AlterNet
Rubio may be Trump's 'good cop' — but their goal is the same: analysis
Trump's "empire" ambitions exposed by Mehdi Hasan, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivers a 22-minute ode to conquest and colonialism.
Feb 17, 2026
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AlterNet
Trump's reckoning could come via a new 'trap of his own making': analysis
Trump faces "maximum danger" as Epstein files fallout intensifies, with testimonies from Les Wexner and Bill Gates looming.
Feb 17, 2026
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Trump blitzes timeline with Jesse Jackson photos after whining about being called ‘racist’
Trump posts photos with Jesse Jackson after being called "racist".
Feb 17, 2026
AlterNet
New court filing slams Trump DOJ’s election raid as 'woefully short' on evidence
Trump's DOJ faces backlash as Fulton County, Georgia, slams "woefully short" evidence in election raid, demanding return of 2020 ballots. FBI's seizure sparks constitutional violation claims.
Feb 17, 2026
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Evidence emerges that regretful Trump voters looking to punish GOP: 'Not just the House'
Some Trump voters regret their choice and may punish the GOP.
Feb 17, 2026
AlterNet
GOP senator mocked for kissing up to Trump
Senator Tommy Tuberville sparks outrage with "embarrassing" tribute to Trump, sparking calls to "get off his knees" with a petition to rename Presidents Day as "President Donald J. Trump Day".
Feb 17, 2026
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Top DHS propagandist Tricia McLaughlin to leave Trump administration
Tricia McLaughlin to leave Trump administration.
Feb 17, 2026
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Trump demands to be asked 'politely' before giving federal aid for major sewage spill
Trump demands polite request for federal aid amid sewage spill.
Feb 17, 2026
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MAGA hosts claim Barack Obama is 'reptile person' — just days after Trump's ape gaffe
MAGA hosts claim Barack Obama is 'reptile person' — just days after Trump's ape gaffe
Feb 17, 2026
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'You lost your mind?' MAGA descends into major freak-out as Trump praises Jesse Jackson
'You lost your mind?' MAGA descends into major freak-out as Trump praises Jesse Jackson
Feb 17, 2026
AlterNet
Trump suffers very bad week after failing easiest legal hurdle: former federal prosecutor
Trump's "bad week" intensifies as grand jury rejects charges, defying his claims of "sedition". Former federal prosecutor James D. Zirin slams Trump's attempts to harass opponents.
Feb 17, 2026
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Colbert Blasts CBS for Cowering to Trump, Refusing to Air Interview With Texas Senate Candidate
Colbert Blasts CBS for Cowering to Trump, Refusing to Air Interview With Texas Senate Candidate
Feb 17, 2026
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'Sleep tight!' MAGA hopeful taunted as lawmakers order probe into Epstein links
'Sleep tight!' MAGA hopeful taunted as lawmakers order probe into Epstein links
Feb 17, 2026
Salon
Trump’s “Mission Accomplished” moment gives Democrats an opening
Donald Trump falsely claims to have "fixed" the affordability crisis, echoing George W. Bush's infamous "Mission Accomplished" moment, with 53% of Americans saying the economy is getting worse, according to a recent YouGov poll.
Feb 17, 2026
AlterNet
Trump throwing away major defense asset: ex-Army commander
Trump is "throwing away" a major defense asset, says ex-Army commander Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, as US-European alliances suffer under the current administration.
Feb 17, 2026
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Trump claims partial credit for Jesse Jackson’s success in self-pitying rant
Trump claims credit for Jesse Jackson's success, criticizes Obama.
Feb 17, 2026
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Trump admin still privately relies on international group it moved to decimate: insider
Trump admin still privately relies on international group it moved to decimate: insider
Feb 17, 2026
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Trump ups pressure on Kyiv as Russia, Ukraine hold peace talks in Geneva
Russia, Ukraine hold peace talks. Kremlin eyes Ukrainian territory.
Feb 17, 2026
World Socialist Web Site
Trump threatens executive order to curb voting in midterm election
Trump threatens to issue an executive order to impose voter ID requirements, sparking outrage and concerns of voter suppression in the 2026 midterm election.
Feb 17, 2026
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Judge orders Trump administration to restore Philadelphia slavery exhibit
Judge orders restoration of Philadelphia slavery exhibit.
Feb 17, 2026
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Trump's niece slams White House's 'wannabe mafia boss' message on President's Day
Trump's niece slams White House's 'wannabe mafia boss' message on President's Day
Feb 17, 2026
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Trump says he will be involved ‘indirectly’ in Iran nuclear talks
Trump to be involved in Iran nuclear talks. Talks are set for Geneva.
Feb 17, 2026
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Rachel Maddow gleeful as courts deliver Presidents' Day 'present' smacking down Trump
Rachel Maddow discusses a court ruling against Trump. BULLEETS: • A federal court ruled against Trump's efforts to remove exhibits about slavery from a historic site in Philadelphia. • The site is the location of the first presidential house, where George Washington had enslaved people, and the court ordered the Trump administration to put references to slaves and slavery back up.
Feb 17, 2026
AlterNet
Revealed: Trump already made plans to personally profit off of airport name change
Trump seeks to profit from airport name change, filing trademarks for "President Donald J. Trump International Airport" and "DJT".
