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Jan. 6 Conspiracy Theorist Who Likened BLM to Terrorists to Lead Counterterrorism Center
The Senate confirmed Joe Kent as director of the National Counterterrorism Center in a 52 to 44 vote.
Amazon Labor Union Leader Chris Smalls Released From Israeli Prison
Smalls, the only Black person on a crew hoping to break Israel’s blockade on Gaza, was beaten by Israeli officers.
24 Senators Vote for Sanders Resolution to Stop Bombs Sale to Israel
Forty Democrats signed a letter expressing alarm over starvation in Gaza this week — but only 27 voted to withhold arms.
Local Jails Play Integral Role in Mass Deportation, Report Says
A new report finds that local jails are feeding thousands of people to Trump’s deportation machine.
USDA Said It Would Cut $148M in DEI Grants, Then Went Dark on Grant Recipients
The cuts were announced in June, but groups who fear they could be affected have heard minimal information since then.
DOJ Drops Antitrust Case Against Company Represented by Bondi’s Former Employer
The decision to drop the case comes days after the Justice Department fired two of its top antitrust officials.
Lawsuit Says ICE Arrests on Church Property Are Unconstitutional
In January, DHS rescinded a federal policy barring ICE raids at “sensitive locations,” including houses of worship.
Democrat Touts Opposition to Starvation in Gaza — But Blames US Protesters
The Michigan senator has consistently voted to continue to send weapons to Israel.
NYT Walks Back Story on Starving Gaza Baby, Citing “Pre-Existing” Condition
His mother says he has a medical condition caused by “nutritional deficiencies” due to Israel’s assault.
Bernie Sanders Launches Investigation of RFK Jr.’s Attacks on Vaccine Access
By firing all 17 members of the CDC’s vaccine panel, RFK Jr. has imperiled vaccine access in the US, critics say.