Adams announced a drought warning on Monday. City officials are asking New Yorkers to save water and help prevent more wildfires.
Harris Loss Has Democrats Fighting Over How to Talk About Transgender Rights
Kamala Harris left Donald J. Trump’s anti-transgender attack ads largely unanswered. Some Democrats call it political malpractice.
House Republicans Target McBride With Capitol Bathroom Bill
G.O.P. lawmakers whose leaders have pressed to roll back transgender rights around the country moved to bar Sarah McBride, the first transgender member of Congress, from women’s rooms on Capitol…