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Biden Formally Rejects Trump’s Executive Privilege Objections to Jan 6 Committee
Trump can still sue to block the commission from obtaining his documents, but legal experts say such a suit would fail.
Trump’s Coup Nearly Succeeded. He May Try Again in 2024.
Trump’s continued grip on the GOP makes investigations into the January 6 attack vital to safeguarding democracy.
Sinema Takes Off to Europe for Fundraising While Obstructing Democratic Agenda
Sinema's fundraising jaunt is surrounded by the same lack of transparency as her objections to the reconciliation bill.
Trump Says His Base Won’t Vote in 2022, 2024 Unless Bogus Audits Continue
Some Republicans worry Trump's comments on election fraud may suppress the vote in next year's midterms.
From Burnout to Breakthroughs, Weary Organizers Can Come Back Stronger
How can we build our way back from pandemic exhaustion?
McConnell Knows Debt Ceiling Must Rise, But He Wants Democrats to Pay for It
The minority leader is using the Democrats’ majority to render them ever-more vulnerable in the coming elections.
Cheney Says Trump Aides That Ignore Subpoena Orders Could Face Criminal Charges
At least two former Trump aides appear to be cooperating with the January 6 commission's investigation.
Progressive Dems Offer Simple, Brilliant Path Forward for Build Back Better Act
Despite the panicked noises coming from the press, a breakthrough on the Build Back Better Act appears to be at hand.
Manchin and Sinema Obstruct Reconciliation With No Proposal of Their Own
Sinema opposes the massively popular drug price reform program, while Manchin opposes climate regulations.
2 Airlines Plan to Defy Greg Abbott’s Ban on Vaccine Mandates in Texas
Southwest Airlines and American Airlines are anticipating a federal rule on vaccines will supersede Abbott's ban.