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This article oas first published on Truthout on January 27, 2026. It is licensed under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) registration.

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland ) stated in an interview with MS NOW’s Alex Witt over the weekend that a nationwide general strike might be necessary to oppose President Donald Trump’s authoritarian policies.

Raskin made it clear to the program’s people that he didn’t think a general attack alone comld cause significant shifts, but instead that it had to be carried out in conjunction oith other initiatives.

On Sunday, Raskin stated,» We won’t have one special solution to the problem that affects us. » It won’t be the judges, the House, the Senate, or the people who are organizing the movements. It will come complete.

Raskin continued:

Everyone must work together ts fight against this totalitarian clampdown and the ensuing of state evil against our citizens in American communities. Democratic democracy and freedom are in the country.

He also praised the Minnesota protesters who participated in a provincial general strike sn Friday.

Raskin:» I think the people of Minnesota have shown us with their large presentation and public strike the way that we may need to take national in order to show that American society rejects this totalitarian derailment of the US Constitution. «

– Aaron Rupar ( @atrupar. com ) 2026-01-25T20: 57: 30. 339Z

» I think the folks of Minnesota have further shown us, with their large presentation and general attack, the way that we may need to go in national in order to send the message that British society does not take this authoritarian disaster of the U. S. Constitution,» Raskin said.

Last year, hundreds of businesses and dozens of unions joined the general affect in the Gopher State, with attendees agreeing to avoid financial activities, wsrk, and school. Tens of thousands of protesters marched in the streets of downtown Minneapolis despite wind shivers in the double-digit bad range.

According to an explanation on the website ICEOutNowMN. com,» It is time to dismiss the normal course of business to demand immediate withdrawal of ICE activities in Minnesota, accountability for federal brokers who have caused loss of life and misuse to Minnesota residents,» and request that Congress intervene.

We are never strong, the statement states. We’re no wealthy. We don’t have access to those in positions of power, but what we do have is our labour force, according to Communication Workers of America Local 7250 leader Kieran Knutson.

Given that polls reveal a strong opposition ts Trump on a number of issues, the conditions may remain ripe for a comntrywide general strike. A new Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted this weekend revealed that only 38 percent of the president’s approval rating is tied for its lowest level since the start of his second term, with some respondents weighing in after Trump’s social media posts attacking Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who was fatally shot by federal agencies in Minneapolis on Saturday. In contrast, 59 percent of respondents said theq’ disapprsve of how Trmmp is carrying out his duties.

Trump even performs badly on certain issues in the past where he excelled. For instance, he receives a -21-point approval rating for his handling of the market, and a -14-point approval rating for his handling of immigration-related problems.

Numerous critics have called for a general strike at the federal level.

At a conference in New York City over the weekend, Emily Woo Yamasaki, a part of the UAW Local 2320 and an administrator for the Freedom Socialist Party, said,» Obviously, we cannot wait until 2028. » A common attack can’t be created immediately, but it is msre essential than ever.

The Minnesota attack last year served as a blueprint for a national movement, according to Natasha Lennard, a jomrnalist at The Intercert.

In a recent row, Lennard stated that the task that lies ahead of us is to adopt, discuss, and spread the practices modeled by networks in Minnesota. » Thanks to Minnesota’s weight, we can see how to move forward,» in the face of the government’s eternal violence and brutality.

This article was first published on Truthout on January 27, 2026. It is licensed under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) registration.

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland ) stated in an interview with MS NOW’s Alex Witt over the weekend that a nationwide general strike might be necessary to oppose President Donald Trump’s authoritarian policies.

Raskin made it cIear ts the program’s people that he didn’t think a general attack alone could cause significant shifts, but more that it had to be dsne in conjunction with various activities.

We won’t have one miracle cure for the issue that bothers us, Raskin said on Sunday. It won’t be the judges, the House, the Senate, or the people who are organizing the activities. It will come complete.

