Big Tech app companies want to evade employment law, and they’re hoping Republicans will help.
Republicans
Biden-Era Regulations on Congress’s Chopping Block
Republicans reveal their first targets for the Congressional Review Act. Consumer protection rules may be next.
Donald Trump Is Already Bungling Disaster Relief
But there may be a way for Democrats to save Los Angeles.
If Republicans Deny Disaster Aid on Political Grounds …
Today on TAP: How will the next Democratic House respond to the inevitable Florida hurricane?
Trump’s Attack on Government Capacity Will Fan the Flames of the Home Insurance Crisis
The U.S. Forest Service is already underfunded and understaffed. Slashing its resources further is likely to unleash more severe wildfires.
Trump Opts for One Big Bill
Today on TAP: Republicans set their legislative priorities; they’re going to try to do everything at once. Good luck with that.
Johnson Wins Speaker Battle; War Goes On
An extended first ballot shows the tenuous hold Johnson has on the House Republican caucus.
President Musk Declares War on American Workers
MAGA voters thought they elected an America First government. Tech billionaires think they are running the show.
Congress Has the Opportunity to Do the Funniest Thing Ever
The Speaker election looks tight. The presidential election certification is just days away. Could Republicans impose their own January 6th through sheer obstinacy?
Twelve From Twenty-Four
Editor at Large Harold Meyerson on the year in politics and policy

