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Few Cops Who Used Force on George Floyd Protesters Have Faced Discipline
Police have disclosed discipline for a total of 10 officers a year after ProPublica compiled 68 use-of-force videos.
Belgium Court Declares Inadequate Climate Policy a Human Rights Violation
A Brussels court on Thursday ruled that Belgium's climate policy breaches its duty of care and human rights obligations.
Affordable Care Act Survives Right-Wing Attack in Supreme Court
The decision affirms that 21 million people who receive health care through the ACA will get to keep their insurance.
33 Wildfires Are Already Burning Across 10 States — and Summer Hasn’t Even Begun
As the warmest spring on record ends, the West is bracing for the possibility of another devastating wildfire season.
Did Trump Just Concede? Former President Says “We Didn’t Win” on Fox News
In spite of recognizing he lost, the former president continued to peddle false claims of election fraud.
Democrats Prepare $6 Trillion Infrastructure Bill That Sidesteps GOP
Democrats are considering a reconciliation bill with infrastructure proposals excluded from the bipartisan negotiations.
Transgender Students Protected Under Title IX, Education Department Says
“We need to make sure we are supporting all students in our schools,” Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said.
House Passes Historic Bill Ending Military Authorization in Iraq
The bill, which has President Biden's support, now goes to the Senate, where it's expected to pass.
Montana Is Making It Harder for Transgender People to Amend Birth Certificates
Montana's GOP-led legislature has reversed a 2017 rule that made court orders optional for changing a birth certificate.
Nina Turner Kicks Off “$27 Donation Challenge” After Clinton Endorses Opponent
Recent polling and fundraising figures show Turner as the clear frontrunner in her congressional race.