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Hannah Natanson
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Reporter for The Washington Post covering the Trump administration's reshaping of the government and its effects. Reach me on Signal at 202 580-5477.
An equally fascinating piece about how the Milwaukee Brewers have the most wins in the sport despite fielding a largely anonymous roster. “You don’t know why, and I don’t know why,” their manager says; via
@chelseajanes.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/...
The best team in baseball doesn’t need home runs, superstars or big money
The Milwaukee Brewers have the most wins in the sport despite fielding a largely anonymous roster. “You don’t know why, and I don’t know why,” their manager says.
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August 5, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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takes a totally fascinating look at how new research shows that one single gene reveals clues to why humans thrived and Neanderthals didn’t www.washingtonpost.com/science/2025...
One gene reveals clues to why humans thrived and Neanderthals didn’t
Some mice were more adept at seeking water after the gene change, signaling a behavioral change and potential cognitive advantage.
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August 5, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Please take time to read this revelatory piece exploring how public schools are closing down as AZ’s school vouchers soar, from the inimitable
@laurameckler.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/education/20...
Public schools are closing as Arizona’s school voucher program soars
Arizona, with a marketplace of school options and universal vouchers, offers a window into the GOP vision for K-12 education
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August 5, 2025 at 1:25 PM
We take readers inside Laura Loomer’s rise: ‘Obsessive’ research and Oval Office visits, from Natalie Allison
@sarahellison.bsky.social
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August 5, 2025 at 1:24 PM
And finally — altho I cld keep going — I'll end on an example of the power of Post reporting. "The Post exposed this farmer’s struggle. Then the USDA called." From inimitable colleagues, role models & dearest friends @johnwoodrowcox.bsky.social, Sarah Blaskey www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio...
The Post exposed this farmer’s struggle. Then the USDA called.
JJ Ficken signed up for a federal grant along with 140 other farmers across the country. In January, Trump froze the funding, upending many of their lives.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Another harrowing read that hits very close to home: "In D.C., a toddler died of hunger and thirst. Why didn’t anybody save her?" — an exemplar of the very best of @washingtonpost.com reporting from an undeniable master of his craft, Paul Schwartzman www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...
In D.C., a toddler died of hunger and thirst. Why didn’t anybody save her?
Social workers knew of Ebony Washington’s troubled history as a parent. And for months, relatives feared her daughter Kemy was in peril. Then tragedy struck.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:26 PM
A harrowing read "‘Welcome to hell’: Inside the mega prison where the U.S. deported migrants" from incredible team @samanthaschmidt.bsky.social Helena Carpio @marialuisapaul.bsky.social @silviafosterfrau.bsky.social @teoarmus.bsky.social Aaron Steckelberg www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/0...
‘Welcome to hell’: Inside the mega prison where the U.S. deported migrants
Interviews with 16 former detainees of El Salvador’s Terrorism Confinement Center offer the most complete view yet of conditions inside the notorious prison.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Plus, a deeply reported look taking readers inside the powerful task force spearheading Trump’s assault on colleges, DEI, from a stellar team @laurameckler.bsky.social @danrosz.bsky.social @susansvrluga.bsky.social Perry Stein @emilydavies.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/education/20...
Inside the powerful task force spearheading Trump’s assault on colleges, DEI
Critics say the Trump administration, which just struck a deal with Columbia University, is using antisemitism probes to pursue an unrelated conservative agenda.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Revelations first from the @washingtonpost.com about a whistleblower who is warning that Emil Bove misled lawmakers about the case of NYC Mayor Eric Adams, from hard-working scoopsters Perry Stein, @theodoricmeyer.bsky.social @carolleonnig.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
Whistleblower: Emil Bove misled lawmakers about case of NYC Mayor Eric Adams
A third whistleblower has new information about a Justice Department official the president has nominated to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:16 PM
@washingtonpost.com exclusive: Hegseth team told to stop polygraph test after complaint to White House, via the indefatigable @danlamothe.bsky.social @ellenwapo.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
Hegseth team told to stop polygraph tests after complaint to White House
The polygraph tests of Pentagon officials occurred as the defense secretary sought to stamp out unflattering leaks to the media.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Here are some other one-of-a-kind stories from a great newspaper with a deep bench of talent, so many of whom are firing on ALL cylinders right now: "A Gaza teen joins a generation of young amputees facing an unimaginable future" @caitjgibson.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/20...
A Gaza teen joins a generation of young amputees facing an unimaginable future
Far from home, Marah Maher is learning to walk again. But her legs are the least of what she’s lost.
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July 31, 2025 at 12:13 PM