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Why the House Judiciary Committee Hearing with Bill Barr Was a Joke

One member of Congress ate from a bucket of KFC during the hearing. 'Nuff said.

5 Takeaways from Bill Barr's Testimony on the Mueller Report
May 1, 2019

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The former First Lady went there while on book tour in London.

What Trump's Tweet about the Notre Dame Fire Says about Him
April 15, 2019

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Pete Buttigieg is about to be the next Democrat to announce a presidential bid

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April 11, 2019

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Mayor Pete bursts into the top 10. And we have a new #1!

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April 10, 2019

Bernie Sanders' Taxes Are Coming!

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Four Takeaways from Barr's Testimony on the Mueller Report
April 9, 2019

Four Takeaways from Barr's Testimony on the Mueller Report

What you need to know from the AG's testimony about the Mueller report

Donald Trump's Revolving Cabinet. Again.
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Donald Trump's Revolving Cabinet. Again.

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Joe Biden's Non-Apology Is a Dumb Move
April 5, 2019

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April 4, 2019

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The South Bend (Ind.) mayor raised $7 million in the first 3 months of 2019, which is better than…

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At a Trump campaign rally in Michigan Thursday night, the crowd began to chant "AOC sucks!"

Majority of Americans Don't Think Trump Is 'Exonerated'
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New CNN polling suggests people don't think the Mueller report clears the president

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March 27, 2019

Joe Biden's Achilles Heel

He spent more than three decades in the Senate. And he's going to have to answer for what he…

Donald Trump Just Made Healthcare a Huge 2020 Issue
March 26, 2019

Donald Trump Just Made Healthcare a Huge 2020 Issue

The administration's decision to back a Texas judge's ruling that Obamacare should be…

Robert Mueller Handed Donald Trump a Huge Victory
March 25, 2019

Robert Mueller Handed Donald Trump a Huge Victory

The Mueller investigation is over. And it's mostly (very) good news for the president.

The End of the Beginning
March 22, 2019

The End of the Beginning

With words that Robert Mueller has concluded his investigation expected any moment, Donald…

Joe Biden Isn't Running Yet. But He's Thinking of Making a Very Bold Move
March 21, 2019

Joe Biden Isn't Running Yet. But He's Thinking of Making a Very Bold Move

The former VP is contemplating picking his own VP nominee early in the nomination fight.

The Real # to Watch in CNN's 2020 Poll
March 20, 2019

The Real # to Watch in CNN's 2020 Poll

Kamala Harris is right where she wants to be. via…

Donald Trump Goes after John McCain Again
March 19, 2019

Donald Trump Goes after John McCain Again

Is nothing sacred? (Don't answer that.) via…

Beto's Big Bucks
March 18, 2019

Beto's Big Bucks

The Texan raised $6.1 million in his 1st 24 hours as a presidential candidate. Here's why that…

Jeb! Wants a Primary!
March 15, 2019

Jeb! Wants a Primary!

Meet the two Republicans considering taking on Trump in 2020

Beto Makes It Official
March 14, 2019

Beto Makes It Official

And President Trump's waving off Beto O'Rourke's presidential bid

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March 13, 2019

Paul Manafort's Very Bad Day

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March 12, 2019

Pelosi's Impeachment Pit

He's just not worth it...but Pelosi's not closing the door on impeachment completely.

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Is the Midwest Best for the DNC?

What's behind Democrats' decision to host their 2020 convention in Wisconsin.

SXSW!!!
March 8, 2019

SXSW!!!

Chris is heading to South by Southwest deep in the heart of Texas

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March 7, 2019

John Kelly Just Undermined the White House's Story on Family Separations

The former White House chief of staff made very clear this week that separating families at the…

Hillary Clinton Is out of the 2020 Race. (Or Is She?)
March 6, 2019

Hillary Clinton Is out of the 2020 Race. (Or Is She?)

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The Blowback against AOC Has Begun
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Some moderate Democrats are beginning to question the New York freshman Democrat's tactics.

House Democrats Take a Step toward Impeachment
March 4, 2019

House Democrats Take a Step toward Impeachment

Led by Judiciary Committee Chair Jerry Nadler, Democrats begin a broad investigation that could be…

Donald Trump's Epically Bad Week
March 1, 2019

Donald Trump's Epically Bad Week

From the Cohen testimony to the failed North Korea summit, this is a week the President would rather…

The Best and the Worst from the Cohen Hearings
February 28, 2019

The Best and the Worst from the Cohen Hearings

A look at the members of Congress who shined and slipped in the highest profile hearing in recent…

What I Learned from Michael Cohen's Congressional Testimony
February 27, 2019

What I Learned from Michael Cohen's Congressional Testimony

Cohen's opening statement alone was revelatory.

Senate Republicans Are in Bad Shape on Trump's National Emergency Resolution
February 26, 2019

Senate Republicans Are in Bad Shape on Trump's National Emergency Resolution

The House passed a resolution of disapproval on the president's decision to declare a national…

Trump's HUGE Opportunity This Week in Vietnam
February 25, 2019

Trump's HUGE Opportunity This Week in Vietnam

President Trump's 2nd summit with Kim Jong Un could be a legacy-defining moment.

Mitch McConnell's Big Problem
February 22, 2019

Mitch McConnell's Big Problem

The Democratic House is going to pass a resolution of disapproval on President Trump's…

What Jussie Smollett Should Teach Politicians
February 21, 2019

What Jussie Smollett Should Teach Politicians

The alleged hoax orchestrated by the "Empire" actor should make us all take a pause before making a…

The Mueller Report Is Coming! Soon!
February 20, 2019

The Mueller Report Is Coming! Soon!

The special counsel's office could finish its report on Russian interference in the 2016…

5 Reasons to Be Skeptical about Bernie 2020
February 19, 2019

5 Reasons to Be Skeptical about Bernie 2020

The Vermont Independent senator officially joined the 2020 race on Tuesday. It will be hard for him…

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The president has declared a national emergency on our southern border. Now the battle over whether…

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February 15, 2019

Weld He or Won't He?

Bill Weld just kicked off a new chapter in the 2020 race.

Mitch McConnell Just Set a Major-and Dangerous-Precedent
February 14, 2019

Mitch McConnell Just Set a Major-and Dangerous-Precedent

The government won't close on Friday. But at what cost?

Is Donald Trump Going to Sign the Border Compromise?
February 13, 2019

Is Donald Trump Going to Sign the Border Compromise?

He (probably) will. But what else will Trump try to get to fund his border wall?

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Congress has agreed on a compromise deal to keep the government open and spend $1.375 billion on…

Ralph Northam Somehow Made Things Even Worse
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The Virginia Democrat governor granted an interview to CBS News - and it went as badly as it…

A Very 2020 Weekend
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A Very 2020 Weekend

Buckle up for a weekend full of presidential announcements.

Nancy Pelosi Throws Shade at AOC
February 7, 2019

Nancy Pelosi Throws Shade at AOC

The Speaker doesn't think much of the "Green New Deal"

What You Need to Know from Donald Trump's SOTU Speech
February 6, 2019

What You Need to Know from Donald Trump's SOTU Speech

My five big takeaways from the president's annual address to Congress

Why Donald Trump's SOTU Speech Won't Change Much
February 5, 2019

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The State of the Union is a pomp and circumstance event in Washington. But its impact is very, very…

Ralph Northam's Political Career Is over (Even If He Doesn't Know It)
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The emergence of a picture of a man in blackface and another in KKK robes on the Virginia Democratic…

The Democratic Field Keeps Growing!
February 1, 2019

The Democratic Field Keeps Growing!

A consideration of the candidacy of New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker.

Donald Trump's Border Wall Took a Major Hit Today
January 31, 2019

Donald Trump's Border Wall Took a Major Hit Today

Speaker Nancy Pelosi made clear no compromise coming out of Congress would have "wall" money in it…

Donald Trump Thinks He Knows More Than His Intelligence Experts
January 30, 2019

Donald Trump Thinks He Knows More Than His Intelligence Experts

In their annual global threat assessment, the U.S. Intelligence Community broke with the president…

1 in 3 Republicans Want Someone Other Than Trump in 2020
January 29, 2019

1 in 3 Republicans Want Someone Other Than Trump in 2020

This is a big number. But it doesn't mean that Donald a Trump is going to lose in a 2020…

The Government Is Open Again! (For Now)
January 28, 2019

The Government Is Open Again! (For Now)

The 35 day shutdown is over. But that's about all we're sure of at this point

Another Trump Confidante Is Indicted
January 25, 2019

Another Trump Confidante Is Indicted

Roger Stone's arrest is a big missing piece in the Russia puzzle

The Senate's Shutdown Votes - and Why They Matter
January 24, 2019

The Senate's Shutdown Votes - and Why They Matter

Both a GOP and Democratic attempt to re-open the government failed to win the 60 votes they needed…

The State of the Union Speech Is Off, Sort Of
January 23, 2019

The State of the Union Speech Is Off, Sort Of

After exchanging letters Wednesday, Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that she would not allow President…

Rudy Giuliani Keeps Making Mistakes
January 22, 2019

Rudy Giuliani Keeps Making Mistakes

Donald Trump's personal lawyer keeps saying things that don't help his boss' cause.…

She's Running!
January 21, 2019

She's Running!

