Southern Poverty Law Center says it’s under DOJ investigation

Southern Poverty Law Center’s interim CEO Bryan Fair claimed in a Tuesday video that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating the organization and possibly preparing criminal charges. “Although we don’t know all the details,” Fair said in a video posted to the organization’s YouTube account, “the focus appears to be on the SPLC’s … Read more

The Guardian view on the true cost of the Iran war: bombs kill – but so does the economic fallout | Editorial

There is growing international concern as the fragile two-week ceasefire reaches its Wednesday deadline. Whatever happens next, the poor will pay More than 3,300 Iranians, including 383 children, have been killed since the US and Israel launched their illegal war, authorities said this week. Asked about Wednesday’s ceasefire deadline, Donald Trump said that he expected … Read more

Ilhan Omar not out of the woods despite financial disclosure revision, top Republican warns

An updated financial filing from Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., aimed at addressing scrutiny over her previously reported income isn’t satisfying Republicans — and House Minority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., says the revisions only raise more concerns. “Ilhan Omar is even more clueless than I thought if she thinks this financial disclosure revision clears her of … Read more

Clinton, Bush, Obama and Biden Share Hope for America’s Future

Former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama and Joe Biden sit down with TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and talk about their hope for the future of the United States as the nation marks its 250th anniversary. The presidents gathered for an event hosted by The History Channel called “History Talks” in partnership with … Read more

Senate Republicans unveil immigration funding plan with $140 billion price tag as divisions simmer

Senate Republicans revealed their plan to fund immigration enforcement operations with a whopping 12-figure price tag, but not every member of the GOP is happy with the roadmap. Senate Budget Committee Chair Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Tuesday revealed the GOP’s budget resolution, which will act as the guiding document for Republicans as they launch the … Read more

Bernie Sanders’ anti-billionaire group defends surprising endorsement of billionaire for CA governor

Democratic socialist Bernie Sanders‘ anti-billionaire progressive group has endorsed its first billionaire candidate, Tom Steyer, in the crowded field campaigning to be California’s next governor. Our Revolution’s platform centers on eliminating corporate and billionaire influence in politics and supporting candidates who vow to get big money out of politics. But that didn’t stop their endorsement … Read more