Attacks on Democracy

January 6th, election interference, acts of authoritarianism, voter suppression, and systematic undermining of democratic institutions.

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Jeff Robbins: Putin on the Potomac — A grand jury says 'nyet' - Sentinel and Enterprise

Jeff Robbins: Putin on the Potomac — A grand jury says 'nyet' - Sentinel and Enterprise

A recent incident involved six U.S. Democratic lawmakers, who stated that soldiers should refuse illegal orders, being indicted on seditious conspiracy charges by a grand jury following orders from President Trump. The grand jury, however, refused to indict, highlighting a disconnect in the political climate and the rule of law. The article criticizes the erosion of democratic norms and the politicization of legal processes under Trump.

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US businesses clamor for refunds after supreme court strikes down Trump's tariffs

US businesses clamor for refunds after supreme court strikes down Trump's tariffs

US business associations are demanding refunds for tariffs imposed by the Trump administration following the Supreme Court ruling that the tariffs were imposed beyond presidential authority. The court did not address whether Trump must repay collected tariffs, leaving the issue to lower courts, which could extend litigation. Businesses argue refunds are necessary for economic recovery, but the process remains uncertain and may involve multiple legal proceedings.

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Trump to raise global tariffs to 15% - NPR

Trump to raise global tariffs to 15% - NPR

President Trump announced plans to increase global tariffs from 10% to 15%, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated his use of emergency powers to impose tariffs. The decision was made after a temporary 10% tariff hike was announced, which was to last 150 days, with adjustments pending legal and policy reviews. Trump emphasized that tariffs would remain central to his economic strategy despite legal setbacks.

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Dahlstrom trusts Trump instead of the lessons of history - Juneau Independent

Dahlstrom trusts Trump instead of the lessons of history - Juneau Independent

Last week, the state’s Division of Elections (DOE) signed a Confidential Memorandum of Understanding with the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice that should alarm any Alaskan voter who didn’t swallow the 2020 stolen election scam spun by President Donald Trump. It gives DOJ permission to “test, analyze, and assess” the state’s voter rolls for the purpose of “removing ineligible voters.”

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