The hottest Trump Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Top U.S. Politics Topics
Letters from an American β€’ 11 implied HN points β€’ 11 Mar 24
  1. The Republican Party faced a significant week marked by controversies and internal changes.
  2. There is a growing shift towards Trumpism within the Republican Party, aiming to align with the MAGA movement principles.
  3. Biden continues to leverage the momentum from his State of the Union address, gaining endorsements and support from key political action committees.
Second Rough Draft β€’ 216 implied HN points β€’ 11 May 23
  1. Former President Donald Trump has faced serious accusations and legal issues, such as being branded a sexual abuser and being involved in criminal tax fraud.
  2. Journalists must be vigilant in not becoming desensitized to significant news events, like the need to continuously report on the context and implications of Trump's actions.
  3. Coverage of political figures like Trump should focus on the stakes of their actions rather than simply the odds, ensuring that the public is well-informed for important decisions.
The Washington Current β€’ 19 implied HN points β€’ 27 Jan 24
  1. Alina Habba, a lawyer for Trump, went on a rant after a court ordered him to pay $83.3 million for defaming a writer.
  2. The judge in the case had admonished Habba for her behavior in court, even threatening jail time.
  3. Habba expressed support for Trump amidst claims of injustice in the legal system.
Slack Tide by Matt Labash β€’ 175 implied HN points β€’ 01 Apr 23
  1. There's a lack of normalcy in today's political landscape and political figures are not held to traditional standards of morality.
  2. Hypocrisy is no longer a concern as many political figures operate without clear principles.
  3. Republicans are rallying around Trump despite legal challenges, showcasing a shift towards embracing embattled figures for financial and political gains.
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Everything's Broken β€’ 58 implied HN points β€’ 16 Apr 23
  1. America is not going communist, but is facing challenges related to public welfare allocation.
  2. The capture of the Republican party by extreme elements is a concerning aspect in the context of potential fascism.
  3. While America is not fascist, there are worrisome trends including personality-driven politics and scapegoating.
The Author Is Dumb β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 09 Oct 23
  1. Debates in US presidential politics may not significantly sway voter opinions due to increased partisanship and candidates spewing focus-grouped lines.
  2. Primary debates can be valuable for low-information voters to get a sense of candidates, especially unknown ones.
  3. Candidates in the GOP primary need to directly challenge Trump to stand out, as his base remains loyal even amidst controversies.