The Intercept Live in Conversation With Robert Reich

Democrats may be ahead in the polls. But can they withstand billions in campaign spending by Elon Musk and other MAGA oligarchs? Will the election be safe from intimidation and interference? And even if they do prevail, what would a Democratic Congress actually do to obstruct Trump’s attacks on democracy? For decades, former Labor Secretary … Read more

Reflecting on the Trump Era

News Wrap: Judge extends White House access for news outlets

U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes exploded at Trump administration attorneys on Monday after they admitted more than 400 trees had been cut down at a D.C. public golf course that President Donald Trump wants to turn into a championship-level course, like those of his personal properties. “430 trees!” Reyes raged. “I had said at the … Read more

The Right-Wing Ukraine Divide Returns

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President Donald Trump reignited a fierce debate within the American right on October 10, when he made some aggressive remarks about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. “Zelensky could’ve settled this war many times,” Trump said. “He chooses not to. Very difficult.” Trump went on, “We said you can do whatever you want to Russia, don’t hit … Read more