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Independent, non-partisan politics news where you'll hear the best arguments from across the political spectrum on the news of the day. Plus, fascinating interviews with people in the political world. Check out our newsletter: www.readtangle.com/

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On May 8, President Donald Trump announced Russia and Ukraine agreed to a three-day ceasefire. Both sides accused the other of violating the truce, and heightened strikes resumed when it ended on May 11. Over the weekend, Ukraine conducted an overnig... more

Coming up on todays episode of Suspension of the Rules: we go deep on some UAP/alien chatter, Trump's growing power, the gigantic slush fund made from tax payer money going to the aggrieved and more. Last but not least, a very good grievance section.... more

The midterm primaries officially began on March 3, and on Tuesday, primaries were held in states across the country. Elections in Kentucky, Georgia and Alabama drew particular focus, where Republican candidates were facing challenges from President T... more

On Monday, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that, as part of the settlement agreement in President Donald J. Trump v. Internal Revenue Service, it would create a new fund that could “issue formal apologies and monetary relief” to individuals... more

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Recent Guests

Eileen Wang
Mayor of Arcadia charged with acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government
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Episode: The hantavirus outbreak.
Abby Phillip
CNN journalist and regular guest on Abby Phillip's show
CNN
Episode: Suspension of the rules. - Isaac, Ari and Kmele talk billionaires, ChatGPT fact checking flaws and Trump's revenge on the Indiana GOP.
Camille Foster
Regular CNN contributor
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Episode: Suspension of the rules. - Isaac, Ari and Kmele talk billionaires, ChatGPT fact checking flaws and Trump's revenge on the Indiana GOP.
Jonathan Evans
Co-author of Pew Research Center study on Americans' views and national attitudes
Pew Research Center
Episode: Can abortion pills be prescribed online?
Laura Silver
Associate director of global attitudes research at Pew Research Center
Pew Research Center
Episode: Can abortion pills be prescribed online?
Steve Hilton
Republican, former Fox News host and British politician, running for governor in California
Republican campaign for California governor
Episode: The Southern Poverty Law Center gets indicted.
Russell Nystrom
Associate Editor at Tangle and Virginia resident providing on-the-ground perspective
Tangle
Episode: Virginia joins gerrymander war.
Casey Newton
Founder of Platformer; co-host of Hard Fork
Platformer
Episode: PREVIEW: SPECIAL EDITION - Isaac interviews founder of Platformer and co-host of Hard Fork Casey Newton about our future with artificial intelligence.
Christine Whitman
Former governor of New Jersey; former administrator of the EPA
Former EPA Administrator; Former Governor of New Jersey
Episode: PREVIEW: SPECIAL EDITION - Ari Weitzman interviews former governor, EPA administrator and author Christine Whitman.

Hosts

Ari Weitzman
Managing editor and co-host, known for providing insights on political accountability and the intersections of policy and society.
Isaac Saul
Host and founder, focuses on bridging partisan divides through thoughtful dialogue and comprehensive political commentary.

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A new Fed chair stares down inflation.
Q: What is the main driver of the latest inflation numbers and how should we interpret this for policy going forward?
The inflation uptick is largely tied to energy costs driven by the Iran war and related supply shocks; policymakers should watch core vs. headline inflation and energy pass-through while considering the Fed's independence and potential rate paths.
What's next in Iran?
Q: Laura asks, with all these voting-related cases before the Supreme Court, why can't we vote online?
The response: voting with paper ballots remains more secure due to verifiable audits and a reliable paper trail; online voting introduces vulnerabilities and risks to ballot secrecy and integrity, making broad adoption problematic.
Democrats are dealt a blow in Virginia.
Q: How much truth is there to the argument that European social safety nets are propped up by American military spending?
The host explains that while the US spends heavily on NATO defense and supports many European allies, the data does not conclusively prove that European social spending is directly propped up by US defense dollars; spending patterns show similarities across the UK, Germany, and the US but no simple causation.
Spirit Airlines shuts down.
Q: Linda in Saxony asks how you think about the length of your newsletter and whether it can be covered in 14 minutes.
The team explains their rubric: they target 4,000 to 4,500 words, with reading time estimates based on about 300 words per minute and adjustments for links, citations, and ad blocks. They emphasize consistency and transparency in how they measure reading time and note ads can extend length.
An anti-incumbent wave in Indiana.
Q: Kelly said, with the news that the United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, I'm curious, why do we have 5,000 troops in Germany to begin with?
The host explains the broader rationale for U.S. military bases abroad, noting their roles in deterrence, alliance commitments, and NATO coordination, and provides figures on total personnel stationed overseas.

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Content primarily revolves around current political events and the contrasting perspectives that emerge from them, notably focusing on legislation, presidential actions, and significant social issues impacting American society. Each episode showcases discussions that pull in voices from various sides of the political spectrum, often featuring insightful analyses on controversial topics such as immigration, executive power, economic indicators, and the implications of media portrayals in political discourse. The unique aspect lies in the commitment to present balanced viewpoints, encouraging listeners to form their own opinions rather than providing a singular narrative. Personal anecdotes from hosts, coupled with topical discussions, enhanc... more

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