2 Minnesota democrats and spouses shot
A Democratic Senator was injured and a Democratic Representative killed by a gunman who is still at large in Minnesota.
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Progressive Democrats of America-New York and Progressives for Democracy in America proudly Endorse Zohran Mamdani for Mayor of New York City.
Well-over 90% of respondents supported Progressive Democrats of America endorsing Zohran Mamdani for Mayor.
Podcast: Trump’s GI Joe-Cosplaying “Goon Squads” Sow Terror — and Solidarity
ICE agents are wearing so much body armor and military gear that they look like they're engaging in GI Joe cosplay.
Parts of the Trump Order on Elections Blocked by a Federal Court
A second federal judge ruled provisions of Trump’s order on elections exceeded his authority and would cause “irreparable harm” to the states challenging it.
Supreme Court Ignored Precedent Instead of Overruling it
The Supreme Court ignored precedent. Can President Donald Trump – or any president – fire the heads of independent agencies created by Congress?
Tlaib Warns Trump Against Violating Constitution to Join Israel’s War on Iran
“The American people do not want another endless war in the Middle East,” said Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
Florida Sheriff to ICE Protesters: “We will kill you.”
‘We will be notifying your family where to collect your remains, because we will kill you, graveyard dead,’ the Florida sheriff eerily warned Thursday.
Trump’s use of the military is a show of force — and a test of ours
Analysis | In Trump’s reality show presidency, strength and power are defined by a public and excessive show of force and pageantry is a means of reinforcing control.
Alaska Native fishing village was trying to power their town. Then came Trump’s funding cuts.
A $300,000 grant from the EPA would have helped Port Heiden swap costly, polluting diesel for cheaper, clean power.
‘Don’t Believe It’: Senate GOP Claims Huge Public Land Sell-Off Would Alleviate Housing Crisis
"This isn't about building more housing or energy dominance. It's about giving their billionaire friends YOUR land and YOUR money."
Trump aides want Texas to redraw congressional maps to aid the GOP. What would that mean?
The plan to redraw congressional maps in Texas would shift voters from safely red districts into blue ones.
Fascism: Could it Happen Here? Exploring the Erosion of Democratic Norms in America
In recent years, the rise of populist and nationalist movements has raised concerns about the potential for a resurgence of fascist tendencies.
Dozens killed at aid sites, Gaza death toll now over 55,000
With the recent IDF shootings at aid distribution sites, the Gaza death toll has surpassed 55,000.
As 75 Democrats Vote to Praise ICE, Ilhan Omar Wants to Hold Police Accountable for Protest Abuses
Trying to pass laws to defend protesters’ rights is a lonely battle on Capitol Hill.
Politics based on grievance has a long and violent history in America
Politics based grievance and violence continues. In a Truth Social post, Trump said, “For those who have been wronged and betrayed, I am your retribution.”
Senate GOP wants to cut Medicare and parts of the Big Fugly Bill that help workers
Republicans in the Senate are super bothered by the trillions the Big Fugly bill will add to the deficit. So they're getting rid of everything that helps you.