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We Need a Jan. 6 Truth Commission — But Nothing Can Redeem the GOP
We must not forget the damage wrought on January 6, nor the underlying forces that perpetrated it.
White House Officially Endorses “Long Overdue” DC Statehood
The Office of Management and Budget has sent a statement to Congress to officially record the White House’s stance.
DeSantis Signs Bill Ending Vehicle Driver Liability For Hitting Protesters
The law, billed as an “anti-riot” measure by proponents, violates many First Amendment protections, critics say.
Sanders and Bowman Push Biden to Bolster SSI for People With Disabilities
Supplemental Security Income is a lifeline for around 8 million elderly Americans and people with disabilities.
100 Days After Capitol Attack, Pelosi Renews Call for “9/11-Style” Commission
Republicans have so far refused to budge on forming a commission, citing partisan concerns regarding its makeup.
AOC, Sanders Are Reintroducing Their Green New Deal for Public Housing Bill
The progressives’ bill calls for investing over $100 billion in public housing over the next decade.
Progressives Fume as Democrats Eye Smaller Corporate Tax Hike
Senate Democrats hope to mollify centrists to move Biden's infrastructure plan forward amid unified GOP opposition.
Poll Shows Support for Supreme Court Tenure Limits, Split Over Adding Justices
Just 22 percent of respondents in the poll felt there shouldn't be any limits on tenure for justices of the Court.
Oklahoma Lawmakers Pass Bill Granting Immunity to Motorists Who Kill Protesters
Republican lawmakers across the country have renewed their push to crack down on protesters.
DOJ Sues Trump Ally Roger Stone for Nearly $2 Million in Unpaid Taxes
The Department of Justice alleged the longtime GOP operative owes millions in unpaid federal income tax.