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Biden Administration Cancels Two Trump-Approved Minnesota Mining Leases
Trump had revived the controversial project amid protests from environmental advocates and Indigenous groups.
Over 80 Democrats Say It’s Time for Biden to Cancel $50,000 of Student Debt
“Restarting student loan payments without this broad cancellation would be disastrous,” the lawmakers wrote.
Trump, While Golfing, Describes Himself as “45th and 47th” President
In order to be the 47th president, Trump will have to overcome low polling numbers and numerous criminal inquiries.
Ocasio-Cortez Says Backing Progressive Over Sinema Would Be “Easiest Decision”
Sinema hasn’t “given a compelling case as to why she should be renominated,” Ocasio-Cortez said.
Prison Profiteer Is Using Sandra Bland’s Death to Sell Surveillance Technology
Guardian RFID has found a way not only to further surveil people behind bars, but also to profit from it.
Mississippi Mayor Withholds $110K From Library Over LGBTQ Books
The mayor's action could “definitely impact services” and result in layoffs, the library system's director said.
“There Is No Military Solution” to Russia Tensions, Progressive Lawmakers Say
Representatives Jayapal and Lee warned against deploying troops and imposing draconian sanctions on Russia.
“No More Hiding”: Sanders Says It’s Time to Vote on Build Back Better
Sanders said every Republican and Democrat should be forced take a position on these essential policies.
Since “Citizens United,” Billionaires Are Spending Nearly $1B More on Elections
Billionaires spent $1.2 billion on the 2020 election – about 70 times what they spent on campaign donations in 2008.
San Jose Passes First-of-Its-Kind Insurance Requirement for Gun Owners
The measure will affect about 55,000 gun-owning households in the California city.