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Breaking news and analysis on U.S. politics, including the latest coverage of the White House, Congress, and the Supreme Court.
The Corporatization Of Donald Trump
In 2016, Donald Trump routinely went after CEOs and corporate power — now he’s their mouthpiece. What happened?
How Lobbyists Could Now Install Biden’s Replacement
If the president steps down, the DNC committee that could pick the new nominee is stocked with corporate lobbyists looking to influence public policy.
Private Prisons Want You To Go Directly To Jail
Private prison companies are pushing states to get tougher on crime, then cashing in on the profits.
The Supreme Court Just Legalized Bribery
Conservative justices, swimming in gifts from billionaire benefactors, just ruled that corruption is perfectly legal.
Big Tech Wants Your Paycheck
Tech companies and a corporate-funded right-wing bill mill aim to pave the way for app-based payday-lending scams.
Boeing’s Old Friend Inside Biden’s Justice Department
The Justice Department is packed with corporate lawyers who previously worked for the companies they are now charged with prosecuting.
Why Are Teachers Funding Billionaires’ Private Jets?
Plus, Wall Street pretends it’s in Texas, Gordon Gekko gets rich off California workers, and the launch of Summer 2024’s blockbuster event.
YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: It’s Always Sunny For Clean Energy
Plus, a judge rejects a fossil-fueled lawsuit, the IRS keeps going after the rich, shots are fired against a deadly disease, and cannabis convictions vanish.
New Data: Longer Trains Raise Derailment Risk, But Regs Are Stalled
While funneling campaign cash to lawmakers, rail lobbyists convinced Biden officials to brush off workers’ demand for safety limits.