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Biden EPA Exempts Gas-Fired Power Plants From New Regulations
Environmental activists accused the administration of caving to fossil fuel industry pressure.
Just 2 US Lawmakers Sign International Statement Demanding Israel Arms Embargo
Reps. Cori Bush and Rashida Tlaib were among 200 lawmakers who issued the demand in the wake of the latest IDF massacre.
Sanders Slams Pentagon After Report Finds Agency Lacks Basic Fraud Avoidance
The agency’s lack of simple fraud prevention exists despite the defense industry being rife with fraud.
Millions Plan to Take Part in Global March Calling for Israeli Ceasefire in Gaza
Israel’s genocide in Gaza has killed over 30,000 Palestinians so far, with thousands more buried under the rubble.
IRS Pursues 125,000 Non-Filing Cases in Crackdown on Wealthy Tax Evaders
The IRS chief said there was a "tax gap" of over $150 billion each year that the wealthy owe but do not pay.
Progressives Demand That Biden Stop “Greenlighting the Massacre of Palestinians”
“There is nothing fringe or radical about supporting basic human rights,” the lawmakers said.
Task Force That Includes Iraq War Architects Unveils Post-War Plan for Gaza
The plan calls for the creation of a private governing entity and allows the hiring of Western mercenaries for security.
LGBTQ People May Be Disproportionately Affected If IVF Becomes Inaccessible
Queer people already face discrimination as many insurance companies don't cover IVF for same-sex couples.
US Blocks Security Council Statement Blaming IDF for Killing Gazans Seeking Aid
The US was alone in opposing the statement, which Algeria put forth during an emergency session.
Kentucky Bill Charges Parents With “Neglect” If Trans Kids Use “Wrong” Restrooms
The bill updates state code to feature "educational neglect," which includes failure to tell kids which restroom to use.