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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Corrupt: China-Linked Firm Buys Up $300M Of $Trump Memecoin

18 hours ago | nationalmemo.com | Ailia Zehra

A struggling tech firm with connections to China and a reliance on the Chinese social platform TikTok has reportedly secured funding to purchase up to $300 million worth of President Donald Trump's memecoin. The New York Times reported that GD Culture Group on Monday became the latest foreign-linked entity to capitalize on $TRUMP, Trump's cryptocurrency initiative that funnels profits directly to the Trump family.
Danziger Draws

2 days ago | nationalmemo.com | Jeff Danziger

Jeff Danziger lives in New York City and Vermont. He is a long time cartoonist for The Rutland Herald and is represented by Counterpoint Syndicate. He is a recipient of the Herblock Prize and the Thomas Nast (Landau) Prize. He served in the US Army in Vietnam and was awarded the Bronze Star and the Air Medal. He has published eleven books of cartoons, a novel and a memoir. Visit him at jeffdanziger.com. From Your Site ArticlesRelated Articles Around the Web
While Catholics Celebrate, MAGA Seethes Over 'Woke' New Pope Leo XIV

6 days ago | nationalmemo.com | Ailia Zehra

Supporters of President Donald Trump and his Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement have expressed their opposition to the new leader of the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Prevost, who was elected pope on Thursday and took the name Pope Leo XIV. Last month, Prevost reposted a post on the social platform X sharing a piece by Bishop Menjivar that criticized Trump's policy on immigrants. Earlier in February, Prevost had posted about Vice President JD Vance that has now gone viral.
Pirro's Fox Producer Said She's 'Nuts,/' So Trump Names Her Top D.C. Prosecutor

6 days ago | nationalmemo.com | Matt Gertz

Fox News host Jeanine Pirro is so unhinged that the network took her show off the air following the 2020 election out of (subsequently confirmed) fear that she’d use it to launder deranged conspiracy theories about the results.
Desperate For 'Deals,' Trump Hypes Tiny UK Trade Agreement

6 days ago | nationalmemo.com | Oliver Willis

Americans are struggling with price increases and economic uncertainty brought on by President Donald Trump’s tariffs, and the situation remains unchanged after Trump announced a supposed “deal” with the United Kingdom on Thursday. “Together with our strong Ally, the United Kingdom, we have reached the first, historic Trade Deal since Liberation Day,” Trump wrote in a Truth Social post.
Fed Chair Bluntly Warns Trump Tariffs Will Risk Inflation And Recession

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Emily Singer

On Wednesday, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell defended the bank's decision to stabilize interest rates. He said that, while the economy seems solid, President Donald Trump's tariffs increase the risk of inflation and unemployment, warranting a pause in monetary policy to see how things go.
Why Trump's Latest FDA Appointee May Imperil Agency's Vital Work

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Merrill Goozner

By appointing Dr. Vinay Prasad to run the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, the Trump regime has installed another prominent opponent of Covid-era public health policies to a key position at the Food and Drug Administration. CBER is responsible for ensuring the safety and efficacy of vaccines, biologic drugs, gene therapies and the blood supply.
Meeting With Canada's New Prime Minister, Trump Displays Mental Decay

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Emily Singer

President Donald Trump hosted newly minted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House Tuesday—and in the process showed that his 78-year-old brain has completely turned to mush. He incorrectly said that a Russian hockey player is from Canada and baselessly claimed to have solved California's drought problems. But let’s break down Trump’s idiotic claims point by point.
Trump's Failed National Security Adviser Gets UN Consolation Post

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Emily Singer

Hours after nearly every major news outlet reported that national security adviser Mike Waltz was the first big casualty of the Trump administration, President Donald Trump announced that—surprise!—he’s nominating Waltz to be ambassador to the United Nations. “I am pleased to announce that I will be nominating Mike Waltz to be the next United States Ambassador to the United Nations,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.
Ignore Trump's Distractions -- This Is His Economy Now

1 week ago | nationalmemo.com | Paul Krugman

Many people have complained about New York Times headlines, with reason. All too often an equivocating, sanewashing headline belies the excellent reporting that follows. But yesterday the Times about the first-quarter decline in GDP: “Trump boasts about the economy, but says weak data is Biden’s problem.”There will be much more of this as the data get worse, which they will.