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House Republicans Are Pushing to Make the US Tax Code Further Serve the Rich
Several dozen hard-right lawmakers want to replace the country’s progressive tax code with a sales tax of 30 percent.
Some States Eye New Protections for Election Workers Ahead of 2024
An estimated 19 states introduced bills last year to protect election officials, with six successfully passing new laws.
Top George Santos Donors “Don’t Seem to Exist,” According to Investigation
The DOJ reportedly asked the FEC not to take action against Santos while prosecutors conduct a criminal probe.
Lone Democrat Jared Golden Joins House GOP in Passing Massive Big Oil Handout
Climate groups said the legislation “could lock in at least a century of oil drilling.”
Sinema’s Democratic Challenger Ruben Gallego Opposes Cutting Pentagon Spending
Rep. Gallego, a member of the Progressive Caucus, took donations from weapons manufacturers and Israel lobbying groups.
Billionaire’s Lawsuit Against O’Rourke May Stifle Criticism of Money in Politics
The lawsuit shows the oligarchic desire to wield political influence without being subject to public accountability.
Arizona Republicans Exempt Themselves From Open Records Rules
The new standard “benefits lawmakers who want to hide the truth,” one open government advocate said.
Omar, Schiff and Swalwell Blast McCarthy for Stripping Them From Committees
In an op-ed, the lawmakers wrote that McCarthy’s move is nothing more than a “partisan political stunt.”
Greene Eyes Trump 2024 Ticket After Securing Spots on Key Committees
Greene landed coveted seats on three House committees poised to become echo chambers of the right-wing media.
House GOP’s Natural Resources Chair Has a New Chief of Staff: An Oil Lobbyist
A former fossil fuel lobbyist could have huge sway over the House’s energy policy priorities.