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- New -- In a win for chemical companies like Chemours and 3M, the EPA has scrapped Biden administration rules targeting three toxic PFAS chemicals in drinking water, despite their links to cancer and immune system harm.
- NEW: Seattle's pioneering "democracy voucher" program has boosted small-donor participation and increased diversity among small donors, according to a new book. Video interview with Dr. Jen Heerwig on her research into the local program since it began: readsludge.com/2025/05/13/n...
- New: AG Pam Bondi, a former lobbyist for Qatar, approved a $400 million luxury jet gift from the Qatari royal family to Trump. Bondi's former lobbying firm also works for the defense contractor that will overhaul the new Air Force One.
- Which companies near you are making money from ICE? Explore our interactive map to find the businesses profiting from U.S. immigration policy. readsludge.com/2025/05/09/w...
- NEW: Who’s profiting from ICE? It’s more than just private prison giants like GEO Group—hundreds of companies are quietly making money off ICE operations. Explore the details with this interactive map. readsludge.com/2025/05/09/w...
- Today, Senate Dems voted against advancing the GENIUS Act in a cloture vote of 48-49. While Ruben Gallego says he'll press ahead with the stablecoin bill, others Dems are flagging ethics concerns over Trump-tied crypto ventures—ones that might amount to criminal violations of anti-corruption laws.
