![Elon Musk, Republican presidential nominee former president Donald Trump and his running mate, Senator JD Vance, talk to reporters back stage during a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show grounds on October 5, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania.](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Musk-Trump-Vance-gettyjpg.jpg)
JD Vance Is the Future of MAGA JD Vance Is the Future of MAGA
Even before votes were cast, the mantle of election denial passed from Donald Trump to to his running mate.
Nov 6, 2024 / Chris Lehmann
![Meteorologist John Morales chokes up as he warns viewers in Florida about the danger of Hurricane Milton on October 7, 2024.](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Image-10-28-24-at-12.35 PM.jpg)
How Weathercasters Became the Newest Targets of Conspiracy Theorists How Weathercasters Became the Newest Targets of Conspiracy Theorists
Weather forecasters used to be some of the most trusted people in the news business. Then they began speaking openly about climate change.
Oct 28, 2024 / Mark Hertsgaard
![Donald Trump arrives at a rally in Chesapeake, Virginia, on June 28.](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/GettyImages-2159719637.jpg)
The Grand Old Party of Liars The Grand Old Party of Liars
Republicans aren’t even trying anymore, as they cover for their dear leader, Donald Trump.
Jul 3, 2024 / John Nichols for The Nation
![Robert Malley, Biden administration special envoy for Iran, testifies about the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action during a hearing of the Senate Foreign Relations on Capitol Hill on May 25, 2022.](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/GettyImages-1240894882.jpg)
Disinformation and Deception in Tehran and Washington Disinformation and Deception in Tehran and Washington
A series of articles allege that some high-profile Western analysts and aides are working for the Iranian government. Are they spies? Or is someone trying to sabotage their work?
Oct 19, 2023 / Nicolas Niarchos
![An Israeli solider rides toward the border with the Gaza Strip on October 16, 2023.](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/GettyImages-1727202882.jpg)
We Must Not Let the Truth Become a Casualty of This War We Must Not Let the Truth Become a Casualty of This War
Now more than ever, it’s crucial that we talk about what is actually happening in Gaza and Israel, not about unverified rumors.
Oct 16, 2023 / Musa al-Gharbi
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How Stan Lee Became the Face of an Exploitative Industry How Stan Lee Became the Face of an Exploitative Industry
The Marvel editor became a Hollywood icon by claiming credit for other people’s creations.
Jul 28, 2023 / Jeet Heer
![Republican Presidential Candidates Speak At The Moms For Liberty Summit](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/GettyImages-1506103727.jpg)
Donald Trump Goes Apocalyptic Donald Trump Goes Apocalyptic
Confronted with a long-overdue legal reckoning, the former president's rhetoric has only gotten more extreme.
Jul 11, 2023 / Chris Lehmann
![Black and white photo of pallbearers carrying the coffin of Robert Kennedy](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/kennedy-coffin-gty.jpg)
The Other Kennedy Curse The Other Kennedy Curse
Kennedy family mythology is bad history, bad politics—and perhaps as unfair to the living Kennedys as to anyone else.
![Former president Donald Trump speaks at his Mar-a-Lago estate on Tuesday, April 4, 2023.](https://www.thenation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/trump-speech-ap.jpg)
The Suits at CNN Have Always Loved Trump The Suits at CNN Have Always Loved Trump
Despite a recent fake public fight, the network is happy to continue profiting from promoting Trump.
May 12, 2023 / Jeet Heer