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“I Think That Protest Is a Healthy Part of Any Democracy,” Says Mamdani
The mayor-elect discusses the New York City Housing Authority, a possible Department of Community Safety, and more.
Zohran Mamdani Wins Decisive Victory in NYC, Triumphing Over Billionaire Onslaught
Mamdani's win is a historic victory for the left over a powerful, moneyed coalition of forces that aimed to defeat him.
DOT Secretary Duffy Threatens to Close Airspace Amid Ongoing Shutdown Standoff
“You may see us close certain parts of the airspace” if the shutdown continues into next week, Duffy warned.
From the Coasts to Rust Belt, Progressive Candidates Take On Dem Establishment
“What is being pushed by the corporate wing of the party is increasingly unattractive to voters,” said an organizer.
Trump Demands Filibuster’s End, Claiming It Will Help GOP Win Midterms
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has indicated that GOP leadership doesn’t have the votes needed to abolish the rule.
War Criminal Dick Cheney Dead at 84, With Blood of Millions on His Hands
Cheney’s legacy more than outlives him; he reshaped the very structures of war and authoritarianism at home and abroad.
How Biden’s Justice Department Failed to Investigate Trump’s First Term Crimes
Two journalists trace how excess caution led the DOJ to refuse to prosecute Trump allies' 2020 election interference.
Trump Appears Ready to Defy Court Order, Withhold SNAP Funds Until Dems Budge
“There is no excuse that justifies” not utilizing “every resource available” to fund SNAP, one critic said.
Trump Says ICE Hasn’t “Gone Far Enough” in Its Violent Enforcement Methods
A majority of Americans in a new poll think ICE has been “too tough” in trying to enforce Trump's immigration policies.
Mamdani’s Mayoral Campaign Mobilizes New York City’s South Asian Working Class
If Mamdani wins, progressive groups could find themselves collaborating with the administration to govern the city.