The Depressing Reason the IRS Prefers to Audit the Poor

Paul Kiel / ProPublica Oct 4, 2019 In response to questions from Sen. Ron Wyden, the agency says it can't crack down on the wealthy because it lacks the resources to do so. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Just How Secure Are the 2020 Elections?

Steven Rosenfeld / Independent Media Institute Aug 16, 2019 A recent conference for hackers and security experts finds that our voting systems are far more vulnerable than we might like to believe. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

Setbacks for Trump’s Drive to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR / The Associated Press Jul 11, 2019 The president is now focusing his drive to curb drug costs on congressional efforts. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Congress Makes Bipartisan Push to Cut Health Care Costs

RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR / The Associated Press Jul 7, 2019 Lawmakers are trying to set aside their differences on Obamacare and reach agreement on a more immediate health care issue. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Is the U.S. Protecting Saudi Fugitives Accused of Serious Crimes?

Sebastian Rotella and Tim Golden / ProPublica, Shane Dixon Kavanaugh / The Oregonian Apr 29, 2019 A new investigation from ProPublica reveals the disturbing lengths to which Washington will go to preserve its Middle Eastern alliance. Dig deeper ( 17 Min. Read )

Thank TurboTax If the Government Bans Free Online Tax Filing

Justin Elliott / ProPublica Apr 9, 2019 After years of lobbying and donations, the for-profit tax preparation industry is on the verge of realizing one of its long-sought goals. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Senate Panel Backs Gina Haspel for CIA Chief

DEB RIECHMANN / The Associated Press May 16, 2018 After eight Republicans and two Democrats on the Intelligence Committee support the veteran official, her confirmation vote by the full Senate could take place before the end of the week. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Senate Passes FISA Reauthorization Act, With Help of Democrats

Emma Niles / Truthdig Jan 18, 2018 The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Amendments Reauthorization Act would consolidate the FBI’s power to search Americans’ digital communications without a warrant. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

Ample Tax Cuts for Business, Wealthy in New GOP Tax Accord

By STEPHEN OHLEMACHER, ANDREW TAYLOR and MARCY GORDON / The Associated Press Dec 14, 2017 The agreement reached by House and Senate GOP leaders also calls for scrapping a major tax requirement of “Obamacare,” a step toward the ultimate GOP goal of unraveling the health care law. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

The Ghost of Hubert Humphrey

Norman Solomon / Truthdig Dec 4, 2017 Promoting social programs at home while supporting endless war abroad, progressive Democrats of 2017 are following in a liberal icon's footsteps. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Jeff Sessions Testifies, Defends His Silence on ‘Private’ Conversations With Trump

By Sari Horwitz and Matt Zapotosky / The Washington Post Jun 14, 2017 The attorney general attempted to clear up what he claimed were mischaracterizations of his role in two controversies: Russia's alleged interference in the 2016 election and the firing of James Comey. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

‘Foreclosure King’ Steven Mnuchin Is Put on Defensive at Senate Hearing

By Deirdre Fulton / Common Dreams Jan 20, 2017 "Mnuchin didn't mention the name of a single victim in his remarks," journalist David Dayen reports. "He gave dubious statistics that fall apart upon scrutiny." Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )