Members of Congress are proposing a TikTok ban. What are the best arguments for and against it? Plus, a reader... more

This week marks the 20th anniversary of the beginning of the Iraq War. On March 17, 2003, former President George... more

On Saturday, the International Criminal Court accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of war crimes, and issued a warrant for his... more

On Saturday, former President Donald Trump claimed he is going to be arrested on Tuesday and called for supporters to... more

On Monday, Fox News published the results of a questionnaire it presented to every leading Republican presidential candidate about their... more

On Monday, the Biden administration said it was going to approve an oil drilling project in Alaska's North Slope, a... more

Over the weekend, U.S. regulators took over Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) after it collapsed on Friday morning. In a matter... more

On Thursday, President Joe Biden released a $6.8 trillion budget plan for 2024 that he says will cut deficits by... more

On Monday, Fox News host Tucker Carlson aired his first segment on January 6 after receiving some 41,000 hours of... more

Last week, a Republican bill to prevent pension fund managers from basing their investment decisions on things like climate change... more

We're covering Trump's dominance at CPAC, his speech, and the reactions to it from the right and left. Plus, a... more

Today, we're breaking down the debate over the Washington D.C. crime bill and Biden's decision to oppose it. Plus, a... more

Last week, the Biden administration announced a new temporary rule that will penalize asylum seekers who cross the border illegally... more

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a challenge to President Biden's student debt cancellation program. Members of... more

On Sunday, The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) concluded the Covid-19 pandemic most likely... more

We covered the story of East Palestine in a special Friday edition, which included original reporting on what happened there.... more

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court heard arguments in Gonzalez v. Google, a case that could change the liability social media... more

On Monday, President Biden made a surprise visit to the capital of Ukraine. It was the first time in the... more

On Wednesday night, Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) checked himself into Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to receive treatment for... more

In late January, the seven states that rely on the Colorado River for water failed to strike a water-sharing deal... more

In a matter of eight days, U.S. fighter jets have shot down four objects across North America. The first was... more

On today's special episode of Tangle, as a way to celebrate Valentine's Day, I sat down and interviewed my wife.... more

During last week's State of the Union address, President Biden claimed that "some Republicans" want to sunset Social Security and... more

Manu Meel is the CEO of Bridge USA, a nationwide movement on college campuses that aims to promote open discussion... more

On Saturday, the Democratic National Committee approved President Biden's proposed changes to the primary calendar for 2024, making South Carolina... more

Last night, President Biden delivered his second ever State of the Union, an annual address to Congress and the country... more

Ilhan Omar. Rep. Omar (D-MN) was voted off of the Foreign Affairs Committee on Thursday. Last week, we covered the... more

On Saturday, a United States military fighter jet shot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon over the Atlantic Ocean, about... more

Yesterday, news broke that the former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley will be announcing an official campaign for president on... more

The end of the Covid emergency. On Monday, the White House said it is planning to end its emergency declarations... more

The House committees. Last week, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) formally removed Reps. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Eric Swalwell (D-CA)... more

Today, we're covering the death of Tyre Nichols, and the footage that was released on Friday. Plus, an under-the-radar story... more

On today's podcast, we are sitting down with Paul Summers and Steve Rosenthal, two of the men behind the Keep... more

On Wednesday, after weeks of deliberation, the German government said it would send 14 of its modern Leopard 2 main... more

On Friday, the Florida Department of Education said it will not allow an Advanced Placement (AP) class on African American... more

Last week, a committee in San Francisco released a reparations proposal for the city that includes $5 million for each... more

Biden's classified documents. We first covered this story on January 12. Hours after we published that piece, Attorney General Merrick... more

Gas stoves. Last week, Richard Trumka Jr., a commissioner on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, said his agency was... more

Rep. George Santos (R-NY). In the November election, Santos flipped New York's 3rd District red, defeating Democrat Robert Zimmerman. But... more

The debt ceiling (or debt limit). During the recent debate over the next Speaker of the House, one of the... more

Today, we're covering the classified documents found at a Biden think tank, and the latest news about a batch of... more

President Biden has announced a tougher stance on immigration at the border, saying the U.S. would begin turning away Cubans,... more

