Liberal Reporting for 2026-05-27
Today’s news coverage from liberal media sources. Today's edition includes 83 articles from 16 sites. We chose these from 619 articles found on 18 sites.
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Mother Jones, MS NOW, Vox, ProPublica, Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories, The Guardian, The Intercept, NPR Topics: Home Page Top Stories, PBS NewsHour - The Latest, World & Nation, NYT > Top Stories, Democracy Now! Audio, BBC News, Truthout, News, Politics, Opinion, Commentary, and Analysis, The Atlantic.
DHS Is Getting Sued For the Truth About Its “Domestic Terrorism Watchlist”
Does photographing ICE agents make you a domestic terrorist in Donald Trump’s America? That’s the question being asked by a growing chorus of activists and legal observers who fear they’ve been place...
Mother Jones
May 26, 2026 - motherjones.com
Tax Me If You Can
Democracy, for most of its existence, has managed to coexist with oligarchy, but only on the condition that oligarchs exert their influence quietly. Citizens, including ordinary Americans, are general...
Mother Jones
May 26, 2026 - motherjones.com
It’s a new world. It’s the same Constitution. Republicans need to act like it.
In today’s edition of “The Tea, Spilled by Morning Joe:” Delaney Detention Center denies access to state leaders, Americans’ economic outlook worsens and more. The post It’s a new world. It’s the same...
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
Trump still thinks he’s winning in Iran
President Donald Trump speaks on the phone as he returns to the White House on May 25, 2026. | Aaron Schwartz/CNP/Bloomberg via Getty Images There’s an old line, sometimes attributed to President Dw...
Vox
May 26, 2026 - vox.com
She Faced a Life-Threatening Miscarriage. Under Arkansas’ Abortion Ban, Even Calls to the Governor’s Office Didn’t Help.
The post She Faced a Life-Threatening Miscarriage. Under Arkansas’ Abortion Ban, Even Calls to the Governor’s Office Didn’t Help. appeared first on ProPublica.
ProPublica
May 26, 2026 - propublica.org
Lawmakers Ask DOJ Watchdog to Investigate Alleged Drugs-for-Votes Scheme After ProPublica Report
The post Lawmakers Ask DOJ Watchdog to Investigate Alleged Drugs-for-Votes Scheme After ProPublica Report appeared first on ProPublica.
ProPublica
May 26, 2026 - propublica.org
Wall Street keeps acting like nothing’s wrong. That could make things worse.
Investors don’t seem to be taking the long-term risks of the war with Iran seriously. The post Wall Street keeps acting like nothing’s wrong. That could make things worse. appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
South Carolina Senate rejects Trump push to redraw Clyburn district on congressional map
The vote was an unexpected rebuff of the president, who pushed for redistricting in the hopes of retaining his party’s slim majority in the U.S. House. The post South Carolina Senate rejects Trump pu...
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
Republican-Appointed Judges Just Gave the Roberts Court a Stunning Rebuke
On Monday, a three-judge federal court panel with two Trump appointees restored an Alabama congressional map with two majority-Black districts for the 2026 midterm elections, finding that another map ...
Mother Jones
May 26, 2026 - motherjones.com
Once a Climate Leader, Canada Is Doubling Down on Oil
This story was originally published by Grist and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Before he became prime minister of Canada, Mark Carney was perhaps one of the world’s big...
Mother Jones
May 26, 2026 - motherjones.com
I asked a billionaire about his environmental philanthropy. It didn’t go well.
Earlier this year, a billionaire investor and philanthropist named Tom Kaplan auctioned off a small Rembrandt drawing of a lion at Sotheby’s in New York City. It sold for nearly $18 million. A press r...
Vox
May 26, 2026 - vox.com
Clyburn’s seat survives for now as South Carolina Republicans buck Trump on redistricting
President Donald Trump had ramped up pressure on the Palmetto State, but he fell short in his goal of ousting the state’s lone Democrat.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.com
Federal court blocks Alabama’s midterm gerrymandering plan, a blow for Republicans
The three-judge panel blocked the state from reimplementing its 2023 congressional maps they found as “tainted by intentional race-based discrimination.”
