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6 days ago

JD Vance Turned Away From Pub After Staff Mutiny: Report

Vice President JD Vance faced protests and staff refusal at a British pub during his visit.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Stop Threatening Us With a Good Time': Conservatives Beg Marjorie Taylor Greene to Make Good on Threat to Leave GOP

Many conservatives support Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's potential exit from the GOP, claiming it would be beneficial for the party.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Ex-Mali PM charged over X post supporting jailed critics of military rulers

Moussa Mara, former prime minister of Mali, charged with undermining state credibility after social media post about political prisoners.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Save Colbert' rally in New York City touts petition signed by 250,000 people

During the rally, demonstrators delivered 10 boxes filled with Save Colbert petitions to the company, and more than 250,000 people have signed. Among supporters are lawmakers, comedians, and producers.
NYC politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Bluster, bullying, suspensions this is no way to run the Labour party | Polly Toynbee

Suspending MPs indicates weakness and loss of control within Labour, reflecting poorly on leadership authority.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UK's Palestine Action loses bid to pause ban as terrorist' group

A proscription would make it a crime to be a member of Palestine Action, carrying a maximum sentence of 14 years in prison.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I'm no fan of Elon Musk. But Trump's threat to deport him is sickening | Justice Malala

Elon Musk's actions have included displaying a Nazi salute, promoting misinformation, and undermining humanitarian efforts, contributing to a dangerous political climate in the U.S.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Thom Tillis Figured Out How to Tell the Truth in Trump's GOP Cult: Quit

Tillis faced pressure to support the 'Big Beautiful Bill' but chose to speak against Medicaid cuts, knowing it would harm North Carolina's funding, hospitals, and communities.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Starmer's disability benefit U-turn not enough, says rebel Labour whip

Ms. Foxcroft dramatically quit this month in protest at the plans, saying she could not back cuts that will harm disabled people.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Serbia's populist president announces more arrests after a massive anti-government protest

President Aleksandar Vucic announced further arrests following a protest in Belgrade against government legitimacy, marking escalating tensions and a significant challenge to his power.
Europe news
NYC politics
fromtime.com
2 months ago

The U.S. Elected Officials Who Have Been Arrested or Approached by Authorities While Protesting Trump's Immigration Crackdown

Local officials face violent confrontations while protesting Trump's immigration policies.
Brad Lander's arrest illustrates a growing trend of detained officials opposing immigration crackdowns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Rayner refuses to rule out punishing Labour MPs who rebel over welfare cuts

Angela Rayner may discipline Labour MPs opposing welfare cuts to disability benefits, despite significant dissent within the party.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Pete Buttigieg outraged Trump admin crossed 'reddest of red lines' handcuffing senator questioning Noem

High-profile Democrats are alarmed by recent events indicating a potential descent into authoritarianism under the Trump administration.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

US Communities Are Resisting ICE Raids to Protect Students and Neighbors

Truthout is appealing for support to counteract increased political repression under the Trump administration's McCarthy-style tactics.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Shane Ross: When it comes to Gaza, perhaps our politicians are human after all

Last week, I was forced to admit that just because Mary Lou McDonald champions a cause, it is not automatically wrong.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Dem Rep. Jerrold Nadler's aide detained by DHS agents in Manhattan office

Jerrold Nadler criticizes Trump for using federal agents to intimidate citizens, highlighting the potential for such actions to affect anyone.
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#deportation
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
US politics

Trump effort to deport pro-Palestinian students suffers setbacks but the legal question still looms

The Trump administration's deportation efforts against international students over free speech have faced significant judicial pushback.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump's campaign to turn dissent into a deportable offence harms democracy

Immigration law is being misused to suppress dissent against Israeli policy, threatening democratic principles.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump effort to deport pro-Palestinian students suffers setbacks but the legal question still looms

The Trump administration's deportation efforts against international students over free speech have faced significant judicial pushback.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump's campaign to turn dissent into a deportable offence harms democracy

Immigration law is being misused to suppress dissent against Israeli policy, threatening democratic principles.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Trump seems to threaten Bruce Springsteen's return to the U.S.

Trump warns Bruce Springsteen to remain silent while abroad after Springsteen criticized his presidency.
Trump's comments suggest potential consequences for Springsteen's criticisms, reflecting his confrontational stance against dissent.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

DC Dems out to get John Fetterman, foolish crackdown on dissent and other commentary

Sen. John Fetterman's political stance for Israel triggers a backlash from Democrats fearful of losing control over his message.
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Cambodian court convicts opposition MP of incitement

Rong Chhun's conviction reflects ongoing efforts by Cambodia's government to silence political dissent and suppress freedom of expression.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Former Tunisian PM handed 34-year sentence, rejects terrorism' charges

"I was neither sympathetic, nor complicit, nor neutral, nor lenient towards violence, terrorism," Larayedh told the judge on Friday, rejecting what he and his Ennahdha party have called a politically motivated prosecution.
France politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Fired Pete Hegseth Adviser Tells Tucker Carlson He Was Framed: A Lot of Evidence That There Is Not a Real Investigation'

Caldwell denies leaking classified information and claims opponents of Hegseth's policy are responsible for the accusations.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Amid Zimbabwe's political crisis, hope and frustration brew

Protests in Zimbabwe reveal public anger and fear of violence, limiting participation despite desire for government change.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Trump's Education by Indoctrination Must Be Fought With Social Justice Unionism

Trump's administration is eroding constitutional rights and promoting authoritarian control in education.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

So You Want to Be a Dissident?

"In a landscape altered by an administration encouraging fear, the call for courage has never been more urgent, as the repercussions for dissent grow ever larger."
US politics
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