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politics
politics
The Most Jaw-Dropping Allegations in the Bob Menendez Indictment
Prosecutors say the senator took gold bars and wads of cash as bribes “to benefit the government of Egypt” and business associates in New Jersey.
early and often
early and often
Democrats Set High Price for Helping McCarthy Avoid a Shutdown
McCarthy may need Democrat votes to avert a shutdown and save his Speakership. But getting them will mean abandoning the Biden impeachment inquiry.
politics
politics
Dave McCormick to Run for Senate in State He Sometimes Visits
The former hedge-fund CEO is challenging Democratic senator Bob Casey after losing to Dr. Oz in a primary last year.
the approval matrix
the approval matrix
The Sun Sets on WFH
Our guide to what’s highbrow, lowbrow, brilliant, and despicable.
the money game
the money game
How the Fed Caught Wall Street Off Guard by Doing Just What Everyone Expected
The central bank did nothing at its much-watched meeting. Chaos ensued.
court appearances
court appearances
Introducing Court Appearances: USA v. SBF
A newsletter covering the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, exclusively for New York subscribers.
the group portrait
the group portrait
Give the Liberty Their Crown
How New York’s WNBA team became the hottest ticket — with the rowdiest crowd — in town.
the body politic
the body politic
The Return of the Marriage Plot
Why everyone is suddenly so eager for men and women to get hitched.
the inside game
the inside game
The Strike From Hell for ‘Union Joe’
The UAW doesn’t want his help, but he will need theirs against Trump, who sees an opportunity.
life after roe
life after roe
The Language of Abortion Politics Is Evolving Again
A major abortion-rights group now pursues “reproductive freedom for all,” while Ohio Republicans insist on calling a fetus an unborn child.
tremendous content
tremendous content
Trump Is Secretly Worried About His Prison Jumpsuit
Though he’s insisted he doesn’t “even think about” the prospect of prison time, he’s reportedly panicking Tom Wambsgans–style in private.
lachlan murdoch
lachlan murdoch
What We Know About Lachlan Murdoch, the New Head of Fox Corp.
The conservative heir apparent is taking over after the surprise resignation of his father.
early and often
early and often
Iowa-Obsessed DeSantis Is Tanking in Other Early States
New polls from New Hampshire and South Carolina offer bad news for the one-time powerhouse.
early and often
early and often
Shutdown Nears As Trump Tells House GOP to Defund the Government
Everything Kevin McCarthy does to placate right-wing hard-liners makes a deal even harder. Trump’s advice isn’t helping.
covid-19
covid-19
How to Order More Free Home COVID-19 Tests From the Government
U.S. residents can once again order four free tests, as the Biden administration has restarted the program.
politics
politics
Democratic Senator Accused of Cartoonish Corruption
Prosecutors say New Jersey’s Robert Menendez, already under investigation, accepted $400,000 in gold bars as a gift.
early and often
early and often
Cassidy Hutchinson Says Rudy Giuliani Groped Her During January 6 Rally
Giuliani called the claims in the former Trump aide’s new book “totally absurd” and threatened to sue, but his finances may not allow it.
the media
the media
How the Rupert Murdoch Family Drama Inspired Succession
All the ways the Murdochs (and other real dysfunctional dynasties) mirror the Roys, from Fox News scandals to fake therapy to family score-settling.
conservatism
conservatism
No, Democrats Aren’t to Blame for GOP Voters Loving Trump
A myth that won’t die.
media
media
Rupert Murdoch Surprisingly Steps Down As Head of Fox
It’s Lachlan’s time for the big job.
the national interest
the national interest
‘Biden or Bust’ Is a Risky Strategy to Save Democracy
The unconvincing case for complacency.
screen time
screen time
Why Upgrading to the iPhone 15 Is Like Buying a New Car
Welcome to a world where next-generation smartphones have become classic depreciating assets.
life after roe
life after roe
Trump Isn’t Moderating on Abortion, He’s Just Shifting Tactics
By criticizing six-week state limits, Trump is acknowledging that abortion bans are unpopular and returning to incrementalism on the issue.
the senate
the senate
Dress Code or Not, the Senate Is a Bunch of Empty Suits
The Senate is a grotesque institution. Who cares how it dresses?
tremendous content
tremendous content
All of Ron DeSantis’s Crimes Against Good Etiquette
A list of alleged slights and rude behavior that may hamper DeSantis 2024, from sloppy pudding eating to (possibly) kicking Tucker Carlson’s dog.