Opposition to PACs puts 2020 Democrats in a bind

Democratic presidential candidates refusing to take PAC money may be forced to pinch pennies to survive in a crowded primary race where top-tier contenders like Sen. Bernie SandersBernie SandersThe Hill’s 12:30 Report: Milley apologizes for church photo-op Harris grapples with defund the police movement amid veep talk Biden courts younger voters — who have been…

Sanders campaign to Trump: 'We welcome this fight' on 'Medicare for all'

Sen. Bernie SandersBernie SandersThe Hill’s 12:30 Report: Milley apologizes for church photo-op Harris grapples with defund the police movement amid veep talk Biden courts younger voters — who have been a weakness MORE’s (I-Vt.) campaign on Thursday hit back at President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate advances public lands bill in late-night vote Warren, Democrats urge Trump…

Several 2020 Dems say they're ready to face Fox News town hall

Several 2020 Democratic presidential candidates are willing to face a Fox News town hall following Sen. Bernie SandersBernie SandersThe Hill’s 12:30 Report: Milley apologizes for church photo-op Harris grapples with defund the police movement amid veep talk Biden courts younger voters — who have been a weakness MORE’s (I-Vt.) popular appearance at one such event on Monday night. The Vermont lawmaker…

'The President Is the Smoking Gun': Pramila Jayapal Makes Case for Trump Impeachment Ahead of House Vote

Rep. Pramila Jayapal, co-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, explained in a floor speech Wednesday why she plans to support both articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump ahead of the House’s expected vote. “This is a day of accountability and defending our democracy,” said Jayapal. “The facts in front of us are clear. This…

'An Act of Mass Surveillance': India Use of Facial Recognition Tech Against Protesters Angers Privacy Advocates

Privacy advocates on Monday raised concerns over reports that Indian security forces used facial recognition technology to identify dissidents at a political rally in December and warned that if left unchecked the government would continue to suppress dissent. “The use of the system for profiling and surveillance at public congregations is illegal and unconstitutional,” digital…

As Puerto Rico Reels After Earthquake, Democrats Demand Trump End 'Illegal' Withholding of $18 Billion in Disaster Funds

As Puerto Rico dealt with the fallout from a series of devastating earthquakes in recent days, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi joined calls Thursday for the Trump administration to release $18 billion in disaster aid to the island more than two years after the money was appropriated. The funds were meant to go to the U.S. territory…

#WeWantWitnesses Trends as Protesters Demand Fair Trial and End to GOP Cover-Up

A coalition of progressive advocacy groups descended on the U.S. capitol Wednesday with plans to engage in “mass non-violent civil disobedience” aimed at pressuring senators to allow witnesses in President Donald Trump’s ongoing impeachment trial. “We’re going to put an end to Mitch McConnell’s disgraceful cover-up.” —Public Citizen The “Swarm the Capitol” event was organized…

If Democrats Want to Honor Legacy of Dr. King, Says Ocasio-Cortez, "We Have to Be Dangerous Too"

At a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event at Riverside Church in Harlem, New York Monday, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez urged her audience to recognize the Democratic Party is closer to “a center-conservative party” than a progressive one—something that must change if the civil rights icon’s legacy is truly to be honored. Speaking to author…

Buttigieg says he wouldn't be opposed to having Phish play at his inauguration

South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete ButtigiegPete ButtigiegScaled-back Pride Month poses challenges for fundraising, outreach Biden hopes to pick VP by Aug. 1 It’s as if a Trump operative infiltrated the Democratic primary process MORE (D) told a reporter on Thursday that he would consider inviting rock group Phish to his inauguration, but said he hasn’t much thought…