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Proposed Road for Mining Project Could Have Devastating Impact on Alaska Habitat
Native Alaskans and environmental groups fear damage to the habitat and interruption of wildlife migration if approved.
Arab and Muslim Leaders in Michigan Refuse to Meet With Biden Campaign
“I will not entertain conversations about elections while we watch a livestreamed genocide,” said Dearborn's mayor.
US and Allies Withdraw Funding for UN in Gaza a Day After ICJ Genocide Ruling
Meanwhile, a federal court heard arguments that Biden's administration is legally liable for Israel's genocide.
Biden Hits “Pause” on New Gas Exports Following Pressure From Climate Activists
The move is a win for the climate and Gulf Coast frontline communities, but activists warn a “pause” is easily undone.
Conservatives in Tennessee, Oklahoma Introduce “Abortion Trafficking” Bills
These bills make “criminals out of trusted adults,” one abortion advocate said.
ICJ Finds It’s “Plausible” That Israel Is Committing Genocide in Initial Ruling
Advocates said that the ruling is a good first step, but it needed to include a ceasefire order.
COVID Vaccine Before or During Pregnancy Lessens Risk of Passing Harm to Fetus
Polling data indicates that many pregnant individuals are being influenced by false claims about COVID-19 vaccines.
Amid Backlash, RNC Scraps Plan to Name Trump Presumptive GOP Nominee
Trump needs 1,215 delegates to become the presumptive nominee — so far, he has just 32.
Chicago City Council Delays Voting on a Ceasefire Resolution
A city of Chicago’s size calling for a ceasefire would undoubtedly impact public discourse around Israel’s war on Gaza.
After SCOTUS Rejected His Final Appeal, Alabama Executes Man With Nitrogen Gas
“Tonight, Alabama caused humanity to take a step backwards,” Kenneth Smith said in his final statement.