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Mamdani Says Billionaires Shouldn’t Exist: “What We Need More of Is Equality”
Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has proposed raising taxes on corporations and the wealthy in New York City.
Sanders: GOP Budget Bill Is “Most Dangerous” Legislation in Modern US History
The bill would cut Medicaid by over $1 trillion and strip health insurance from nearly 12 million over the next decade.
Democrats Force Reading of GOP’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” After Key Senate Vote
Democrats are hoping to draw out the bill's passage while highlighting provisions expected to harm US families.
Supreme Court Paves Way for Trump Mission to End Birthright Citizenship
The Supreme Court effectively blocked the judiciary’s ability to stop Trump from implementing a huge range of policies.
Democratic Senator Gillibrand Goes on Islamophobic Rant Against Mamdani
The Democrat’s rant has sparked calls for her to resign over her bigoted language.
Zohran Mamdani’s Victory Shows the Progressive Promise of Ranked-Choice Voting
The New York City primary proved that ranked-choice voting can help build coalitions among parts of the left.
Several Polls Show Trump’s Approval Rating Is Underwater by Double Digits
Voters are opposed to numerous items on Trump’s agenda — from his use of the military to his "Big Beautiful Bill.”
Netanyahu Asks to Postpone His Criminal Trial After Trump Calls to Cancel It
Trump said this week that he wants Netanyahu’s trial “CANCELLED, IMMEDIATELY.”
Doctors Warn Medicaid Cuts in Senate Budget Bill Will Kill Their Patients
Protests against Medicaid cuts continued on June 25, which led to the arrests of 60 activists at the Senate.
Shipping Giant Maersk Cuts Ties to Israeli Settlements in Major BDS Victory
The Palestinian Youth Movement says the fight will continue until Maersk halts all business with the Israeli military.