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Trump’s Election Lies Unleashed Racist Death Threats Against Poll Workers
In yesterday's hearings, two former Georgia election workers described the terrifying harassment they endured.
70 Percent of Voters Want to Ban Congress From Trading Stocks
The poll echoes findings from multiple polls over the past year that have found wide support for a ban.
Democrats Are Recklessly Promoting Far Right GOP Candidates in Midterm Ploy
Democratic groups are boosting far right contenders in an effort to secure more favorable general election matchups.
Trumpist Election Denier Could Beat Democrat in Nevada Race If Turnout Is Low
The race between Adam Laxalt and Catherine Cortez Masto could determine which party controls the Senate next year.
Far Right Senate Candidate Asks Missourians to “Hunt” Members of His Own Party
The GOP Senate candidate decried criticism of the ad, arguing that no one would take his violent imagery literally.
Watergate Prosecutor Says Trump Has “Zero Defense” in Georgia Inquiry
The investigation in Georgia could “send Trump to prison,” former federal prosecutor Nick Akerman said.
Colombia’s First Leftist President Will Face Hurdle of Conservative Congress
The new administration will encounter challenges in passing legislation, as leftists lack a congressional majority.
Trump Claims His Mob That Attacked Capitol Was “Well Behaved”
The former president also refused to acknowledge any responsibility for the violence that happened on January 6, 2021.
Global Applause as Leftist Gustavo Petro Wins Colombian Presidency
Colombia's president-elect has pledged to democratize land ownership, combat poverty and end the nation's war on drugs.
Trump Allies Paid Millions to Jan. 6 Rally Organizers Since 2020
Since 2020, Trump’s campaign has paid over $12.6 million to organizers of the rally that preceded the Capitol attack.