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Trump Lawyers Seek Dismissal of NY Conviction Following SCOTUS Immunity Ruling
The motion will likely delay a sentencing hearing for Trump, currently scheduled for July 11.
AOC Will File Impeachment Articles Against Justices Following Immunity Ruling
The ruling, which expands presidential protections, “represents an assault on American democracy,” Ocasio-Cortez said.
SCOTUS Furthers Right-Wing Agenda of Deconstruction of the Administrative State
Eliminating Chevron deference will harm consumers, workers, health, safety and environment, but will help corporations.
Poll Shows Voters Want Biden to Drop Out. His Family Is Telling Him to Continue.
Democratic insiders recognize that either option — staying with Biden or finding a new candidate — comes with concerns.
Supreme Court Delivers Anti-Democracy Win to Trump in Immunity Case
The Supreme Court had delayed any pre-trial actions in Trump's election subversion case by more than 100 days.
SCOTUS Overturns “Chevron” Deference, Sparking Massive Transfer of Power to Courts
This decision could lead to the erosion of federal regulations in health, environment, food safety, labor, and more.
Critics Decry SCOTUS Ruling in SEC Case as Victory for the Wealthy and Powerful
Watchdogs warn the decision could have implications that extend beyond the Securities and Exchange Commission.
“Genocide Denial”: House Votes to Bar State Dept. From Citing Gaza Death Toll
“My colleagues don’t even want to acknowledge that Palestinians exist … not even when they’re dead,” said Rashida Tlaib.
Kenyan Protesters Call to Dissolve Parliament and Hold New Elections
Many in the movement have been “abducted” during the police crackdown on demonstrations, says a Nairobi-based activist.
Sanders: AIPAC’s Triumph Over Bowman Shows Need to Overturn “Citizens United”
“Big Money buys politicians who will do their bidding, and the results are clear,” the senator said.