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General Discussion
"Here are a few things that Donald Trump's lawyer says a president ought to be immune from prosecution for doing,"
By applegrove - 17 hrs ago - 12 replies
"Here are a few things that Donald Trump's lawyer says a president ought to be immune from prosecution for doing,"
By applegrove - 17 hrs ago - 12 replies
Editorials & Other Articles
Kavanaugh says 'most people' now revere the Nixon pardon. Not so fast.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 18 hrs ago - 12 replies
Kavanaugh says 'most people' now revere the Nixon pardon. Not so fast.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 18 hrs ago - 12 replies
General Discussion
DeSantis: Florida 'will not comply' with new Biden Title IX rules
By Nevilledog - 20 hrs ago - 12 replies
DeSantis: Florida 'will not comply' with new Biden Title IX rules
By Nevilledog - 20 hrs ago - 12 replies
General Discussion
Chemicals Found In Popular Household Products Potentially Linked To Autism, Multiple Sclerosis, Study Suggests
By G_j - 23 hrs ago - 12 replies
Chemicals Found In Popular Household Products Potentially Linked To Autism, Multiple Sclerosis, Study Suggests
By G_j - 23 hrs ago - 12 replies
The DU Lounge
Confession time. Have you ever pretended someone was at the door or you had to use the bathroom to get out of a boring
By debm55 - 42 min ago - 11 replies
Confession time. Have you ever pretended someone was at the door or you had to use the bathroom to get out of a boring
By debm55 - 42 min ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
$1,500 to go see Rep. Ronny Jackson and Trump at Mar-a-Lago
By riversedge - 1 hr ago - 11 replies
$1,500 to go see Rep. Ronny Jackson and Trump at Mar-a-Lago
By riversedge - 1 hr ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem Admits To Shooting Her Own Dog
By kpete - 2 hrs ago - 11 replies
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem Admits To Shooting Her Own Dog
By kpete - 2 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
Act differently to different types of protestors.
By Wonder Why - 2 hrs ago - 11 replies
Act differently to different types of protestors.
By Wonder Why - 2 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
This is how I think the SC will rule on presidential immunity.
By wnylib - 12 hrs ago - 11 replies
This is how I think the SC will rule on presidential immunity.
By wnylib - 12 hrs ago - 11 replies
Photography
A few photos from El Segundo's Farmer's Market today . . .
By CaliforniaPeggy - 14 hrs ago - 11 replies
A few photos from El Segundo's Farmer's Market today . . .
By CaliforniaPeggy - 14 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
George Conway tells everyone to calm down
By struggle4progress - 14 hrs ago - 11 replies
George Conway tells everyone to calm down
By struggle4progress - 14 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
The people are so numb, nothing shocks them anymore, not even the Supreme Court.
By kentuck - 17 hrs ago - 11 replies
The people are so numb, nothing shocks them anymore, not even the Supreme Court.
By kentuck - 17 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
The supreme court is dismantling democracy. They could have been talking about Putin today. Trump wants to be Putin
By onecaliberal - 18 hrs ago - 11 replies
The supreme court is dismantling democracy. They could have been talking about Putin today. Trump wants to be Putin
By onecaliberal - 18 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
Trump's complaints about being unable to campaign fall apart as trial resumes
By LetMyPeopleVote - 19 hrs ago - 11 replies
Trump's complaints about being unable to campaign fall apart as trial resumes
By LetMyPeopleVote - 19 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
We're waiting for the SC to decide whether there are 'official acts' in the indictment which deserve immunity
By bigtree - 20 hrs ago - 11 replies
We're waiting for the SC to decide whether there are 'official acts' in the indictment which deserve immunity
By bigtree - 20 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
The Petty Feud Between the NYT and the White House
By LetMyPeopleVote - 20 hrs ago - 11 replies
The Petty Feud Between the NYT and the White House
By LetMyPeopleVote - 20 hrs ago - 11 replies
General Discussion
If David Pecker has some real dirt on Trump, will the prosecution be able to elicit it?
By skip fox - 2 hrs ago - 10 replies
If David Pecker has some real dirt on Trump, will the prosecution be able to elicit it?
By skip fox - 2 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
Plunging Home Prices, Fleeing Companies: Austin's Glow Is Fading
By Demovictory9 - 9 hrs ago - 10 replies
Plunging Home Prices, Fleeing Companies: Austin's Glow Is Fading
By Demovictory9 - 9 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
Is it possible to have a campaign ad focusing on the corruptness of the supreme court
By Tribetime - 14 hrs ago - 10 replies
Is it possible to have a campaign ad focusing on the corruptness of the supreme court
By Tribetime - 14 hrs ago - 10 replies
Photography
DO NOT MISS THIS! Squirrel Monkey Mamas with Babies on their Backs!
