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Walker-Warnock Race Most Expensive in 2022 Cycle as Runoff Intensifies
The Senate race in Georgia saw spending by candidates and outside groups skyrocket to $380.7 million as of November 29.
Jan. 6 Committee Will Likely Decide on Criminal Referrals to DOJ This Friday
It’s all but certain that Republicans will dissolve the committee when they take control of the House early next year.
New Bill Targets Hedge Fund Stranglehold on Housing Market
The legislation aims to prevent rich investors from taking advantage of renters and limiting homeownership.
Number of Immigrants Under Punitive Surveillance Quadrupled on Biden’s Watch
Surveillance technologies like ankle monitors and cellphone apps are not harmless “alternatives” to immigration jails.
We Need Harm Reduction With a Liberatory Vision
“We're going to have to break the rules,” says Shira Hassan.
Lawmakers Set to Propose Record $847B for Defense, $45B Over Biden’s Request
Antiwar and progressive advocates have strongly condemned the proposed budget, calling it a “slap in the face.”
San Francisco City Board Approves Use of Police Robots to Kill Suspects
“I’m really just stunned that we’re here talking about this,” an opposing member of the city board of supervisors said.
High-Ranking Senate Republican Reveals GOP Plan to Slash Social Security
Sen. John Thune said that a potential debt default is an “opportunity” to push the GOP priority.
The Fed’s Response to Rising Inflation Protects the Wealthy at Workers’ Expense
Leftist economists Gerald Epstein and Robert Pollin offer an alternative vision for how to combat rising inflation.
House Backs Rail Contract With 7 Days Paid Sick Leave in Concession to Workers
Sen. Bernie Sanders is vowing to ensure that the sick leave proposal is voted on in the Senate.