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SCOTUS Ruling on Voting Rights Act Puts a Third of Black Caucus Seats at Risk
Rep. James Clyburn of South Carolina is among the lawmakers at risk of losing their seats because of mid-census redraws.
The FBI Has Established a “Payback Squad” to Target Trump Foes — Report
The so-called “payback squad” is composed of agents who are deeply loyal to the president.
Tennessee’s War on Black Political Power Demands Not Just Outrage But Resistance
The struggle isn’t just about surviving the next election -- we must secure civil rights for the next generation.
Xi Warns Support for Taiwan Could Lead to Conflict Between China and US
Congress has approved a new $14 billion arms package for Taiwan, but Trump has not yet moved it forward.
Officials Decry Retribution as Vance Defers $1.3B in Medicaid Payments to CA
Vance’s task force meant to root out alleged fraud has so far only focused on states that did not vote for Trump.
Critics Warn of “Grift” in Potential DOJ Settlement of Trump’s $10B IRS Lawsuit
“It's the latest Trump-corrupt scheme to take money out of your pockets and put it into his,” said Sen. Adam Schiff.
Trump Counterterrorism Strategy Expands Administration’s War on Progressives
The administration is increasingly attempting to scare activists into silence, but progressives are preparing instead.
Trump Arrives in China With Entourage of Tech CEOs
Trump is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week to discuss trade and China’s support for Iran.
Trump’s FDA Chief Is Pushed Out. Acting Head Is Nonscientist Friend of Don Jr.
Mass layoffs and the loss of scientific expertise had already thrown the Food and Drug Administration in turmoil.
A New House Resolution Would Dismantle DHS and Defund Trump’s War Machine
Congress needs a new human rights mandate after deadly abuses by the Trump administration, progressives say.