Jay Nishimura
@1menehune.bsky.social
Retired Air Force, Avionics. Defense contractor. Native Hawaiian, Political Independent centrist, former life-long Republican. Science, Sci-Fi & history enthusiast.
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This is assault
This is assault
Pepper-Sprayed While Pinned Down: A Searing Scene Provokes Outrage
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January 24, 2026 at 8:23 AM
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This is assault
This is assault
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Breaking NYT:
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
F.B.I. Agent Who Tried to Investigate ICE Officer in Shooting Resigns
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January 23, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Breaking NYT:
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
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in case you're curious about how angry Minnesota is about ICE, it was -20 today
January 24, 2026 at 12:38 AM
in case you're curious about how angry Minnesota is about ICE, it was -20 today
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The DOJ is now a taxpayer funded, political weapon
The DOJ is now a taxpayer funded, political weapon
F.B.I. Agent Who Tried to Investigate ICE Officer in Shooting Resigns
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January 24, 2026 at 8:21 AM
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The DOJ is now a taxpayer funded, political weapon
The DOJ is now a taxpayer funded, political weapon
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The secret to making your resolutions stick is making them more fun.
As you contemplate your resolutions for 2026, here are some tips from experts to set yourself up for success:
As you contemplate your resolutions for 2026, here are some tips from experts to set yourself up for success:
3 science-backed tips for making New Year’s resolutions more fun
You may think that you just need to work harder to reach your goals — but research shows you’re more likely to stick with good habits if they’re enjoyable.
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January 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The secret to making your resolutions stick is making them more fun.
As you contemplate your resolutions for 2026, here are some tips from experts to set yourself up for success:
As you contemplate your resolutions for 2026, here are some tips from experts to set yourself up for success:
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Are there any Republicans that are concerned that this is just as legal as Russia's invasion of Ukraine?
Or that China is now thinking that invading Taiwan should now be fine, and just as legal as actions by the U.S.?
Are there any Republicans that are concerned that this is just as legal as Russia's invasion of Ukraine?
Or that China is now thinking that invading Taiwan should now be fine, and just as legal as actions by the U.S.?
Trump says 'we are going to run the country now' after removing Venezuela's president
President Trump says the United States conducted a strike in Venezuela and captured that country's president, Nicolás Maduro along with his wife, Cilia Flores.
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January 3, 2026 at 7:14 PM
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Are there any Republicans that are concerned that this is just as legal as Russia's invasion of Ukraine?
Or that China is now thinking that invading Taiwan should now be fine, and just as legal as actions by the U.S.?
Are there any Republicans that are concerned that this is just as legal as Russia's invasion of Ukraine?
Or that China is now thinking that invading Taiwan should now be fine, and just as legal as actions by the U.S.?
Kennedy Center’s Christmas Eve Jazz Show Canceled After Trump Name Added to Building
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December 25, 2025 at 10:17 PM
It's sad/funny how quickly we went from:
"Disobeying an illegal order is a just a ridiculous hypothetical!"
To: Is it a war crime when we're not at war? Or is that just murder?
"Disobeying an illegal order is a just a ridiculous hypothetical!"
To: Is it a war crime when we're not at war? Or is that just murder?
December 4, 2025 at 6:24 AM
It's sad/funny how quickly we went from:
"Disobeying an illegal order is a just a ridiculous hypothetical!"
To: Is it a war crime when we're not at war? Or is that just murder?
"Disobeying an illegal order is a just a ridiculous hypothetical!"
To: Is it a war crime when we're not at war? Or is that just murder?
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This is a petition to auto manufacturers to keep mechanical door latches that will still function after a crash when the electrical system may have failed.
Imagine being trapped in a burning vehicle with electronic door latches that are off-line.
This is a petition to auto manufacturers to keep mechanical door latches that will still function after a crash when the electrical system may have failed.
Imagine being trapped in a burning vehicle with electronic door latches that are off-line.
Make sure I can open my car door in an emergency!
Join Consumer Reports in calling on automakers to make electronic door handles safer!
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December 3, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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This is a petition to auto manufacturers to keep mechanical door latches that will still function after a crash when the electrical system may have failed.
Imagine being trapped in a burning vehicle with electronic door latches that are off-line.
This is a petition to auto manufacturers to keep mechanical door latches that will still function after a crash when the electrical system may have failed.
Imagine being trapped in a burning vehicle with electronic door latches that are off-line.
Trump Dismisses Journalist’s Murder While Praising Saudi Crown Prince
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November 19, 2025 at 4:23 AM
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In shithole countries, you are warned not to run because you will be shot or arrested.
tRump is trying to make America into a shithole country where you are guilty until proven innocent.
In shithole countries, you are warned not to run because you will be shot or arrested.
tRump is trying to make America into a shithole country where you are guilty until proven innocent.
