Biden’s Border Plan Drapes Trump Policies in Liberal Rhetoric
The U.S. border regime is cruel whether it is enforced by a president spewing racist slurs or one appealing to “safe and orderly processing.”
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Classified Documents Scandals Point to Larger Culture of Impunity
The snowballing investigations into Trump, Biden, Pence, and others over their mishandling of classified documents present us with a unique opportunity.
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Six Indicted for Jan. 6 Capitol Riot Have Fled Charges
Four of the AWOL Trump supporters remain at large.
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What It Means for Trump’s Campaign to Start in Waco
Holding his first rally near the site of an infamous federal raid could be seen as “a coded message to those on the extreme.”
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Trump Lawyer Joe Tacopina Donated to Dem Rep Who Called for Trump Prosecution
Kathleen Rice, at the time a House member from New York, sent a criminal referral to the FBI in 2021.
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How Many Indictments Does It Take to Bring Down a Cult Leader?
Donald Trump’s latest charges are just the beginning of his legal woes, but Republicans are standing by their man.
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Trump's "Final Battle"
The ranting about “communism” from Donald Trump and the right is unsettlingly familiar.
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Trump “Muslim Ban” Returns for 2024 Presidential Election
Trump’s “Muslim ban” is back in his campaign speeches — even as the Republican Party courts Muslim voters.
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ICE Disobeyed Biden Deportation Priorities, Stuck With Trump’s
Biden told ICE to stop pursuing immigrants who aren’t security risks for deportation, but the agency continued to uphold Trump’s priorities.
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I Was Just Subpoenaed by Trump’s Georgia Grand Jury
The Trump election interference case raises unique questions about the role of a free press in preserving democracy.
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Trump-Pardoned War Criminal Clint Lorance Tries to Become Lawyer
Clint Lorance’s bid to become a lawyer is being opposed by his own troops, who saw him murder two innocent Afghan civilians.
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GOP Moves to Oust Georgia Prosecutor Who Indicted Trump
The Georgia prosecutor who indicted Trump, Atlanta District Attorney Fani Willis, is being targeted by the GOP for removal under a new law.
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Cleta Mitchell Escaped Indictment, Still Leads Election Denial Movement
Trump adviser Cleta Mitchell is arguably the most central player in the attempt to steal the 2020 election who isn’t facing prison time.
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U.S. Democracy Hangs on Two Men’s Egos
Trump and Biden each believes that he alone can fix it. One will wreck it; the other could.
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There’s a Bigger Driver of Veteran Radicalization Than Donald Trump
A RAND Corporation study finds that negative experiences in the military are a main cause of veterans turning to extremism.
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The Media Still Doesn’t Grasp the Danger of Trump
Donald Trump tells the world he intends to be an authoritarian. So why won’t journalists repeat it?
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Biden Border Asylum Shutdown Fits With Democrats’ Cruel Legacy
Joe Biden’s executive order to place draconian restrictions on border asylum-seekers owe a lot to Donald Trump — and Clinton and Obama too.
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Is Joe Biden the Worst Option for Democrats to Beat Trump?
As voters look for an option other than Biden or Trump, alternative Democratic leaders poll similarly or even better than Biden.
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Trump Distances From Project 2025. But Former Trump Staffers Are Part of It.
Trump administration officials and campaign staff helped draft the controversial playbook and appear in its videos.
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After Hottest Year on Record, GOP Platform Doesn’t Mention “Climate” Once
The Trump-led 2024 Republican platform instead calls for an American Iron Dome and the largest deportation operation ever.
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“Gay Furry Hackers” Feud With Heritage Foundation Exec
Former Trump administration official: “Closeted Furries will be presented to the world for the degenerate perverts they are.”
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Will This Make Trump More Popular?
Assassination attempts targeting populist leaders have had a track record of boosting their popularity.
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Trump, Vance, and the New Right at the RNC
Emily Jashinsky of “Counter Points,” joins from the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee and discusses RNC takeaways with Ryan Grim.
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Police Says Secret Service Ignored Warnings
Body camera footage from the Trump assassination attempt shows a local cop complaining that he warned the Secret Service about the roof used by the gunman.
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The Trump Campaign’s Ties to Russia Were No Hoax
No amount of disinformation can hide the truth about why Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to help Donald Trump win again in 2024.
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Trump Decried This Law as a Deep State Spy Weapon. His Nominees Sure Seem to Love It.
In their confirmation hearings, John Ratcliffe, Pam Bondi, and Tulsi Gabbard gave government mass surveillance two thumbs up.
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How Much the Guests at Trump’s Crypto Summit Donated to His Inauguration
The list of invitees at the White House crypto summit illustrates the tight link between Trump and new cohort of political donors.
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Mahmoud Khalil and Necropolitics of Trump’s Attack on Immigrants
The necropolitics of Trump's attack on immigrants like Mahmoud Khalil: Death is the point.
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U.S. Troops Are Being Attacked Every Other Day in the Middle East
As Trump talks of a ceasefire with the Houthis, soldiers in the Middle East have faced steady and seldom discussed attacks.
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“I Don’t Know.” Trump’s Go-To Response to All Sorts of Questions
Three times in the last week, Trump expressed ignorance when responding to questions about his signature policies.
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Republicans Sneak Nonprofit Killer Bill in Tail End of Trump’s 389-Page Tax Plan
It would give the Trump administration the power to strip the tax-exempt status of any nonprofit it deems a “terrorist-supporting organization.”
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Senate Dems Hand Trump a Win by Backing Stablecoin Bill
Democrats helped the GENIUS Act evade filibuster risk, paving the way for crypto legislation that stands to enrich Trump.
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Netanyahu and Trump Are Trying to Have It All
With Israel’s attack on Iran, Netanyahu can distract from his many crises at home. Trump can appease both his faux anti-war backers and the hawks. The post Netanyahu and Trump Are Trying to Have It All appeared first on The Intercept.
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Virginia AG Hopeful Was Outraising His Rival — Then Dominion Energy Tipped the Scale
“The scale of these contributions appears to be unprecedented in Virginia Attorney General races.” The post Virginia AG Hopeful Was Outraising His Rival — Then Dominion Energy Tipped the Scale appeared first on The Intercept.
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Going Out to a Protest? Here’s How Not to Get Arrested.
Lawyer Isabella Salomão Nascimento on knowing your rights — and getting the cops to respect them. The post Going Out to a Protest? Here’s How Not to Get Arrested. appeared first on The Intercept.
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Why Did NBC Delete Its “Dateline” Episode on Diddy?
NBC, which is facing a defamation lawsuit from Sean “Diddy” Combs, removed an episode of “Dateline” about the Diddy trial. The post Why Did NBC Delete Its “Dateline” Episode on Diddy? appeared first on The Intercept.
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Democrat Michigan AG Asked FBI to Raid Protesters’ Homes — But Won’t Tell Students Why
“It’s a terribly unusual thing,” a lawyer said about sealed affidavits in an investigation of alleged pro-Palestine vandalism. The post Democrat Michigan AG Asked FBI to Raid Protesters’ Homes — But Won’t Tell Students Why appeared first on The Intercept.
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How Democratic Party Leaders Quietly Support Trump's March to War With Iran
Some Democrats are fighting to stop war with Iran, but party leaders are silently acquiescing or, worse, supporting an attack. The post How Democratic Party Leaders Quietly Support Trump’s March to War With Iran appeared first on The Intercept.
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Community Defense Groups Take the Last Stand Against ICE in LA
Organizers argue that LA’s sanctuary laws aren’t enough to keep their immigrant neighbors safe. The post Community Defense Groups Take the Last Stand Against ICE in LA appeared first on The Intercept.
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Self-Proclaimed “Peacemaker” Drags U.S. Into Another War
Heeding the request of Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Donald Trump dispatched U.S. warplanes to bomb Iran. The post Self-Proclaimed “Peacemaker” Drags U.S. Into Another War appeared first on The Intercept.
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Fetterman Voted With GOP to Make Sure Trump Can Attack Iran Again
Most Democrats rallied behind a war powers resolution in the Senate, but not the caucus’s most vocally pro-Israel member. The post Fetterman Voted With GOP to Make Sure Trump Can Attack Iran Again appeared first on The Intercept.
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Who’s the Real Bully of the Middle East?
Iranian American author Hooman Majd on the Israel–Iran ceasefire, Trump’s role in escalating the conflict, and whether diplomacy can survive. The post Who’s the Real Bully of the Middle East? appeared first on The Intercept.
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How Biden Is to Blame for Israel and the U.S.’s 12-Day War Against Iran
Biden’s failure to reenter Obama’s nuclear deal helped create the risk for a potentially catastrophic U.S. war against Iran. The post How Biden Is to Blame for Israel and the U.S.’s 12-Day War Against Iran appeared first on The Intercept.
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“Are We At Risk?” Wave of ICE Arrests Strikes Fear in Iranian Communities
Iranian immigrants to the U.S. already faced higher scrutiny. After the U.S. waded into Israel’s war on Iran, ICE seems to be targeting them. The post “Are We At Risk?” Wave of ICE Arrests Strikes Fear in Iranian Communities appeared first on The Intercept.
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We’re Publishing the Speech That Harvard Suppressed for Mentioning Genocide
“I wanted to center Palestine,” a Harvard commencement speaker told The Intercept. Read and watch her speech. The post We’re Publishing the Speech That Harvard Suppressed for Mentioning Genocide appeared first on The Intercept.
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What To Do When You See ICE in Your Neighborhood
How can you deter the Trump administration's immigrant deportation machine when it pops up in your community? Follow these steps. The post What To Do When You See ICE in Your Neighborhood appeared first on The Intercept.
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ICE Campaign of Violence Will Lead to More Deaths
Jaime Alanis' death shows the horrific consequences of a secret police force behaving with utter impunity. The post ICE Campaign of Violence Will Lead to More Deaths appeared first on The Intercept.
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Our Reporter Got Into Gaza. He Witnessed a Famine of Israel’s Making.
The people of Gaza face starvation under the joint U.S.-Israeli food distribution system run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. The post Our Reporter Got Into Gaza. He Witnessed a Famine of Israel’s Making. appeared first on The Intercept.
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Israeli Parliament Votes for Making Apartheid Official. Fetterman: “I Haven’t Been Following It.”
Israel’s Parliament voted in favor of annexing the West Bank. Other Democrats interviewed by The Intercept condemned the move. The post Israeli Parliament Votes for Making Apartheid Official. Fetterman: “I Haven’t Been Following It.” appeared first on The Int…
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Donald Trump Jr.’s Drone Ventures Could Make a Killing — Thanks to Dad’s Big Beautiful Budget
After Trump was reelected, his son took stakes in several drone companies. They’re now raising ethics concerns. The post Donald Trump Jr.’s Drone Ventures Could Make a Killing — Thanks to Dad’s Big Beautiful Budget appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump’s Gaza “Food Centers” Miss the Real Problem: Israel’s Aid Blockade
As with many of Trump’s proposals, it’s unclear how serious he is about his vague call for further U.S. involvement in Gaza food aid. The post Trump’s Gaza “Food Centers” Miss the Real Problem: Israel’s Aid Blockade appeared first on The Intercept.
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National Guard Ordered to Do ICE Paperwork at Immigration Facilities in 20 States
Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to immigration facilities further blurs the line between military and law enforcement. The post National Guard Ordered to Do ICE Paperwork at Immigration Facilities in 20 States appeared first on The Intercept.
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What to Do — And Not to Do — About a Judge Like Emil Bove
The constitutional order will not defend us from a judge so committed to Trump’s presidential authoritarianism. The post What to Do — And Not to Do — About a Judge Like Emil Bove appeared first on The Intercept.
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Guess Who’s Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness: New ICE Agents
Thanks to the Supreme Court and the Trump administration, student loan forgiveness is out of reach for many — unless you work for ICE. The post Guess Who’s Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness: New ICE Agents appeared first on The Intercept.
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Donald Trump Is Mostly a Crypto Billionaire Now, Group Says
“The more the President’s wealth depends on anonymous investors around the world with hidden agendas, the greater the risk.” The post Donald Trump Is Mostly a Crypto Billionaire Now, Group Says appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump's Trial Run for a Police State
President Trump’s "federalization" of Washington D.C. is a test of the limits of his power -- and by extension of our democracy. The post Trump’s Trial Run for a Police State appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump’s Use of Troops for Policing Hasn’t Been Seen Since America Was Ruled by a King
“The ability to use the military anywhere, anytime, for any purpose — it’s absolutely unprecedented.” The post Trump’s Use of Troops for Policing Hasn’t Been Seen Since America Was Ruled by a King appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump Administration Guts Annual Human Rights Report on Israel
Clocking in at nine whole pages — down from 103 in 2024 — the new State Department human rights report is “functionally useless.” The post Trump Administration Guts Annual Human Rights Report on Israel appeared first on The Intercept.