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.com
The House Democrat taking a big risk to land an AI deal
Rep. Lori Trahan is negotiating across the aisle on a thorny policy issue while eying a promotion in leadership.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.com
Revealed: huge climate cost of harmful emissions from US immigration flights
Trump campaign accelerating climate crisis as officials move migrants to detention jails and deport them from USUS immigration enforcement flights are producing hundreds of thousands of metric tonnes ...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Somehow, the Antichrist returned
A religious sign held up above fans outside of the stadium before a football game between Penn State and University of Michigan on October 19, 2019, in University Park, Pennsylvania. | Brett Carlsen/G...
Vox
May 26, 2026 - vox.com
Republicans respond to ‘slush fund’ controversy with easily discredited claims
Leading GOP voices had time to come up with talking points on the $1.776 billion compensation fund. Evidently, they can’t think of much. The post Republicans respond to ‘slush fund’ controversy with e...
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
Consumer confidence collapses under weight of war
A new poll shows almost half of Americans describing economic conditions as “poor” or “fair.” The post Consumer confidence collapses under weight of war appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
Federal court rules Alabama map still illegal even after Supreme Court’s Louisiana ruling
A three-judge panel said Alabama’s desired congressional map intentionally discriminated against Black voters. The post Federal court rules Alabama map still illegal even after Supreme Court’s Louisi...
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
Members of Congress won a battle to increase their pay. The war will go on.
Lawmakers continue to seek to block cost-of-living adjustments even after a federal judge ruled the practice unconstitutional.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.com
The ACA Affordability Crisis Congress Won’t Fix
Pennsylvania bike shop owner John Ronca has been buying health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace for over a decade. Last year, with enhanced ACA tax credits enacted under the Biden...
Mother Jones
May 26, 2026 - motherjones.com
White House claims about food stamps suffer from a dramatic and consequential flaw
Donald Trump keeps saying he’s “lifted” people off food stamps, but I don’t think that word means what he thinks it means. The post White House claims about food stamps suffer from a dramatic and cons...
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
‘The vitriol is going to be real’: Republicans brace for fallout from brutal Texas Senate runoff
If Attorney General Ken Paxton defeats Sen. John Cornyn, it will set up a costly general election marked by GOP infighting.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.com
Federal court blocks new Republican-friendly voting map in Alabama
Panel of three judges says congressional map was drawn to intentionally discriminate against Black votersAlabama cannot use a new Republican-friendly map in this year’s midterm elections because it wa...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
How did Jennifer Siebel Newsom become a target for conservative criticism?
Republicans may be seeking a new line of attack against Gavin Newsom, who has emerged as an early frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nominationThe next US presidential election is more than t...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
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 B...
The Intercept
May 26, 2026 - theintercept.com
Trump administration eyes nondisclosure agreements for all federal workers
For all of Team Trump’s obsessive boasts about being the “most transparent” administration ever, we’re frequently confronted with evidence to the contrary. The post Trump administration eyes nondisclo...
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
America’s ugliest primary? Texas Republican infighting could hand Senate seat to Democrat
Scandal-plagued Ken Paxton has won Trump’s backing over John Cornyn – but he might lose against James Talarico, a Democrat with a groundswell of popularityKen Paxton, the state attorney general, takes...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
War, what is it good for? Well, it’s a great way for Donald Trump to duck out of his son’s wedding | Marina Hyde
Some say project Iran is a disaster, but as a get-out-of-jail-free card it’s a winner. He did say he was smart, didn’t he?How far would you go for your son? For Donald Trump, the answer is simply: “Th...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Trump DOJ mass-deletes info on Jan. 6 riot cases, including violent assaults on cops
The Trump Department of Justice purged government news releases with information about prosecutions of rioters who attacked the U.S. Capitol and assaulted law enforcement on Jan. 6, 2021.
NPR Topics: Home Page Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - npr.org
How the Trump administration uses the Bible to justify military invasions and immigration raids
President Trump isn't much of a Bible-quoter, but some members of his administration are, and they have used Scripture to frame controversial policies as justified by the Good Book.
