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Trump is doing everything he can to avoid facing the consequences of assaulting and defaming E. Jean Carroll. After losing in both trial and appellate courts, he’s now asking the Supreme Court for help by replacing himself with the federal government as the defendant. It’s a clear abuse of power.
www.washingtonpost.comThe Trump admin has only released a fraction of document requests they are required to share with the public. Americans are demanding transparency from our government, but Trump and Republicans think they are above the law and don’t have to answer to the American people. What are they hiding?
Public Records Requests Are Surging. The Government Is Falling Behind.A Times analysis of 16 years of available federal data shows federal agencies lag in processing requests for government records.www.nytimes.comTrump’s rising costs, coupled with Republican cuts to healthcare, are increasing the number of Americans without health insurance or access to essential care. When Republicans are in control, it’s harder for Americans to afford the most basic needs.
Uninsured Patients Rise Sharply, Hospitals Report, Citing Obamacare CutsMore people who lost coverage after congressional Republicans ended enhanced federal subsidies are now seeking care in emergency rooms and unable to pay bills.www.nytimes.comTodd Blanche is losing support for his nomination as Attorney General because he is clearly doing Donald Trump’s personal bidding, including funneling taxpayer money to Trump’s political allies. Blanche has repeatedly proven that he is here to serve Trump, not the American people.
Vote on Blanche Is Delayed After Senators Express Skepticism Over I.R.S. ProvisionJohn Cornyn and Thom Tillis accused the nominee for attorney general of refusing to put on paper his promise to kill aspects of the deal he cut to settle President Trump’s suit against the agency.www.nytimes.comWith the cost of living already high, Trump is ending Medicare subsidies, making it harder for people to afford the medications they need. While Trump profits from his time in office, millions of Americans struggle to afford basic necessities and suffer under his corrupt leadership.
Trump Will End Subsidies for Medicare Drug PremiumsMillions of older Americans could pay more for their prescription drug coverage next year.www.nytimes.comTrump implemented a new rule that can immediately send asylum seekers to deportation without a hearing. He continues to target the most vulnerable instead of helping them.
Asylum seekers could be sent directly to deportation court under new ruleThe Trump administration rule, which took effect immediately, could transfer nearly 450,000 cases to immigration judges, who could dismiss the asylum petitions.www.washingtonpost.comThis midterm, we need to elect those to Congress who will look out for everyday Americans, not Donald Trump.
Analysis | Democrats bet on affordability, GOP bets on Trump in midterm campaigns’ final 100 daysDemocrats and Republicans have just 99 days left to convince you to vote for their candidates in the Nov. 3 midterm elections.www.washingtonpost.comHelp us elect leaders who reflect our values: Phone bank to get out the vote for Haley Stevens for Senate. Sign up for a shift and join us anytime Sunday, August 2 through Election Day. Sign up:
Jewish Dems Events · Jewish Democratic Council of America on MobilizeFind events, petitions, volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and more with Jewish Democratic Council of America.www.mobilize.us6 months. 37.5 billion dollars. For a war with no clear goal and no end in sight.
Iran War Enters 6th Month and a Period of Greater UncertaintyHere is a rundown of the major events of the war, as both sides consider their next moves.www.nytimes.comJudge Talwani is right: “The Constitution does not grant the President any specific powers over elections.” Trump cannot be allowed to violate the Constitution and rig elections in his favor.
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Allow Order Restricting Mail VotingThe Trump administration asks justices to intervene after an appeals court blocked key parts of a mail-in voting executive order.www.nytimes.comTrump is targeting millions of Americans living in states that didn’t support him by canceling over 600 grants that would create job growth and cleaner energy. He is actively choosing to hurt Americans and our economy to placate his fragile ego.
Trump Administration Admits Canceling Grants to States That Did Not Vote for HimFederal officials said in court documents that they halted billions of dollars in funding for energy projects to states “based solely” on whether they backed President Trump in the 2024 election.www.nytimes.comDid you miss yesterday’s Jewish Dem Download Live with Julie Roginsky? Watch this important conversation on Trump’s authoritarian agenda, the midterms, and the Jewish vote here:
Jewish Dem Download LIVE with Julie RoginskyWatch now | Watch the recording of our live stream with Julie Roginsky.jewishdems.substack.comA little Jewish joy for your week. Last week, over 100 young Jewish Democrats from 59 colleges and 73 organizations found community with JDCA. We’re empowering the next generation to take action for our values and to elect Democrats.
Young Jewish Democrats Gather for JDCA Happy HourYoung Jewish Democrats gathered for a happy hour in D.C. where they learned about Jewish Democratic Council of America’s work to elect Democrats who share their values.www.washingtonjewishweek.comWe are now LIVE with @julieroginsky.bsky.social on the Jewish Dem Download. Watch the conversation about the Jewish vote and the midterms here: open.substack.com/live-stream/...
LIVE SOON: Jewish Dem Download Live with Julie RoginskyStarting Jul 27 at 12:30 PM EDTopen.substack.comMichigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Haley Stevens for Michigan’s Senate primary because she knows Haley is the best candidate for the job. We do too, and why we’re continuing to mobilize to get out the vote for Haley Stevens next week.
Gretchen Whitmer Endorses Haley Stevens in Michigan Senate RaceMs. Whitmer, a popular second-term governor, is wading into one of the most contentious Democratic primaries of this year’s midterms.www.nytimes.comJoin us in phone banks across the country! Make a difference in this year's election. Get out the vote for Jewish candidates. Sign up:
Jewish Dems Events · Jewish Democratic Council of America on MobilizeFind events, petitions, volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and more with Jewish Democratic Council of America.www.mobilize.us2.24 billion dollars. That’s how much Trump has enriched himself from his presidency.
How Much Money Has Trump Made as President?See how President Trump and his family’s business empire has transformed from his first term.www.nytimes.comRepublicans are tying all their legislation to the SAVE Act. As long as they keep trying to suppress the vote, we will keep fighting to keep elections fair.
In the House, All Roads Lead to the SAVE America Actwww.nytimes.com