‘Everything Is in Place Now’
The mood at the Republican National Convention has been oddly serene.
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Believe Your Own Eyes
Joe Biden’s defenders want the American people to ignore their own observations, and common sense.
Nothing About the Attempted Assassination Redeems Trump
This crime does not erase what the former president has done, or what he has promised to do.
Stop Pretending You Know How This Will End
The failed assassination of Donald Trump might not have any lasting effect on the election or politics in general.
‘What the Heck Just Happened?’
The moment inside the convention hall when we learned—abruptly—that Donald Trump had chosen J. D. Vance
The Next Republican Leader
In choosing J. D. Vance as his running mate, Trump has signaled what he hopes will be the future of the GOP.
Elon Musk Is Making a Bad Situation Worse
The X owner’s response to the attack on Trump shows the danger of absolute power.
The Worst Is Not Inevitable
Today’s political polarization is toxic, but Americans have survived even more tumultuous times.
An Astonishing Ruling in Trump’s Classified-Documents Case
Even if Aileen Cannon’s decision is eventually overturned, it is sure to delay proceedings yet again.
Joe Biden Tries to Calm the Waters
Will Donald Trump do the same?