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One Trump Tax Cut Was Said to Help the Poor. A Billionaire Ended Up Winning Big.
The tax code already favored real estate developers like Trump, and his overhaul made it even friendlier.
Iranian Families Are Caught in the Crossfire as Trump Flirts With War
Thanks to U.S. sanctions, many people in Iran are struggling to put food on the table.
Conway Won’t Appear Before Congress to Discuss Alleged Violations of Hatch Act
Kellyanne Conway has come under fire for allegedly using her official White House position to criticize Democrats.
Iran Accuses Trump Administration of Closing Path to Peace With New Sanctions
The Trump administration's decision to escalate economic warfare against Iran came after weeks of soaring tensions.
Big Bucks Ready to Flow Into Maine as Susan Collins Aims to Keep Her Seat
The incumbent senator saw her fundraising totals skyrocket after voting to confirm Brett Kavanaugh.
Dozens Arrested in Protest Demanding New York Times Improve Climate Reporting
Outside the New York Times building, protesters demanded, “Report the urgency! This is a climate emergency!”
Thousands of Students Cross the US-Mexico Border Every Day to Go to College
Many transborder students struggle with uncertainty over residency and financial aid in an anti-immigrant climate.
The Movement to Expand Medicaid in Southern States Is Growing
Republican legislatures and governors have refused to extend health care access to more low-income people under the ACA.
Alabama Prisoners on Hunger Strike Demand End to Inhumane Conditions
Four Alabama prisoners are on hunger strike at the Limestone Correctional Facility in Harvest, Alabama.
“Willful Recklessness”: Trump Pushes for Indefinite Family Detention
The Trump administration is moving to extend detention of migrant families despite concerns from the medical community.