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Veteran Slams Trump’s military Parade
Cenk Uygur, Richard Ojeda and Ben Cohen of Ben and Jerry’s react to Donald Trump's speech after the U.S. Army's 250th Anniversary parade.
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.
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.
Bridgetown 3: Is the initiative from Barbados reforming finance?
The Bridgetown Initiative has made progress on its goals to transform financing to developing and vulnerable nations, but geopolitical obstacles loom
Measles cases in 34 states. North Dakota now the focus
North Dakota now has the highest number of Measles cases. It had a 90% vaccination rate among kindergarteners for the 2024-25 school year, a decline from about 95% in 2019-20.
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?
What you should know about ivermectin
The FDA has not labeled ivermectin, a medication to treat parasites, for over-the-counter use.
Ahead of Father’s Day, Celebrity Dads Share Mahmoud Khalil’s Letter to His Newborn Son
Mo Amer, Mark Ruffalo, Mahershala Ali, Tom Morello, W. Kamau Bell, Arian Moayed, Dallas Goldtooth and Alex Winter came together on behalf of Mahmoud Khalil and his family to call for his freedom.
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.
Israel’s Unprovoked Bombing of Iran Violates International Law. Full Stop.
Trump himself paved the way to this war by trashing the 2015 nuclear deal, but now he must condemn—not support—this brazen and unlawful military campaign.
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.
Tulane scientist resigns, citing ‘gag order’ on environmental justice research
Emails show a racial disparities study angered elected Louisiana officials and potential donors to a $600 million university-led redevelopment project
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.
BREAKING: Israel strikes Iran
9:14 P.M. EST: Israel launched pre-emptive strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities about an hour ago. This comes after President Trump told Netanyahu not to do anything that could interfere with planned…
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.
Biomass company near Yosemite’s forests raises fear of more fires
Facilities that make wood pellets have a track record of catching on fire. So why are there plans to build several near Yosemite's tinderbox forests?
