Apple Tells Ex-White House Counsel That Trump DOJ Sought His Records In 2018: Reports
The reported disclosure reveals the Justice Department’s extraordinary move to investigate Don McGahn as he served as Trump’s top lawyer.
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G7 Pledge Over 1 Billion Vaccine Doses To Poor Nations, Boris Johnson Says
The British prime minister said the coronavirus vaccines would come both directly and through the international COVAX program.
Why Germany’s Apology for Its 1904-1908 Genocide in Namibia Does Not Go Far Enough
Germany has apologized for its role in the first genocide of the 20th century, which took place in Namibia, a former colony then known as German South West Africa. Between 1904 and 1908, German colonizers killed tens of thousands of Ovaherero and Nama people in Namibia. German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas officially described the massacre as genocide and outlined an offer of more than $1.34 billion in development aid to the Namibian government.
“Julian Is Suffering”: Family of WikiLeaks Founder Assange in U.S. to Demand His Release from Prison
The U.S. State Department is pushing to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange from Britain, where Biden is now meeting with leaders during the G7 summit. A U.K. judge blocked Assange’s extradition in January, citing serious mental health concerns. Assange faces up to 175 years in prison if brought to the U.S., where he was indicted for violations of the Espionage Act related to the publication of classified documents exposing U.S. war crimes.
“Our House Is on Fire”: Activists Urge G7 to Immediately Address Climate, Vaccine Apartheid & Poverty
As world leaders gather for the first in-person G7 summit in two years, talks are set to focus heavily on ending the pandemic and the climate crisis, and climate activists are calling on them for more immediate action. “It’s not just one crisis,” says Asad Rehman, executive director of War on Want and spokesperson for the COP26 Climate Coalition.
Biden to Buy 500 Million Vaccine Doses for Other Countries, But Billions More Needed to End Pandemic
President Biden’s plan to buy 500 million doses of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine and donate them to 92 countries comes as health experts warn vaccination inequity could prolong the pandemic for everyone if the coronavirus continues to mutate, possibly making it more infectious and resistant to vaccines.
Biden Shutters Trump-Era Office For Crimes Allegedly Committed By Immigrants
Trump created the Victim Of Immigration Crime Engagement Office by executive order during his first week in office.
Kip Kinkel Is Ready To Speak
At 15, he shot and killed his parents, two classmates at his school, and wounded 25 others. He’s been used as the reason to lock kids up for life ever since.
Progressives Ponder Their Least-Worst Option In NYC Mayoral Race
Andrew Yang and Eric Adams both make the left’s skin crawl, but one of them is likely to be mayor.
YouTube Suspends GOP Sen. Ron Johnson For COVID-19 ‘Misinformation’
The Wisconsin Republican’s one-week ban from uploading videos stems from his comments to the Milwaukee Press Club event, which were posted on the platform.
‘Action Figures’ Photo Of Joe Biden With G-7 Leaders Becomes A Meme
The picture of socially distanced world leaders standing on a beach in England has gone viral.
Biden to Buy 500 Million Vaccine Doses for Other Countries, But Billions More Needed to End Pandemic
President Biden’s plan to buy 500 million doses of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine and donate them to 92 countries comes as health experts warn vaccination inequity could prolong the pandemic for everyone if the coronavirus continues to mutate, possibly making it more infectious and resistant to vaccines.
Seized House Records Show Just How Far Trump Admin Would Go
Using the Justice Department to gather private information about members of Congress carried echoes of Nixon during Watergate.
Chicago Cop Arrested In Jan. 6 Attack Allegedly Texted ‘We Inside The Capital LMFAO’
Officer Karol J. Chwiesiuk allegedly breached the Capitol building, and told an acquaintance beforehand that he was going to D.C. to “f**k up some commies.
Justice Department Launches Probe Into Trump DOJ’s Use Of Secret Subpoenas
Under Donald Trump, the department subpoenaed Apple for data belonging to House Democrats and journalists investigating his ties to Russia.
Darnella Frazier, Teen Who Filmed George Floyd’s Murder, Wins A Pulitzer Award
“She was the one who recorded a motion cinema picture that set the world on fire,” said George Floyd’s brother, Philonise.
