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The Battle for Democracy in the US Must Take On the Military-Industrial Complex
Leftists have long had an understanding of “the deep state” that goes beyond Trump’s fearmongering conspiracy theory.
The Right Has a 150-Page Battle Plan to Shut Down Progressive Civil Society
Attacks on Palestine solidarity are the opening salvo in the right’s stated plan to suppress social justice groups.
Trump Picks “Herd Immunity” Proponent Jay Bhattacharya to Lead NIH
So-called herd immunity would have undoubtedly led to more deaths during the pandemic.
Trump Transition Can Raise Unlimited Funds From Private Donors, Per Agreement
The agreement could potentially allow donors to pay for access to Trump.
Lawmakers Urge Biden to Take More Action on Cannabis Before Leaving Office
The president “has the opportunity to further reduce the harms of marijuana’s criminalization,” the lawmakers said.
Trump Aide Accused of Seeking Bribes to Promote Potential Cabinet Picks
This comes amid broader concerns about conflicts of interest within Trump's transition team and incoming administration.
Trump Plans to Seize Control of the Budget Via an Obscure Legal Theory
Trump and his advisers assert that he can unilaterally “impound” funds if he opposes them or deems them wasteful.
Heritage Foundation Has a Plan to Take Down the Palestine Solidarity Movement
Project Esther proposes to identify the Palestine solidarity movement as the “Hamas Support Network.”
Trump Claims He Has a Presidential Mandate. The Data Says Otherwise.
Trump's popular vote win was the second-smallest seen over the past 40 years.
Trump’s AG Pick Pam Bondi Once Called for Deporting Student Protesters
Pam Bondi's call for deporting students — regardless of their citizenship status — echoes comments Trump made in May.