Top U.S. Politics Substacks

#1 Letters from an American

A newsletter about the history behind today's politics.

#2 American Ambition

“An informed patriotism is what we want. Are we doing a good enough job teaching our children what America is and what she represents in the long history of the world? She is a shining city upon a hill.” - Ronald Reagan ~Largest Substack on the Right~

#3 PolitiBrawl

Politics, news, and debates for the people, by the people.

#4 Robert Reich

Daily newsletter exposing where power lies — and how it's used and abused

#5 Michael Moore

I was born in Flint, Michigan and raised on a dirt street by loving parents, two sisters and a lot of Green Giant in a can.

#6 The Bulwark

Analysis and reporting on politics and culture in America. Home to Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, Bill Kristol, JVL, Sam Stein, and more. No partisan loyalties. No tribal prejudices.

#7 Civil Discourse with Joyce Vance

Worried about the state of the republic? Get the legal knowledge & analysis you need to be an advocate for democracy, along with a dose of savvy optimism.

#8 Blue Amp

Blue Amp AMPLIFIES GOOD. Biden '20 ad writer Cliff Schecter/former MSNBC anchor David Shuster share the Good, Bad & Ugly w our Blue Note newsletter, livestreams, columns/videos & famous guests. Paid subscribers get the best deal on Substack. We like cats

#9 Meidas+

The ad-free home base for Meidas News, the fastest growing pro-democracy news network. Bonus articles, exclusive content, and interactive chats. Led by Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas, with exclusive articles by Ron Filipkowski.

#10 The Contrarian

Unflinching journalism in defense of democracy

#11 Steady

Dan Rather's steady take on a complex and chaotic world.

#12 Racket News

News and features by best-selling author and reporter Matt Taibbi, in an independent package molded after I.F. Stone's Weekly. The site contains investigative journalism, satirical commentary, and the America This Week podcast with novelist Walter Kirn.

#13 Popular Information

Independent accountability journalism.

#14 Lincoln Square Media

Lincoln Square - a joint endeavor with The Lincoln Project - where facts, experts, fearless media, and you - the ferocious opposition - meet. Join us!

#15 Steadfast & Loyal by Allen West

Thoughts, insights, and perspectives

#16 Beyond the Whiteboard

Welcome! I've started this Substack account to share my more in depth thoughts about Congress, campaigns, and the issues that families across the country are facing. I hope you'll learn a thing or two.

#17 Brian Tyler Cohen

A deep dive into what's happening in politics from one of the biggest content creators on the left.

#18 Olivia Troye

I had a front-row seat to history during Trump 1.0 – and blew the whistle. Every week, I offer sharp insights, expose hidden risks, and unpack the headlines so we can stay informed and ready. Join us as we cut through the noise designed to distract us.

#19 Zeteo

Zeteo is a new media organization that seeks to answer the questions that really matter, while always striving for the truth. Founded by Mehdi Hasan, Zeteo is a movement for media accountability, unfiltered news and bold opinions.

#20 Noahpinion

Economics and other interesting stuff

#21 The Good in Us by Mary L. Trump

In which we come together to save American democracy, or at least have fun while trying.

#22 The Preamble

News, politics, and history from #1 NYT-bestselling author Sharon McMahon. Breaking down government and law in straightforward ways you won’t find anywhere else. If you want clarity and context—delivered with sanity and reason—The Preamble is for you.

#23 The North Star with Shaun King

Independent, grassroots liberation-journalism focused on genocide, politics, power, race, policing, mass incarceration, organizing, and change. No ads, no spam, no hate or trolls because we are 100% supported by members like you.

#24 The Morning Edition

A newsletter covering politics, media bias and a smattering of culture.

#25 Glenn Greenwald

Independent, unencumbered analysis and investigative reporting, captive to no dogma or faction.

#26 Adam Kinzinger

I’m terrified by America’s fascism trend and disgusted that my party is now a Trump cult. My time inside the system and in the probe of the January 6 attack has left me with just an ember of hope. Making it grow requires the hard truth. Can we handle it?

#27 The Jim Acosta Show

Don't give in to the lies. Hold on to the truth!

#28 Cortes Investigates

Steve Cortes Investigates delivers sharp political analysis, economic insights, and cultural commentary from a conservative perspective.

#29 Silver Bulletin

Essays and analysis about elections, media, sports, poker, and all the other things I care about.

