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Inspired by her research for the hit podcast Ultra, in PREQUEL: An American Fight Against Fascism, #1 New York Times bestselling author Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted far-right plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis. Available now!

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2h ago

Expulsion resolution targeting GOP’s George Santos falls short

The effort to expel George Santos from Congress didn't work, but the Republican's celebration should be muted: His political future is still bleak.
Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., waves to protestors and members of the media after exiting federal court in Central Islip, N.Y.
Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., waves to protestors and members of the media after exiting federal court in Central Islip, N.Y.
5h ago

Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 11.1.23

Today’s edition of quick hits.
Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference at the Federal Reserve in Washington, DC. on Nov. 1, 2023.
Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference at the Federal Reserve in Washington, DC. on Nov. 1, 2023.
8h ago

Why it matters that the GOP’s Ken Buck is retiring from Congress

Ken Buck’s willingness to stick to some of his principles effectively ended his career, which says more about the state of his party than his positions.
U.S. Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) arrives to a closed-door House Republican meeting at the U.S. Capitol  in Washington, DC. on Oct. 20, 2023.
U.S. Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) arrives to a closed-door House Republican meeting at the U.S. Capitol  in Washington, DC. on Oct. 20, 2023.
9h ago

On indictments, Donald Trump recycles one of his worst arguments

Donald Trump says he doesn't understand why his criminal charges weren't filed three years ago. Whether he likes it or not, there's a good explanation.
Former President Donald Trump in New York Supreme Court.
Former President Donald Trump in New York Supreme Court.
10h ago

Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 11.1.23

Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
Rep. Kay Granger walks through a hallway of the Longworth House Office Building on Capitol Hill
Rep. Kay Granger walks through a hallway of the Longworth House Office Building on Capitol Hill
11h ago

Team Trump eyes aggressive right-wing lawyers for second term

As Team Trump considers a possible second term, it's reportedly concluded that lawyers associated with the Federalist Society simply aren't radical enough.
Then President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on Sept. 17, 2020.
Then President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on Sept. 17, 2020.
12h ago

Why it matters that Joseph Ladapo is hitting the campaign trail

Florida's Joseph Ladapo is one of the nation’s most controversial public health officials. Now he's making matters worse — by hitting the campaign trail.
Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo speaks to supporters and members of the media before a bill signing by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Nov. 18, 2021, in Brandon, Fla.
Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo speaks to supporters and members of the media before a bill signing by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Nov. 18, 2021, in Brandon, Fla.
12h ago

Why Eric Trump's testimony could be key in N.Y. civil fraud trial

While Don Jr. continues to remake himself in his dad’s image, Eric appears most comfortable behind the scenes. But his testimony could reveal whether he’s more like his dad than we knew.
Then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gestures to his sons Donald Trump Jr., left, and Eric Trump as he addresses supporters at his caucus night rally in Las Vegas in 2016.
Then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gestures to his sons Donald Trump Jr., left, and Eric Trump as he addresses supporters at his caucus night rally in Las Vegas in 2016.
13h ago

Jim Jordan finds yet another investigation to investigate

Jim Jordan’s bid for speaker didn’t work out, but that gives him more time for his favorite congressional hobby: investigating investigations.
Jim Jordan at the U.S. Capitol
Jim Jordan at the U.S. Capitol
13h ago

Ethics panel peels back the curtain on George Santos probe

The House Ethics Committee generally says very little about its pending investigations. On George Santos, there's a reason the panel made an exception.
George Santos
George Santos
14h ago

GOP’s Comer can’t shake dependence on false anti-Biden claims

If House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer's crusade against President Joe Biden had merit, shouldn't the Republican be able to tell the truth?
James Comer
James Comer

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