Feb 17, 2026
The Guardian US
Trump news at a glance: Ukraine must reach a deal with Russia ‘fast’, says president before trilateral talks
Trump demands Ukraine reach deal with Russia "fast" as US-brokered talks loom, with envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner set to meet in Geneva.
Feb 17, 2026
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Steve Bannon lands in hot legal waters with MAGA memecoin: report
Steve Bannon faces legal issues over a memecoin.
Feb 17, 2026
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Conservative warns MAGA against electoral 'suicide' with 'serial adulterer of ill repute'
Erick Erickson warns MAGA against supporting Ken Paxton.
Feb 17, 2026
Axios
Trump and Maryland Gov. Moore trade barbs over Potomac River sewage spill blame
Trump clashes with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore over Potomac River sewage spill, blaming "Gross Mismanagement" of local leaders.
Feb 17, 2026
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MAGA activist's boasts about 'delivering' swing state for Trump unravel with new study
MAGA activist Scott Presler's claims are disputed.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
'Insulting': Fox News panel implodes after guest debunks Trump's voter ID argument
Fox News panel implodes as Leslie Marshall debunks Trump's voter ID argument, citing only 1 undocumented immigrant voted in 24 years.
Feb 16, 2026
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Trump-supporting mayor faces deportation threat for illegally voting: 'Yeah, I did it'
A Trump-supporting mayor faces deportation for allegedly voting illegally.
Feb 16, 2026
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As Companies Plot Price Hikes, GOP Congress Urged to End Trump Tariffs
US companies plan price hikes due to Trump tariffs.
Feb 16, 2026
Common Dreams $
Comparing Trump Admin to Ministry of Truth in Orwell's 1984, Judge Orders Slavery Exhibits Restored
Judge orders slavery exhibits restored, compares Trump admin to 1984's Ministry of Truth.
Feb 16, 2026
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Trump Blames Popular Black Democrat for Potomac River Sewage Spill
Trump blames MD Governor Wes Moore for Potomac River sewage spill.
Feb 16, 2026
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Exclusive: Hamas Says It Will Not Unilaterally Disarm as Trump and Netanyahu Threaten a Return to Full-Scale War
Hamas refuses to disarm unilaterally.
Feb 16, 2026
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Newsom masterminding scheme to 'bait' Trump into bringing down his empire: strategist
Gov. Gavin Newsom is trolling Trump, with a strategist saying there's a method to it.
Feb 16, 2026
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A top Trump ally just gave the game away on elections — and the media ignored it
A top Trump ally just gave the game away on elections — and the media ignored it
Feb 16, 2026
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‘MAGA loudmouths’ make big admission about Trump endorsements: report
‘MAGA loudmouths’ make big admission about Trump endorsements: report
Feb 16, 2026
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Enraged Trump blasts blue state governor for 'massive ecological disaster'
Enraged Trump blasts blue state governor for 'massive ecological disaster'
Feb 16, 2026
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Kansas Mayor Who Voted for Trump as Noncitizen Faces Felony Charges
Kansas Mayor Who Voted for Trump as Noncitizen Faces Felony Charges
Feb 16, 2026
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Major act of defiance against Trump in GOP-controlled state flagged by legal scholar
Georgia Supreme Court defies Trump, upholds disbarment of Jan. 6 rioter.
Feb 16, 2026
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Rights Groups Urge Court to Prevent Trump DOJ From Misusing Voter Files Seized in Georgia
Rights groups urge court to restrict Trump DOJ's use of seized voter files.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
Trump mocked for 'unhinged tantrum' as 'Trump Station' story shifts again
Trump unleashes "unhinged tantrum" over renaming Penn Station to "Trump Station", contradicting White House claims.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
Legal expert cheers as MAGA lawyer disbarred for Jan. 6 riot
MAGA lawyer William McCall Calhoun Jr. disbarred for Jan. 6 riot role, hailed as "truly heartening" by legal expert Steven Lubet.
Feb 16, 2026
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George W. Bush launches subtle Presidents' Day digs at Trump
George W. Bush launches subtle Presidents' Day digs at Trump
Feb 16, 2026
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Trump's most lethal sidekick is hunting enemies. She can start with me
Robert Reich criticizes ICE enforcement.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
'Backlash': How Trump 'became toxic' with MAGA equivalents in Europe
Trump "becomes toxic" in Europe, with only 16% of Europeans considering the US an ally, according to historian Max Boot. Trump's meddling sparks backlash among European far-right leaders, including denunciations from France and Germany.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
Experts issue code red warning on US midterm elections
Experts warn US democracy is at risk as Trump administration drags nation into "electoral autocracy". Staffan I. Lindberg says the US has already crossed the threshold.
Feb 16, 2026
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Right-wing news network faceplants as bid to suck up to Trump with big name hire blows up
Right-wing news network faceplants as bid to suck up to Trump with big name hire blows up
Feb 16, 2026
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Judges Have Ruled That Over 4,400 ICE Detentions Since October Were Illegal
ICE custody has surged 75% since Trump took office.