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Veterans Are “Guinea Pigs” in Trump’s First National Abortion Ban Experiment
“They’re testing what they want to do with the rest of the country on us,” one veteran told The Intercept. The post Veterans Are “Guinea Pigs” in Trump’s First National Abortion Ban Experiment appeared first on The Intercept.
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The Incredible Disappearing Human Rights Reports
The State Department’s new reports whitewash the records of some of the world’s most notorious nations and targets Trump’s enemies. The post The Incredible Disappearing Human Rights Reports appeared first on The Intercept.
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ICE Deportation Airline Avelo Relies on Blue-State Subsidies. Will Dem Governors Do Anything About It?
Activists want blue states to stop handing out cash to Avelo, the airline that operated 10 percent of ICE’s deportation flights. The post ICE Deportation Airline Avelo Relies on Blue-State Subsidies. Will Dem Governors Do Anything About It? appeared first on …
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Trump Is Trying to Make It Easier to Evict People From Public Housing
The Trump administration is pushing a rule change that would speed up the eviction process by providing tenants less notice. The post Trump Is Trying to Make It Easier to Evict People From Public Housing appeared first on The Intercept.
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Can Congress Stop Trump From Starting a War in Mexico?
More than 30 human rights groups urge congressional leaders to block Trump’s attempt to target Mexican cartels. The post Can Congress Stop Trump From Starting a War in Mexico? appeared first on The Intercept.
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Beyond Dobbs: How Abortion Bans Enforce State-Sanctioned Violence
Journalist Kylie Cheung on why post-Dobbs restrictions “aren’t unintended consequences.” The post Beyond Dobbs: How Abortion Bans Enforce State-Sanctioned Violence appeared first on The Intercept.
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Price Tag for Trump’s D.C. Military Surge: At Least $1 Million a Day
An analysis conducted for the Intercept found that the militarization of D.C. could end up costing hundreds of millions. The post Price Tag for Trump’s D.C. Military Surge: At Least $1 Million a Day appeared first on The Intercept.
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Accepted at Universities, Unable to Get Visas: Inside Trump’s War on International Students
With interview slots vanishing and arbitrary visa denials, the U.S. could see 150,000 fewer international students this fall. The post Accepted at Universities, Unable to Get Visas: Inside Trump’s War on International Students appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump’s D.C. Takeover Is Scaring Immigrant Parents Out of Taking Kids Back to School
While parents fear pickup and drop-off, teachers say the D.C. public school district has offered little support. The post Trump’s D.C. Takeover Is Scaring Immigrant Parents Out of Taking Kids Back to School appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump Administration Wants to Banish Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda
Trump aims to expel Abrego Garcia as his global gulag expands to Uganda, which has a long record of human rights abuses. The post Trump Administration Wants to Banish Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda appeared first on The Intercept.
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Pentagon Document: U.S. Wants to “Suppress Dissenting Arguments” Using AI Propaganda
The U.S. is interested in acquiring machine-learning technology to carry out AI-generated propaganda campaigns overseas. The post Pentagon Document: U.S. Wants to “Suppress Dissenting Arguments” Using AI Propaganda appeared first on The Intercept.
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Even Former AIPAC Democrats Are Signing On to Block Arms Sales to Israel
The “Block the Bombs” bill’s supporters are presenting it as a litmus test for the 2026 midterms. The post Even Former AIPAC Democrats Are Signing On to Block Arms Sales to Israel appeared first on The Intercept.
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What The Intercept Is Reading
Book recommendations from staffers. The post What The Intercept Is Reading appeared first on The Intercept.
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Moderate North Carolina Democrat Won’t Take AIPAC Cash for 2026
Rep. Deborah Ross became the latest Democrat to swear off AIPAC amid pressure to hold Israel accountable for its genocide in Gaza. The post Moderate North Carolina Democrat Won’t Take AIPAC Cash for 2026 appeared first on The Intercept.
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The Los Angeles Schoolteacher Leading the Fight Against ICE
As the Trump administration ramps up its anti-immigrant campaign, activists like Ron Gochez of Unión Del Barrio are showing how to resist. The post The Los Angeles Schoolteacher Leading the Fight Against ICE appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
Zohran Mamdani Won’t Defund the Police. The Movement Can Grow With Him Anyway.
It wouldn’t be savvy politics to push to cut police funding. Adams and Cuomo know that. The post Zohran Mamdani Won’t Defund the Police. The Movement Can Grow With Him Anyway. appeared first on The Intercept.
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The Rift in Trump World Over Venezuela
The Trump administration wants to exert more control over Latin America. Will it come by deal-making or by force? The post The Rift in Trump World Over Venezuela appeared first on The Intercept.
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Progressives Urge U.S. Arms Embargo After Israel Bombs Qatar
Israel's bombing of Qatar interrupted ceasefire negotiations in a war made possible by U.S. support. The post Progressives Urge U.S. Arms Embargo After Israel Bombs Qatar appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy, Jessica Washington
The American Right’s Self-Inflicted Gun Violence Crisis
Charlie Kirk’s killing in Utah fits a pattern of gun violence run amok in red states. The post The American Right’s Self-Inflicted Gun Violence Crisis appeared first on The Intercept.
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The Real Charlie Kirk
Akela Lacy, Natasha Lennard, and Ali Breland on the weaponization of Kirk’s murder and increasing political violence. The post The Real Charlie Kirk appeared first on The Intercept.
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Alex Karp Insists Palantir Doesn’t Spy on Americans. Here’s What He’s Not Saying.
Documents from Edward Snowden published by The Intercept in 2017 show the NSA’s use of Palantir technology. The post Alex Karp Insists Palantir Doesn’t Spy on Americans. Here’s What He’s Not Saying. appeared first on The Intercept.
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Proton Mail Suspended Journalist Accounts at Request of Cybersecurity Agency
The journalists were reporting on suspected North Korean hackers. Proton only reinstated their accounts after a public outcry. The post Proton Mail Suspended Journalist Accounts at Request of Cybersecurity Agency appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nikita Mazurov
New Bill Would Give Marco Rubio “Thought Police” Power to Revoke U.S. Passports
Rubio has already sought to punish immigrants for speech. New legislation might let him do it for U.S. citizens. The post New Bill Would Give Marco Rubio “Thought Police” Power to Revoke U.S. Passports appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Trump Troop Deployment in U.S. Climbs to 35,000 Boots on the Ground
A federal judge found the deployment to LA violated bedrock constitutional law, but Trump’s domestic military campaign continues. The post Trump Troop Deployment in U.S. Climbs to 35,000 Boots on the Ground appeared first on The Intercept.
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The Data Shows Political Violence Is Actually Down
After Charlie Kirk’s assassination, everyone was handwaving about rising political violence. But is it? The post The Data Shows Political Violence Is Actually Down appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
Unnamed Pentagon Officials Ridicule Hegseth’s Plan to Stop War Department Leaks
Three current Pentagon insiders told The Intercept that new Department of War rules are an egregious assault on press freedom. The post Unnamed Pentagon Officials Ridicule Hegseth’s Plan to Stop War Department Leaks appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
What Liberals Get Wrong About Trump's Executive Order on Antifa
Liberals dismiss antifa as just an idea — instead of acting to defend the activists, researchers, and organizers facing persecution. The post What Liberals Get Wrong About Trump’s Executive Order on Antifa appeared first on The Intercept.
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Sunrise Movement, Founded to Fight Climate Change, Pivots to Fighting Trump
As Trump targets his critics on the left, Sunrise says it needs to battle authoritarianism to protect the climate. The post Sunrise Movement, Founded to Fight Climate Change, Pivots to Fighting Trump appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Government Shutdown and Free Speech Showdown
Amid the Republican-Democrat blame game, a federal judge’s extraordinary ruling takes on the Trump administration’s unlawful detentions of pro-Palestine protesters. The post Government Shutdown and Free Speech Showdown appeared first on The Intercept.
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She Sent Money to Family in Gaza. ICE Claimed It’s Evidence She Supports Hamas.
To keep her in detention in Texas, the Trump administration pointed to Leqaa Kordia’s remittances to family in Palestine. The post She Sent Money to Family in Gaza. ICE Claimed It’s Evidence She Supports Hamas. appeared first on The Intercept.
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Leaked Document Justifies Boat Strikes as “Non-International Armed Conflict”
“The Trump administration is saying that one person — the president — now decides if the United States is going to war.” The post Leaked Document Justifies Boat Strikes as “Non-International Armed Conflict” appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump Calls Cartel Members “Terrorists.” They’re Armed With Bullets From a U.S. Army Factory.
The president blames Mexico for the flow of drugs into the U.S. — while the flow of guns from the U.S. displaces poor people in Mexico. The post Trump Calls Cartel Members “Terrorists.” They’re Armed With Bullets From a U.S. Army Factory. appeared first on Th…
The Intercept by Jared Olson
MAHA Slams “Corporate Capture” by Food and Pharma Giants — While Trump Strips Regulations
RFK Jr.’s rhetoric can appeal to desperate parents in a broken health system. But experts say his policies only hurt children. The post MAHA Slams “Corporate Capture” by Food and Pharma Giants — While Trump Strips Regulations appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
ICE Targets Unaccompanied Immigrant Children, Offering Payment for Deportation
On Friday, ICE kicked off a scheme to offer thousands of dollars to unaccompanied children as young as 14 in exchange for agreeing to be deported. The post ICE Targets Unaccompanied Immigrant Children, Offering Payment for Deportation appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
Only a Billionaire Could Look at Network TV News and Say: We Need More Conservatives
Billionaire David Ellison installed conservative ideologue Bari Weiss atop CBS News, dropping any pretense of independence at the network. The post Only a Billionaire Could Look at Network TV News and Say: We Need More Conservatives appeared first on The Inte…
The Intercept by Eoin Higgins
The United Police State of America Has Arrived
The lines between local, state, and federal law enforcement and the military have blurred. The post The United Police State of America Has Arrived appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Ian F. Blair
The Sinister Reason Trump Is Itching to Invoke the Insurrection Act
An authoritarian’s dream, the Insurrection Act is ripe for abuse — and Trump’s Cabinet is already setting up his justification to use it. The post The Sinister Reason Trump Is Itching to Invoke the Insurrection Act appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Jon Chait Thinks Kamala Harris Went Too Far Left. He's Just Falling for Trump's Demagoguery.
A year ago, Chait said centrists were winning. When Harris lost, though, he blamed the left's trans rights agenda. The post Jon Chait Thinks Kamala Harris Went Too Far Left. He’s Just Falling for Trump’s Demagoguery. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Eoin Higgins
Trump Sacrifices Alaska Wilderness to Help AI Companies
Trump’s approval of the 211-mile Ambler Road Project through Gates of the Arctic National Park hinges on winning an “AI arms race.” The post Trump Sacrifices Alaska Wilderness to Help AI Companies appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Gavin Feek
Trump’s Plan to Deprive Palestinians Any Say in Their Future
This is not the time for supporters of Palestinian self-determination to be quiet. It’s the moment for us to demand more. The post Trump’s Plan to Deprive Palestinians Any Say in Their Future appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sunjeev Bery
Trump’s War on Drugs
Journalist Radley Balko examines how Trump’s war on immigrants merges and expands the lethal policies of the wars on drugs and terror. The post Trump’s War on Drugs appeared first on The Intercept.
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Black People Knew This Would Happen
Generational experience has taught us what happens when the state builds a weapon for someone else: Sooner or later, it finds a way back to us. The post Black People Knew This Would Happen appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
Episode One: Dirty Business
The Atlanta narcotics unit’s deadly raid on 92-year-old Kathryn Johnston. The post Episode One: Dirty Business appeared first on The Intercept.
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Did Qatari Money Drive Trump’s Push for Gaza Ceasefire?
Trump’s stance on Gaza shifted after Israel’s attack on Qatar — a close ally where he and his family have key business deals. The post Did Qatari Money Drive Trump’s Push for Gaza Ceasefire? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
ICE Will Hold Immigrants in Jail Accused of “Excessive, Invasive” Gynecological Procedures
The Georgia facility gained notoriety for allegations that women received “often unnecessary” gynecological treatment, at times lacking informed consent. The post ICE Will Hold Immigrants in Jail Accused of “Excessive, Invasive” Gynecological Procedures appea…
The Intercept by Jose Olivares
The Right Wing Desperately Wants to Make Charlie Kirk Its MLK
On Kirk’s “National Day of Remembrance,” white supremacists want to replace a tradition of justice with their own manufactured myth. The post The Right Wing Desperately Wants to Make Charlie Kirk Its MLK appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
Trump Fabricates Story of Hand-to-Hand Combat Between Troops and Child Gangsters in D.C.
