His Daughter Was America’s First Measles Death in a Decade
A visit with a family in mourning
Teens Are Forgoing a Classic Rite of Passage
Fewer young people are getting into relationships.
One Word Describes Trump
A century ago, a German sociologist explained precisely how the president thinks about the world.
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.
What Ketamine Does to the Human Brain
Excessive use of the drug can make anyone feel like they rule the world.
The Whiplash Presidency
The president and his aides are changing their minds at nauseating speed.
ICE Isn’t Delivering the Mass Deportation Trump Wants
The president promised millions of removals, but reality has intervened.
Don’t Invite a Recession In
Chaos, tariffs, and nervous consumers
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.
The Diseases Are Coming
Elon Musk’s slash-and-burn government tear will have lasting effects on global health.
How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days
He used the constitution to shatter the constitution.
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.
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.
Growing Up Murdoch
James Murdoch on mind games, sibling rivalry, and the war for the family media empire
History Will Judge the Complicit
Why have Republican leaders abandoned their principles in support of an immoral and dangerous president?
My Hometown Became a Different Country
Not by choice, but by force.
Trump Is Nero While Washington Burns
‘Trump’s message is that being his ally serves no purpose, because he will not defend you.’
DOGE’s Plans to Replace Humans With AI Are Already Under Way
The civil service is being turned over to machines.
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