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Coalition Condemns Google’s Illegal Firing of Workers Protesting Israel Contract
In a $1.2 billion contract, Google and Amazon provide cloud infrastructure and data services to the Israeli government.
Blinken Hasn’t Acted on Staff Recommendations to Sanction Israeli Military Units
A State Department panel said in December that the US should restrict arms sales to units linked to human rights abuses.
GOP Lawmakers Block Bill to Repeal Arizona’s 1864 Anti-Abortion Statute, Again
Republican leaders claimed a repeal bill for the 160-year-old anti-abortion statute was being rushed.
Analyst: Dems, Mike Johnson, Could Form “Coalition Speakership”
If a vote happens, Johnson is just three GOP votes away from losing speakership — unless some Democrats help him.
Israel Is Expanding Settlements in East Jerusalem at “Unparalleled” Rate
Violent settler activity in the occupied West Bank has also reached a record rate amid the genocide.
Spain and Slovenia Lead Push for EU Countries to Recognize Palestinian State
Proponents say full recognition of Palestine by European countries would help to secure a ceasefire in Gaza.
Report: GOP State AGs Abused Authority to Get Trans Patients’ Health Records
Committee Chair Ron Wyden chided Vanderbilt University Medical Center for its “utter betrayal” of transgender patients.
Business Booms for Lockheed Martin as Risk of Regional War Grows
Following Iran’s strike, bankers are upgrading their stock in the company that’s played a role in Israel’s war on Gaza.
The Right to an Abortion Might Be on the 2024 Ballot in Montana
Montana is among 13 states currently working to have constitutional amendments related to abortion on the 2024 ballot.
Abortion Leave Is Covered by Workplace Protections, Federal Agency Confirms
Abortion-related protections are consistent with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, the agency said.