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19 Lawmakers Press Blinken on Unapproved Arms Transfers to Israel
"Congress and the American public deserve thorough answers,” the Democrats, led by Elizabeth Warren, wrote in a letter.
Warren, Sanders Urge Biden to Go a Step Further on Marijuana and Deschedule It
The Biden administration has taken steps toward loosening restrictions on marijuana, but advocates say it’s not enough.
Major Brands Like McDonald’s, Kroger and Coca-Cola Linked to Forced Prison Labor
“Slavery has not been abolished,” said one formerly imprisoned person who now advocates against forced prison labor.
Supreme Court Sets March Date for Arguments on Abortion Drug Mifepristone
“Restricting access to mifepristone impedes patient autonomy,” a physicians' group said in defending current standards.
Far Right Forces Are Attempting to Generate a National Emergency at the Border
A crisis is taking shape on the US-Mexico border, but it is not the result of an “invasion” of those seeking asylum.
Report Details “Devastating Harms” to TX Communities From Petrochemical Industry
The report also noted the lack of adequate enforcement and oversight from local and state regulators.
Will Death Row Prisoner Richard Glossip Be Freed After Supreme Court Hears Case?
Glossip has faced nine separate execution dates and will now get the chance to argue for a new trial.
Trump Will Expand DOJ “Presidential Immunity” Memo If He’s Elected — Report
“What Trump wants is immunity from being scrutinized at all,” one legal critic has noted.
Disguised Israeli Forces Raid West Bank Hospital and Assassinate 3 People
Hospitals have special protections under international law, but Israel has treated them as legitimate targets.
US Military Considers Civilians Expendable Despite New Harm Mitigation Plan
It has a long history of killing civilians in airstrikes, not investigating the deaths and ignoring pleas for apology.