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Advocates in Nebraska Want the Right to an Abortion on the 2024 Ballot
The initiative seeks to “ensure Nebraskans can get the care they need with compassion and privacy,” one advocate said.
Pro-Palestine Student Group Sues Ron DeSantis for Violating Free Speech Rights
“We have every right to engage in human rights advocacy” on behalf of Palestinians, the student group said.
Ilhan Omar Introduces Resolution to Block $320M Sale of Bomb Kits to Israel
“We must not allow weapons sales that will be used to directly violate U.S. and international law,” Omar said.
Texas Lawmakers Approve Country’s Most Extreme Anti-Immigrant Laws
“Cruelty to migrants is not — and never will be — a policy solution,” the ACLU of Texas said.
Trump’s Election Interference Trial May Stretch Past Election, Legal Experts Say
Additional guilty pleas and investigations into leaks or witness intimidation are likely to push the case into 2025.
Gallego Is Ahead of Lake, Sinema in New Poll on Arizona Senate Race
The seat is necessary for Democrats to retain control of the U.S. Senate beyond 2024.
Sanders Doubles Down Against Gaza Ceasefire in the Face of Progressive Backlash
The senator is calling for conditioning U.S. military aid, an end to “indiscriminate bombing” and a humanitarian pause.
Insurance Companies Flout State Laws Made to Safeguard Cancer Treatment Access
Insurers are using workarounds to avoid paying for treatments that could give patients their last chance at survival.
Joe Manchin Considers 2024 Run — Even as Polls Show Voters Don’t Like Him Much
Manchin’s announcement that he won’t run for senator again has prompted speculation that he may run for president.
George Santos Is Not Running for Reelection After Scathing House Ethics Report
Santos “blatantly stole from his campaign,” ethics investigators found.