Last month, Congress passed a $1.65 trillion government funding bill that provides record allocations for defense and sends more emergency... more

McCarthy is finally in. On Saturday, the 57-year-old Republican representative Kevin McCarthy from California was elected Speaker of the House... more

Rick is a 61-year-old maintenance technician at a Steel Mill in Butler, Pennsylvania. He is married with four children aged... more

Kristen (who sometimes goes by Jon) is from Des Moines, Iowa. They are a Christian, raised Catholic in a moderate... more

Bradley Pierce is a 40-year-old Christian, attorney, father of 10, husband of one, who says he is pro-parental rights, anti-abortion,... more

Miriam Stein is a Gen X woman from Yucipa, California, a mom of 2 teens & married for 25 years. She... more

Jamie Costello is a 39-year-old American woman from Maryville, Tennessee, who feels politically homeless. She is also a disabled combat veteran... more

In our last preview of the 2022 election, I cited Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg as a "unique voice" in a... more

We're rounding up the year and giving you an opportunity to tell us what you think. Take the survey: https://forms.gle/SiKB4mMtDMYVQ68w6 Need a gift?... more

In the 2022 midterms, Republicans won the House of Representatives 222-213, grabbing the same number of seats Democrats currently hold... more

Last month, consumer prices rose 7.1% from a year ago, down from 7.7% in October and the peak of 9.1%... more

The Respect for Marriage Act. Yesterday, President Biden signed the Respect for Marriage Act into law, a bill that codifies... more

We're covering Parts 2, 3, 4 and 5 of the Twitter files. Plus, a question about the Nord Stream pipeline... more

We're covering the two immigration bills that are being debate in the lame-duck session of Congress. Plus, a very big... more

We're covering Kyrsten Sinema's decision to leave the Democratic party and a reader question about what is going to happen... more

We're covering the independent state legislature theory, and the arguments around it that happened before the Supreme Court on Wednesday.... more

In today's issue, we're covering the Supreme Court case where a Colorado web designer is challenging the state's anti-discrimination laws.... more

It's Election Day in Georgia, where voters are deciding between Sen. Raphael Warnock and challenger Herschel Walker. Plus, a question... more

Today, we're covering Twitter's decision to suppress the Hunter Biden story and the new leaks showing internal discussions. Plus, an... more

Congress is trying to stop a potential railroad workers strike. But is Biden on the right side of the issue?... more

Today, we're covering one of the most complex stories Tangle has ever seen: The Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978.... more

We're breaking down the protests in China and what they mean for the world. Plus, a question about mass shooting... more

In today's edition of Tangle, we're going to be breaking down the Colorado Springs shooting and what we know about... more

Thanks from Isaac and the whole Tangle team.  In the spirit of giving, we ask that you share this url: www.readtangle.com/give.... more

We're breaking down the appoinment of another special counsel investigator to look into Trump. Plus, a question about who Democrats... more

Nancy Pelosi steps down from her leadership position. Plus, an update on a reader question from last week about candidate... more

We're going long on Sam Bankman-Fried and FTX, the complicated story of a Democratic mega donor and cryptocurrency exchange going... more

We're covering Trump's big announcement for another presidential run. Plus, we've got a new survey on how you're feeling about... more

We're covering the latest inflation numbers and what they mean (some good news, maybe?)... plus, a question about what candidates... more

We're covering the results from the 2022 midterms, including Democrats officially taking the Senate. Plus, a question about why some... more

We're covering everything that didn't make it into the newsletter yesterday, a reader question, and Isaac's thoughts on some of... more

We're taking a look at Democrats suprisingly strong night, where the midterm race stands now, and what to expect in... more

We're giving our final preview and rundown of the midterms, what we're watching, and what to expect. Plus, a question... more

Today, we're covering the return of Lula. We also have a reader question about how to prepare for the midterms. You... more

Election day is in four days. Today, Tangle founder Isaac Saul discusses the reasons most people don't vote, and why you... more

Today, we're covering the debate over affirmative action, and going long on the arguments for and against it. Plus, a... more

We're breaking down the Elon takeover of Twitter. Plus, a question about "grassroots" movements and an important reader survey about... more

