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Steve Bannon’s Contempt of Congress Trial Formally Began Today
Bannon faces two charges of contempt of Congress for refusing to adhere to January 6 committee subpoenas.
House Staffers in 8 Offices File to Form First-Ever Congressional Unions
About 85 staffers are unionizing, including those of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Cori Bush and Ilhan Omar.
Omar Calls for Manchin to Be Removed From Role as Chair of Energy Committee
Other Democrats have also questioned why Manchin is allowed to lead the powerful committee, which guides energy policy.
Idaho GOP Sets Party Line Against Life-Saving Exception for Abortions
Delegates at the state convention voted nearly four to one against endorsing a life-saving exception for abortion.
Sanders Denounces Manchin for “Intentionally Sabotaging” Democratic Agenda
“Manchin represents the very wealthiest people in this country — not working families in West Virginia or America.”
Constitutional Law Prof Tells Dems: Use 14th Amendment to Block Trump 2024 Run
Trump is reportedly considering announcing a 2024 presidential run sometime in the fall.
Boost Now or Wait for New Vaccine? Many Wonder How to Face COVID’s Next Wave
Those who've completely tuned out the pandemic are particularly at risk during this latest uptick.
Ukrainian Refugees Now Have Expedited Entry to US But No Pathway to Green Cards
The U4U refugee program expedites entry for Ukrainians, but they need a financial sponsor and can only stay two years.
More Than 1,000 Die as Record-Breaking Heat and Wildfires Scorch Europe
In Spain, 360 people died between July 10 and 15. More than 650 people have died in Portugal over the past week.
Oakland Parents Occupy Elementary School to Prevent Its Closure
“We fight for our kids until they fight for themselves," said one parent.