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Amid Trump’s Calls to Target “Leftists,” DOJ Launches George Soros Investigation
The DOJ directive lists possible charges that could be filed, including arson and material support for terrorism.
Increased ICE Transfers Impede Detainees’ Access to Lawyers, Contact With Family
Some men said for days they weren’t allowed to make phone calls to inform their families and attorneys where they were.
CA Educators Urge Newsom to Veto What They Call “Classroom Censorship Bill”
Teachers’ unions and civil rights groups say the legislation could stifle criticisms of Israel.
Democrats Submit Bill Aimed at Limiting GOP’s Mid-Census Gerrymandering Scheme
Several GOP-led states are hoping to mitigate midterm losses by redistricting their maps before the next census.
DOJ Appears to Have Violated Luigi Mangione’s Right to a Fair Trial, Judge Says
The judge warned the Department of Justice that future violations may result in sanctions.
State GOP Officials Seize Trump’s “War on Crime” to Disempower Blue Cities
GOP officials have long sought to erode Democratic-led cities’ autonomy on abortion access, LGBTQ rights, and more.
Trump Wants to Open Up 45 Million Acres of Roadless Wilderness to Logging
A push to repeal the Roadless Rule that protects the few ecosystems that remain truly wild faces mass public opposition.
EPA Plan Would Weaken Safeguards Against Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Products
Proposed changes are in line with suggestions from the National Association of Manufacturers’ “wishlist” sent to Trump.
Arizona Special Election Winner May Tip Balance Toward Release of Epstein Files
Democrat Adelita Grijalva defeated her Republican opponent by nearly 40 points.
Israel Has “Calculated to Destroy” Palestinians, UN Report Says
A new report from the UN found that Israel has “extensively and systematically demolished civilian infrastructure.”