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Regardless of What Biden Says, the Real State of the Union Is Perilous
We're a country on the brink. Tonight, Biden has his work cut out for him.
House Takes Step Toward Banning Stock Trading for Members of Congress
Lawmakers have reportedly begun requesting testimony from government watchdog groups.
Sanders Urges Tax on Windfall Oil Profits as Companies Exploit Ukraine Crisis
Gas prices were already soaring before Putin’s invasion as Big Oil rakes in record profits.
California “Freedom Convoy” Cancels Trip to DC, Citing Low Participation
Only five trucks were taking part in the convoy by the time it reached Las Vegas, its organizers said.
Lobbying Firms Sever Partnerships on Russian Pipeline After Raking in Millions
Lobbyists are now distancing themselves from companies partnering on the Russian state-owned Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
Dark Money Is Behind “Women’s Groups” Attacking Biden’s Supreme Court Pick
Dark money groups are continuing their fight to dominate the institution by attacking Jackson’s appointment.
House Committee Expands Inquiry Into Trump’s Destroying, Hiding of Documents
The committee requested the information to better understand the extent of Trump’s destruction of federal records.
Biden Picks Ketanji Brown Jackson to Replace Breyer on Supreme Court
As a candidate for president, Biden promised, two years ago to the day, to nominate a Black woman to the court.
Manchin Reportedly Backing Corporate-Friendly Michelle Childs for Supreme Court
Labor groups and progressives have raised concerns about Manchin’s reported preferred candidate, J. Michelle Childs.
2 Lawyers From Manhattan DA’s Office Abruptly Resign From Trump Case
Sources indicated that the lawyers were upset with District Attorney Alvin Bragg's doubts over moving the case forward.