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Here Are the Names of Every Republican Who Voted to Overturn Election Results
Many Republicans in Congress still voted to object to Biden's win even in the wake of the mob assault on the Capitol.
Chomsky and Pollin: A Global Green New Deal Is the Only Way to Avert Disaster
The world needs a Green New Deal to help it transition out of a fossil fuel economy, say Robert Pollin and Noam Chomsky.
US Capitol Locked Down After Armed Standoff With Trump Supporters
Vice President Mike Pence, who presides over the certification process, has been evacuated from the Senate chamber.
Democrats Gain Control of Senate With Warnock and Ossoff Victories in Georgia
A 50-50 tie in the Senate will be decided by Vice President-elect Kamala Harris in her role as president of the Senate.
With Democrats Poised to Seize Senate, Progressives Urge Party to Go Big
Democrats may soon have a mandate to pursue a transformative policy agenda tackling the nation's immediate crises.
Despite Trump’s Claims, Mike Pence Has No Power to Reject Joe Biden’s Win
As the vice president prepares to preside over the Electoral College, Trump claims that Pence can nullify the vote.
No Charges Filed Against White Officer Who Shot and Paralyzed Jacob Blake
Officer Rusten Sheskey fired the shots at point-blank range into Blake’s back as he leaned into his car.
Activists Brace for Far Right Violence as Trump’s Diehard Backers Flood DC
D.C. activists are rebuffing Sen. Josh Hawley’s accusations of “leftwing violence” while bracing for far right violence.
Hospitals Are Now Required to Be More Transparent About Their Pricing
As of Jan. 1, facilities must publicly post on their websites prices for every service, drug and supply they provide.
Organizers Say Urban Agriculture Is Not Just a Hobby, It’s an Act of Resilience
These activists are working to decolonize the food system and shape the narrative around urban agriculture.