The hottest Scandal Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Top U.S. Politics Topics
Michael Shellenberger 7 HN points 13 Feb 24
  1. The United States Intelligence Community, including the CIA, used foreign spy agencies to target Trump advisors before the alleged collusion with Russia.
  2. The FBI should not have begun its investigation into Trump and Russia collusion in 2016, according to a special prosecutor for the Department of Justice.
  3. The Five Eyes intelligence alliance was used to surveil Trump's associates, with 26 of them specifically targeted for contact and manipulation.
Ahpocalypse Now 58 implied HN points 14 Jul 23
  1. The Finnish Government is facing significant scrutiny due to online forum posts made by a government minister.
  2. The forum posts have revealed racist and controversial statements made by the minister in the past, causing backlash.
  3. The situation could lead to a vote of no confidence in the government, potentially resulting in its downfall.
Marlene’s Newsletter 4 implied HN points 24 Feb 24
  1. Foxborough State Hospital, initially focused on treating alcohol and opium addiction, faced numerous scandals and abuse claims over the years, leading to investigations and scrutiny from the public.
  2. The hospital's history reflects a mix of treatment approaches, including questionable methods like the Keeley Cure which involved controversial ingredients and raised concerns about efficacy and ethics.
  3. As the hospital shifted to treating psychiatric patients and faced financial struggles during the Great Depression, many patients, especially those without families, faced harsh conditions, unknown burials, and challenges in tracking their histories.
Political Currents by Ross Barkan 8 implied HN points 18 Jan 24
  1. Scott Stringer is running against Mayor Eric Adams because he believes the city is deteriorating and he sees an opportunity to win.
  2. Stringer is in a better position to run this time compared to his previous mayoral campaign where he faced allegations of sexual misconduct.
  3. While Adams has more resources and support, Stringer still has a real shot at winning the primary election in June 2025.
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