By Gato Moteado - 14 hrs ago - 10 replies
DO NOT MISS THIS! Squirrel Monkey Mamas with Babies on their Backs!
By Gato Moteado - 14 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
Pecker at hush money trial says Trump feared trysts would hurt image, but didn't mention Melania
By Tom of Temecula - 14 hrs ago - 10 replies
Pecker at hush money trial says Trump feared trysts would hurt image, but didn't mention Melania
By Tom of Temecula - 14 hrs ago - 10 replies
General Discussion
Without drama or fanfare, Biden advances policies that matter
By LetMyPeopleVote - 15 hrs ago - 10 replies
Without drama or fanfare, Biden advances policies that matter
By LetMyPeopleVote - 15 hrs ago - 10 replies
Latest Breaking News
Prosecutor to appeal against Texas woman's acquittal over voting error
By BumRushDaShow - 17 hrs ago - 10 replies
Prosecutor to appeal against Texas woman's acquittal over voting error
By BumRushDaShow - 17 hrs ago - 10 replies
Latest Breaking News
Supreme Court seems poised to allow Trump's D.C. trial, but not soon
By mahatmakanejeeves - 21 hrs ago - 10 replies
Supreme Court seems poised to allow Trump's D.C. trial, but not soon
By mahatmakanejeeves - 21 hrs ago - 10 replies
Latest Breaking News
Biden says he's 'happy' to debate Trump
By BumRushDaShow - 32 min ago - 9 replies
Biden says he's 'happy' to debate Trump
By BumRushDaShow - 32 min ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
Biden joins Howard Stern for live interview
By Tom of Temecula - 45 min ago - 9 replies
Biden joins Howard Stern for live interview
By Tom of Temecula - 45 min ago - 9 replies
Latest Breaking News
TikTok will not be sold, Chinese parent tells US
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - 9 replies
TikTok will not be sold, Chinese parent tells US
By BumRushDaShow - 1 hr ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
Let me make it pellucidly clear - Whenever it comes
By malaise - 3 hrs ago - 9 replies
Let me make it pellucidly clear - Whenever it comes
By malaise - 3 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
Transgender woman brutally beaten to death outside Miami City Ballet
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 8 hrs ago - 9 replies
Transgender woman brutally beaten to death outside Miami City Ballet
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 8 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
They Want a Right Wing DICTATORSHIP. This is Not Hyperbole. It's Just a Plain Fact.
By B.See - 12 hrs ago - 9 replies
They Want a Right Wing DICTATORSHIP. This is Not Hyperbole. It's Just a Plain Fact.
By B.See - 12 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
The Supreme Court looked like it was playing to an audience of one.
By kentuck - 13 hrs ago - 9 replies
The Supreme Court looked like it was playing to an audience of one.
By kentuck - 13 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
Any hope of seeing Trump brought to trial for January 6th, or the stolen classified documents is gone.
By lees1975 - 15 hrs ago - 9 replies
Any hope of seeing Trump brought to trial for January 6th, or the stolen classified documents is gone.
By lees1975 - 15 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
Edward Perez, ex-director for civic integrity at Twitter, is quitting twitter. But not before an epic thread.
By Swede - 15 hrs ago - 9 replies
Edward Perez, ex-director for civic integrity at Twitter, is quitting twitter. But not before an epic thread.
By Swede - 15 hrs ago - 9 replies
Gardening
When my sunflowers reach about two or three feet, they get attacked.
By Ptah - 16 hrs ago - 9 replies
When my sunflowers reach about two or three feet, they get attacked.
By Ptah - 16 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
There's a Maddow and the gang special tonight
By malaise - 17 hrs ago - 9 replies
There's a Maddow and the gang special tonight
By malaise - 17 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
Meidas Touch: Trump's Attorney Scheduled Surgery on April 29, wants 2-Week Recovery.
By TheBlackAdder - 23 hrs ago - 9 replies
Meidas Touch: Trump's Attorney Scheduled Surgery on April 29, wants 2-Week Recovery.
By TheBlackAdder - 23 hrs ago - 9 replies
General Discussion
President Biden tells Howard Stern he will debate Trump
By BeyondGeography - 50 min ago - 8 replies
President Biden tells Howard Stern he will debate Trump
By BeyondGeography - 50 min ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
I See That 3 Senators Missed The Ukraine Aid Vote
By gab13by13 - 4 hrs ago - 8 replies
I See That 3 Senators Missed The Ukraine Aid Vote
By gab13by13 - 4 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
(McConnell) "As the Supreme Court weighs whether Donald Trump is shielded from prosecution for acts committed...