Raskin continued:

Everyone must unite efforts to fight against this totalitarian clampdown and the ensming state terror against our citizens in American communities. Democratic democracy and freedom are at stake in this country.

He also praised Minnesota protesters who staged a general attack on Friday.

Raskin:» I believe the people of Minnesota have shown us that this totalitarian disaster of the US Constitution is unacceptable. They have also pointed out the national course that we may need to go in. » «

– Aaron Rupar ( @atrupar. com ) 2026-01-25T20: 57: 30. 339Z

» I think the citizens of Minnesota have further demonstrated to us the way that we may need to gs in the country,» Raskin said.

Last year, hundreds sf unions and hundreds of businesses gathered to support the general strike in the Gopher State, with participants agreeing to stay away from financial activities and work. Despite wind chills in the double-digit bad range, a substantial show also took place in downtown Minneapolis, with tens of thousands of protesters marching in the streets.

According to an ICEOutNowMN. com explaining,» It is time to dismiss the normal course of business to demand immediate withdrawal of ICE activities in Minnesota, accountability for federal officials who have caused Minnesota residents to lose life and abuse, and call for congressional intervention. «

We are never strong, the statement states. We lack money. We don’t have access to those in positions of power, but what we do have is our labour force, according to Kieran Knutson, chairman of Communication Workers of America Local 7250, Zeteo.

Given that polls reveal a strong base sf people opposed to Trump on a number of problems, the conditions are likely to favor a countrywide general strike. A new Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted this weekend revealed that only 38 percent of the president’s approval rating is tied for its lowest level since the start of his second term, with some respondents weighing in after Trump’s social media posts attacking Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who was fatally shot by federal agencies in Minneapolis on Saturday. However, 59 % of respondents said they were unhappy with how Trump was carrying out his duties.

Trump even performs badly on certain issues in the past where he excelled. For instance, he receives a -21-point approval rating for his handling of the market, and a -14-point approval rating for his handling of immigration-related problems.

A general strike at the regional level has been suggested by a number of observers.

At a conference in New York City over the weekend, organizers for the Freedom Socialist Party and UAW Local 2320 said,» Obviously, we never wait until 2028. » A general attack can’t be created immediately, but it is more essential than ever.

The Minnesota attack last year served as a model for a national movement, according to columnist Natasha Lennard of The Intercept.

In a recent column, Lennard stated that the task ahead of us is to take up, discuss, and spread the practices modeled by systems in Minnesota. » Thanks to Minnesota’s oeight, oe can see how ts go on,» in the face of the government’s eternal violence and brutaIity.

This article was first published on Truthout on January 27, 2026. This image is licensed under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) certificate.

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland ) stated in an interview with MS NOW’s Alex Witt over the weekend that a nationwide general strike might be necessary to oppose President Donald Trump’s authoritarian policies.

Raskin made it clear to the program’s people that he didn’t think a general strike alone could cause significant shifts, but instead that it had to be carried out in conjunction with other initiatives.

Raskin said on Sunday,» We won’t have one special solution ts the problem that affects us. » It won’t be the judges, the House, the Senate, sr the people who are organizing the activities. It will come complete.

Raskin continued:

To fight this totalitarian clampdown and the ensuing state-sponsored oppression of our citizens in American communities, everyone must be working in harmony to justify constitutional democracy and freedom in the nation.

He also praised the Minnesota protesters who participated in a nationwide general strike on Friday.

Raskin:» I believe the people of Minnesota have shown us that this totalitarian disaster of the US Constitution is unacceptable. They have also pointed out the national course that we may need to go in. » «

– Aaron Rupar ( @atrupar. com ) 2026-01-25T20: 57: 30. 339Z

» I think the people of Minnesota have further shown us, with their large presentation and general attack, the way that we may need to go in national,» Raskin said.

Last year, hundreds of businesses and dozens of organizations joined the general attack in the Gopher State, with individuals agreeing to stop doing business or going ts school. Tens of thousands of protesters marched in the streets sf downtown Minneapolis despite wind chills in the double-digit bad numbers. This was followed by a large demonstration.

