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The power to impeach secretaries and other executive-branch officers is not well known, but it’s an effective accountability measure
The former transportation secretary spoke with The Atlantic’s editor in chief about what comes next for Democrats should they win big in November
“You have friends in the White House,” he said at a conference
The article explores the confidence of a leading figure in AI, highlighting his perspective on the technology's future and its implications for society, despite growing concerns about its impact.
The late writer believed that hearing the natural world is its own form of prayer
The FBI director allowed a Senate hearing to turn into a discussion of bestiality
A letter from Interior Secretary Doug Burgum revealed new details about warning signs the White House will install near the American-history museum
The article explores the surprising common ground between Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon, highlighting their shared skepticism of corporate power and the political establishment.
President Trump berated a congresswoman during a board meeting, then posted that he would abandon the Kennedy Center if his name isn’t added to it
A majority of justices decided not to make the coming elections needlessly more chaotic than they already are
The actor’s history-making Emmys win was a recognition of female performers who refuse to placate
This year’s Emmys ceremony celebrated versatile performers, not glitzy celebrities