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PREQUEL: An American Fight Against Fascism by Rachel Maddow

Inspired by her research for the hit podcast Ultra, in PREQUEL: An American Fight Against Fascism, #1 New York Times bestselling author Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted far-right plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis. Available now!

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Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News

Rachel Maddow, host of the #1 hits “Bag Man” and “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra,” is back at the mic with a new original series, “Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News.” In each episode, Rachel and co-host Isaac-Davy Aronson seek a deeper understanding of a story in today's headlines by asking: Has anything like this ever happened before? Would knowing that help us grapple with what’s happening now… and what might happen next?

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Monday’s Mini-Report, 5.13.24

Today’s edition of quick hits.
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Michael Cohen leaves his apartment for Manhattan Criminal Court
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Potential GOP running mates hedge on accepting election results

The problem is not just that Donald Trump is refusing to commit to honoring the election results. It's that his would-be running mates are hedging, too.
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Sen.  J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, smiles as he walks out of the Senate Chamber
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Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 5.13.24

Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
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Menendez enters court
9h ago

In his latest flub, Trump touts ‘the late, great Hannibal Lecter’

As Donald Trump remarks on “the late, great Hannibal Lecter,” perhaps the former president ought to just give up on pop culture references altogether.
Dr. Hannibal Lecter.
Dr. Hannibal Lecter.
9h ago

Trump eyes even more tax breaks for the wealthy, big corporations

Among the many problems with Donald Trump's plan to cut taxes for the wealthy and big corporations: These tax breaks are wildly unpopular with voters.
Former President Donald Trump arrives at rally in Wildwood, N.J., Saturday, May 11, 2024.
Former President Donald Trump arrives at rally in Wildwood, N.J., Saturday, May 11, 2024.
11h ago

Trump’s pitch to Big Oil execs sparks Senate Democrats’ attention

Will Senate Democrats hold hearings into Donald Trump's controversial pitch to oil industry executives? It's “highly likely,” one key member said.
Senate Budget Committee Chair Sheldon Whitehouse
Senate Budget Committee Chair Sheldon Whitehouse
11h ago

The biggest flaw in Justice Clarence Thomas’ newest complaints

Justice Clarence Thomas wants the public to believe the serious accusations he’s faced are “lies.” He’s going to have to be far more specific.
Justice Clarence Thomas attends the ceremonial swearing-in ceremony for Amy Coney Barrett  at the White House
Justice Clarence Thomas attends the ceremonial swearing-in ceremony for Amy Coney Barrett  at the White House
12h ago

Why it matters that Manafort is backing off his GOP convention role

The question isn’t why Paul Manafort is backing off from his latest role on Team Trump; the question is why he was given this role in the first place.
Paul Manafort outside federal court in Washington.
Paul Manafort outside federal court in Washington.
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Friday’s Mini-Report, 5.10.24

Today’s edition of quick hits.
Image: A special session of the UN General Assembly
Image: A special session of the UN General Assembly
3d ago

Appeals court ruling on his conviction adds to Bannon’s troubles

Following a ruling from the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, it appears increasingly inevitable that Steve Bannon will have to report to prison this year.
Steve Bannon
Steve Bannon
3d ago

After her failed gambit, will Greene face intraparty consequences?

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene took aim at Speaker Mike Johnson. She missed. Now, plenty of congressional Republicans aren’t eager to let bygones be bygones.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., at the Capitol.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., at the Capitol.

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