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Lawmakers Urge Biden to Take More Action on Cannabis Before Leaving Office
The president “has the opportunity to further reduce the harms of marijuana’s criminalization,” the lawmakers said.
Private Prison Contractor Sues to Block California’s Health Inspections
GEO Group aims to strike down a state law allowing local public health officials to inspect immigration jails.
Nearly 130,000 Kids Are Trapped and at Risk of Starvation in Northern Gaza
Israel’s siege has almost entirely cut them off from food, medical supplies and aid assistance.
Missouri Judge Cites Outdated Studies to Uphold Gender-Affirming Care Ban
“This is not the end of the fight and we will appeal,” opponents of the ban said after the ruling was issued.
Trump Aide Accused of Seeking Bribes to Promote Potential Cabinet Picks
This comes amid broader concerns about conflicts of interest within Trump's transition team and incoming administration.
In Social Media Posts, Trump Threatens Tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China
Trump vowed to place 25 percent tariffs on all goods coming from Mexico and Canada, and to increase tariffs on China.
Trump Border Czar Vows to Slash Funding for States That Oppose Mass Deportation
Trump's plans for mass deportation include using the military and establishing “camps” along the border.
Trump Plans to Seize Control of the Budget Via an Obscure Legal Theory
Trump and his advisers assert that he can unilaterally “impound” funds if he opposes them or deems them wasteful.
Trump Claims He Has a Presidential Mandate. The Data Says Otherwise.
Trump's popular vote win was the second-smallest seen over the past 40 years.
Inside Christian Nationalists’ Legal Long Game to End Church-State Separation
Christian nationalists have made inroads in Texas with their push to eliminate the separation between church and state.