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SCOTUS Ruling on Voting Rights Act Puts a Third of Black Caucus Seats at Risk
Rep. James Clyburn of South Carolina is among the lawmakers at risk of losing their seats because of mid-census redraws.
The FBI Has Established a “Payback Squad” to Target Trump Foes — Report
The so-called “payback squad” is composed of agents who are deeply loyal to the president.
Xi Warns Support for Taiwan Could Lead to Conflict Between China and US
Congress has approved a new $14 billion arms package for Taiwan, but Trump has not yet moved it forward.
Officials Decry Retribution as Vance Defers $1.3B in Medicaid Payments to CA
Vance’s task force meant to root out alleged fraud has so far only focused on states that did not vote for Trump.
Critics Warn of “Grift” in Potential DOJ Settlement of Trump’s $10B IRS Lawsuit
“It's the latest Trump-corrupt scheme to take money out of your pockets and put it into his,” said Sen. Adam Schiff.
Trump Counterterrorism Strategy Expands Administration’s War on Progressives
The administration is increasingly attempting to scare activists into silence, but progressives are preparing instead.
Trump Arrives in China With Entourage of Tech CEOs
Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week to discuss trade and China’s support for Iran.
As Trump Floats Gas Tax Holiday, Experts Say Ending Iran War Is Best Option
Gas prices have increased by 54 percent in the US since the start of the war in Iran.
Republicans Push “Waste and Fraud” Narrative Again to Gut the Social Safety Net
The real fraud is gutting SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs to fund a war the public overwhelmingly opposes.
Trump’s 1-Hour Posting Frenzy Fuels Questions About His Mental Fitness
Trump’s posts included unfounded conspiracy theories, including the false claim that Obama attempted a coup against him.