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New Lawsuit Seeks to Oust Kushner From Envoy Position Amid Profit-Seeking
The lawsuit comes as Trump’s son-in-law faces scrutiny over conflicts of interest related to his diplomatic efforts.
Democrat Opens Probe Into Kushner’s Firm’s Stake in Israeli Military
Kushner’s role as a “special envoy” allows him to dodge financial reporting requirements, the Democrat pointed out.
Warren Introduces Bill to Ban Private Equity From Owning Medical Practices
More than 80 percent of doctors are employed by corporate entities — a massive increase from 62 percent seven years ago.
Our Health Care System Is Broken Beyond Repair. We Need Medicare for All.
Repealing Medicare cuts and restoring ACA subsidies are the first step. But ultimately, we need universal health care.
New Billionaire Jared Kushner Is Mired in Conflicts of Interest as “Peace Envoy”
Jared Kushner, like the rest of the Trump family, uses the White House for personal enrichment.
Private Equity Now Owns 1 in 8 Apartment Units, a 50 Percent Increase Since 2021
Private equity’s expansion into housing comes at the same time as Americans are increasingly struggling to afford rent.
Wall Street Is Pairing Up With the Army to Build Data Centers
The Army data center buildout comes as the Pentagon increases its use of AI in military operations.
New York Residents Are Fighting a Data Center Backed by a Billionaire Trump Ally
Residents in Western New York are opposing a data center backed by an Epstein-tied private equity firm.
Grassroots Organizers in Wisconsin Offer Blueprint for Beating Back Data Centers
Private equity firms are investing heavily in new AI data centers, but local communities are finding ways to fight back.
Who Gained the Most During Trump’s First Year? Billionaires and Corporations.
Big banks saw their stocks skyrocket by 29 percent during Trump’s first year. Here’s who else cashed in.