The Hound 8/15

Hi there,

It’s Friday. Today we’re talking about Trump’s plan to forcibly remove unhoused people from Washington, D.C., Republican racial gerrymandering targeting communities of color, and more.

We’re also tracking how right-wing media is spreading fear about Social Security. A Newsmax host recently claimed the program is “bankrupting” America—an alarmist, false narrative that undermines support for a benefit millions rely on.

🖊️ Add your name to demand that media outlets stop smearing Social Security and start reporting the truth.

Read about this, and more, with today’s stories:

Trump's purge of Washington's homeless encampments escalates (NPR)

Republican Gerrymandering Schemes Target Minority Voters and Their Representatives (Mother Jones)

Union-Buster in Chief (The American Prospect)

Trump’s meeting with Putin could determine the trajectory of the Russia-Ukraine war (AP)

Barack Obama praises Texas Democrats as state legislature moves to end special session without passing new electoral maps (The Guardian)

ICE Adds Random Person to Group Chat, Exposes Details of Manhunt in Real-Time (404 Media)

Until next time,

Harry from The Hound

P.S. We’re always looking for new independent and progressive media sources to spotlight in our roundups. If there’s an outlet you think would be a great addition, reply to this email with your recommendation. We’d love to hear from you!