Politics

He Fights?

Trump, DeSantis, and the politics of dominance.

The Narratives Are Taking Hold

Neither side thinks it can lose in 2024.

Dispatch Live: DeSantis, Pence, and Everything 2024

Join us for our weekly livestreamed conversation.

The Biden Family Business

House Republicans investigate shady business dealings involving the president’s family.

Pence Allies Launch Super PAC Ahead of White House Bid

The political operation will focus on messaging and ground games in early primary states.

DeSantis Plants a Flag in Iowa

Plus: Trump cancels his Des Moines rally, but his Iowa devotees remain committed.

Trump Raises the Rent on Republicans

He’s back in fighting form, and party members are rushing to clean up after him.

Nikki Haley Reopens the ‘Kill Marco’ Playbook

Plus: Is Trump’s candidacy warping GOP Senate recruitment?

The Biden Family’s Legal Woes, Explained

At least nine members of the president’s family have received payments from foreign nationals.

Still Crazy After All These Years

The flaws and benefits of CNN’s deplorable town hall.

Trump’s Liability

Plus: The schism roiling Russia’s war effort.

Picking a President: Back to the Future?

Character mattered in the 18th century, just as it matters in 2024.

Mostly Peaceful Sexual Abuse

Republicans and the E. Jean Carroll verdict.

Pro-Choice Groups Take the Abortion Fight to Red States

Plus: What to expect in next week’s neck-and-neck Kentucky GOP governor’s primary.

A Fruitless Debt Ceiling Summit

Plus: Checking in on child labor laws.