Liberal Reporting for 2026-05-25
Today’s news coverage from liberal media sources. Today's edition includes 54 articles from 12 sites. We chose these from 607 articles found on 18 sites.
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5 judges who explain the courts’ rebuke of ICE detentions
Judges have overwhelmingly rejected the administration’s new policy.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - politico.com
Trump’s Iran deal up in the air amid GOP blowback
“We're talking about a posture where we may accept the nuclear material remaining in Iran? How does that make sense at all?” Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., said. The post Trump’s Iran deal up in the air am...
MS NOW
May 24, 2026 - ms.now
This omission in Todd Blanche’s testimony says so much about the Trump Justice Department
How a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing became a window into institutional collapse. The post This omission in Todd Blanche’s testimony says so much about the Trump Justice Department appeare...
MS NOW
May 24, 2026 - ms.now
Chaos in London, Charm Offensive in Washington
British Ambassador to the U.S. Christian Turner is doing his best to tune out the political turmoil back home.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - politico.com
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...
The Intercept
May 24, 2026 - theintercept.com
Is Pope Leo Joining the Anti-AI Resistance?
Having spoken out for the welfare of immigrants and against the war in Iran—and drawn the ire of some American conservatives in the process—Pope Leo XIV is now calling on the world to safeguard human ...
Mother Jones
May 24, 2026 - motherjones.com
Republican Infighting Erupts Over Trump’s Emerging Iran Deal
Is there a deal? Is there not a deal? The fawning quarters of the right-wing press have spent the weekend so far gushing about how late and hard President Donald Trump is working on a deal to end his ...
Mother Jones
May 24, 2026 - motherjones.com
Trump seems to be giving up on his poll numbers. That could have consequences.
The president is making himself less popular on an almost daily basis, for the pettiest of reasons. The post Trump seems to be giving up on his poll numbers. That could have consequences. appeared fi...
MS NOW
May 24, 2026 - ms.now
Republican voters believe things that aren’t true. That’s a problem for the GOP.
The party can’t make good arguments or put forward solutions unless it’s grounded in reality. The post Republican voters believe things that aren’t true. That’s a problem for the GOP. appeared first o...
MS NOW
May 24, 2026 - ms.now
Trump, after signaling deal was imminent, says he will not ‘rush’ deal with Iran
“The negotiations are proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner,” the president said Sunday.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - politico.com
US and Iran inch closer to peace deal as Trump faces criticism from GOP hawks
American president says he is not rushing into a deal after proposed plan to end war prompts Republican backlashMiddle East crisis: live updatesDonald Trump defended himself against criticism from fel...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
Maxine Waters and Elizabeth Warren, progressive stalwarts, tangle over housing bill
Warren and Waters have partnered with Republicans in their respective chambers — instead of each other — on a landmark housing bill.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - politico.com
What to know about the AI models that are jolting Washington
Researchers who have tested Anthropic’s Mythos and OpenAI’s GPT-5.5 say their hacking capabilities are a “game-changer.”
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - politico.com
Rubio Says U.S.-India Ties Are Strong, Despite Fury Over Trump’s Actions
In New Delhi, Secretary of State Marco Rubio tried to explain why President Trump has pushed aggressive trade and immigration policies affecting India and Indians in the United States.
NYT > Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - nytimes.com
Tulsi Gabbard’s resistance to foreign wars amid Trump’s aggression was her undoing | Mohamad Bazzi
The director of national intelligence was sidelined as the president abandoned his pose as the ‘candidate of peace’Tulsi Gabbard, the US director of national intelligence, stayed loyal to Donald Trump...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
With oil markets nearing the danger zone, a US-Iran deal can’t come soon enough | Heather Stewart
Global prices are approaching a tipping point that could trigger inflation, shortages and, over time, recessionIf a US-Iran deal is about to be reached, three months on from the launch of Donald Trump...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
US voters support HIV/Aids relief – will Trump’s cuts backfire in the midterms?
