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Republicans Block Democrats’ Pro Forma Session Effort to End Trump’s War in Iran
“The threats of total annihilation” by Trump against Iran “were beyond the pale,” Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland said.
Democrats Are Facing New Political Litmus Test: Military Aid to Israel
A new Pew poll shows that 60 percent of US adults have an unfavorable view of Israel, up from 53 percent last year.
Schumer Takes No Action as Even Far Right Calls for Trump Impeachment
As others called for impeachment and removal, Schumer and other Democratic leaders did not commit to any action.
Top House Dems Delay Iran War Powers Vote as Trump Threatens Ground Invasion
Party leaders face backlash for dragging their feet despite possibly having enough votes to pass a resolution.
Republicans and Democrats Are United in Their War on the Unhoused
Theo Henderson, creator of the “We the Unhoused” podcast, discusses organizing against demonization of unhoused people.
Democrats Face Mounting Pressure to Oppose Any New Funds for War on Iran
The Trump administration is reportedly crafting a $50 billion supplemental funding request aimed at financing its war.
Dem Leaders Offer Weak Response to Trump as Illegal Iran Assault Quickly Expands
Trump has vowed to continue bombing Iran despite the deaths of Ayatollah Khamenei as well as 3 US service members.
Schumer Subtly Pivots, Saying ICE Can Wear Masks in “Unusual” Circumstances
The Democratic leaders’ supposed demands for reform were already previously condemned as weak and ineffective.
House Passes Bill to End Partial Government Shutdown, Sends Measure to Trump
The package provides two more weeks of DHS funding, setting up an immigration enforcement debate.
149 House Democrats Join 192 Republicans to Pass Sweeping Military Spending Bill
Progressive critics say the vote exposes the fecklessness and hypocrisy of what claims to be an opposition party.