ORAdvocates of Donald Trump often describe him as a “political genius” who has a cunning understanding of the anxieties and fears of American society, and is capable of creating and using crises to his advantage. The current showdown in Portland shows, once again, that this is not the case. While …
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The withdrawal of federal frontline police officers from the protests in downtown Portland significantly reduced tensions in the city overnight. Protesters in support of Black Lives Matter gathered once again near the federal courthouse which became a flashpoint, and the scene of nightly battles amid the whirlwind of tear gas, …
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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has stood firm against mounting pressure to avoid massive budget cuts by raising taxes on the many billionaires living in his state. As that campaign to tax billionaires received a recent boost from Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and the legislative leaders of the Democratic state of …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Co-founder of Republican anti-Trump group The Lincoln Project has called Congressman Louie Gohmert “the craziest and dumbest Congressman in the United States,” after confirmation that he tested positive for the …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo assured lawmakers on Thursday that the Trump administration has clashed with top Russian diplomats and military officials over alleged rewards Russia has offered to Taliban-linked …
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