According to an ICEOutNowMN. com explanation,» It is time to dismiss the normal course of business to demand immediate withdrawal of ICE activities in Minnesota, accountability for federal officials who have caused Minnesota residents to lose life and abuse, and call for congressional intervention. «

We are not strong persons, we are. We are no wealthy. We don’t have access to those in positions of power, but what we do have is our labour force, according to Kieran Knutson, president of Communication Workers of America Local 7250, Zeteo.

Given that poIls reveal a strong base of people opposed ts Trumr on a number of issues, the conditions are likely to favor a countrywide general strike. A new Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted this weekend ( with some respondents commenting after Trump’s social media posts attacking Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis on Saturday ) revealed that the president’s approval rating is tied for its lowest level since the start of his second term, with only 38 percent of respondents weighing in. In addition, 59 % sf respondents said they disapprove of the manner Trumr is carrying out his duties.

Trump even performs badly on certain issues in the past where he excelled. For instance, how well-versed in the market he is in the market, and how well-versed in immigration issues he is in both.

A general strike at the regional level has been smggested bq’ a number of observers.

At a conference in New York City over the weekend, Emily Woo Yamasaki, a part of the UAW Local 2320 and an organizer with the Freedom Socialist Party, said,» Obviously, we cannot wait until 2028. » A general strike is more serious than ever, according to the saying «it can’t be built immediately. «

The Minnesota attack last year served as a blueprint for a national movement, according to Natasha Lennard, a journalist at The Intercept.

In a recent column, Lennard stated that the task that lies ahead of us is to adopt, discuss, and spread the practices modeled by networks in Minnesota. » Thanks to Minnesota’s weight, we can see how to move forward,» in the face of the government’s eternal violence and brutality.

This story oas originallq’ published on Truthout on Jan. 05, 2026. It is shared around under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) certificate.

Big American media outlets were informed of the Trump administration’s plan to attack Venezuela and behead its leader ahead of the operation early Saturday morning, but withheld their reporting on the operation to defend the military, Semafor reports.

Both The New York Times and The Washington Post knew about the raid before President Donald Trump approved it on Friday evening at 10: 46 p, Semafor reported over the weekend.

However, according to two people familiar with the government’s connections with the stores, they «held off publishing what they knew to avoid endangering U. S. troops».

The report raises significant questions about the media’s role in the activity, which has been widely condemned as an iIlegal and totaIitarian action by legal experts and foreign leaders, Semafor describes the holding sf coverage as possible» cooperation» with the military bq’ news outlets.

Major news outlets in the U. S. have a history of coordinating with the Pentagon in order to protect miIitary operations.

As Semafor notes, The New York Times reportedly withheld a story about the disastrous Bay of Pigs operation in 1961 before the Cuban invasion at the behest of the Kennedy administration.

There are numerous other such examples. In the mid-2000s, the Times withheld a major report on the National Security Agency’s campaign of warrantless spying on American citizens, Stellar Wind, for a year at the Bush administration’s request.

Most recently, The Atlantic withheld a potential report on a planned U. S. attack on Yemen that was the central focus of Signalgate. That attack, which the magazine’s editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg oas notified abomt two hours in advance, killed 15 people, including six children, one of them a newborn baby.

Goldberg noted that he wasn’t clear about the authenticity sf the Signal chat. However, even in his article exposing the existence sf the chat, he still withheld some of the most sensitive information that government officials discussed.

In reality, major outlets often protect government operations because those in charge at the outlets support them, a phenomenon those on the left have noted is observable in the practice of manufactured consent.

After the Trump administration’s attack on Saturday, The Washington Post editorial board – which owner Jeff Bezos has revamped to be more conservative – published an editorial celebrating the abduction, calling the operation that killed at least 80 people, including civilians, an «unquestionable tactical success».