NPR Topics: Home Page Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - npr.org
Live Results: Texas midterm primary runoffs
Texans are choosing a Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Tuesday's runoff election, bringing to a close the extended, bitter and expensive primary where President Donald Trump weighed in late to ti...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 26, 2026 - pbs.org
Mamdani targets housing holdouts
The city will explore land use changes in areas with the lowest rates of affordable housing production.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.com
US senator says he was pepper-sprayed by federal agents during protest at ICE facility
Democrat Andy Kim says he saw ‘chaos’ at the New Jersey ICE facility amid ‘standoff’ between protesters and agentsAndy Kim, a Democratic senator, said he was pepper sprayed by federal agents on Monday...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Truck drivers say ‘racism’ behind Trump administration’s license restrictions on immigrants
Rule prevents many immigrant truckers from renewing driver’s license – even if they’ve driven legally for yearsSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Nearly 200,000 US truck drivers are at ...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
After raids, U.S. citizens and immigrants seek millions for shootings, injuries, trauma
Dozens of U.S. citizens and immigrants are seeking millions in damages, alleging excessive force, wrongful detention and other abuses by federal agents during immigration raids.
World & Nation
May 26, 2026 - latimes.com
South Carolina Senate Does Not Act on New Midterm Map, Defying Trump
With early voting already underway, it became clear there was no longer enough support to use new lines before the November midterm elections.
NYT > Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - nytimes.com
Supreme Court Reverses Ruling in Immigration Judges’ Free Speech Lawsuit
A group of immigration judges in 2020 challenged work-related restrictions on their public speaking engagements, saying they violated their free speech rights.
NYT > Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - nytimes.com
‘Hello ladies and sons of ladies’: women are using ‘microfeminisms’ to flip the gender script
The practice is not entirely serious – but it raises awareness of the many sexist tropes built into everyday lifeWhen Tori Dunlap writes a letter or email to a heterosexual couple, she puts the woman’...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
White House proposes NDAs for federal workers to crack down on leaks to journalists
OPM releases draft NDA designed for federal agencies to use with new and existing employeesUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s administration on Tuesday proposed asking federal employees t...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Thomas Massie files to run in 2028 after losing to Trump pick Ed Gallrein
Kentucky conservative says ‘I haven’t made a final decision about which office to seek, if I run’US politics live – latest updatesThomas Massie is planning his comeback.The conservative Kentucky congr...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
US strikes Iran as Trump faces backlash over ‘disastrous’ peace deal plan - The Latest
The US has launched fresh strikes on Iran despite suggestions that a peace deal could be within reach. Donald Trump faces growing criticism from Republicans over the proposed plan to end the war, whic...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Why Trump administration’s plan to attempt to destroy Pfas is ‘nonsensical’
The EPA said it was cutting Biden-era regulations on Pfas in drinking water, but advocates say the move will harm public health and benefit industryA new Trump administration plan to ditch Pfas drinki...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Turkish police fire teargas to break up protest after opposition leader ousted
Water cannon also used at rally called by Özgür Özel days after court dismissed him as CHP leaderRiot police in Turkey have fired teargas and water cannon to break up a rally called by the ousted oppo...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Trump-backed redistricting plan is rejected in the South Carolina Legislature
Republican state senators don't face election this year. Trump's urging for them to redistrict to help flip the House seat held by prominent Democrat Jim Clyburn was met with opposition.
NPR Topics: Home Page Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - npr.org
South Carolina Senate rejects Trump's push to redraw congressional maps
The proposal passed the South Carolina House on May 20 after two days of long debate. But senators on Tuesday were more skeptical of the effort.
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 26, 2026 - pbs.org
Albuquerque Officials Take Steps to Curb Surge in Citations, Jail Stays Related to Homelessness
The post Albuquerque Officials Take Steps to Curb Surge in Citations, Jail Stays Related to Homelessness appeared first on ProPublica.
