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 The Bulwark

The Bulwark is home to Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, Bill Kristol, JVL, Sam Stein, Catherine Rampell and more. We are the largest pro-democracy bundle on Substack for news and analysis on politics and culture—supported by a community built on good faith.

#5 Pete Buttigieg's Substack

Husband, dad, veteran, writer, and proud Midwesterner. 19th US Secretary of Transportation and former Mayor of South Bend.

#6 Meidas+

The premium hub for MeidasTouch, 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.

#7 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.

#8 The Capitalist

For patriotic builders who still believe in the American dream.

#9 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.

#10 Tropic Press: J.C. Bruce

News and views for thoughtful Floridians. And Americans too.

#11 Paul Krugman

Notes on economics and more

#12 Brian Tyler Cohen

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

#13 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.

#14 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.

#15 Popular Information

Independent accountability journalism.

#16 Steady

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

#17 Blue Amp Media

I'm Cliff Schecter, Biden ad writer (2020) who beat Trump then founded BAM to "amplify good" and fight billionaire predators & MAGA. With me is Emmy-winning former MSNBC anchor, David Shuster. WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOU EVERY DAY AND WE WILL WIN THIS FIGHT!

#18 Adam Kinzinger

After 12 years as a Republican in Congress, I voted to impeach Donald Trump and lost my party. They tried to take everything else. Now I'm bringing you the stories that matter and telling hard truths about what's happening to America.

#19 State of the Day

Sharp reporting and commentary on news, politics, and culture — without political correctness or spin. Includes Unfit to Print, The Drain Pipe, State of the Day, Mr. Right, Good Life, Extras, and Video.

#20 Gavin Newsom

Husband to Jen Siebel Newsom and father. 40th Governor of California. Host of podcast This is Gavin Newsom.

#21 Noahpinion

Economics and other interesting stuff

#22 Racket News

Regular news and features by award-winning author and investigative reporter, Matt Taibbi.

#23 The Good in Us by Mary L. Trump

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

#24 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.

#25 Rep. Jasmine Crockett

#26 Olivia of 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 me as I cut through the noise designed to distract us.

#27 Why It Matters

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

#28 People Power United | News & Action

Independent, people-powered news and grassroot movement actions to champion our rights, freedoms, the rule of law, and democracy.

#29 Silver Bulletin

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

#30 The David Pakman Show

One of the most watched independent progressive programs in the country.

#31 Cortes Investigates

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

#32 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.

#33 Lincoln Square Media

Chaos is a distraction; clarity is our weapon. We stand vigilant to ensure the American people get the facts behind the headlines—and expert strategies to rise to this critical moment.

#34 Doug for Alabama

The official Substack of Doug for Alabama

#35 Montana Dispatch -Truth, Beauty & Resistance - by Ryan Busse

I'm a believer in progress and the urgency to fight like we mean it. Ranch kid, former firearms exec, author, wild game chef, and member of a kick-ass family.

#36 Glenn Greenwald

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

#37 The Jim Acosta Show

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

#38 FactCheck.org

The official free Substack of FactCheck.org.

#39 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."

#40 The Huckabee Post

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

#41 Crooked Media

Featuring Pod Save America. Politics + culture for folks not ready to give up on democracy.

#42 Steadfast & Loyal by Allen West

Thoughts, insights, and perspectives

#43 Raw America

The fastest-growing people powered news network in America. Investigative journalism, analysis and Capitol Hill reporting.

#44 Public Notice

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

#45 Lucas’s Substack

#46 The MAHA Report

The official publication of MAHA Action Inc., reporting on food safety, scientific research, pharma influence, environmental toxins, and the political movement transforming American health.

#47 The Feed

A daily(ish) newsletter that breaks down politics and pop culture through the voices of trusted digital creators.

#48 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.

#49 Our Moral Moment w/ Bishop William Barber & Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove

Every age must have a movement of people who will stand together b/c the issues before us are not left vs right, but right vs wrong.

#50 Must Read TX

Delivering the most indispensable tip sheet in Texas politics and government to 22,000+ subscribers each weekday. Paid subscriptions start at $7/month. Become a paid subscriber here: mustreadtx.substack.com.

#51 Patriotic Viral News

Patriotic Viral News was created to bring you the latest conservative news stories and viral videos from around the web. Our videos will inspire, provoke thought, and sometimes even shock you. We encourage you to share our news, lets make America Great!

#52 Conor Lamb

Former US Representative, federal prosecutor, and Marine officer. Currently Kline & Specter; democracy seminars at Duquesne Law; town hall participant.

#53 Jeffery Mead

I break down politics, culture, and media strategy—without the BS.

#54 Talking Feds Substack

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

#55 Joy's House! (An Image Lab Joint)

Joy's House is the official home of Joy-Ann Reid and The Joy Reid Show (TJRS). Here you'll find news, opeds, recommendations, upcoming appearances and more from political analyst, author, documentary filmmaker & Blerd, Joy-Ann Reid and her contributors.