ICE Is Cracking Down on Chicago. Some Chicagoans Are Fighting Back.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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In shithole countries, you are warned not to run because you will be shot or arrested.
tRump is trying to make America into a shithole country where you are guilty until proven innocent.
In shithole countries, you are warned not to run because you will be shot or arrested.
tRump is trying to make America into a shithole country where you are guilty until proven innocent.
Inside Hegseth’s Effort to Limit Press Access at the Pentagon www.nytimes.com/2025/10/10/b...
From "the most transparent administration?"
From "the most transparent administration?"
Inside Hegseth’s Effort to Limit Press Access at the Pentagon
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October 10, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Inside Hegseth’s Effort to Limit Press Access at the Pentagon www.nytimes.com/2025/10/10/b...
From "the most transparent administration?"
From "the most transparent administration?"
Alaska Seized a $95,000 Plane Over Illicit Cargo: A Six-Pack of Beer
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September 30, 2025 at 9:04 PM
The arrest, illegal detention, and violation of the civil rights of a citizen veteran, are predictable, given that there are no repurcussions for ICE agents breaking the law.
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A U.S. Citizen Detained by ICE for Three Days Tells His Story
A conversation with George Retes, an Army veteran swept up in a California raid
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September 14, 2025 at 7:34 AM
The arrest, illegal detention, and violation of the civil rights of a citizen veteran, are predictable, given that there are no repurcussions for ICE agents breaking the law.
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State of Fake Permanent Emergency.
TFG has found the unethical cheat code of successfully exceeding his lawful authority.
State of Fake Permanent Emergency.
TFG has found the unethical cheat code of successfully exceeding his lawful authority.
State of Permanent Fake Emergency
Today, the structure of law granting exceptional emergency powers is a grave threat to democracy and an avenue toward authoritarian rule.
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September 5, 2025 at 6:43 AM
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State of Fake Permanent Emergency.
TFG has found the unethical cheat code of successfully exceeding his lawful authority.
State of Fake Permanent Emergency.
TFG has found the unethical cheat code of successfully exceeding his lawful authority.
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The IDSA calls for Kennedy's resignation.
"If we stay silent, preventable diseases will return- as we saw with the largest measles's outbreak in 30 years, which tragically killed two children. If we act, we can still prevail".
-Susan Monarez
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"If we stay silent, preventable diseases will return- as we saw with the largest measles's outbreak in 30 years, which tragically killed two children. If we act, we can still prevail".
-Susan Monarez
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Joint statement calling for Secretary Kennedy resignation
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September 4, 2025 at 11:19 PM
The IDSA calls for Kennedy's resignation.
"If we stay silent, preventable diseases will return- as we saw with the largest measles's outbreak in 30 years, which tragically killed two children. If we act, we can still prevail".
-Susan Monarez
🧪 www.idsociety.org/news--public...
"If we stay silent, preventable diseases will return- as we saw with the largest measles's outbreak in 30 years, which tragically killed two children. If we act, we can still prevail".
-Susan Monarez
🧪 www.idsociety.org/news--public...
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August 16, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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We are in a technology arms race with China.
With TFG making war on American Universities where a great deal of our new technologies are developed, how long before we are surpassed?
With TFG making war on American Universities where a great deal of our new technologies are developed, how long before we are surpassed?
New Chinese military technology could defeat Trump's "Golden Dome"
The next-gen stealth material has reportedly shown potential against both infrared and radar surveillance systems.
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August 5, 2025 at 5:27 AM
We are in a technology arms race with China.
With TFG making war on American Universities where a great deal of our new technologies are developed, how long before we are surpassed?
With TFG making war on American Universities where a great deal of our new technologies are developed, how long before we are surpassed?
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Obama swung back at Trump in a rare response to unfounded accusations:
"Our office does not normally dignify the constant nonsense and misinformation flowing out of this White House with a response...But these claims are outrageous enough to merit one."
"Our office does not normally dignify the constant nonsense and misinformation flowing out of this White House with a response...But these claims are outrageous enough to merit one."
Obama rebukes Trump's accusations in rare response
"These bizarre allegations are ridiculous," a spokesperson for Obama said.
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July 22, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Obama swung back at Trump in a rare response to unfounded accusations:
"Our office does not normally dignify the constant nonsense and misinformation flowing out of this White House with a response...But these claims are outrageous enough to merit one."
"Our office does not normally dignify the constant nonsense and misinformation flowing out of this White House with a response...But these claims are outrageous enough to merit one."
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“When the Executive publicly announces its intent to break the law, and then executes on that promise, it is the Judiciary’s duty to check that lawlessness, not expedite it.”
-Justice Sonia Sotomayor
-Justice Sonia Sotomayor
July 15, 2025 at 10:01 PM
“When the Executive publicly announces its intent to break the law, and then executes on that promise, it is the Judiciary’s duty to check that lawlessness, not expedite it.”
-Justice Sonia Sotomayor
-Justice Sonia Sotomayor