ProPublica
May 26, 2026 - propublica.org
Democracy Now! 2026-05-26 Tuesday
Headlines for May 26, 2026; U.S. Bombs Iran Despite Peace Talks; Israel Strikes Lebanon to “Force Trump’s Hand”: Negar Mortazavi; “Designed to Break You”: Gaza Flotilla Activists Faced Violence, Sexua...
Democracy Now! Audio
May 26, 2026 - democracynow.org
Should you feel guilty for killing the bugs in your house?
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 26, 2026 - vox.com
On This Date: The last Model T rolls off the line
Read more in today’s edition of The Tea, Spilled by Morning Joe. The post On This Date: The last Model T rolls off the line appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
May 26, 2026 - ms.now
Why Silicon Valley’s big bet on Matt Mahan went bust
Mahan was the tech industry’s chosen candidate — but his campaign to be the next governor of California has fallen flat.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.com
UFC Unveils Plans for White House Fight on Trump’s Birthday
The Ultimate Fighting Championship bout is scheduled for June 14, President Trump’s 80th birthday.
NYT > Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - nytimes.com
The Wars in Ukraine and Iran Are More Alike Than You May Think
Aspects such as drone technology and diplomacy show how the wars intersect on the battlefield and in global alignments, providing a model for future conflicts.
NYT > Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - nytimes.com
Scientists Ditched a Scary Climate Scenario. What Now?
While global warming is still a threat, the decision to back away from a worst-case outlook raises questions about whether some risks have been overstated.
NYT > Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - nytimes.com
‘The avalanche of slime has been unbelievable’: E Jean Carroll shares life post-Trump in new film
In the documentary Ask E Jean, the journalist and author provides an unflinching account of her life, career and groundbreaking legal victories“If you were concerned about being dragged through the mu...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Iran remains in peace talks despite first US strikes since ceasefire
Tehran condemns ‘definitive violation’ but announces no specific reprisals as negotiations near decisive stageMiddle East crisis – live updatesA proposed peace agreement between Iran and the US seemed...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Another day in Florida: RFK Jr posts video of him wrestling two snakes
US health secretary gets nip from one of two serpents he grabbed at home of fellow Trump official Dr OzRobert F Kennedy Jr, the health secretary, on Tuesday added to his lengthening catalog of bizarre...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Trial of US priest charged with sexual assault begins with jury selection in Texas
Anthony Odiong, accused of sexually abusing three female congregants in Waco, faces a maximum of life imprisonmentThe criminal trial of a Roman Catholic priest who ministered in Texas and south-east L...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Musk and Altman’s AI rivalry reaches boiling point as IPO race heats up
As SpaceX and OpenAI race toward IPOs, a tiny circle of tech leaders tightens its grip on AI’s futureHello, and welcome to TechScape. I’m your host, Blake Montgomery, US tech editor at the Guardian. L...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Son of Mango founder steps down to fight allegations over father’s death
Jonathan Andic says he is temporarily standing aside as vice-chair of fashion chain after being named a suspect in death of Isak AndicJonathan Andic, son of the Mango founder Isak Andic, is stepping d...
The Guardian
May 26, 2026 - theguardian.com
Almost 1,000 migrants cross Channel over bank holiday
A total of 989 people arrived in the UK in 14 boats between Friday and Monday.
BBC News
May 26, 2026 - bbc.com
Even as stock market hits highs, most Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows
U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels.
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 26, 2026 - pbs.org
Trump administration proposes non-disclosure agreements for federal employees to stop leaks
The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media.
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 26, 2026 - pbs.org
Congressional Black Caucus urges companies to oppose Republican redistricting
The Congressional Black Caucus is calling on major corporations in the United States to oppose redistricting efforts by Republican-led states that seek to eliminate majority-Black U.S. House districts...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 26, 2026 - pbs.org
Democrats feud over stock trading amid anti-corruption messaging against Trump
Congress has yet to enact a stock trading ban for its members, though insider trading is already illegal for members just like it is for anyone else.
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 26, 2026 - pbs.org
Federal court blocks Alabama plan for new congressional districts that could help Republicans
A three-judge panel in the state's long-running redistricting case issued the preliminary injunction that prevents the state, at least for now, from switching maps.
