Former Ambassador on Haitian President in March: “Put Him Aside” and Embrace “Prime Minister Option”
Four months later, Jovenel Moïse was assassinated and replaced with a U.S.-backed prime minister, fueling suspicion of American involvement.
Politics
Origins of Covid
House Republicans Release Text of Redacted Fauci Emails on Covid Origins
A scientist told The Intercept he was advised not to “mention a lab origin as that will just add fuel to the conspiracists” after a call with NIH leaders.
Why Civil Rights Groups Boycotted Biden's Speech on Voting Rights in Georgia
Joe Biden made history by calling for changes to the filibuster to pass voting rights legislation. Activists and civil rights groups aren’t having it.
Harry Reid Had the Courage of Obama’s Convictions
The former Senate majority leader's legacy included big wins and a complicated relationship with the party's left flank.
Minnesota Rep. Betty McCollum Is Facing a Serious Primary Challenge From the Left
Rep. Ilhan Omar says Amane Badhasso, who just raised $300,000, “truly is one of the most impressive people I have ever met.”
Uber CEO Admits Company Can Afford Labor Protections for Drivers
Dara Khosrowshahi told investors that Uber “can make any model work” in response to new EU regulations — a departure from the gig employer’s public stance.
Voices
A Marine's College Essay May Hold a Clue to His Role on January 6
Christopher Warnagiris wrote about the relatively obscure Stoic philosopher Epictetus, who has become a surprise rock star of the alt-right.
Voices
The Warning Lights Are Flashing Red for America
We are no longer observers of the distressed futures that afflict other people. We are those people now.
What Drove a West Virginia Democrat to Storm the Capitol on January 6?
Four years after being elected to the Parkersburg City Council with help from progressives, Eric Barber was all in for Trump.
Capitol Rioter Admits False Statements to FBI, but Prosecutors Haven't Charged Him With a Felony
The Justice Department frequently charges Muslims with felonies for making false statements to federal agents.