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National Politics
Dems Could Hand Trump The Power To Exact His Revenge
Congress is set to vote on bipartisan legislation that would let Trump wipe out enemy nonprofits under the guise of fighting terrorism.
How Democrats Can Win Back The Working Class
Why Donald Trump was able to shatter the Democratic coalition — and what needs to be done to rebuild it.
Handbook For The Politically Deceased
Your guide to what the hell just happened in the election and what’s ahead.
Election 2024: How Billionaire Avengers Destroyed Democracy
Both parties’ campaigns purporting to “save democracy” ended up burning it down.
POSTELECTION LIVE EVENT: Making Sense Of Trump’s Victory
In a special virtual event, The Lever’s staff broke down Trump’s victory and explored what the future holds.
Project 2025 Is Even More Radical Than You Think
Project 2025, the conservative agenda for the next Trump administration, would allow him to govern through fear.
The Dark Money Kingpin Behind Election-Day Chaos
Through dubious lawsuits, conspiracy theories, and voter intimidation efforts, conservative power player Leonard Leo helped lay the groundwork for distrust and upheaval.
This Election, Health Care Is On Life Support
In the heart of the state that could decide the election, people are grappling with a crisis largely ignored by both Trump and Harris.