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Trump judge may take "extreme measures"

Concerns over juror safety after Trump "threatened and intimidated so many persons in the criminal justice system"

Salon · Apr 17, 2024

Arizona Republicans again block effort to repeal 1864 near-total abortion ban

After decrying state supreme court ruling on ban with no exceptions for rape or incest, lawmakers ensure its potential to take effect

The Guardian - US · Apr 17, 2024

All candidates for U.S. House South Carolina District 1 Democratic primary complete Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey

Both of the candidates running in the June 11, 2024, Democratic primary election for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District — Mac Deford (D) and Michael B. Moore (D) — completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.

Ballotpedia · Apr 17, 2024

Pro-Trump Super PAC Launches New Attack Ad On Immigration Policies

Trump's super PAC launches hard-hitting attack ad on Biden's immigration policies in Pennsylvania, highlighting GOP focus on border security for 2024 campaign.

Top News · Apr 17, 2024

House Republicans’ bid to impeach Alejandro Mayorkas fails in US Senate

Senate Democrats dismissed the articles of impeachment, as the charges failed to meet bar of ‘high crimes and misdemeanors’

The Guardian - US · Apr 17, 2024

GOP religiosity morphs into dark vision

Trump’s religious vision is rooted in white Christian nationalism, professor says

Salon · Apr 17, 2024

Senate Showdown Over Impeachment Of Homeland Security Secretary

Senate divided over Mayorkas impeachment with Democrats seeking dismissal and Republicans pushing for trial. Uncertainty looms over trial outcome.

Top News · Apr 17, 2024

Senators to be sworn in as jurors in Mayorkas impeachment trial

The Senate is still negotiating what the scope of the homeland security secretary's trial will be and whether to allow debate in the Democratic-controlled chamber.

WEKU · Apr 17, 2024

Senate Republicans Introduce Bill To Prevent Foreign Influence In Elections

Senate Republicans propose bill to prevent foreign influence in U.S. elections after report on Swiss billionaire's donations to liberal dark money network.

Top News · Apr 17, 2024

Expert: Trump touched 3rd rail at trial

Trump's outburst toward a prospective juror shows he's learned nothing from the E. Jean Carroll case, experts say

Salon · Apr 17, 2024