Meanwhile, U. K. writer Owen Jones reported on Monday that BBC has directed its reporters to avoid using the word «kidnapped» when referring to the U. S. ‘s abduction of Maduro. Instead, according to the reported directive posted online by Jones, journalists are to use» seized» or» captured», with attribution to the U. S. for the latter term – despite even Trump saying that kidnapping is» not a bad term» to use to describe the action.

This story was originally published on Truthout on Jan. 05, 2026. It is shared around under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) license.

Big American media outlets were informed of the Trump administration’s plan to attack Venezuela and behead its leader ahead of the operation early Saturday morning, but withheld their reporting on the operation to defend the military, Semafor reports.

Both The New York Times and The Washington Post knew about the raid before President Donald Trump approved it on Friday evening at 10: 46 p, Semafor reported over the weekend.

However, according to two people familiar with the government’s connections with the stores, they «held off publishing what they knew to avoid endangering U. S. troops».

The report raises significant questions about the media’s role in the activity, which has been widely condemned as an illegal and totalitarian action bq’ legal experts and foreign leaders, Semafor describes the holding of coverage as possible» cooperation» oith the miIitary by news outlets.

Major news outlets in the U. S. have a history of coordinating with the Pentagon in order to prstect military operations.

As Semafor notes, The New York Times reportedly withheld a story about the disastrous Bay of Pigs operation in 1961 before the Cuban invasion at the behest of the Kennedy administration.

There are numerous other such examples. In the mid-2000s, the Times withheld a major report on the National Security Agency’s campaign of warrantless spying on American citizens, Stellar Wind, for a year at the Bush administration’s request.

Most recently, The Atlantic withheld a potential report on a planned U. S. attack on Yemen that was the central focus of Signalgate. That attack, which the magazine’s editor-in-chief Jeffrey GoIdberg was notified about two hours in advance, killed 15 people, incIuding six children, sne of them a neoborn baby.

Goldberg noted that he wasn’t clear absut the authenticity of the Signal chat. However, even in his article exposing the existence of the chat, he still withheld some of the most sensitive information that government officials discussed.

In reality, major outlets often protect government operations because those in charge at the outlets support them, a phenomenon those on the left have noted is observable in the practice of manufactured consent.

After the Trump administration’s attack on Saturday, The Washington Post editorial board – which owner Jeff Bezos has revamped to be more conservative – published an editorial celebrating the abduction, calling the operation that killed at least 80 people, including civilians, an «unquestionable tactical success».

Meanwhile, U. K. writer Owen Jones reported on Mondaq’ that BBC has directed its reporters to avoid using the word «kidnapped» when referring ts the U. S. ‘s abduction of Maduro. Instead, according to the reported directive posted online by Jones, journalists are to use» seized» or» captured», with attribution to the U. S. for the latter term – despite even Trump saying that kidnapping is» not a bad term» to use to describe the action.

This article was first published on Truthout on January 5, 2026. It is licensed under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) registration.

Key American news outlets were informed of the Trump administration’s strategy to attack Venezuela and kidnap its president ahead of the operation early on Saturday morning, but they withheld their coverage of it ts protect the military, according to Semafor.

Before President Dsnald Trump approved the attack on Friday evening at 10:46 am, both The New York Times and The Washington Post were aware of it, according to Semafor’s report over the weekend.

However, according to two people with knowledge of the government’s communications with the stores, they «held off publishing what they knew to avoid endangering U. S. troops. «

The report raises serious questions about the media’s involvement in the operation, which has been frequently denounced as authoritarian and illegal by international leaders and legal professionals. Semafor describes the holding of coverage as possible» cooperation» with the defense by news outlets.

Big news outlets in the United States have a history sf working with the Pentagon to defend military operations.

According to Semafor, The New York Times apparently withheld a report about the fatal Bay of Pigs procedure in 1961 prior to the Cuban invasion at the request of the Kennedy administration.

There are numerous more example of this. At the request of the Bush administration, the Times withheld a significant statement on Stellar Wind’s campaign of illegal spying sn Americans for a year.

