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McConnell COVID Plan: No Direct Payments and Stricter Unemployment Requirements
Analysts caution that McConnell's goal is to undermine Biden's presidency and gain GOP seats in 2022 and beyond.
Activists Resist Frantic Pipeline Development in Trump’s Final Weeks
As the latest round of construction begins on long-disputed lines, hundreds of activists are continuing to resist.
“Someone’s Going to Get Killed” Over Trump’s Voting Lies, Georgia Official Says
A Georgia official said Trump is fueling death threats against election workers. Trump doubled down in response.
Humanity Faces Climate “Suicide” Without US Rejoining Paris Agreement
President-elect Joe Biden’s pledge of net-zero U.S. emissions by 2050 brings the Paris Agreement goals within reach.
Sources Say Trump, Giuliani Have Talked About Pardoning
Trump has also reportedly discussed with aides the idea of pardoning himself.
Trump Lawyer Says Official Who Disputed Trump’s Election Claims Should Be “Shot”
The lawyer said Christopher Krebs should be “drawn and quartered” for correcting Trump’s false allegations.
Trump Reportedly Raises Over $150 Million for Nonexistent Election Defense Fund
Much of the money will likely be used to pay off campaign debts and finance events at Trump's properties.
Pharma Money Colors Operation Warp Speed’s Quest to Defeat COVID-19
The Trump administration has allowed executives to keep investments in companies profiting from their COVID-19 efforts.
Dems Demand Increase in IRS Funding to Pursue Rich Tax Shirkers — Like Trump
An upcoming appropriations bill will ensure that the wealthy are no longer able to shirk their responsibilities.
Biden Adviser Says Good Riddance to Scott Atlas, as He Leaves COVID Task Force
The Biden adviser compared Atlas's appointment to the task force to someone going to “a podiatrist for a heart attack.”