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Escalating Anti-Homeless Policies Fall Hardest on Disabled People in the US
As legislative attacks on unhoused people ramp up, disabled people are on the front lines.
Trump’s Repressive Measures Show US Imperialism Has Come Home to Roost
Under Trump’s direction, the US government is going to war against its own population.
Smotrich: Israel Won’t Leave Gaza, “Not Even in Exchange for Hostages”
Israel’s Security Council approved a plan this week to indefinitely occupy and destroy what’s left of Gaza.
US and Hungary Stand Alone at ICJ in Favor of Israel’s Blockade on Gaza
Thirty-seven states, the UN and international NGOs all condemned Israel’s blockade at the International Court of Justice.
We Can’t Let RFK Jr. Divide Our Autistic Community Based on Our Support Needs
A Trump official spoke of an “autism registry” then walked it back. Organizers still fear infringements on rights.
Ship Carrying Humanitarian Aid for Gaza Bombed Off Coast of Malta
The attack comes as Israel’s two-month blockade has left the aid operation in Gaza on the verge of total collapse.
UN Experts: Trump Admin’s Deportations to El Salvador Violate International Law
The group of 20 human rights experts signed the statement demanding an end to the “unlawful” deportations.
Activist Mohsen Mahdawi Freed From Prison After Judge Orders His Release
“I am saying it clear and loud to President Trump and his Cabinet: I am not afraid of you,” he said after his release.
Rights Groups Detail “Authoritarian” Reality of US Surveillance in Report to UN
Trump is weaponizing a high-tech surveillance state in violation of international human rights law, experts say.
UN Food Agency Runs Out of Stock in Gaza as Famine Looms
Gaza officials have warned of famine spreading throughout the Strip, threatening the lives of millions.