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House Again Moves to Pass “Nonprofit Killer” Bill Giving Trump “Unchecked Power”
The bill follows the “same playbook” as governments that “crush dissent” around the world, Oxfam warned.
Rep. Dan Goldman Introduces Measure Asserting Term Limits Apply to Trump
Trump quipped to Republicans that he wouldn't be running for president again unless they “do something” to allow it.
Let’s Translate Our Outrage Over Trumpism Into Action
There is no better antidote to hopelessness than action in community.
Trump Picks Conspiracy Theorist RFK Jr. to Oversee the Country’s Public Health
“There’s no telling how far back” Kennedy could set America, said Washington Democratic Sen. Patty Murray.
How Must We Reorient Our Movements Under a Second Trump Administration?
It is crucial that we rethink our approach to direct action in a potentially authoritarian, dictatorial context.
Durbin Demands Gaetz Ethics Report Be Given to Senate for AG Confirmation
Upon being nominated to be attorney general, Gaetz resigned from the House, blocking the ethics report's publication.
Trump’s Appointments Reflect a More Openly Hawkish Face of US Empire
In appointing Marco Rubio, Mike Waltz and Pete Hegseth to his administration, Trump emboldens volatile warmongers.
Sandy Hook Families Help Satirical News Site The Onion to Purchase InfoWars
“The death of Infowars is the justice we have long awaited and fought for,” one Sandy Hook parent said.
Trump’s Pick of Loyalist Matt Gaetz for AG Signals Intent to Weaponize DOJ
The far right congressman faced investigation for possible involvement in sex trafficking and other ethics violations.
3 Former Abu Ghraib Detainees Awarded $42 Mil in Damages Against US Contractor
“I’ve waited a long time for this day,” one of the former detainees said upon the ruling from the jury.