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Right-Wing Groups Are Turning Election Denialism Into an Organized Force
The effort is an extraordinary investment in bolstering the false narrative of widespread voter fraud.
GOP Officials in at Least 3 States Have Refused to Certify Primary Results
The officials in New Mexico, Nevada and Pennsylvania have echoed Trump's lies about voter fraud on the campaign trail.
Warnock, Abrams in Close Races With Republicans in Georgia Races
Democrat Stacey Abrams is losing to GOP Gov. Brian Kemp — but his 3-point lead is within the poll's margin of error.
Climate Deal Is Making McConnell Gag on His Own Tactics — But It’s Not Done Yet
The climate bill — which, while imperfect, is profoundly encouraging — could still be derailed by Sinema or COVID.
Alito Gloats and Taunts Critics of His Anti-Abortion Ruling
Alito alleged that “religious liberty is under attack” after several Supreme Court wins for the Christian right.
ALEC Focuses on “Woke Capitalism,” Bodily Autonomy and More at Annual Meeting
The reception followed training for ALEC leaders on prospects for enacting total abortion bans state by state.
Trump Claims “Absolute Immunity” Protects Him Against Jan. 6 Civil Lawsuits
Trump's lawyers claim that his incendiary rhetoric on the day of the Capitol attack was “ordinary presidential action.”
The Justice Department Obtains a Warrant to Search John Eastman’s Phone
Eastman crafted the six-point memo on how to carry out the “fake electors” scheme to keep Trump president.
Clarence Thomas Bows Out of Teaching at GWU After Students Demand His Dismissal
A petition with more than 11,000 signatures demanded that Thomas not be allowed to teach this coming term.
GOP Opposition to Drug Pricing Bill Shows Scope of Big Pharma’s Grip on Congress
Republicans are opposing legislation that would lower drug costs for millions.