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Nebraska Senator With Trans Son Faces Outrageous “Conflict of Interest” Probe
“I will continue to advocate for our kids...no matter what harassment or intimidation comes my way,” Sen. Hunt said.
Florida GOP Passes Bill to Undermine Unions for Public Employees — Except Cops
The bill would bar unions for teachers and nurses from automatically collecting dues.
Report Reveals More Damning Texts From Tucker Carlson in Dominion Lawsuit
The redacted texts could be used in an upcoming trial with Smartmatic, another voting technology company suing Fox News.
Experts Cite the Health Impacts of Incarceration as US Life Expectancy Falls
“The worse the prison conditions, the more likely it is incarceration can be tied to excess mortality,” said one expert.
Oceans Have Reached Warmest Levels in Modern History. Scientists Are Worried.
Oceans have absorbed some 90 percent of the heat caused by human-induced climate change -- at a devastating cost.
Warren Report Reveals Vast Pentagon-to-Defense Contractor Lobbying Pipeline
In 2021, there were at least 672 former government officials working for top defense contractors like Lockheed Martin.
Debt Limit Vote Offers a Preview of GOP Attacks If Party Controls Congress
The rush proposal cuts funding for federal agencies and expands work requirements for Medicaid and food stamps.
Senate Will Vote on Ratifying 100-Year-Old Women’s Rights Amendment This Week
The amendment to establish equal rights for women is needed now more than ever, Schumer said.
Kansas City Leaders Consider Joining Lawsuit Against Anti-Trans Missouri AG
The Kansas City council is also considering requests to make the city a “safe haven” for trans Missourians seeking care.
Disney Sues DeSantis Over “Targeted Campaign” Originating in LGBTQ Rights Feud
The lawsuit accuses DeSantis of waging a “targeted campaign of government retaliation” against Disney.