Jacob Weisberg's Blog, page 245

Techno-Fascism Isn’t New

Kyle Chayka joins to explain the parallels between Elon Musk and the fascist Japanese technocrats of the 1930s.

And The Oscar Goes To…Club Chalamet

From Club Chalamet to PaulMescalPics, fan accounts put in the work this awards season.

What happens when podcasters are determining what constitutes rule of law?

The appointment of a January 6 denier at the FBI should be and is incredibly worrying.

This Might Be Trump’s Most Bizarre Appointment Yet

Dan Bongino’s rise to one of the most powerful law enforcement agencies in the world is nothing short of outrageous.

The Most Tragic Part of That Disastrous Trump-Zelensky Meeting

Ironically, the meeting, with its treaty signing, had been shaping up to be a success.

My Teen Just Blew Up at Me Over His “Right to Privacy.” Excuse Me?

I don’t know what’s gotten into him!

Why Ron DeSantis, Josh Hawley, and Ben Shapiro Seem Pretty Mad at Trump Right Now

The administration may have helped two alleged criminals escape legal trouble, and even some allies are not happy.

I Thought My Husband Was a Good Stay-at-Home Dad. But Now I’m Not Sure My Toddler Is Safe.

I’m not sure what to do here.

Slate Mini Crossword for Feb. 28, 2025

Take a quick break with our daily 5x5 grid.

Slate Crossword: Christian’s Creations? (Five Letters)

Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for Feb. 28, 2025.