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Biden Considers Declaring Climate Emergency Amid Joe Manchin’s Obstruction
As the “heat apocalypse” rages across Europe, activists are pushing Biden to take real action.
Ongoing Revelations Compel Jan. 6 Committee to Extend Its September Deadline
The panel will release a “scaled-back” interim report in September rather than a final one, the committee chair said.
Cori Bush Arrested at Abortion Rights Rally After Unveiling Bill on Pill Access
Bush, AOC, Pressley and at least 14 other House Democrats were arrested at the abortion rights demonstration.
Report: CEOs Are Driving “Greedflation,” Raising Prices to Pay Themselves More
In 2021, CEO pay rose 18.2 percent. Workers' wages rose 4.7 percent.
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.