Feb 16, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Tom Homan Plays Dumb On That Whole 'Warrant' Thing
Trump lackey Tom Homan defends ICE breaking into homes without warrants, citing faulty logic. ICE agents use administrative warrants to make arrests, but these don't authorize forceful entry.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
What MAGA gets painfully wrong about dads
VP JD Vance and Elon Musk promote toxic "natalist" ideology, prioritizing quantity over quality in fatherhood. MAGA movement's far-right stance on contraception and parenting sparks criticism.
Feb 16, 2026
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Even deep red states are blocking Trump DOJ's aggressive voter push
Even deep red states are blocking Trump DOJ's aggressive voter push
Feb 16, 2026
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John Fetterman Bends Reality in Desperate Attempt to Defend Trump
Senator John Fetterman defends Trump, claiming he hasn't defied court orders.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
Plan launched to further use of the courts to oppose Trump's agenda
Legal expert Jeffrey Toobin urges Democrats to use courts to oppose Trump's agenda, citing 235 federal judges nominated by Biden.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
Death of whistleblower tied to Trump associate raises concerns about foul play
Whistleblower Suchir Balaji's suspicious death raises concerns about foul play, with Sam Altman and Elon Musk at odds over the circumstances.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
Republicans shift gears to pummel unpopular Trump policy
President Donald Trump faces backlash from Republicans and Democrats over his economically-damaging tariffs, with 3 GOP reps joining Dems to overturn them.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
One of Trump's quirky habits shared by many other American presidents
Trump's McDonald's obsession mirrors quirky habits of past US presidents, including Theodore Roosevelt's gallon of coffee per day and William H. Taft's 8,000 calorie diet.
Feb 16, 2026
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Ex-White House cardiologist hits RFK Jr. head-on over latest food scare
Ex-White House cardiologist criticizes RFK Jr. over food scare comments.
Feb 16, 2026
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This stark choice will guarantee Trump's downfall
This stark choice will guarantee Trump's downfall
Feb 16, 2026
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Gavin Newsom claims Trump is resigned to getting 'shellacked' at midterms: 'He knows that'
Gavin Newsom predicts Trump will get "shellacked" in midterms.
Feb 16, 2026
AlterNet
Trump admin spooking people out of filing for Social Security: report
Trump admin orders Social Security staff to share beneficiary appointment details with ICE, sparking outrage.
Feb 16, 2026
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Trump is 'botching' key issue — and that's finally 'sunk in' for MAGA: ex-GOP strategist
Trump is 'botching' key issue — and that's finally 'sunk in' for MAGA: ex-GOP strategist
Feb 16, 2026
The Guardian US
Republicans and Democrats unite to condemn Trump’s attacks on allies
Trump faces rare backlash from US politicians, including Republicans, at Munich Security Conference, with Hillary Clinton and Gavin Newsom leading the charge, calling his actions "destructive" and urging Europe to stand up to him.
Feb 16, 2026
NPR
Concerns over autocracy in the U.S. continue to grow
President Trump's actions spark concerns of autocracy in the US, with experts like Steven Levitsky warning of "competitive authoritarianism".
Feb 16, 2026
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US forces board tanker in Indian Ocean that fled Trump’s Venezuela blockade
US boards tanker, Veronica III.
Feb 16, 2026
Responsible Statecraft
US working to expand control over Compact states in the Pacific
The US is quietly expanding control over Pacific island states, with lawmakers like Representative Jared Huffman warning of "a colonial conquest binge" as the Trump administration seeks to strengthen military presence in Palau, the Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia.
Feb 16, 2026
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Lawyers urge federal court to stop Trump's latest 'chill on voting rights'
Lawyers filed a motion to stop Trump's "chill on voting rights".
Feb 16, 2026
World Socialist Web Site
Thomas “TJ” Sabula is back at work--but the lessons must be learned
Thomas "TJ" Sabula returns to work after being suspended for calling Donald Trump a "pedophile protector" during the president's January 13 tour of the Dearborn Truck Plant. Over $800,000 was raised in support of Sabula through GoFundMe donations.
Feb 16, 2026
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Ex-judge reveals how Trump stacked the deck against immigration officials
Ex-judge reveals Trump's impact on immigration officials.
Feb 16, 2026
World Socialist Web Site
Congress deepens social counterrevolution with assault on D.C. home rule and budget
Congress overrides DC's tax plan, blowing a $600 million hole in the city's finances, as President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" tax program takes hold.
Feb 16, 2026
The Guardian US
Trump news at a glance: EU chief hits back after US claims of Europe’s ‘civilisational erasure’
EU chief Kaja Kallas slams US "euro-bashing" claims, rejecting "civilisational erasure" narrative.
Feb 16, 2026
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Analyst flustered by ex-Trump official's galling admission: 'Ludicrous on its face'
Former Trump official's quote sparks criticism.
Feb 16, 2026
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Trump's ICE horrifies detained ex-Marine's lawyer: 'This process raises red flags'
Trump's ICE horrifies detained ex-Marine's lawyer: 'This process raises red flags'
Feb 16, 2026
Axios
Pelosi's new campaign: Boost Newsom for 2028
Nancy Pelosi is backing Gavin Newsom for a 2028 White House bid, leveraging her strong donor network to boost the California governor.
Feb 15, 2026
Raw Story
Ex-GOP strategist makes wild claims about Dem candidate: 'It was a betrayal'
Ex-GOP strategist Cheri Jacobus accuses Dem candidate George Conway of betraying NeverTrumpers, alleges involvement in Trump's scheme to appoint Brett Kavanaugh.