The Essential Ed Yong Reading List
In a series of definitive pieces that earned him the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for explanatory reporting, The Atlantic’s Ed Yong anticipated the course of the coronavirus pandemic, clarified its dangers, and illuminated the American government’s disastrous failure to curb it.Yong, who has been a staff writer at The Atlantic since 2015, began warning readers about the fragility of America’s pandemic preparedness long before COVID-19 emerged.
Podcast: Is It Over?
Though the coronavirus continues to spread around the world, the end appears to be in sight in the United States. And with that hopeful end, this will mark the last episode of Social Distance.James Hamblin, Maeve Higgins, and returning co-host Katherine Wells gather to say goodbye to the show, reflect on what we’ve learned these past 15 months, and listen to voicemails from past guests.
The Atlantic’s Ed Yong Wins 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Reporting
The Atlantic staff writer Ed Yong has won the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Reporting. He was awarded journalism’s top honor for his defining coverage of the coronavirus pandemic and how America failed in its response to the virus. This is The Atlantic’s first Pulitzer Prize.
Yong anticipated the course of the pandemic, clarified its dangers, and illuminated the American government’s disastrous failure to curb it.
Senate Leaders Demand Bill Barr, Jeff Sessions Testify About ‘Shocking’ Trump Data Seizure
The former attorneys general are subject to a subpoena if they refuse.
Why Germany’s Apology for Its 1904-1908 Genocide in Namibia Does Not Go Far Enough
Germany has apologized for its role in the first genocide of the 20th century, which took place in Namibia, a former colony then known as German South West Africa. Between 1904 and 1908, German colonizers killed tens of thousands of Ovaherero and Nama people in Namibia. German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas officially described the massacre as genocide and outlined an offer of more than $1.34 billion in development aid to the Namibian government.
“Julian Is Suffering”: Family of WikiLeaks Founder Assange in U.S. to Demand His Release from Prison
The U.S. State Department is pushing to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange from Britain, where Biden is now meeting with leaders during the G7 summit. A U.K. judge blocked Assange’s extradition in January, citing serious mental health concerns. Assange faces up to 175 years in prison if brought to the U.S., where he was indicted for violations of the Espionage Act related to the publication of classified documents exposing U.S. war crimes.
“Our House Is on Fire”: Activists Urge G7 to Immediately Address Climate, Vaccine Apartheid & Poverty
As world leaders gather for the first in-person G7 summit in two years, talks are set to focus heavily on ending the pandemic and the climate crisis, and climate activists are calling on them for more immediate action. “It’s not just one crisis,” says Asad Rehman, executive director of War on Want and spokesperson for the COP26 Climate Coalition.
“Takeover”: New Doc Chronicles Historic 1970 Young Lords Occupation of Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx
A new film called “Takeover” follows the 12 historic hours on July 14, 1970, when members of the Young Lords Party took over the rundown Lincoln Hospital in the South Bronx in New York City. The Young Lords were a radical group founded by Puerto Ricans modeled on the Black Panther Party. Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, a co-founder of the Young Lords, helped organize the action.
‘Traitors Need To Be Executed’: ‘Stop The Steal’ Organizer Indicted In Jan. 6 Conspiracy Case
Alan Hostetter, a police chief turned yogi, was indicted along with Three Percenter extremists in a conspiracy to attack the Capitol.
Trump DOJ Seized Records Of House Intelligence Dems In Search For Leaks: NYT
Prosecutors sought records on a dozen people connected to two lawmakers, including Rep. Adam Schiff, to hunt those who leaked classified information.
Trump Reminds Us That He Trusts Vladimir Putin More Than U.S. Intelligence
One Twitter user said: “Good to be reminded about how much this guy sucks.
Democrats Are Again Fueling GOP Talking Points About Ilhan Omar
After 12 House Democrats slammed their colleague on Wednesday, top House Republican Kevin McCarthy seized an opportunity to divide his opponents.
Jill Biden Hailed As ‘Queen Of Shade’ For Perceived Diss Of Melania Trump
The first lady’s “LOVE” jacket stirred sour memories of an infamous fashion choice by the former FLOTUS.
Biden to Buy 500 Million Vaccine Doses for Other Countries, But Billions More Needed to End Pandemic
President Biden’s plan to buy 500 million doses of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine and donate them to 92 countries comes as health experts warn vaccination inequity could prolong the pandemic for everyone if the coronavirus continues to mutate, possibly making it more infectious and resistant to vaccines.