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Joe Biden
US Votes Against UN Resolution Calling for Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release
Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently said officials are pursuing “every avenue we can” for a ceasefire deal.
Biden’s Announcement of Mass Clemency Leaves 40 People to Languish on Death Row
The outgoing president campaigned on ending the death penalty at the federal level.
34 Members of Congress Urge Biden to Pardon Environmental Lawyer Steven Donziger
The environmental lawyer long badgered by Chevron and allies said he is “grateful” for the lawmakers’ letter.
Organizers Demand Justice for Immigrants in Week of Action From California to DC
They are resisting anti-immigrant policies and urging the dismantling of the migrant detention and deportation regime.
White House Welcomes Gallant Despite ICC Warrant for Crimes Against Humanity
Gallant is no longer a member of Israel’s government and is listed as “at large” by the ICC.
US Probes Spain for Reportedly Blocking Port for Ships With Weapons for Israel
International legal experts have said that countries sending weapons to Israel may be violating international law.
Having Pardoned His Son, Biden Faces Pressure to Enact Mass Clemency
Advocates say Biden must repair harm caused by harsh anti-drug and crime laws he championed in the 1980s and '90s.
Amnesty International Finds Israel Is Committing Genocide in Bombshell Report
“Genocidal intent has been part and parcel of Israel’s conduct in Gaza since 7 October 2023,” the report says.
Blinken Says Lebanon Ceasefire “Holding” — as France Reports Israeli Violations
France, a collaborator in the deal, has reportedly recorded at least 52 Israeli violations of the ceasefire.
South Korean President Forced to Rescind Right-Wing Martial Law Declaration
The scandal-plagued far right leader declared a need to protect the country from “communist” and “anti-state” forces.