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Trump’s Snubbing of Biden’s Inauguration Ceremony Is a Rarity in US History
Security has been heightened in Washington, D.C., as concerns grow over Trump loyalists.
In Historic First, Biden Picks Trans Woman, Dr. Rachel Levine, to Help Lead HHS
Biden also announced a slate of Trump-reversing executive orders over the weekend, including a big win for activists.
Companies Pause Their PAC Donations Even as They Fight Democracy Reforms
PAC contributions are just a slice of the total amount businesses spend to support their preferred candidates.
US Reaches Grim Milestone of 400K COVID Deaths Days Before Trump Leaves Office
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans give President Donald Trump a negative approval rating for his handling of the pandemic.
Progressives Call on Biden to Push for Elimination of the Filibuster
The best way to defeat GOP stonewalling, a progressive coalition argues, is to “get rid of the filibuster immediately.”
Feds Are Vetting 25,000 National Guard Troops Ahead of Biden Inauguration
The screening was reportedly prompted by fears of a possible “insider attack” by extremists among the soldiers' ranks.
Biden Plans to Rescind Keystone XL in “Huge Victory” for Indigenous-Led Movement
The withdrawal of the pipeline's permit is among many environmental actions Biden plans to take via executive order.
Biden Selects Former Defense, Finance and Fossil Fuel Lobbyist to Head the DNC
During the Obama administration, Jaime Harrison lobbied for Boeing, Bank of America and coal companies, among others.
Democrats Plan to Open Next Congress With Voting and Ethics Reforms
A sweeping package of voting-rights, government-ethics and anti-corruption measures is at the top of Democrats’ agenda.
Bernie Sanders Is About to Become the Chair of the Senate Budget Committee
Some commentators have poked fun at Republicans for fearing that Sanders would use his position to help ordinary people.