On Monday, California Sen. Kamala Harris became the 4th Democratic woman to announce her plans to…

About That Buzzfeed Bombshell...
January 18, 2019

About That Buzzfeed Bombshell...

Why the report about Trump directing Michael Cohen to lie to Congress is such a big deal.

Donald Trump Takes the Low Road (Again)
January 17, 2019

Donald Trump Takes the Low Road (Again)

The president struck back against Speaker Nancy Pelosi in a tit for tat battle over the government…

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Nancy Pelosi's SOTU Power Move

The Speaker of the House told President Donald Trump that he needs to postpone his planned "State of…

5 Takeaways from the AG Confirmation Hearing
January 15, 2019

5 Takeaways from the AG Confirmation Hearing

William Barr made very clear that he supported Robert Mueller and the Russia probe

The One BIG Question Donald Trump Won't Answer on Russia
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The president went out of his way to keep what happened in his meetings with Vladimir Putin private…

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With Julian Castro's planned presidential announcement tomorrow, the presidential field is more…

Shutdown Captain's Log, Day 20
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There's no sign this shutdown will end easily - or soon. But in order for the government to…

Why the Latest Paul Manafort News Is Such a Big Deal
January 9, 2019

Why the Latest Paul Manafort News Is Such a Big Deal

"No Collusion" is in some trouble, folks via…

Donald Trump Addresses the Nation
January 8, 2019

Donald Trump Addresses the Nation

What the president is likely to say (and not say) in his big prime-time immigration speech

Why Donald Trump's Prime Time Speech Will Make Things Worse
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Welcome to the era of divided government. Again. via…

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Donald Trump's about-face on signing a short term extension of government funding means we are…

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American Media Inc., the parent company of the Enquirer, admitted it paid off a former Playmate --…

What Michael Cohen's Sentencing Means
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Victimhood didn't wear well on Donald Trump's personal lawyer

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A televised showdown with top congressional Democrats over the government shutdown didn't work…

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It's a wide-open field to replace John Kelly.

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Rex Tillerson is back! After being fired from the Trump administration nine months ago, the former…

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The special counsel investigation is ramping up. via…

The 1 Key Takeaway from Michael Flynn's Sentencing Document
December 5, 2018

The 1 Key Takeaway from Michael Flynn's Sentencing Document

The former national security adviser in the Trump administration is talking and talking and talking.…

Joe Biden's 2020 Secret Is Out
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The former vice president sure sounds like he's running. But is he what Democratic voters want…

Bruce Springsteen Thinks Donald Trump Is Going to Get Reelected
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The New Jersey rocker thinks no one can speak the "language" of middle-class voters like Trump.

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Donald Trump's Russia Problems Follow Him to the G20

The president may be in Argentina but Robert Mueller and the Russia investigation remains a major…

Another Shoe Drops in the Russia Investigation
November 29, 2018

Another Shoe Drops in the Russia Investigation

Michael Cohen's plea deal puts even more pressure on Donald Trump

Ivanka Trump Doesn't Get It
November 28, 2018

Ivanka Trump Doesn't Get It

Her answers on her private email usage are not good.

The 2018 Election Ends Today!
November 27, 2018

The 2018 Election Ends Today!

The Mississippi Senate race runoff will officially close out the 2018 cycle

How the Anti-Pelosi Democrats Lost
November 26, 2018

How the Anti-Pelosi Democrats Lost

Days before the final vote, Nancy Pelosi's Democratic opponents effectively admit she won

How Much Trouble Is Nancy Pelosi In?
November 19, 2018

How Much Trouble Is Nancy Pelosi In?

The California Democrat is still the favorite to be the next Speaker of the House. But it won't…

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Isn't Coming to Washington to Play Nice
November 16, 2018

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Isn't Coming to Washington to Play Nice

The soon-to-be Congresswoman spent two days in Washington this week - and sent a very clear signal…

Donald Trump Is Bunkered In
November 15, 2018

Donald Trump Is Bunkered In

The president's tweets attacking the special counsel are evidence he's feeling the…

Donald Trump Is Setting Records!
November 14, 2018

Donald Trump Is Setting Records!

More Cabinet officials have left the Trump Administration in two years than left the Bush…

How Senate Democrats Lost the Battle but Won the War in 2018
November 13, 2018

How Senate Democrats Lost the Battle but Won the War in 2018

Democrats will either lose one or two seats in 2018, which, when you consider they were defending…

Why Trump's Fact-Free Tweets about Arizona and Florida Matter so Much
November 12, 2018

Why Trump's Fact-Free Tweets about Arizona and Florida Matter so Much

Think 2020. via Knit

Why Democrats Had a Better Election Than You Might Think
November 9, 2018

Why Democrats Had a Better Election Than You Might Think

Sometimes conventional wisdom gets it wrong. This is one of those times.

How Donald Trump Seized Control of the Russia Investigation
November 8, 2018

How Donald Trump Seized Control of the Russia Investigation

The president got rid of Jeff Sessions and replaced him with a loyalist.

What I Learned from the 2018 Midterm Election
November 7, 2018

What I Learned from the 2018 Midterm Election

7 takeaways from an amazing election. via Knit

6 in 10 Voters Won't Vote Tomorrow
November 5, 2018

6 in 10 Voters Won't Vote Tomorrow

A remarkable number of Americans who are registered to vote do not actually vote.

Donald Trump Is Not Telling the Truth a Whole Lot Lately
November 2, 2018

Donald Trump Is Not Telling the Truth a Whole Lot Lately

In October, the president said more than 1100 things that aren't true

Donald Trump Says He Tries to Tell the Truth
November 1, 2018

Donald Trump Says He Tries to Tell the Truth

The president's unintentionally revealing comments about his approach to facts

Nancy Pelosi Predicts Democrats Will Win the House. She's Probably Right.
October 31, 2018

Nancy Pelosi Predicts Democrats Will Win the House. She's Probably Right.

Democrats are playing offense all over the country and are likely to win at least the 23 seats they…

Donald Trump Wants to Scare You
October 30, 2018

Donald Trump Wants to Scare You

The president is accelerating his efforts to make the 2018 election about migrants traveling toward…

How Donald Trump Weaponizes Polarization
October 29, 2018

How Donald Trump Weaponizes Polarization

Donald Trump didn't create this political environment but he has used it to his benefit

Suspect Arrested in Connection to Package Bomb Mailings
October 26, 2018

Suspect Arrested in Connection to Package Bomb Mailings

The 56-year-old Cesar Sayoc has a criminal history dating back to the early 1990s

Why What Happened Wednesday Isn't a Surprise
October 25, 2018

Why What Happened Wednesday Isn't a Surprise

We are at a uniquely polarized time in our politics.

Understanding Donald Trump's Lies
October 24, 2018

Understanding Donald Trump's Lies

How, when and why journalists should make clear that President Trump is not telling the truth.

What We Know (And What We Don't) about the 2018 Election
October 23, 2018

What We Know (And What We Don't) about the 2018 Election

Voters head to the polls 2 weeks from today. What should we expect?

The Reality TV Show of Trump and Ted
October 22, 2018

The Reality TV Show of Trump and Ted

The president will be in Houston Monday night to campaign for his frenemy Ted Cruz

Donald Trump's Awful 'Joke'
October 19, 2018

Donald Trump's Awful 'Joke'

At a campaign rally in Montana Thursday, the president celebrated a congressman assaulting a…

Robert Mueller and Paul Manafort Are Spending A LOT of Time Together
October 18, 2018

Robert Mueller and Paul Manafort Are Spending A LOT of Time Together

The former head of Donald Trump's 2016 campaign has spent more than 50 hours with the special…

Donald Trump Moves to Triangulate
October 17, 2018

Donald Trump Moves to Triangulate

Get nervous, Congressional Republicans via Knit

Donald Trump's $100 Million 2020 Haul
October 16, 2018

Donald Trump's $100 Million 2020 Haul

The President has already raised massive amounts of money for his reelection race

Elizabeth Warren Takes a DNA Test
October 15, 2018

Elizabeth Warren Takes a DNA Test

The Massachusetts Senator is trying to clear up any controversy about her Native American heritage…

What Beto's $38 Million Means
October 12, 2018

What Beto's $38 Million Means

The Texas Democrat's massive fundraising doesn't change the race in which he is still an…

The Trump-Ye Summit
October 11, 2018

The Trump-Ye Summit

The president and the rapper got together on Thursday at the White House. It went about as you might…

Michael Bloomberg Is a Democrat. Again.
October 10, 2018

Michael Bloomberg Is a Democrat. Again.

Why, you ask? 2020, I respond. via Knit

3 Theories for Nikki Haley's Sudden Departure
October 9, 2018

3 Theories for Nikki Haley's Sudden Departure

The abrupt resignation of the UN Ambassador stunned Washington - and left everyone wondering why.

