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General Discussion
So, Supreme Court is only hearing arguments today/ correct?
By FarPoint - 14 hrs ago
So, Supreme Court is only hearing arguments today/ correct?
By FarPoint - 14 hrs ago
American History
On this day, April 25, 1945, United States and Soviet troops met in Torgau and Strehla along the Elbe River.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 14 hrs ago
On this day, April 25, 1945, United States and Soviet troops met in Torgau and Strehla along the Elbe River.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 14 hrs ago
General Discussion
Why do I think that there is Russian/Right Wing influence and or money pushing the pro Hamas protesters?
By Botany - 14 hrs ago
Why do I think that there is Russian/Right Wing influence and or money pushing the pro Hamas protesters?
By Botany - 14 hrs ago
General Discussion
What witnesses told special counsel about handling of classified info
By struggle4progress - 14 hrs ago
What witnesses told special counsel about handling of classified info
By struggle4progress - 14 hrs ago
General Discussion
NYT reporter says their nonstop coverage of Biden's age is retribution
By bigtree - 14 hrs ago
NYT reporter says their nonstop coverage of Biden's age is retribution
By bigtree - 14 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Trump Media has gotten Congress involved in its crusade against short sellers
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Trump Media has gotten Congress involved in its crusade against short sellers
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Latest Breaking News
Johnson: Republicans 'don't have a functioning majority' in the House
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago
Johnson: Republicans 'don't have a functioning majority' in the House
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago
General Discussion
It is just great that MEN are arguing for the Idaho Abortion ban & emergency care
By JohnSJ - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
It is just great that MEN are arguing for the Idaho Abortion ban & emergency care
By JohnSJ - 25 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
House Speaker Johnson wants the National Guard to attack student protestors
By RAB910 - 14 hrs ago
House Speaker Johnson wants the National Guard to attack student protestors
By RAB910 - 14 hrs ago
General Discussion
Israeli airstrikes and tank shelling kill 9 in Gaza, including 2 children
By David__77 - 14 hrs ago
Israeli airstrikes and tank shelling kill 9 in Gaza, including 2 children
By David__77 - 14 hrs ago
General Discussion
I get the feeling Trump knows he's going to jail for contempt
By Mr.WeRP - 75 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
I get the feeling Trump knows he's going to jail for contempt
By Mr.WeRP - 75 replies @ 14 hrs ago (Milestone)
Liberal YouTubers
TRUMP'S ALREADY WON TODAY'S SUPREME COURT 'PRESIDENTIAL IMMUNITY' Countdown with Keith Olbermann
By ihaveaquestion - 14 hrs ago
TRUMP'S ALREADY WON TODAY'S SUPREME COURT 'PRESIDENTIAL IMMUNITY' Countdown with Keith Olbermann
By ihaveaquestion - 14 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
James Comer Gets Hilariously Mocked For Hoping Jesus Will Save Him From Failed Impeachment Probe - Waldorf Nation
By TexasTowelie - 14 hrs ago
James Comer Gets Hilariously Mocked For Hoping Jesus Will Save Him From Failed Impeachment Probe - Waldorf Nation
By TexasTowelie - 14 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Justice Clarence Thomas chooses not to recuse himself from another January 6-related case
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago
Justice Clarence Thomas chooses not to recuse himself from another January 6-related case
By BumRushDaShow - 14 hrs ago
American History
On this day, April 25, 1946, 45 people were killed and some 125 were injured in a train wreck in Naperville, Illinois.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 14 hrs ago
On this day, April 25, 1946, 45 people were killed and some 125 were injured in a train wreck in Naperville, Illinois.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 14 hrs ago
General Discussion
Ex-Trump Aide Offers Macabre Characterization Of What Happens To All His Loyal Aides
By Tom of Temecula - 15 hrs ago
Ex-Trump Aide Offers Macabre Characterization Of What Happens To All His Loyal Aides
By Tom of Temecula - 15 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
'Seagull Boy', nine, wins European screeching competition
By mahatmakanejeeves - 15 hrs ago
'Seagull Boy', nine, wins European screeching competition
By mahatmakanejeeves - 15 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
LIVE: TRUMP ON TRIAL - Day 7 - Meidas Touch - Scheduled for Thurs 4/25 8:30 AM ET
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
LIVE: TRUMP ON TRIAL - Day 7 - Meidas Touch - Scheduled for Thurs 4/25 8:30 AM ET
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
General Discussion
The con will be paying legal bills, fines, etc.. for the rest of his life
By Beachnutt - 15 hrs ago
The con will be paying legal bills, fines, etc.. for the rest of his life
By Beachnutt - 15 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Tough new EPA rules would force coal-fired power plants to capture emissions or shut down
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago
Tough new EPA rules would force coal-fired power plants to capture emissions or shut down
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago
General Discussion
Is Trump taking Ozempic? One reporter said he's looking thinner in court.
By skip fox - 15 hrs ago
Is Trump taking Ozempic? One reporter said he's looking thinner in court.