#30 Paul Krugman

Notes on economics and more

#31 Ryan Grim

A politics newsletter, written by Ryan Grim, reporter and editor at Drop Site, co-host of Counter Points and Deconstructed, and author of the books "The Squad," "We've Got People," and "This Is Your Country On Drugs."

#32 Lucas’s Substack

#33 Public Notice

Sign up for independent, incisive coverage of US politics and media, right in your inbox five times a week.

#34 Talking Feds Substack

TALKING FEDS Substack with Harry Litman is a series of dispatches from the front of a constitution in crisis; Litman explains how the maneuvers of Trump and his circle transgress constitutional norms and threaten national security and the rule of law.

#35 Strict Secret

De 3 ori pe săptămână, primești un email de la mine cu tot ce știu, cu tot ce se întâmplă pe lumea asta. O să fii mai informat ca restul lumii

#36 People Power United: America's Voice for Progress & Actions

People Power United champions progress and power to the people. We are a group of people who believe in the possibility of change and do the work to make it happen. Join us to build People Power.

#37 Public

Reporting on free speech, civilization, and humanity.

#38 The Dworkin Report

Insight into national politics and elections from a seasoned and fearless independent journalist, delivered to your inbox daily so you can stay inspired and informed—while you push back on Trump and corporate media.

#39 Slow Boring

Start your day with pragmatic takes on politics and public policy.

#40 The Weekly Dish

"To see what is in front of one's nose needs a constant struggle," - Orwell

#41 Standing Our Ground

Girl Dad. Lifelong Democrat. Hip-Hop Lover. Former Capitol Police Officer. Believer of Good Trouble.

#42 Defending The Republic

Newsletter analysis and summary of current social/political news

#43 everyone is entitled to my own opinion

I read the news today, oh boy

#44 Platformer

News at the intersection of Silicon Valley and democracy. On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 5PM Pacific.

#45 The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Explains what is happening, and why in our turbulent era. Speaks truth to power. 1 written & 1 broadcast commentary/day 6x/week.

#46 Act for America

The Nation's Premiere Conservative Grassroots Movement Dedicated to America's Culture, Security, and Freedoms. www.actforamerica.org

#47 Trygve’s Substack

Mostly society and politics, but will not be painted into a corner. Occasionally humorous, I am told.

#48 The Martyr Made Substack

Creator of The Martyr Made Podcast, and The Unraveling w/Jocko Willink

#49 The Chris Hedges Report

Covering US foreign policy, economic realities, and civil liberties in American society.

#50 BIG by Matt Stoller

The history and politics of monopoly power.

#51 The Social Contract with Joe Walsh

The Social Contract with Joe Walsh is spreading a message of tolerance, respect, informed decision-making, and citizen engagement to better equip Americans to defend democracy and reform our political system. Join the movement.

#52 The Hartmann Report

A Daily Newsletter of Renaissance Thinking about Progressive Politics, Economics, Science, and the Political News Issues of Our Day

#53 The Message Box

A newsletter for people who want to defeat Donald Trump and MAGA extremism from a former Senior Advisor to Barack Obama

#54 Hopium Chronicles By Simon Rosenberg

Expert commentary from a 30-year veteran of US politics. Here at Hopium we work on strategies to defeat MAGA, tell our story more effectively, and ensure freedom and democracy prevail. Expect sharp analysis, live events, and all sorts of Hopium!

#55 Ken Klippenstein

No-nonsense reporting on the U.S. national security state and politics.

#56 La Newsletter de CrowdBunker

CrowdBunker est LA plate-forme de libre-expression qui nous permet de nous informer et d'informer librement.

#57 The Alt Media with Adam Parkhomenko and Sam Youngman

The Resistance Newsletter. A progressive alternative to mainstream news. NSFF (Not Safe for Fascists)

#58 Chop Wood, Carry Water

This weekday newsletter gives you easy, effective political actions to take to stave off despair, effect positive change and elect more true public servants.

#59 Under the Desk News

The home for news that should matter to you, by V Spehar, an accomplished TikTokker who's been called "GenZ’s Walter Cronkite." Here you'll find a place for nuanced conversations and exclusive reporting that center your emotional safety.

#60 Nation First, by George Christensen

Defending our sovereignty & democratic, free way of life. Authorised by G. Christensen, River Street, Mackay.

#61 Pete Buttigieg's Substack

#62 Libs of TikTok

News and videos you can’t see anywhere else.

#63 Joy's House

Welcome to Joy's House, where you'll find the thoughts, notions, recommendations, newsie items, upcoming appearances and projects of political analyst, cable newsie, book author, documentary filmmaker, and nerd about-town Joy-Ann (Joy) Reid. Hang out!

