Liz Cheney
Coverage of Liz Cheney in the Nexus archive.
- Burt Jones takes shots at absent rival on the debate stage as Rick Jackson hits the campaign trail
Burt Jones criticized absent rival Rick Jackson during a debate by using an empty podium to highlight Jackson's absence. Jackson attended a separate campaign event with Florida Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott instead of participating in the debate. Both candidates are competing in a June 16 primary runoff for the governor's race.
- The worst and most cringe-worthy moments from Stephen Colbert’s now-canceled 'Late Show'
Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' was canceled after facing criticism for political bias, financial losses, and controversial content. A study found 87% of his jokes targeted conservatives, with 3,639 Trump-related jokes in 2023 alone. The show employed 22 writers for liberal-leaning monologues and featured minimal Republican guests.
- A look inside a North Country primary feud
Republican Assemblymember Robert Smullen previously considered challenging Rep. Elise Stefanik in a primary, but later denied it and expressed respect for her leadership. The conversation occurred in July 2021, amid redistricting concerns. Smullen has since donated to Stefanik's campaigns and received her support.