By skip fox - 15 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
'I shouldn't have said that': Biden pokes fun at Trump's hair during event - Morning Joe - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
'I shouldn't have said that': Biden pokes fun at Trump's hair during event - Morning Joe - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Trump allies indicted in Arizona 2020 election probe - Morning Joe - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
Trump allies indicted in Arizona 2020 election probe - Morning Joe - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 15 hrs ago
General Discussion
I assume the conman was out campaigning (whining) yesterday
By Beachnutt - 15 hrs ago
I assume the conman was out campaigning (whining) yesterday
By Beachnutt - 15 hrs ago
Economy
U.S. economic growth likely continued into 2024. New GDP figures this a.m. expected to show strong but slowing economy.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 15 hrs ago
U.S. economic growth likely continued into 2024. New GDP figures this a.m. expected to show strong but slowing economy.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 15 hrs ago
General Discussion
The real test of the Supreme Court will decide on Trump's fate today!
By imanamerican63 - 15 hrs ago
The real test of the Supreme Court will decide on Trump's fate today!
By imanamerican63 - 15 hrs ago
General Discussion
"British Army provides update after Household Cavalry horses rampage through London"
By A HERETIC I AM - 15 hrs ago
"British Army provides update after Household Cavalry horses rampage through London"
By A HERETIC I AM - 15 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
The man who audited Trump's social media company misspelled his own name in 14 different ways: FT
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago
The man who audited Trump's social media company misspelled his own name in 14 different ways: FT
By BumRushDaShow - 15 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
States find a downside to mandatory reporting laws meant to protect children
By sl8 - 15 hrs ago
States find a downside to mandatory reporting laws meant to protect children
By sl8 - 15 hrs ago
General Discussion
In Immunity Case, Trump Can Lose in Ways That Amount to a Win (NYT)
By dalton99a - 15 hrs ago
In Immunity Case, Trump Can Lose in Ways That Amount to a Win (NYT)
By dalton99a - 15 hrs ago
Omaha Steve's Labor Group
Biden cracks jokes about Trump's hair, acquires another major union endorsement
By Omaha Steve - 15 hrs ago
Biden cracks jokes about Trump's hair, acquires another major union endorsement
By Omaha Steve - 15 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
I'm having major back surgery tomorrow
By JMCKUSICK - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
I'm having major back surgery tomorrow
By JMCKUSICK - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
Latest Breaking News
U.S. House speaker confronts anti-war protesters at Columbia University
By Omaha Steve - 15 hrs ago
U.S. House speaker confronts anti-war protesters at Columbia University
By Omaha Steve - 15 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
11 indicted in Arizona 2020 election probe
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
11 indicted in Arizona 2020 election probe
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 15 hrs ago (Milestone)
Science
Algorithm ranks peer reviewers by reputation -- but critics warn of bias
By sl8 - 15 hrs ago
Algorithm ranks peer reviewers by reputation -- but critics warn of bias
By sl8 - 15 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Animals get stressed during eclipses. But not for the reason you think
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
Animals get stressed during eclipses. But not for the reason you think
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
General Discussion
Amazon warehouse workers in Alabama might get a third try at unionizing
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
Amazon warehouse workers in Alabama might get a third try at unionizing
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris hospitalized after exhibiting "distressing behavior," officials say
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago
Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris hospitalized after exhibiting "distressing behavior," officials say
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
Huge scandal! Shoigu deputy arrested! Putin's inner circle falls apart. Total desertion of Z-Army - The Russian Dude
By TexasTowelie - 16 hrs ago
Huge scandal! Shoigu deputy arrested! Putin's inner circle falls apart. Total desertion of Z-Army - The Russian Dude
By TexasTowelie - 16 hrs ago
General Discussion
"What man accepts he must be dying before receiving medical care? Is losing his reproductive organs an acceptable loss?
By riversedge - 16 hrs ago
"What man accepts he must be dying before receiving medical care? Is losing his reproductive organs an acceptable loss?
By riversedge - 16 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
Why is Spain's prime minister considering resigning from office?
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
Why is Spain's prime minister considering resigning from office?
