Politics
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Jeff Sessions: Justice Department Will Continue Using Private Prisons
Alec Siegel | February 24, 2017Sessions is rescinding an Obama-era directive to phase out private prison use.
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What’s Up at CPAC?: Attacks on “Fake News” and Russian-Themed Trump Flags
Emma Von Zeipel | February 24, 2017Trump also claimed that the lines were long, despite evidence to the contrary.
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How Much Does it Cost to Protect Trump Tower?
Alec Siegel | February 24, 2017Less than the NYPD initially expected.
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No Food Stamps for Sweets: Unjust Welfare Conditionality
Callum Cleary | February 23, 2017While banning sugary food from the SNAP shopping list may seem like a good idea, it won't do any...
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A Bigly Problem: Translating Donald Trump Creates Headaches for Interpreters
Anneliese Mahoney | February 23, 2017After all, even Americans sometimes have a hard time understanding him.
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Homeland Security Broadens the Scope of Immigration Enforcement
Alec Siegel | February 22, 2017The new guidelines call for more immigration officers and detention facilities.
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Meet the New National Security Adviser: H.R. McMaster
Alec Siegel | February 22, 2017Will he be able to assert influence over Trump and Steve Bannon?
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Trump Pledges to Fight Bigotry During African American History Museum Visit
Alec Siegel | February 21, 2017Trump was accompanied by Ben Carson and Omarosa.
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What Happened at the D.C. “Not My Presidents’ Day” Protest?
Callum Cleary | February 21, 2017A couple hundred protesters showed up in D.C. on the holiday.
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White House Denies Plans to Deploy National Guard for Immigration Roundups
Alexis Evans | February 17, 2017A draft memo obtained by the AP claims 11 states would be involved.
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Senator Susan Collins Says She’ll Oppose Trump’s EPA Pick
Victoria Sheridan | February 17, 2017The senator has crossed party lines on issues like abortion, same-sex marriage, and the 2016 election.
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Trump Defends Michael Flynn, Attacks Reporters at Press Conference
Alec Siegel | February 16, 2017The event was Trump's first solo press conference as president.
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Trump Says He’s Open to a One-State or Two-State Solution for Israel-Palestine
Alec Siegel | February 16, 2017As long as there is a "great peace deal," he said.
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Trump and Russia: What Will Happen Next?
Alec Siegel | February 15, 2017This could be the start of something big.
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Trump Administration Pulls Support for Transgender Bathroom Protections
Victoria Sheridan | February 15, 2017What does it mean for an upcoming Supreme Court case?
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Michael Flynn is Out: What You Need to Know About his Resignation
Alec Siegel | February 14, 2017Flynn was the National Security Adviser for less than a month.
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Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau Reaffirm U.S.-Canada Cooperation
Alec Siegel | February 14, 2017The two leaders focused on the economy and security.
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Oroville Dam Overflow: The Environment and Failing Infrastructure
Callum Cleary | February 13, 2017There's a need for an environmentally conscious infrastructure plan.
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Did Michael Flynn Speak with Russia About Sanctions During Transition?
Alec Siegel | February 10, 2017He could be in big trouble.
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Jason Chaffetz Flooded by Boos at Town Hall Meeting
Austin Elias-De Jesus | February 10, 2017Jason Chaffetz had a bit of a rough night.
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How the RAISE Act Would Cut Back Legal Immigration
Victoria Sheridan | February 10, 2017One Democratic senator calls it a "job killer."
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Meet the New Senator from Alabama: Luther Strange
Alec Siegel | February 9, 2017Strange will hold Jeff Sessions' Senate seat until 2018.
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What Will Space Exploration Look Like Under Trump?
Alec Siegel | February 9, 2017NASA's star might be dimming a bit.
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Jake Tapper Tweets Dirt About Himself After Rumors that the GOP is Targeting Him
Emma Von Zeipel | February 9, 2017Get ahead of the story, Jake.
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Mitch McConnell vs. Elizabeth Warren: What is Rule 19?
Alec Siegel | February 8, 2017Politics as unusual.
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Democrats Stage Final, Futile Stand Against Betsy DeVos
Alec Siegel | February 7, 2017DeVos was confirmed 51-50, with VP Mike Pence breaking the tie.
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Conservative Lawmakers Propose Stricter EBT Regulations
Jacob Atkins | February 7, 2017Should you be able to buy unhealthy food with food stamps?
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What’s Going on with Trump’s Travel Ban?
Alec Siegel | February 6, 2017It was a busy weekend.
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#PenceBlackHistory Trends After VP’s Black History Month Tweet
Anneliese Mahoney | February 5, 2017Here are some of the best contributions.
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A Tale of Two White Houses: Comparing the Early Days of Obama and Trump
Alec Siegel | February 4, 2017Just about the only similarity: both embrace unilateral action.