U.S.
Trump Education Department targets trans students at Smith College
May 12, 2026Critics call DOE investigation a baseless vilification of trans women that is part of larger pattern of fear-mongering.
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Devastating new U.S. sanctions against Cuba have international reach
May 12, 2026Canadian company is first targeted, sees shares plunge on the stock market.
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Trump message on economy: Don’t worry, be happy!
May 11, 2026National Economic Director Kevin Hassett says rising consumer debt proves we are doing just fine.
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MAGA scores remap wins in Virginia, Tennessee, Florida
May 11, 2026If they hold up, GOP could retain control of House despite major swings toward Democrats.
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Jim Crow?: Republicans capitalize on Supreme Court weakening Voting Rights Act
May 11, 2026The latest from award-winning People's World cartoonist Greg Kearney.
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