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For the First Time, EPA Limits 6 Pervasive “Forever Chemicals” in Drinking Water
The agency estimates that its new rules will prevent tens of thousands of serious illnesses, especially cancers.

US Billionaires Have Doubled Their Wealth Since 2017 Trump Tax Overhaul
Billionaires now control 1 out of every 25 dollars of American wealth.

Sanders Demands US Closely Monitor Aid Entering Gaza as Israel Weaponizes Hunger
“The United States cannot be complicit in the use of starvation as a weapon of war,” the senator said.

Jack Smith Tells SCOTUS to Reject Trump’s “Radical” Presidential Immunity Claims
Oral arguments before the Supreme Court are set to take place on April 25.

House GOP Targets Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programs in Medical Schools
The medical community warns of potential harmful consequences for students and patients alike should the bill pass.

Indiana Appeals Court Upholds Religious Exemption to Abortion Ban
The court affirmed that religious exemptions protected by Indiana law should apply to the state’s abortion ban.

Judge Denies Trump Appeal to Delay Hush Money Trial Scheduled for Next Week
Trump faces 34 counts of falsifying business records to conceal his affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels.

Top EU Court Rules Swiss Climate Inaction Violates Human Rights in Landmark Case
Environmental advocates say the decision will likely have ripple effects throughout Europe and beyond.

Over 1,600 Academics Sign Letter Condemning Israel’s Scholasticide in Gaza
All of the universities in Gaza and at least 76 percent of the school buildings in Gaza have been bombed.

Biden Ad Showcases Woman Who Couldn’t Get an Abortion After Trump Ended “Roe”
“Because Donald Trump killed Roe v. Wade, Amanda was denied standard medical care,” the campaign ad states.