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DeJoy Must Step Down — He “Doesn’t Know the Basics of His Agency,” Lawmaker Says
In the face of elementary questions about USPS services and operations, DeJoy laughed as he failed to answer correctly.
Payroll Tax Cut Would Fully Deplete Social Security by 2023, Chief Actuary Says
The Social Security Administration's chief actuary confirmed the destructive consequences warned of by progressives.
Nursing Homes Will Receive Fast, Cheap COVID Tests — With a Catch
Experts say the administration’s approach with antigen tests could add cost and risk for the most vulnerable patients.
Pelosi Warns Trump Against “Cutting Corners” on New Unproven Vaccine From UK
A new report details how Trump officials briefed Congress on a possible (but unreliable) COVID vaccine from the U.K.
Trump Is Losing Support From Dozens of GOP Voices Ahead of Republican Convention
Several former Republican lawmakers announced on Monday they were endorsing Trump's rival, Joe Biden.
Progressive Group Projects Photos of Jobless Workers Onto Hotel Near RNC
Earlier this month, congressional leaders and the Trump White House allowed a key lifeline to lapse as hunger surged.
Protests Erupt After Wisconsin Police Shoot Unarmed Black Man Seven Times
Witnesses say Jacob Blake was trying to break up a domestic dispute and had not acted aggressively in any way.
Border Town Links Fight Against Trump’s Wall to the Black Lives Matter Movement
Residents say the half-billion being poured into the wall should instead be used to address real crises on the border.
Trump Administration Erases LGBTQ People From Major Foreign Aid Policy
A new version of USAID's gender policy omits any mention of transgender people.
New Tennessee Law Will Disenfranchise Protesters Who Camp on State Property
The GOP-controlled General Assembly and Governor Lee are targeting the Black Lives Matter movement.