The National Memo

The National Memo is a U.S.-based online news platform and newsletter that was established in 2011 by the acclaimed journalist and editor Joe Conason. This site offers up-to-the-minute news, insightful commentary, and analyses from prominent progressive voices across America. While it primarily focuses on American political matters, The National Memo also delves into global news, consumer finance, health, travel, and entertainment. The outlet highlights critical topics such as education, infrastructure, and environmental issues. According to its "About" page, "Our own 'journalism'—alongside our curated selection of the most intelligent stories each day—reflects a distinct and robust viewpoint, steering clear of the propaganda, extreme partisanship, and exaggerated ideologies that often plague political discussions." Joe Conason serves as the founder and editor-in-chief.

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'We Will Not Stand Silent': An Open Letter Against Retaliatory Investigations

1 day ago | nationalmemo.com | Harry Litman

I'm devoting today's Substack to words that other people have written. They are very important words—words of the moment and words for the ages. I don't generally sign onto letters, even those I agree with. My chief concern is avoiding any compromise to my credibility as a journalist. It's not as if it would surprise anyone to know I have views, and even to guess what they might be.
At First Press Conference, Kennedy Enrages Autism Families With Falsehoods

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Joe Conason

Conducting his first press conference as secretary of health and human services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. moved swiftly to demonstrate yet again why he is so unfit for that critical cabinet post.
Why Trump's War Against Women Doesn't Really Disturb Bill Maher

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Nina Burleigh

Last week, HBO comedian Bill Maher waxed effusive about Trump’s graciousness and charm at a White House dinner the president hosted for him, Kid Rock, and UFC head Dana White. On his Real Time show, Maher said: “You can hate me for it, but I’m not a liar. Trump was gracious and measured. And why isn’t that in other settings? I don’t know, and I can’t answer, and it’s not my place to answer. I’m just telling you what I saw, and I wasn’t high.”I’m usually a Bill fan.
Bobby's MAHA Mania: Die Now, Eat Healthier Later

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Merrill Goozner

The banned additives included brominated vegetable oil (BVO), potassium bromate and propylparaben, which having been linked to cancer or toxic effects on the heart, reproductive, and endocrine systems. Each has been banned in the European Union. The Illinois law also bans use of Red Dye #3, whose elimination starting in 2027 the Biden administration’s Food and Drug Administration finally ruled last December. The FDA concluded more than three decades ago the dye was carcinogenic.
DOGE's Mass Deregulation Scheme Will Put Millions Of Lives 'At Risk'

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Ailia Zehra

At over 400 federal agencies, officials appointed by President Donald Trump are reportedly collaborating with tech billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
New Polls Show Voters Rapidly Turning On Trump Over Economy

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Emily Singer

Less than 100 days into his new term, President Donald Trump and his Republican Party are hemorrhaging public support as his policies thrash the economy, threaten Americans’ Social Security and Medicaid, and blow up the rule of law. Trump's approval rating is now well underwater, with 54 percent of registered voters disapproving of the job he’s doing as president, compared with just 42 percent approving, according to Civiqs’ tracker.
Monsters Inc.: The Unconscionable White House Assault On Abrego Garcia

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Harry Litman

Passover began this past weekend with the traditional meal and discussion known as the “seder.” “Seder” means order, and the meal requires a precise liturgy unchanged for thousands of years.
Encouraged By Trump, Bukele Refuses To Return Victim Of Wrongful Deportation

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Walter Einenkel

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador joined President Donald Trump for a Q&A session with reporters on Monday, during which he pigheadedly said that he would not return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador’s CECOT prison. “I suppose you’re not suggesting that I smuggle a terrorist threat to the United States. I'm not going to do it. It's like, I mean, the question is preposterous,” he said.
Blaming Zelensky For Ukraine War, Trump Attacks Media And Spews Fake History

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Emily Singer

President Donald Trump is victim-blaming Ukraine after Russia carried out a missile attack on civilians at a Palm Sunday celebration in the city of Sumy, killing at least 34 people, including two children. On Sunday night after the bombing, Trump said in an interview on Air Force One that the ballistic missile attack was “a mistake" and a “horrible thing”—even though a ballistic missile attack has to be directed and thus could not have been a benign error as Trump suggested.
Law Firm That Won Fox Defamation Case Files Suit Against Trump

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Elizabeth Preza

Susman Godfrey, the firm that won a $787 million defamation lawsuit against Fox News for spreading lies about Dominion Voting Systems, is now suing the administration over President Donald Trump’s executive order “penalizing firms that employed his enemies or engaged in work he opposes,” the Daily Beast reports.