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GOP Donor Funding Thomas Also Funded Conservative Democrats’ 2021 Revolt
Crow maxed out giving to nearly every member of the House group, the Unbreakable Nine, that killed Democrats’ 2021 bill.
Republicans File to Repeal a Tax That Only Affects the Richest 0.1 Percent
Republicans are seeking to close the loop on tax avoidance for the ultra-wealthy.
Musk Calls New York Times “Propaganda” as He Removes Its Twitter Verification
The debacle over verification is a show of Musk’s right-wing politics and opposition to journalism and the free press.
Men Dominate the Corporate World, But Replacing Them With Women Isn’t the Answer
Women CEOs are becoming slightly less rare, but more women billionaires won't lead to greater equity for all.
Dark Money-Fueled WI Supreme Court Candidate’s Anti-Abortion Views Span Decades
The billionaire-backed State Supreme Court candidate Daniel Kelly once wrote that “God’s law” applies in court.
GOP Is Seeking Rich, Self-Funding Candidates as Party Is Outraised by Democrats
Both major parties have run self-funded candidates in the past, but the GOP is ramping up the practice.
Warren, Sanders Call for End to Rules Letting Billionaire Dynasties Dodge Taxes
The lawmakers are calling for scrutiny of some of the most popular forms of tax evasion by the richest Americans.
Alex Jones Is Allegedly Giving Away Millions to Avoid $1.4B Sandy Hook Payout
The far right conspiracist is reportedly transferring millions and buying luxuries to hide his wealth.
Starbucks CEO Caves, Agrees to Testify in Senate After Sanders Subpoena Threat
Schultz was slated to be subpoenaed by a Senate committee led by Sanders this week.
We Already Know Who’s Winning Super Bowl LVII — the Billionaire Class
The players are preparing to face off, but billionaire NFL owners are all on the same team.