The Intercept Briefing
The Blueprint for Democrats to Win Back Voters
After suffering major losses last election cycle, Justice Democrats resurrected itself, helping put democratic socialism on the map. So what changed?
Midterms 2026
They Trained to Protect Immigrants From ICE. Now They’re Prepping to Defend the Midterm Elections.
ICE-watchers-turned-poll-watchers are preparing for the worst, as the Trump administration hints at potential strategies to disrupt the midterm elections.
John Fetterman Is Fundraising on GOP Donor Email Lists
The hardline pro-Israel senator has been flirting with the idea of switching parties. Now he’s using Republican campaign infrastructure.
The Intercept Briefing
25 Years After 9/11, Muslims Are Still Politicians’ Favorite Scapegoat
Rozina Ali on the rise of Islamophobia in America and the vague terrorism laws now being wielded against dissidents like the Prairieland protesters.
Israel’s War on Gaza
“Board of Peace” Billionaire Backs AIPAC Fund Targeting Pro-Palestine Candidates
Marc Rowan, a Trump appointee overseeing Gaza’s redevelopment, has given $1.5 million to AIPAC’s super PAC this cycle.
Voices
Seth Moulton Sold Out Trans Kids — and Lost His Senate Race
Running as a progressive, Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey forced his centrist challenger to apologize for his anti-trans remarks.
A Democratic Socialist Aims to Oust a Top AIPAC Beneficiary in Florida
Oliver Larkin is trying to unseat Rep. Jared Moskowitz, who is backed by AIPAC donors and an artificial intelligence super PAC.
Francesca Hong’s Loss in Wisconsin Is a Win for AI Data Centers — for Now
Though the democratic socialist was defeated, the fight against the data centers she opposed isn’t going anywhere.
The Intercept Briefing
The Most Expensive Democratic Senate Primary Has a Winner
Intercept reporters break down progressives’ wins and losses in Michigan and Missouri.
Abdul El-Sayed Beats the Democratic Establishment and AIPAC in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeated Rep. Haley Stevens — despite a record-setting $60 million in outside spending in her favor.