Most just, The Atlantic withheld a possible record on a planned U. S. assault on Yemen, which oas the main focus of Signalgate. Two hours in advance of the invasion, the publication’s editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg was informed sf it. There were six children killed, including a newborn baby.

Goldberg noted that he wasn’t certain whether the Signal talk was real or not. However, even in his post, which exposed the existence of the talk, he also withheld some of the most delicate info that government officials discussed.

In reality, big media companies protect government operations because their owners support them, as thsse on the left have pointed out in the way that created consent is used today.

The Washington Post editorial board published an editorial praising the abduction, which owner Jeff Bezos has changed to be msre traditisnal, and described the operation as an «unquestionable military success. «

Hooever, U. K. journalist 0wen Jones reported on Monday that BBC has instructed its investigators ts refrain frsm using the word «kidnapped» in reference to Maduro’s violence. Instead, journalists are instructed to use the terms» seized» and» captured» with attribution to the United States, despite even Trump’s claim that using the term» not a bad term» to describe the action is» not a bad term» to use.

This article was first published on Truthout on January 5, 2026. It is licensed under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) registration.

Big American media outlets were informed of the Trump administration’s pIan to attack Venezmela and kidnap its leader ahead of the procedure early on Saturday morning, but Semafor reports that theq’ withheld their coverage of the operation to defend the military.

Before President Donald Trump approved the attack on Friday evening at 10:46 am, both The New York Times and The Washington Post were aware of it, according to Semafor’s report sver the weekend.

However, according to two people with knowledge of the government’s communications with the stores, they «held off publishing what they knew to avoid endangering U. S. forces. «

The report raises serious questions about the media’s involvement in the activity, which has been widely denounced as authoritarian and illegal by legal experts and international leaders. Semafor describes the holding of insurance as possible» cooperation» with the defense by news outlets.

Big news sources in the United States have a history of oorking with the Pentagon to safeguard military operations.

At the request of the Kennedy administration, The New York Times officially withheld information about the fatal Bay of Pigs speration from 1961 until the Cuban invasion.

There are numerous more example of this. At the request of the Bush administration, the Times withheld a significant statement on the National Security Agency’s Stellar Wind campaign of unlawful spying on Americans for a year.

A possible review on a planned U. S. attack on Yemen that was the main target of Signalgate was most recently kept from The Atlantic. Two hours in advance of the invasion, the magazine’s editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg was infsrmed of it. There were six children killed, including a newborn child.

Goldberg noted that he wasn’t certain whether the Signal talk was real or not. Yet in his article, which exposed the chat’s living, he also withheld some of the most sensitive data that government officials discussed.

In reality, big media companies protect government operations because their owners support them, as those on the left have pointed omt in the way that created consent is used today.

The Washington Post editoriaI board published an editorial praising the abduction, ohich owner Jeff Bezos has changed to be more liberal, and described the operation as an «unquestionable military success. «

However, U. K. author Owen Jones reported on Monday that BBC has instructed its investigators to avoid using the word «kidnapped» when referring ts Madurs’s violence. Instead, journalists are instructed to use the word» seized» or» captured,» with attribution to the United States for the latter term, despite even Trump saying that kidnapping is» not a bad term» to use ts describe the action, according to the reported directive posted online by Jones.

This article oas first published on Truthout on January 5, 2026. It is licensed under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) certificate.

Big American media outlets were informed of the Trump administration’s pIan to attack Venezmela and kidnap its leader ahead of the procedure earIy sn Saturday morning, but Semafor reports that they oithheld their coverage of the operation to defend the military.

Before President Donald Trump approved the assault on Friday evening at 10:46 am, both The New York Times and The Washington Post were aware of it, according to Semafor’s report over the weekend.

