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“Why was Sen. Padilla handcuffed? He was handcuffed for asking a question? He was handcuffed for doing his job as a senator?” Sen. Elizabeth Warren asked, noting that the senator has the right to “conduct oversight” on Kristi Noem’s work. truthout.org/articles/warre…

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“The president cannot circumvent congressional war powers and unilaterally send U.S. troops to war with Iran,” said Rep. Rashida Tlaib. “The American people do not want another endless war in the Middle East that will cost lives & tear families apart.” truthout.org/articles/tlaib…

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Over the coming months, Americans will start directly experiencing the destructive consequences of this financial squeeze. truthout.org/articles/after…

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Just five years ago, Gov. Gavin Newsom crossed his own supposed red line — and deployed approximately 8,000 National Guard troops during the protests for racial justice. buff.ly/95veTMD

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The Not Another Nickel campaign has linked struggles for Palestinian human rights and environmental justice. buff.ly/78BMYZq

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Toronto, Vaughan, Brampton, and Calgary have all passed bylaws that infringe on protest rights, and Ottawa may be next. buff.ly/luMPCua

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Connections with caregivers are key for children’s wellbeing, but the prison system is designed to tear families apart. buff.ly/z58iyA6

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The assailant also shot and injured another Democratic lawmaker and his wife in a separate incident, officials said. buff.ly/u42ZTKf

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Police used batons, tear gas, and “non lethal” projectiles to disperse “No Kings” protesters on Saturday. buff.ly/gxarvQ7

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The labor actions are built on a decades-long tradition of internationalism, anti-militarism, and anti-imperialism. buff.ly/uoGOcBz

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The order didn’t say what is making the drought as bad as it is, but scientists in New Mexico have. buff.ly/zi3w9hZ

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Families in Gaza are sweltering in nylon tents under extreme summer heat, with no sewage services and swarms of flies and mosquitoes making life unbearable. A humanitarian crisis made worse by neglect. buff.ly/Ty5ZmKD

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“Disgraceful”: A judge sided with the DOJ, refusing to release Mahmoud Khalil despite claims the government is using “transparent delay tactics” to prolong his detention, according to his legal team. buff.ly/Si3kP3M

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Trump shut down the federal agency that investigates industrial chemical explosions—even as hazardous chemical accidents occur nearly every other day in the U.S. Public safety takes a back seat to deregulation. buff.ly/fZj8vZg

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Over 5 million people took to the streets for “No Kings Day” protests, overshadowing Trump’s military parade in the largest day of action since his return to power. The message was clear: no coronations, no dictators, no kings. buff.ly/vAVHmwU

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Sen. Tim Kaine introduced a War Powers Resolution to block Trump from launching an attack on Iran—just one day after Trump hinted at escalating U.S. involvement in the growing conflict. buff.ly/ji3RXHF

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New VA rules now allow doctors to refuse treatment based on a veteran’s political affiliation, marital status, or union ties. Some providers can even be banned from working at VA hospitals for the same reasons. A dangerous politicization of basic care. buff.ly/nCgeXVR

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Israel bombed Iranian state TV during a live broadcast, leveling the building. Hours earlier, Israel’s defense minister warned, “residents of Tehran will pay the price, and soon.” A chilling escalation in an already volatile conflict. buff.ly/tDqvV1p

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5 million joined “No Kings” protests—proof that mass mobilization is possible. Inspired by the 3.5% rule for successful resistance, the next step is turning this energy into organizing, strikes, and sustained action to dismantle authoritarian power. buff.ly/UlVISeu

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After mass protests, Trump ordered ICE to target Democratic cities, calling them “the Democrat Power Center.” It’s a blatant act of political retribution—weaponizing federal power to punish dissent and entrench authoritarian control. buff.ly/2alTqsm