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South Carolina Can Now Execute People on Death Row by Firing Squad
Opponents of the new law decried it, saying the death penalty should be banned outright given its racist history.
Trump Plans to Resume His Infamous Rallies in June
As his social media bans remain in place, Trump's rallies could become the main way for him to push his message.
Sanders Calls for “Hard Look” at Billions in Annual US Military Aid to Israel
“It is illegal for U.S. aid to support human rights violations,” tweeted Senator Sanders.
Israeli Bombs Destroy Gaza Media Center, Take Out AP, Al Jazeera and Others
Israel destroyed a high-rise building in Gaza City that housed media outlets on Saturday.
Activists Push for Charges to Be Dropped Against Demonstrators for Black Lives
At least 363 protesters still face federal charges.
Pharma-Backed Dark Money Group Attacks House Democrats’ Lower Drug Pricing Plan
The American Action Network is pouring millions into a TV, digital advertising and phone campaign attacking H.R. 3.
Trump Officials Used Secret Terrorism Unit to Question Lawyers at Border
Trump officials cited conspiracies about antifa to justify interrogating immigration lawyers.
COVID Has Catalyzed a Wave of Tenant Organizing That Was Long Overdue
A growing tenants’ rights movement in the U.S. encourages tenants to form unions to collectively bargain with landlords.
Deal Reached on 9/11-Style Commission for January 6 — But Roadblocks Remain
To avoid a filibuster, the agreement to create the commission will need the support of at least 10 GOP senators.
Rashida Tlaib Condemns Israeli Apartheid, Saying “It Must End”
The lawmakers sharply criticized U.S. lawmakers for sending aid to Israel, which oppresses and kills Palestinians.