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Trump Discussed Nuking North Korea and Blaming Other Countries, Book Alleges
Trump “cavalierly discussed the idea of using a nuclear weapon against North Korea,” the book says.
Omar Says McCarthy Is Barring Her From Committees Because of Islamophobia
“I do not actually think that he has a reason outside of me being Muslim,” Omar said.
Judge: Trump’s “Stand Back and Stand By” Order Can Be Used in Proud Boys Trial
Trump made the comment during a presidential debate against now-President Joe Biden in the fall of 2020.
Trump Campaign Officials Hit With New January 6 Subpoenas
The investigation is increasingly focused on fundraising efforts and potential efforts to influence witness testimony.
Building New Worlds in an Era of Collapse
“There are other ways of organizing life, land and resources,” says Robyn Maynard.
Barbara Lee, Katie Porter Will Run Competing Senate Bids in California
The news of Lee’s decision comes a day after Rep. Katie Porter announced her bid for the coveted seat.
GOP Votes to Form Committee to Investigate Officials Who Have Investigated Trump
Democrats warn the committee could allow Republicans to evade accountability for inciting crimes and violence.
“A Total Fraud”: Democrats File an Ethics Complaint Against George Santos
They urge the House Ethics Committee to investigate the Santos campaign’s questionable financial practices.
Republicans Vote to Revoke IRS Funding, Which Would Raise Deficit by $114B
The White House slammed the bill, saying the GOP has made it clear its top priority is to protect rich tax cheats.
Biden Kept Classified Documents at Think Tank Office in DC
Less than a dozen classified documents were reportedly found in an office that Biden rarely used.