Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Tag: Bernie Sanders

Medicare for All returns to Congress as GOP pushes Medicaid cuts...

As Sanders and progressives reintroduce Medicare for All with growing support, Republican lawmakers propose historic Medicaid cuts to fund tax breaks for the wealthy.

Why Sanders’ call to ‘fight oligarchy’ resonates more than ever

Bernie Sanders is attracting crowds of tens of thousands across the U.S. as he rallies against the growing influence of billionaires within the federal government.

Trump’s tariff chaos triggers global backlash, economic turmoil, and growing revolt...

Critics say president’s abrupt reversal on sweeping tariffs shows lack of coherent strategy and deepens damage to workers, consumers, and U.S. global standing.

Patriotic Millionaires challenge oligarch power with sweeping economic plan

As economic inequality worsens and public frustration grows, a coalition of wealthy Americans offers a radical legislative blueprint to dismantle the grip of the ultra-rich on democracy.

Only 15 senators back effort to block arms to Israel as...

Despite an escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and allegations of war crimes, the U.S. Senate overwhelmingly rejected resolutions to halt $8.8 billion in weapons sales to Israel, with only 15 senators supporting the effort.

67,000 could die waiting for benefits under Musk’s Social Security cuts,...

Sanders warns that Elon Musk’s plan to slash Social Security staffing could double disability claim wait times and deaths, as Trump nominee faces Senate vote.

Senate Democrats face reckoning over GOP spending bill that hands Trump...

Progressives warn that the Republican spending bill would give Trump and Musk sweeping control over federal funds, gut social programs, and set a dangerous precedent—while Senate Democrats waver on whether to fight or fold.

Sanders pushes for Medicare expansion as GOP leader signals willingness to...

Sanders’ push to expand Medicare to cover dental, vision, and hearing benefits was blocked by Senate Republicans, but Finance Committee Chair Mike Crapo signaled a willingness to discuss potential solutions.

Sanders moves to block Trump’s $8.56 billion arms deal to Israel

The Vermont senator challenges U.S. involvement in arming Israel amid allegations of war crimes and violations of international law.

Bernie Sanders’ nine-point plan to overhaul America’s healthcare system

Bernie Sanders unveils bold plan to reform U.S. healthcare and address inequality.

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Largest U.S. corporations paid 10.4% federal tax in 2025, ITEP finds

The study of 706 companies counted 114 that paid no current federal income tax and $198 billion in subsidies from rates below 21%

Insurers drop Medicare Advantage plans for 1 million seniors

KFF counted 193 counties with no Medicare Advantage drug plan open to general enrollment in 2027, up from 123 this year
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How Cleta Mitchell Turned Trump’s “Big Lie” Into a Movement

Conservative powerbroker Cleta Mitchell has raised a grassroots army to transform American voting systems and worked closely with the administration to enact her plans. No one besides Trump himself has done more to overhaul elections.

Gaza newborn dies of hypothermia as Israel continues to block lifesaving aid

A two-week-old infant’s death amid winter storms underscores mounting warnings from UN agencies that blocked shelter, destroyed hospitals, and widespread hunger are making exposure deadly for Gaza’s youngest residents.
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Officials of Mecca Pact Nations gather for Talks in Tehran, Defying Trump

Pakistan's army chief, Saudi Arabia's defense minister and Turkey's intelligence director met Iran's president, a rare Saudi visit.