Political News Roundup: George Santos Doesn't Know Who James Baldwin Was, Other the Political Trainwrecks and more...

In addition to befriending white supremacists, Vivek Ramaswamy has decided to attack journalists who call him out on his hateful rhetoric. On Sunday during Turning Point USA’s Americafest in Arizona, the GOP presidential candidate said that CNN commentator Van Jones should “just shut the f–k up” after the media personality critiqued him. - Candace McDuffie Read More

“What could we do to get you to go away,” asks the impeccably dressed comedian Ziwe to expelled former Congressman George Santos.

“Stop inviting me to your gigs,” he replied, adding, “but you can’t because people want the content.”

The interview, broadcasted live via YouTube, was a moment of unflinching honesty that skewered society’s collective role in extending Santos’ 15 minutes of fame—even though he has shown himself to be a political and professional ne’er-do-well at every turn. And in any other interview setting, we likely wouldn’t have gotten it. But, in Ziwe’s brilliant funhouse mirror of a 60 minutes interview-style show, no one is safe, not even the host, and certainly not the audience. - Jessica Washington Read More

The political landscape of 2023 was wild to say the least. From a list of asinine GOP presidential candidates to questionable antics in the Senate, here are the biggest trainwrecks we saw this year. - Candace McDuffie Read More

Progressive members of “The Squad” are facing unprecedented financial headwinds in the next election. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is poised to spend roughly $100 million unseating members of Congress who’ve spoken up in favor of a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip — putting Representatives Cori Bush, Summer Lee, Jamaal Bowman, and Rashida Tlaib in serious political jeopardy. - Jessica Washington Read More

We finally have some good news when it comes to former president and notorious thug Donald Trump. On Tuesday, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that Trump is ineligible to become president due to his role in the Jan. 6 insurrection. - Candace McDuffie Read More

As the election draws closer, several hot-button issues are causing divisions within the Democratic party. Recent reports that the White House is willing to concede on several hardline immigration policies in exchange for Ukraine funding are undeniably adding to the rift. - Jessica Washington Read More