Women Might Turn the House Blue
October 8, 2018

Women Might Turn the House Blue

A new WaPo poll shows women in battleground states are moving toward Democrats

Brett Kavanaugh Just Cleared a Major Senate Hurdle
October 5, 2018

Brett Kavanaugh Just Cleared a Major Senate Hurdle

The Senate votes 51-49 to end debate on the nomination. That bodes well for Kavanaugh in advance of…

What We Know (And What We Don't) about the Kavanaugh Confirmation Vote
October 4, 2018

What We Know (And What We Don't) about the Kavanaugh Confirmation Vote

Republicans are growing more confident they have the votes - even after North Dakota Sen. Heidi…

The New York Times Implodes Donald Trump's Creation Myth
October 3, 2018

The New York Times Implodes Donald Trump's Creation Myth

A massive report in the Times suggests that much of Trump's worth is thanks to his father,…

The Only 5 People Who Matter in the Kavanaugh Confirmation Fight
October 2, 2018

The Only 5 People Who Matter in the Kavanaugh Confirmation Fight

Keep an eye on Jeff Flake, Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins for Republicans and Joe Manchin and…

Welcome to Wait and See Week
October 1, 2018

Welcome to Wait and See Week

All eyes are on the FBI investigation into allegations against Brett Kavanaugh

What Jeff Flake Just Did and What It May Mean for Brett Kavanaugh
September 28, 2018

What Jeff Flake Just Did and What It May Mean for Brett Kavanaugh

The Arizona Senator suggested a one-week delay on a Senate floor vote on Kavanaugh's…

A Wrenching Day in Washington
September 27, 2018

A Wrenching Day in Washington

Testimony offered by Christine Blasey Ford and Brett Kavanaugh told totally different stories of the…

The Next 24 Hours May Be the Most Important of Trump's Presidency to Date
September 26, 2018

The Next 24 Hours May Be the Most Important of Trump's Presidency to Date

From the Rosenstein meeting to the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Supreme Court nominee Brett…

Donald Trump Spoke to the U.N. The U.N. Laughed
September 25, 2018

Donald Trump Spoke to the U.N. The U.N. Laughed

Trump bragged about all he has done for the country. World leaders were more skeptical.

Rod Rosenstein, Brett Kavanaugh and a Nuts News Day
September 24, 2018

Rod Rosenstein, Brett Kavanaugh and a Nuts News Day

Will the man overseeing the Mueller probe be fired? Will the Supreme Court nominee last the week?

Brett Kavanaugh's Accuser Looks Likely to Testify
September 21, 2018

Brett Kavanaugh's Accuser Looks Likely to Testify

Christine Blasey Ford and Senate Republicans are in discussions to have her appear in a Washington…

Brett Kavanaugh's Chances Just Went Down
September 20, 2018

Brett Kavanaugh's Chances Just Went Down

Kavanaugh's accuser looks likely to testify, which means his chances of getting confirmed are…

Is President Trump Hedging on Brett Kavanaugh?
September 19, 2018

Is President Trump Hedging on Brett Kavanaugh?

The President's comments on Wednesday suggest he wants to hear from Kavanaugh's accuser,…

The Kavanaugh-Ford Hearing Has the Highest Possible Stakes
September 18, 2018

The Kavanaugh-Ford Hearing Has the Highest Possible Stakes

The planned Senate Judiciary Committee hearing featuring the Supreme Court nominee and the woman…

Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court Confirmation Just Got a Lot Rockier
September 17, 2018

Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court Confirmation Just Got a Lot Rockier

Allegations of sexual assault against the nominee when he was a teenager throw his chances of making…

Paul Manafort Pleads Guilty
September 14, 2018

Paul Manafort Pleads Guilty

On Friday, former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort agreed to cooperate with the Justice…

Donald Trump Managed to Make a Hurricane about Him
September 13, 2018

Donald Trump Managed to Make a Hurricane about Him

The president's false tweets about the death toll in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria were a…

The Politics of Hurricane Florence
September 12, 2018

The Politics of Hurricane Florence

Natural disasters are human stories, yes. But, any time lots of people around the country are paying…

Voters Don't Trust Donald Trump. It May Not Matter.
September 11, 2018

Voters Don't Trust Donald Trump. It May Not Matter.

32% think Trump is honest and trustworthy in new CNN polling. That's about the same as those…

Why Ted Cruz Being Endangered Matters a Lot
September 10, 2018

Why Ted Cruz Being Endangered Matters a Lot

The competitiveness of the Texas Senate race has wide implications in the Senate playing field

Barack Obama Asked the Right Question on Friday
September 7, 2018

Barack Obama Asked the Right Question on Friday

"What happened to the Republican Party?" via…

Why the Times Op-Ed Makes Trump SO Mad
September 6, 2018

Why the Times Op-Ed Makes Trump SO Mad

Whoever wrote this op-ed knew Trump well enough to totally troll him hugely

What's Next in the Donald Trump-Bob Woodward Saga?
September 5, 2018

What's Next in the Donald Trump-Bob Woodward Saga?

5 storylines to watch as the fallout from "Fear: Trump in the White House" continues to build

Donald Trump's Massive Bob Woodward Problem
September 4, 2018

Donald Trump's Massive Bob Woodward Problem

The excerpts of Woodward's book on Trump are absolutely devastating

Donald Trump Just Can't Praise John McCain
August 31, 2018

Donald Trump Just Can't Praise John McCain

Oops he did it again via Knit

Donald Trump Just Made Jeff Sessions a Lame Duck
August 30, 2018

Donald Trump Just Made Jeff Sessions a Lame Duck

The president told Bloomberg he isn't going to fire his attorney general - until November 7th, …

Don McGahn's Departure from the White House Is a Big Deal
August 29, 2018

Don McGahn's Departure from the White House Is a Big Deal

The White House's top lawyer is leaving even as Robert Muller continues to investigate

Voters Are Voting!
August 28, 2018

Voters Are Voting!

Two races - with Trump implications - to watch in Arizona and Florida today

Donald Trump's Deafening Silence on John McCain
August 27, 2018

Donald Trump's Deafening Silence on John McCain

President Trump seems unwilling to offer anything beyond a tweet to honor the sacrifices of the late…

John McCain Stops Seeking Treatment
August 24, 2018

John McCain Stops Seeking Treatment

The Arizona Senator appears to be in his final days

Donald Trump vs Jeff Sessions, Part 676
August 23, 2018

Donald Trump vs Jeff Sessions, Part 676

The president savaged his attorney general in an interview with Fox News on Thursday morning. This…

The Worst Hour of Donald Trump's Presidency
August 22, 2018

The Worst Hour of Donald Trump's Presidency

The conviction of Paul Manafort and the plea deal of Michael Cohen dealt a double hammer blow to…

Brett Kavanaugh's Path to SCOTUS Just Got Easier
August 21, 2018

Brett Kavanaugh's Path to SCOTUS Just Got Easier

Maine GOP Sen. Susan Collins said Kavanaugh told her in a meeting that he believed Roe v. Wade was…

Rudy Giuliani's Assault on Truth, Continued
August 20, 2018

Rudy Giuliani's Assault on Truth, Continued

"Truth isn't truth," according to Donald Trump's personal attorney

The Trump Military Parade Is Off!
August 17, 2018

The Trump Military Parade Is Off!

Conceived on a whim, disliked by almost everyone who was told about it, President Trump pulled the…

The 5 Top 2020 Democratic Contenders
August 16, 2018

The 5 Top 2020 Democratic Contenders

A ranking of the most likely Democrats to face Donald Trump

The Democratic Wave Is Building
August 15, 2018

The Democratic Wave Is Building

A new CNN poll shows Democrats with a large advantage on the so-called "generic ballot" question

Sarah Sanders Leaves the N-Word Door Open
August 14, 2018

Sarah Sanders Leaves the N-Word Door Open

The White House press secretary said she "cannot guarantee" that Donald Trump didn't use a…

Why You Can't Just Ignore Omarosa
August 13, 2018

Why You Can't Just Ignore Omarosa

The former reality star and former Trump White House staffer is out with a new book that makes a…

Tuesday Night Was Good for Donald Trump. Republicans....Eh?
August 8, 2018

Tuesday Night Was Good for Donald Trump. Republicans....Eh?

Candidates Donald Trump endorsed won across the map in Republican primaries on Tuesday. That's…

Why Rick Gates Matters to Donald Trump
August 7, 2018

Why Rick Gates Matters to Donald Trump

The star witness in the trial of one-time Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort has to make the…

President Trump's Story Keeps Changing
August 6, 2018

President Trump's Story Keeps Changing

The Trump operation has struggled to tell the full truth about the Trump Tower meeting, and the…

Why Washington Republicans Keep Losing Races
August 3, 2018

Why Washington Republicans Keep Losing Races

A primary in Tennessee on Thursday proved a point: The Republican …

President Trump Really Wants to Talk to Robert Mueller
August 2, 2018

President Trump Really Wants to Talk to Robert Mueller

Confrontation and deal making is in Trump's DNA. No matter what his lawyers say.

Donald Trump Escalated the Russia Story Today
August 1, 2018

Donald Trump Escalated the Russia Story Today

The president urged his Attorney General to end the special counsel probe into Russia's…

John Kelly Is Staying Forever!
July 31, 2018

John Kelly Is Staying Forever!