Trump’s claim that National Guard members beat child gang members on the streets of Washington was disputed even by the military. The post Trump Fabricates Story of Hand-to-Hand Combat Between Troops and Child Gangsters in D.C. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
He Tweeted Charlie Kirk “Won’t Be Remembered as a Hero.” The State Dept. Revoked His Visa
Nota Baloyi is one of several people lost his visa to visit the U.S. because he spoke ill of Charlie Kirk on social media. The post He Tweeted Charlie Kirk “Won’t Be Remembered as a Hero.” The State Dept. Revoked His Visa appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Shawn Musgrave
Israel’s Mounting Ceasefire Violations in Gaza
“The matter is not a ceasefire — we are talking about a managed genocide, a managed forcible displacement.” The post Israel’s Mounting Ceasefire Violations in Gaza appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
Unions Sue to Stop AI Surveillance Powering Trump’s “Catch and Revoke” Deportation Scheme
From pro-Palestine students to Charlie Kirk commenters, the immigration system is being weaponized against people whose views Trump doesn’t like. The post Unions Sue to Stop AI Surveillance Powering Trump’s “Catch and Revoke” Deportation Scheme appeared first…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
The Pentagon Is Learning It’s Not So Easy to Sink a Boat
Videos of U.S. attacks in the Caribbean suggest boats have been obliterated in a single strike. The reality is a lot messier. The post The Pentagon Is Learning It’s Not So Easy to Sink a Boat appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Why the No Kings Protests Matter
The Trump administration has made it clear that it fears mass, nonviolent protests more than anything else. The post Why the No Kings Protests Matter appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nicole Carty
Teachers Scrambled After ICE Released Tear Gas Outside a Chicago Elementary School
Chicago teachers said they’re dealing with traumatized students in underfunded schools — while the Trump administration spends millions to militarize American cities. The post Teachers Scrambled After ICE Released Tear Gas Outside a Chicago Elementary School …
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Trump “National Police Force” Built on ICE Partnerships With Local Agencies Like… Wildlife Commissions?
Trump is using lies about immigrant crime waves to create a massive law enforcement apparatus that operates under his orders. The post Trump “National Police Force” Built on ICE Partnerships With Local Agencies Like… Wildlife Commissions? appeared first on Th…
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
David Brooks Is the Last Person We Should Be Listening to Right Now
A mass movement against the Trump administration is essential, but no one should take an Iraq War booster’s advice. The post David Brooks Is the Last Person We Should Be Listening to Right Now appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sean Bell
The U.S. Isn’t Even Bothering With Its Usual Lies to Sell Its Regime Change War in Venezuela
The days of justifying American military intervention anywhere in the world are on their way out. The post The U.S. Isn’t Even Bothering With Its Usual Lies to Sell Its Regime Change War in Venezuela appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Séamus Malekafzali
The Left Put Its Faith in Graham Platner. Will He Break Its Heart?
Support for the Maine Senate candidate suggests that voters are so sick of what the establishment has to offer, they might look past a Nazi tattoo. The post The Left Put Its Faith in Graham Platner. Will He Break Its Heart? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Internal Report Shows the Military Always Wanted to Join the Drug War
The Obama-era document called for “direct military action.” Today, the authors are questioning Trump’s approach. The post Internal Report Shows the Military Always Wanted to Join the Drug War appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nathan Tempey
This 16-Year-Old American Is Among Hundreds of Palestinian Children Jailed in Israel
Mohammed Ibrahim is one of more than 300 Palestinian children being held indefinitely in Israeli custody. The post This 16-Year-Old American Is Among Hundreds of Palestinian Children Jailed in Israel appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
Netanyahu Is Blowing Up the Gaza Ceasefire — and Trump Is the One Losing Face
Netanyahu ordered airstrikes on Gaza on Tuesday, raising the question of whether the U.S. would hold him accountable for maintaining the ceasefire. The post Netanyahu Is Blowing Up the Gaza Ceasefire — and Trump Is the One Losing Face appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
Trump DOJ Charges House Candidate Kat Abughazaleh With Conspiracy for Protesting ICE
Abughaleh is one of six activists facing federal conspiracy charges for actions like blocking an ICE agent’s car in Broadview, Illinois. The post Trump DOJ Charges House Candidate Kat Abughazaleh With Conspiracy for Protesting ICE appeared first on The Interc…
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Feds Say Kat Abughazaleh “Impeded” ICE Agents. That Would Put Her on the Right Side of History.
If six people nonviolently protesting outside an ICE facility is a criminal conspiracy, all First Amendment-protected activity is at risk. The post Feds Say Kat Abughazaleh “Impeded” ICE Agents. That Would Put Her on the Right Side of History. appeared first …
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Trump’s Yemen Strike Killed 61 Immigrants and No Combatants
The attack on Sa’ada detention center violated humanitarian law and should be investigated as a war crime, says Amnesty International. The post Trump’s Yemen Strike Killed 61 Immigrants and No Combatants appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Shinzo Abe Killer’s Trial Is Exposing the Christian Cult Entrenched in Japanese Politics
Tetsuya Yamagami is now on trial after the killing that forced a national reckoning. The post Shinzo Abe Killer’s Trial Is Exposing the Christian Cult Entrenched in Japanese Politics appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Elle Hardy
ICE Investigations, Powered by Nvidia
ICE’s investigative division, increasingly involved in ground-level immigration enforcement, is using Nvidia tech to crunch data. The post ICE Investigations, Powered by Nvidia appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
ICE Plans Cash Rewards for Private Bounty Hunters to Locate and Track Immigrants
Companies hired by ICE would be given bundles of information on 10,000 immigrants at a time to locate. The post ICE Plans Cash Rewards for Private Bounty Hunters to Locate and Track Immigrants appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Inside the World of Leftist Gun Nuts
Graham Platner’s firearms trainings are only the most public example of the left’s efforts to arm themselves. The post Inside the World of Leftist Gun Nuts appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
Kat Abughazaleh on the Right to Protest
The Illinois congressional candidate on why more Democrats aren’t taking direct action and how leaders should be responding to the right. The post Kat Abughazaleh on the Right to Protest appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by The Intercept Briefing
Trump Has a Secret List of 24 “Designated Terrorist Organizations.” We Got Some of the Names.
The U.S. claims it is engaged in “armed conflict” with Tren de Aragua, Ejército de Liberación Nacional, and Cártel de los Soles, among others. The post Trump Has a Secret List of 24 “Designated Terrorist Organizations.” We Got Some of the Names. appeared firs…
The Intercept by Nick Turse
The President Is Perfectly Fine If You Starve
The message behind the government shutdown is loud and clear: Hunger is acceptable collateral damage in service of Trump’s agenda. The post The President Is Perfectly Fine If You Starve appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
How Christian Nationalism Is Shaping Trump’s Foreign Policy Toward Africa
Trump ended deportation protections for South Sudanese immigrants, prioritized asylum for white South Africans, and threatened to invade Nigeria. It’s all part of the Christian nationalist playbook. The post How Christian Nationalism Is Shaping Trump’s Foreig…
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Liberal Elites Kicked the Door Wide Open for Trump’s Flagrant Corruption
The president’s corruption is audaciously out in the open, but decades of letting the wealthy play by their own rules enabled him. The post Liberal Elites Kicked the Door Wide Open for Trump’s Flagrant Corruption appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Dylan Gyauch-Lewis
Trump’s Military Occupations of U.S. Cities Cost $473 Million and Rising
Trump’s campaign to quell dissent by deploying the American military to U.S. cities comes at an immense price. The post Trump’s Military Occupations of U.S. Cities Cost $473 Million and Rising appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
SNAP Recipients Crushed by Democrats Caving on Shutdown: “They Just Wasted It All”
People on food stamps said they were willing to sacrifice to protect health care benefits. They’re furious that the Democrats gave up. The post SNAP Recipients Crushed by Democrats Caving on Shutdown: “They Just Wasted It All” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Episode Six: Airborne Imperialism
A U.S.-led program killed a young missionary and her daughter in Peru after mistaking their plane for drug smugglers in 2001. Trump’s Venezuela boat strikes have made their deaths newly and urgently relevant. The post Episode Six: Airborne Imperialism appeare…
The Intercept by Collateral Damage
Epstein Gave NY Times Journalist Tips About Trump. Why Did They Never Get Reported?
Exchanges about Trump between a reporter and Epstein raise questions about what the New York Times knew and when. The post Epstein Gave NY Times Journalist Tips About Trump. Why Did They Never Get Reported? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Secret Boat Strike Memo Justifies Killings By Claiming the Target Is Drugs, Not People
In a memo promising legal immunity for those who kill alleged drug traffickers, the Trump administration floated an unusual legal theory. The post Secret Boat Strike Memo Justifies Killings By Claiming the Target Is Drugs, Not People appeared first on The Int…
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Saikat Chakrabarti’s Plan for the Political Revolution
AOC’s former chief of staff wants to primary the Democratic establishment. The post Saikat Chakrabarti’s Plan for the Political Revolution appeared first on The Intercept.
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Marco Rubio Wants to Imprison You on Terror Charges for Supporting Nazi Punchers
The Trump administration moved to designate antifa groups abroad as foreign terrorists — setting up the prosecution of their U.S. allies. The post Marco Rubio Wants to Imprison You on Terror Charges for Supporting Nazi Punchers appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Epstein Is the Only Thing That Could Turn Trump’s Base Against Him
America were already seething about the shutdown and the economy. Then they saw Epstein write that Trump “knew about the girls.” The post Epstein Is the Only Thing That Could Turn Trump’s Base Against Him appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
Judge Rules Trump Can’t Cut UC Funding — but UC Leaders Are Still Negotiating a Settlement
Nationwide, faculty and students fight against Trump’s assault on higher education — and administrators capitulate. The post Judge Rules Trump Can’t Cut UC Funding — but UC Leaders Are Still Negotiating a Settlement appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
How Many People Has the U.S. Killed in Boat Strikes?
The Intercept is keeping count of all publicly declared U.S. attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean. The post How Many People Has the U.S. Killed in Boat Strikes? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
You Will Never Send Money Digitally Without a Private Company — If the GOP Gets Its Way
Republicans are trying to permanently block central bank digital currencies that would create an alternative to profit-seeking companies. The post You Will Never Send Money Digitally Without a Private Company — If the GOP Gets Its Way appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Rubio Says Maduro is Terrorist-in-Chief of Venezuela’s “Cártel de los Soles.” Is It Even a Real Group?
The Trump administration’s push for war on Venezuela includes alleging Maduro controls a government-run “narcoterrorist” conspiracy. The post Rubio Says Maduro is Terrorist-in-Chief of Venezuela’s “Cártel de los Soles.” Is It Even a Real Group? appeared first…
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Abdul El-Sayed Wants to Be the First Pro-Palestine Senator From Michigan
In a tight Democratic primary, El-Sayed is trying to distinguish himself as one of two candidates running from the left. The post Abdul El-Sayed Wants to Be the First Pro-Palestine Senator From Michigan appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Minnah Arshad
AIPAC Donors Back Real Estate Tycoon Who Opposed Gaza Ceasefire For Deep Blue Chicago Seat
Progressive Rep. Danny Davis rejected AIPAC cash at the end of his career. Now the Israel lobby is coming for his seat. The post AIPAC Donors Back Real Estate Tycoon Who Opposed Gaza Ceasefire For Deep Blue Chicago Seat appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
The Feds Want to Make It Illegal to Even Possess an Anarchist Zine
Daniel Sanchez is facing federal charges for what free speech advocates say is a clear attack on the First Amendment. The post The Feds Want to Make It Illegal to Even Possess an Anarchist Zine appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Seth Stern
Newly Unveiled Photos of MLK Jr. Show Depth of NYPD’s Surveillance
After J. Edgar Hoover cast the civil rights leader as a “liar,” NYPD’s spy unit heeded the call. The post Newly Unveiled Photos of MLK Jr. Show Depth of NYPD’s Surveillance appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Joshua Clark Davis
Legalizing Cocaine Is the Only Way to End the Drug War
The war on drugs has failed, and Trump’s deadly boat strikes are only doubling down on decades of failed policy. The post Legalizing Cocaine Is the Only Way to End the Drug War appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Mattha Busby
Trump Gutted AIDS Health Care at the Worst Possible Time
By the first World AIDS Day of his second term, Trump gutted LGBTQ+ employment globally and put humanity at greater risk of AIDS. The post Trump Gutted AIDS Health Care at the Worst Possible Time appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Steven W. Thrasher, Afeef Nessouli
Hondurans Called Right-Wing Ex-President a “Narco-Dictator.” Trump Plans to Pardon Him — but Threatens War on Venezuela
Juan Orlando Hernández has been promised a pardon for drug trafficking. Trump is threatening to oust Nicolás Maduro over similar allegations. The post Hondurans Called Right-Wing Ex-President a “Narco-Dictator.” Trump Plans to Pardon Him — but Threatens War o…
The Intercept by Jared Olson, Noah Hurowitz
Trump Wants to Make African Countries Share Abortion Data to Get AIDS Funding
An aid agreement template would require countries to share vast amounts of health data, including on abortion, to receive funds to combat HIV and other infectious diseases. The post Trump Wants to Make African Countries Share Abortion Data to Get AIDS Funding…
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
U.S. Citizens With Somali Roots Are Carrying Their Passports Amid Minnesota ICE Crackdown
ICE’s operation against Minnesota’s Somali community is seen not as an immigration raid but as a racist intimidation campaign. The post U.S. Citizens With Somali Roots Are Carrying Their Passports Amid Minnesota ICE Crackdown appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Boat Strike Survivors Clung to Wreckage for Some 45 Minutes Before U.S. Military Killed Them
“There are a lot of disturbing aspects. But this is one of the most disturbing.” The post Boat Strike Survivors Clung to Wreckage for Some 45 Minutes Before U.S. Military Killed Them appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
ICE Denies Pepper-Spraying Rep. Adelita Grijalva in Incident Caught on Video
Heavily armed tactical teams fired crowd suppression munitions at the Arizona lawmaker and protesters, claiming she was leading “a mob.” The post ICE Denies Pepper-Spraying Rep. Adelita Grijalva in Incident Caught on Video appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Ryan Devereaux
A Journalist Reported From Palestine. YouTube Deleted His Account Claiming He’s an Iranian Agent
YouTube offered multiple explanations for deleting the account of Robert Inlakesh, who covered Israel’s occupation of the West Bank. The post A Journalist Reported From Palestine. YouTube Deleted His Account Claiming He’s an Iranian Agent appeared first on Th…
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez, Nikita Mazurov
The Brand-New Pentagon Press Corps Is Gaga for Hegseth
The Department of War has cracked the code on making the perfect press corps by welcoming in only its biggest cheerleaders. The post The Brand-New Pentagon Press Corps Is Gaga for Hegseth appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Katherine Krueger
Alabama Begs Supreme Court to Make It Easier to Execute People With Intellectual Disabilities
The bizarre oral argument in Hamm v. Smith shows how decades of case law rooted in science is now under siege at the high court. The post Alabama Begs Supreme Court to Make It Easier to Execute People With Intellectual Disabilities appeared first on The Inter…
The Intercept by Liliana Segura
Despite Declining Support for the Death Penalty, Executions Nearly Doubled in 2025, Report Says
Fewer Americans support capital punishment. Fewer courts are handing out death sentences. And we’ve got way more executions this year. The post Despite Declining Support for the Death Penalty, Executions Nearly Doubled in 2025, Report Says appeared first on T…
The Intercept by Daniel Moritz-Rabson
Meet the U.S. Donors Funding ELNET, the AIPAC of Europe
These U.S. funders are exporting the same tactics that have for years helped AIPAC crush support for Palestinians to Europe. The post Meet the U.S. Donors Funding ELNET, the AIPAC of Europe appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
StopAntisemitism Takes Credit for Getting Hundreds Fired. A Music Teacher Is Suing.
