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USPS Sorting Machines Are Still Being Dismantled Despite DeJoy’s Promise to Stop
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she was aware of at least two facilities in her state seeing machines being removed.
Warren Uses DNC to Demand Child Care as “Basic Infrastructure of This Nation”
Warren lamented the failure of the world's wealthiest country to provide crucial services to families with children.
The Democratic Convention Aims for the Center and Spurns Progressives
The “People’s Convention” organized by the Progressive Democrats offers a stark contrast to the DNC's centrism.
Former DHS Official: Trump Wasn’t Joking About Trading Puerto Rico for Greenland
“He actually said he wanted to see if we could sell Puerto Rico,” former DHS chief of staff Miles Taylor said.
DNC Chair Put Lobbyists in Charge of Reviewing DNC Member Qualifications
The DNC has appointed a lot of lobbyists for major corporations that oppose wage growth to its top committees.
DeJoy Pauses USPS Overhauls After 20 States Sue Over Election Concerns
The postmaster general has come under increased scrutiny as reduced mail service threatens the election.
Susan B. Anthony Never Sought Anyone’s Pardon, But Trump Did It Anyway
Anthony's crime was an act of civil disobedience. She said that “resistance to tyranny is obedience to God.”
Congressional Candidates and Voters Sue to Stop Trump’s Sabotage of USPS
In addition to the suit filed Monday, several state attorneys general are likely to file litigation this week.
Trump Lashes Out at Michelle Obama for Saying He Is “Clearly in Over His Head”
Trump also criticized Obama for pre-recording the speech, noting she cited an outdated, lower COVID death count.
DeJoy Donated Big to GOP Senators Up for Reelection — They’re Silent on USPS
A number of DeJoy's GOP beneficiaries are facing tight races this year. None have spoken publicly on his recent acts.