The White House chief of staff agreed to stay on the job through 2020

Donald Trump Makes a Big Threat
July 30, 2018

Donald Trump Makes a Big Threat

Trump's threat to shut down the government unless he gets what he wants on the border wall…

Michael Cohen Just Dropped a Bomb into the Russia Investigation
July 27, 2018

Michael Cohen Just Dropped a Bomb into the Russia Investigation

The president's former fixer now says he will tell Robert Mueller that Trump knew in advance of…

Impeach Rod Rosenstein?
July 26, 2018

Impeach Rod Rosenstein?

A legislative move triggered by a handful of conservative Republicans won't work. But it may…

Michael Cohen Turns on Donald Trump
July 25, 2018

Michael Cohen Turns on Donald Trump

The release of a secretly recorded conversation between the President and his former fixer suggests…

Jeff Sessions' Big No-No
July 24, 2018

Jeff Sessions' Big No-No

"Lock her up" is not what an Attorney General should be saying

The White House Is Considering Revoking Former Intel Officers' Security Credentials
July 23, 2018

The White House Is Considering Revoking Former Intel Officers' Security Credentials

Citing the fact that former intelligence officials are pushing the idea of ties between Donald Trump…

The Michael Cohen Tapes
July 20, 2018

The Michael Cohen Tapes

Donald Trump's personal attorney secretly recorded conversations with the presidential…

The Definitive Rankings of 2020 Democratic Candidates
July 19, 2018

The Definitive Rankings of 2020 Democratic Candidates

The 10 people most likely to win the right to challenge Donald Trump in 2020.

Oops He Did It Again
July 18, 2018

Oops He Did It Again

Donald Trump said one thing and meant another. Again.

Donald Trump Tries to Clean up His Russia Mess (And Makes It Worse)
July 17, 2018

Donald Trump Tries to Clean up His Russia Mess (And Makes It Worse)

Donald Trump expressed confidence in his intelligence community, one day after undermining them. …

The Most Shameful and Stunning Moment of Donald Trump's Presidency
July 16, 2018

The Most Shameful and Stunning Moment of Donald Trump's Presidency

Trump refused to blame Russia for meddling in the 2016 election while standing next to Vladimir…

Indictments at Tea Time
July 13, 2018

Indictments at Tea Time

While President Trump met with Queen Elizabeth in London, Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein…

The Top Five US President and UK Prime Minister Relationships
July 12, 2018

The Top Five US President and UK Prime Minister Relationships

Why not rank them in a totally subjective and unscientific way?

President Trump Goes to Europe
July 11, 2018

President Trump Goes to Europe

This isn't Trump's first trip abroad, but this one is more loaded with tension than what…

The SCOTUS Pick Has Been Made!
July 10, 2018

The SCOTUS Pick Has Been Made!

President Donald Trump tapped Circuit Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh to be his nominee for the US…

The Next SCOTUS Nominee
July 9, 2018

The Next SCOTUS Nominee

Monday night in prime-time, just the way President Trump likes it.

President Trump's Dangerous Rhetoric
July 6, 2018

President Trump's Dangerous Rhetoric

The president's speech in Montana was a master class in demagoguery.

Scott Pruitt Is (Finally) Gone
July 5, 2018

Scott Pruitt Is (Finally) Gone

3 theories on why it took so long for President Trump to fire the embattled EPA administrator

President Trump's Fear/Reassurance Cycle
July 3, 2018

President Trump's Fear/Reassurance Cycle

Donald Trump's claim that he is the only thing keeping America from nuclear war is a sign of…

Is Michael Cohen Going to Flip?
July 2, 2018

Is Michael Cohen Going to Flip?

In an interview over the weekend, the one-time Trump fixer sounded like a man ready to talk.

President Donald Trump Expresses Sorrow for Loss of Reporters. Now, Will He Change His Rhetoric?
June 29, 2018

President Donald Trump Expresses Sorrow for Loss of Reporters. Now, Will He Change His Rhetoric?

The death of five reporters in Maryland had nothing to do with President Trump. But will he change…

The Immigration Bill Failed While You Weren't Looking
June 28, 2018

The Immigration Bill Failed While You Weren't Looking

The bill's failure means Congress still has no answer for the border separation crisis

Anthony Kennedy's Retirement Rocks Political Washington
June 27, 2018

Anthony Kennedy's Retirement Rocks Political Washington

The retirement of the Supreme Court's swing vote will give President Donald Trump a golden…

Takeaways from the Supreme Court's Travel Ban Decision
June 26, 2018

Takeaways from the Supreme Court's Travel Ban Decision

How Mitch McConnell won, the presidency got (even) more powerful and more!

What Maxine Waters' Low Road Strategy Gets Wrong about President Trump
June 25, 2018

What Maxine Waters' Low Road Strategy Gets Wrong about President Trump

The California Democrat urged harassment of Trump officials over the weekend.

President Trump Just Killed Immigration Reform, with One Tweet
June 22, 2018

President Trump Just Killed Immigration Reform, with One Tweet

On Friday morning, Donald Trump tweeted that it would be pointless to vote on immigration - days…

How Melania Trump's Jacket Became a Major News Story
June 21, 2018

How Melania Trump's Jacket Became a Major News Story

The First Lady wore a jacket with the words "I really don't care. Do U?" emblazoned on the back…

How Republicans Botched the Family Separation Issue
June 20, 2018

How Republicans Botched the Family Separation Issue

President Trump signed an order to allow children to stay in detention facilities with their…

House Republicans Are Getting Very Nervous about the Family Separation Issue
June 19, 2018

House Republicans Are Getting Very Nervous about the Family Separation Issue

With just 140 days until the November election, the border crisis could badly hamstring GOP efforts…

Republicans like President Trump's Family Separation Policy
June 18, 2018

Republicans like President Trump's Family Separation Policy

A new CNN poll finds that while most voters oppose Trump's zero tolerance border policy. Almost…

Jail Time for Paul Manafort
June 15, 2018

Jail Time for Paul Manafort

The former Trump campaign chairman's bail was revoked today.

The 7 Words That President Donald Trump Cares about in the Inspector General Report
June 14, 2018

The 7 Words That President Donald Trump Cares about in the Inspector General Report

The 500 page report details how James Comey and others broke with protocol during the 2016 election.…

Donald Trump Had a Very Good Tuesday
June 13, 2018

Donald Trump Had a Very Good Tuesday

Rep. Mark Sanford's primary loss on Tuesday signals that crossing Donald Trump is a very, very…

Donald Trump's Singapore Press Conference Was a Stunner
June 12, 2018

Donald Trump's Singapore Press Conference Was a Stunner

The president spent 60+ minutes answering questions and offering praise for North Korean leader Kim…

Donald Trump's G7 Chaos
June 11, 2018

Donald Trump's G7 Chaos

All eyes are on Singapore. But it's what Trump did in Quebec over the weekend that might matter…

Donald Trump's G7 Temper Tantrum
June 8, 2018

Donald Trump's G7 Temper Tantrum

The president has attacked a number of longtime American allies as he pursues a radically…

Donald Trump Doesn't Think He Needs to Prepare for the North Korea Summit
June 7, 2018

Donald Trump Doesn't Think He Needs to Prepare for the North Korea Summit

Of the June 12 meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, Trump said Tuesday: "I don't think…

Democrats Got What They Wanted in California
June 6, 2018

Democrats Got What They Wanted in California

Despite President Trump's tweet touting the California results, the news was, largely, quite…

Primary Day in California!
June 5, 2018

Primary Day in California!

What happens tonight in the Golden State could have a major impact on Democrats' chances of…

The Ever-Changing Story about the 2016 Trump Tower Meeting
June 4, 2018

The Ever-Changing Story about the 2016 Trump Tower Meeting

Turns out Donald Trump dictated the statement from his son to the New York Times!

The NoKo Summit Is Back On!
June 1, 2018

The NoKo Summit Is Back On!

The on again, off again summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un is back on...in 11 days time!

Donald Trump's Pardon Spree
May 31, 2018

Donald Trump's Pardon Spree

The president pardoned Dinesh D'Souza on Thursday. But D'Souza was only part of the story.…

Donald Trump Is a Horrible Boss. Just Ask Jeff Sessions.
May 30, 2018

Donald Trump Is a Horrible Boss. Just Ask Jeff Sessions.

On Wednesday, the president tweeted that he wished he had never hired Sessions to be his Attorney…

Donald Trump's Russia Obsession Worsens
May 29, 2018

Donald Trump's Russia Obsession Worsens

The President sent 14(!) tweets on the Russia investigation over the Memorial Day weekend

The Summit Is Off. Or On?
May 25, 2018

The Summit Is Off. Or On?

One day after President Trump canceled the U.S.-North Korea summit, he suggested that it might…

Trump Calls off the NoKo Summit
May 24, 2018

Trump Calls off the NoKo Summit

Trump's desire to make history runs into his wariness of making a bad deal

Donald Trump Just Totally Misquoted James Clapper on 'Spying'
May 23, 2018

Donald Trump Just Totally Misquoted James Clapper on 'Spying'

What the president says the former Director of National Intelligence said isn't, um, what he…

Why Donald Trump's FBI Move Is a Big Deal
May 22, 2018

Why Donald Trump's FBI Move Is a Big Deal

Trump's demand that the FBI look into the idea of an informant in the 2016 campaign is major…

6 Gop Talking Points That Explain Why Nothing Happens on Guns
May 21, 2018

6 Gop Talking Points That Explain Why Nothing Happens on Guns

Gun rights advocates view school shooting as a culture issue. And you can't legislate culture.…

Giuliani's Eyebrow-Raising Interview
May 18, 2018

Giuliani's Eyebrow-Raising Interview

President Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani appeared on CNN's New Day, and in the…

Congratulations America!
May 17, 2018

Congratulations America!

