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Ongoing Revelations Compel Jan. 6 Committee to Extend Its September Deadline
The panel will release a “scaled-back” interim report in September rather than a final one, the committee chair said.
Steve Bannon’s Contempt of Congress Trial Formally Began Today
Bannon faces two charges of contempt of Congress for refusing to adhere to January 6 committee subpoenas.
Omar Calls for Manchin to Be Removed From Role as Chair of Energy Committee
Other Democrats have also questioned why Manchin is allowed to lead the powerful committee, which guides energy policy.
Sanders Denounces Manchin for “Intentionally Sabotaging” Democratic Agenda
“Manchin represents the very wealthiest people in this country — not working families in West Virginia or America.”
Constitutional Law Prof Tells Dems: Use 14th Amendment to Block Trump 2024 Run
Trump is reportedly considering announcing a 2024 presidential run sometime in the fall.
January 6 Committee Subpoenas Secret Service in Search for Deleted Texts
“The committee is absolutely determined to get to the bottom of this,” said Rep. Jamie Raskin.
Trump Campaign Continued Steering Donor Money to Firm Involved in Jan 6. Rally
Trump's political operation paid more than $1.4 million to a single firm in May of this year alone.
Palestinians Face Forced Expulsions as Biden Pledges Allegiance to Israel
Biden promised Israel $3.8 billion in annual military aid to maintain the illegal occupation of Palestinian lands.
AOC Calls for Congress to Strip Supreme Court of Its Ability to Rule on Abortion
Democrats are also calling for the Supreme Court to be barred from ruling on contraception or marriage equality.
If Trump Jumps Into Presidential Race Before Midterms, All Bets Are Off
Could Trump possibly continue to fail upward? If he enters the race, pundits can set their predictions on fire.