By applegrove - 13 hrs ago - 8 replies
(McConnell) "As the Supreme Court weighs whether Donald Trump is shielded from prosecution for acts committed...
By applegrove - 13 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
If the president needs immunity, why not immunity for judges? Or congresspeople?
By unblock - 13 hrs ago - 8 replies
If the president needs immunity, why not immunity for judges? Or congresspeople?
By unblock - 13 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
GOPs say presidents would be immune to prosecution if they killed their rival.
By Trueblue1968 - 18 hrs ago - 8 replies
GOPs say presidents would be immune to prosecution if they killed their rival.
By Trueblue1968 - 18 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
Four States Tell Schools To Ignore Biden's New Title IX Rules Protecting Trans Students
By Nevilledog - 19 hrs ago - 8 replies
Four States Tell Schools To Ignore Biden's New Title IX Rules Protecting Trans Students
By Nevilledog - 19 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
The Supreme Court is caught up in the chaos and confusion...
By kentuck - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
The Supreme Court is caught up in the chaos and confusion...
By kentuck - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
Latest Breaking News
Trump lawyer makes admission under questioning from Justice Coney Barrett
By prodigitalson - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
Trump lawyer makes admission under questioning from Justice Coney Barrett
By prodigitalson - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
An ironic exchange in testimony during the Trump trial in light of recent events.
By Tommy Carcetti - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
An ironic exchange in testimony during the Trump trial in light of recent events.
By Tommy Carcetti - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
Supreme Court justices appear split over whether to protect abortion care during emergencies
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
Supreme Court justices appear split over whether to protect abortion care during emergencies
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 21 hrs ago - 8 replies
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Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (April 25, 2024)
By EarlG - 23 hrs ago - 8 replies
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (April 25, 2024)
By EarlG - 23 hrs ago - 8 replies
General Discussion
Trump is whining because he would prefer to be with Melania on her birthday. He is literally in court because
By riversedge - 42 min ago - 7 replies
Trump is whining because he would prefer to be with Melania on her birthday. He is literally in court because
By riversedge - 42 min ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
Per WH: The President is doing a live interview with Howard Stern on Sirius XM radio.
By demmiblue - 1 hr ago - 7 replies
Per WH: The President is doing a live interview with Howard Stern on Sirius XM radio.
By demmiblue - 1 hr ago - 7 replies
Mental Health Support
I'm at the point where NOTHING is easing my red-line anxiety
By Siwsan - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
I'm at the point where NOTHING is easing my red-line anxiety
By Siwsan - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
Latest Breaking News
Key Fed inflation measure rose 2.8% in March from a year ago, more than expected
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
Key Fed inflation measure rose 2.8% in March from a year ago, more than expected
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - 7 replies
Latest Breaking News
Boeing and NASA decide to move forward with historic crewed launch of new spacecraft
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - 7 replies
Boeing and NASA decide to move forward with historic crewed launch of new spacecraft
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - 7 replies
American History
On this day, April 26, 1944, in Chicago, the US government took over retail giant Montgomery Ward.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 4 hrs ago - 7 replies
On this day, April 26, 1944, in Chicago, the US government took over retail giant Montgomery Ward.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 4 hrs ago - 7 replies
Editorials & Other Articles
DeSantis: Florida 'will not comply' with new Biden Title IX rules
By Dulcinea - 5 hrs ago - 7 replies
DeSantis: Florida 'will not comply' with new Biden Title IX rules
By Dulcinea - 5 hrs ago - 7 replies
The DU Lounge
Something to put a smile on your faces....ENJOY this "Gentleman" getting a haircut & a shave...
By The_REAL_Ecumenist - 5 hrs ago - 7 replies
Something to put a smile on your faces....ENJOY this "Gentleman" getting a haircut & a shave...
By The_REAL_Ecumenist - 5 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
No Pecker rants on Truthsocial from TFG. I wonder why.
By Kennah - 14 hrs ago - 7 replies
No Pecker rants on Truthsocial from TFG. I wonder why.
By Kennah - 14 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
Court Question I wish had been asked. Does President Biden have these same rights they are arguing for the caitiff?
By onecaliberal - 16 hrs ago - 7 replies
Court Question I wish had been asked. Does President Biden have these same rights they are arguing for the caitiff?
