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The Government Will Shut Down on October 1 Unless Congress Acts
“House Republicans have proven they're more interested in imposing Trump's dangerous agenda,” said Rep. Brendan Boyle.
UK Uses Terrorism Law to Silence Palestine Solidarity Activists and Journalists
Amnesty International lawyer Julia Hall says the use of the UK's Terrorism Act has escalated since October 7.
Sanders Launches Bid to Block Biden Administration’s $20B Weapons Sale to Israel
The Biden administration’s massive sale “clearly violate[s]” US law regarding human rights, his office said.
J.D. Vance Indicates Elon Musk’s “Efficiency” Cuts Would Include Social Security
The GOP vice presidential nominee says he has spoken to the multi-billionaire about working in a Trump administration.
700 Wounded, 25 Dead After Lebanon Hit With Second Wave of Device Explosions
The attacks, which humanitarian groups noted are likely war crimes, are an escalation by Israel.
UN General Assembly Passes a Resolution to End Israeli Occupation
Unsurprisingly, Israel and the US were among the 14 countries that opposed the resolution, which is not legally binding.
Springfield City Manager Told Vance Staffers Claims Against Haitians Were False
The Trump campaign is planning to visit Springfield for a campaign event, although the mayor has asked them not to.
GOP Senator Tells Arab American Witness to “Hide Your Head in a Bag” at Hearing
The Republican repeatedly spoke over the Arab American expert to badger her with Islamophobic and racist tropes.
Judge Aileen Cannon Failed to Disclose Attendance at Right-Wing Junkets
In July, Cannon threw out the case that alleges Trump mishandled classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago residence.
Amazon Delivery Drivers in New York Join Teamsters in Surge of Momentum
Hundreds of drivers in Queens are demanding the company recognize their union and negotiate a contract.