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 26, 2026 - pbs.org
Yakama Nation Fights to Protect a Sacred Site From an Energy Storage Center
While the project will store clean energy, evidence is mounting that much of it will be used to power an AI data center.
Truthout
May 26, 2026 - truthout.org
US Bombs Iranian Ships Despite Ongoing Ceasefire and Peace Negotiations
Israel is also continuing its attack on Lebanon in what journalist Negar Mortazavi says is an effort to undermine talks.
Truthout
May 26, 2026 - truthout.org
Trump Admin Cuts to USAID, WHO, Likely Stalled Response to Ebola, Experts Warn
“Facilities in affected areas are operating without basic protective supplies” due to cuts to USAID, one expert said.
Truthout
May 26, 2026 - truthout.org
The global epidemic of death by cars
A road in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. | Godong/Universal Images Group via Getty Images The story of global health over the last few centuries has generally been one of great progress — vastly longer ...
Vox
May 26, 2026 - vox.com
Texas Senate Republican Primary Runoff: Live Results
A race to decide whether John Cornyn or Ken Paxton will face off against the Democrat James Talarico, in November.
News, Politics, Opinion, Commentary, and Analysis
May 26, 2026 - newyorker.com
Rubio says US-Iran peace deal could take ‘a few more days’
Negotiations are ongoing amid new American attacks on missile sites and mine-laying ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 26, 2026 - politico.eu
US says it launched ‘self-defense strikes’ in Iran as peace negotiations drag on
U.S. Central Command said in a statement it “continues to defend our forces while using restraint during the ongoing ceasefire.”
Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories
May 25, 2026 - politico.com
Protesters clash with ICE agents outside New Jersey detention center
Protesters say agents used pepper spray and batons in clash outside Delaney Hall where a hunger strike is under wayProtesters outside a New Jersey migrant detention center where a hunger strike is und...
The Guardian
May 25, 2026 - theguardian.com
Why Any Plausible Iran Deal Is a Humiliation for Trump
Even as the U.S. claims to be nearing an agreement to end the conflict, Tehran’s ability to close the Strait of Hormuz and hold the global economy hostage has reinforced the power of regime hard-liner...
News, Politics, Opinion, Commentary, and Analysis
May 25, 2026 - newyorker.com
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Democrats concerned about direction of DNC leadership
NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including President Trump's fight to reshape the Republican Party m...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 25, 2026 - pbs.org
Trump Has Turned Venezuela Into a 21st Century US Protectorate
Trump has imposed a radical reorientation of Venezuela's international place within the global world order.
Truthout
May 25, 2026 - truthout.org
Rays’ Franco criminally responsible for sexual abuse of minor but will not be jailed
Girl’s mother sentenced to 10 years in prisonShortstop has yet to contact his teamTampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was declared criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a...
The Guardian
May 25, 2026 - theguardian.com
‘If Iran gets a bomb it will be Bibi’s’: Trump’s deal outline sparks alarm in Israel
Netanyahu’s joint war with the US began with talk of regime change in Tehran but may leave him with few strategic gainsMiddle East live – latest updates When Donald Trump launched a pre-emptive war on...
The Guardian
May 25, 2026 - theguardian.com
U.S. says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including missile sites and boats placing mines
The U.S. military said Monday that it carried out "self-defense" strikes in southern Iran
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 25, 2026 - pbs.org
U.S. and Iran suggest progress on peace talks, but deal 'not imminent'
Iranian and U.S. officials agree progress to end the war has been made, but how much remains uncertain. President Trump suggested this weekend that a deal was close, before saying that the U.S. is in ...
PBS NewsHour - The Latest
May 25, 2026 - pbs.org
The National Debt’s Unforgiving Math
If you’re not worried about this country’s fiscal outlook, you’re not paying attention.
The Atlantic
May 25, 2026 - theatlantic.com
A Minute of Silence Isn’t Enough to Reflect on the US’s Death and Destruction
Let’s stop lying to ourselves on Memorial Day and instead try exploring the full truth about war in all its evil.