ICYMI: The Guardian: “‘Heinous actions’: opposition to Trump, slow to energize, shakes off its slumber”

WASHINGTON – As reported by The Guardian, Punchbowl News, the Associated Press, and Axios, MoveOn helped organize 60 “Congress Works for Us, Not Musk” mobilizations as part of a nationwide effort to hold lawmakers accountable during the February congressional recess. Constituents are voicing their frustration with the growing influence of Elon Musk and Donald Trump over government institutions, demanding that their elected officials prioritize the needs of working families over the agendas of billionaires. Last week, MoveOn-member-led rallies drew large crowds of activists seeking answers from their representatives. Notable actions…

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MoveOn Announces “Congress Works for Us, Not Musk” Recess Actions to Hold Lawmakers Accountable

MoveOn Announces “Congress Works for Us, Not Musk” Recess Actions to Hold Lawmakers Accountable AP: The anti-Musk protest movement is expected to ramp up with Congress on recess NEW MEMO: Top Five Questions for Lawmakers in the Upcoming Congressional Recess WASHINGTON – As reported in the AP, MoveOn Civic Action today announced a nationwide “Congress Works for Us, Not Musk” mobilization during the upcoming congressional recess (February 15-23), with rallies and town hall actions aimed at pressuring lawmakers to fight back against the Trump-Musk agenda. With critical budget fights ahead, MoveOn…

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House Democrats introduce Taxpayer Data Protection Act in response to Musk’s actions

House Democrats are making a push to secure data at the Treasury Department. A group of lawmakers have introduced the Taxpayer Data Protection Act. The bill seeks to add a layer of protection against anyone seeking to access the agency’s systems. The legislation would bar anyone with conflicts of interest or without a security clearance from getting into the Treasury Department’s data. The bill comes after billionaire Elon Musk and some of his employees gained access to Treasury Department data. House Democrats said they’re expecting a Senate companion bill for…

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U.S. House, including most Texas members, votes in disapproval of Trump’s Syria actions – The Texas Tribune

U.S. House, including most Texas members, votes in disapproval of Trump’s Syria actions  The Texas Tribune House overwhelmingly votes bipartisan condemnation of Trump withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria  NBCNews.com Resolution in U.S. Congress Opposes Trump’s Action: Syria Update  Bloomberg Trump to meet Congress leaders amid Syria withdrawal rebuke  Al Jazeera America US Congress Planning Punitive Measures Against Turkey Over Syria Offensive  The Globe Post View full coverage on Google News “us congress” – Google News

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