Known for targeting celebrities like Ms. Rachel, the pro-Israel blacklist also goes after private individuals who post in solidarity with Palestine. The post StopAntisemitism Takes Credit for Getting Hundreds Fired. A Music Teacher Is Suing. appeared first on…
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
Anti-Palestinian Billionaires Will Now Control What TikTok Users See
Users need to revolt against what will very likely be an even more widespread effort to censor voices critical of Israel. The post Anti-Palestinian Billionaires Will Now Control What TikTok Users See appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sunjeev Bery
International Pressure Was Building to Hold Israel Accountable. What Happened?
After Trump’s plan for Gaza went into effect, governments seemed eager to return to the status quo. The post International Pressure Was Building to Hold Israel Accountable. What Happened? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
War on Christmas: Trump Announces Wave of Airstrikes Targeting ISIS Militants in Nigeria
Trump cast the Nigeria strikes as an assault on those "who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians." The post War on Christmas: Trump Announces Wave of Airstrikes Targeting ISIS Militants in Nigeria appeared first on The Inte…
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Cop Group Alleges “Discrimination” by Prosecutor for Being Too Nice to Immigrants
The pro-police group wants the Justice Department to investigate a reformist prosecutor for violating the civil rights of against American citizens. The post Cop Group Alleges “Discrimination” by Prosecutor for Being Too Nice to Immigrants appeared first on T…
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Kat Abughazaleh Thinks Campaign Funds Should Help Feed People
The Illinois congressional candidate turned her campaign office into a mutual aid hub. The post Kat Abughazaleh Thinks Campaign Funds Should Help Feed People appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
My Quest to Make the Pentagon Care About the Crimes It Covered Up
For years, I’ve shared names of former soldiers implicated in atrocities with the Pentagon. It’s shown no interest in punishment until Mark Kelly dissed Trump. The post My Quest to Make the Pentagon Care About the Crimes It Covered Up appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Dan Goldman Supported Warrantless Spying on Americans. Now His Primary Opponent Is Hitting Him for It.
Goldman was among a clutch of Democrats who voted for an NSA spy program, despite warnings about Trump’s return to power. The post Dan Goldman Supported Warrantless Spying on Americans. Now His Primary Opponent Is Hitting Him for It. appeared first on The Int…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Did Trump Just Confess to Attacking Venezuela?
“They have a big plant or a big facility where the ships come from. Two nights ago, we knocked that out. We hit them very hard.” The post Did Trump Just Confess to Attacking Venezuela? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
These Apps Let You Bet on Deportations and Famine. Mainstream Media Is Eating It Up.
“The long-term vision is to financialize everything and create a tradable asset out of any difference in opinion.” The post These Apps Let You Bet on Deportations and Famine. Mainstream Media Is Eating It Up. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Tekendra Parmar
CIA Was Behind Venezuela Drone Strike, Source Says
The December 24 drone strike in Venezuela is the latest in a long tradition of CIA interventions in Latin America — which often lead to destabilization and blowback. The post CIA Was Behind Venezuela Drone Strike, Source Says appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
The Feds Keep Prosecuting Protesters Against ICE — and Losing
Prosecutors for the Trump administration have been quick to bring charges against ICE protesters. They've also been quick to lose the cases. The post The Feds Keep Prosecuting Protesters Against ICE — and Losing appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Trump Spent 2025 Making Trans Lives Unliveable. It's Time for Democrats to Defend Them.
Elected Democrats haven't done nearly enough to oppose attacks on gender-affirming care. They risk being on the wrong side of history. The post Trump Spent 2025 Making Trans Lives Unliveable. It’s Time for Democrats to Defend Them. appeared first on The Inter…
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Right-Wing YouTuber Behind Viral Minnesota Fraud Video Has Long Anti-Immigrant History
Before alleging fraud in Minnesota’s Somali community, right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley built a following with anti-immigrant clips. The post Right-Wing YouTuber Behind Viral Minnesota Fraud Video Has Long Anti-Immigrant History appeared first on The Intercep…
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
American Labor Needed Unity. Then Came Trump’s Immigration Crackdown.
Trump has aimed to turn American workers against their immigrant colleagues. Labor leaders say it backfired. The post American Labor Needed Unity. Then Came Trump’s Immigration Crackdown. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Israel Accuses Mamdani of Antisemitism for Reversing Orders Adams Gave Under Indictment
New York civil liberties groups celebrated Mamdani’s orders as a step to protect the First Amendment right to criticize Israel. The post Israel Accuses Mamdani of Antisemitism for Reversing Orders Adams Gave Under Indictment appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
AI’s Imperial Agenda
“Empire of AI” author Karen Hao on how Silicon Valley’s young AI companies parallel colonial empires of old. The post AI’s Imperial Agenda appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by The Intercept Briefing
U.S. Captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Strikes Caracas, Trump Says
The dramatic escalation in Trump's regime change efforts took place after months of strikes on boats in the waters near Venezuela. The post U.S. Captures Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Strikes Caracas, Trump Says appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz, Nick Turse
Blackwater Successor Hunts Immigrants for ICE
Constellis Holdings, which traces its roots to Erik Prince’s mercenary firm Blackwater, landed an ICE contract as a bounty hunter. The post Blackwater Successor Hunts Immigrants for ICE appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Unnamed Source in Viral Minnesota Somali Fraud Video Is Right-Wing Lobbyist Who Called Muslims “Demons”
David Hoch, identified only by first name in Nick Shirley’s video, got info for his anti-Somali campaign from a GOP state House staffer. The post Unnamed Source in Viral Minnesota Somali Fraud Video Is Right-Wing Lobbyist Who Called Muslims “Demons” appeared …
The Intercept by Jacqueline Sweet
The Media Refuses to Call Trump’s Venezuela Attack an Act of War
By framing this brazen act of aggression in euphemistic terms, the media is falling in line with Trump. The post The Media Refuses to Call Trump’s Venezuela Attack an Act of War appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Adam Johnson
Americans Are Sick and Tired of Pointless Wars
Americans have lived through enough U.S. military campaigns to be skeptical of Trump’s Venezuela policy from the start. The post Americans Are Sick and Tired of Pointless Wars appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
Failed U.S. Military Effort in Africa is on the Chopping Block
As Trump focuses the military on the Western Hemisphere, AFRICOM and other foreign commands could be consolidated. The post Failed U.S. Military Effort in Africa is on the Chopping Block appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
“They Could See My Color”: Minneapolis Uber Driver Speaks Out On Why Border Patrol Accosted Him
Ahmed Bin Hassan, a Somali American, was defiant as more than a dozen masked federal agents harangued him about his accent. The post “They Could See My Color”: Minneapolis Uber Driver Speaks Out On Why Border Patrol Accosted Him appeared first on The Intercep…
The Intercept by Fatima Khan
Inside the Somali-Led Resistance to Trump’s Assault on Minneapolis
Somalis are fighting back, from homemade sambusas for protesters to foot patrols on the lookout for ICE. The post Inside the Somali-Led Resistance to Trump’s Assault on Minneapolis appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Fatima Khan, Meghnad Bose
“Abolish ICE” Is More Popular Than Ever. How Will Democrats Drop the Ball This Time?
Establishment Democrats are rejecting an increasingly popular position by refusing to take a bold stance that happens to be good politics. The post “Abolish ICE” Is More Popular Than Ever. How Will Democrats Drop the Ball This Time? appeared first on The Int…
The Intercept by Mychal Denzel Smith
Trump Is Making an Enemy of the Gun Lobby
With Minneapolis, the Trump administration is creating an existential threat for legal gun owners and Second Amendment advocates. The post Trump Is Making an Enemy of the Gun Lobby appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
“CBS Evening News” With Tony Dokoupil Is a Right-Wing Show for Absolutely No One
I watched the first two weeks of Bari Weiss’s attempt to reshape evening news. I’m left wondering who it’s even for. The post “CBS Evening News” With Tony Dokoupil Is a Right-Wing Show for Absolutely No One appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Katherine Krueger
The Farcical Case Against Don Lemon and Georgia Fort for Protest Reporting
The Justice Department is weaponizing a law intended to protect those seeking abortions to punish reporters covering anti-ICE activism. The post The Farcical Case Against Don Lemon and Georgia Fort for Protest Reporting appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by David Bralow
“Melania” Is as Vacuous as Its Subject
The bloated Amazon movie about first lady Melania Trump reveals next to nothing about its subject other than her complicity. The post “Melania” Is as Vacuous as Its Subject appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Katherine Krueger
An American Citizen Has Been Stuck in El Salvador’s Prison System Since the Biden Administration
Two years before Trump sent Kilmar Ábrego García to CECOT, the Bukele regime arrested a U.S. citizen for his tattoos. The Biden administration didn’t intervene. The post An American Citizen Has Been Stuck in El Salvador’s Prison System Since the Biden Adminis…
The Intercept by Caleb Brennan
Federal Agents Left Behind “Death Cards” After Capturing Immigrants
ICE agents dropped customized ace of spades playing cards, recalling a practice by U.S. soldiers during the Vietnam War. The post Federal Agents Left Behind “Death Cards” After Capturing Immigrants appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
An Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill With a Cruel New Twist
A new Kansas law lets those “aggrieved” by the presence of a trans person in a bathroom to file a civil suit for monetary damages. The post An Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill With a Cruel New Twist appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Judge Censored an ICE Agent’s Face Over “Threats.” His Info Was a Google Search Away.