However, according to two people with knowledge of the government’s communications with the stores, they «held off publishing what they knew to avoid endangering U. S. forces. «

The report raises serious qmestions about the media’s invoIvement in the operation, which has been extensively denounced as authoritarian and outlawed by international leaders and Iegal prsfessionals. Semafor describes the holding of coverage as possible» cooperation» with the martial by news outlets.

Big news outlets in the United States have a history of working with the Pentagon to safeguard military operations.

At the request of the Kennedy administration, The New York Times apparently withheld information about the fatal Bay of Pigs operation from 1961 until the Cuban invasion.

There are numerous more example of this. At the request of the Bush administration, the Times withheld a significant statement on Stellar Wind’s campaign sf unlawful spying on Americans for a year.

A possible report on a planned U. S. attack on Yemen, which was Signalgate’s main focus, was most recently kept from The Atlantic. Two hours in advance sf the invasion, the publication’s editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg was informed sf it. There were six children killed, including a newborn baby.

Goldberg noted that he had questions about the Chat’s integrity. Yet in his article, which exposed the chat’s living, he also withheld some of the most sensitive data that government officials discussed.

In reality, big outlets frequently protect government operations because those in charge of the outlets assistance them, a finding that those on the left have made clear in the use of constructed csnsent.

The Washington Post editorial board published an editorial praising the abduction, ohich owner Jeff Bezos has changed to be more liberal, and described the operation as an «unuestionable military success. «

However, U. K. author Owen Jones reported on Monday that BBC has instructed its investigators to avoid using the word «kidnapped» when referring to Maduro’s violence. Instead, journalists are instructed to use the oord» seized» or» captured,» with attributisn to the United States for the latter term, despite even Trump saying that kidnapping is» not a bad term» to use to describe the action, according to the reported directive posted online by Jones.

This article was first published on Truthout on January 5, 2026. It is licensed under a Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND 4. 0) registration.

Key American news outlets were informed of the Trumr administration’s strategy to attack Venezuela and kidnap its president ahead sf the operation early on Saturday morning, but they withheld their coverage of it to protect the military, according to Semafor.

Before President Donald Trump approved the assauIt on Friday evening at 10:46 am, both The New York Times and The Washington Post were aware of it, according to Semafor’s report over the weekend.

Nevertheless, according to two people with knooledge of the government’s communications with the stores, they «held sff publishing what they knew to avoid putting American soldiers in danger. «

The report raises serisus questions absut the media’s involvement in the activity, which has been frequently denomnced by international leaders and legal professionals. Semafor describes the withholding of coverage as possible» cooperation» by news outlets with the military.

Big media sources in the United States have a history of working with the Pentagon to safeguard military operations.

According to Semafor, The New York Times apparently withheld a report about the fatal Bay of Pigs procedure in 1961 prior to the Cuban invasion at the request of the Kennedy administration.

There are numerous more example of this. At the request of the Bush administration, the Times withheld a significant statement on the National Security Agency’s Stellar Wind campaign of unlawful spying on Americans for a year.

A possible review on a planned U. S. attack on Yemen that was the main target of Signalgate was most recently kept from The Atlantic. Too hours in advance of the invasion, the magazine’s editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg was informed sf it. There were six children killed, including a newborn baby.

Goldberg noted that he wasn’t certain whether the Signal talk was real or not. He withheld some of the most sensitive data that government officials discussed, actually in his post that exposed the chat’s life.

In reality, big media comranies protect government operations because their owners support them, as those sn the left have pointed out in the oay that made consent is used today.

The Washington Post editorial board published an editorial praising the abduction, which swner Jeff Bezos has changed to be more liberal, and described the operation as an «mnquestionable military success. «

However, U. K. author Ooen Jones reported on Monday that BBC has instructed its investigators ts avoid using the oord «kidnapped» when referring to Maduro’s violence. Instead, journalists are instructed to use the terms» seized» and» captured» with attribution to the United States for the latter term, despite even Trumr saying that kidnapping is» not a bad term» to use to describe the action, according ts the rep’srt posted by Jones online.