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Observers Predict Trump’s Gag Order in Jan. 6 Case Will Be Reinstated
“It seems likely that the gag order will survive in some form,” one legal observer opined.
Federal Court Guts Enforcement of Voting Rights Act in “Catastrophic” Ruling
“This ruling is a travesty for democracy,” said ACLU lawyer Sophia Lin Lakin.
Mike Johnson Once Said Only God Gives Authority for Presidents to Take Office
The current speaker of the House was a key figure in Trump's allies’ plans to overturn the 2020 election.
Trump Falsely Claims DOJ Is Corrupt for Charging Him But Not Biden in Docs Cases
Trump had stashed thousands of documents, including more than 300 marked classified, at his Mar-a-Lago residence.
Far Right Trump Admirer Javier Milei Wins Argentina’s Presidential Runoff
Milei says that climate change is a “socialist lie” and pledged to take a “chainsaw” to social programs.
Colorado Judge Labels Trump’s Actions as Insurrection
Colorado judge rules Trump engaged in insurrection, but a technicality permits his 2024 presidential ballot eligibility.
The Story Behind the Abortion Win in Ohio Offers Important Insights for 2024
The abortion rights victory in Ohio this month resulted from years of thoughtful organizing and relationship building.
House Democrat Says Family Ties to Holocaust Led Her to Demand Gaza Ceasefire
Rep. Becca Balint is one of 33 members of Congress who have now called for a ceasefire.
Trump’s Election Interference Trial May Stretch Past Election, Legal Experts Say
Additional guilty pleas and investigations into leaks or witness intimidation are likely to push the case into 2025.
Gallego Is Ahead of Lake, Sinema in New Poll on Arizona Senate Race
The seat is necessary for Democrats to retain control of the U.S. Senate beyond 2024.