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Liberal Judge Wins WI Supreme Court Race — But GOP Gains Impeachment Powers
The liberal judge won the race by double-digits against an anti-abortion Trump loyalist.
Trump Has Broken Many More Laws Than He’s Currently Being Charged With
Though “all presidents violate laws,” Trump has “taken it to a new and diverse height,” says Ralph Nader.
Trump Pushes Conspiracy Theories, Attacks Manhattan DA in Post-Indictment Speech
Trump ended his campaign-style speech about his indictment by vowing to “make America great again” in 2024.
“Corporations Are Not People”: Jayapal Files Bill to Reverse “Citizens United”
The proposal specifies that corporations do not have the same constitutional rights as individuals.
Trump Becomes First Ex-President to Be Indicted in US History
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg charged Trump with committing 34 felonies related to hush money payments.
Tennessee GOP Plans to Expel Democrats Over Peaceful Gun Reform Protests
GOP state House Speaker Cameron Sexton said the peaceful protests were “maybe worse” than the U.S. Capitol attack.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Has Major Ramifications for 2024 Election
The outcome of the race could determine the future of voting laws and redistricting, says reporter Ari Berman.
DeSantis Signs Permitless Carry Gun Bill Into Law During Nonpublic Ceremony
More than 230 Floridians have died due to gun violence since the start of the year.
Trump Campaign Uses Antisemitic Conspiracy Theories to Fundraise Off Indictment
In emails to supporters, Trump’s campaign claims to have raised more than $4 million within 24 hours of his indictment.
Minnesota GOP Lawmaker Decries Popular Vote, Says Democracy “Not a Good Thing”
A spending bill in the Minnesota legislature would enjoin the state to the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact.