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Caving to Trump, 2 Republicans Change Their Votes on Iran War Powers Resolution
Tim Kaine, the lead sponsor of the blocked resolution, said the vote was held to “appease [Trump’s] temper tantrum.”
GOP Farm Bill Puts Food Assistance at Even Greater Risk Amid Growing Crisis
Nearly 30 percent of US state governments believe they may be forced to narrow SNAP eligibility to cope with new costs.
Warren: Trump Delay on Housing Bill Shows “Complete Indifference” to Americans
The president said he wouldn't sign the bill until his restrictive voting legislation is passed.
Mamdani Allies Defeat Establishment Democrats in NYC Congressional Primaries
“It's not just a question of electing more Democrats. It's a question of electing better Democrats,” Mamdani said.
Labor Can’t Be Treated as a Mere Voting Bloc — It Has Power to Reshape Society
It is necessary to put the capital-labor relation back at the center of left politics, says Costas Lapavitsas.
Trump Threatens ABC News Over Coverage of Costly Reflecting Pool Project
President Donald Trump has made numerous unfounded claims that vandals are to blame for the pool's current algae growth.
Former CoreCivic CEO Damon Hininger Eyes US Senate Seat in Tennessee
Hininger had touted on earnings calls that Trump’s immigration crackdown was financially beneficial to CoreCivic.
Keir Starmer Resigns, Leaving Legacy of Persecuting Palestine Activists
“It’s hard to remember the last time that a government lost so much support and respect so quickly,” said one activist.
Far Right Millionaire Backed by Trump Claims Presidential Victory in Colombia
Initial results show Abelardo de la Espriella, who has pledged to “disembowel the left,” winning by a razor-thin margin.
Keir Starmer Expected to Announce His Resignation as UK Prime Minister
But many on the left are skeptical that his likely replacement, Andy Burnham, will truly bring the change he promises.