Feb 15, 2026
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Trump's acting ICE Director hit with brutal fact-check over Colorado operation claims
Trump's acting ICE Director hit with brutal fact-check over Colorado operation claims
Feb 15, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Trump Reportedly Lashing Out At Tim Scott And Katie Britt
Trump lashes out at Senators Tim Scott and Katie Britt for condemning his racist post depicting the Obamas as apes.
Feb 15, 2026
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Trump ally's wife accidently ignites 'insane' scandal: 'He was married to his first wife'
Trump ally's wife sparks scandal with social media post.
Feb 15, 2026
The Guardian US
Trump touts climate savings but new rule set to push up US prices
Trump guts climate rules, claiming $1.3bn savings, but experts warn of higher gas prices. US environmental secretary Lee Zeldin backs the repeal.
Feb 15, 2026
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A pardon for a price? How Donald Trump has reimagined presidential clemency
Trump's clemency approach is transactional. Critics have warned.
Feb 15, 2026
ScheerPost
“Tyrants Hate Truth”: Austin Sarat on the New War Against Academic Freedom
Austin Sarat warns that academic freedom in the US is under the greatest attack in 75 years, echoing the McCarthy era, with the Trump administration leading the charge.
Feb 15, 2026
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‘Clown show’: Obama reacts to Trump sharing racist monkey video
Obama reacts to racist video.
Feb 15, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Trump's Thugs Want To Create An Airborne Minneapolis In El Paso
Trump vows to launch land strikes on Mexican cartels, sparking invasion fears. President Trump threatens to send US military to Mexico.
Feb 14, 2026
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Trump relative drops warning: 'I've watched Donald weaponize this strategy my entire life'
Mary Trump warns about Donald Trump's strategy.
Feb 14, 2026
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Here's why Trump is dangerously wrong about how climate change threatens our health
Here's why Trump is dangerously wrong about how climate change threatens our health
Feb 14, 2026
Mother Jones
US Military Strikes Another Boat in the Caribbean Sea, Killing 3
US military kills 3 in 39th boat attack in 6 months, sparking outrage over "extrajudicial killings" in the Caribbean Sea. President Donald Trump's administration faces criticism for targeting civilians without evidence.
Feb 14, 2026
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These Trump worshipers know he's really at war with their faith
Trump took credit for Bible sales at the National Prayer Breakfast.
Feb 14, 2026
AlterNet
Trump’s 'strategic breakthrough' with China smells like 'collapse: analysis
Trump's "strategic breakthrough" with China on soybean exports is a "collapse" in disguise, says Natalie Winters, with US exports down 99% from historical levels.
Feb 14, 2026
AlterNet
Trump deploys charade he learned from his devious mentor
Trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act, escalating tensions with Minneapolis protests, as he follows lessons from mentor Roy Cohn.
Feb 14, 2026
ScheerPost
Trump’s EPA decides climate change doesn’t endanger public health – the evidence says otherwise
Trump's EPA rescinds 2009 endangerment finding, dismissing climate change's threat to public health, despite evidence of rising heat deaths and extreme weather events.
Feb 14, 2026
World Socialist Web Site
Trump administration rescinds EPA Endangerment Finding: Corporate America’s license to kill
Trump administration rescinds EPA's 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, allowing Corporate America to freely pollute, potentially killing 58,000 more Americans by 2055.
Feb 14, 2026
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'Feeling like a big man!' Jen Psaki trolls Trump DHS shadow leader over 'wild' demand
'Feeling like a big man!' Jen Psaki trolls Trump DHS shadow leader over 'wild' demand
Feb 14, 2026
Axios
U.S. and Iran set to hold second round of nuclear talks in Geneva
President Trump demands "zero enrichment" as US and Iran prepare for second round of nuclear talks in Geneva. Trump warns of "something very tough" if a deal isn't reached.
Feb 14, 2026
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Secret meetings between Trump lawyers and Missouri prosecutor exposed before Georgia raid
Trump lawyers met with Missouri prosecutor to discuss election integrity.
Feb 13, 2026
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Trump uncorks wild Supreme Court warning in Truth Social meltdown
Trump uncorks wild Supreme Court warning in Truth Social meltdown
Feb 13, 2026
AlterNet
'You can't do that!' Trump reveals 'obvious' sign Noem and Lewandowski may be dating
Trump accuses DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and advisor Corey Lewandowski of secretly dating, citing a shared soda can as "obvious" evidence.
Feb 13, 2026
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Trump's Concentration Camp Build-Out Includes Nearly $40 Billion for Warehouse Conversions
Trump's Concentration Camp Build-Out Includes Nearly $40 Billion for Warehouse Conversions
Feb 13, 2026
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Historian fears Trump 'won't allow' Dems to win as US takes 'big step' toward dictatorship
Historian fears Trump 'won't allow' Dems to win as US takes 'big step' toward dictatorship
Feb 13, 2026
AlterNet
Trump demands new presidential portrait despite old one remaining secret
Trump demands new presidential portrait, rejecting existing one by artist Ronald Sherr, amid controversy over Smithsonian's handling of his legacy.
