The Lever
Exposing political and corporate maneuvering, corruption and the greed behind the decisions that affect our lives.
The Helium Crisis That Won’t Go Away
Monday April 20, 2026
The U.S. sold off a critical helium reserve despite decades of warnings — now, the war in Iran has exposed the consequences.LEVER WEEKLY: Spy Vs. Lie
Sunday April 19, 2026
A surveillance showdown, a dirty drilling operation, and more from The Lever this week.YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: A Monopoly Faces The Music
Saturday April 18, 2026A monopoly is defeated in court, a rainbow shines on Stonewall Inn, Hawaii returns power to the people, and an anti-environmental group gets more than it paid for.Inside Big Tech’s Secret Push For TikTok Immunity
Friday April 17, 2026After Congress banned Big Tech from working with TikTok, Trump prosecutors promised sweeping amnesty for Apple, Google, Microsoft, and other major tech firms — after they asked for it.Why Is Tax Day The Worst?
Friday April 17, 2026Test your knowledge of tax returns, Ticketmaster’s enemies, and other issues that really matter.Congress’ Midnight Warrantless Spying Vote And What It Means For Your Privacy
Friday April 17, 2026A fight over the FISA surveillance law is heating up in Washington after a dramatic late-night vote. Watch David Sirota talk with Ken Klippenstein about what’s at stake.Hardcore History’s Dan Carlin On The Imperial Presidency Unleashed
Thursday April 16, 2026The legendary historian and podcaster takes a "hardcore" look at the Master Plan.The Man Whom Exxon Tried To Drill
Thursday April 16, 2026
After years of using shareholder votes to pressure oil giants on climate, one activist triggered a corporate backlash that is reshaping the limits of investor power.Offshore Accounts For Me, TurboTax For Thee
Wednesday April 15, 2026While shutting down free direct filing for everyday taxpayers, the IRS is letting the ultrawealthy hide billions of dollars in foreign accounts.