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Republicans Push “Waste and Fraud” Narrative Again to Gut the Social Safety Net
The real fraud is gutting SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs to fund a war the public overwhelmingly opposes.
WH Adviser Says Americans’ Economic Anxiety Due to Fast Pace of “Good” Changes
Consumer prices increased by 3.8 percent over the past year, the highest rate seen since 2023.
Trump Appoints Former Private Prison Executive as New Director of ICE
David Venturella was the senior vice president of client relations at GEO Group until 2023.
Microsoft Ousts Head of Israeli Branch Over Use of Tech to Spy on Palestinians
Microsoft continues “to supply cloud and AI arms to the Israeli military,” activists pointed out.
Oz Says Don’t Worry About Hantavirus — RFK Jr. Is “Involved” in Response
Kennedy has downplayed the gravity of measles outbreaks across the US over the past two years.
Trump Shrugs Off Americans’ “Financial Situation” After Inflation Report Release
Fruits and vegetables prices increased by 6.1 percent, and beef prices rose by 14.8 percent over the past year.
Hegseth Refused to Say If Parents Should Drop Child Care to Fund Military Budget
The budget "will ensure the US continues to maintain the world’s most powerful and capable military,” he said.
New School Student Senate Sanctions Hillel Over Program With Israeli Military
Hillel has come under fire for coordinating programs that send students to Israel to volunteer with the military.
Israeli Officials Denounce NYT Report on Systemic Sexual Abuse of Palestinians
The article recounts the stories of 14 Palestinians who were sexually assaulted by Israeli soldiers or settlers.
Trump’s 1-Hour Posting Frenzy Fuels Questions About His Mental Fitness
Trump’s posts included unfounded conspiracy theories, including the false claim that Obama attempted a coup against him.