# The ‘Devil’s Bargain’ at the Heart of American Politics Now

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Published: 2026-07-18T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://nytimes.com/2026/07/18/opinion/politics-compromise-todd-blanche.html
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This week: the Todd Blanche hearing, Lindsey Graham’s legacy and progressive infighting.

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