Today, we're covering the progressives criticism of Biden's approach in Ukraine — and then the backtracking. Plus, a correction and... more

Today, we're covering the John Fetterman vs. Dr. Mehmet Oz debate. Plus, a question about how I think of Tangle,... more

Today, we're covering the results from the "Nation's Report Card," which showed significant drops in learning for fourth and eighth... more

We're breaking down the lawsuits that threaten Biden's student loan plan. Plus, a reader question about the Republican party platform... more

Ivan Moore is one of Alaska's top pollsters. Today, he sits down with Tangle to discuss ranked choice voting, the... more

We're covering the new rules about contractors and the gig economy, which could impact millions of workers. Plus, a question... more

We're discussing the scandal in Los Angeles over a leaked audio recording of racist remarks. Plus, a question about why... more

We're covering the latest inflation numbers from the Labor Department, what they mean, and who has gotten most of this... more

We're covering Biden's announcement of a wave of pardons. Plus, a question about state residency and running for office, and... more

Today, we're covering some harrowing updates from the war in Ukraine. Plus, a question about drawing the perfect congressional map. You... more

We're covering the protests in Iran and what they mean for Iranians and the U.S. Plus, a question about how... more

We're covering the decision by OPEC+ nations to cut oil production — and what it means for gas prices and... more

We're covering the voting rights cases in front of the Supreme Court. Plus, a preview of tomorrow's edition. No listener... more

We're taking the day (mostly) off in observation of Yom Kippur. To those of you observing, we wish you an... more

We're covering the latest from the war in Ukraine — including the annexations of four regions and Ukraine's advances. Plus,... more

We're covering the upcoming Supreme Court term. Also, a reader question about finding good presidential candidates and a brief note... more

Today, Isaac apologizes for not answering your email, announces some changes at Tangle, and launches our charity drive. Links: Our advertising policy: https://www.readtangle.com/tangle-advertising-policy/ Advertise... more

Unpacking the global whodunnit. You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under the Radar” story here, and today’s “Have a nice... more

The controversial permitting reform bill. Plus, a question about how Isaac starts his day, and a special shoutout to three... more

The elections in Italy and a question about talking to people who believe in conspiracies. You can read today's podcast here,... more

We're covering the New York attorney general's lawsuit into Trump. Plus, a question about food prices. You can read today's podcast... more

On today's episode, we sit down with election expert Michael McDonald. Michael is the author of the new book From... more

We are covering the Electoral Count Act reforms and skipping our reader question. Plus, a preview of tomorrow and a... more

Plus, a question about Lindsey Graham's abortion bill. You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under the Radar” story here, and... more

Lindsey Graham's abortion bill, a question about the migrants in Martha's Vineyard, and the incoming challenge to student debt cancellation. Click... more

The Martha's Vineyard story. Plus, a question about where migrants cross the border. You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under... more

We're covering the latest inflation news. Plus, some reader feedback, a preview of tomorrow's subscribers-only newsletter, and a question about... more

The race that could decide the Senate. Plus, a question about Gov. Abbott's immigration policy. You can read today's podcast here,... more

Happy 1 year anniversary to the Tangle Podcast! Advancing Ukrainian troops have made sudden gains with "shocking speed" in the northeastern... more

On Thursday afternoon, Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving British monarch, died at her estate in Scotland. She was 96 years... more

Over the last few months, a record number of migrant encounters at the southern border and a controversial new policy... more

The news we missed on our break, Biden's speech in Philly, and another question about Trump. You can read today's podcast... more

On today's episode, we sit down with Hyrum Lewis to discuss the misconceptions of political polarization. He is the co-author... more

We explore the legacy of the late Soviet leader. Plus, a question about comparing Hillary's emails to Trumps documents. NOTE: We... more

Plus, a reader question about electric vehicles. You can read today's podcast here. You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or... more

On Thursday, California announced it would ban the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles starting in 2035. Plus, a question about... more

On Friday, the government released a 38-page affidavit related to the search of Donald Trump's residence. Plus, a question about... more

On today's episode, Bloomberg columnist Noah Smith comes on the pod to talk about inflation — and what impact Biden's... more

Yesterday, President Joe Biden formally announced an executive order for widespread student debt cancellation. The move comes after more than... more