A flurry of headlines and tweets mark the 1-year anniversary of the Mueller probe.

Donald Trump's Debt to Michael Cohen
May 16, 2018

Donald Trump's Debt to Michael Cohen

In a new filing, President Trump shows that he reimbursed his personal attorney at least $100,000 -…

Primary Night!
May 15, 2018

Primary Night!

Pay close attention to Pennsylvania. via Knit

Donald Trump Complains about the Mueller Probe a Lot
May 14, 2018

Donald Trump Complains about the Mueller Probe a Lot

The president brings up the special counsel investigation around 20 times a day, according to the…

25% of the Trump Cabinet has Threatened to Resign
May 11, 2018

25% of the Trump Cabinet has Threatened to Resign

Department of Homeland security head Kirstjen Nielsen added her name to that list this week.

George Will Destroyed Mike Pence Today
May 10, 2018

George Will Destroyed Mike Pence Today

The conservative columnist crushed the vice president as a lackey for President Trump

Donald Trump's Latest 'Fake News' Tweet is Very Telling
May 9, 2018

Donald Trump's Latest 'Fake News' Tweet is Very Telling

The president calls things "fake." But what he really means is "bad for me."

It's Primary Day!
May 8, 2018

It's Primary Day!

4 states are voting today. Keep an eye on West Virginia's Senate race - where Republicans may…

Rudy Giuliani Gave a(nother) Disastrous Interview
May 7, 2018

Rudy Giuliani Gave a(nother) Disastrous Interview

The new face of President Trump's legal team isn't exactly bathing himself in glory these…

President Trump Says Rudy Giuliani Will Get His Facts Straight
May 4, 2018

President Trump Says Rudy Giuliani Will Get His Facts Straight

While Giuliani attempts to clarify his statements on the President's knowledge of Michael…

4 Words from Rudy Giuliani Undid Months of Misinformation from the White House on Stormy Daniels
May 3, 2018

4 Words from Rudy Giuliani Undid Months of Misinformation from the White House on Stormy Daniels

Giuliani acknowledged that President Trump was more involved in the payoff than anyone previously…

Another Shakeup on Donald Trump's Legal Team
May 2, 2018

Another Shakeup on Donald Trump's Legal Team

Ty Cobb is out - and with him goes any real chance that Trump will sit down for an interview with…

Mueller's Big Questions for Trump
May 1, 2018

Mueller's Big Questions for Trump

Robert Mueller's 50 questions for Trump leaked on Monday night. And we've got them.

Michelle Wolf's Controversial Speech Explained
April 30, 2018

Michelle Wolf's Controversial Speech Explained

The comedian napalmed the room at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Which was the point.

It's White House Correspondents Dinner Weekend!
April 27, 2018

It's White House Correspondents Dinner Weekend!

President Trump will be speaking in Washington - Washington, Michigan that is.

Donald Trump's Threat to the FBI
April 26, 2018

Donald Trump's Threat to the FBI

The president made clear in an interview with "Fox & Friends" that unless the Justice Department…

5 Reasons Why Ronny Jackson's Nomination is Probably Doomed
April 25, 2018

5 Reasons Why Ronny Jackson's Nomination is Probably Doomed

President Trump's nominee to head up the VA is insisting he will fight on amid a swirl of…

Donald Trump Just Showed Ronny Jackson the Exit
April 24, 2018

Donald Trump Just Showed Ronny Jackson the Exit

President Trump doesn't want to push his VA nominee out. But he wants him to go.

Republicans are going to make the 2018 election about...wait for it...Hillary Clinton
April 23, 2018

Republicans are going to make the 2018 election about...wait for it...Hillary Clinton

Some within the Republican base will react to this. But it's hard to imagine this election…

The Comey Memos
April 20, 2018

The Comey Memos

Former FBI Director James Comey's private memos, detailing his interactions with President…

Ted Cruz's Cop Out on Trump
April 19, 2018

Ted Cruz's Cop Out on Trump

The Texas Senator wrote an ode to the President, despite their very dicey past.

Nikki Haley Simply Isn't Having It
April 18, 2018

Nikki Haley Simply Isn't Having It

The U.N. Ambassador's takedown of White House economics adviser Larry Kudlow over economic…

Five Questions about Sean Hannity's Relationship with Michael Cohen
April 17, 2018

Five Questions about Sean Hannity's Relationship with Michael Cohen

The day after we learned the conservative talk show host was the mysterious client #3, questions…

The Most Important Line in James Comey's ABC Interview
April 16, 2018

The Most Important Line in James Comey's ABC Interview

The former FBI director told ABC's George Stephanopoulos that Donald Trump is morally unfit to…

The Comey Book Bonanza
April 13, 2018

The Comey Book Bonanza

Some of the most notable lines from former FBI Director James Comey's book "A Higher Loyalty."…

A Disturbing Pattern Emerges on Silencing Trump's Accusers
April 12, 2018

A Disturbing Pattern Emerges on Silencing Trump's Accusers

A third example was revealed Thursday. Someone who made accusations about Trump's personal life…

Paul Ryan Retires!
April 11, 2018

Paul Ryan Retires!

The Speaker of the House will leave Congress at the end of this term. That's a very big deal…

What Donald Trump Gets Wrong on Attorney-Client Privilege
April 10, 2018

What Donald Trump Gets Wrong on Attorney-Client Privilege

Donald Trump, meet the crime-fraud exception. via…

The Simple Reason Donald Trump Answered Questions About Stormy Daniels
April 6, 2018

The Simple Reason Donald Trump Answered Questions About Stormy Daniels

He was in a good mood after a tax event in West Virginia.

The Scott Pruitt Death Watch Continues
April 5, 2018

The Scott Pruitt Death Watch Continues

The EPA head is everything Donald Trump loves. Also, everything he hates.

Why Donald Trump - Deep Down - Wants to Sit Down With Bob Mueller
April 4, 2018

Why Donald Trump - Deep Down - Wants to Sit Down With Bob Mueller

The president loves drama and man vs. man competition.

Scott Pruitt May Not Be Long For The Trump Cabinet
April 3, 2018

Scott Pruitt May Not Be Long For The Trump Cabinet

The EPA Administrator is facing a slew of negative headlines. Is he the next one voted off Trump…

Donald Trump's Dog Whistle has Turned into a Scream
April 2, 2018

Donald Trump's Dog Whistle has Turned into a Scream

The president's tweets on Mexico and a caravan of people trying to surge into the U.S. might…

Nobody Puts Hillary in a Corner
March 30, 2018

Nobody Puts Hillary in a Corner

During a speech at Rutgers University, Hillary Clinton responds to the criticism that she should…

Election 2020: Trump vs. Biden?
March 29, 2018

Election 2020: Trump vs. Biden?

CNN's latest poll shows over half of Americans think Trump will lose in 2020. But that…

Trump's Two Track Storm System
March 28, 2018

Trump's Two Track Storm System

It's no surprise that the president hasn't held public events at the White House while…

Census 2020: The Citizenship Question
March 27, 2018

Census 2020: The Citizenship Question

Including this question on the 2020 Census will likely have polarizing political implications.

Five Things We Learned from the Stormy Daniels Interview
March 26, 2018

Five Things We Learned from the Stormy Daniels Interview

The top takeaways from the Stormy Daniels interview on "60 Minutes," and what they could mean for…

New White House, Who This?
March 23, 2018

New White House, Who This?

Most presidents wait until their second term to shake up their cabinet. It's only taken Trump…

Donald Trump's Lead Lawyer Just Quit
March 22, 2018

Donald Trump's Lead Lawyer Just Quit

What John Dowd's resignations tell us about the president's views of the Russia probe

The Pressure Is Building All Around Donald Trump
March 21, 2018

The Pressure Is Building All Around Donald Trump

From resurfaced allegations of affairs to a leaked phone call with Vladimir Putin, the president is…

Did You Hear About the Government Shutdown?
March 20, 2018

Did You Hear About the Government Shutdown?

The federal government will close Friday night unless Congress does something. So...