#64 Dan Carr

Politics: Stay informed and engaged with our in-depth political analysis, breaking down current events, and exploring various ideologies. We're here to help you navigate the complex world of politics with clarity and insight.

#65 Erin In The Morning

News and discussion on trans legislation and life.

#66 Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf

Essays, updates and arguments from an eyewitness to a new dark age, with thoughts on how to keep liberty, justice and human rights alive.

#67 OpenTheBooks

Transparency revolutionizes U.S. public policy and politics.

#68 Patel Patriot’s Devolution Series

An open source examination of the all the moves made by Donald Trump before leaving office.

#69 Tulsi Gabbard

People before politics. Country before party. Peace, prosperity, security and freedom.

#70 Christopher F. Rufo

Leading the fight against the left-wing ideological regime.

#71 The David Pakman Show

with David Pakman

#72 Let's Address This with Qasim Rashid

A deep dive into the human rights issues affecting humanity. Pulling from my experience as a human rights lawyer—I bring the receipts to disentangle fact from fiction and advance the fight for universal human rights.

#73 Rick Wilson’s Intel and Observations

Thoughts and observations on the American Crisis.

#74 Why It Matters

A newsletter about what's happening around the world and Why It Matters.

#75 Must Read Texas

Here's what you need to know in Texas today.

#76 Persuasion

The community for those who believe that a free society is worth fighting for.

#77 Badlands Media

Honesty and integrity from citizen journalists.

#78 🇺🇸Colonel's Brief

News The Regime Media Hates

#79 Michelle Rempel Garner

Policy and punditry from an expert in both.

#80 The Intellectual Investor

Value Investing, Life/Philosophy and Classical Music Explained

#81 America, America

Essays of alarm and hope, on politics and society, democracy and justice. With passion and urgency.

#82 In Retrospect

In this ever-evolving thing we call life, we find ourselves at the crossroads of society's reckonings and personal awakenings. Here, we delve into the profound nuances of our global narrative, while traversing the corridors of politics and culture.

#83 The Present Age

Parker Molloy’s award-winning media criticism, culture, and politics newsletter.

#84 Above The Fold

The best of what's new at Manifold Markets

#85 The Freedom Academy with Asha Rangappa

A interactive community and college-level course about disinformation, its impact on democracy, and how we can make America's social fabric more resilient to this new threat.

#86 The Common Bridge

Fiercely non-partisan policy discussion.

#87 Open Windows- Ann Telnaes

Ann Telnaes- Artist, visual storyteller, creator of "Open Windows"

#88 LOOMER UNLEASHED

As the MOST BANNED WOMAN IN THE WORLD, Laura Loomer is the enemy of big tech censors, establishment Republicans, communist Democrats, and the globalist elites they take their orders from. Get her most groundbreaking journalism here.

#89 My Five Things

Essential lessons from people we admire.

#90 Stone Cold Truth with Roger Stone

The most controversial and groundbreaking content from legendary political operative and cultural icon Roger Stone.

#91 Marie Newman Studio Substack

Sharing ideas, observations, analysis & occasionally explainers around politics, women & leadership, mental health, entrepreneurship, economic inequity, and healthcare. Podcast: onceincollege.com

#92 Are you f'ng kidding me?

It’s me… JoJoFromJerz from Twitter!!

#93 ForbiddenNews Substack

CISA drove my website out of business and I've been de-platformed by Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, MailChimp, ConstantContact and Ezoic. Amazon de-platformed my film and Wikipedia deleted their article on me. I'm nearly disappeared off the web...

#94 Andrew Weissmann

#95 Ally Sammarco's Substack

Ally Sammarco is a recovering Trump supporter and current Democratic strategist who brings you the daily news in politics, while breaking it down from her perspective.

#96 La newsletter di MicroMega

Iscriviti alla newsletter gratuita di MicroMega. Ogni settimana una selezione di articoli di approfondimento e attualità nella tua casella di posta.

#97 Matt Goodwin

Politics analysed differently

#98 The Breakdown

Speaking Truth to Power

#99 Special Intelligence

Daily Flash Traffic & Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis and Warnings You Need on War, Espionage/Terrorism. My ONLY Official Sites& I DONT DM people Tiktok @OfficialMalcolmNance Youtube @MalcolmNanceMedia BlueSky @malcolmnance.bsky.com X - @MalcolmNance

#100 Slack Tide by Matt Labash

Taking life as it comes, not necessarily in that order