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Jason Zengerle

Jason Zengerle is a writer for GQ.

The Audacity of Pete Buttigieg

Jason Zengerle on the improbable arrival and urgent ambition of a man who'll be shaping our politics for years—whether or not he wins in 2020.

The Unfinished Business of Bernie Sanders

What's next for the Vermont senator?
Men of the Year

How Ronan Farrow Creates a Safe Space

Spearheading reporting that catalyzed the #MeToo movement, he won a Pulitzer Prize this year and something more: a reputation as the most fearsome investigative journalist in America.
Politics

The Struggles of Joe Manchin, the Last Democrat in Trump Country

He’s a lonely Democrat in deep red West Virginia, and the last of a dying breed—a moderate. And he’s fighting for his life.
Politics

Kirsten Gillibrand, the Senator From the State of #MeToo

The outspoken New York senator talks about battling with Donald Trump, Al Franken’s resignation, and becoming the face of a political movement.
Politics

John McCain Hopes You'll Say He Served His Country "Honorably"

An interview from the December issue with the senator from Arizona.
GQ Intelligence

Chris Christie's Last Fight

Catching up with Christie as he hobbles out of office as the most unpopular governor in the history of New Jersey.
Politics

What Happens if Mike Pence Becomes President?

A glimpse inside a White House without Trump, reported by Jason Zengerle.

Inside Corey Lewandowski’s Failed Romp in Trump’s Swamp

His plans blew up, but they point at the sketchy new opportunities in Trump’s D.C.
Politics

Barack Obama Isn’t Done Yet

According to inside sources, he ain’t going out like that.
True Believer of the Year

Bernie Sanders on Donald Trump's Victory, Identity Politics, and the Failures of the Democratic Party

Bern is not feeling the Trump.
Gawker Stalker

The Lawyer Who Killed Gawker Isn’t Done Yet

Meet the real-life Hogan's Hero.
Explain Yourself

How the Hell Did Donald Trump Become President?

A brief, valiant attempt at explaining this...this...thing.
Election 2016

On the Eve of the Election, I Took My Son to See Donald Trump

What does "Make America Great Again" mean to a nine-year-old?

The Latest Outrageous Way the GOP Plans to Stick It to Hillary (and Democracy)

Even sane Republicans are talking themselves into crippling the Supreme Court by refusing to confirm a new justice.
Election 2016

Donald Trump Being a Clown Is Bad for Hillary

Because you can't have a mandate if you've only beaten a fool.

Why Republicans Can’t Quit Trump (No Matter How Hard They Try)

The real soul of the GOP is sadder than you thought.
U.S. in Arms

Talking About Guns with the Democrat Who Can Assemble an AR-15 Blindfolded

Senate hopeful Jason Kander looks to unseat the GOP incumbent being pro-gun background checks in a state that loves its guns.
Renaissance Man

Joe Scarborough Has Big Dreams (For Instance, 'Trump: The Musical')

He's the Lin-Manuel Miranda of MSNBC.

Matt Lauer Going Soft Will Now Make the Debates Harder for Trump

Good luck during the actual debates!
Taking a Trump

Donald Trump Is Rocking Out Too Hard to Soften on Immigration

Xenophobia is a hell of a drug.
Trump

Donald Trump Can’t Even Pander to White Voters the Right Way

Hey, man, your dog whistle is busted.
Who Knows?

What Is Donald Trump's Major Malfunction?

Three theories as to why Trump's gone more off the rails than ever lately
Political Theory

Dammit, Donald Trump is Already Laying the Groundwork for a Recall

You didn't think he'd go quietly, did you?