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Progressives Demand Mnuchin Be Held in Contempt for Defying Subpoena
Mnuchin's decision to defy the Friday deadline all but guarantees a court fight over the documents.
It’s Time for the People to Force the Democrats’ Hand on Impeachment
Standing by while Trump destroys democracy is not an option.
At White House Iftar, Trump Continues Whitewashing State Violence
Breaking the fast with war criminals won't bring U.S. Muslims any closer to obtaining justice.
US Illegally Evicts Protectors From Venezuelan Embassy
Law enforcement agents prevented peaceful invitees from entering the embassy with supplies of food and water.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio Enters Race for 2020 Democratic Nomination
“Donald Trump must be stopped,” de Blasio says. “I've beaten him before, and I will do it again.”
What Have Top Trump Donors Been Up to Since 2016?
Trump's priorities in office have often aligned with the interests of his most coveted donors.
Despite Threats, Anti-Coup Activists Remain Inside Venezuelan Embassy in DC
Activists have occupied the embassy to prevent it from being taken over by Venezuela's U.S.-backed opposition.
Omar Says Criticisms of Her and Rashida Tlaib Are Designed to Silence Muslims
The congresswoman also called attention to the unspoken ramifications of the commander-in-chief's tweets.
US Metal Sanctions Target Iran’s Working Class, Contrary to Trump Claims
The Trump administration is targeting Iran’s working class with metal sanctions to foment an uprising.
18 Voting Officials Take Civil Rights Tour
A trip to Selma, Alabama, drew a number of officials from states with controversial voting requirements.