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Cuba Runs Out of Oil Amidst Suffocating US Blockade
The UN has condemned the blockade as a violation of international law and an “extreme form” of economic coercion.
The FBI Has Established a “Payback Squad” to Target Trump Foes — Report
The so-called “payback squad” is composed of agents who are deeply loyal to the president.
New School Student Senate Sanctions Hillel Over Program With Israeli Military
Hillel has come under fire for coordinating programs that send students to Israel to volunteer with the military.
Trump’s 1-Hour Posting Frenzy Fuels Questions About His Mental Fitness
Trump’s posts included unfounded conspiracy theories, including the false claim that Obama attempted a coup against him.
Far Right Pastor Says Trump “Has a Better Understanding” of Bible Than Pope Leo
Trump celebrated a golden statue of himself this weekend, prompting comparisons to the biblical "golden calf.”
US Surveillance Flights Over Cuba Have Increased Since Early February
Similar actions were carried out in Venezuela and Iran prior to US military actions in those countries.
Conservative Civic Centers Are Spreading Across Public Universities
Florida Republicans are expanding taxpayer-funded civics centers into colleges and K-12 schools to “renew patriotism.”
Sources Say the FBI Has Opened an Inquiry Into The Atlantic’s Report on Patel
The insider threat inquiry that is allegedly happening is reserved for classified leaks, not reports on public figures.
Trump Is Targeting Immigrants With $1.8 Million Fines for Staying in the US
Tens of thousands are being hit with the fees, which advocates say are an intimidation tactic to force self-deportation.
Louisiana, State With Highest Poverty Rate, Considers Jailing Unhoused People
The bill has been called “one of the cruelest anti-homeless bills in the country” by housing justice advocates.