James Mumm is campaigns director for Greenpeace USA. He was formerly the chief innovation officer for People’s Action, a national network of grassroots groups dedicated to putting people and planet first.
Twelve Republican-led states face a January 1 deadline to join the Summer EBT program, a lifeline for millions of hungry kids, as advocates urge governors to act amid rising food insecurity and economic challenges.
While every president has a right to select their own Cabinet appointees, the Senate also has the Constitutional authority to decide whether each nominee is fit to serve.
The senator criticizes lawmakers for prioritizing the military-industrial complex over working families as the Senate advances a near $1 trillion defense budget.