Truthout
2024 Election
Trump’s Appointments Reflect a More Openly Hawkish Face of US Empire
In appointing Marco Rubio, Mike Waltz and Pete Hegseth to his administration, Trump emboldens volatile warmongers.
Trump Isn’t Hiding Plan to Use Military to Quash Protests and Deport Immigrants
“The next time, I’m not waiting” before committing troops to suppress protests, Trump said at a rally in 2023.
Our Best Option for Defending Ourselves From Trump’s Second Term Is Each Other
Policy solutions, tech fixes or billionaires won't save us. We must commit to the work of mutual aid and direct action.
School Vouchers Proved Unpopular on the Ballot, But Threat Remains Under Trump
Billionaires poured millions into school privatization measures that failed to pass this November.
These 5 States Passed Crucial Environmental Ballot Initiatives
Across the country, voters approved spending billions of dollars on climate resilience and conservation.
LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Hotline Saw 700 Percent Spike in Calls After Election Day
LGBTQ+ youth are afraid, confused and anxious about the outcome of the election, The Trevor Project said.
In Multiple States, Voters Firmly Rejected School Voucher Programs
This election, popular sentiment against vouchers largely defeated special interest groups and powerful governors.
With the US Election Over, Israel’s Genocide Continues With No End in Sight
Donald Trump has given every indication that Israel’s atrocities will continue unchecked in his second term.
Voters Approved Several Ballot Measures Expanding Funding for Kids and Families
A number of states took steps to address child care shortages and ongoing child behavioral and mental health concerns.
Despite Red Wave, Election Brought Some Victories for Economic Equality
Illinois and Washington both saw victories for progressive tax policy, and three red states passed paid sick leave.