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Allowing Muslim Ban to Go Into Effect, US Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Trump
Trump's anti-Muslim prejudice is no secret.
Eastern Europe Offers Glimpse of What Happens When Right-Wing Extremists Control Policy Apparatus
When it comes to the Trumpian version of "populism," Eastern Europe led the way.
The Constitution Gave Us a Tool for Taking Down a Dangerous President
Partisans' failure to impeach previous administrations sent a signal that lawlessness could continue unabated.
Native American Tribes Join to File Historic Lawsuit Against Trump’s Attack on Bears Ears National Monument
Five Native American tribes have joined to file what they are calling an historic lawsuit against Trump.
As Supreme Court Gives Green Light to Muslim Ban, Civil Rights Attorneys Vow to Fight Back
The Supreme Court handed a victory to Trump Monday, when it allowed his latest travel ban to go into effect.
After a Dizzying Weekend, the White House Is Rattled: What’s Next?
Trump seemingly admits to obstruction in the wake of Flynn's plea, then seizes on an FBI conspiracy theory.
Trump’s Scheme to Tie Up a Weakling Watchdog
The latest battle over a Trump administration appointment.
Outside Spending Targets Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Freedom Partners has spent around $1.7 million to defeat Baldwin.
Dean Baker | Tax Cuts Boost Growth, and Other Things They Tell Children
The Republicans have the power to push their tax bill through Congress.
Rep. Keith Ellison: GOP Tax Bill Would Reorder Society and Create “Hereditary Aristocracy” for Rich
Major corporations and the super rich would reap the most dramatic benefits.