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Report: Hate Against Muslims, Palestinians Increased 178 Percent in Last 3 Months of 2023
The Council on American-Islamic Relations recorded 3,578 complaints of hate in the last three months of 2023 alone.
Texas AG Demands Medical Records of Trans Youth From Out-of-State Clinic
“Republicans are attempting to investigate and potentially arrest people across state lines,” one trans activist said.
11 Countries Suspend Funds for Palestine’s Primary Aid Group as Gaza Starves
The suspension immediately follows the ICJ’s finding that it’s plausible that Israel is committing genocide.
E. Jean Carroll Says She’ll Use $83 Million Judgment on “Something Trump Hates”
The author indicated that she might set up a fund for other women who have been sexually assaulted by Trump.
Palestinians Take the Stand Against Biden Administration in US Court
“Being Palestinians in America necessitates our involvement in this case,” says Laila El-Haddad, who testified in court.
War Hawks Call for Military Response After Drone Attack on US Troops in Jordan
GOP and Democratic members of Congress called on Biden to respond with strikes inside Iran, which denies involvement.
Will Chicago’s Mayor Cancel Inaccurate Gunshot Detection System Contract?
In 2021, a ShotSpotter alert resulted in the death of 13-year-old Adam Toledo, who was shot by a police officer.
Iowa Republicans Forward Bill to Force Students to Stand for National Anthem
“By mandating that they stand, our students’ First Amendment rights would be violated,” one critic of the bill said.
Pelosi Wants FBI to Investigate Groups Pushing for Gaza Ceasefire
Critics blasted the call for more surveillance, pointing out more than two-thirds of Americans support a ceasefire.
2024 Election Has More Restrictions to Voting Than in 2020
High turnout in previous elections has caused states like Florida to take steps to reduce access to voting.