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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 6d

On October 18th, millions of us are rising again to show the world: America has no kings, and the power belongs to the people. Find or Register for an event near you:

No Kings

As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power belongs to the people.

www.nokings.org

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 1d

New focus group finds Americans deeply pessimistic about U.S. health care — cost, access, and transparency all major concerns. They’re turning to AI, social media & alternative sources for answers. #MAHA #Health #HealthCareReform

Focus Group Report: MAHA Curious - Navigator

Focus Groups report on “MAHA-Curious” Americans* on the state of the health and wellness in the country today, including where they look to for information and how they assess the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) movement.

navigatorresearch.org

Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 1d

Holiday shopping is kicking off early — but with inflation and Trump’s tariffs squeezing prices, deals may not be what they used to be.

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 1d

Trump’s shutdown playbook: redirecting tariffs, cutting WIC, and squeezing farmers to mask a funding crisis.

Analysis: How Trump uses federal cash that’s not his to spend to pursue his questionable goals | CNN Politics

Donald Trump seems to view federal funds like a personal presidential piggy bank.

www.cnn.com

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 1d

Trump may tap funds from other agencies to keep troops paid during a government shutdown, White House officials say.

Trump could shift funds to pay troops, White House officials say

GOP congressional leaders are resisting standalone military pay legislation, fearing it will take pressure off Democrats.

www.politico.com

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 2d

Healthcare premiums will more than double in 2026 if the GOP have their way

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 2d

Release the files!

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 2d

The Trump administration has ended federal support for SOAR, a program that helped disabled Americans access SSI and prevent homelessness. Without the $2.6 million in annual funding, states are now expected to shoulder the burden, despite many lacking the resources.

Trump administration ends support for disabled Americans facing homelessness

The cutback is the latest in a series of hits to the poorest Americans from the White House.

www.axios.com

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 2d

In case you need a friendly reminder of who's at fault for the government shutdown

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 3d

Trump just broke a long-standing tradition: his administration says that there's no guarantee of back pay for federal workers during the government shutdown. Add it to the list with other things that he's broken, like the economy, our democracy, etc.

Trump administration threatens no back pay for federal workers in shutdown

President Donald Trump’s administration is warning of no guaranteed back pay for federal workers during a shutdown.

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 3d

Battleground voters report feeling the squeeze at the grocery store — 69% say tariffs have raised costs, and 54% blame Trump’s policies for worsening prices.

Feeling the pressure of rising grocery costs Battleground voters lay the blame on Trump and Republicans in Congress - Navigator

Polling report on perceptions of tariffs in the House battleground.

navigatorresearch.org

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 4d

NEW: News about the government shutdown is breaking though to more Americans — 75% say they’ve heard at least some about it, a 35-point increase from last month.

Check out our latest report👇
navigatorresearch.org/government-s...

Government shutdown: a guide for advocates

Polling report on awareness of and blame for the government shutdown.

navigatorresearch.org

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 4d

Read the full report👇
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Government shutdown: a guide for advocates

Polling report on awareness of and blame for the government shutdown.

navigatorresearch.org

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 4d

ICYMI: When it comes to the government shutdown, Americans are clear on who’s to blame — and it’s not congressional Democrats:

🔴45% Trump and Republicans in Congress
🔵32% Democrats in Congress

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 3d

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Focus Group Report: MAHA Curious

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 3d

From deep pessimism about the cost of health care to growing concern over dyes and chemicals in food, MAHA-curious Americans are questioning what’s healthy.

We explored where they turn for information and how they see the “Make America Healthy Again” movement.

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NextGen America @nextgenamerica.bsky.social · 4d

🙄 Says the guy who:

• Kicked 12 million Americans off their health care to pay for billionaire tax cuts
• Defunded rural hospitals
• Defunded Planned Parenthood
• Shut down the government to let insurance costs double for millions of Americans

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NextGen America @nextgenamerica.bsky.social · 4d

Republicans are saying the quiet part out loud.

They want the health care tax cuts to expire so millions of Americans' insurance payments rise next year.

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NextGen America @nextgenamerica.bsky.social · 4d

America is bleeding manufacturing jobs – because of Trump’s ridiculous tariffs. www.cbsnews.com/news/jobs-ma...

The U.S. is losing thousands of manufacturing jobs, analysis finds

Uncertainty over U.S. tariffs and other Trump administration economic policies are deterring manufacturers from hiring, according to the Center for American Progress.

www.cbsnews.com

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NextGen America @nextgenamerica.bsky.social · 4d

Ikea says Trump’s tariffs will likely force them to raise prices.

Trump promised to lower costs for Americans.

He has broken his promise. www.newsweek.com/ikea-respond...

Ikea responds to Trump’s furniture tariffs

The Swedish company said it hopes to keep prices low but that the new duties make this "more difficult."

www.newsweek.com

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 3d

Groceries keep getting more expensive — milk, bread, eggs, you name it. Families are paying more for less every week, and it’s clear the cost of living isn’t easing up for anyone. 🛒💸

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 3d

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene breaks with her party over Obamacare — warns that expiring ACA subsidies could double premiums for millions.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene breaks with the GOP on Obamacare, calling to avoid premium hikes

Greene said she's "not a fan" of Obamacare but complained that her "own adult children’s insurance premiums for 2026 are going to DOUBLE" if Congress ignores the issue.

www.nbcnews.com

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 4d

Trump is set to impose tariffs on pharmaceuticals, trucks, furniture and more starting Oct. 1 — even as core inflation holds at 2.9%. The move risks pushing up costs for consumers. www.washingtonpost.c...

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 4d

“Trump claimed in his UN speech he’s ended “seven unendable wars,” slammed climate policies as a “con job,” and warned Europe its countries are “going to hell.” Fact‐checkers found multiple false or misleading statements.

Fact check: Trump litters UN speech with false claims about climate, inflation, immigration and world peace | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump’s speech to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday was littered with numerous false claims, many of which have been debunked before.

www.cnn.com

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Fight for Progress @fightforprogress.org · 4d

Trump faces a new poll warning: 51% now say the U.S. economy is “weak” — just 49% say it’s “strong.” His policies? 58% say tariffs are hurting the economy; 56% say he’s losing the fight vs inflation.

Donald Trump suffers polling alarm over ‘weak’ economy

A recent poll found many Americans see Trump's policies as exacerbating inflation and worsening their financial outlook.

www.newsweek.com

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NextGen America @nextgenamerica.bsky.social · 6d

82% of independents and a majority of Republicans want to extend the health care tax cuts that help millions of Americans get health insurance.

But Republicans in Washington are willing to shut down the government to let these tax cuts die.

Disgraceful.

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