Unsealed transcript reveals a judge bought the DOJ’s arguments about “bounties” on an ICE agent, when his name and location were on LinkedIn. The post Judge Censored an ICE Agent’s Face Over “Threats.” His Info Was a Google Search Away. appeared first on The …
The Intercept by Seth Stern
Gavin Newsom’s Biggest Problem Is Gavin Newsom
As Newsom gears up for 2028, his record will be a problem — but only because he’s stood for nothing. The post Gavin Newsom’s Biggest Problem Is Gavin Newsom appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sean Bell
EEOC Quietly Hired Lawyer Who Crusaded for Cases of Discrimination Against Men — Including His Own
Benjamin North, who had faced a college allegation, said discrimination against men pervaded the handling of campus sexual assault claims, including his own. The post EEOC Quietly Hired Lawyer Who Crusaded for Cases of Discrimination Against Men — Including H…
The Intercept by Bryce Covert
ICE’s Private Prison Contractors Spent Millions Lobbying to Force Banks to Give Them Loans
Major banks have denied financing to GEO Group and CoreCivic — but legislation pushed by the firms could force their hand. The post ICE’s Private Prison Contractors Spent Millions Lobbying to Force Banks to Give Them Loans appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Biplob Kumar Das
Lawmakers Call on Meta to Stop Running ICE Ad Featuring Neo-Nazi Anthem
Asked about an ICE ad featuring the song “We’ll Have Our Home Again,” DHS said: “Not everything you dislike is ‘Nazi propaganda.’” The post Lawmakers Call on Meta to Stop Running ICE Ad Featuring Neo-Nazi Anthem appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Austin Campbell
“Terrorist”: How ICE Weaponized 9/11’s Scarlet Letter
Spencer Ackerman on how the politics of counterterrorism led to ICE and CBP completing their transformation into a death squad — and why the agencies are unreformable. The post “Terrorist”: How ICE Weaponized 9/11’s Scarlet Letter appeared first on The Interc…
The Intercept by The Intercept Briefing
The Bloodbath at Washington Post Is All Jeff Bezos’s Fault
Billionaires like Bezos and Trump have no real interest in a free press — particularly when massive profits are on the line. The post The Bloodbath at Washington Post Is All Jeff Bezos’s Fault appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Eoin Higgins
Shipyard Bosses Forced to Pay Overtime to Get People to Stay for Pete Hegseth Speech
“They issued a polling sheet this morning to see who would attend and, at least from my crew, there were no takers.” The post Shipyard Bosses Forced to Pay Overtime to Get People to Stay for Pete Hegseth Speech appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Officials Dispute Trump Explanation of El Paso Airspace Closure. “There Was Not a Threat.”
Sources said the closure was connected to new counter-drone laser technology and miscommunication or misunderstanding by FAA. The post Officials Dispute Trump Explanation of El Paso Airspace Closure. “There Was Not a Threat.” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Texas “Antifa Cell” Terror Trial Takes on Tough Questions About Guns at Protests Against ICE
After a cop got shot, Prairieland ICE protesters face terrorism charges. Will Alex Pretti’s killing sway the jury? The post Texas “Antifa Cell” Terror Trial Takes on Tough Questions About Guns at Protests Against ICE appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
FBI Counterterrorism Agents Spent Weeks Seeking a Climate Activist — Then Showed Up at His Door
The visit suggests a possible FBI probe into Extinction Rebellion NYC as the Trump administration increases surveillance of activist groups. The post FBI Counterterrorism Agents Spent Weeks Seeking a Climate Activist — Then Showed Up at His Door appeared firs…
The Intercept by Jacqueline Sweet
Pam Bondi Admits DOJ Has a Secret Domestic Terrorist List
After the DOJ dodged questions for months, Bondi acknowledged in a House Judiciary Committee hearing that she had a list of targets under NPSM-7. The post Pam Bondi Admits DOJ Has a Secret Domestic Terrorist List appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Trump Attacked Immigrant Food Aid in Minnesota. Locals Fought Back.
With locals working to prevent neighbors from going hungry, fear and uncertainty remain as Trump’s historic occupation dies down. The post Trump Attacked Immigrant Food Aid in Minnesota. Locals Fought Back. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Ryan Devereaux
Attorney for Epstein Survivors Warns That Justice Is Impossible With Bondi as AG
The Trump Justice Department is protecting the powerful at the expense of Epstein’s victims, says an attorney representing nine of his accusers. The post Attorney for Epstein Survivors Warns That Justice Is Impossible With Bondi as AG appeared first on The …
The Intercept by The Intercept Briefing
Leakers Helped Destroy the Deportation Case Against Tufts Student
The disclosures revealed the case was built entirely on an op-ed Rümeysa Öztürk co-wrote, a chilling attack on free speech. The post Leakers Helped Destroy the Deportation Case Against Tufts Student appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Seth Stern
Jasmine Crockett Swears Off Corporate Cash — But Transferred Thousands From Her House Campaign
A Democrat running for Senate in Texas has a complicated history with corporate America and the crypto industry. The post Jasmine Crockett Swears Off Corporate Cash — But Transferred Thousands From Her House Campaign appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Palantir Gets Millions of Dollars From New York City’s Public Hospitals
Activist are urging New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation to cut ties with the ICE contractor. The post Palantir Gets Millions of Dollars From New York City’s Public Hospitals appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Prison-Style Free Speech Censorship Is Coming for the Rest of Us
The government wants to make it illegal to possess literature it deems dangerous — a familiar tactic to this incarcerated writer. The post Prison-Style Free Speech Censorship Is Coming for the Rest of Us appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jeremy Busby
It’s Correct and Moral to Use the Olympics to Speak Out About Politics
Sports can't be separated from politics, and athletes are well within their rights to criticize Trump on the world stage. The post It’s Correct and Moral to Use the Olympics to Speak Out About Politics appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
Can Trump’s Plan for Warehouse Immigrant Detention Camps Be Stopped?
ICE has the money it needs to turn warehouses into prisons for immigrants. But local pressure stopped one project in its tracks. The post Can Trump’s Plan for Warehouse Immigrant Detention Camps Be Stopped? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Air Force Maintenance Staff Can’t Stop Buying Fancy Knives With Tax Dollars
“Everyone knew we didn’t need them.” Air Force maintainers have been on a decadelong knife-ordering spree. The post Air Force Maintenance Staff Can’t Stop Buying Fancy Knives With Tax Dollars appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Austin Campbell
U.S. Sent a Rescue Plane for Boat Strike Survivors. It Took 45 Hours to Arrive.
In seas that could kill a person within an hour, it took nearly two days for a rescue plane to arrive. The post U.S. Sent a Rescue Plane for Boat Strike Survivors. It Took 45 Hours to Arrive. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Tomi McCluskey, Nick Turse
Philadelphia Could Elect Its First Muslim Congressman. He’s Not Sure Where He Stands on Israel.
Sharif Street states no Israel policy on his website and was briefly the beneficiary of a pro-Israel fundraising page. He's trying to walk a fine line in a crowded primary. The post Philadelphia Could Elect Its First Muslim Congressman. He’s Not Sure Where He…
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Trump Menaces Iran With Massive Armada Capable of Prolonged War
The amount of military forces gathering near Iran dwarfs even the monthslong build-up before the U.S. coup in Venezuela. The post Trump Menaces Iran With Massive Armada Capable of Prolonged War appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
More U.S. Troops Are Headed to Nigeria
The Trump administration is sending more troops to a region where U.S. military presence has coincided with increased violence. The post More U.S. Troops Are Headed to Nigeria appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
A New PAC Wants to Counter Israel’s Influence. It Also Welcomes Hitler Apologists.
AZAPAC's Michael Rectenwald wants to fight pro-Israel interests in politics. To do that, he's courted Nick Fuentes and endorsed white nationalist candidates. The post A New PAC Wants to Counter Israel’s Influence. It Also Welcomes Hitler Apologists. appeared …
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
What Does Trump Want With Cuba?
The Trump administration’s maximum pressure campaign is pushing Cuba into a deeper humanitarian crisis. The post What Does Trump Want With Cuba? appeared first on The Intercept.
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Kristi Noem Repeatedly Claimed ICE Deported a Cannibal. It Was “Completely Made Up.”
Law enforcement sources told The Intercept that Noem’s tale about a cannibal was a fabrication. The post Kristi Noem Repeatedly Claimed ICE Deported a Cannibal. It Was “Completely Made Up.” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Nonprofit Coalition Asks Courts to Prevent Coercive Federal Investigation Tactics
Seventeen organizations filed an amicus brief calling out pretextual federal investigations and arguing for judicial oversight. The post Nonprofit Coalition Asks Courts to Prevent Coercive Federal Investigation Tactics appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump Won’t Stop Trying to Punish Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge must decide whether Abrego is the target of a “vindictive prosecution” by the Trump administration. The post Trump Won’t Stop Trying to Punish Kilmar Abrego Garcia appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Liliana Segura
Trump Demanded El Mencho’s Head. Mexicans Are Paying the Price.
The violence in Mexico is fueled by U.S. guns and money. Killing a cartel boss won’t change that. The post Trump Demanded El Mencho’s Head. Mexicans Are Paying the Price. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Texas Progressives Say Democratic Establishment Is Blowing It In the Rio Grande Valley
Locals think the party overlearned the lessons of Trump’s surprising gains — and should stay out of the way. The post Texas Progressives Say Democratic Establishment Is Blowing It In the Rio Grande Valley appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
The U.S. Killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. What Comes Next?
“This tells any potential adversaries of the U.S.: Get nuclear weapons. Hedging is not a strategy.” The post The U.S. Killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. What Comes Next? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Trump's Iran Attack Was Illegal, Former U.S. Military Officials Allege
“This is an introduction of U.S. forces into hostilities. It absolutely triggers the 48-hour notice requirement.” The post Trump’s Iran Attack Was Illegal, Former U.S. Military Officials Allege appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Austin Campbell
Surveillance, Propaganda, Intimidation: Dems Need to Wise Up That ICE Is a National Security Threat
DHS has built a national police force with massive surveillance capabilities — which it could use to interfere with our elections. The post Surveillance, Propaganda, Intimidation: Dems Need to Wise Up That ICE Is a National Security Threat appeared first on T…
The Intercept by Domenic Powell
Trump’s War to Nowhere
Intercept senior editor Ali Gharib discusses the human and political toll of the Israel–U.S. war on Iran with Séamus Malekafzali. The post Trump’s War to Nowhere appeared first on The Intercept.
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OpenAI on Surveillance and Autonomous Killings: You’re Going to Have to Trust Us
OpenAI says Americans shouldn’t worry about the ethics of its new Pentagon contract. You’ll have to take their word for it (and Pete Hegseth’s). The post OpenAI on Surveillance and Autonomous Killings: You’re Going to Have to Trust Us appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Columbia Flouted Its Own Policies and Let ICE Into University Buildings
The policy has been in place for at least a year — but school security keeps letting ICE agents in. The post Columbia Flouted Its Own Policies and Let ICE Into University Buildings appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Meghnad Bose, Macy Hanzlik-Barend
U.S. Military Refuses to Endorse Trump Claim That Iran Bombed Girls’ School
“It would be inappropriate to comment given the incident is under investigation,” CENTCOM told The Intercept. The post U.S. Military Refuses to Endorse Trump Claim That Iran Bombed Girls’ School appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
It’s a War With Iran, Not an “Intervention”
Elected officials desperately want to cast our war with Iran as an “intervention” or “operation.” Don’t let them get away with it. The post It’s a War With Iran, Not an “Intervention” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Séamus Malekafzali
Islamophobic Think Tank Helped Prosectors Write Terror Indictment Against ICE Protesters
The far-right Center for Security Policy, led by anti-Muslim activist Frank Gaffney, is best known for pedaling conspiracy theories. The post Islamophobic Think Tank Helped Prosectors Write Terror Indictment Against ICE Protesters appeared first on The Interc…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Pentagon Report: U.S. Military Fired Missile at Elementary School in Iran
Despite attempts by Trump to claim otherwise, the U.S. military was responsible for killing at least 175 in a strike on a school in Iran. The post Pentagon Report: U.S. Military Fired Missile at Elementary School in Iran appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Trump’s AI-Powered World Wars
Nick Turse and Hooman Majd discuss war on Iran and other U.S. conflicts, and Sam Biddle breaks down how AI is being used. The post Trump’s AI-Powered World Wars appeared first on The Intercept.
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Wearing All Black at Protests Makes You Guilty of Terrorism, Prosecutors Tell Jury
The Prairieland case is a major test of the Trump administration’s push to label “antifa” protesters as terrorists. The post Wearing All Black at Protests Makes You Guilty of Terrorism, Prosecutors Tell Jury appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
AIPAC Is Staying Out of Illinois Senate Race — But Its Donors Back Juliana Stratton
AIPAC is spending big in Tuesday’s Illinois House primaries. In the Senate race, its donors quietly lined up behind the lieutenant governor. The post AIPAC Is Staying Out of Illinois Senate Race — But Its Donors Back Juliana Stratton appeared first on The Int…
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Why Dems Keep Saying Trump Has “No Plan” Instead of Calling to End the War With Iran
By rallying behind process-based critiques, the Democrats are refusing to stand against the war on moral grounds. The post Why Dems Keep Saying Trump Has “No Plan” Instead of Calling to End the War With Iran appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Adam Johnson
I Wrote a Movie Review. Cops Took It From A Protester’s Home to Make the Case That He’s a Terrorist.
