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World’s 3 Richest Men — Musk, Bezos, Zuckerberg — Will Attend Trump Inauguration
All three have acted in ways beneficial to Trump — and are likely to financially benefit from Trump's presidency.
Trump Threatens Comcast After Seth Meyers Makes Jokes About Him
The president-elect claims to support free speech but frequently refers to the media as “enemies” of the US.
Trump Pick Pete Hegseth Won’t Say If He’d Refuse Order to Shoot Protesters
Trump has stated multiple times his intention to use the military to crush demonstrations he opposes.
Sunrise Calls on Next DNC Chair to Curb Corporate Influence in Democratic Party
The youth climate group wants bans on super PAC spending in primaries and corporate lobbyist donations to the DNC.
Trump’s Felony Conviction Appeal Will Show How Fully He’s Above the Law
Trump’s appeal will decide how the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity ruling applies to his hush money case.
If Not for Trump’s Return, Conviction at Trial Was Likely, Jack Smith Says
“The fact that our team stood up for the rule of law matters,” wrote the former special counsel.
16 Groups Urge Biden to Pardon Lawyer Steven Donziger, Who Took on Chevron
“Mr. Donziger’s case is a stain on our nation’s justice system,” the civil society groups wrote.
Israel, Hamas Hostage Swap Deal Close to Completion, Reports Say
The media have described the deal as a “ceasefire,” but Israel is demanding it be allowed to continue its attacks.
GOP Is Gearing Up to Push Major Medicaid Cuts, Leaked Document Reveals
Republicans are considering several changes to roll back the Affordable Care Act and drastically cut federal funding.
We Have the Tools to Solve Homelessness — Lawmakers Refuse to Use Them
The research shows clear housing solutions — but Project 2025's prescriptions will only exacerbate the crisis.