As the Trump administration deepens its involvement in Venezuela, critics warn the US is slipping back into an old pattern of intervention in Latin America. Few places better illustrate what can follow than the history of the Panama Canal. Shortly after returning to office, President Donald Trump said the US would be “reclaiming” the Panama […]
by Michelle Griffith, Minnesota Reformer January 21, 2026 Friday is “ICE Out of Minnesota: Day of Truth & Freedom,” a general strike supported by Minnesota’s unions, progressive faith leaders, Democratic lawmakers and community activists. The “ICE Out” day proponents are encouraging all Minnesotans to stay home from work, school and refrain from shopping — suspensions […]