The Lever
Exposing political and corporate maneuvering, corruption and the greed behind the decisions that affect our lives.
FTC Chair Lina Khan Responds To Calls For Her Firing
Friday July 26, 2024“Monopolies not only have economic power, but use that power to buy political power,” she tells The Lever’s David Sirota.Can Harris Fight — And Win?
Friday July 26, 2024In a wide-ranging WNYC discussion, The Lever’s David Sirota explores why Dems going populist is the only way to defeat Trump.Dems’ Billionaire Tech Donor Presses Harris To Fire Antitrust Regulator
Thursday July 25, 2024After donating millions to Democrats, a Microsoft board member is pressuring Harris to ax regulator scrutinizing the tech giant.Toxic Harvest
Thursday July 25, 2024New research finds pesticides may be as bad for you as smoking — so why is Congress poised to shield the industry from liability?Will Kamala Harris Hold The Powerful Accountable?
Wednesday July 24, 2024As Harris locks in her presidential nomination, here’s her record on monopolies and financial power.Are Pro-Police Scammers Campaigning For Your Cash?
Tuesday July 23, 2024Political action committees claiming to raise money for law enforcement are actually netting millions for an alleged fraud king, while Congress refuses to act.Biden Created A Crisis — His Withdrawal Is An Opportunity
Sunday July 21, 2024The president damaged his party, but finally made the right decision. Now, there are huge opportunities, if Dems don’t repeat their mistakes.LEVER WEEKLY: Vance Takes Center (Far-Right) Stage
Sunday July 21, 2024The Republican platform is embracing guns even after Trump’s assassination attempt, and more from The Lever this week.YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Your Phone Could Power Your Car
Saturday July 20, 2024Plus, meddling homeowner associations are put in their place, retirees put up a good fight, and the left wins big across the pond.