Things Are Going to Get Ugly
Donald Trump is about to redefine the lame-duck presidency.
The Election Deniers Are in Retreat
The president is not getting the political cover he once enjoyed from Republicans.
The Voters Sitting This One Out
They could help determine the balance of Congress.
The Democrat Who’s Winning Over Voters in Trump Country
Josh Shapiro is looking past his own reelection.
Three Tips for Watching the Results Roll In
The best bet is to just wait a few days. But if you must follow more closely, here are some suggestions.
Who Thought This Ad Was a Good Idea?
Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas is using his final campaign message to call attention to the biggest criticism of him.
Maybe Donald Trump Doesn’t Want His Party to Win the Midterms
If he does, he’s certainly picking a strange way of showing it.
Israel’s Common Ground
Israel is becoming dangerously indifferent to world opinion, but still finds strength in its social bonds.
The Time Is Right for a ‘Great Books’ Revival
To build a better world in the age of AI, students need grounding in indispensable ideas.
An SNL Sketch to Make Airlines Feel Ashamed
There’s a lot to worry about while flying. Add terrible passengers to the list.
Trump Searches for a Fall Guy to Blame for Iran
The president might resume strikes, but he is also questioning allies about the performances of Pete Hegseth and Dan Caine.
The MAGA Reckoning Arrives
Trump has lost most of the country. Now his hold on his own base is weakening.
I Was Lucky to Be Alive. But I Missed Being Pretty.
A pump-up girl faces her own mortality.
How American Girl Doll Lost Its Way
At 40, the brand faces a midlife crisis.
The U.S. Is Bullying Europe Like Never Before
The Trump administration tries to micromanage the domestic politics of American allies.
Seven Books to Read When You Have No Time to Read
These titles are worth picking up, even if you have only a moment to spare.
Election Night at The Atlantic
Tune in at 9 p.m. ET to watch our writers put their boldest arguments to the test, as the midterm results roll in.
The States Where Democrats Have the Most to Gain
The party is trying to take maximum advantage of the moment.
Trump’s Venezuela Project Just Got a Lot More Complicated
The return of María Corina Machado puts the U.S.-backed regime on the clock.
The Push to Lead the Working Class Without Workers
Morris Katz played a key role in the Graham Platner fiasco. Now the midterms could hinge on his theory of politics.