By onecaliberal - 16 hrs ago - 7 replies
Michigan
'The scene in Detroit is insanity': Maximum capacity reached at NFL draft
By marmar - 16 hrs ago - 7 replies
'The scene in Detroit is insanity': Maximum capacity reached at NFL draft
By marmar - 16 hrs ago - 7 replies
Latest Breaking News
Tesla driver in Seattle-area crash that killed motorcyclist told police he was using Autopilot
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
Tesla driver in Seattle-area crash that killed motorcyclist told police he was using Autopilot
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
A President swears to "preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."
By Kid Berwyn - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
A President swears to "preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."
By Kid Berwyn - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
US military starts pier construction off Gaza
By Donkees - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
US military starts pier construction off Gaza
By Donkees - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
Donald Trump had a fantastic day in the Supreme Court today
By In It to Win It - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
Donald Trump had a fantastic day in the Supreme Court today
By In It to Win It - 20 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
A legal question about Pecker's plea agreement and testimony
By dsc - 22 hrs ago - 7 replies
A legal question about Pecker's plea agreement and testimony
By dsc - 22 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
This East Texas town hasn't held a city council election in at least 18 years
By RandySF - 22 hrs ago - 7 replies
This East Texas town hasn't held a city council election in at least 18 years
By RandySF - 22 hrs ago - 7 replies
General Discussion
I so love that Biden is being interviewed by Howard Stern rather than A. G. Sulzberger
By tenderfoot - 28 min ago - 6 replies
I so love that Biden is being interviewed by Howard Stern rather than A. G. Sulzberger
By tenderfoot - 28 min ago - 6 replies
Forum Spotlight: Florida
Vice President Harris coming to Jacksonville on the day Florida abortion ban takes effectU.S. court asked to reconsider ruling upholding DeSantis' quashing of Black congressional seat
Doctors race against Florida's six-week abortion ban
Latest Breaking News
Trump downplays deadly Charlottesville rally as a 'peanut' compared to Israel-Gaza protests
Yesterday - CNN
Yesterday - CNN
Justice Clarence Thomas chooses not to recuse himself from another January 6-related case
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Tough new EPA rules would force coal-fired power plants to capture emissions or shut down
Yesterday - ABC News/AP
Yesterday - ABC News/AP
The man who audited Trump's social media company misspelled his own name in 14 different ways: FT
Yesterday - Business Insider
Yesterday - Business Insider
U.S. House speaker confronts anti-war protesters at Columbia University
Yesterday - Nebraska Examiner
Yesterday - Nebraska Examiner
Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris hospitalized after exhibiting "distressing behavior," officials say
Yesterday - CBS News
Yesterday - CBS News
Williams-Sonoma fined $3.18 million dollars for falsely labeling products as 'Made in USA'
Yesterday - Scripps News
Yesterday - Scripps News
Government watchdog alleges Trump campaign broke the law trying to hide legal payments
Yesterday - USA Today
Yesterday - USA Today
Hamas official says group would lay down its weapons if a two-state solution is implemented
Yesterday - Yahoo
Yesterday - Yahoo
Trump lawyer no longer representing ex-president's aide after clients became 'adversarial'
Yesterday - Raw Story
Yesterday - Raw Story
Jan. 6 rioter 'unapologetic' at sentencing for assaulting police at Capitol using 'long pole'
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Judge nixes Trump effort to subpoena Stormy Daniels over documentary and communications with other witnesses
Wednesday - Law & Crime
Wednesday - Law & Crime
NPR Chief Defends Coverage, Accuses Critics of 'Bad Faith Distortion' of Her Views
Wednesday - Wall Street Journal
Wednesday - Wall Street Journal
Trump Media has gotten Congress involved in its crusade against short sellers
Wednesday - Business Insider
Wednesday - Business Insider
Trump is unindicted co-conspirator in 2020 Michigan fake electors probe, investigator testifie
Wednesday - CNN
Wednesday - CNN
Biden administration announces plans for up to 12 lease sales for offshore wind energy
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
Biden offers 'second chances' to 16 people jailed for non-violent drug sentences
Wednesday - USA Today
Wednesday - USA Today
Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
Biden signs foreign aid bill providing crucial military assistance to Ukraine
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Wednesday - CNN Politics
Oil sprays from an ANA flight carrying 213 people as it lands in northern Japan; no one is injured
Wednesday - AP
Wednesday - AP
More than one-third of people in the US exposed to harmful air pollution - report
Wednesday - The Guardian
Wednesday - The Guardian
Alabama Lawmakers Advance Bill to Ensure Biden Is on the State's Ballot
Wednesday - US News and World Report/AP
Wednesday - US News and World Report/AP
Senate passes Ukraine aid, Israel funding and TikTok crackdown, sending bill to Biden's desk
Wednesday - NBC News
Wednesday - NBC News