Liberal Reporting for 2026-05-24
Today’s news coverage from liberal media sources. Today's edition includes 66 articles from 13 sites. We chose these from 620 articles found on 18 sites.
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The Next Lina Khan Is Your State Attorney General
As the White House eases off antitrust enforcement, states are rushing to seize the power for themselves.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - politico.com
‘He’s pushing it too far’: The week Republicans told Trump no
GOP lawmakers broke with the president on Iran, a compensation fund that could go to Jan. 6 rioters and his ballroom renovation — and they are increasingly bleak about November. The post ‘He’s pushing...
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
Elise Stefanik Cozied Up to Trump. Where Does She Go Next?
Once hailed as a rising GOP moderate, Stefanik exits Congress as one of Donald Trump’s fiercest allies — and signals she may not be finished with electoral politics.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - politico.com
With Tulsi Gabbard’s Resignation, the Right-Wing Conspiracy Machine Spins Into High Gear
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced on Friday that she would resign, saying that her husband, Abraham, has been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer. “At this time, I must s...
Mother Jones
May 23, 2026 - motherjones.com
The Populist Paralympian Who Wants to Roll Into the Senate
It was the final quarter of a US men’s national wheelchair basketball game at the Tokyo Paralympics against Turkey in 2021. Josh Turek was benched for most of the game. Fouled soon after coming in, Tu...
Mother Jones
May 23, 2026 - motherjones.com
Trump keeps throwing Trump-sized roadblocks in the GOP’s way
The president’s impulses keep getting in the way of Republican lawmakers trying to deliver for him. The post Trump keeps throwing Trump-sized roadblocks in the GOP’s way appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
Comer launches investigation into insider trading on prediction markets
The House Oversight chair is demanding information from Kalshi and Polymarket about their safeguards against insider trading and suspicious market activity. The post Comer launches investigation into ...
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
The White House wants to eliminate housing funds. Republicans aren’t having it.
The presidential budget put GOP lawmakers in an awkward position.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - politico.com
Why the fight for civil rights is moving from the courthouse to courtside
Young people have always been central to movements for democratic change in this country. The post Why the fight for civil rights is moving from the courthouse to courtside appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
Permitting reform: Washington's elusive bipartisan dream
Permitting reform is a top legislative priority for both Democrats and Republicans this year. It may still not get done.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - politico.com
Don’t Want a Data Center in Your Town? You Might Be a Chinese Spy.
Utah political consultant Gabi Finlayson was driving out of a canyon last week when she got the news that she had been accused of being a Chinese government operative. She was driving to a speaking e...
Mother Jones
May 23, 2026 - motherjones.com
Hunter Biden and Candace Owens find common ground in conspiracy theories
The former president’s son and the antisemitic right-wing podcaster bonded over hating “the elites” in a new podcast episode. The post Hunter Biden and Candace Owens find common ground in conspiracy ...
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
Trump's justice department scrubs its website of news releases about January 6 defendants
Department of Justice acknowledges removal of information about criminal cases related to 2021 US Capitol riotersThe Department of Justice is acknowledging it has removed from its website news release...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tells West Point graduates they’re ‘ready’ for war
Without citing the U.S. war with Iran, Hegseth told the graduating cadets, “We are sending you, perhaps, to war, and you are ready.” The post Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tells West Point graduates...
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
The D.C. mayor race’s ‘delicate dance’
The shift in management is certain to spark a flurry of new fates for the capital, spanning public parks, national monuments and the Metropolitan Police Department.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - politico.com
‘It has undermined whatever credibility the DNC had left’: Dems fret over chair after autopsy
The party was already struggling financially heading into the midterms.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - politico.com
New Immigration Rule Could Force Green Card Applicants to Leave US
The policy ends a decades-old process which allows immigrants to apply from within the US.
Truthout
May 23, 2026 - truthout.org
Green Card Seekers Must Leave U.S. to Apply, Trump Administration Says
The change is likely to affect hundreds of thousands of people. It could also lead to more family separations as spouses or relatives wait for application decisions, immigration lawyers said.
NYT > Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - nytimes.com
Donald Trump’s revenge tour against Republican dissenters is in full swing. Will it backfire?
With razor-thin majorities in Congress, the US president needs the votes of the very people whose careers he has destroyedAs Abba’s Dancing Queen played, Donald Trump walked across a lawn featuring co...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Democratic chair faces calls to quit over ‘shambles’ of election autopsy release
DNC’s Ken Martin condemned for suppressing report for months and then admitting it ‘won’t meet your standards’Democrats belatedly publish 2024 election autopsyKen Martin, the chair of the Democratic N...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Political anxiety is rising. Here’s how to cope.
A healthy media diet is not unlike a healthy food diet: It requires deliberate, moderate consumption and balance and variety. The post Political anxiety is rising. Here’s how to cope. appeared first ...
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
Judge dismisses Michael Wolff’s lawsuit against Melania Trump
The case stemmed from threats by Melania Trump's lawyer to sue Wolff over statements he made about her alleged connection to Jeffrey Epstein. The post Judge dismisses Michael Wolff’s lawsuit against M...