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
General Discussion
Exclusive: China harbors ship tied to North Korea-Russia arms transfers, satellite images show
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
Exclusive: China harbors ship tied to North Korea-Russia arms transfers, satellite images show
By sl8 - 16 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Authoritarians Could Steal the 2024 Election Without Firing a Shot - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago
Authoritarians Could Steal the 2024 Election Without Firing a Shot - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
Burkina Faso army massacred 223 villagers in revenge attack - HRW
By muriel_volestrangler - 16 hrs ago
Burkina Faso army massacred 223 villagers in revenge attack - HRW
By muriel_volestrangler - 16 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Pelosi says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "should resign"
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Pelosi says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "should resign"
By BumRushDaShow - 25 replies @ 16 hrs ago (Milestone)
Latest Breaking News
Gateway Pundit files for bankruptcy after election conspiracy defamation lawsuits
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago
Gateway Pundit files for bankruptcy after election conspiracy defamation lawsuits
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump White House Insider Miles Taylor DEBUNKS Biggest Trump Lie - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago
Trump White House Insider Miles Taylor DEBUNKS Biggest Trump Lie - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 16 hrs ago
General Discussion
NH: As lawmakers contemplate requiring voter ID, one organization is ready to help
By RandySF - 16 hrs ago
NH: As lawmakers contemplate requiring voter ID, one organization is ready to help
By RandySF - 16 hrs ago
General Discussion
Germany says it will resume coordination with UNRWA
By Donkees - 25 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Germany says it will resume coordination with UNRWA
By Donkees - 25 replies @ 17 hrs ago (Milestone)
Israel/Palestine
Shot by Israeli troops while getting aid, a boy in Gaza fights for his life
By David__77 - 17 hrs ago
Shot by Israeli troops while getting aid, a boy in Gaza fights for his life
By David__77 - 17 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Williams-Sonoma fined $3.18 million dollars for falsely labeling products as 'Made in USA'
By BumRushDaShow - 17 hrs ago
Williams-Sonoma fined $3.18 million dollars for falsely labeling products as 'Made in USA'
By BumRushDaShow - 17 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Rep. Justin J. Pearson on Tennessee's new bill allowing teachers to carry guns - Scripps News
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
Rep. Justin J. Pearson on Tennessee's new bill allowing teachers to carry guns - Scripps News
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
2nd tweet--Do you remember this adorable video from a couple of years ago?
By tblue37 - 17 hrs ago
2nd tweet--Do you remember this adorable video from a couple of years ago?
By tblue37 - 17 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Anne Applebaum: The GOP's Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win - Amanpour and Company PBS
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
Anne Applebaum: The GOP's Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win - Amanpour and Company PBS
By Rhiannon12866 - 17 hrs ago
Forum Spotlight: Omaha Steve's Labor Group
New overtime rule may not survive expected court challengeNational COSH Announces "Dirty Dozen" Unsafe Employers for 2024
Death on the Job
Latest Breaking News
House Republicans unveil aid bills for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan as Johnson pushes forward
Apr 17 - CBS News
Apr 17 - CBS News
An NPR editor who wrote a critical essay on the company has resigned after being suspended
Apr 17 - AP
Apr 17 - AP
Supreme Court makes it easier to sue for job discrimination over forced transfers
Apr 17 - ABC News/AP
Apr 17 - ABC News/AP
Hunter Biden appealing judge's resounding refusal to throw out gun indictment based on 'immunity'
Apr 17 - Law & Crime
Apr 17 - Law & Crime
Democrats who investigated Trump say they expect to face arrest, retaliation if he wins presidency
Apr 17 - CBS News
Apr 17 - CBS News
US submits assurances to UK over Julian Assange extradition, moving case forward again
Apr 17 - ABC News
Apr 17 - ABC News
Exclusive: Mayorkas' newest weapon against the explosion of online child sex exploitation
Apr 17 - USA Today
Apr 17 - USA Today
Russia-linked hacking group suspected of carrying out cyberattack on Texas water facility, cybersecurity firm says
Apr 17 - CNN Politics
Apr 17 - CNN Politics
Baltimore suing owner and operator of cargo ship involved in Key Bridge collapse
Apr 17 - UK Independent
Apr 17 - UK Independent
Bob Graham, former Florida governor and US senator with a common touch, dies at 87
Apr 17 - Yahoo/USA Today
Apr 17 - Yahoo/USA Today
San Diego mayor to pay $10,500 fine for not disclosing donations he solicited, including to his nonprofit
Apr 17 - San Diego Union-Tribune
Apr 17 - San Diego Union-Tribune
Trump Media launching Truth Social streaming service, where it says creators "won't be cancelled"
Apr 16 - CBS News
Apr 16 - CBS News
Finance Dems accuse Republican AGs of abusing authority to get records of transgender minors
Apr 16 - The Hill
Apr 16 - The Hill
Coal miners have long faced risk of black lung disease. Now they're getting new protections
Apr 16 - AP
Apr 16 - AP
Senate Democrats and allies have plans for over $300 million in fall ad reservations
Apr 16 - CNN Politics
Apr 16 - CNN Politics
United Airlines reports $124 million loss in a quarter marred by grounding of some Boeing planes
Apr 16 - Associated Press Finance, via Yahoo! Finance
Apr 16 - Associated Press Finance, via Yahoo! Finance
Republican governors from six states condemn UAW campaigns, citing potential for layoffs
Apr 16 - CNBC
Apr 16 - CNBC
First 7 jurors seated in Trump trial as judge warns former president about comments
Apr 16 - CBS News
Apr 16 - CBS News
Trump lawyers acknowledge civil fraud bond was issued without 'certificate of qualification'
Apr 16 - Law & Crime
Apr 16 - Law & Crime
Congressional minority caucuses call for data on government spending on contractors
Apr 16 - The Hill
Apr 16 - The Hill