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Department of Justice Moves to Defend Trump in Rape Accuser’s Defamation Suit
Many experts are criticizing the move as an inappropriate use of federal resources for Trump's personal legal matters.
Trump Campaign Appears to Be Hiding Large-Dollar Payments to Top Staff
The campaign has not reported payroll payments to several top officials, including its new campaign manager.
Trump Claims Democratic States Have Shut Down Economies to Harm His Reelection
History shows the opposite is true — that Trump may have tried to reopen economies too early in order to help himself.
Trump’s “Law and Order” Rhetoric Is a Rallying Cry for State Violence
Trump is establishing the conditions for a fascist state rooted in white supremacy.
House to Investigate DeJoy for Perjury Over Illegal GOP Fundraising Scheme
House Oversight Chair Rep. Carolyn Maloney said the postmaster general faces “criminal exposure” for lying under oath.
Sanders Condemns Trump Effort to Rush COVID Vaccine Before Election
The senator's remarks came hours after Trump suggested a vaccine could be put to market “before a very special day.”
Absent Appeals to the Left, Biden Faces Challenge to Win Over Latinx Voters
During the Democratic primary, Latinxs overwhelmingly supported Sen. Bernie Sanders. Will they turn out for Biden?
American Political Cynicism Could Benefit Trump in November
If voters believe that democracy works only for the corrupt elites, leaders can more easily subvert democratic norms.
Trump Breaks With US History of Global Cooperation in Eradicating Diseases
Shunning the international community in vaccine development and distribution is emblematic of Trump’s America.
Trump’s “Law and Order” Is Feeding Racist Violence and Chaos
Trump's cult of personality within the GOP has moved the U.S. steadily into authoritarianism during his term.