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Iran Nuclear Talks Falter as Biden Administration Squanders Window for Diplomacy
Many worry that tensions between Iran and the U.S. could turn into military escalation fueled by pressure from Israel.
Federal Judge Rules Against Trump, Gives Congress Access to His Taxes
For half a decade, Trump has stonewalled attempts to unearth his taxes. Now they soon may see the light of day.
Congress Raises Debt Ceiling After Months of Republican Obstruction
Congress raised the ceiling just before the country was set to default on its loans, which would cause economic turmoil.
House Formally Votes to Charge Mark Meadows With Contempt of Congress
The measure now goes to the Department of Justice, which will make the final determination on whether to indict Meadows.
Liz Cheney Suggests Trump Could Be Charged With Impeding Congress Over Jan. 6
Trump's actions — or inaction — during the breach of the Capitol could result in him eventually facing federal charges.
Biden’s “Democracy Summit” Prioritized US Hegemony Over Democratic Ideals
None of the summit attendees acknowledged the role unchecked capitalism plays in the rise of authoritarianism globally.
White House Says Restarting Student Loans Is “High Priority,” Sparking Outrage
The Biden administration said that it will allow student loan payments to restart in February.
The Right Is Now Weaponizing Recall Elections at Every Level of Government
Normalizing recalls of elected officials makes good governance all but impossible.
Jan. 6 Committee Issues Contempt Charges for Former Trump Aide Mark Meadows
Meadows is the third Trump official to face contempt of Congress charges from the January 6 select committee.
Investigation Finds at Least 48 Members of Congress Have Violated STOCK Act
In some especially egregious violations, lawmakers failed to disclose trades that were potentially worth millions.