One Word Describes Trump
A century ago, a German sociologist explained precisely how the president thinks about the world.
ICE Isn’t Delivering the Mass Deportation Trump Wants
The president promised millions of removals, but reality has intervened.
The Diseases Are Coming
Elon Musk’s slash-and-burn government tear will have lasting effects on global health.
What Ketamine Does to the Human Brain
Excessive use of the drug can make anyone feel like they rule the world.
Mahmoud Khalil’s Detention Is a Trial Run
The pro-Palestine student was arrested without due process for exercising his right to free speech. He will not be the last.
Anti-Semitism Is Just a Pretext
It’s the Trump administration, not Columbia, that has done nothing to confront anti-Semitism in its own ranks.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
The Only Question Trump Asks Himself
Trump does not do “policy” as Washington understands that term. His approach is personal, transactional, ad hoc, and episodic.
The Whiplash Presidency
The president and his aides are changing their minds at nauseating speed.
A Great Way to Get Americans to Eat Worse
President Trump’s tariffs are poised to make fruits and vegetables even more expensive.
The FAA’s Troubles Are More Serious Than You Know
The agency responsible for air safety is facing deep cuts and interference by Elon Musk.
Don’t Invite a Recession In
Chaos, tariffs, and nervous consumers
Trump Is Nero While Washington Burns
‘Trump’s message is that being his ally serves no purpose, because he will not defend you.’
Winners of the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards Open Competition
A collection of some of the winning and shortlisted photos from this year’s competition
Trump Drops the Mask
The president’s latest positions on the Russia-Ukraine war reveal that he is indifferent to ongoing slaughter—indeed, he is willing to increase it.
There’s a Term for What Trump and Musk Are Doing
How regime change happens in America
Why the Past 10 Years of American Life Have Been Uniquely Stupid
It’s not just a phase.
The Rise of the Brutal American
This is how the bad guys act.
DOGE’s Plans to Replace Humans With AI Are Already Under Way
The civil service is being turned over to machines.
Dear James: I Hate Playing With My Children
And I’m riddled with mom guilt.
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