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As Trump Indictments Mount, His Rivals Finally Go on the Offensive
Once embarked down this road, there’s no turning back for Trump’s rivals, given his penchant for vengeance politics.
Argentina’s Presidential Primary Winner Has Vowed to “Chainsaw” Public Spending
Javier Milei, an admirer of Donald Trump, wants to abolish the central bank and calls climate change a “socialist lie.”
A Security Pact With Saudi Arabia Would Be a Disaster
The U.S. needs to be reducing its military footprint in the Middle East and disentangling itself from liabilities.
Lawmakers Call on Clarence Thomas to Resign — or Be Impeached
A bombshell article has revealed that Thomas has received dozens of vacations from a network of billionaire friends.
Smith Cites Trump Lawyer’s Own Words to Justify Jan. 2, 2024, Trial Date
Trump's lawyer laid out defenses for his client on national TV, demonstrating readiness for a trial, Smith claims.
New Report Reveals Link Between Judge Aileen Cannon and Leonard Leo
Cannon was once reimbursed for a trip to Montana to attend a conference held by a school with deep conservative ties.
Conservative Legal Scholars: Trump Is Barred From Office for His Role in Jan. 6
A new paper echoes a case long made by progressive experts and watchdogs.
Trump Won’t Pledge to Support Eventual GOP Nominee If It’s Not Him
Trump's refusal to sign the pledge puts the Republican National Committee in a difficult position.
Oregon Republicans Who Skipped Town to Block Votes Will Be Barred From Office
The Oregon secretary of state announced her intention to enforce a measure passed by voters last fall.
10 States Purged Over 19 Million Voters Between 2020 and 2022 Electoral Cycles
This amounts to 8.5 percent of the registered U.S. electorate being prevented from exercising their right to vote.