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Bernie Sanders’s 2020 Presidential Bid Announcement Is Imminent
Insiders say the most popular senator in the United States is gearing up to announce another go at the White House.
Trump Folds on Shutdown After Yet Another Historically Bad Week
The walls aren't closing in on Donald Trump; they're sprinting at him like track stars.
After 35 Days Trump Agrees to End Shutdown by Signing Deal Made Before Christmas
The deal contains no funding for a border wall and keeps the government open through February 15.
The US’s “Economic Blockade” Paved the Way for Venezuela Coup Attempt
The coup attempt comes as Venezuela faces a staggering economic crisis due to broad US sanctions.
Michelle Alexander Is Right About Israel-Palestine
For making legitimate criticisms of Israeli apartheid, I am often called a “self-hating Jew.”
Revolving Door Brings Trump-Tied Lobbying Firm Even Closer to the White House
A top Trump fundraiser and transition team member has now become the leading lobbyist of the administration.
FBI Agents Arrest Longtime Trump Confidant Roger Stone
The charges against Stone include witness tampering and obstruction of justice.
Organization of American States Shouldn’t Be Run by Regime Change Enthusiasts
The Western Hemisphere’s chief regional organization has been hobbled by pro-Trump leadership.
Venezuela’s Maduro Faces Major Test After US-Backed Coup Attempt
The latest failed coup in Venezuela is part of a series of efforts by successive US administrations.
The US Is Violating International Law in Venezuela
Alfred de Zayas, a former UN representative to Venezuela, says the US is staging an illegal coup in the country.