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Trump FCC Nominee Could Threaten the Agency’s Independence
Nathan Simington's nomination is part of an effort to curb social media content moderation in his favor.
Mnuchin Violates CARES Act With Plan to Move $455 Billion in Unspent COVID Funds
The plan follows Mnuchin's widely condemned decision to cut off the relief programs at the end of the year.
Economists Argue to “Use Debt, Go Big, and Stay Big” With COVID Relief Package
A detailed memo pushes for roughly $3 trillion in fiscal support and to continue support through 2024.
Biden’s Pick for Secretary of State Has a Record of Militarism
Antony Blinken -- a backer of the Iraq War with right-wing views on Israel -- is a return to the status quo ante.
Progressives Say Any Cabinet Post for Rahm Emanuel Is Unacceptable
The former mayor is notorious for his role in covering up the 2014 police murder of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald.
Biden’s Victory Does Not Guarantee a Progressive Agenda. We Must Fight for It.
Progressives must demand that Biden govern for the 99 percent and not the 1 percent.
Trump Passes on COVID Vaccine Summit as Pandemic Cases in US Exceed 12 Million
Donald Trump skipped a virtual summit with G20 leaders on financing vaccine collaborations to go golfing.
To Push Biden Left, We Must Build Movements to Challenge His Corporate Backers
Social movements are most powerful when they threaten profits, as the victories of the 1930s and 1960s demonstrate.
Georgia Senator Privately Pushed for Lucrative Tax Break for Sports Teamowners
The failed effort could have helped several of his donors, including fellow Sen. Kelly Loeffler.
Senate GOP Shatters 123-Year Tradition to Approve Even More Trump Judges
Judicial nominees of presidents who lost their reelection have not been confirmed after an election since 1897.