The Intercept Briefing
Robert Reich Thinks Democrats Are On the Brink of a New Era
The professor, author, and longtime commentator on the economy and Democrats under Trump.
Midterms 2026
Abdul El-Sayed Wants to Be the First Pro-Palestine Senator From Michigan
In a tight Democratic primary, El-Sayed is trying to distinguish himself as one of two candidates running from the left.
The Intercept Briefing
Saikat Chakrabarti’s Plan for the Political Revolution
AOC’s former chief of staff wants to primary the Democratic establishment.
Insurgent Democratic Candidates Are Ready to Run on Shutdown Betrayal
Primary candidates for the 2026 midterms are making the shutdown a campaign issue — and calling for Sen. Chuck Schumer to resign.
The Intercept Briefing
Democrats Swept Tuesday Night’s Election. Now What?
Maurice Mitchell and Amanda Litman discuss the lessons from Tuesday night, as Democrats and progressives prepare for the midterm elections.
The Intercept Briefing
Kat Abughazaleh on the Right to Protest
The Illinois congressional candidate on why more Democrats aren’t taking direct action and how leaders should be responding to the right.
Chilling Dissent
Trump DOJ Charges House Candidate Kat Abughazaleh With Conspiracy for Protesting ICE
Abughazaleh is one of six activists facing federal conspiracy charges for actions like blocking an ICE agent’s car in Broadview, Illinois.
The Left Put Its Faith in Graham Platner. Will He Break Its Heart?
Support for the Maine Senate candidate suggests that voters are so sick of what the establishment has to offer, they might look past a Nazi tattoo.
Israel’s War on Gaza
Is AIPAC Testing the Waters to Primary Rep. Summer Lee?
AIPAC did its second poll this year on potential candidates to challenge members of Congress who have criticized Israel’s genocide in Gaza.