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Trump’s Hospitalization Hasn’t Diminished the Threat of Election Theft
Trump and his backers have made clear their intent to denigrate and then defy the popular will.
Trump Is Deploying a Propaganda Campaign to Pretend He Has “Defeated” COVID
Mixing the worst totalitarian traditions with uniquely American narcissism, the Trump regime tries to deny reality.
Public Outrage Spreads Over Trump’s Unnecessary and Risky “Joy Ride”
As doctors lament Trump's recent carelessness, polls show Americans don't view him as a responsible leader on COVID.
Reports Emerge Showing Trump “Knowingly Exposed” Those Around Him to COVID
An emerging timeline suggests Trump likely exposed others or chose not to quarantine after exposure to COVID-19.
Trump Needs Accomplices at Every Level of Government to Pull Off a Coup
Are we doomed to suffer a coup d'Ă©tat no matter the outcome of the election?
Trump Megadonors and Business Execs Are Bankrolling QAnon-Friendly Candidates
House Freedom Caucus members, gun rights organizations and prominent GOP donors are donating to extremist candidates.
Calls Grow for Full Transparency on Trump’s Status Following Hospitalization
Public watchdogs are arguing for an independent medical evaluation due to the Trump administration's record of deceit.
Here Are 6 Ways Trump’s COVID Diagnosis Will Change the Campaign
With 32 days left until the November 3 Election Day deadline, Trump's diagnosis creates new, uncharted possibilities.
Will COVID Knock Out Trump’s Campaign?
After a point, even a man with his devil’s luck is going to draw the wrong card.
Young Progressives Running for Office Pledge to “Stop Police Killings”
The Black Lives Matter movement has profoundly impacted candidates’ platforms in down-ballot races.