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The U.S. and Iran have struck a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz, but Israel may prevent an end to the war

The U.S. and Iran have reportedly signed a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz and to begin negotiations to end the war. It is a hopeful sign that this disastrous war of choice may soon be over, but once again, Israel stands to be the spoiler.

‘You can’t serve people you hate’ — Rep. Summer Lee breaks down the war on the poor

Rep. Summer Lee says the oligarchy’s ability to pour unlimited funding into elections has already eroded democracy to the point that it does not serve the people.

by Taya Graham and Stephen Janis June 15, 2026June 15, 2026

‘Alarm’ at White House after Vance and Miller pushed Insurrection Act, habeas corpus suspension during anti-ICE protests

Reporting in The New York Times reveals Vance wanted to use the military “to crush the unrest in Minnesota.”

by Brad Reed June 15, 2026June 15, 2026

Raskin: ICE is acting like a secret paramilitary police force for the president

Rep. Jamie Raskin expressed growing concerns about the power of ICE in light of the $70 billion in additional funding just approved by Congress, his opposition to the proposed weaponization fund, and why the Epstein scandal needs further scrutiny.