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
An ever-expanding catastrophe over Iran is not inevitable. Trump can and must be stopped | Simon Tisdall
Millions are being dragged into starvation, while people everywhere pay a Trump war tax. But there are plenty of powers who could bring him to heelWith the deadlocked war in Iran about to enter its fo...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
‘Canada is handing people over to ICE’: refugees rejected at border face US detention
As Canada tightens asylum rules, refugees reuniting with family say they were turned over to ICE and jailed for months after failed border claimsAs each day in US detention passes, Markens Appolon can...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Stephen Miller delivers for Trump: 145,000 US kids separated from their parents
A thinktank investigation shows how immigration detention has torn apart families, and experts point to traumaStephen Miller, Donald Trump’s immigration czar and the architect of some of the governmen...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
French stars are rightly worried by billionaire Vincent Bolloré. Here’s how to rein him in
The conservative tycoon’s grip on media and cinema is unhealthy. An EU fund could protect democracy in perpetuityThe shadow of Joseph McCarthy’s “red scare” loomed over the storied steps of this year’...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
What will Trump do next with Iran?
Three months since the start of its conflict with Iran, the Trump administration is oscillating between strike threats and diplomatic overtures. Neither path has yielded a clear resolution.
NPR Topics: Home Page Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - npr.org
Donald Trump Is Too Busy Posting Weird Memes to Go to Don Jr.’s Wedding
Donald Trump has made it known far and wide that, as president, with the weight of the world on his shoulders, he’s too busy to attend his son Don Jr.’s second wedding to Florida influencer Bettina An...
Mother Jones
May 23, 2026 - motherjones.com
Trump’s Pursuit of a Partnership With China Raises Concerns in India
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has a “gargantuan task” during his visit to Delhi: defuse tensions over President Trump’s anti-India aggression and overtures to China.
NYT > Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - nytimes.com
How big tech got its way on Trump’s AI executive order
The US president’s reversal on calling for a safety review of new AI models is a green light for tech’s unchecked powerOnly hours before Donald Trump was set to sign a long-awaited executive order on ...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Opinion: Remembering Barney Frank, trailblazing public servant
Mass. congressman Barney Frank was the first House member to come out as gay and was instrumental in Wall Street reforms after the Great Recession. He died this week at the age of 86.
NPR Topics: Home Page Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - npr.org
Chile's MAGA-inspired border control
Chile digs desert trenches along its northern border as President José Antonio Kast pushes a hardline migration crackdown critics say may have little effect.
NPR Topics: Home Page Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - npr.org
Iran 'getting a lot closer' to agreement with US, Trump says
Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.
BBC News
May 23, 2026 - bbc.com
Climate change’s worst-case scenario is officially canceled
You’ve probably never heard of the term “RCP 8.5” — the highest-emission scenario used by climate scientists to project the planet’s future. But if you’ve read about climate change, you’ve seen the nu...
Vox
May 23, 2026 - vox.com
Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say
The explosion is the country’s deadliest mining accident in recent years. The post Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
The show might go on: what happens to late-night TV without Stephen Colbert?
The end of The Late Show, an American institution since 1993, leaves those still surviving within the format wondering what the future looks likeShare your favorite memories from The Late Show With St...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Trump to meet with US negotiators to decide on Iran’s ceasefire proposal
US president says it’s a ‘solid 50/50’ on either making a ‘good’ deal with Iran or striking the country anewDonald Trump said he would meet today with American negotiators to review Iran’s latest prop...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Why Would Europeans Believe Trump Now?
The administration keeps changing its mind on troop deployments.
The Atlantic
May 23, 2026 - theatlantic.com
911, Please Hold
The 911 system functions as a sort of promise: Call for help and someone will be there to respond quickly. But in many American cities, it’s a broken promise. Subscribe to Mother Jones podcasts on App...
Mother Jones
May 23, 2026 - motherjones.com
Is There a Future Without Incarceration? Abolitionist Art Shows Us One.
Prison abolitionist art creates a future to briefly live in, and from that place, turn and look at our present.
Truthout
May 23, 2026 - truthout.org
A death doula’s advice on thinking about mortality
A sign for “Death Doula Days, a weekly program hosted by Laura Lyster-Mensh” is seen near the chapel at the Congressional Cemetery in Washington, DC, on January 7, 2023. | Carolyn Van Houten/the Washi...
Vox
May 23, 2026 - vox.com
Trump makes affordability pitch in battleground New York district
GOP Rep. Mike Lawler’s Hudson Valley seat will be crucial in determining whether Republicans keep control of the House.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 22, 2026 - politico.com
War-driven gas spike puts pressure on summer travelers — and Republicans
Memorial Day marks the traditional start of summer driving season — with an added dollop of political angst for President Donald Trump's party.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 22, 2026 - politico.com
Cable: US-Polish troop fracas due partly to bad US messaging
President Donald Trump reversed the decision not to deploy troops to Poland, but the fallout has been severe.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 22, 2026 - politico.com
Trump had ‘many’ concerns about AI draft policy order
The artificial intelligence order pulled Thursday could still be rewritten.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 22, 2026 - politico.com
Mahmoud Khalil’s attorneys to turn to US supreme court after ruling paves way for deportation
Move comes after federal appeals court upholds ruling that opens door for government to detain and deport KhalilAttorneys for Mahmoud Khalil, the former Columbia University student who last year becam...
