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Polluters Must Foot the Bill for Cleaning Up “Forever Chemicals” Under New Rule
Health advocates celebrated the news and some called for further action to limit exposure to the pervasive chemicals.

Organizers in Idaho Are Readying for an Abortion Rights Ballot Initiative
Polling in Idaho shows that an abortion rights initiative could potentially be successful.

Meet the Teenager Challenging Iowa’s Anti-LGBTQ Legislation
Iowa teen Puck Carlson is pushing back against Iowa legislators’ attack on LGBTQ youth through activism and a lawsuit.

US Vetoes Palestine’s Bid to Become a Full Member of the UN
The resolution's failure “will not defeat our determination,” said Palestine's permanent observer at the United Nations.

Survey: Palestinians and Their Allies Are Experiencing Racism, Isolation
The survey showcases how “anti-Palestinian racism affects many more people than previously expected,” the authors said.

Biden Administration’s New Title IX Rules Reverse Trump-Era Changes
Advocates for sexual violence survivors and the LGBTQ community have long called for updates to the federal regulations.

Columbia Suspends Ilhan Omar’s Daughter Day After Omar Grills Its President
Omar had grilled Shafik about her characterization of pro-Palestine protests as antisemitic.

Transgender Teen in WV Can Play on Track Team, Federal Appeals Court Says
“This is a massive victory for trans rights,” LGBTQ legislative researcher Allison Chapman told Truthout.

$50 Million “Mystery Loan” to Trump Warrants Inquiry, Watchdog Group Says
Even though Trump included the loan in publicly released financial disclosures, there's no evidence it ever existed.

US Is Lobbying Against UN Palestinian Statehood Resolution, Leak Reveals
Full UN membership is crucial for a two-state solution or another outcome allowing for Palestinian self-determination.