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Trump’s Removal of Protections for Old-Growth Trees Was Illegal, Judge Rules
A Trump appointee rolled back protections in six national forests two days before the administration's term ended.
Canada Issues Travel Advisory for Its LGBTQ Residents Visiting the US
The warning was prompted by state laws including bans on drag shows and gender-affirming care.
It’s Nearly Labor Day, and Congress Has a Chance to Abolish Prison Slavery
Formerly incarcerated workers are leading a push for basic labor rights in prisons that could change everything.
Autoworkers Union Files Unfair Labor Charges Against Big 3 Automakers
“Our goal is not to strike. Our goal is to bargain a fair contract,” said UAW President Shawn Fain.
300 Black Lives Matter Protesters in Denver Awarded $4.7 Million Settlement
“I’m proud of our community for mobilizing and keeping this struggle alive,” a Denver activist said.
Georgia Republican Warns of “Civil War” If Case Against Trump Proceeds
State Rep. Colton Moore is demanding a special legislative session to defund Fani Willis's office.
American Airlines Flight Attendants Authorize Strike With 99.5 Percent Support
The union says flight attendants haven’t gotten a raise throughout the pandemic.
Texas Supreme Court Rejects Attempt to Block Ban on Youth Gender-Affirming Care
The coalition which sought to block the ban issued a statement on Thursday declaring that “the fight is far from over.”
Thomas Reports Billionaire-Funded Jet Trips He Said Didn’t Need to Be Disclosed
The justice cited a clarification of disclosure rules made earlier this year.
Texas Judge Rules That State “Death Star” Law Is Unconstitutional
Critics of the law lauded the judge's ruling as a “win for democracy.”