The Bulwark was founded to provide analysis and reporting in defense of America’s liberal democracy.

That’s it. That’s the mission.

On this page you will find news analysis, political hot takes, interviews with experts, and in-depth long-form discussions on the issues that matter from our team. Featuring: Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, Bill Kristol, Jonathan V. Last, Sam Stein and Mona Charen.

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The biggest point is that Democrats should act as though they own Congress today. The second point: The best way for the Democratic Congress to impact prices and inflation is to end the Iran war. lnk.thebulwark.com/defund-war

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Maybe Trump will finally discover that there are some holes too deep to dig yourself out of on spin alone. Today's Morning Shots from Bill Kristol and Andrew Egger: lnk.thebulwark.com/4ixdPVk

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“The rush to re-engage in the infighting after such a good election…was a concerning sign of how easily Democrats could let themselves get distracted.” Lauren Egan’s latest on the immediate fracture lines that are appearing in the Democratic Party after the midterms: lnk.thebulwark.com/4zAq3Ct

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After Tuesday's historic defeat, Sarah Longwell spoke to Republicans who voted red. Find out who they blame and how they're coping in the latest Focus Group newsletter: bit.ly/4BSIxQ4

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Tim and Sam drafted their picks for the most spectacular Republican failures of 2026. You decide who picked the most elite squad of absolute losers.

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Democrats are preparing to investigate alleged ICE abuses, and impeachment is already on the table.

Adrian Carrasquillo reports on how the incoming congressional majority plans to pursue accountability for Trump immigration officials. lnk.thebulwark.com/4z51YT8

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Democrats just won a massive congressional majority. Now they’re looking to expand it further.

Joe Perticone and Sam Stein report that party officials are eyeing new redistricting efforts to build on their gains and counter future GOP map grabs. lnk.thebulwark.com/4z4fAhu

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Most monster movies make mass destruction look like harmless fun. Godzilla Minus Zero makes you feel every bit of it.

Sonny Bunch reviews a monster movie that trades Hollywood spectacle for sheer terror, delivering a Godzilla worthy of the big screen. lnk.thebulwark.com/48DzVzv

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"He falls asleep sitting in public, in meetings, while on camera. His voice is weak and strained. His extremities are mottled and swollen. And yet until this week Trump’s spirit had still been strong." Now?

The Triad you've been waiting for from JVL: lnk.thebulwark.com/trumpfall

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Russell Vought is the most powerful Trump official most Americans have never heard of. And Democrats are coming for his power.

Catherine Rampell explains how Trump’s budget chief helped undermine Congress’s authority and why his reckoning may be coming. lnk.thebulwark.com/4irI149

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