Dr. Fauci retires, some changes to Tangle, and a recap of last night's midterm results. You can read today's podcast here. You... more

It's a toss-up. We'll look at some of the competitions. Plus, a question about the term "pro-life." You can read today's... more

CDC director announces new COVID guidelines and an organizational overhaul. Plus, a question about politicians' priorities. You can read today's podcast... more

Three months since our last coverage of the conflict, we revisit.  You can read today's podcast here. You can subscribe to Tangle... more

And some more updates on recent primaries. Plus, a question about what she'll do next. You can read today's podcast here. You... more

Another update. Plus, a question about birthright citizenship. You can read today's podcast here. You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here... more

What we've learned since our previous coverage on the FBI's raid of Trump's Florida residence. Plus, a question about armed... more

On Sunday, Senate Democrats passed their climate, health care and tax package. Part of the package includes $80 billion in... more

The FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago. On Monday, news broke that federal agents had executed a search warrant at former President... more

On Thursday, the federal government declared monkeypox a public health emergency. Plus, a question about how journalists use polls. You can... more

After a year of negotiations between Democrats' progressive wing and their more conservative flank, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction... more

On Tuesday, Kansas voters rejected a referendum on an amendment to remove the right to abortion from the State Constitution.... more

The bill, short for the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act, passed the... more

The Democratic House Speaker began her trip to Asia on Monday with a stop in Singapore, and the three largest... more

The Tangle pod is extending its hiatus by one more day so Isaac can move his recording setup to his... more

On July 16, Isaac flew to Las Vegas to attend FreedomFest as an invited guest speaker. Check out today's episode... more

NOTE: The Tangle Podcast will go on break next week. Back with your daily news 8/1! On today's episode, Biden's climate... more

On Tuesday, the Senate took the first step to advance what lawmakers are calling "CHIPS-plus," a piece of legislation that... more

President Biden's trip to Saudi Arabia. We previewed the trip at the end of June, but now that Biden is... more

On Thursday, the West Virginia senator Joe Manchin told Democratic leaders that he was not going to back a new... more

Yesterday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its inflation numbers for June, and prices have once again risen sharply. Plus,... more

American basketball star Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia over four months ago on drug smuggling charges for allegedly possessing... more

President Biden, who is now 79, became the oldest president in U.S. history to be elected when he was voted... more

On Friday, Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest serving prime minister, was assassinated while giving a speech in Nara. Plus, a question... more

The Palestinian-American journalist was killed on May 11, 2022, as Israeli soldiers conducted a raid in the West Bank city... more

On Thursday, President Biden for the first time expressed support for making an exception to the filibuster rule in order... more

In a 6-3 ruling last week, the Supreme Court agreed with Republican-led states and coal companies that the 1970 Clean... more

President Biden says he will travel to the Middle East next month, from July 13-16. He will be visiting Saudi... more

On Thursday, the Supreme Court struck down a law in New York that required anyone who wanted to carry a... more

On Friday, the Supreme Court ended the constitutional right to an abortion, overruling the 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling and... more

Clementine Morrigan is not someone you'd expect to be an outspoken critic of the left. Warning: this episode contains explicit language You... more

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court ruled that Maine violated the Constitution when the state refused to make public funding available... more

A message from Isaac about what this is and why we do it. Plus, some quick hits from yesterday's news. You... more

One of the newest culture war battlegrounds in the U.S. is the exposure of children to drag shows. Plus, a... more

Last week, Republican Mayra Flores won a special election for an open congressional seat in South Texas. Her win over... more

Yesterday, the Federal Reserve approved the largest interest rate increase since 1994 and signaled it would continue lifting interest rates... more

Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed the Supreme Court Police Parity Act to extend Supreme Court security to the family... more

On Sunday, a group of 20 senators said they struck a bipartisan gun safety framework, a major breakthrough in talks... more

On Thursday, the Jan. 6 committee held the first of its prime time hearings on the events leading up to... more

On today’s episode, we are sitting down with Dorothy Schulz to discuss Biden's executive order on policing. Dorothy was a... more

We have most of the results from Tuesday's primaries now. One of the things many people were watching was how... more