My little horror movie review was introduced to prove a conception of antifa that — like many of the monsters we scream at in horror flicks — isn’t quite real. The post I Wrote a Movie Review. Cops Took It From A Protester’s Home to Make the Case That He’s a …
The Intercept by Sophie Lewis
Anti-ICE Protesters Convicted on Terrorism Charges for Wearing All Black
The government won on most of its charges, including convicting defendants for moving a box of radical zines. The post Anti-ICE Protesters Convicted on Terrorism Charges for Wearing All Black appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Crypto Spends Big in Illinois House Races to Say Consumer Rights Supporters Are Corrupt
A crypto PAC smeared one progressive backed by Bernie Sanders as a “corporate pawn” and spent millions calling another a tax cheat. The post Crypto Spends Big in Illinois House Races to Say Consumer Rights Supporters Are Corrupt appeared first on The Intercep…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
U.S. Warmongering Hits Historic Level as Trump Attacks 3 Continents in 3 Days
Since World War II, the U.S. has rarely, if ever, attacked so many places. “All war. All the time. Everywhere,” one source put it. The post U.S. Warmongering Hits Historic Level as Trump Attacks 3 Continents in 3 Days appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Air Force Academy Prepares Ideological Overhaul, With Erika Kirk Bringing “Bold Christian Faith”
The academy’s oversight board records show leaders dismantling DEI to align with Trump directives. Critics warn the military is becoming “a Christian nationalist praetorian guard.” The post Air Force Academy Prepares Ideological Overhaul, With Erika Kirk Brin…
The Intercept by Austin Campbell
Seth Moulton Saw Trans Rights as a Political Liability. It Could Doom His Senate Campaign.
The Massachusetts congressman is struggling to land his message of generational change with his past anti-trans comments haunting him. The post Seth Moulton Saw Trans Rights as a Political Liability. It Could Doom His Senate Campaign. appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Pentagon Implores Civilian Workers to Join ICE “Volunteer Force”
The Defense Department is recruiting on behalf of DHS while the latter faces public backlash and a continued lack of government funding. The post Pentagon Implores Civilian Workers to Join ICE “Volunteer Force” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz, Austin Campbell
Joe Kent’s Resignation Could Bolster a Wave of Conscientious Objectors to Trump’s Iran War
“This is the kind of thing that really resonates: seeing respected people in positions of power validating what many service members feel.” The post Joe Kent’s Resignation Could Bolster a Wave of Conscientious Objectors to Trump’s Iran War appeared first on T…
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Data Centers Are Military Targets Now
With militaries increasingly relying on artificial intelligence, data centers have emerged as new targets for strikes. The post Data Centers Are Military Targets Now appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
“Liberate Their Bodies From Their Souls”: The Lies That Sell the Iran War
Ali Gharib speaks to Afeef Nessouli about the latest strikes on Lebanon and peace strategist Sanam Naraghi-Anderlini on the U.S.–Israel assault on Iran. The post “Liberate Their Bodies From Their Souls”: The Lies That Sell the Iran War appeared first on The I…
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Hegseth Makes Troops Prove “Sincerely Held” Faith in Latest Beard Crackdown
Hegseth’s obsession with beards risks jeopardizing religious liberties as the military undergoes an apparent Christian nationalist turn. The post Hegseth Makes Troops Prove “Sincerely Held” Faith in Latest Beard Crackdown appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz, Austin Campbell
Leaders of Elite Paratrooper Unit Ordered to Middle East as Trump Weighs Iran Ground War
Government sources tell The Intercept that leadership of the storied 82nd Airborne Division have been ordered to the Middle East. The post Leaders of Elite Paratrooper Unit Ordered to Middle East as Trump Weighs Iran Ground War appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Pentagon Wants It to Be Illegal for Reporters to Ask “Unauthorized” Questions
The Trump admin wants to criminalize a key part of journalists doing their jobs — a broadside attack on a free press. The post Pentagon Wants It to Be Illegal for Reporters to Ask “Unauthorized” Questions appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Seth Stern
The Regime Survives, Trump Has to Deal, and Iranians Are the Biggest Losers
Short of a full-scale invasion, it looks like Trump will need to deal with the Iranian regime. The post The Regime Survives, Trump Has to Deal, and Iranians Are the Biggest Losers appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Hooman Majd
Protesting the Smash-and-Grab Presidency With Nikhil Pal Singh
Nikhil Pal Singh on building bigger coalitions and where the opposition goes in this increasingly hostile protest environment. The post Protesting the Smash-and-Grab Presidency With Nikhil Pal Singh appeared first on The Intercept.
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Sunrise Movement Pushes Anti-War Candidates, Endorsing Melat Kiros in Denver
The group’s increasing anti-war push shows how progressives are leveraging an unpopular war in the midterms. The post Sunrise Movement Pushes Anti-War Candidates, Endorsing Melat Kiros in Denver appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
ICE at Airports Trains Us to Accept Being Terrorized in Our Daily Lives
I had an ultimately harmless encounter with ICE at a TSA checkpoint. It was a preview of a new, more sophisticated way to terrorize people. The post ICE at Airports Trains Us to Accept Being Terrorized in Our Daily Lives appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Mathew Rodriguez
Trump’s Secret Wars on the World Keep Expanding
An analysis by The Intercept reveals that the “peace” president has embroiled the U.S. in more than 20 military interventions, armed conflicts, and wars. The post Trump’s Secret Wars on the World Keep Expanding appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Two Thirds of People Arrested by ICE in Minnesota Surge Had No Criminal Records, New Data Reveals
The White House had said all the thousands of people arrested were “dangerous criminal” immigrants. The post Two Thirds of People Arrested by ICE in Minnesota Surge Had No Criminal Records, New Data Reveals appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Meghnad Bose, Luke Lawson
What Would We All Say If Iran Razed MIT Because of Military-Related Research?
The destruction of parts of two universities in Iran fits with Israel’s M.O. of crippling countries’ ability to rebuild. The post What Would We All Say If Iran Razed MIT Because of Military-Related Research? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
“Casualty Cover-Up”: The Pentagon Is Hiding U.S. Losses Under Trump in the Middle East
The Pentagon has sent outdated statements on the number of U.S. troops killed or wounded during the Iran war, resulting in undercounts. The post “Casualty Cover-Up”: The Pentagon Is Hiding U.S. Losses Under Trump in the Middle East appeared first on The Inter…
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Iranian Americans Have Turned Against the War, New Poll Finds
At the start of the U.S.–Israel war, Iranian Americans were split. Now a NIAC poll found that two-thirds want to see it end. The post Iranian Americans Have Turned Against the War, New Poll Finds appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Conversion Therapy Gets Speech Protections — But Trans Kids’ Existence Gets No Protection At All
The Supreme Court ruling has far-reaching, terrifying potential consequences — and not just for trans youth. The post Conversion Therapy Gets Speech Protections — But Trans Kids’ Existence Gets No Protection At All appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Iran Shoots Down F-15 Fighter Jet After Trump Bragged They Had No Capability
Iran shot down a U.S. fighter jet as Trump threatened the country’s critical infrastructure and destroyed a bridge near Tehran. The post Iran Shoots Down F-15 Fighter Jet After Trump Bragged They Had No Capability appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Trump’s Holy War Abroad and at Home
Journalist Sara Posner on how the Christian right’s end times views are shaping U.S. foreign and domestic policies. The post Trump’s Holy War Abroad and at Home appeared first on The Intercept.
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Grandmother Faces Trial in Alabama for Wearing Penis Costume to No Kings Protest
When the viral video cooled off, people thought the case against the 62-year-old would be dropped. Prosecutors doubled down. The post Grandmother Faces Trial in Alabama for Wearing Penis Costume to No Kings Protest appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Liliana Segura
DHS Launches Massive “Less Lethal” Chemical Weapons Buying Spree
Federal agents’ indiscriminate use of tear gases and “less-lethal” projectiles has become a mainstay of protest crackdowns. The post DHS Launches Massive “Less Lethal” Chemical Weapons Buying Spree appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Far-Right Religious Leaders Advising Trump See Iran as an End Times Holy War
By making Iran into a religious crusade, Trump’s spiritual advisers are making the war that much more difficult to end. The post Far-Right Religious Leaders Advising Trump See Iran as an End Times Holy War appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
The Media Just Can’t Help Turning Iran Fighter Jet Rescue Into “Black Hawk Down”
Everyone reported the exact same story at the exact same time — and they all relied on the same liars who got us into this mess. The post The Media Just Can’t Help Turning Iran Fighter Jet Rescue Into “Black Hawk Down” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Katherine Krueger
DOJ Wants to Scrap Watergate-Era Rule That Makes Presidential Records Public
Killing the Presidential Records Act would allow private individuals to hold the keys to American history, forever. The post DOJ Wants to Scrap Watergate-Era Rule That Makes Presidential Records Public appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Lauren Harper
The Forever Spoiler: Netanyahu Has Been Blowing Up Diplomacy With Iran for Decades
Israel’s vicious attack on Lebanon emerged as the biggest threat to the Iran ceasefire. That might be intentional. The post The Forever Spoiler: Netanyahu Has Been Blowing Up Diplomacy With Iran for Decades appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jamal Abdi
The Democrats Don’t Know Who They’ll Be in 2028. Michigan May Offer an Answer.
The outrage over Abdul El-Sayed’s appearance with Hasan Piker reveals a schism that runs deeper than his Senate primary race against Mallory McMorrow. The post The Democrats Don’t Know Who They’ll Be in 2028. Michigan May Offer an Answer. appeared first on Th…
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
Trump Administration Wants to Make It More Difficult to Evade a Military Draft
With automatic Selective Service registration, it would be harder for Americans to dodge a potential military draft. The post Trump Administration Wants to Make It More Difficult to Evade a Military Draft appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
A Redditor Criticized ICE. Trump Is Trying to Unmask Them by Dragging the Company to a Secret Grand Jury.
An ICE summons to get the user’s identity failed. Advocates worry the move to a grand jury signals an escalation of the war on dissent. The post A Redditor Criticized ICE. Trump Is Trying to Unmask Them by Dragging the Company to a Secret Grand Jury. appeared…
The Intercept by Ryan Devereaux
Putting Fuel on a Ceasefire: Israel Tries to Kill U.S.–Iran Talks
“In many ways, what actually has potentially led to this ceasefire is the fact that Iran is able to create a chokehold over 20 percent of the world’s oil.” The post Putting Fuel on a Ceasefire: Israel Tries to Kill U.S.–Iran Talks appeared first on The Interc…
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DOGE Cuts Left U.S. Unable to Help Americans Stranded in Iran War Zone
Foreign service officers fired in Elon Musk’s workforce purge warn the State Department is unable to help Americans stranded in the Middle East. The post DOGE Cuts Left U.S. Unable to Help Americans Stranded in Iran War Zone appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
The U.S. Is Still Routinely Killing Civilians in Boats
The Trump administration has hit a grim milestone with its 50th strike on a civilian boat in the waters off Latin America. The post The U.S. Is Still Routinely Killing Civilians in Boats appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Dem Leaders Aren’t Even Bothering to Rally Caucus Against Trump Domestic Spying Powers
Grassroots opposition to renewing Section 702 of FISA is building, thanks in part to fears about AI used to sort Americans’ data. The post Dem Leaders Aren’t Even Bothering to Rally Caucus Against Trump Domestic Spying Powers appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Amy Goodman on the Media’s “Access of Evil”
The investigative journalist and “Democracy Now!” host — and the subject of a new documentary — on why independent media is needed now more than ever. The post Amy Goodman on the Media’s “Access of Evil” appeared first on The Intercept.
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Facebook and Instagram Tighten Censorship Rules for Saying “Antifa”
Meta’s new rules let it ban users or suppress comments that include the word “antifa” alongside “content-level threat signals.” The post Facebook and Instagram Tighten Censorship Rules for Saying “Antifa” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Armed Off-Duty Cop Tried to Incite Violence at a High School Anti-ICE Protest
“My plan is legitimately to just let them all assault me and you guys arrest them all,” the Phoenix cop told fellow police after the incident. The post Armed Off-Duty Cop Tried to Incite Violence at a High School Anti-ICE Protest appeared first on The Interce…
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
These Middle Eastern News Sites Are Actually U.S. Government Propaganda Operations
Al-Fassel and Pishtaz News publish pro-U.S. coverage about the war on Iran and the Trump administration’s plan to redevelop Gaza. The post These Middle Eastern News Sites Are Actually U.S. Government Propaganda Operations appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Progressive Group Founded by Bernie Sanders Endorses Billionaire for California Governor
With voters on the left split across a wide Democratic field, Our Revolution says it backed Tom Steyer to avoid handing the seat to a Republican. The post Progressive Group Founded by Bernie Sanders Endorses Billionaire for California Governor appeared first …
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
LAPD Deployed Drones to Spy on No Kings Protest
Flight records show that Los Angeles police dispatched drones 32 times over last month’s No Kings rally. The post LAPD Deployed Drones to Spy on No Kings Protest appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
U.S. Personnel Who Died in Mexico Were Working For the CIA, Sources Say
Two Americans killed in Mexico, previously identified only as “staff from the United States Embassy,” participated in a raid on a drug lab. The post U.S. Personnel Who Died in Mexico Were Working For the CIA, Sources Say appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
ICE Is Looking For Parking in New York City — For a 150-Vehicle Deportation Fleet
With its last contract expiring, activists say garage owners should spurn ICE to avoid becoming complicit in Trump’s deportation blitz. The post ICE Is Looking For Parking in New York City — For a 150-Vehicle Deportation Fleet appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Pentagon Erases Wounded U.S. Troops From Iran War Casualty List: “Definition of a Cover-up”
The U.S. government altered its tally of American casualties — inexplicably scrubbing 15 wounded-in-action troops from the count. The post Pentagon Erases Wounded U.S. Troops From Iran War Casualty List: “Definition of a Cover-up” appeared first on The Interc…
The Intercept by Nick Turse
The Short and Ridiculous Trial of a Protester Arrested in an Inflatable Penis Costume
An Alabama cop who confronted the No Kings protester claimed she posed a risk to public safety. The judge was unconvinced. The post The Short and Ridiculous Trial of a Protester Arrested in an Inflatable Penis Costume appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Liliana Segura
Trump Has Already Spent at Least $4.7 Billion Attacking Latin America
It’s not cheap to attack Venezuela and capture its president or conduct dozens of strikes on civilian boats. The post Trump Has Already Spent at Least $4.7 Billion Attacking Latin America appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Kash Patel Is Using MAGA’s Favorite Tool to Muzzle the Free Press
By suing The Atlantic for defamation, the FBI director is leveraging one of Trump’s legal tactics to tamp down free speech. The post Kash Patel Is Using MAGA’s Favorite Tool to Muzzle the Free Press appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Eoin Higgins
“We Knew They Were Paying Informants”: SPLC Donors Reject Trump DOJ Fraud Claims
Twenty donors to the Southern Poverty Law Center said the alleged “fraud” being prosecuted in their name was exactly how they hoped the group would spend their money. The post “We Knew They Were Paying Informants”: SPLC Donors Reject Trump DOJ Fraud Claims ap…
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
“Me Too” Comes Back To Congress
Intercept staffers discuss the themes emerging this midterm election season. The post “Me Too” Comes Back To Congress appeared first on The Intercept.
