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UK Authorities Prosecuted Just 11 Wealthy People for Tax Fraud Last Year
In both the U.K. and the U.S., tax authorities avoid prosecuting the wealthy for fear of legal and political backlash.
Dianne Feinstein Leaves Behind Conflicted Legacy on Climate Crisis
The California senator fought for conservation but refused to back ambitious climate legislation in the Green New Deal.
Congress Avoids Government Shutdown and Far Right Budget Demands — for Now
The agreement funds the government for 45 days and includes $16 billion in disaster relief for New York City flooding.
Trump’s Death Wish for “Disloyal” Military General Is Textbook Totalitarianism
Trump’s fascist congressional sidekick, Paul Gosar, wrote that “in a better society … General Milley would be hung.”
GOP Waging Coordinated Effort to Undermine US Elections, Says Leading Official
Election workers are leaving their work in large numbers due to increasing harassment and threats.
Kentucky Governor’s Race Surges Towards Record-Breaking Fundraising Milestone
The Democratic incumbent has a hefty cash advantage, but his challenger has won races where he's been outraised before.
Right-Dominated Supreme Court Is Poised to Do Grave Harm in Upcoming Term
Voting rights and the protection of workers, consumers, health, safety and the environment are on the court's docket.
Far Right Republicans Are Considering Ousting McCarthy From Speaker Role
It's not a matter of if, but when, Freedom Caucus members try to boot McCarthy, sources say.
GOP Presidential Contenders Cling to Drug War Policies Fueling Overdose Crisis
Overdoses spike when police get involved, but the “war on drugs” remains potent political theater on the right.
Trump Says No GOP Candidate Running Against Him Should Be His VP
Other Republicans vying for the party's nomination are simply “running for a job,” Trump said.