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The Faces of Extinction: The Species We Lost in 2019
Along the way we said goodbye to bird species, a shark, two frogs, a snail, several plants, and a whole lot more.
Bernie Sanders Leads in “Gold-Standard” Iowa Poll for First Time
This is the first time in either of his runs for president that Sanders has led this poll.
School Closures Can Hit Rural Communities Hard
Closing schools in these communities can lead to significant job losses and a decline in students' academic performance.
Mike Pompeo Contradicts Trump’s Claim That Suleimani Planned Attack on Embassies
Pompeo admitted the administration actually did not know when or where an attack would take place.
Washington Post Runs Pro-War Column Without Disclosing Author’s Raytheon Ties
Stephen Hadley is on defense contractor Raytheon's board -- and owns company shares worth more than $2.4 million.
McConnell Backs Resolution to Change Senate Rules and Dismiss Trump Impeachment
The measure would change more than two dozen Senate rules.
New Immigrant DNA Collection Program Triggers Fear of Population Surveillance
The Trump administration will collect and submit to the FBI DNA collected from people in immigration custody.
Missouri Republican Bill Aims to Have Cops Stop Abortions
The bill is the latest salvo from one of the nation's most rabidly anti-choice legislators.
Democrats Move to War Powers Vote as Iran Tensions Escalate
The Trump administration pressured lawmakers to not discuss the legality of unilateral military action against Iran.
After 68 Days, Hunger Strikers in ICE Custody Are on the Brink of Death
Hunger strikes have erupted at immigration jails nationwide in recent years.