Delays and dysfunction: How Trump’s FEMA overhaul failed Texas flood victims
As deadly floods ravaged Texas, FEMA’s response was stalled by political interference, bureaucratic delays, and personal oversight from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem—leading to the resignation of a top official.
New Report Criticizes Police Investigation of Unarmed Teen’s Death
The Pasadena Police Department and two of their officers are being criticized not only for their actions that led to the fatal shooting of Kendrec McDade but for their lack of transparency and accountability.
Pollution could be leading to shorter babies says new study
“This study adds to the evidence that air pollution also affects the health and development of the next generation."
Video claim challenges DHS account of Border Patrol shooting in Chicago
Attorney says body camera shows agent saying “Do something, b––” before firing; prosecutors charge two drivers as officials expand Operation Midway Blitz.
Philanthropists raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for groundbreaking Climate Emergency Fund
"In order to tackle the problem, we need to first define it accurately and force our leaders to declare a climate emergency."
EPA bans cancer-causing chemicals used in dry cleaning and industry
EPA bans two cancer-causing chemicals, marking a critical step in protecting public health and the environment after decades of harm.
Trump’s education department freezes civil rights investigations while targeting schools over ‘culture war’ issues
Since returning to office, the Trump administration has stalled thousands of civil rights investigations in education while redirecting federal enforcement toward politically motivated cases.
Plastic bag bans prove effective in US, reducing usage by billions
Recent reports by environmental nonprofits indicate a substantial decrease in plastic bag usage due to bans implemented in various states and cities.
Millions of immigrant heroes perform essential jobs during the pandemic—America needs to protect them
We need to ensure that everyone’s health and well-being are protected.
Trump’s push for offshore oil drilling
Offshore oil drilling: regularly disastrous – and unnecessary.