Yes, the Mid-Terms Were a Blue Wave
Political scientist David Faris argues that Tuesday's mid-terms were a clear repudiation of President Donald Trump and his party.
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Dispatches: Breaking Down the Implications of the Cohen and Manafort Criminal Cases
News and notes from Pacific Standard staff and contributors.
A Dozen Russian Military Officers Have Been Indicted for Hacking During the 2016 Presidential Campaign
The hackers used spearfishing messages and installed malicious software to spy on users and steal data.
Yes, Mueller Can Indict Trump
Legal scholar Eric Posner argues the president fears the legal process—which is exactly why he is trying to discredit it.
Most Americans Approve of Robert Mueller's Investigation
Sixty-one percent of Americans expressed confidence in Special Counsel Robert Mueller's ability to conduct a fair investigation into Russia's involvement in the 2016 presidential election.
Trump Says He'll Speak to Mueller Under Oath
Mueller intends to question Trump about his decisions to fire Michael Flynn and James Comey.
Mueller Seeks to Interview Trump
Mueller hopes to question the president on his decision to release former FBI Director James Comey and national security adviser Michael Flynn.
The Price He Will Pay
President Donald Trump's main legacy will likely be a series of new laws and practices designed to prevent someone like him from abusing power or even obtaining it in the first place.
Michael Flynn Gets Plea Deal, Willing to Testify Against Trump
Flynn is willing to testify that Trump directed him to make contact with the Russians.
This Is a Good Way to Create a Legitimacy Crisis
The indictment of Paul Manafort should signal the Trump administration's suspect role in the 2016 election. But for many, it won't.
Robert Mueller Enlists a Grand Jury for Russia Investigation
The move suggests that Mueller may subpoena witnesses or documents and perhaps pursue indictments.
What Robert Mueller Learned Investigating Enron
The patient, sophisticated, and very aggressive prosecution of the energy giant could signal how he will handle the Russia investigation.
Department of Justice Appoints Special Counsel for Russia Investigation
The Department of Justice tapped Robert Mueller to look into the alleged collusion between the Trump campaign and Russian officials.