#56 The Chris Hedges Report

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

#57 Gingrich 360

Gingrich 360 is a multimedia production company based in Arlington, Virginia, featuring the work of Speaker Newt Gingrich and Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich.

#58 Slow Boring

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

#59 Public

Subscribers fund every investigation. No advertisers. No investors.

#60 Act for America

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

#61 Off Message

Because vigorous internal debate isn't a weakness—it's essential.

#62 Andrew Yang Newsletter

A newsletter about current events, business, politics, tech and how we can solve our biggest problems together.

#63 The Martyr Made Substack

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

#64 Ken Klippenstein

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

#65 The Weekly Dish

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

#66 Minocqua Brewing Company Times

We are a progressive independent media platform focused on combatting right wing misinformation in the Upper Midwest. We fund ourselves through paid subscriptions and the sale of products from over 150 progressive businesses on the Minocqua Marketplace

#67 everyone is entitled to my own opinion

I read the news today, oh boy

#68 Open Letters, from Anne Applebaum

democracy and dictatorship, Russia and Ukraine, America and Europe, local and global, past and present

#69 The Social Contract with Joe Walsh

The Social Contract is a citizen-supported movement resisting authoritarianism and restoring classic American values like civic engagement, tolerance & mutual respect. Written and hosted by former Congressman Joe Walsh, founder of HopeNotFearProject.org.

#70 The Warning with Steve Schmidt

Exposes the threats to American democracy – and the people behind them

#71 BIG by Matt Stoller

The history and politics of monopoly power.

#72 Platformer

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

#73 The Don Lemon Show

Don Lemon's Substack is a direct, unfiltered platform where Don breaks down politics, media, and culture with sharp analysis, personal perspective and unapologetic clarity. No network. No corporate sponsors. Just you and me.

#74 Under the Desk News

A place for nuanced conversations and exclusive reporting that center your emotional safety. LIVE Newscast M-F 10-11:30am ET

#75 Salty Politics with Julie Roginsky

Authentic, commonsense straight talk about our politics and culture.

#76 The Hartmann Report

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

#77 Rick Wilson’s Against All Enemies

Tireless resistance to autocracy. Never out of the fight.

#78 Bright America 🔆

There's plenty to fear, but we must have hope! Democracy is on the ropes, and we're fighting back - holding leaders accountable (with an army of lawyers) to save our country for our kids and grandkids. Subscribe now to stand with us and focus on action!

#79 The Message Box

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

#80 The Last Ward

The Last Ward is where power is brokered, deals are cut, and Chicago’s future is decided. Published by the Chicago Policy Center.

#81 Legal AF's Substack

Breaking news at the intersection of law & politics with sharp & witty commentary curated by Legal AF x MeidasTouch’s co-founder, Michael Popok.

#82 The Nation's Substack

The Nation Magazine's official Substack

#83 Let's Address This with Qasim Rashid

As a human rights lawyer I bring the receipts to debunk disinformation and advance the fight for absolute justice.

#84 Libs of TikTok

News and videos you can’t see anywhere else.

#85 Eddie Speir's MAN/HIL Substack

I'm the only America First candidate for Congress FL-16. This Substack is where you can find my thoughts on leadership, policies, and my plans to repair America.

#86 Hope for America with Heather Delaney Reese

I built a blog that reached millions, now I'm fighting for America's future and survival. I expose MAGA lies and the government's failures, cut through the propaganda, and say what we're all thinking.

#87 Decision Desk HQ

Home to Decision Desk HQ's analysis of U.S. elections and politics, led by The Bellwether newsletter.

#88 DEFIANCE.org

DEFIANCE.org takes real steps every week to counter Trump's corruption. Subscribe for NEWS and ACTIONS to save democracy. Produced by Trump regime target Miles Taylor.

#89 Jasmine Crockett

Just a STL gal turned Texas lawyer turned opposition warrior in the US House & candidate for US Senate!

#90 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. It also provides a Sunday good news list to show you all of our wins!

#91 Democratic Wins Media

Keeping Score of Democrats’ wins. Highlighting the future of the Democratic Party. The largest online community supporting Democratic candidates and causes.

#92 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!

#93 La Newsletter de CrowdBunker

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

#94 Katie Phang

Law and Disorder

#95 Really American

We're one of the fastest growing pro-democracy independent media companies in America, producing the most impactful political content every day. Join us.

#96 Standing Our Ground

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

#97 Tulsi Gabbard

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

#98 The Last Class with Robert Reich

A community for Robert Reich's feature films, including THE LAST CLASS and the upcoming THE WORK IN PROGRESS

#99 Punching Up

Punching Up is a plainspoken, politically sharp commentary covering, society, politics and common sense and some occasional cat dad stories. Sometimes serious, sometimes funny, but never afraid to say the truth.

#100 The Wolf's Den

The Wolf's Den will cover U.S. politics and global affairs. Everything shared will be rooted in in real world experiences. I’ve served as Political Director for Rep. Brad Schneider, Communications Director for Rep Tom Suozzi, and in the Biden Admin.