In January, Shapiro — a prominent lawyer who had just been hired as a law professor at Georgetown — became... more

On Friday, Navarro, a White House adviser to former President Donald Trump, was indicted by a grand jury after failing... more

Last week, Sussmann was found not guilty of lying to the FBI when, in 2016, he passed on a tip... more

Members of the Senate are working together to adopt a set of red flag laws or create incentives for states... more

The order came on the two-year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd and after Congress failed to pass bipartisan... more

On Sunday, the U.S. Justice Department announced it was going to launch an investigation into the police response to the... more

On Monday, President Joe Biden was visiting Japan when he told world leaders that the U.S. would militarily defend Taiwan... more

Every now and then, Isaac feels compelled to abandon the Tangle formula and write something from the heart. Today is... more

It has now been over nine months since the U.S. left Afghanistan, so we thought it’d be a good time... more

On Thursday, the Senate approved $40 billion of additional military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Plus, a question about where... more

Primaries took place in Idaho, Kentucky, North Carolina, Oregon, and Pennsylvania. To narrow our focus a bit, we are going... more

Plus, an update on primaries, and a reader question about the baby formula shortage. You can read today's podcast here. You can... more

On Saturday, 10 people were killed in a grocery store in Buffalo, NY, by an 18-year-old white man. The violence... more

Over the last few weeks, what began as a pandemic-era quirk has spiraled into a national crisis. More than 40%... more

On Tuesday, Elon Musk said he would reverse Trump's Twitter ban if he takes over the company. Plus, are Republicans... more

Yesterday, President Biden addressed the country on inflation, telling Americans he understands what they are grappling with and that solving... more

In the wake of the Roe v. Wade opinion leak, which revealed that the Supreme Court is ready to overturn... more

Last week, Vance won the Republican primary for the hotly contested Senate seat that opened when Republican Sen. Rob Portman... more

Jacob Mchangama is a Danish lawyer, human-rights advocate, and social commentator. He is the founder and director of Justitia, a... more

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says it is stepping up an effort to counter disinformation from Russia, along with... more

On Monday night, Politico published a bombshell story that included a leaked draft of a majority opinion striking down Roe... more

Thanks for your patience as our podcast platform was down for software updates this afternoon! On today's ep; Last week,... more

President Joe Biden is reportedly nearing a decision on how to handle forgiving student debt for borrowers, a policy he... more

Plus, an exclusive offer for listeners of the pod. You can read today's podcast here. You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking... more

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) is considered the favorite to become speaker of the House, replacing Rep. Nancy Pelosi... more

Yesterday, after weeks of news reports swirling about Musk's involvement with the social media giant, Twitter accepted his takeover bid.... more

Yesterday, Emmanuel Macron defeated Marine Le Pen in France's presidential election, becoming the first French president in 20 years to... more

A "very online" story, but one that quite a few listeners have asked about. The controversy surrounding the alleged "doxxing"... more

On Monday, Florida Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle declared the Biden administration's Covid-19 mask mandate for public transportation unlawful. The ruling... more

On Thursday, the Republican National Committee (RNC) voted to withdraw from the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD), effectively ending more... more

A departure from form today, as Tangle reaches an important milestone. Thanks for listening. You can read today's podcast here. You can... more

Amazon workers in Staten Island, New York, voted to unionize earlier this month, the first time a successful organizing effort... more

We're covering Judge Jackson's confirmation and what it means for the court. Plus, a question about the "gap" in Trump's... more

On today’s podcast, we are sitting down with Justin Higgins. Justin is the host of Politics + Media 101, he... more

Every once in a while, a newsletter we publish generates enough feedback and criticism that we feel it's necessary to... more

Over the last two weeks, a series of news reports broke about the town of Bucha, which sits in the... more

Yesterday, the social media platform Twitter announced that Musk would be joining its board of directors. The announcement came just... more

A closer look at what is going on with Disney and and the events unravelling in Florida. There are two... more

For the past several months, the Biden administration and the European Union have been negotiating to reinstate the 2015 Joint... more

Yesterday, The New York Times reported that the Biden administration is planning to end Title 42, the emergency CDC health... more

Is this a pivot? A White House budget like this is not a binding document; it is more like a... more