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Trump Administration Orders Restart of Pipeline Tied to Major California Oil Spill
Environmental groups warn using the Defense Production Act to revive the system sets a “radically dangerous precedent.”
DHS Official Responsible for Election Security Previously Called to Ban Voting Machines
“The security of our election infrastructure depends on leadership that is trusted," a voting rights advocate said.
Ecuador Is Suspending the Bank Accounts of Environmental Activists
“Debanking” is the government's newest weapon of repression against environmental leaders and anti-mining advocates.
GOP Farm Bill Set to Unleash Pesticide Use and Strip Animal Welfare Protections
The bill protects agrochemicals producers from lawsuits, and overturns food and pesticide safety laws and statutes.
Iranian Dies in ICE Custody as Trump Administration Bombs Iran
A 59-year-old Iranian with chronic health conditions died in ICE custody just as the US-Israeli war on Iran began.
Hegseth Whines About Iran War Coverage, Demands “Patriotic Press” Instead
The Defense Secretary also claimed Iran's leaders were “underground,” despite video evidence showing otherwise.
US Joins ICJ Case to Defend Israel From Allegations of Genocide
Fiji, Hungary, and Namibia also intervened in the case as Iceland and the Netherlands back the arguments against Israel.
Global Health Workers Describe Impact a Year After Trump Admin Shut Down USAID
The last year saw avoidable deaths and increased suffering for some of the poorest and most vulnerable populations.
Sen. Josh Hawley’s Bill Would Undo Federal Approval of Mifepristone Nationwide
Bills in Alaska, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Mississippi, South Dakota, and West Virginia also target medication abortion.
Trump’s Advice for Iran to Skip World Cup “for Their Safety” Leads to Questions
Iran had already decided not to take part in the World Cup in North America this summer, citing the US’s attacks.