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Historian Rebukes Trump Imposing His Own Views of US History on the Smithsonian
“People support the idea of a capacious and a truthful, unvarnished picture of [US] history,” says Annette Gordon-Reed.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to Trump: “We’re Not Going to Cower or Bend”
It is time “to all come together to resist the tyrannical reign that is coming from the White House,” the mayor said.
Ex-Colombian President Tied to US-Backed Paramilitaries Given House Arrest
Uribe, a staunch US ally who ruled Colombia from 2002 to 2010, had been found guilty of witness tampering and bribery.
YouTube Star Ms. Rachel Says Protecting Palestinian Kids Is Core to Her Values
The massively popular childhood educator speaks on her efforts to advocate for children facing genocide in Gaza.
Trump’s DC Takeover Is Part of “Slide Towards Fascism,” Princeton Professor Says
Khalil Gibran Muhammad says Trump uses racist ideas and policing to enact his domestic policy agenda.
Activist Released Without Charges After Violent Arrest While Documenting ICE
Masked agents pinned Amanda Trebach on the pavement then forced her into an unmarked van.
New Jersey Wins Historic $2 Billion Settlement From Chemical Companies Over PFAS
A broad coalition of activists around the country has long been lobbying to ban toxic forever chemicals.
Journalist Detained From Gaza-Bound Aid Ship Reports Israel for Kidnapping
Antonio Mazzeo filed a complaint against the Israeli government at the Rome Tribunal for kidnapping and mistreatment.
Trump Kicks Trade War Into High Gear as New Tariffs Take Effect
“Even if you strike a deal, it’s not safe. You never know what the president of the US is going to decide tomorrow.”
Public Assemblies Strengthen Community Resistance to Rising Authoritarianism
Assemblies are “a unique opportunity for people to build a democracy that has yet to be born,” says Denzel Caldwell.