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DOJ Subpoenaed Docs Back in June, Prior to Mar-a-Lago Raid on Monday
Some have suggested that the raid on Monday demonstrates Trump hid docs that were supposed to be handed over months ago.
Biden Met With Historians Last Week to Discuss Anti-Democracy Trends
The two-hour meeting included a number of academics who focus on the topics of democracy and autocracy.
Those of Us in Our 70s Have a Unique Perspective on Humanity’s Decline
Beyond the decline of U.S. imperial power, we're seeing life fall around us. How can we make sense of it?
5 Years After Charlottesville, We Can See Its Legacy in January 6 Violence
Both events were the major public actions of the moderate and extreme sides of an alliance formed around Trump.
Report: Mar-a-Lago Search Prompted by Informer Who Told DOJ Trump Had Docs
An informant reportedly knew where Trump was keeping classified documents that he improperly took from the White House.
Trump Invokes Fifth Amendment in Deposition for New York Civil Investigation
Some are speculating Trump's real motivations in pleading the Fifth are related to other criminal inquiries he's facing.
Poll: A Majority of Americans Want to Abolish the Electoral College
Support for switching to a popular vote model is the highest it’s been since 2000, a Pew Research poll found.
Don’t Ignore the Threat of Right-Wing Violence in Wake of Mar-a-Lago Search
This remains a moment for peak vigilance. Far right groups -- encouraged by Trump -- are still alive and kicking.
Mandela Barnes Wins Wisconsin Primary: “Let’s Send Ron Johnson Packing”
Barnes, a supporter of Medicare for All, was backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders and other progressives.
Ilhan Omar Fends Off Primary Challenger Who Was Boosted by Right-Wing PAC Money
“Omar has faced some of the ugliest attacks of any elected official,” Sen. Bernie Sanders said.