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Many Evangelicals Excuse Anything Trump Does — Because He’s the “Chosen One”
The religious right think Trump will rid the U.S. of abortion, secularism and other great “sins.”
Iraqi Prime Minister to Step Down After Weeks of Anti-Government Protests
The announcement came after at least 25 people were killed in a violent response to the protests by security forces.
Koch Network Jumps Into 2020 Races by Backing GOP Senators
Americans for Prosperity Action spent nearly $230,000 this week to boost GOP senators facing re-election in 2020.
Impeachment Inquiry Throws Spotlight on Family Favoritism in Politics
Anti-nepotism rules should be tightened to include the White House.
Retail Giants Gear Up for Black Friday — and Political Giving
Many corporate giants are ramping up lobbying efforts this year against tariffs and in support of social issues.
AOC Raised More Money Than Any Other House Democrat in Third Quarter
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's reelection campaign is a testament to the power of grassroots fundraising.
20 Years After Battle of Seattle, Activists Reflect on Historic WTO Protests
The protests went on for five days and resulted in 600 arrests and in the eventual collapse of the talks.
With New Allegations, Nunes’s Fate Is Tied to Trump in the Ukraine Scandal
Regardless of what happens to Trump, Devin Nunes will likely face another ethics inquiry from Congress.
The US Has Tried to Divide Iraqis. Now Protests Are Uniting Them.
Demonstrators are protesting corruption and lack of jobs and basic services, including clean water and electricity.
Judge Says Trump Can’t Block Officials From Testifying
If this ruling stands, Don McGahn and other Trump officials could be forced to sit down with investigators.