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After Progressive Pick Forced Out, Biden Taps Crypto-Linked Michael Barr for Top Bank Regulator Job

"Barr can't be trusted to make enemies of the old banks or the new fintechs when necessary for the safety and soundness of the financial system," said one progressive critic.

Julia Conley ·


Head of World Food Program Warns 'People Being Starved to Death' in Mariupol

"It's not just going to be the next few days—but the next few weeks and few months could even get more complicated than it is now," David Beasley lamented.

Kenny Stancil ·


Denied Bail, Scientist Emma Smart Goes on Hunger Strike After Arrest at Climate Protest

"What kind of world do we live in when scientists are forced to put themselves into positions of arrest and hunger strike to be heard?" asked Smart's husband.

Jake Johnson ·


Israeli Forces Accused of 'Barbaric Premeditated Attack' on Palestinian Worshipers

More than 150 Palestinians were injured as Israeli forces stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem.

Jake Johnson ·


Official With Oil Ties Next in Line as Biden Climate Adviser Reportedly Plans to Quit

Deputy White House climate adviser Ali Zaidi, who is expected to replace Gina McCarthy if she steps down, previously did legal work for a number of fossil fuel companies.

Jake Johnson ·


Trump-Backed Nebraska Gubernatorial Candidate Accused of Groping Several Women

"Charles Herbster's behavior is completely unacceptable for anyone, especially someone seeking a public office of authority and trust," said every female Nebraska state senator, including five Republicans.

Brett Wilkins ·


New York AG Launching Probe Into Price Gouging by Oil Companies

"Price gouging is unfair and illegal and my office is determined to make sure it doesn't happen in our state," said Attorney General Letitia James.

Jenna McGuire ·


New GOP Laws 'Will Devastate Abortion Access Across Large Parts of the Nation'

"Florida has been a critical haven for abortion access in the South, and this ban will decimate abortion access for Floridians and the entire region," one group said after the governor's signature.

Jessica Corbett ·


Bowman Introduces 'Babies Over Billionaires' Act in Pursuit of Tax Fairness

"This bill will address the inequities in our tax code that keep the ultrawealthy from paying their fair share and will invest the revenue raised in those who deserve it most: our children and hardworking families."

Brett Wilkins ·


USDA Conservation Program Must Be Reformed to Stop Funding Pollution, Report Shows

"The more money that goes toward harmful, industrial practices, the less that goes toward good conservation," said a researcher from the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy.

Kenny Stancil ·

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