Feb 13, 2026
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Trump Dodges When Asked About Land Strikes: “Don’t Worry About It”
Trump Dodges When Asked About Land Strikes: “Don’t Worry About It”
Feb 13, 2026
AlterNet
Trump will 'not allow Democrats to take control' if they win midterms: conservative
Conservative historian Robert Kagan warns Trump will "not allow Democrats to take control" if they win the 2026 midterms, taking a "big step into dictatorship". Trump's plan may disrupt free and fair elections, Kagan says.
Feb 13, 2026
AlterNet
War game reveals Trump would allow Russia to conquer Europe
Trump's NATO policy allows Russia to conquer Europe in war game, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio prioritizing avoidance of conflict over defense.
Feb 13, 2026
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Warren Says Trump DOJ Ouster of Antitrust Chief ‘Looks Like Corruption’ as Lobbyists, Wall St Rejoice
Warren Says Trump DOJ Ouster of Antitrust Chief ‘Looks Like Corruption’ as Lobbyists, Wall St Rejoice
Feb 13, 2026
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Internet probe shows Karoline Leavitt may be Bad Bunny fan: 'She lowkey loves him'
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Bad Bunny, but used his song on Instagram.
Feb 13, 2026
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Trump Has Spent $40 Million in Secretive Deals Deporting Hundreds of People to Third Countries
Trump administration spent $40 million on secretive deportation deals.
Feb 13, 2026
AlterNet
German leader rips Trump for 'rupture' between US and Europe
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz rips Trump's policies, warning of a "rupture" between the US and Europe, citing the MAGA movement's "culture war" as a key factor.
Feb 13, 2026
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Kristi Noem enrages Trump with secret 'cabinet meetings' behind president's back
Kristi Noem's secret meetings enrage Trump.
Feb 13, 2026
AlterNet
Republicans quietly fretting as Trump policy worsens 'shaky' economy: report
Trump's tariffs spark anxiety among Republicans, with 6 GOP lawmakers breaking ranks to vote against the policy, citing harm to a "shaky" economy.
Feb 13, 2026
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Hispanic Caucus warns Minneapolis: Trump aide Homan lied about ICE drawdowns before
Border czar Tom Homan announces end of immigration crackdown in Minneapolis.
Feb 13, 2026
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Trump defends racist Obama video as 'very strong' documentation of key campaign claim
Trump defends racist Obama video as 'very strong' documentation of key campaign claim
Feb 13, 2026
Responsible Statecraft
Trump hasn't bombed Iran yet. He must be reading these polls.
Only 21% of Americans favor a US attack on Iran, with 49% opposed, as polls show Donald Trump lacks support for war.
Feb 13, 2026
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Trump Effort 'To Rig Our Elections Is Well Underway,' Experts Warn
Trump Effort 'To Rig Our Elections Is Well Underway,' Experts Warn
Feb 12, 2026
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Experts aghast as Trump rewards 'billionaire polluters' and makes Americans 'sicker'
Experts aghast as Trump rewards 'billionaire polluters' and makes Americans 'sicker'
Feb 12, 2026
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'It's chaos!' Ex-GOP governor warns Trump may cost Republicans more than just the House
'It's chaos!' Ex-GOP governor warns Trump may cost Republicans more than just the House
Feb 12, 2026
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‘Pure Corruption Reigns’ at Trump DOJ as Top Antitrust Official Gail Slater Ousted
‘Pure Corruption Reigns’ at Trump DOJ as Top Antitrust Official Gail Slater Ousted
Feb 12, 2026
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Senator has blunt warning for Trump prosecutor Jeanine Pirro: 'Preserve your records'
Senator has blunt warning for Trump prosecutor Jeanine Pirro: 'Preserve your records'
Feb 12, 2026
The Guardian US
Climate leaders condemn Trump EPA’s biggest rollback yet: ‘This is corruption’
Trump EPA sparks outrage with largest climate rollback yet, says Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, calling it "corruption".
Feb 12, 2026
AlterNet
Legal experts warn Trump push to strip critics of citizenship 'faces high legal hurdles'
Trump's push to strip critics of citizenship faces high legal hurdles, with experts warning it's unconstitutional and could chill free speech, targeting lawmakers like Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Feb 12, 2026
AlterNet
'Unprecedented': Expert condemns Trump admin's credibility crisis with judges
Trump administration faces "unprecedented" credibility crisis with judges after a grand jury rejects indictment of 6 Democratic lawmakers on Feb. 10, 2026.
Feb 12, 2026
The Guardian US
Six Republicans join Democrats in vote to block Donald Trump’s Canada tariffs - US politics live
Donald Trump warns Republicans of "consequences" as 6 join Democrats to block Canada tariffs.
Feb 12, 2026
Axios
Greenhouse gas emissions will keep falling despite Trump's climate rollback
President Trump's climate rollback won't stop US greenhouse gas emissions from falling 26-35% by 2035. Emissions will decline despite Trump's move to overturn the 2009 "endangerment finding".
Feb 12, 2026
CounterPunch
Trump Derangement Syndrome
Trump's "unhinged" behavior sparks fears of election manipulation, with 24 states passing restrictive voting laws since 2020. Historian Heather Cox Richardson warns of a looming crisis of democracy.
