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Trump Threatens to Unleash Paramilitary Violence in the US
Trump recently hinted that he could use the police, military and biker gangs as armed proxies against his enemies.
Florida Lawmakers Attempt to Weaken Voter Rights Restoration
The bill undermines the recently restored voting rights of over 1 million residents with past felony convictions.
Trump Is Livid Because He Can’t Fire All the Investigators
If Trump tries to fire everyone before the hammer comes down, it will be wild times in the nation’s capital.
Let’s Impeach Trump If He Continues the Yemen War
Impeachment proceedings would tie the administration's hands immediately on continuing support for the war.
Trump and Bolsonaro Join Forces to Back Regime Change in Venezuela
Both Trump and Bolsonaro criticized what they called the “fake news” at their White House meeting on Tuesday.
Time for the Electoral College to Die
The National Popular Vote Interstate Compact would disband the Electoral College without amending the Constitution.
Spotlight on Trump’s Ties to Boeing Amid Probes of 737 MAX 8 Jets
The Trump administration’s close ties to Boeing are facing new scrutiny in the wake of deadly plane crashes.
Beto O’Rourke Raises $6.1 Million in First 24 Hours of His Campaign
It's the largest initial fundraising haul for any Democratic contender who has disclosed figures to date.
Elizabeth Warren Says, “Get Rid of the Electoral College”
The Massachusetts senator's call for bold voting rights reform is part of her broader policy agenda.
Republicans Who Voted Against Trump Are Not “Heroes”
Who will stop Trump? Not the Republicans.