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Palantir Is Helping Trump’s IRS Conduct “Massive-Scale” Data Mining
Military contractor Palantir has been paid more than $130 million by the IRS to analyze sensitive federal databases. The post Palantir Is Helping Trump’s IRS Conduct “Massive-Scale” Data Mining appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Kash Patel Got Arrested for Public Urination After a Night of Drinking
The FBI director was arrested twice in his youth for alcohol-related incidents that he said were “not representative of my usual conduct.” The post Kash Patel Got Arrested for Public Urination After a Night of Drinking appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Trevor Aaronson
Trump Bulldozed a 1,000-Year-Old Archeological Site to Make Room for a Second Border Wall
DHS was in talks with the wildlife refuge that hosts the ancient site to make sure it was protected, a local archeologist said. The post Trump Bulldozed a 1,000-Year-Old Archeological Site to Make Room for a Second Border Wall appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Adam Federman
Ron Wyden Is Pissing Off the NSA’s Biggest Backers. Tom Cotton Warns There Will Be “Consequences.”
Debate over a secret court opinion involving the Trump administration’s use of data collected by the NSA turned personal. The post Ron Wyden Is Pissing Off the NSA’s Biggest Backers. Tom Cotton Warns There Will Be “Consequences.” appeared first on The Interce…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
FBI Redirected Thousands of Workers to Target Immigrants Under Trump's Deportation Push
Over 9,000 FBI personnel were assigned to immigration after Trump returned to office — a massive diversion that experts warn could put national security at risk. The post FBI Redirected Thousands of Workers to Target Immigrants Under Trump’s Deportation Push …
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Another Assassination Attempt, More Fertilizer for Conspiracy Theories
Rep. Jamie Raskin responds to his Dana Bash interview, plus journalist Mike Rothschild on the world of political conspiracies. The post Another Assassination Attempt, More Fertilizer for Conspiracy Theories appeared first on The Intercept.
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Graham Platner Handed Centrist Dems a Bruising Defeat in Maine
After throwing their support behind Gov. Janet Mills, party leaders are left doing an about-face on the insurgent candidate. The post Graham Platner Handed Centrist Dems a Bruising Defeat in Maine appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Eoin Higgins
Musk Warns of Killer AI — While He and the Rest of Silicon Valley Cash In on AI That Kills
In his lawsuit against OpenAI, Elon Musk evoked a “Terminator” scenario. He said nothing about the people AI is already killing. The post Musk Warns of Killer AI — While He and the Rest of Silicon Valley Cash In on AI That Kills appeared first on The Intercep…
The Intercept by Sam Biddle
Never Apologize
James Comey, Zohran Mamdani, and the lost art of doubling down. The post Never Apologize appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Katherine Krueger
Trump’s Killing Spree Isn’t Stopping the Flow of Drugs Into the U.S.
The Trump administration falsely claims that boat strikes target fentanyl and have halted 97 percent of cocaine shipments to the U.S. The post Trump’s Killing Spree Isn’t Stopping the Flow of Drugs Into the U.S. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Hegseth Clings to Phony Ceasefire to Help Trump Evade War Powers Pressure
War Secretary Pete Hegseth insists “the ceasefire is not over,” despite renewed combat between U.S. and Iranian forces. The post Hegseth Clings to Phony Ceasefire to Help Trump Evade War Powers Pressure appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Lawyer on EEOC’s New York Times Lawsuit Has History Battling Discrimination Against Men
A former EEOC chair said, “They’re putting out their best facts in this complaint, and the facts are pathetic.” The post Lawyer on EEOC’s New York Times Lawsuit Has History Battling Discrimination Against Men appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Bryce Covert
She Opposed His Plan for a Blockchain City. Now He’s Bankrolling Her Primary Opponent.
A crypto mogul gave $2.5 million to a candidate running against state Sen. Nicole Cannizzaro in the Nevada attorney general race. The post She Opposed His Plan for a Blockchain City. Now He’s Bankrolling Her Primary Opponent. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Maine Dems to Vote on Condemning DCCC Interference in House Primary
National Democrats put their weight behind a candidate in Maine's hotly contested House race just weeks before the primary. Locals are pissed. The post Maine Dems to Vote on Condemning DCCC Interference in House Primary appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Tennessee GOP Moves to Decimate Black Voting Power After Supreme Court’s Blessing of Jim Crow
With the Supreme Court blessing racial gerrymandering, Tennessee’s GOP rushed to eliminate the state’s only majority-Black congressional district. The post Tennessee GOP Moves to Decimate Black Voting Power After Supreme Court’s Blessing of Jim Crow appeared …
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Big Finance Might Be Dooming the SPLC — Even Before Its Day in Court
Fidelity, Charles Schwab, and Vanguard are tamping down on the Southern Poverty Law Center’s donations, acting as the government’s de facto censors. The post Big Finance Might Be Dooming the SPLC — Even Before Its Day in Court appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Rainey Reitman
Hasan Piker Is the Democrats’ New Man on the Trail, Whether They Like It or Not
Insurgent candidates like Bush are tapping Piker as a campaign surrogate — but they still face an uphill battle to winning. The post Hasan Piker Is the Democrats’ New Man on the Trail, Whether They Like It or Not appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Devin Thomas O’Shea
The Supreme Court Ends Multiracial Democracy as We Know It
As Tennessee eliminated its only majority-Black district, Ari Berman and Tennessee state Rep. Justin J. Pearson explain how SCOTUS enabled the right’s “power grab.” The post The Supreme Court Ends Multiracial Democracy as We Know It appeared first on The Int…
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Amid Hantavirus Panic, the Ivermectin Super Fans Are Back
Those who cheered ivermectin as a Covid-19 treatment are now making unsubstantiated claims about its use against hantavirus. The post Amid Hantavirus Panic, the Ivermectin Super Fans Are Back appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Austin Campbell
Dodging FOIA Could Now Mean Arrest and Strip Search, Depending on Who’s Asking
The DOJ is now treating evading a records request as a crime, a stunning act of hypocrisy from the Trump administration. The post Dodging FOIA Could Now Mean Arrest and Strip Search, Depending on Who’s Asking appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Lauren Harper
A Trump U.S. Attorney’s Professional Misconduct Must Be Kept “Private and Confidential”
A legal disciplinary panel won’t disclose any details about its inquiry into John Sarcone, a Trump loyalist in New York. The post A Trump U.S. Attorney’s Professional Misconduct Must Be Kept “Private and Confidential” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
FBI Tip Claimed Mahmoud Khalil Called for “Violence on Behalf of Hamas” Two Days Before ICE Arrest
The FBI probe was promptly closed and found Khalil did not “warrant further investigation.” The Trump administration kept calling him a threat. The post FBI Tip Claimed Mahmoud Khalil Called for “Violence on Behalf of Hamas” Two Days Before ICE Arrest appeare…
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Hegseth Asks for More Money as Iran War Costs Skyrocket
War Secretary Pete Hegseth was on Capitol Hill Tuesday to defend the Pentagon’s $1.5 trillion budget request. The post Hegseth Asks for More Money as Iran War Costs Skyrocket appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
DOJ Escalates War on Trans Youth Healthcare With Criminal Subpoenas
We already know how high the stakes are for patients and their families — and rolling over now could hurt all of medicine. The post DOJ Escalates War on Trans Youth Healthcare With Criminal Subpoenas appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
Scott Wiener Opposes a California Billionaire Tax. So Do His Tech CEO Backers.
Crypto executive Chris Larsen has spent millions fighting billionaire tax measures, and he’s the largest individual donor to a PAC backing Wiener. The post Scott Wiener Opposes a California Billionaire Tax. So Do His Tech CEO Backers. appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Jonah Valdez
A “Scheme” Against Dobbs: SCOTUS Dissent Hints at Next Phase of Abortion Rights Fight
Justice Clarence Thomas argues the Comstock Act, passed in 1873, prohibits the mailing of abortion medication. The post A “Scheme” Against Dobbs: SCOTUS Dissent Hints at Next Phase of Abortion Rights Fight appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Judge Sanctioned Private Prison Giant for Destroying Evidence in ICE Death Suit
The first known sanction of its kind held CoreCivic responsible for destroying video in a case alleging wrongful death of an ICE detainee. The post Judge Sanctioned Private Prison Giant for Destroying Evidence in ICE Death Suit appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Timothy Pratt
U.S. Casualties in Iran War Rise as Military Strikes Begin Again
Despite a pause in hostilities during the rickety ceasefire U.S.-Iran ceasefire, the number of American casualties has ticked up to 423. The post U.S. Casualties in Iran War Rise as Military Strikes Begin Again appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Supercharges Violence in the Americas
The Trump administration’s aggression in the Americas has resulted in cartels fragmenting and embracing new strategies. The post Trump’s ‘Donroe Doctrine’ Supercharges Violence in the Americas appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Trump’s War on ISIS Is Failing, No Matter How Gorka Spins It
Despite rising terror attacks in Somalia, Trump counter-terror czar Sebastian Gorka is taking a victory lap. The post Trump’s War on ISIS Is Failing, No Matter How Gorka Spins It appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Sunrise Movement Backs Saikat Chakrabarti, Progressive Firebrand Behind the Green New Deal
The former AOC staffer is an at-times divisive figure known for provoking the political establishment. Sunrise argues he’s needed in Congress to take on Trump. The post Sunrise Movement Backs Saikat Chakrabarti, Progressive Firebrand Behind the Green New Deal…
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Ex-Trump Campaign Chief Funneled Millions of Israeli Government Money to His Longtime Allies’ Companies
New public disclosures reveal a web of right-wing businesses being paid by Israel through Brad Parscale. The post Ex-Trump Campaign Chief Funneled Millions of Israeli Government Money to His Longtime Allies’ Companies appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Cleveland-Stout, Jacqueline Sweet
Graham Platner Is Forcing Centrist Dems to Reckon With “Vote Blue No Matter Who”
Rep. Jake Auchincloss urging Democrats to vote against the presumptive Maine Senate nominee exposes the limits of party unity. The post Graham Platner Is Forcing Centrist Dems to Reckon With “Vote Blue No Matter Who” appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Eoin Higgins
The Race to Build AI Data Centers — Before the People Can Protest
From Utah to Georgia, communities are demanding data center moratoriums as concerns move from local zoning fights into national politics. The post The Race to Build AI Data Centers — Before the People Can Protest appeared first on The Intercept.
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Trump Administration Tries to Shift Blame for Ebola Response
After cutting its support for frontline healthcare workers in Central Africa, the Trump administration is pointing fingers. The post Trump Administration Tries to Shift Blame for Ebola Response appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
House Dems Coming Around on Iran War — But Won’t Vote to Stop Israel’s Destruction of Lebanon
Though its backers remain optimistic, a bill blocking U.S. support for Israel’s war in Lebanon exposed rifts among Democrats. The post House Dems Coming Around on Iran War — But Won’t Vote to Stop Israel’s Destruction of Lebanon appeared first on The Intercep…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
The Real “Divide” Among Democrats Over Israel Is Between Party Leadership and Voters
Supporting Israel is now a fringe position among Democratic voters. Why does the media keep covering it like a 50/50 issue? The post The Real “Divide” Among Democrats Over Israel Is Between Party Leadership and Voters appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Adam Johnson
“Warehousing Human Beings”
Former immigration judge Andrea Sáenz and American Immigration Council’s Aaron Reichlin-Melnick on the conditions at Delaney Hall and other ICE detention centers across the U.S. The post “Warehousing Human Beings” appeared first on The Intercept.
