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Vast majority of Dems and independents view Trump's actions negatively, but 28% of Republicans do as well; 53% of US adults say American military action against Iran 'gone too far' The post Poll: 65% of Americans...
Why it matters: Vast majority of Dems and independents view Trump's actions negatively, but 28% of Republicans do as well; 53% of US adults say American military action against Iran 'gone too far' The post Poll: 65% of Americans...
So I would describe those as three areas where the administration has felt functionally post-Christian to me, and I’m curious what you think.” · “So on the tone thing, it’s very hard to rebut this, because it’s...
Why it matters: So I would describe those as three areas where the administration has felt functionally post-Christian to me, and I’m curious what you think.” · “So on the tone thing, it’s very hard to rebut this, because it’s...
Who governs California — and thus who sets regulatory, budgetary, and enforcement priorities — depends on which coalition turns institutional advantages and ad‑spending into effective turnout; the result affects policy that shapes cost of living, climate action, and public services for millions.
Why it matters: Who governs California — and thus who sets regulatory, budgetary, and enforcement priorities — depends on which coalition turns institutional advantages and ad‑spending into effective turnout; the result affects policy that shapes cost of living, climate action, and public services for millions.
ICE is planning a detention facility for children and families on one of the nation’s most PFAS-contaminated sites in Louisiana. The decision matters because it ties immigration...
Why it matters: ICE is planning a detention facility for children and families on one of the nation’s most PFAS-contaminated sites in Louisiana. The decision matters because it ties immigration...
Former California Controller Betty Yee has dropped out of the governor’s race weeks before the June 2 primary. Her exit matters because it shows how money can decide who stays i...
Why it matters: Former California Controller Betty Yee has dropped out of the governor’s race weeks before the June 2 primary. Her exit matters because it shows how money can decide who stays i...
Virginia Democrats are under fire in the last stretch before a redistricting referendum that could reshape the state’s congressional map. The fight matters because this is not j...
Why it matters: Virginia Democrats are under fire in the last stretch before a redistricting referendum that could reshape the state’s congressional map. The fight matters because this is not j...
Trump’s Iran war is splitting the young MAGA crowd that helped carry him back to power. That break matters because it turns a foreign war into a political liability inside his o...
Why it matters: Trump’s Iran war is splitting the young MAGA crowd that helped carry him back to power. That break matters because it turns a foreign war into a political liability inside his o...
Four astronauts aboard Orion just crossed farther from Earth than any humans in history. The milestone matters because Artemis II is not just a stunt tour around the moon. It is...
Why it matters: Four astronauts aboard Orion just crossed farther from Earth than any humans in history. The milestone matters because Artemis II is not just a stunt tour around the moon. It is...
A New York congressional candidate is stirring controversy after criticizing Israel during an appearance on Hasan Piker’s show. This debate matters now as it highlights the shif...
Why it matters: A New York congressional candidate is stirring controversy after criticizing Israel during an appearance on Hasan Piker’s show. This debate matters now as it highlights the shif...
President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary. The president endorsed former state GOP cha...
Why it matters: President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary. The president endorsed former state GOP cha...
California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November. That matters because a crowded primary can hand the final ballot to the s...
Why it matters: California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November. That matters because a crowded primary can hand the final ballot to the s...
Democrats are on a surprising winning streak in state legislative special elections. That matters because these races can hint at where voter anger and turnout are heading befor...
Why it matters: Democrats are on a surprising winning streak in state legislative special elections. That matters because these races can hint at where voter anger and turnout are heading befor...
The EPA is temporarily allowing sales of a higher-ethanol fuel blend to try to lower gas prices. It is a fast policy shift with real tradeoffs: relief at the pump now, and more...
Why it matters: The EPA is temporarily allowing sales of a higher-ethanol fuel blend to try to lower gas prices. It is a fast policy shift with real tradeoffs: relief at the pump now, and more...
The Senate defeated an amendment that would have required photo ID to vote in person or by mail. The vote matters because voter ID rules can shape who gets to cast a ballot and...
Why it matters: The Senate defeated an amendment that would have required photo ID to vote in person or by mail. The vote matters because voter ID rules can shape who gets to cast a ballot and...
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new posture on Israel is being read as a political move, not a policy shift. It matters because this is about image management ahead of bigger amb...
Why it matters: California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new posture on Israel is being read as a political move, not a policy shift. It matters because this is about image management ahead of bigger amb...
Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary. The race matters because it could help decide which party controls the U.S. Senate. The move: A new p...
Why it matters: Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary. The race matters because it could help decide which party controls the U.S. Senate. The move: A new p...
USC canceled a planned California governor debate after its candidate-selection rules left several Democrats off the stage. The fight matters because debate access shapes who ge...
Why it matters: USC canceled a planned California governor debate after its candidate-selection rules left several Democrats off the stage. The fight matters because debate access shapes who ge...
A former Trump immigration official clashed on CNN over whether ICE could be used near polling places. The debate matters because even the suggestion can chill voters and blur t...
Why it matters: A former Trump immigration official clashed on CNN over whether ICE could be used near polling places. The debate matters because even the suggestion can chill voters and blur t...
Ranked-choice voting could have changed the shape of California’s governor race. The bigger issue is simple: the way votes are counted can decide who survives the field and who...
Why it matters: Ranked-choice voting could have changed the shape of California’s governor race. The bigger issue is simple: the way votes are counted can decide who survives the field and who...
Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing to weaken parts of New York’s climate law by delaying rules and changing how emissions are counted. The move matters because it could slow down...
Why it matters: Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing to weaken parts of New York’s climate law by delaying rules and changing how emissions are counted. The move matters because it could slow down...