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'Extraordinary Allegation': Mo Brooks Claims Trump Personally Asked Him to 'Rescind' 2020 Election Results

"I can't imagine getting a request to illegally overthrow the lawful United States government and hiding it, let alone continuing to publicly support the person who made it," said Rep. Don Beyer in response to the statement by the Alabama Republican.

Andrea Germanos ·


AOC Hits AIPAC for Supporting Republicans Who Voted to Overturn 2020 ElectionbrettMar 18, 2022
 Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) speaks at a news conference introducing the 'People’s Housing Platform' on Capitol Hill on January 29, 2020 in Washington, D.C. (Photo: Mario Tama/Getty Images)
"It's more OK to dismantle U.S. democracy than it is to question if U.S. tax dollars should fund detention and abuse of Palestinian kids," the New York Democrat sardonically said. "Got it."

The War on Democracy Is Here

Trump is using America's democratic process to destroy democracy from within.

Steven Harper ·


Trump and Putin Proved Me Wrong: Democracy Is Not Inevitable

I expected globalization would blur borders, create economic interdependence among nations and regions, and extend a modern consumer and artistic culture worldwide.

Robert Reich ·


As Feared, 2020 Census Significantly Undercounted Minorities

"This undercount means we are saddled with inaccurate numbers for the next decade," said one rights advocate. "The consequences are serious."

Julia Conley ·


Former 'Proud Boys' Leader Indicted on Conspiracy Charges Over Capitol Riot

Enrique Tarrio allegedly "led the advance planning" of the January 6 attack.

Andrea Germanos ·


What Did William Barr Know and When Did He Know It?

For two years, Barr developed false narratives that protected then-President Donald Trump from incriminating facts.

Steven Harper ·


Report Details 'Unraveling' of Trump Probe That Led Prosecutors to Resign

"If you believe prosecutors should indict Trump, it's worth reading," said one former federal prosecutor. "We rarely get a window into prosecution decisions."

Jessica Corbett ·


House January 6 Panel Accuses Trump of 'Criminal Conspiracy to Defraud' US

The committee alleges that Trump and his allies engaged in a "corrupt scheme to obstruct the counting of Electoral College ballots and a conspiracy to impede the transfer of power."

Jake Johnson ·


Putin's Most Dangerous Fan Is Donald J. Trump

His praise for the ruthless dictator should not surprise anyone—but the future implications if Trump runs and wins back the presidency must be fathomed.

Steven Harper ·

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