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Warren Introduces Bill Banning Members of Congress From Owning or Trading Stock
The bill comes as Georgia Sens. David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler face scrutiny over suspiciously well-timed trades.
Ban on Digital Ads Lifts for Georgia Runoffs, Opening “Dark Money” Floodgates
In the first three days since Google’s ban ended, one Republican-aligned group spent at least $22,500 on digital ads.
Loeffler Won’t Say If She Backs Challenge to Electoral College Certification
The plan to challenge the results of the Electoral College has zero chance of being successful.
Ilhan Omar Says Congress Is “Not Embarrassed Enough” for Failing on COVID Relief
Researchers estimate that nearly 8 million people in the U.S. have been pushed into poverty since the summer.
Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Neighbors Are Trying to Block His Return
When Trump returns to Mar-a-Lago, he may be turned away by neighbors citing rules against using clubs as a residence.
Nina Turner Pledges “No Honeymoon” for Biden as She Launches Bid for Congress
If elected, she will join the growing progressive wing of the Democratic Party in Congress.
Months After AOC Demand and Federal Suit, USPS Releases Redacted DeJoy Calendar
DeJoy has wasted no time resuming sweeping operational changes that dramatically slowed mail delivery nationwide.
Georgia’s Senate Runoffs Set New Record for In-Person Voting on First Day
Turnout will play a decisive role in the two runoff elections, as polling for both contests show incredibly tight races.
Don’t Fawn Over Biden. Fight Neoliberalism.
“Under Biden, we are expected to surrender our political will out of sheer gratitude," says Truthout's Kelly Hayes.
McConnell Acknowledges Biden’s Win, Tells GOP Senators Not to Contest It
McConnell's recognition of Biden's election victory comes several weeks after media outlets declared him the winner.