So Trump blew up Obama's deal with Iran, launched a new war, depleted our arsenal, cost us tens of billions, exposed the US as weaker to the world, and ended up just going back to a version of Obama's deal but worse? Do I have that right?

When politicians say they can't hold corporations accountable, remember: they can. They just choose not to.

This is why the war in Iran was always a fool’s errand. Trump was never going to commit the necessary resources to actually win it. Now, we’re apparently getting ready to leave with an emboldened Iran and a Middle East that’s in a worse position than when we started.

CALIFORNIA: Less than 2 weeks to vote in the primaries. VOTE NITHYA RAMAN FOR MAYOR, please! (A) She's great and has a million ideas for how to fix the city (B) If you don't, a very dumb and bad man might win Pratt isn't even Trump 2.0. He's like a buggy Trump beta version. Don't let him run LA!

Folks are misunderstanding what’s happening in Iran at a fundamental level. It boils down to the fact that Iran’s leadership thinks they’re winning. They think they can hold out longer than Trump will fight. That’s why they’re refusing to negotiate on the nuclear issue.

Colbert guest hosted a public access TV show in Monroe, Michigan a day after the Late Show ended. Guest star: Jeff Daniels Special appearance by: Eminem Musical director: Jack White Genius. youtu.be/jJTXB5uT_C4?...

you know your deal is shit when even the trade mags are (sometimes) being honest with themselves about the impact of pointless debt-addled consolidation

“.. What is happening is an assault on democracy, and they’re using the easiest vector, which is anti-Black racism, because it’s the easiest thing you could do, the laziest thing you can do,” Nelson said. @nytopinion.nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2026/05/22/m...

Kevin O'Leary should have to drink it.

Bronson Pinchot said he improvised his “Beverly Hills Cop” character, Serge, based on a makeup lady he once had. On paper, Serge was “originally this American .. with no dimension to him, so I took it and just walked around with it trying to see what I could come up with.” Born today in 1959. 🎂

Are we done here yet? www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/politic...

Please STOP saying “ They voted against their own interests.” When referring to poor, uneducated white folks. They voted to further white supremacy, in the hopes of lifting the social currency of whiteness. They are getting EXACTLY what they voted for.

You don't necessarily have to outfight your enemy, just outlast them. Stay in the ring, and just don't be the first one to quit.

Jalen. Fucking. Brunson.

The NAACP is urging Black athletes and fans to “withhold athletic and financial support” from public universities in states that “have moved to limit, weaken or erase Black voting representation”

My Sabres fought hard and lost Game 7 in overtime. It's nights like this that I wish I could hug my entire hometown of Buffalo.

D+11 on a generic ballot probably looks something like 40 seats gained in the House - IF we don’t get complacent. Have you registered to vote yet? Have you double checked to make sure you’re still registered? Do you have any documentation you need to vote? Start planning now.

Seriously. i love kenny, jermaine, and aubrey. The level of haterism towards Drake from certain folk on socials, despite him OWNING the weekend, is illustrative. It reminds me of MAGA people when they get triggered. They should ask themselves why.

Periodt.

best trend of 2026. boo all these fuckers.

Thousands are marching in Selma calling for a full restoration of the voting rights act.

Spending more time on X makes one more right-wing. There is causal evidence of this!

Amazing fact about Blue California: The state actually wants people to vote.

Your occasional reminder that if you want to see which candidates your party is supporting, do not trust any mailers that claim to be official. Go to the website.

As a senior in high school, I wrote an essay about Haley and "Roots" that found its way into Haley's hands. He reached out to me, became a mentor, even came to speak at my school. This was a brilliant, generous, profound man whose work CHANGED AMERICA for the better. Knox County knows it.

Ladies and gentlemen... the weekend. (also: you are important and are not alone 🧡)

His recent albums--while having hits & some certifiable bangers--have largely felt, to me, rather unfocused and cynical. But these 3 albums each delineate towards different cities--Heartbreak Drake, Rapping, & Club. Potent songs. RARE skips. This is my favorite Drake project since Scorpion.

WTF

Holy shit--he's puling a Frank Ocean and dropping THREE ALBUMS at midnight!

Absolute fucking 🔥🔥🔥.

I repeat: THE PITT is saving television. And not in the flippant, "I just really like it" way. THE PITT has a full writers room, full crew, full seasons and is wildly popular. It's the type of TV that execs thought was dead, and, most importantly, it's the type of TV viewers will always crave.

I enjoy both Kendrick and Drake (much like I love Nas and Jay), but I'm 100% percent amused by the stans on both sides. The leaked song is fire. And I'm looking very forward to ICEMAN. (if that triggers you, you're who I'm talking about)

This entire thread is solid gold.

If you haven’t seen it, you really should watch All the President’s Men on HBO Max before it goes away

He's trying to buy the election. Don't let him. Vote Becerra.

I know everyone thinks their newsletter is amazing. But modestly, I don't think you'll find a better or more comprehensive daily overview of the TV & media industry anywhere. And it's free toomuchtv.beehiiv.com/p/too-much-t...

Thank you for the sound bite, Mr. President

Residuals

From now until the heat death of the universe; fuck the NYT

About time. More of this, please.

We’re in the “break glass in case of emergency” moment for American democracy. Democrats can create 22 new blue US House seats by 2028 by redrawing maps in: – New York – Colorado – Maryland – Oregon – Wisconsin – Minnesota – Pennsylvania Time to take action.

Based on this Virginia ruling, the Tennessee and Florida maps should both also be shot down. If not, Virginia should just pull a Tennessee and change the rules to ram it though the legislature. 🤷‍♂️

“When it comes to spending, it’s a zero-sum game. All of that money spent on executive bonuses and boosting the stock price comes directly out of the operational budgets of the big media companies.”

The best thing John Roberts has ever done is prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the Supreme Court is a political institution and we should dramatically reduce its power over our government.

Come with me to help our local Daisy Scouts get their government badge in Queens! 🍪 (🎥✨ Trying out vlogging for the first time - let me know your thoughts/tips/tricks!)

They're really stopping an election that's already under way to erase my people from the map.

throw him in the trash. no exceptions, no mercy www.the-independent.com/arts-enterta...

Surprise "The Bear" prequel episode? Surprise "The Bear" prequel episode. (Written by Moss-Bachrach & Bernthal, directed by Christopher Storer)

Chris Cillizza's entire business model seems to be putting out takes that are so stupid that they demand to be engaged with. In a media sphere full of engagement farmers he is probably the most vacuous. Quote posting him is just helping him monetize his bullshit. Just block him.

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