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Iraqi Prime Minister to Step Down After Weeks of Anti-Government Protests
The announcement came after at least 25 people were killed in a violent response to the protests by security forces.
Koch Network Jumps Into 2020 Races by Backing GOP Senators
Americans for Prosperity Action spent nearly $230,000 this week to boost GOP senators facing re-election in 2020.
$11 Million Medicare Tool Gives Seniors Wrong Insurance Information
Consumer advocates have identified cases of malfunction for a cost-finding tool redesigned by the Trump administration.
Climate Justice Movement Turns Up the Heat on Democrats
Fossil fuel emissions have reached record levels, with no “peak” in sight.
Retail Giants Gear Up for Black Friday — and Political Giving
Many corporate giants are ramping up lobbying efforts this year against tariffs and in support of social issues.
New Bill Would Strip Medals of Honor From Soldiers Behind Wounded Knee Massacre
The Remove the Stain Act would revoke medals from U.S. soldiers who murdered hundreds of Lakota men, women and children.
Climate Tipping Points Could Hit Harder — and Sooner — Than We Think
A new paper warns that we are at risk of exceeding dangerous climate tipping points within a decade or two.
States Could Soon Be Forced to Fund Religious Education
In January, the U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case that could further erode the barrier between church and state.
AOC Raised More Money Than Any Other House Democrat in Third Quarter
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's reelection campaign is a testament to the power of grassroots fundraising.
Asylum Seekers Are Being Misclassified Under Migrant Protection Protocols
The implementation of Migrant Protection Protocols has deteriorated a system that already limits due process rights.