Tuesday, November 11, 2025

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Senate vote on Sanders resolutions marks historic shift in US support...

Though blocked, Bernie Sanders’s efforts to halt weapons transfers to Israel gained unprecedented Democratic support amid Gaza’s worsening famine and civilian death toll.

Palestinian families sue US over arms transfers to Israel amid alleged...

Lawsuit claims U.S. violates domestic and international law by funding Israeli military accused of gross human rights violations.

Trump expected to appoint Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, drawing...

Known for his strident foreign policy positions, Rubio has consistently backed increased U.S. intervention abroad.

As US lawmakers remain silent, horrific images of dead children in...

But why have so many U.S. leaders, including President Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and Donald Trump, continued their unwavering support for the war?

US sent over 50,000 tons of weapons to Israel amid Gaza...

This unprecedented level of military aid, averaging one shipment every 12 hours, has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations and international observers.

After calling for cease-fire, Biden releases $3.5 billion in military aid...

The move has raised questions about the consistency of U.S. foreign policy, particularly as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to escalate, resulting in massive civilian casualties.

U.S. support enables deadly Gaza school bombing

Palestinian officials blame the United States for its role in the tragic bombing of a school in Gaza, highlighting the consequences of unwavering U.S. military and financial support for Israel.

Sanders demands immediate halt to US offensive military aid to Israel...

Sanders emphasized the need to reassess U.S. military support in light of Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and the urgent need for peace.

U.S. State Department memo exposes Israeli misuse of American military aid...

Leaked memo reveals doubts over Israeli compliance with international law in use of U.S. military aid in Gaza, sparking calls for policy reevaluation.

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Taxing the rich is key to challenging the far-right

There are many things that need to change in this world. But one thing is clear: anyone who claims to oppose the rise of the far right must, at the very least, support higher taxes on extreme wealth.

Utah’s 1,300-bed homelessness “accountability center” tests Trump-era crackdown

Planned for 16 acres on the edge of Salt Lake City, Utah’s new homelessness campus would combine mass shelter, court-ordered treatment, and “work-conditioned housing.” Supporters call it a model of reform, while advocates warn it mirrors forced labor and internment.