The Guardian
May 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
US green card applicants will now have to return to home countries to apply, DHS says
Change criticized by advocates marks the latest significant move by the Trump administration on immigration policyForeigners seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States to secure g...
The Guardian
May 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
House GOP Cancels Iran War Powers Vote for Second Day in a Row
The cancellation comes just after four GOP senators joined Democrats to pass a Senate war powers resolution.
Truthout
May 22, 2026 - truthout.org
US intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard leaving post after rocky tenure
White House reportedly forced Gabbard to resign after she was sidelined from Iran and Venezuela operations and becomes fourth woman to depart Trump’s cabinetUS politics - live updatesSign up for the B...
The Guardian
May 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
US judge dismisses criminal indictment against Kilmar Ábrego García
Judge said Trump administration would not have prosecuted Ábrego had he not challenged his high-profile deportationSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA US judge dismissed a criminal indi...
The Guardian
May 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
Brooks and Capehart on Trump's loyalty demands
David Brooks of The Atlantic and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW join William Brangham to discuss the week in politics, including President Trump demonstrating his grip on Republican primary voters, anoth...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 22, 2026 - pbs.org
Foreigners in U.S. must apply for green cards abroad, new Trump administration rule says
The announcement from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is the latest step by the Trump administration making legal immigration more difficult for foreigners already in the U.S. and for those ...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 22, 2026 - pbs.org
Rubio Baselessly Smears Bolivia’s Protesters as “Criminals and Drug Traffickers”
Rubio’s comments came amidst over three weeks of protest in Bolivia by Indigenous groups, peasants, and workers.
Truthout
May 22, 2026 - truthout.org
Resistance to Flock Cameras and Police Surveillance Is Exploding
Backlash to Flock cameras and AI systems is exploding after scandals, including police using the tech to stalk women.
Truthout
May 22, 2026 - truthout.org
Marco Rubio: Trump ‘disappointment’ with Nato will be discussed at summit
Secretary of state suggests July meeting of alliance will be fraught as US demands help in strait of HormuzDonald Trump is disappointed that Nato allies refused to become more actively involved in att...
The Guardian
May 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
Is it time for the U.S. to reassess its Iran strategy?
With talks stalled and Iran maintaining its chokehold over the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump is weighing whether to restart the war. Strikes failed to eliminate Iran's regime or destroy its milita...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 22, 2026 - pbs.org
'A bridge too far?': As GOP senators revolt, Trump defends fund and attacks defectors
The president called Republican senators who broke with him quitters who are 'screwing the Republican Party.'
World & Nation
May 22, 2026 - latimes.com
Newsom blames Chevron for California's gas-price problem
The California governor encouraged Californians to avoid pumping gas at Chevron, claiming the gas company is hiking up its prices. Chevron blamed the high prices on state policies.
World & Nation
May 22, 2026 - latimes.com
Japanese megacorp SoftBank donates $50M to Trump’s presidential library
It is one of the largest publicly disclosed gifts to Trump’s presidential library.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 22, 2026 - politico.com
What's behind the decade-long 'learning recession' for American students
As the school year is coming to a close, a new analysis shines another harsh spotlight on what's being called a "learning recession" for American students. It's a problem that started long before the ...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 22, 2026 - pbs.org
Tulsi Gabbard Takes the Exit Ramp
Excluded from Trump’s inner circle, she sought the president’s approval by spreading baseless claims.
The Atlantic
May 22, 2026 - theatlantic.com
How Trump’s Culture War Derailed a New Smithsonian Museum
Republicans wanted to narrow the scope of the Women’s History Museum and give the president power over its location. The attempt failed.
The Atlantic
May 22, 2026 - theatlantic.com
US Military Using More Missiles to Defend Israel Than Israel Itself
This raises questions about the US relationship with Israel as well as the US’s use of weapons throughout the war.
Truthout
May 22, 2026 - truthout.org
Trump Says He “Gets a Kick” Out of Criticisms He Receives for US Military Deaths
There have been nearly 400 US military casualties in Operation Epic Fury so far.
Truthout
May 22, 2026 - truthout.org
Omissions, Corrections, and Deceptions — Critics Blast the DNC’s Autopsy Report
The autopsy never once mentions the terms “Gaza” or “Palestinian,” a top issue for many voters in 2024.
Truthout
May 22, 2026 - truthout.org
Dana White Thinks Everyone’s a Fighter
The U.F.C. president on his decades of friendship with Donald Trump, his relationship with Joe Rogan, and his “awesome” night at the White House Correspondents’ dinner.