Feb 12, 2026
AlterNet
Trump wasting time on 'frivolities' while his voters abandon him: GOP strategist
Karl Rove warns Trump's "frivolities" may cost GOP the House, as Democrats need only 3 seats to flip control, with Trump's approval ratings sinking.
Feb 12, 2026
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'Worst in the world!' Enraged Trump takes another swipe at Canada
Trump blasts Canada as "worst in the world" in a scathing Truth Social post, calling for Republicans to protect his tariff regime.
Feb 11, 2026
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Melania delivers awkward order to sick kids during Valentine's visit: 'Don't be so quiet'
Melania Trump tells sick kids to "don't be so quiet" during Valentine's Day visit to NIH, amid criticism of Trump administration's funding cuts.
Feb 11, 2026
Al Jazeera
Struggling to get by: Behind the US underemployment crisis
Trump's tariffs spark US underemployment crisis, leaving millions struggling.
Feb 11, 2026
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Trump admin removes Miss USA star from post — she claims she was fired for her Catholicism
Trump admin removes Carrie Prejean Boller from Religious Liberty Commission post after she sparks controversy over Israel's war against Gaza.
Feb 11, 2026
AlterNet
Fox host struggles to defend Trump economy as guest delivers stark on-air warning to GOP
Former Gov. Nikki Haley warns GOP of looming midterm defeat as Fox News poll reveals 39% of Americans are worse off under Trump's economy.
Feb 11, 2026
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Far-right activist lays into MAGA's 'lying to themselves' fantasy about Kid Rock
Conservative activist Christopher Rufo slams MAGA's "lying to themselves" fantasy, saying Kid Rock's alternative Super Bowl halftime show didn't win the culture war, reaching only 6 million viewers.
Feb 11, 2026
Salon
MAGA blame game shows Trump in retreat
Trump blames staffers for racist post, exposing MAGA's crumbling blame game. President Donald Trump deleted a racist video and scapegoated an unnamed staffer, marking a rare retreat from his "never apologize" stance.
Feb 11, 2026
CounterPunch
Trump’s Politics and a Declining US Capitalism in 2026
Trump's second term reveals declining US capitalism, with class and race changes shaping the nation. Trump's presidency is a product of US politics and capitalism's downward trend.
Feb 11, 2026
Responsible Statecraft
Trump vs. the China hawks
Trump's China policy sparks panic among hawks, with key adviser Matthew Pottinger warning of a "bad bargain" with Beijing, as the president pursues a realist approach, allowing Nvidia AI chip sales to China.
Feb 11, 2026
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Trump's threat to Canada came hours after backroom meeting with billionaire competitor
Donald Trump threatens to block new $4.7 billion Gordie Howe International Bridge after meeting with billionaire Matthew Moroun, who owns competing Ambassador Bridge. Trump's move comes hours after Moroun's private meeting with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
Feb 10, 2026
AlterNet
Red state Republicans blame Trump's signature bill for massive budget crisis
Nebraska lawmakers face $471 million budget crisis, blaming Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" and Republican tax cuts for devastating health care cuts.
Feb 10, 2026
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MAGA warned it has an expiration date: 'Trumpism will not last'
NY Times columnist Michelle Cottle warns Trump's "MAGA movement" has an expiration date, citing his legacy of destruction over creation.
Feb 10, 2026
AlterNet
Ex-Trump national security adviser warns 'incoherent' foreign policy risks disaster
Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton slams "incoherent" foreign policy, warning of "disastrous consequences". Trump's approach risks global instability, says Bolton in a scathing Atlantic article.
Feb 10, 2026
Common Dreams
'War by Another Means': Union Movement Condemns Trump Economic Siege of Cuba
Trump's economic siege of Cuba sparks outrage, with 10 million workers condemning "war by other means".
Feb 10, 2026
The Guardian US
Local police aid ICE by tapping school cameras amid Trump’s immigration crackdown
Trump's ICE taps into school cameras, with local police aiding in immigration crackdown, revealing hundreds of thousands of searches.
Feb 10, 2026
CounterPunch
The Media is Whitewashing Trump’s Board of Peace
Trump's "Board of Peace" sparks outrage, perpetuating genocide in Gaza, with thousands of Palestinians slaughtered under his watch.
Feb 10, 2026
The Guardian US
‘I saw the writing on the wall’: Austria offers safe haven for US academics as Trump wages war on universities
Austria offers safe haven to US academics like Wali Malik, fleeing Trump's war on universities. Trump's policies spark brain drain, with other countries benefiting.
Feb 10, 2026
AlterNet
Trump admin escalates its war on young voters
Trump admin targets young voters with Tufts University probe, sparking claims of voter suppression ahead of midterms. Education Secretary Linda McMahon leads the charge.
Feb 9, 2026
AlterNet
Top international body warns Trump is taking 'wrecking ball' to US-led international order
Trump's "wrecking-ball politics" jeopardize world peace, warns Munich Security Conference, citing destabilization of Europe and Indo-Pacific.
Feb 9, 2026
AlterNet
Judge orders release of evidence Trump’s DOJ used to raid Georgia elections office
Judge orders release of evidence used in Trump's DOJ raid on Georgia elections office, potentially revealing flaws in the warrant.
Feb 9, 2026
AlterNet
MAGA loses the culture war — and Trump loses the plot
Trump loses to Bad Bunny as 134M watch halftime show, outdrawing Kid Rock's 4% viewership.
