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Trump-Linked Lobbyists Made Big Money From Clients Seeking Last-Minute Pardons
Some lobbyists made massive sums attempting to secure clemency or pardons in the final months of Trump's presidency.
Chicago Teachers Are Voting on Whether to Defy City’s Divisive Reopening Plans
Chicago is trying to force its educators back into classrooms amid climbing COVID positive rates in the city.
Cori Bush and Ayanna Pressley Lead Call for Biden to Oppose Death Penalty
Representatives Cori Bush and Ayanna Pressley are leading an effort urging President Biden to end capital punishment.
Pelosi Is Sending the Impeachment Article to the Senate on Monday
The delivery triggers the beginning of proceedings, but McConnell and some Democrats want to push it back.
SCOTUS Issued a Blow to Abortion Pills by Mail, But Advocates Aren’t Giving Up
Reproductive justice activists are urging Biden to back access to abortion pills after a setback from the Supreme Court.
Army Denied Role of Michael Flynn’s Brother in Decisions After Capitol Breach
The denials of Charles Flynn's involvement have raised further questions about the Army's handling of the crisis.
Cruz and Hawley Should Be Investigated and Expelled, Some Democrats Say
Progressive activists also called on Chuck Schumer to deny the two Senators committee seats on Thursday.
McConnell Is Obstructing to Save the Filibuster. Progressives Want It Abolished.
The Senate minority leader's stonewalling of a must-pass organizing resolution is already pushing the issue.
Fauci Says Working Under Biden Is “Liberating” — He Can Speak Candidly on COVID
Fauci, who previously served on Trump's coronavirus task force, is now chief medical advisor to President Joe Biden.
Biden Has Extended Eviction Moratorium — Now It’s Time for More
The existing eviction moratorium failed to uniformly keep landlords from pushing low-income families out of their homes.