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Montana's attorney general said he recruited token primary opponent to increase campaign fundraising

Montana's attorney general told supporters he skirted the state's campaign finance laws by inviting another Republican to run against him as a token candidate in next month's primary so he could raise more money for the general election

The Independent UK · May 17, 2024

Upside-down flag at Justice Alito's home another blow for Supreme Court under fire

When an upside-down U.S. flag flew over the home of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito in January 2021, it was largely seen in connection with the false claim by then-President Donald Trump’s supporters that the 2020 election had been marred by fraud

The Independent UK · May 17, 2024

Rep targeted by Marjorie Taylor Greene brands her ‘absolutely racist’ as parties respond to fiery clash

‘She probably will raise money, because the racists are going to be so happy to give it to her,’ Rep Jasmine Crockett says

The Independent UK · May 17, 2024

Trump Gains Historic Black Voter Support, Biden Faces Debate Challenges

Trump's rising black voter support and upcoming debates shape election dynamics.

Top News · May 17, 2024

MTG attacks Black colleague's appearance

The MAGA Republican from Georgia disrupted a congressional hearing to attack a Democrat’s appearance.

Salon · May 17, 2024

Biden heading to Georgia to shore up declining support with Black voters

The president will give commencement address at Atlanta’s Morehouse College before also visiting Detroit, Michigan

The Independent UK · May 17, 2024

Supreme Court Justice Alito's Upside-Down Flag Controversy

Controversy surrounds Justice Alito's upside-down flag incident, raising questions about judicial integrity and impartiality.

Top News · May 17, 2024

New ad taunts Trump to take stand in hush money trial - or admit he’s a coward

Despite ex-president teasing he will testify in hush money trial, his lawyers have not confirmed if he will give evidence in his own defense

The Independent UK · May 17, 2024

Higher US Food Prices Lead To A Shift In Shopping Habits

"I don't really shop for groceries as often as I used to," said Jasmine Reed, 32, outside a store in northern Virginia, as she explained the impact of higher food prices on her shopping habits.

International Business Times · May 17, 2024

David DePape, who bludgeoned Nancy Pelosi’s husband, sentenced to 30 years

DePape, a rightwing conspiracy theorist, broke into the Pelosis’ San Francisco home in 2022 and hit Paul Pelosi with a hammer

The Guardian - US · May 17, 2024