Instead of lowering costs for everyday Americans as promised, the presidency has become a means to enrich the president and his billionaire allies. Public funds and government power are channeled to friends and family businesses, while regulatory agencies are hollowed out or weaponized for profit, with industries like fossil fuels and big tech seeing unprecedented returns on their political investments. This has led to a hostile corporate takeover where working people are exploited, and democracy is undermined as obscene wealth purchases political power. Therefore, defunding the oligarchy and reinvesting in public goods is presented as the path forward to restore faith in government and ensure it serves the people, not donors.
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A recent report has surfaced alleging that former President Donald Trump directed former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard to participate in an FBI raid on an election hub in Fulton County, Georgia. This startling claim, if substantiated, paints a deeply concerning picture of potential executive overreach and interference in a critical democratic process. The report suggests a direct command from Trump to Gabbard, implying a level of involvement that goes far beyond any publicly acknowledged role she might have held.
The alleged directive, as presented, indicates that Trump specifically tasked Gabbard with taking part in the raid on the Fulton County election hub.… Continue reading
President Donald Trump has expressed a desire for Republicans to “take over” and “nationalize” voting, citing unsubstantiated concerns about election fraud. However, legal experts have stated that such actions would violate the U.S. Constitution, which delegates election administration authority to the states. While Congress can enact laws to modify election regulations, it does not possess the power to nationalize the electoral process itself. These comments have revived concerns about Trump’s ongoing challenges to election outcomes and his potential influence on upcoming elections.
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Following the FBI’s seizure of 700 boxes of 2020 election records in Fulton County, Georgia, President Trump urged Republicans to “nationalize the voting” in at least 15 locations, fueling concerns about potential interference in upcoming elections. Trump suggested the Georgia raid was a precursor to his administration’s plan to exert control over state and local election processes to maintain power, especially as GOP popularity wanes. The article highlights unanswered questions about the Georgia raid, including the timeline and the involvement of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in domestic law enforcement, further pointing to an erosion of democratic norms and increasingly radical tactics by the GOP.
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U.S. Rep. Shri Thanedar has announced his intention to introduce articles of impeachment against Attorney General Pam Bondi, citing accusations of conspiracy to cover up the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files, abuse of authority in pressuring Minnesota for sensitive data, and the “weaponization” of the Justice Department against President Trump’s political opponents. This latest impeachment effort follows two previous unsuccessful attempts by Thanedar against other Trump administration officials. While Thanedar contends that Bondi has prioritized loyalty to President Trump over her constitutional duties, it is unlikely these efforts will gain traction in the Republican-controlled House of Representatives, especially given Thanedar’s upcoming reelection bid.
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More than a dozen federal prosecutors in Minnesota have resigned in protest of the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policies. This exodus, triggered in part by the Department of Justice’s refusal to investigate the killings of U.S. citizens by immigration agents, has significantly depleted the office’s staff. The departing attorneys also raised concerns about being pressured to rush charges and the lack of consideration for the conduct of federal agents. This has led to a reduction in the experienced legal staff available to handle cases, with the office now relying on less experienced attorneys and facing an influx of wrongful detention cases.
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In a recent interview, Donald Trump suggested that the Republican party should seize control of elections in at least 15 locations, falsely claiming widespread fraud in states like Minnesota and Georgia. He repeated baseless conspiracy theories, including a racist claim that Democrats encourage illegal immigration to increase voter rolls, despite non-citizens being ineligible to vote. Trump’s remarks align with his history of disputing election results, even after losing the 2020 election to Joe Biden by significant margins.
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A Blackfeet Nation member reported being denied a routine return at Target when employees refused to acknowledge her federally recognized Tribal identification. The woman, who has used her Tribal ID without issue for years, including while previously employed at Target, offered to manually input the information, but her ID was rejected by both an employee and a supervisor. This incident, occurring while she was out for essential baby supplies as a new mother, has caused distress and prompted her to share her experience online to prevent similar occurrences for other Native Americans.
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French prosecutors are seeking a five-year ban on elected office for far-right leader Marine Le Pen in a crucial appeal trial, a decision that could prevent her from running in the 2027 presidential election. Le Pen is appealing a prior conviction for misusing European Parliament funds to hire aides, an accusation she previously described as a “mistake.” Prosecutors argue that Le Pen orchestrated a “system” to siphon off EU funds for her party, a charge she denies. The appeals court’s verdict, expected before summer, carries significant implications for Le Pen’s political future and the upcoming presidential race.
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Senator John Thune’s recent rejection of former President Trump’s call for Republicans to take over and “nationalize” elections offers a crucial glimpse into the ongoing debates within the GOP and the broader American political landscape. This stance, while seemingly a straightforward disagreement, touches upon fundamental constitutional principles and raises significant questions about the future direction of electoral processes and the Republican party itself.
The core of Trump’s suggestion involves shifting the authority over elections from individual states to the federal government, a move that many view as a direct challenge to the established constitutional framework. The Constitution, in its explicit language, outlines that the “Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof.”… Continue reading
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