Why Jeff Flake Could Be A 2020 Problem For Donald Trump
March 19, 2018

Why Jeff Flake Could Be A 2020 Problem For Donald Trump

The Arizona Republican isn't going to beat Trump. But he can make the incumbent's life…

What the Pennsylvania Special Election Signals for Republicans
March 16, 2018

What the Pennsylvania Special Election Signals for Republicans

Following this week's special election in Pennsylvania, a new analysis by CNN's political…

The Mueller Probe Widens (Again)
March 15, 2018

The Mueller Probe Widens (Again)

The subpoena of documents from the Trump Organization raise questions about the president's…

A Democratic Earthquake In Southwestern Pennsylvania
March 14, 2018

A Democratic Earthquake In Southwestern Pennsylvania

Conor Lamb appears to have narrowly won a House seat that Donald Trump carried by 20 points in 2016.…

5 More People Donald Trump Might Be Firing
March 13, 2018

5 More People Donald Trump Might Be Firing

In the wake of Trump's dismissal of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, there are plenty of other…

Donald Trump Proves He's Afraid Of The NRA
March 12, 2018

Donald Trump Proves He's Afraid Of The NRA

The President released his much-awaited gun proposal Sunday night. What isn't in it matters…

Of course, Donald Trump Agreed To Meet With Kim Jong Un
March 9, 2018

Of course, Donald Trump Agreed To Meet With Kim Jong Un

From his embrace of unorthodoxy to his love for reality TV spectacles, this meeting has it all for…

The White House's Stormy Story Is Hard To Believe
March 8, 2018

The White House's Stormy Story Is Hard To Believe

Nine things you need to believe if you want to believe the White House version of events with Stormy…

What We Learned from the Stormy Daniels Lawsuit
March 7, 2018

What We Learned from the Stormy Daniels Lawsuit

We learned Trump's alleged alias and so much more!

Donald Trump Says There Is No CHAOS At The White House. Um...
March 6, 2018

Donald Trump Says There Is No CHAOS At The White House. Um...

The last two weeks at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue have been all chaos, all the time.

Hear the Nunberg interviews
March 5, 2018

Hear the Nunberg interviews

Former Trump Campaign aide Sam Nunberg spent Monday afternoon on the phone with CNN reporters saying…

This Might Be The Scariest Thing Donald Trump Has Said Yet
March 5, 2018

This Might Be The Scariest Thing Donald Trump Has Said Yet

President Donald Trump praised the president of China for abolishing term limits. That should make…

No One Really Knows What Donald Trump Thinks About Gun Control
March 2, 2018

No One Really Knows What Donald Trump Thinks About Gun Control

President Trump has given a series of mixed signals on where he wants the gun debate to head next.…

The White House Slips Further Into Chaos
March 1, 2018

The White House Slips Further Into Chaos

The surprise resignation of White House Communications Director Hope Hicks comes as unwelcome news…

Jared Kushner Just Had A Terrible 24 Hours
February 28, 2018

Jared Kushner Just Had A Terrible 24 Hours

President Trump's son in law saw his security clearance downgraded and a report surfaced that…

What If The Florida Shooting Didn't Change Anything?
February 27, 2018

What If The Florida Shooting Didn't Change Anything?

Congress looks unlikely to do anything major in the way of gun reform. We've seen this movie…

Donald Trump Wants To Do Something On Guns
February 26, 2018

Donald Trump Wants To Do Something On Guns

He isn't exactly sure what. via Knit

Donald Trump's 2nd Amendment Scare Tactic
February 23, 2018

Donald Trump's 2nd Amendment Scare Tactic

The president said that Democrats would repeal the 2nd amendment if they got control of Congress in…

The Fight On Guns Has Begun
February 22, 2018

The Fight On Guns Has Begun

Eight days after the school shooting in Florida, the political lines over the future of the gun…

One Number To Remember About Guns
February 21, 2018

One Number To Remember About Guns

A reminder of how many people want background checks to buy guns in advance of CNN's town hall…

Donald Trump and Mitt Romney are friends now!
February 20, 2018

Donald Trump and Mitt Romney are friends now!

[narrator voice] They were not friends via Knit

Happy President's Day!
February 19, 2018

Happy President's Day!

10 random facts about our presidents to amaze your friends and vanquish your enemies

What Donald Trump Can't Deny Now
February 16, 2018

What Donald Trump Can't Deny Now

Special counsel Robert Mueller indicted 13 Russians in connection to a broad scale attempt by the…

Twitter Trump vs Teleprompter Trump
February 15, 2018

Twitter Trump vs Teleprompter Trump

The two sides of the president are on display in his reaction to the school shooting in Parkland,…

Questions about Rob Porter and Stormy Daniels Continue to Swirl
February 14, 2018

Questions about Rob Porter and Stormy Daniels Continue to Swirl

Congress investigates the White House over security clearances, in the wake of Rob Porter's…

People Are Leaving The Trump White House At A Record Rate
February 13, 2018

People Are Leaving The Trump White House At A Record Rate

More than 1 in 3 staffers left the White House in the first year of Trump's presidency.…

The White House Still Can't Get Its Story Straight On Rob Porter
February 12, 2018

The White House Still Can't Get Its Story Straight On Rob Porter

President Trump seemed to defend his former staff secretary in a tweet over the weekend although top…

Donald Trump's Defense of Rob Porter
February 9, 2018

Donald Trump's Defense of Rob Porter

The president defends a former staffer who faces charges of domestic abuse from both of his…

6 Questions The White House Needs To Answer On Rob Porter
February 8, 2018

6 Questions The White House Needs To Answer On Rob Porter

The resignation of the White House staff secretary amid allegations of domestic abuse create a slew…

Donald Trump Wants a Parade
February 7, 2018

Donald Trump Wants a Parade

The president likes the military. And he wants to show it off.

How Donald Trump Lives (and Dies) by the Dow
February 6, 2018

How Donald Trump Lives (and Dies) by the Dow

The Dow's historic drop on Monday proves that tying your economic message to the market is a…

Super Bowl Ads Trolled Trump Without Mentioning His Name
February 5, 2018

Super Bowl Ads Trolled Trump Without Mentioning His Name

Donald Trump wasn't mentioned in a single commercial on Sunday night. But his presence was…

What The Nunes Memo Proves
February 2, 2018

What The Nunes Memo Proves

It's not all that much.... via Knit

Donald Trump Lied About His State of the Union Ratings. Why?
February 1, 2018

Donald Trump Lied About His State of the Union Ratings. Why?

Dismiss this little white lie at your peril. via…

6 Takeaways from President Trump's SOTU Speech
January 31, 2018

6 Takeaways from President Trump's SOTU Speech

From America First to the very dim hope of bipartisan cooperation, a breakdown of Trump's first…

What Trump's SOTU Speech Won't Tell Us
January 30, 2018

What Trump's SOTU Speech Won't Tell Us

Traditionally, the State of the Union speech is a blueprint for the year ahead, but don't…

The Governing Wing of the GOP is Nearing Extinction
January 29, 2018

The Governing Wing of the GOP is Nearing Extinction

Another moderate Republican called it quits on Monday. That's 35 House GOPers not running again…

Another Chaotic Week for Donald Trump
January 26, 2018

Another Chaotic Week for Donald Trump

President Trump returns from Davos, ending a chaotic week that began with a government shut down and…

The Secret Society Conspiracy Collapses
January 25, 2018

The Secret Society Conspiracy Collapses

Forty-eight hours ago, Republicans were pushing the idea of a widespread conspiracy within the FBI.…

A Republican Congressman's Disastrous Interview
January 24, 2018

A Republican Congressman's Disastrous Interview

Meet Republican Rep. Pat Meehan of Pennsylvania via…

Winners and Losers From The Government Shutdown
January 23, 2018

Winners and Losers From The Government Shutdown

Mitch McConnell wins. 2020 Democrats lose. via…

Donald Trump's Woman Problem
January 23, 2018

Donald Trump's Woman Problem

A new CNN poll paints a dire picture for the president among female voters

How Congress Has Already Failed
January 19, 2018

How Congress Has Already Failed

Whether a deal is cut to keep the government open or not, Congress is shirking its duty.

What I Learned By Reading Letters From Trump Supporters
January 18, 2018

What I Learned By Reading Letters From Trump Supporters

A window into the people who voted for Trump, and like the job he is doing in the White House

Republicans are going to get blamed if the government shuts down
January 17, 2018

Republicans are going to get blamed if the government shuts down

History suggests a government shutdown could be a political disaster for Republicans.

Someone is lying about the s-hole immigration meeting
January 16, 2018

Someone is lying about the s-hole immigration meeting

Four senators are offering 2 very different version of what President Trump said in last…

Republican Senators Defend Trump Amid 'S-Hole' Controversy
January 15, 2018

Republican Senators Defend Trump Amid 'S-Hole' Controversy

President Trump takes to Twitter to accuse Senator Dick Durbin of lying about his "s-hole" comments…

Donald Trump denies (sort of) saying 's-hole'
January 12, 2018

Donald Trump denies (sort of) saying 's-hole'

The president's description of several countries - including El Salvador and the nations of…

Donald Trump Hits Rock Bottom
January 11, 2018

Donald Trump Hits Rock Bottom

The president's description of places like El Salvador, Haiti and Africa as "shithole…

Another Republican Bites The Dust
January 10, 2018

Another Republican Bites The Dust

California Rep. Darrell Issa announces his retirement Tuesday, the 32nd Republican to do so in…

Donald Trump's 55 Minutes Talkathon
January 9, 2018

Donald Trump's 55 Minutes Talkathon

President Donald Trump holds a meeting to talk about the way forward on immigration. And he meets…

Oprah 2020?!
January 8, 2018

Oprah 2020?!

