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Trump Supporters Issue Threats of Violence Online After Guilty Verdict
Meanwhile, many Republican lawmakers have joined Trump in making clear that they don't accept the trial's outcome.
Trump Becomes First Former President in US History to Be Convicted of a Crime
Trump’s sentencing is set to commence in July, just days before his nomination at the Republican National Convention.
More Biden Officials Resign Over US Participation in Israel’s Genocide in Gaza
A total of at least nine Biden administration officials have resigned publicly so far.
Critics Decry Justice Alito’s Refusal to Recuse on Key Court Cases
The calls for Alito’s recusal come amid reports of pro-Trump flags flying outside of the justice’s homes.
Texas Republicans Offer Up a Christian Nationalist, Anti-Democracy Platform
Voters in rural counties would be given expansive voting power, vastly outweighing voters in cities and suburban areas.
Texas AG Uses Consumer Protection Laws to Pursue His Political Targets
Ken Paxton has even used the laws to investigate out-of-state organizations connected to gender-affirming care.
Mainstream Media Obscure the Threat Posed by Trump’s Authoritarianism
The ruling elite use major media apparatuses as disimagination machines for tools of indoctrination.
Mexico Appears Poised to Elect Its First Woman President
The campaign cycle has been deadly, with at least 34 candidates or aspiring candidates assassinated since September.
Republicans Target College Campuses for Gerrymandering, New Voting Restrictions
Despite barriers, young people voted in record numbers in recent elections and continue to exert their political power.
Key Netanyahu Ally Engaged in Nearly Decade-Long “War” Against ICC — Report
Threats against the former lead prosecutor of the ICC included targeted statements involving her family.