Feb 9, 2026
Raw Story $
'Detached' Trump 'seems not to care' about impending GOP doom in midterms: sources
Trump's $300 million midterm war chest remains untapped as sources claim he "seems not to care" about GOP doom in November.
Feb 9, 2026
AlterNet
Trump facing 'massive backlash' against 'hard-edged right-wing culture'
President Donald Trump faces massive backlash for sharing a racist AI-generated video depicting former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes, sparking widespread criticism from both sides of the aisle. Trump's actions have led to a significant rejection of his hard-edged right-wing culture.
Feb 9, 2026
Raw Story $
This colossal eyesore is a fitting tribute to Trump's art of the steal
A 15-foot golden statue of Donald Trump, commissioned by crypto investors, symbolizes the "art of the steal" as Trump's crypto ventures reap billions amidst market collapse.
Feb 9, 2026
Raw Story $
Analyst issues dire warning about Trump's 'deportation trains' as Dems shift tone on ICE
Analyst David Shuster warns Democrats' shift on ICE may keep Trump's "deportation trains" running, urging bold action to defund DHS.
Feb 8, 2026
AlterNet
Trump 'the laughingstock' of polite society: NYT editorial
Trump sparks outrage with racist post, NYT columnist Jamelle Bouie calls him "the laughingstock" of polite society. Trump's late-night Truth Social video depicts Obama and Michelle as apes.
Feb 7, 2026
Axios
Netanyahu to hold urgent meeting with Trump Wednesday amid Iran negotiations
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President Trump Wednesday amid urgent Iran negotiations, seeking to influence a potential nuclear deal.
Feb 7, 2026
Raw Story $
Trump greenlights media merger critics say will have ‘devastating consequences’
Trump greenlights Nexstar-Tegna media merger despite warnings of "devastating consequences" for 80% of US households.
Feb 7, 2026
The Guardian US
Federal judge reverses Trump’s freeze on $16bn for NY-NJ tunnel project
Judge reverses Trump's $16bn freeze on NY-NJ tunnel project, thwarting reported demands for landmarks to be renamed after him. Trump's move blocked funding for critical rail links.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Trump Not Doing Damage Control Over Racist Video Very Well
Donald Trump sparks outrage with a racist video, further exposing his vile and discriminatory views. Trump's attempt at damage control falls flat, revealing his true character.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Trump Lashes Out Over Question About Racist Video He Posted
Trump lashes out over racist video backlash, refuses to apologize. Senator Tim Scott joins bipartisan criticism.
Feb 7, 2026
Raw Story $
These are the monsters who feed Trump, the beast of bigotry
Donald Trump shares racist video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, sparking outrage and demands for accountability from his corporate enablers, including CEOs like Tim Cook and Elon Musk.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Republicans Not Comfortable Defending Trump's Latest Racist Post
Donald Trump sparks outrage with racist post, leaving Republicans scrambling to defend him.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Republican Squirms When Asked About Trump's Latest 'Overtly Racist' Post
Donald Trump sparks outrage with "overtly racist" post featuring Obamas as apes on Truth Social, prompting rare Republican backlash.
Feb 7, 2026
AlterNet
'No means no': AZ official calls for resistance to new Trump scheme
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes refuses to hand over voter rolls to the Trump administration, citing "no means no" as the federal government attempts to nationalize elections.
Feb 7, 2026
Mother Jones
How Minneapolis Taught America to Fight Back
Minnesota resists Trump's immigration agenda with secretive grassroots systems, as reported by Mother Jones, with nurses like Emily adapting care for detained patients.
Feb 7, 2026
World Socialist Web Site
Trump posts racist video depicting the Obamas as apes
Trump sparks outrage with racist video depicting Obamas as apes, fueling white supremacist ideology. President Donald Trump posted a 62-second AI-generated video on his Truth Social account, ending with a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama.
Feb 7, 2026
World Socialist Web Site
Trump’s plan to purge the federal government and the threat of dictatorship
Trump purges 50,000 federal workers, sparking dictatorship fears. President Donald Trump's new rule strips job protections, allowing him to fire employees at will.
Feb 7, 2026
Mother Jones
Drive Racists Out of Public Life Forever, and Other Lessons From Black History
Employees at Philadelphia's Independence National Historical Park remove slavery signs, sparking outrage, after President Donald Trump's directive to root out "divisive, race-centered ideology" in national parks and museums.
Feb 7, 2026
Crooks and Liars
Three-Time Trump Voter Blasts Him Over Racist Obama Video
Trump blasted by three-time voter over racist Obama video, apologizes for support. "He is not worthy of the presidency," says John from New Mexico.
Feb 7, 2026
Raw Story $
‘Please remember!' Trump begs blue state for credit after claiming ‘BIG WIN'
Trump claims "BIG WIN" for Maine fishermen, urges voters to "remember" him in midterms.
Feb 7, 2026
The Guardian US
Trump news at a glance: Trump creates distance, but no apology, after promoting racist video of Obamas
Trump sparks outrage by sharing racist video of Obamas, fueling Democratic fury. President Trump posted the clip on his Truth Social account, depicting the former first couple as apes.