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Momentum Builds to Rein In Domestic Spying Law — Whether or Not Bill Pulte Survives as Intel Chief
“I have been doing this a while,” Sen. Ron Wyden told The Intercept. “And I’ve never had this kind of bipartisan support.” The post Momentum Builds to Rein In Domestic Spying Law — Whether or Not Bill Pulte Survives as Intel Chief appeared first on The Interc…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
In California, a Former Biden Official and Fox News Personality Will Face Off for Governor
A billionaire running as a progressive failed to defeat Steve Hilton, a Republican who will face Democrat Xavier Becerra in November. The post In California, a Former Biden Official and Fox News Personality Will Face Off for Governor appeared first on The Int…
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Top Pentagon Official Admits Boat Strike May Have Killed Victims of Human Trafficking
If this boat was running drugs, why was it loaded with so many people? The post Top Pentagon Official Admits Boat Strike May Have Killed Victims of Human Trafficking appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
A Point-by-Point Breakdown of Trump’s Failed Iran War Objectives
None of Trump’s stated goals in his war with Iran have been achieved. The post A Point-by-Point Breakdown of Trump’s Failed Iran War Objectives appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Scott Pelley Shows How Legacy Media Got It Wrong — Before Bari Weiss Made It Worse
Scott Pelley describes Weiss’s horrific pro-Trump meddling, but he also shows how “both sides” journalism was already dooming our country. The post Scott Pelley Shows How Legacy Media Got It Wrong — Before Bari Weiss Made It Worse appeared first on The Interc…
The Intercept by Radley Balko
Hakeem Jeffries Finally Finds a Spine: Dem Leaders Rallied Against Extending Domestic Spy Law
Advocates welcomed centrist Democrats switching sides but warned against extending the spy law with or without Bill Pulte as spy chief. The post Hakeem Jeffries Finally Finds a Spine: Dem Leaders Rallied Against Extending Domestic Spy Law appeared first on Th…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
How Policing Teen Hangouts Became a Key Issue in D.C. Mayor's Race
Kenyan McDuffie says DC needs to crack down on youth gatherings to stave off the Trump administration. Janeese Lewis George argues that's playing into Trump's hand. The post How Policing Teen Hangouts Became a Key Issue in D.C. Mayor’s Race appeared first on …
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
The Right’s “Election Fraud” Cry for Midterms Previewed in Primaries
Spencer Pratt’s pratfall in LA, Graham Platner’s victory, prediction markets, and other takeaways from the California and Maine primary elections. The post The Right’s “Election Fraud” Cry for Midterms Previewed in Primaries appeared first on The Intercept.
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ICE Should Show It Hasn’t Been “Infiltrated by Violent Extremists,” Senator Urges
Spurred by The Intercept's reporting, Sheldon Whitehouse calls out DHS for recruiting materials celebrated by white nationalists. The post ICE Should Show It Hasn’t Been “Infiltrated by Violent Extremists,” Senator Urges appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge, Sam Biddle
Are Jeffies and Schumer Getting Ready to Greenlight Domestic Spy Power for Trump?
Democrats balked at handing Bill Pulte spy powers. Will they stay strong against Trump’s new pick for intel chief? The post Are Jeffies and Schumer Getting Ready to Greenlight Domestic Spy Power for Trump? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Trump’s Spaghetti-Against-the-Wall Indictment Against ICE Protesters — and How to Fight It
Trump’s indictment against ICE protesters in Minneapolis is part of an attempt to criminalize organizing as a “conspiracy.” The post Trump’s Spaghetti-Against-the-Wall Indictment Against ICE Protesters — and How to Fight It appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Natasha Lennard
How Did the Feds Get Into Anti-ICE Activists’ Signal Messages?
ICE investigators leaned on Signal communications to build their case against protesters. Take these steps to keep your chats safe. The post How Did the Feds Get Into Anti-ICE Activists’ Signal Messages? appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nikita Mazurov
Senate Democrats Aren’t Happy About Trump’s Spy Law Ultimatum
Before Trump paused Jay Clayton’s nomination, Democrats thought they were on a “glide path” to renewing FISA. Now the president wants to tie domestic surveillance to voter suppression. The post Senate Democrats Aren’t Happy About Trump’s Spy Law Ultimatum app…
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
ICE’s Unseen Toll in Minneapolis: Suicide Helpline Calls More Than Doubled During Surge
ICE’s crackdown in Minneapolis left deep scars on the besieged city, says a new Human Rights Watch report. The post ICE’s Unseen Toll in Minneapolis: Suicide Helpline Calls More Than Doubled During Surge appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Ryan Devereaux
Trump-Loving Crypto Super PAC Finally Backs a Democrat: Ritchie Torres
Torres, the only Democrat boosted by cash from the conservative Fellowship PAC, has no serious competition in his House race. The post Trump-Loving Crypto Super PAC Finally Backs a Democrat: Ritchie Torres appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Chud the Builder Fantasized About “Race War.” Now He’s Charged With Attempted Murder.
Dalton Eatherly streams his racist provocations online. It was only a matter of time before the violence rhetoric entered the real world. The post Chud the Builder Fantasized About “Race War.” Now He’s Charged With Attempted Murder. appeared first on The Inte…
The Intercept by Alain Stephens
The Performative Ceasefire in Gaza
As Iran and the U.S. reach a deal to supposedly end this cycle of war, Tariq Kenney-Shawa and Jonah Valdez discuss what’s happened since Israel’s October 2025 “pseudo-ceasefire” in Gaza. The post The Performative Ceasefire in Gaza appeared first on The Interc…
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The Surprising Reaction Inside Iran to Its War Victory
Despite extracting extraordinary concessions, the reaction in Iran isn’t entirely jubilant. Past betrayals are too recent to forget. The post The Surprising Reaction Inside Iran to Its War Victory appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Séamus Malekafzali
The Left Is Unstoppable, According to Republicans
As some on the right panicked over the ascent of “communists,” others gloated over the downfall of the Democratic establishment. The post The Left Is Unstoppable, According to Republicans appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
Trump Claimed to Run Venezuela. After Earthquakes, He’s Walking That Back.
In January, Trump said “we’re in charge” of Venezuela. Amid a humanitarian crisis, they’re merely “our new and great friends.” The post Trump Claimed to Run Venezuela. After Earthquakes, He’s Walking That Back. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Cops Warn CEO Bodyguards That Luigi Mangione Fever Could Spark Class War
Cops warned corporate bodyguards that “challenges faced by the middle and lower classes” might spur attacks on wealthy CEOS. The post Cops Warn CEO Bodyguards That Luigi Mangione Fever Could Spark Class War appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Glen Stellmacher, Noah Hurowitz
The Democratic Party Gets Its Populist Takeover
How democratic socialists, boosted by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, swept the Democratic establishment in Tuesday’s primaries. The post The Democratic Party Gets Its Populist Takeover appeared first on The Intercept.
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30-Year Sentence for Transporting Zines Is a Five-Alarm Fire for Free Speech
The harsh sentence for a defendant who wasn’t even at the Prairieland protest is likely only the start of the Trump administration’s efforts to outlaw free speech. The post 30-Year Sentence for Transporting Zines Is a Five-Alarm Fire for Free Speech appeared …
The Intercept by Seth Stern, Jeremy Busby
Online Age Verification Law Could Kill Whistleblowing
A House bill ostensibly aimed at protecting children will raise the risk for journalists, dissidents, and whistleblowers. The post Online Age Verification Law Could Kill Whistleblowing appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Caitlin Vogus, Aliya Bhatia
The Trump Administration’s Shameless Snuff-Film Fixation
Twenty years ago, U.S. military officials condemned terrorist “snuff films.” Now our top officials post them. The post The Trump Administration’s Shameless Snuff-Film Fixation appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Socialists Are Surging. In Colorado, a 29-Year Incumbent Is Sweating.
Rep. Diana DeGette didn’t take a socialist challenger seriously. Now she’s scrambling to convince voters she’s still the progressive pick. The post Socialists Are Surging. In Colorado, a 29-Year Incumbent Is Sweating. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
Congressional Dems Shift to Overwhelmingly Oppose Involvement in Israel's War on Lebanon
Democratic leaders did not formally whip for Rep. Rashida Tlaib’s bill, but they spoke in favor of it on the House floor. The post Congressional Dems Shift to Overwhelmingly Oppose Involvement in Israel’s War on Lebanon appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
Trump Has Already Launched More Death Penalty Prosecutions Than in His Entire First Term
Pam Bondi and Todd Blanche have pushed hard for new death sentences, including in states that have abolished executions. The post Trump Has Already Launched More Death Penalty Prosecutions Than in His Entire First Term appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Liliana Segura
Socialist Momentum Grows as Melat Kiros Wins in Denver
A democratic socialist who lost her job for speaking out about Gaza unseated a 29-year incumbent. The post Socialist Momentum Grows as Melat Kiros Wins in Denver appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy
ICE Flouting Federal Judge’s Order to Stop Arresting Immigrants at New York Courts
“ICE continues to flagrantly violate the law by arresting immigrants who are attending their mandatory court hearings,” said Rep. Dan Goldman. The post ICE Flouting Federal Judge’s Order to Stop Arresting Immigrants at New York Courts appeared first on The In…
The Intercept by Noah Hurowitz
How Florida’s Cuban Diaspora and the Israeli Lobby Came Together — and Are Coming Apart
The Cuban lobby and AIPAC have gotten what they wanted from Trump, and now they are dealing with the consequences. The post How Florida’s Cuban Diaspora and the Israeli Lobby Came Together — and Are Coming Apart appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Greg Grandin
RFK Jr. Claims He’s Investigating Terrorism Now, Too
The Health and Human Services secretary is targeting the largest Muslim civil rights organization as Republicans run on Islamophobia in a tough midterm cycle. The post RFK Jr. Claims He’s Investigating Terrorism Now, Too appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Trump’s Communist Boogeyman Playbook: Charging Protesters as Terrorists
Matt Sledge, who was at the sentencing for the Prairieland defendants, and Mark Bray, author of “Antifa: The Anti-Fascist Handbook,” on the timeworn government strategies to stifle dissent. The post Trump’s Communist Boogeyman Playbook: Charging Protesters as…
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The Horrifying Lessons of 250 Years of American History
President Donald Trump is trying to whitewash America’s past. Could rebellion offer a brighter future? The post The Horrifying Lessons of 250 Years of American History appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Nick Turse
Graham Platner Has Already Inspired Another Left-Wing Veteran to Take On an Establishment Dem
Alex Scheel is running an anti-war campaign to unseat incumbent Rep. Marilyn Strickland. He’s also a longtime member of the DSA in Washington state. The post Graham Platner Has Already Inspired Another Left-Wing Veteran to Take On an Establishment Dem appeare…
The Intercept by Eoin Higgins
There’s a New Democratic Machine. It’s Unabashedly Socialist.
While establishment Democrats argue socialists are confined to the coasts, DSA chapters have helped elevate more than 300 candidates nationwide. The post There’s a New Democratic Machine. It’s Unabashedly Socialist. appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Akela Lacy, Jonah Valdez
Trickle-Down Suppression: Local Cops Echo Trump’s “Terrorist Org” Attacks on Antifa
Local authorities accused the same legal assistance group targeted by Joseph McCarthy a half century ago of being part of a vast antifa conspiracy. The post Trickle-Down Suppression: Local Cops Echo Trump’s “Terrorist Org” Attacks on Antifa appeared first on …
The Intercept by Matt Sledge
FBI Raided Texas Activist’s House — Then Offered Her $200,000 to Become Antifa Informant
Federal agents asked about links between the woman and the Prairieland case — suggesting a sprawling conspiracy that fits with Trump’s attacks on antifa. The post FBI Raided Texas Activist’s House — Then Offered Her $200,000 to Become Antifa Informant appeare…
The Intercept by C. Frances, A.D. Chilcote
A Government of Trump, by Trump, and for Trump
A very special guest post from Tom Engelhardt. The post A Government of Trump, by Trump, and for Trump appeared first on The Intercept.
The Intercept by Tom Engelhardt
The Trump Administration Is Overhauling Birth Control Access for the Pronatalist Movement
Under RFK Jr., HHS is revamping a program that’s supposed to fund contraceptives and sexual healthcare to please a far-right movement with roots in eugenics. The post The Trump Administration Is Overhauling Birth Control Access for the Pronatalist Movement ap…
The Intercept by Jessica Washington
Rebecca Nagle on the Boomerang of Empire
“What we’re seeing in this moment is those arms of our government that we thought could be authoritarian towards some people coming back home and coming back to impact everybody.” The post Rebecca Nagle on the Boomerang of Empire appeared first on The Interc…
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