Michelle Cottle

Trump Catastrophically Miscalculated in Georgia

The president incubated the career of one of his greatest critics.

Jay Martel

What’s Happening to TV Comedies Is Not Funny

The demands of streaming, which is now how most viewers watch TV, are not suited to just plain old comedy.

Eric Schlosser

Why Did Trump Order Up 660 Million Pounds of Mystery Meat?

On second thought, I’m not that hungry.

David French

The Fix Was Almost In

The midterms dodge their first MAGA bullet. It won’t be the last.

Trump Says a Smart President Is All That’s Needed to Rein In A.I.

The president again rejected calls to try to regulate the industry, even as some of its leaders are speaking more openly about the risks of rapidly developing artificial intelligence.

In Hegseth’s Pentagon, Top Leaders Battle Turmoil

Persistent distractions are feeding a climate of mistrust as the U.S. military faces a series of wartime issues, including shortfalls of missile interceptors.

The Bari Weiss Era of ‘60 Minutes’ Begins

The long-running CBS News program returned for a high-pressure 59th season on Sunday. With new correspondents and a refreshed stopwatch, it was more tweak than overhaul.

In D.C., Senator Votes for Trump’s Tariffs. In Alaska, He Avoids the Topic.

Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska has shown quiet support for President Trump’s tariffs. His brother, the head of their family business, has described the economic volatility as an enormous challenge.

Saudi Leader Meets U.S. Commander as Widening Conflict Threatens Oil Markets

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked the United States for more U.S. military help last week after the Iranian-backed Houthi forces in Yemen launched a broad offensive.