Feb 7, 2026
Axios
Trump says "I didn't make a mistake" after racist video of Obamas removed
Trump refuses to apologize for racist video of Obamas, says "I didn't make a mistake" after clip portraying them as apes was removed from Truth Social.
Feb 7, 2026
AlterNet
'He's gone': Ex-Trump White House lawyer sounds alarm over 'serious cognitive decline'
Ex-Trump lawyer Ty Cobb sounds alarm over President Trump's "serious cognitive decline" after racist ape posts. Trump's mental health is "gone," Cobb warns.
Feb 7, 2026
Common Dreams $
Three-Time Trump Voter Calls C-SPAN to Apologize for 'Supporting This Rotten, Rotten Man'
Trump voter apologizes for supporting "rotten" president after racist Obama meme, citing lies and corruption. A New Mexico man called C-SPAN to express regret for voting for Trump in three elections.
Feb 7, 2026
Raw Story $
JD Vance could be an even bigger threat to US democracy than Trump: analysts
JD Vance may pose a greater threat to US democracy than Trump, analysts warn, citing his ability to frame extreme positions as reasonable policy.
Feb 6, 2026
Raw Story $
Pardoned J6er insists it was 'artistic expression' to kick apart anti-ICE sculpture
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter Jacob Lang claims destroying a $6,250 anti-ICE sculpture was "artistic expression". Lang, pardoned by President Donald Trump, has a history of turbulent incidents.
Feb 6, 2026
Raw Story $
‘Criminals!’ Trump unleashes on Biden and Rosie O’Donnell in scathing new post
Trump unleashes on Biden, calling him "Crooked Joe" in a scathing Truth Social post, accusing him of pardoning "criminals" involved in the Jan. 6 investigation.
Feb 6, 2026
AlterNet
'Clean up the mess': White House staff furious with Trump admin over racist video response
Trump's White House staff fumes over racist video debacle, contradicting his claims of limited Truth Social account access.
Feb 6, 2026
AlterNet
No one in Trump’s orbit is 'brave enough to tell him the truth': conservative commentator
Conservative commentator Bernard Goldberg warns Trump is poised to lose 2026 midterms due to unpopular policies, asking if anyone in his orbit is "brave enough to tell him the truth". Trump's ICE tactics and economic neglect may cost him the election.
Feb 6, 2026
The Guardian US
White House takes down Trump’s racist video about Obamas after outrage over ‘vile, unhinged’ post – live
Trump sparks outrage by sharing racist video of Obamas, prompting White House to take it down.
Feb 6, 2026
Axios
Trump revives racist imagery once seen as disqualifying
Trump sparks outrage with racist video post, amplifying dehumanizing imagery of Obama. President Trump posted a video depicting the Obamas as apes, normalizing racist tropes.
Feb 6, 2026
Axios
Trump tries gunboat diplomacy after wavering on Iran strikes
Trump sends "big boats" to Gulf as he seeks nuclear deal with Iran for third time.
Feb 3, 2026
Common Dreams $
Minnesota Medical Examiner Rules Alex Pretti's Death a Homicide
Minnesota medical examiner rules Alex Pretti's death a homicide after fatal shooting by Trump administration agents.
Feb 3, 2026
Mother Jones
Report: Education Department’s “Efficiency” Layoffs Cost At Least $28 Million
Trump's Education Department blew $28-38 million on "efficiency" layoffs, sparking a surge in dismissed civil rights complaints. Secretary Linda McMahon's cuts gutted the Office of Civil Rights, leaving students vulnerable to discrimination.
Feb 2, 2026
Axios
Trump ally Jeanine Pirro: Anyone bringing a gun into D.C. can "count on going to jail"
Trump ally Jeanine Pirro warns gun owners: "count on going to jail" if they bring firearms into D.C. Pirro's statement comes after the fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti.
Feb 2, 2026
Common Dreams
US Contractor's Proposal Exposes Trump Gaza Plan as 'Vehicle for Mass Exploitation'
Trump's Gaza plan sparks outrage as US contractor Gothams LLC seeks 300% profit margin, accused of "genocide profiteering" by critics.
Feb 2, 2026
Axios
The playlist of the resistance
Bruce Springsteen slams "King Trump's private army" in new song, fueling resistance through music. Protest anthems are rallying demonstrators across the US, from Minneapolis to TikTok.
Feb 2, 2026
The Intercept $
Welcome to the Jade Helm Presidency
Alex Jones' 2015 Jade Helm warnings now a reality under Trump, says The Intercept.
Feb 2, 2026
Axios
Photos: Stars protest ICE with pins and in acceptance speeches at Grammys
Bad Bunny sparks outrage with "ICE out" speech at Grammys, joining stars like Kehlani and Olivia Dean in protesting Trump's immigration policies.
Feb 2, 2026
Axios
U.S. tells Iran it is ready to meet and negotiate a deal
Trump cozies up to Iran, but war looms.
Feb 1, 2026
Common Dreams $
'Corruption on a Breathtaking Level': Report Details Massive Foreign Investment in Trump Crypto Firm
Trump's crypto firm gets $500M from UAE royals, sparks bribery allegations.
Feb 1, 2026
Axios
Minnesota ICE surge upheld as judge finds 'balance of harms' lacking
ICE terrorizes Minnesota, judge enables Trump's racist agenda.
Jan 31, 2026