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Buttigieg: Democrats Need to Get Serious About Amending the Constitution
The former transportation secretary spoke with The Atlantic’s editor in chief about what comes next for Democrats should they win big in November.
‘The Best Thing That Happened to Him Was Losing in 2020’
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan explain how the four years between Donald Trump’s first and second terms changed the presidency.
An Electoral Mess in Missouri
The Supreme Court struck down an attempt at gerrymandering. But the chaos is ongoing.
The Only Thing Capable of Uniting Bernie and Bannon
They both fear that AI could wipe out humanity.
Trump’s See-No-Evil AI Policy
Lawmakers from both parties are worried. But the president isn’t listening.
Gas Prices Could Cost Republicans the Midterms
Many voters understand that the president isn’t directly responsible for the price of oil. Except this time, he is.
Trump’s Secret Points System for Cabinet Members
The White House held a summer contest to see who could appear in the most congressional districts and states with competitive midterm elections.
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AI Is Running Laps Around Our Political System
The technology is moving faster than elected officials can handle—and Anthropic’s CEO says the industry should slow down.
Trump’s Dream World in Dallas
At a midterm convention, Trump tries to defy the odds one last time.