Jonathan Freedland

The article discusses the fragility of the U.S. republic, highlighting concerns about its constitution's weakness revealed by the 'would-be emperor in Washington.' It references the 250th anniversary of the U.S. independence and Benjamin Franklin's warning that maintaining a republic requires vigilance.

The 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence is overshadowed by Donald Trump's self-centered focus during celebrations. The article discusses declining patriotism among Americans, as explored by Jonathan Freedland and Yoni Appelbaum.

The article discusses the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, noting that Donald Trump has shifted focus to himself during the celebrations. It mentions a podcast conversation between Jonathan Freedland and Yoni Appelbaum about declining patriotism in America.

The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC must be drained again. Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for the failure to maintain the water's 'American flag blue' color, but the project's high cost and ongoing issues are seen as an embarrassing failure for him.

The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC will be drained again. Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for the water not staying 'American flag blue,' but the project's failure to maintain the pool is seen as an embarrassment for the president, who has spent millions on it.

Donald Trump stated talks with Tehran were progressing well and a peace agreement was 'largely negotiated,' but the US launched strikes in Southern Iran the following day. By Thursday, Trump shared a draft peace agreement with allies, though the deal remains unstable. Jonathan Freedland discusses Trump's shifting stance with Ali Vaez of the International Crisis Group.

Donald Trump dropped a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for an $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund designed to compensate those who believe they were unfairly investigated by the government. Critics are characterizing the fund as 'corruption on steroids,' raising concerns about its potential misuse.

The article discusses calls from both political sides to invoke the 25th Amendment to remove Donald Trump from office, despite a temporary ceasefire with Iran. Jonathan Freedland interviews David Smith to explore congressional procedures for removing Trump from the presidency.