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Trump’s Plan to Weaponize Space: From “Star Wars” to a “Full-Spectrum Dominance” Security Strategy
Not long before he started a trade war with China and extended sanctions against Russia, President Trump made some offhanded remarks about wanting a US “Space Force” to compliment …
Will Congress Write the President a Blank Check for War?
Under the guise of fulfilling its constitutional power to authorize military force, Congress is poised to consider legislation that would give the president a blank check to make war, …
Rashid Khalidi: Ending the Proxy Wars in Syria Is Key to De-escalating Deadly Conflict
“American policy in Syria has been totally incoherent.”
Unlimited Worldwide War: ACLU Warns Senate Against Giving Trump Blank Check to Declare War
Trump did not seek congressional input or authorization for the Syria airstrikes.
Will Trump Set Off the Middle East Powder Keg?
There are conflicting motives behind the Trump administration's attack against Syrian targets.
Gaza: Palestinians Continue “Great March of Return” Protests for Third Straight Week
Ramah Kudaimi calls for the US to end its military support for Israel.
Chelsea Manning on Trump’s “Mission Accomplished” Tweet: “I Believe I Have Heard Those Words Before”
Ramah Kudaimi, a Syrian American activist, and Chelsea Manning discuss.
Here Are Seven Brilliant Insights From Noam Chomsky on the American Empire
As Trump strikes Syria for the second time, here are seven powerful quotes from Dr. Chomsky.
Where Is the Democratic Outrage Over Trump’s Illegal Attack on Syria?
Jingoism is equally dangerous -- from the left or the right.
Global Leaders Condemn Trump’s “Scorn for International Law” As Haley Threatens More Possible Air Strikes
“You can't combat the alleged violation of international law by violating international law.”