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Calls Grow for Biden to Remove Trump Holdovers Who Want to Gut Social Security
Democratic lawmakers say Biden must oust two top officials from the Social Security Administration to protect it.
The House Just Passed the Most Sweeping Labor Legislation of This Generation
The filibuster stands in the way of the law that makes it easier for unions to form and exist.
Biden Ends Trump Admin’s “Public Charge” Rule Directed Against Poor Immigrants
The rule has been criticized in the past for inviting “arbitrary, biased decision making” in the immigration process.
Biden Says He’ll Aim to Admit 10 Times More Refugees Per Year Than Trump
Raising the numbers is the first step in undoing the damage done to the refugee program under Trump, say advocates.
Biden’s Trade Commission Pick Lina Khan Led Antitrust Efforts Against Big Tech
Khan has had a big hand in shaping the modern antitrust movement and is well known for her anti-big tech work.
Insulting Police Would Be a Crime Under Bill Advanced by Kentucky Republicans
Civil rights organizations have derided the legislation as conflicting with First Amendment free speech rights.
GOP Lawmaker Was Busy Buying Amazon Stock as Economy Was Shutting Down Last Year
While the market was crashing and people were going into quarantine, Crenshaw bought thousands in Amazon stock.
Progressive Democrats Back Stimulus Bill, Despite Changes in Senate Version
Even with substantial changes in the Senate, the stimulus bill is still viewed positively by progressives in the House.
Wildfires Will Keep Getting Worse — Even in “Best Case” Climate Scenarios
Scientists found that limiting warming by even 0.5 degrees Celsius could substantially reduce fire risk.
Lindsey Graham Admits Trump Could “Destroy” the Republican Party
Graham's comments come as Trump's lawyers demand Republican organizations discontinue the use of his name and likeness.