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How Fox News hosts described the lies and conspiracies aired on their network. Graphic by Desiree Tapia.
Leaked Texts Reveal: Fox News Knew They Were Spreading Lies and Conspiracies About 2020 Election

A pair of new court filings from Dominion Voting Systems reveal that Fox’s top executives, hosts, and talent knew former President Donald Trump’s claims of voter fraud in the 2020 election were false, but broadcast, amplified, and supported them anyway in order to maintain the network’s ratings.

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How the For the People Act Could Revolutionize US Politics

Senate Democrats are working to ensure the passage of H.R. 1/S.1, a sweeping set of reforms to protect voters' rights, increase election security, eliminate gerrymandering, and more.

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Biden Reportedly Will Propose Eight-Year Citizenship Path for Immigrants

The president-elect's bill aims to deliver on a major campaign promise important to Latino voters and other immigrant communities.

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EXPLAINER: What’s Next After House Impeachment Vote

Even though the trial won't happen until Trump is already out of office, it could still have the effect of preventing him from running for president again.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Feared for Her Life During Pro-Trump Mob Capitol Attack

The progressive Democrat feared that “QAnon and white supremacist sympathizers” in Congress could create opportunities that would put her in harm's way.

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House Republican Liz Cheney Votes to Impeach Trump

The No. 3 Republican in the House wants the president to face the consequences of his actions, even as Trump denies any responsibility for the Jan. 6 attacks on the Capitol.

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Some Businesses Are Done With Trump and GOP After Riots

Companies are growing skittish about lawmakers who backed Trump’s false claims of election fraud and suspends political donations.