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Anti-Corruption Bill Won’t Curb Money’s Influence in Policymaking
The bill’s prohibition on private gain is extremely narrow.
William Barr Will Be a Loyal Foot Soldier in King Trump’s Army
Barr’s commitment to the dangerous unitary executive theory will lead him to support unfettered power for Trump.
Medicaid Patients in Puerto Rico Don’t Get Coverage for Drugs to Cure Hepatitis
Unlike in the states, Puerto Rico’s federal funding for Medicaid is capped.
Ocasio-Cortez Is on the Financial Committee, and Banks Are Afraid
Ocasio-Cortez promises to speak for a generation that came of age during the financial crisis.
Mitch McConnell Begins to Feel the Heat for Government Shutdown at Home
Protests targeting McConnell are raising questions about how long the Republican leader can continue to support Trump.
Universities Want a Cut of Students’ Future Income
Universities, backed by private investors, are offering education for a cut in students' future income.
Trump Wants to Punish California Wildfire Victims by Withholding Funds
Trump is willing to treat even his supporters as collateral damage in his war with the Golden State.
Born Disposable: Trump’s War on Youth
The Trump administration views children not as the promise of a future, but as a threat to the present.
Attorney General Nominee Raked in Millions From Corporate America
William Barr will be overseeing some of the same companies that paid him millions in cash and stock options.
Will the Longest Shutdown in US History End in a Power Grab?
It is appearing increasingly likely that Trump will declare a national emergency to end the shutdown.