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Memo: Trump Co-Conspirator Believed Fake Electors Plot Would Probably Be Illegal
The memo lays out a step-by-step process for the fake electors plot to delay the certification of Biden's 2020 win.
Matt Gaetz Has a Plan for Blocking Jack Smith’s Indictments of Trump
Gaetz believes a select committee should be established to grant Trump immunity from prosecution for his crimes.
DeSantis Demotes Campaign Manager in Latest Shakeup of Fledgling POTUS Run
The Florida governor trails Donald Trump in the polls for the GOP nomination by double-digit figures.
Trump-Appointed Judge Orders Airline Lawyers to Take “Religious Liberty” Course
A Texas judge ordered Southwest Airlines lawyers to take a “training” by ADF, a notorious far right Christian group.
Security Is Increased for Judge Overseeing Trump’s January 6 Case
Trump has expressed doubts over the judge overseeing his case, but has provided zero evidence to back his claims.
Donald Trump’s Trials Should Not Be Televised
Trump is no mere apprentice when it comes to manipulating the media in his favor.
Analysis Shows Republicans Have Ramped Up Efforts to Curtail Ballot Initiatives
GOP lawmakers “have become increasingly hostile to the ballot measure process,” the Democracy Docket analysis noted.
Ohio Ballot Measure Results May Determine Fate of State’s Abortion Rights
Tuesday's vote will determine how many votes will be needed in November to codify abortion rights in the state.
Republican on Elections Commission Faces Removal for Rejecting Trump’s Lies
Margaret Rose Bostelmann has faced the wrath of the Wisconsin GOP for defending the integrity of the 2020 election.
Voters Don’t Have a Voice in Governance. Citizen Assemblies Could Be the Answer.
What will it take for U.S. politicians to provide outlets for a consequential voice to citizens between elections?