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House Freedom Caucus Members Are Walking Weapons in Search of a Target
Trump has little invested in actual policy, so they see him as a weapon they shoot in whatever direction they choose.
North Carolina GOP Redraws Voting Map to Favor Lawmaker Who Switched Parties
Former Democratic Rep. Tricia Cotham will receive a 25-point swing in her favor because of Republican gerrymandering.
Activists Occupy Ro Khanna’s Office, Urge Him to Back Ceasefire Resolution
The sit-in came days after his political director resigned over Khanna's refusal to support a ceasefire in Gaza.
Assange Freedom May Be Pivotal in Australia’s Support for US Cold War With China
Australian cooperation with the United States' cold war against China is not a slam dunk.
Democrats Propose 18-Year Term Limit for Supreme Court Justices in Most Cases
“Setting term limits for Supreme Court justices will restore accountability,” said Democratic Senator Cory Booker.
25 Republicans Vote Against Jim Jordan in Third Speakership Ballot
It's unclear how or when the impasse for the speakership will come to an end.
State Dept Official Resigns as Biden Calls for Military Aid Boost to Israel
The Biden administration faces growing internal dissent over arms transfers to an ally committing war crimes in Gaza.
Trump Caught Off Guard by MAGA Lawyer Sidney Powell’s Guilty Plea
Powell’s “sweetheart deal” is raising concerns that she’ll testify against the former president.
Major European News App Told Its Workers to Suppress Gaza Deaths, Report Finds
Employees were reportedly told not to publish headlines that could be “misconstrued” as pro-Palestinian.
Jim Jordan’s Pressure Campaign for Speakership Devolved into Violent Threats
One GOP lawmaker reportedly received a number of death threats after voting against Jordan for speaker of the House.