Global Pepfar program has long had Republican leadership and bipartisan support, but initiative is under fire US midterm voters overwhelmingly support Pepfar, an initiative to end HIV/Aids that also h...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
A Surprising Climate Fix Both Democrats and Republicans Can Get Behind
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Democrats and Republicans agree on virtually nothing at this point, except the desperate ...
Mother Jones
May 24, 2026 - motherjones.com
Man dead after opening fire at security checkpoint near White House, Secret Service says
Sources identified the suspected gunman as Nasire Best, who had previous encounters with the Secret Service. A bystander was wounded in the crossfire. The post Man dead after opening fire at security ...
MS NOW
May 24, 2026 - ms.now
Trump has ‘alienated’ voters ahead of midterms, warns ousted Republican Thomas Massie
GOP congressman says his party is set to count cost of ‘Trump disappointment syndrome’ after primary defeatDonald Trump’s Republican party is on course for a damaging rejection at the ballot box in No...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
‘It’s taking all of our money’: truck drivers in Iowa lament gas price surge sparked by Trump’s Iran war
As the summer season warms up, long-haul truck drivers lament their bills and vendors worry about raising pricesThe self-proclaimed largest truck stop in the world offers drivers just about everything...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
The Democrats’ 2024 autopsy fails to confront the truth | Norman Solomon
The document is full of disclaimers and does not address fundamental issues, including Gaza and the Biden-to-Harris transitionWhen the Democratic National Committee finally released its autopsy on the...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
What may be included in proposed Iran ceasefire deal?
Proposed framework hinges on a 60-day truce, reopening strait of Hormuz, and revived talks on limiting Iran nuclear programme• Middle East crisis: live updatesDonald Trump has said a “memorandum of un...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
DOJ Just Shut Disabled People Out of Essential Online Services for Another Year
Disability rights advocates say everything from filing for unemployment to voting in the midterms just got much harder.
Truthout
May 24, 2026 - truthout.org
How clips ate the internet
A person scrolls through the social media app X on a phone. | Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty Images Our social media feeds are being inundated by clips. Big names like Justin Bieber, reality shows ...
Vox
May 24, 2026 - vox.com
Trump Endorsement Shakes John Cornyn in Texas Senate Runoff Against Ken Paxton
A tough re-election race grew more daunting after President Trump backed Mr. Cornyn’s opponent, Ken Paxton. The Texas senator has vowed to fight to the end.
NYT > Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - nytimes.com
The devil owns Amazon: big tech has infiltrated the fashion world - will we see a revolt?
Anna Wintour has welcomed the Bezoses – and their patronage – with open arms. But after a controversial Met Gala, industry insiders are less enthusiasticThe press conference for the Met Costume Instit...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
The Guardian view on Erdoğan’s tightening grip on Turkey: the next election is already being decided | Editorial
The removal of an opposition party leader and closure of a liberal university show an authoritarian democracy moving closer to one-man ruleTurkey’s next presidential election is scheduled for 2028. Ma...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
Irish gangland figure fails in Dublin byelection bid for seat in parliament
Gerry ‘the monk’ Hutch comes fourth in contest won by Daniel Ennis of Social DemocratsThe Irish gangland figure Gerry “the monk” Hutch has failed in his bid for a parliamentary seat in a Dublin byelec...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
Barabak: The 'greatest threat' to rule of law in decades. That's how lawyers, judges see Trump
A new survey finds deep concern about presidential overreach, persecution of enemies and other unchecked abuses of power. The poll shows the stakes in November.
World & Nation
May 24, 2026 - latimes.com
The Man Behind the Trump Administration’s Favorite Psychedelic
W. Bryan Hubbard is the Republican psychedelics whisperer.
The Atlantic
May 24, 2026 - theatlantic.com
There’s a clear takeaway from the hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks
Cases of the Andes virus have been rising in Argentina. Government-supported research is critical if we hope to address evolving pathogens. The post There’s a clear takeaway from the hantavirus and E...
