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37,000 More Americans May Die Because Trump Did Not Take COVID-19 Seriously
Trump's inaction in early March may have cost the lives of tens of thousands of Americans, say epidemiologists.
Outrage Erupts as Trump’s Vanity Stunt Delays Delivery of Stimulus Checks
Trump is delaying delivery of stimulus checks to add his name -- something a U.S. president has never demanded before.
GOP Buried Overwhelming Benefits for Millionaires in COVID-19 Relief Package
Nearly 82 percent of benefits will go to millionaires and billionaires at a cost of $90 billion to taxpayers this year.
Louisiana Issued a COVID Memo to Release Prisoners — Then Quickly Rescinded It
Louisiana is a COVID-19 epicenter with the U.S.’s highest incarceration rate, but officials won’t release its prisoners.
Democratic Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Protect Fauci From Being Fired by Trump
The language of the bill would grant extra protections for directors of the National Institutes of Health.
Mega-Rich Hedge Funds Swoop Down to Grab COVID-19 Small Business Relief Funds
Some hedge funds insist they are small businesses that could use a helping hand.
“You’re a Fake” — Trump Attacks Reporter for Questioning His Propaganda Video
A White House reporter questioned why details were omitted from a propaganda video Trump showcased on Monday.
Report: Walmart Hid That It Was Under Criminal Investigation for Opioid Sales
States and counties suing the giant retailer over its drug sales accused it in court of failing to hand over documents.
As Turkey Bombs Syria, Activists Urge Trader Joe’s to Drop Turkish Goods
Turkey and its mercenaries are reportedly continuing to bomb the Kurdish Rojava region of Syria during the pandemic.
Stamp Purchases, Congressional Action Urged as Trump Threatens Postal Service
There is no vote-by-mail if there is no postal service.