Republicans
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Against Trump’s $5,000 ‘Dividend’
The president’s proposed income redistribution — through the “dividend” or paying stay-at-home moms — is naked vote-buying that will exacerbate inflation.
Trump Makes the Midterm Case
The indefatigable 80-year-old president weaved away for nearly two hours last night, tirelessly promoting his administration’s achievements and making the case for Common Sense over Crazy.
Trump-a-Palooza vs. Weird-a-Palooza
While the Republicans try to thread a needle at their midterm convention in Dallas, the Democrats try to ignore the crazy socialists in their midst.
Save Social Security With ... Tax Hikes?
A few Republicans are openly talking about raising taxes to address the looming insolvency of the nation’s largest federal program.
A Texas-Sized Data Center Divide
Public opposition to data centers is growing, and even Texas Republicans are adjusting their positions and policies.
Florida Used to Be a Swinger
The Sunshine State was a crucial swing state, but last night’s primaries showed that Republicans are solidifying their gains while the hang-dog Democrats are putting up wacky socialists.
The Astonishing Windfall of Tariffs
President Donald Trump’s tariffs generated nearly enough to cover every income-tax dollar paid by Americans making under $100,000.
Tucker’s Third Party Posturing
Carlson has released 10 “goals” for his potential third party, which demonstrate his lack of seriousness about actually challenging the establishment.
The Right’s Uncomfortable Reckoning With Morality
As the number of episodes of misconduct grow among Republican officeholders and candidates, the party must sort out what its stance is on moral values.
The Burrito Food Fight on the Right
“It’s the economy, stupid.” That’s the real message behind the Great Burrito Debate of 2026, which has much less to do with specific stats than the overall picture.
The Question That Could Decide the 2028 Election
The Republican presidential candidate will be asked a simple question: What would you have done differently from President Donald Trump?
Filling Big Shoes
We must attend to the extremely important matter of selecting a suitable replacement for U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. How about Trey Gowdy?
Lindsey Graham in Retrospect, Sadly
The senator’s death is a major loss to our nation, particularly problematic to GOP interests, and a reminder to all of how much we rely on the service of our elected leaders.
Rest in Peace, Lindsey Graham
The sudden death of South Carolina’s senior senator is a stunning blow to his family, his friends, his Senate colleagues, and his country — and also to the art of old-fashioned politics.
The Passing of Lindsey Graham Marks the End of a Political Era
Graham’s life should remind Americans that disagreement does not require hatred, and criticism does not prevent respect.
McConnell Shows Age Is a Problem in the Senate
The Kentucky senator finally issued a statement after a month-long absence, but the problem is more widespread than his health concerns.
The Supreme Court Reiterates That Money Is Speech
The High Court’s campaign finance decision this week buoys the cash-flush Republican National Committee.
What’s Next for Birthright Citizenship?
The president and Congress have options to mitigate the damage caused by the Supreme Court, but solutions will require resolve and courage.
Herding the GOP Cats
Senate Republicans aren’t doing much on the SAVE Act, so President Trump decided to up the ante by applying pressure over the newly passed housing bill.
Turnstile Tucker Seeks to Poison Malleable Minds
Popular podcaster Tucker Carlson has increasingly strayed from his former beliefs, and he now says he’s leaving the Republican Party.