Biden Balks at Sanctions on Saudi Crown Prince After Release of Report on Killing of Jamal Khashoggi
Biden imposed sanctions only on aides to Mohammed bin Salman even though a new intelligence report said that MBS approved the mission on Khashoggi.
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Democrats Pressure Biden on U.S. Backing for Saudi War in Yemen
Progressive lawmakers sent Biden a letter seeking details on his plan to halt U.S. aid for offensive military operations in Yemen.
Police Want Larry Krasner Gone, So They’re Backing His Opponent
The Philadelphia race will test whether reformist district attorneys can survive opposition from groups that see them as a threat to the status quo.
Fossil Fuel Executives Gloat About Profits, PR From Texas Winter Storm Crisis
Comstock Resources, a shale drilling company, apologized for describing gas prices from the Texas storm as a "jackpot."
Corporate Lawyers Line Up for Justice Department Top Slots
Attorney General nominee Merrick Garland defended hiring lawyers with Big Tech experience at yesterday’s confirmation hearing.
FBI Seized Congressional Cellphone Records Related to Capitol Attack
The inclusion of congressional phone data in the FBI investigation raises thorny constitutional questions.
Connecticut Lawmakers Want to Try Again to Make Prison Phone Calls Completely Free
Advocates are optimistic about a new round of legislation to curb predatory phone rates in the state — and pressure is mounting in Washington.
Son of Wall Street Mogul Running for Wisconsin Senate Seat Was Pleasantly Surprised Milwaukee Is a Normal City
“What most surprised me,” said Alex Lasry, “is the fact that Milwaukee has all the same things as any city,” citing bars, restaurants, and an art scene.
Nursing Home Industry Avoids Scrutiny for Covid-19 Deaths as Powerful Lobby Goes to Work
Just two nursing home executives have been indicted for Covid-19 deaths, while the industry showered millions on candidates, PACs, and lobbying.
RIP Rush Limbaugh, Who Spent His Entire Life on the Government Dole
The hilarious irony at the core of Limbaugh’s life was that his career and wealth were a handout from the U.S. government.