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Trump’s Refusal to Testify Before Jan. 6 Panel Could Result in Contempt Charges
“Donald Trump orchestrated a scheme to overturn a presidential election,” the committee said on Twitter.
Trump Expected to Announce Third Presidential Run Despite Bad Polling
Fewer than 3 in 10 Americans want Donald Trump to run for president in 2024.
Pence Condemns Trump for January 6 Attack as Both Prep for Presidential Runs
Despite his criticism, the former vice president has declined to cooperate with the January 6 committee's investigation.
Former Chief of Staff: Trump Wanted to Use IRS to Get Back at Political Enemies
Trump sought tax audits against his adversaries because they said “bad things,” former chief of staff John Kelly said.
Republicans Are Ripping Each Other Apart Over 2022 Election Losses
Whether or not this will actually spell the end of Trump's stranglehold on the Republican Party remains to be seen.
Abolish the Debt Ceiling So GOP Can’t Hold Economy Hostage, Says Senator Warren
Rep. Pramila Jayapal signaled that abolishing the debt ceiling is part of the Congressional Progressive Caucus's agenda.
Trump Sues House January 6 Panel to Avoid Testifying
The suit will likely allow Trump to escape being forced to testify before the committee disbands.
Trump Judge Blocks Student Debt Cancellation With “Farcical” Ruling
The Department of Justice has filed an appeal to the ruling as activists encourage Biden to take further action.
Ocasio-Cortez Says NY Democrats’ Anti-“Defund” Campaign Was a Major Mistake
The party’s underperformance this cycle was due partly to outdated party structure that excludes the left, she said.
Raphael Warnock Likely Has Advantage Over Herschel Walker in Georgia Runoff
The Georgia Senate runoff election is set to take place in the first week of December.