Trump's Dream World in Dallas (and a glimpse into what the midterms may hold). W/ @michaelscherer.bsky.social, on the ground in the hot, muggy arena where reality is for the birds. www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...

NEW: President Trump began his midterm-convention address last night by casting his spell on the crowd in Dallas. “This place is packed,” he announced, pointing to the back where everyone could see empty seats. w/
@ashleyrparker.bsky.social www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...

Where were you on September 11, 2001? Every American old enough to remember the day has an answer—but Trump has several, @RoseSheinerman writes. www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...

I am pro literally ANY publication that manages to emerge in this current moment, BUT especially excited about
@washingtonsun.bsky.social, featuring many of my talented former co-workers and offering real local coverage for a community that devours it. www.nytimes.com/2026/09/08/b...

Get thee to The Atlantic Festival, next week in NYC! Buy your tix here, and learn all about your amazing speakers: www.theatlantic.com/theatlanticf...

NEW: Trump had begun comparing himself to Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, and Napoleon in private conversations.

My look, w @michaelscherer, on Trump, his legacy, and the long scope of his history: www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...

"Many of us understand the desire to protect a movement that seeks justice. But protecting men who hurt women isn’t the way to do it."

Always read @jenishawo.bsky.social, this time on Cesar Chavez: www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...