Gaza faces catastrophic famine as Israel blocks aid and starvation deaths soar
Aid blockades, looting, and deadly attacks push Gaza to the brink of humanitarian collapse, with over 60,000 starvation deaths reported.
NOAA reports record highs in greenhouse gas emissions and global sea levels
“It is clear that without swift action, we can, unfortunately, expect to set new records like these every year.”
Senators question DHS and ICE on abuse allegations against migrants
"The allegations of violence and brutality against vulnerable refugees seeking safety here in the United States are unlawful and disturbing.”
New bill to prevent Wall Street from continuing to finance fossil fuel industry
“For too long, our federal government has looked the other way while our nation’s largest banks bankroll the dirtiest fossil fuel projects.”
Trump administration seizes control over White House press pool, raising press freedom concerns
In a move widely condemned by journalists and press freedom advocates, Trump’s White House removes an independent media organization from controlling access to the president.
Family files $50M lawsuit after police kill unarmed motorcyclist
Sterling’s parents are left wondering why their son was fatally shot in the back and neck if the officer was in fear for his life.
The secret health care bill
If this shameful bill is enacted, McConnell and Trump – as well as every Republican senator who signs on – will bear the burden of hundreds of thousands of deaths
Expansion of imperialist U.S. ‘war on terror’ in Africa preceded deadly attacks in Niger...
At least 800 U.S. servicemembers are currently stationed in the country to support a French-led mission to defeat militants in West Africa.
‘Alarming’: nearly 1/3 in US worry about violence, intimidation at polls
"The fear people are experiencing—especially Black people, Hispanic people, and young people—is a form of voter suppression that needs to be addressed before the election," said one expert.
Union ironworker wins democratic primary in Wisconsin to possibly replace Paul Ryan
While democrats believe they can win Ryan's seat, Bryce will be up against Republican Bryan Steil, an attorney and business executive who was endorsed by Ryan.