Tag: Trump administration
Federal judge rules in favor of women on birth control
“This is just the first step, but today is a critical victory for millions of women and families and for the rule of law.”
North Korea: The costs of war, calculated
Even a limited war with North Korea would kill millions, devastate the environment, and bankrupt the U.S. Preventing it should be the peace movement's highest priority.
Cecile Richards: Mike Pence is “orchestra master” of assault on women’s...
The first year of President Trump’s administration may be the worst year for women of any administration in United States history.
Why Trump’s shrinking of Bears Ears will be reversed
Research by environmental and natural resources law scholars shows the president’s action will likely be overturned by the courts.
Trump’s dismemberment of Bears Ears National Monument: Perspective from Indigenous scholars
How racism, grave robbery, disrespect of tribal sovereignty and Mormon belief in divine rights is driving Utah’s attack on public lands.
ACLU vows to keep fighting as Supreme Court allows Trump’s mostly...
The administration can now fully enforce its new restrictions on travel from eight countries, six of them predominantly Muslim.
Trump shrinks national monuments in largest reduction in history. Here’s how...
The fight will not be easy, but with so much support and on-the-ground activism, hopefully it is a fight that conservationists can win.
Senate advances disastrous new tax bill. Here’s what you need...
“The federal treasury is being looted tonight.”
BREAKING: Michael Flynn taken into custody by FBI, pleads guilty to...
Flynn turned himself into authorities and appeared before a court hearing this morning, where he pleaded guilty.
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Fossil fuel tax could unlock $720 billion for climate crisis, new report finds
The Climate Damages Tax aims to rectify historical injustices and provide a tangible pathway towards a more sustainable and just world.
EPA proposes ban on pesticide widely used on fruits and vegetables
In calling for an end to all uses of the pesticide on food, the agency cited evidence that acephate harms workers who apply the chemical as well as the general public and young children.
FTC challenges Big Pharma over unfair patents as Sanders applauds regulatory crackdown
The Federal Trade Commission intensifies its fight against pharmaceutical patent abuses, aiming to slash drug prices and increase access to generic medications.
New report finds Tyson Foods dumped pollutants into US waterways for years
The wastewater analyzed consisted of pathogens and microorganisms and slaughterhouse byproducts, such as body parts of animals, feces and blood.
Bernie Sanders speaks out: Criticizing Israeli policy is not antisemitism
Amid national debate over Gaza protests, Senator Bernie Sanders challenges the narrative equating criticism of Israel with antisemitism, drawing on his personal history and widespread American discontent.