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Texas’ Anti-Mask Governor Has COVID Now
The governor, who fought mask mandates, was one of the first Texans to get vaccinated.
Alberta (!) Is North America’s COVID Hotspot Now
A small town hosts a packed rodeo while Alberta sets new case records and Premier Jason Kenney suspends legislature.
The Militia That Allegedly Plotted to Kidnap Gov. Whitmer Had a Massive Stockpile of Weapons
The men considered a “Plan B” and “Plan C” if the kidnapping didn’t work out, including storming the statehouse and holding televised executions of lawmakers.
Armed Anti-Lockdown Protesters Just Tried to Storm Oregon's State Capitol
Some of the protesters were able to enter the building, and were seen on video walking around heavily armed.
Texas Mayor Told Residents to 'Stay Home' After Taking Private Jet to Cabo
"This is not the time to relax.”
Trump’s Favorite Coronavirus Adviser Just Urged People to ‘Rise Up’ Against Restrictions
He singled out Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who has already been the target of one violent far-right group.
FBI Uncovers Massive Militia Plot to Kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
Thirteen men, including members of the "Wolverine Watchmen," are accused of plotting to kidnap the Democratic governor from her vacation home.
Wisconsin's Bar Scene Sure Looks Popping
Just minutes after the Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down Gov. Tony Evers' lockdown, patrons were pounding down pints.
The Trump Administration Is Backing a Virginia Evangelical Church That Held a Service During Lockdown
The DOJ also supported a Mississippi church suing the city of Greenville, Alabama, over coronavirus restrictions.
Brazil's President Is Out With Another Super-Bad Coronavirus Take: Soccer Players Can't Die From It
Bolsonaro, who has ignored social distancing and mask recommendations, says it's time to restart the country's soccer leagues.
Domestic Violence, Child Marriage, and Genital Mutilation: Coronavirus Could Be a Catastrophe for Women
A U.N. analysis predicts a "calamitous" increase in violence against women, as well as unwanted pregnancies and child marriages.
Chile's Going Ahead with the Coronavirus 'Release Certificates' the WHO Warned Against
An official stressed the planned COVID-19 cards would not certify immunity — despite the country’s top health official having previously pitched the scheme in those terms.