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Border Patrol Agents Appear Outside Newsom’s Event to Intimidate Trump Critics
Border Patrol was “directed, clearly by the White House, as a political operation to make a point,” Newsom said.
Footage Shows Trump’s Pick for Labor Statistics Head in January 6 Mob
The White House claimed the Heritage Foundation economist was just a “bystander” in town for a meeting.
Advocates Warn of Mass Arrests of DC’s Unhoused Residents
Advocates have lambasted the Trump administration’s plan as cruel and inhumane.
Texas Senate Passes Map After 2 Democrats Fail to Join House Member Walkout
The gerrymander would benefit the GOP and dilute Black and Brown voters' power. The House may now decide its fate.
Sanders Announces Legislation to Reverse Trump Cuts to Social Security
Sen. Bernie Sanders said Social Security must be expanded by making the wealthy pay their fair share of taxes.
Ex-Colombian President Tied to US-Backed Paramilitaries Given House Arrest
Uribe, a staunch US ally who ruled Colombia from 2002 to 2010, had been found guilty of witness tampering and bribery.
Trump Has Shielded 165 Companies From Federal Enforcement Actions Since January
Tech giants have been the chief beneficiaries of the administration's decision to drop lawsuits and investigations.
Federal Court Allows DOGE Access to Sensitive Data on Millions of Americans
A federal appeals court tossed out a lower court’s order temporarily barring DOGE’s access to people’s information.
As Trump Turns DC Into a Fascist Laboratory, We Must Mount Our Own Defenses
Facing militaristic consolidation in US cities, it is up to all of us to define the politics of opposition.
As Hindu Supremacists Seek Influence in US, Liberal Deference Paves the Way
An Indian national’s targeting of Mamdani in New York’s mayoral race marks a new phase for the US Hindutva movement.