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Sen. Darline Graham Says She’s “Not That Informed on National Security”
The GOP chose Darline Graham to serve the rest of her late brother’s term even though she has no political experience.
Minnesota Sues Texas to Extradite ICE Agent Who Shot Resident, Falsified Report
It's been over two months since ICE agent Christian Castro was arrested in Texas for shooting a Minneapolis resident.
House Progressives Mounting New Push to Pass Bill Blocking Arms to Israel
The campaign to pass the Block the Bombs Act comes amid a shift among Democrats and a slate of wins for progressives.
CNN Calls Trump’s Attacks on Reporter “Beneath the Office” of the Presidency
“You're a loud, boisterous person, you're fake news, be quiet,” Trump demanded of CNN's Kristen Holmes.
Texas Families Ask SCOTUS to Block Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Classrooms
“These displays put children in the position of having to defend themselves,” one Texas parent said.
Kentucky Gov Has “Heard Absolutely Nothing” From McConnell Regarding His Health
Sen. Mitch McConnell has not made a public appearance since a fall at his home in June.
AIPAC Poured Over $1M Into House Race for Term That Will Last Just 3 Months
Outside groups like AIPAC have spent over $5 million opposing a progressive candidate in a special runoff election.
Jeffries Says He Opposes Medicare for All — Which Would Save 114k Lives Yearly
This is a reversal of his prior stance on the legislation, which he once cosponsored.
Mutual Aid Isn’t a Handout — It’s a Framework for Resistance
The co-directors of a new docuseries offer their theory of change for transcending capitalism and the state.
Trump Family Crypto Empire Wins Approval for Bank Charter
"The most brazen act of self-dealing our financial system has ever seen,” said Elizabeth Warren.