The speech the media mogul gave Sunday night at the Golden Globes has set off a flurry of…

10 questions about Trumpworld from Fire and Fury
January 5, 2018

10 questions about Trumpworld from Fire and Fury

Michael Wolff's blockbuster look at the Trump White House is causing all sorts of …

The 'Chaos' Presidency of Donald Trump Reaches A New Level
January 4, 2018

The 'Chaos' Presidency of Donald Trump Reaches A New Level

Trump's 2018 has revealed that chaos is not a sustainable governing strategy.

The End Of The Trump-Bannon Era Is Here
January 3, 2018

The End Of The Trump-Bannon Era Is Here

President Trump savaged Steve Bannon following the release of book excerpts in which the former…

347 days. 1,950 mistruths. 1 Donald Trump.
January 2, 2018

347 days. 1,950 mistruths. 1 Donald Trump.

The president is not telling the truth at a record rate.

New Year's Day Edition!
December 31, 2017

New Year's Day Edition!

A look at four politicians to watch in 2018 via…

Christmas Special Edition!
December 24, 2017

Christmas Special Edition!

A naughty and nice list for politics in 2017 via…

Politics Takes a (Sort of) Break
December 21, 2017

Politics Takes a (Sort of) Break

The government is staying open. Donald Trump is going to Mar-a-Lago. And I am taking a break.

The GOP Tax Bill Passes. Now What?
December 20, 2017

The GOP Tax Bill Passes. Now What?

Republicans - led by President Trump - got what they wanted with a major tax cut bill set to become…

Donald Trump will Never Release His Taxes
December 19, 2017

Donald Trump will Never Release His Taxes

The Trump tax bill will pass. But, we may never know just how much President Trump and his family…

Donald Trump's Very Political Amtrak Crash Tweet
December 18, 2017

Donald Trump's Very Political Amtrak Crash Tweet

The president used a derailment in Washington State to push for infrastructure spending...which was…

Biden 2020?
December 15, 2017

Biden 2020?

Joe Biden's recent interviews suggest that he is definitely thinking about running for…

Paul Ryan, Exit Right?
December 14, 2017

Paul Ryan, Exit Right?

The House Speaker is pondering his political future. Leaving Congress in 2018 makes a lot of sense.…

How Doug Jones Won in Alabama
December 13, 2017

How Doug Jones Won in Alabama

The exit polls reveal major warning signals for Republicans headed into the 2018 midterm elections.…

We Have a Winner in Alabama!
December 12, 2017

We Have a Winner in Alabama!

No matter whether Doug Jones or Roy Moore wins Alabama's Senate seat tonight, partisanship has…

Sweet Home Pensacola
December 8, 2017

Sweet Home Pensacola

Ahead of President Trump's rally in Florida Friday night, he tweets out numerous remarks…

Al Franken is Resigning. But He's Not Sorry.
December 7, 2017

Al Franken is Resigning. But He's Not Sorry.

The Minnesota Democratic Senator formally announced he would resign amid allegations of groping and…

A Massive Moment for Women in The Senate
December 6, 2017

A Massive Moment for Women in The Senate

A unified group of a half-dozen Democratic Senators on Wednesday called for Al Franken's…

John Conyers Resigned. But He Still Doesn't Get It.
December 5, 2017

John Conyers Resigned. But He Still Doesn't Get It.

The long-serving Michigan Democrat stepped away from Congress on Tuesday amid mounting sexual…

President Donald Trump Endorses Roy Moore
December 4, 2017

President Donald Trump Endorses Roy Moore

In retrospect, this was inevitable. via Knit

Trump's Highs and Lows on Friday
December 1, 2017

Trump's Highs and Lows on Friday

Just as the GOP tax bill is gaining momentum, Trump faced a blow this morning when Michael Flynn…

Rexit! (Maybe)
November 30, 2017

Rexit! (Maybe)

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson may not be long for his job.

Is Donald Trump Losing Control?
November 29, 2017

Is Donald Trump Losing Control?

The president has been acting wilder and more erratic in the last 48 hours.

Donald Trump's 0-Dimensional Chess Game
November 28, 2017

Donald Trump's 0-Dimensional Chess Game

A Trump tweet led to the cancelation of a meeting to talk about avoiding a government shutdown -…

Donald Trump: Bully-in-Chief
November 27, 2017

Donald Trump: Bully-in-Chief

Trump called Elizabeth Warren "Pocahontas" in front of a group of Navajo code talkers on Monday.…

Donald Trump's 5 Best Thanksgiving Tweets
November 22, 2017

Donald Trump's 5 Best Thanksgiving Tweets

Happy (almost) Turkey Day. I'm counting down the five Trump Thanksgiving tweets you need to…

Donald Trump Just Did Roy Moore a Big Favor
November 21, 2017

Donald Trump Just Did Roy Moore a Big Favor

President Trump breaks his silence on the Alabama Senate nominee today. The President insists that…

President Trump Weighs in, Sort of
November 17, 2017

President Trump Weighs in, Sort of

Donald Trump has something to say about Senator Al Franken's situation, but still nothing to…

Can Al Franken Survive?
November 16, 2017

Can Al Franken Survive?

The Minnesota Democrat finds himself in deep political trouble following revelations he sexually…

Donald Trump's Dry-Mouthed Victory Lap
November 15, 2017

Donald Trump's Dry-Mouthed Victory Lap

Less than 24 hours after landing back in the US, Donald Trump gives a speech touting his…

Jeff Sessions Russia Contradiction
November 14, 2017

Jeff Sessions Russia Contradiction

The Attorney General testified Tuesday that he had been entirely consistent in his answers on…

Roy Moore Probably isn't Going to be Senator
November 13, 2017

Roy Moore Probably isn't Going to be Senator

A woman comes forward today alleging the Alabama Senate nominee sexually assaulted her when she was…

Roy Moore isn't Going Anywhere
November 10, 2017

Roy Moore isn't Going Anywhere

The Alabama Republican Senate nominee isn't planning to leave the race following allegations of…

An Explosive Report on Roy Moore Shakes the GOP
November 9, 2017

An Explosive Report on Roy Moore Shakes the GOP

The Washington Post's report that Moore had relationships with 4 girls aged 14-18 when he was…

Donald Trump's Very Bad Election Day
November 8, 2017

Donald Trump's Very Bad Election Day

Results across the country suggest Republicans have a Donald Trump problem going into 2018.

Donald Trump Hits a New Low
November 6, 2017

Donald Trump Hits a New Low

A new CNN poll shows just 36% of Americans approve of the job Trump is doing.

This is the Week Russia Got Real
November 3, 2017

This is the Week Russia Got Real

From the Paul Manafort indictment to Jared Kushner being asked for documents, the special counsel…

The Russia Investigation Draws Closer to President Trump
November 2, 2017

The Russia Investigation Draws Closer to President Trump

Special counsel Bob Muller has asked Trump son in lawn Jared Kushner to turn over documents and…

A Tale of Two Trump Reactions
November 1, 2017

A Tale of Two Trump Reactions

Donald Trump's response to the Las Vegas shooting was radically different than how he responded…

Donald Trump's 'Mini Me'
October 31, 2017

Donald Trump's 'Mini Me'

Chief of Staff, John Kelly, has a lot more in common with Donald Trump than you may think.

It's Indictment Day!
October 30, 2017

It's Indictment Day!

Why the indictment of Paul Manafort is only the 2nd most important thing that happened on Monday.

A Confusing Week that Benefits Donald Trump
October 27, 2017

A Confusing Week that Benefits Donald Trump

Investigations! Counter investigations! Julian Assange! Dossiers! WikiLeaks!

There is a Civil War in the GOP. Trump is Winning It
October 26, 2017

There is a Civil War in the GOP. Trump is Winning It

Between the House approving a budget that adds $1.5 trillion to the deficit and two Trump critics…

A Good Day for Donald Trump
October 25, 2017

A Good Day for Donald Trump

Today was a very rare day where good storylines outweigh bad ones for the president

Jeff Flake Stuns the Political World
October 24, 2017

Jeff Flake Stuns the Political World

The Arizona Republican Senator's retirement exposes the deep rift within the GOP caused by…

Donald Trump Just Hit a New Low
October 23, 2017

Donald Trump Just Hit a New Low

Trump sent a tweet Monday alleging that Myeshia Johnson, the widow of an American soldier killed in…

What Sarah Sanders Gets Wrong About the Free Press
October 20, 2017

What Sarah Sanders Gets Wrong About the Free Press

The White House press secretary says that it was "inappropriate" to question Chief of Staff John…

John Kelly's Stunning Press Conference
October 19, 2017

John Kelly's Stunning Press Conference

The White House Chief of Staff speaks movingly about his son's death in Afghanistan in 2010 as…

A Disputed Presidential Phone Call
October 18, 2017

A Disputed Presidential Phone Call

On Tuesday, Donald Trump called the widow of one of the soldiers killed in Niger. That's where…

It's Donald Trump's GOP Now
October 17, 2017

It's Donald Trump's GOP Now

A new CNN poll suggests the Republican party is split. But that it's not split evenly.

Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell make nice
October 16, 2017

Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell make nice

President Trump and the Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell, insist reports of their animosity…

President Trump Moves to Undo Obamacare
October 13, 2017

President Trump Moves to Undo Obamacare

Two decisions over the last 24 hours by Trump puts the future of the Affordable Care Act in real…

John Kelly Isn't Quitting!
October 12, 2017

John Kelly Isn't Quitting!

The White House Chief of Staff talked to the media Thursday - and revealed something important about…

Donald Trump Ups the Ante in his Media War
October 11, 2017

Donald Trump Ups the Ante in his Media War

The president threatened to take away the broadcasting licenses for "fake news" operations. That…

Donald Trump's IQ Obsession
October 10, 2017

Donald Trump's IQ Obsession

Donald Trump has a higher IQ than Rex Tillerson, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Jeb Bush and Jon…

Donald Trump Goes to War with GOP
October 9, 2017

Donald Trump Goes to War with GOP

President Trump continues to feud with Tennessee Senator Bob Corker, signaling a broader fight is on…

Donald Trump's 'Calm Before the Storm'
October 6, 2017

Donald Trump's 'Calm Before the Storm'

President Trump floats the idea of military action at a dinner with his Generals. Or does he?

Trump Escalates War on Fake News
October 5, 2017

Trump Escalates War on Fake News

The president suggests on Twitter on Thursday that the Senate Intelligence Committee should…

Bob Corker Unloads on Donald Trump
October 4, 2017

Bob Corker Unloads on Donald Trump

The retiring Tennessee Republican senator suggested that Trump was a force for chaos in the country…

Donald Trump's Big Fail in Puerto Rico
October 3, 2017

Donald Trump's Big Fail in Puerto Rico

President Trump needed to show he could be empathetic to the plight of others during a visit to the…

Donald Trump's Empathy Test
October 2, 2017

Donald Trump's Empathy Test

In the next 48 hours President Trump will travel to Puerto Rico and Las Vegas to comfort those…

Price Cut!
September 29, 2017

Price Cut!

President Trump parted ways with Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price Friday afternoon. But…

Democrats Keep Winning Races They Shouldn't
September 28, 2017

Democrats Keep Winning Races They Shouldn't

Democrats picked up 2 Republican-held state legislative seats on Tuesday night. That matters more…

Donald Trump's Odd Math on Healthcare
September 27, 2017

Donald Trump's Odd Math on Healthcare

Today, the president claimed that Republicans have the votes to repeal and replace Obamacare. But,…

Repeal and Replace is Dead
September 26, 2017

Repeal and Replace is Dead

Senate Republicans admit defeat on Tuesday, ending -- for now -- an almost 8 year campaign to get…

Repeal and Replace is Slipping from Republicans
September 25, 2017

Repeal and Replace is Slipping from Republicans

With 2 Republicans already against the Graham-Cassidy bill, Republicans are struggling to avoid…

John McCain Deals a Major Blow to Healthcare Repeal Efforts
September 22, 2017

John McCain Deals a Major Blow to Healthcare Repeal Efforts

The Arizona Republican will vote no on the Graham-Cassidy legislation, leaving Republicans with zero…

Donald Trump Gets a Little Good News
September 21, 2017

Donald Trump Gets a Little Good News

Two new polls show Trumps' approval rating inching upward following his deal with Democrats on…

Bob Mueller is Now Looking into Trump
September 20, 2017

Bob Mueller is Now Looking into Trump

The special counsel is seeking documents from the White House related to Trump's firing of Mike…

Donald Trump's Very Trumpian UN Speech
September 19, 2017

Donald Trump's Very Trumpian UN Speech

The President gave a muscular speech in which he repeatedly taunted and provoked North Korea and its…

The FBI wire-tapped Paul Manafort
September 18, 2017

The FBI wire-tapped Paul Manafort

The news that Manafort, the one-time campaign chairman for Trump's 2016 bid, was the focus of…

Donald Trump Post-London Tweet Storm Didn't Wait For the Facts
September 15, 2017

Donald Trump Post-London Tweet Storm Didn't Wait For the Facts

The president used the London Underground incident to make a pitch for his travel ban long before…

Donald Trump just defended his Charlottesville response. Again.
September 14, 2017

Donald Trump just defended his Charlottesville response. Again.

Aboard Air Force One Thursday, the president insisted his emphasis on violence being present on…

Russia, Russia, Russia
September 13, 2017

Russia, Russia, Russia

Today was a reminder of the massive threat the special counsel's investigation poses to the…

This is Bernie Sanders' Party Now
September 12, 2017

This is Bernie Sanders' Party Now

No fewer than 5 potential 2020 Democratic candidates have signed on to Sanders' single-payer…

A Concerning Republican Retirement Trend
September 11, 2017

A Concerning Republican Retirement Trend

The retirement announcement of Michigan Rep. Dave Trott is the 3rd in the last week in a swing…

Donald Trump Faces a Republican Revolt
September 8, 2017

Donald Trump Faces a Republican Revolt

Trump's deal-making with Democrats in Congress leaves his already-strained relations with…

Donald Trump 2.0?
September 7, 2017

Donald Trump 2.0?

The president promised more across-the-aisle deal-making today. Will he keep it up?

Donald Trump's Bad Deal
September 6, 2017

Donald Trump's Bad Deal

The dealmaker-in-chief cut a bad bargain with Democrats on the debt ceiling today.

Trump Kicks DACA to Congress
September 5, 2017

Trump Kicks DACA to Congress

The president struggled with what to do about the so-called "Dreamers." So he pushed the burden of…

Why Congress May Not Solve the Dreamers' Problem
September 4, 2017

Why Congress May Not Solve the Dreamers' Problem

The last time Congress addressed the so-called "Dreamers," back in 2010, the votes just weren't…

Donald Trump's Big DACA Decision
September 1, 2017

Donald Trump's Big DACA Decision

The president has a Tuesday deadline to decide whether to deport children brought to the country as…

Donald Trump's Scary September
August 31, 2017

Donald Trump's Scary September

Once Labor Day passes, the legislative and political challenges for a president who has struggled…

Chris Christie Slams Ted Cruz on Hurricane Harvey
August 30, 2017

Chris Christie Slams Ted Cruz on Hurricane Harvey

Christie called Cruz's support for Harvey disaster relief - after opposing superstorm Sandy…

Donald Trump's Crowd Size Obsession
August 29, 2017

Donald Trump's Crowd Size Obsession

President Trump went to Corpus Christi to visit a Hurricane Harvey disaster relief center. He talked…

Trump's Harvey Handling
August 28, 2017

Trump's Harvey Handling

Donald Trump has sent 20 tweets since Friday on the hurricane battering Houston.

Donald Trump's Harvey Test
August 25, 2017

Donald Trump's Harvey Test

A major hurricane is set to hit the Gulf Coast this weekend. Trump needs to show leadership and…

Donald Trump keeps attacking GOP Senators
August 24, 2017

Donald Trump keeps attacking GOP Senators

Tennessee Sen. Bob Corker became the 11th Republican senator that Trump or his White House have…

The Trump Whiplash Effect
August 23, 2017

The Trump Whiplash Effect

On Tuesday night, President Trump delivered a fiery campaign speech. Today, he gave a serious…

Donald Trump Holds a Campaign Rally in Arizona
August 22, 2017

Donald Trump Holds a Campaign Rally in Arizona

What the president shouldn't say - and what he might.

Paul Ryan Tries to Save Republicanism from Donald Trump
August 21, 2017

Paul Ryan Tries to Save Republicanism from Donald Trump

Ahead of a CNN Town Hall Monday night, the Speaker of the House put out a statement on Facebook…

Steve Bannon Gone (But Not Forgotten)
August 18, 2017

Steve Bannon Gone (But Not Forgotten)

Donald Trump fires Steve Bannon, his chief strategist, today. But Bannon-ism remains a potent force…

Bob Corker Went There on Donald Trump
August 17, 2017

Bob Corker Went There on Donald Trump

The Tennessee Republican Senator questions the president's 'competence' in…

Donald Trump's 7th Grade Move
August 16, 2017

Donald Trump's 7th Grade Move

Amid resignation from a number of top CEOs, President Trump disbands two executive councils on…

Donald Trump's Dangerous Moral Failure
August 15, 2017

Donald Trump's Dangerous Moral Failure

President Trump's unwillingness to condemn white supremacists who violently protested in…

What Trump Still Gets Wrong About Charlottesville
August 14, 2017

What Trump Still Gets Wrong About Charlottesville

The president speaks on the white supremacist protests in Charlottesville for the second time today.…

Donald Trump Has a Senate Problem
August 11, 2017

Donald Trump Has a Senate Problem

More than a dozen GOP Senators go public with their support for Mitch McConnell after the president…

President Trump Keeps Attacking His Own Party
August 10, 2017

President Trump Keeps Attacking His Own Party

Donald Trump engages in an extended attack on Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. Why? Who…

The FBI Raided Paul Manafort's House
August 9, 2017

The FBI Raided Paul Manafort's House

News that FBI agents raided Trump's ex-campaign chairman Paul Manafort's home in July…

President Trump vs North Korea
August 8, 2017

President Trump vs North Korea

Tensions rise as the rhetoric on North Korea continues to surge

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President Trump vs North Korea

Chris Cillizza

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