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Julian Assange Is Finally Free, But Let’s Not Forget the War Crimes He Exposed
Contrary to US government claims, WikiLeaks’s revelations actually saved lives — and drove demand for US accountability.
Misinformation and Confusion About Abortion Reigned at Presidential Debate
It was the first debate since the end of federal abortion rights reshaped the country.
Norway Pension Fund Divests From Caterpillar, Whose Bulldozers Are Used by IDF
The group sold shares and bonds worth $69 million in the Texas-based company this month.
Critics Decry SCOTUS Ruling in SEC Case as Victory for the Wealthy and Powerful
Watchdogs warn the decision could have implications that extend beyond the Securities and Exchange Commission.
FERC Approves Massive Fossil Gas Export Terminal in Louisiana
Gulf residents vow to keep fighting the terminal, which is still subject to Biden’s “pause” on new fossil gas exports.
“Genocide Denial”: House Votes to Bar State Dept. From Citing Gaza Death Toll
“My colleagues don’t even want to acknowledge that Palestinians exist … not even when they’re dead,” said Rashida Tlaib.
Report: US Has Sent Israel $6.5 Billion in Military Assistance Since October
This amounts to nearly $25 million in weapons and military assistance sent to Israel each day.
Supreme Court Allows Emergency Abortions in Idaho — for Now
The ruling’s impact could be short-lived as the case will now proceed at the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
NYC Police Commissioner Prevented 54 Cops’ Misconduct Cases From Going to Trial
The NYPD is “shutting down cases under the cloak of darkness,” said a former head of the police oversight agency.
Montana Judge Overturns Law That Erased Legal Recognition of Transgender People
Judge Shane Vannatta struck down the law on a technicality, ruling that the bill's title is unconstitutionally vague.