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Ecuador’s President Emulates El Salvador’s Bukele as He Builds Ties With Trump
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa is persecuting opposition politicians in the wake of his questionable victory.
Tesla Takedown Protesters Are Hitting Musk Where It Hurts: His Bottom Line
As protests spring up at Tesla dealerships across the country, the company’s profits are plunging.
How to Fight Fascism in a Captured State
A union exists whenever a group of people work together to solve a problem they couldn't alone, says Shane Burley.
Watchdog Urges Congress to Investigate Trump’s Multimillion-Dollar Crypto Scheme
Not only is Trump a major crypto dealer — he is also the industry's top policy maker, The New York Times noted.
Is the DOGE Playbook Going Global?
Tech writer and critic Paris Marx discusses how Elon Musk is inspiring right-wing efforts abroad.
Poll: Majority of Voters View Trump as “Dictator” Who Threatens Democratic Norms
Trump has demanded prosecutions against outlets that have published his low polling numbers, calling media “the enemy.”
How Trump’s 100 Days Built Off the Far Right Blueprint of Project 2025
Project 2025 offered a chilling vision of executive power. The agenda Trump is implementing is even more disturbing.
As Trump Marks 100 Days, Organizers Plan Massive May 1 Protests Against Admin
Trump's sweeping attacks have enabled immigrants, students and teachers to build a broad coalition, said one organizer.
Canada’s Liberal Party Will Face Down Trump. But Will It Address Inequality?
Trump, inequality and corporate concentration loomed over Canada's elections. Only one got the attention it deserved.
Amazon Bends to Trump, Denies It Planned to Post US Tariff Costs on Website
Amazon owner Jeff Bezos has made several moves in the past year to gain favor with Donald Trump.