Jen Psaki Accidentally Tells the Truth About How Expensive Covid Rapid Tests Are in U.S.

When Psaki scoffed at the idea of sending Americans free Covid-19 rapid tests, it was a reminder that a for-profit health care system still limits the U.S. pandemic response.

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Jen Psaki Accidentally Tells the Truth About How Expensive Covid Rapid Tests Are in U.S.

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When Psaki scoffed at the idea of sending Americans free Covid-19 rapid tests, it was a reminder that a for-profit health care system still limits the U.S. pandemic response.

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The Iran War That Obama Tried to Avoid Is Now Around the Corner

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President Joe Biden has failed to revive the Iran nuclear deal. Regional powers may be preparing for a major conflict.

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Oil-Backed Group Opposes Offshore Wind — for Environmental Reasons

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Local think tanks that previously supported offshore drilling have engaged in a wide-ranging campaign to stop the expansion of offshore wind farms.

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Sen. Chris Murphy, a Longtime Saudi War Critic, Votes to Support Missile Sale

Sara Sirota, Austin Ahlman

Murphy argued the $650 million sale of air-to-air missiles to Saudi Arabia is for “defensive weapons” against Yemen’s Houthis.

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On “60 Minutes,” Reality Winner Opens Up About the Motivation for Her Leak and the Psychic Toll of Her Confinement

Ryan Grim

“I knew it was secret, but I also knew that I had pledged service to the American people,” Winner said.

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Two Companies Fight to Corner the Police Body Camera Market

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Axon and Motorola lobbied Congress to promote police tech in reform bills. Their devices may not change policing — yet business is booming.

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Daniel Hale Receives International Whistleblower Award for Drone Document Leak

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The former military intelligence analyst is currently imprisoned in Illinois.

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