MS NOW
May 24, 2026 - ms.now
Florida’s famed agriculture industry faces bumper crop of natural disasters
Farmers and industry leaders are hoping for federal aid and insurance policy changes to relieve multibillion-dollar losses.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - politico.com
How Prediction Markets and Crypto Firms Steamrolled a Watchdog Agency
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission purged its ranks, dialed back its enforcement and boosted industries in which President Trump’s family is heavily invested.
NYT > Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - nytimes.com
With Big Decisions Ahead, the Supreme Court Collides With a Testy Trump
President Trump has alternated between bullying the justices and cozying up to them as the court prepares to announce major decisions that will determine the fate of the key aspects of his agenda.
NYT > Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - nytimes.com
What to Know About the White House Shooting on Memorial Day Weekend
Shots were fired near the northwestern corner of the White House complex, while President Trump was inside the building. The Secret Service returned fire, killing the gunman.
NYT > Top Stories
May 24, 2026 - nytimes.com
Human cages and overflowing toilets at $1m a day: the brutal legacy of Ron DeSantis’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ jail
Florida’s hard-right governor is trying to distance himself from the notorious detention center as public opinion soursIt took three days for Arianne Betancourt’s joy at the release of her father from...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
Former prosecutor pursued by Trump calls for crackdown on election lies: ‘Lying can be held to account’
Andrew Weissmann argues for new law to hold political liars like US president accountable for harming democracyPoliticians must be held accountable if their lies damage democracy, according to a forme...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
David Miliband: Europe and US need ‘separate bedrooms’ but not divorce
Former Labour minister says complete disengagement has potential ‘for us to end up in a very, very difficult position’David Miliband has said Europe should have “separate bedrooms” from the US, but no...
The Guardian
May 24, 2026 - theguardian.com
Thousands protest rising housing costs in Spain's capital
Thousands of people rallied in central Madrid on Sunday against spiraling housing costs that have priced many Spaniards out of the housing market despite a recent economic boom, particularly in cities...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 24, 2026 - pbs.org
Why Trump Lost
The president failed to deliver on his Iran bluster, and in the end fooled only himself.
The Atlantic
May 24, 2026 - theatlantic.com
How to Break Cuba
Inside the Trump administration’s high-stakes fight over the island’s strategic minerals
The Atlantic
May 24, 2026 - theatlantic.com
The Trump Administration Is Shielding Prediction Markets
A recent report found CFTC staff were put on leave after questioning Trump-linked betting markets.
Truthout
May 24, 2026 - truthout.org
You can do everything right and things can still go wrong. “Moral luck” is a way to live with that.
Your Mileage May Vary is an advice column offering you a unique framework for thinking through your moral dilemmas. It’s based on value pluralism — the idea that each of us has multiple values that ar...
Vox
May 24, 2026 - vox.com
How Prepared Are We for a Public-Health Emergency?
The outbreaks of hantavirus and Ebola expose the shortsightedness of America’s retreat, under the Trump Administration, from its role as a global-health leader.
News, Politics, Opinion, Commentary, and Analysis
May 24, 2026 - newyorker.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
Trump announces ‘largely negotiated’ agreement with Iran
“Final aspects and details of the Deal are currently being discussed, and will be announced shortly,” Trump announced on Truth Social. The post Trump announces ‘largely negotiated’ agreement with Iran...
MS NOW
May 23, 2026 - ms.now
Trump says peace deal with Iran is imminent
It remains unclear whether the agreement will involve formal limitations on Iran’s nuclear program.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 23, 2026 - politico.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
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
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
Cubans Rally in Havana Against the Trump Administration’s Threats to Attack
“Cuba is a people of peace and reaffirms its legitimate right to self-defense," Cuba’s CDR national coordinator said
Truthout
May 23, 2026 - truthout.org
California governor declares state of emergency over looming chemical disaster
Order facilitates support for 40,000 people told to evacuate Orange county as responders try to divert explosionGavin Newsom, California’s governor, declared a state of emergency on Saturday in respon...
The Guardian
May 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Trump says U.S., Iran are 'getting a lot closer,' but questions remain about concessions
Iran reportedly says the draft pact will be a "framework agreement" that defers talks toward limiting Iran's nuclear program until later.