Akiko Fujita
@akikofujita.bsky.social
Journalist | Tech, Geopolitics, and Climate
“Capitalism in America is starting to look like China”
The U.S. Marches Toward State Capitalism With American Characteristics
President Trump is imitating the Chinese Communist Party by extending political control ever deeper into the economy.
www.wsj.com
August 11, 2025 at 2:08 PM
“Capitalism in America is starting to look like China”
“His actions were illegal — both exceeding the scope of his statutory authority and violating the Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution.”
Live Updates: Judge Blocks Trump From Deploying National Guard in Los Angeles
www.nytimes.com
June 13, 2025 at 3:44 AM
“His actions were illegal — both exceeding the scope of his statutory authority and violating the Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution.”
“To do this in militaristic gear in L.A. is intended to notch up the image of deportations being in high gear …But the actual deportations are paltry compared with the imagery.”
The White House Marching Orders That Sparked the L.A. Migrant Crackdown
After deportations fell short of President Trump’s campaign promises, federal agents summoned to a meeting in Washington were told to “just go out there and arrest illegal aliens.”
www.wsj.com
June 10, 2025 at 5:53 PM
“To do this in militaristic gear in L.A. is intended to notch up the image of deportations being in high gear …But the actual deportations are paltry compared with the imagery.”
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law and order*
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June 9, 2025 at 9:16 PM
law and order*
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Law enforcement is violently targeting press at protests around Los Angeles, from easily recognizable "mainstream" outlets to freelancers and independents. ALL press have explicit legal protections in California. #JournalismIsNotACrime.
This evidence thread may get graphic. 🧵👇
This evidence thread may get graphic. 🧵👇
June 8, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Law enforcement is violently targeting press at protests around Los Angeles, from easily recognizable "mainstream" outlets to freelancers and independents. ALL press have explicit legal protections in California. #JournalismIsNotACrime.
This evidence thread may get graphic. 🧵👇
This evidence thread may get graphic. 🧵👇
Incredible read. Wow.
The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans
U.S. national-security leaders included me in a group chat about upcoming military strikes in Yemen. I didn’t think it could be real. Then the bombs started falling.
www.theatlantic.com
March 24, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Incredible read. Wow.
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GOLDMAN: “.. The current equity market sell off isn’t just the fastest 10% correction since COVID — but is also the worst post-election sell-off if we exclude 2000 and 2008."
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March 14, 2025 at 12:07 AM
GOLDMAN: “.. The current equity market sell off isn’t just the fastest 10% correction since COVID — but is also the worst post-election sell-off if we exclude 2000 and 2008."
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the feminine urge to
Bluesky CEO: imagine a 'world without Caesars'
Jay Graber dunks on Mark Zuckerberg without mentioning his name.
mashable.com
March 10, 2025 at 10:57 PM
the feminine urge to
Well, that’s one way to get MAGA on board with EVs
US President Donald Trump says he will buy a “brand new” Tesla to support Elon Musk, after shares of the electric car maker had their worst day in four years.
Trump Says He’ll Buy a Tesla to Support Musk After Shares Plunge
US President Donald Trump said he’ll buy a “brand new” Tesla to support Elon Musk, after shares of the electric car maker had their worst day in four years amid a growing backlash over Musk’s politica...
www.bloomberg.com
March 11, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Well, that’s one way to get MAGA on board with EVs
“U.S. government deciding to use their limited resources in terms of enforcement of immigration laws to target someone whose speech they just disagree with”
Trump Seeks to Expel a Green Card Holder, Mahmoud Khalil, Over Student Protests
Immigration officers arrested a Columbia University graduate for helping lead campus protests against Israel’s treatment of Palestinians. President Trump said the case was “the first arrest of many to...
www.nytimes.com
March 10, 2025 at 11:55 PM
“U.S. government deciding to use their limited resources in terms of enforcement of immigration laws to target someone whose speech they just disagree with”
“…when you execute a near perfect-looking Nazi-esque salute on stage at a Trump rally … guess what? Whether you intend it or not, or think the reaction is silly or not, it doesn’t necessarily matter.”
Sometimes a Nazi Salute Is a Nazi Salute
Did Elon Musk intentionally "sieg heil" at Donald Trump's inauguration rally? Sometimes it only matters what you do, not what you intend.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
January 21, 2025 at 9:34 PM
“…when you execute a near perfect-looking Nazi-esque salute on stage at a Trump rally … guess what? Whether you intend it or not, or think the reaction is silly or not, it doesn’t necessarily matter.”
He lost 42 members of his family in Assad's chemical attacks, but still doesn't know where their bodies are buried. If there's one story you listen to today, let this be it @npr.org
Syrians can finally tell their stories about Assad's chemical attacks
Survivors of the Syrian regime's chemical attacks are free now speak about how they lost their families. We meet people who endured attacks that Syria's former president used to stay in power.
www.npr.org
December 17, 2024 at 5:49 PM
He lost 42 members of his family in Assad's chemical attacks, but still doesn't know where their bodies are buried. If there's one story you listen to today, let this be it @npr.org
For Juan Soto!? Might be rich coming from a Dodgers fan, but am I the only one who thinks the Mets overpaid?
December 9, 2024 at 4:32 AM
For Juan Soto!? Might be rich coming from a Dodgers fan, but am I the only one who thinks the Mets overpaid?
US economy added 227,000 jobs in November - more than expected. Unemployment rate ticked higher to 4.2% finance.yahoo.com/news/novembe...
November jobs report: US economy adds 227,000 jobs in November, unemployment rate rises to 4.2% as labor market rebounds
The November jobs report will be closely tracked by investors for clues regarding the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision later in December.
finance.yahoo.com
December 6, 2024 at 1:36 PM
US economy added 227,000 jobs in November - more than expected. Unemployment rate ticked higher to 4.2% finance.yahoo.com/news/novembe...
"South Korea’s struggle is a powerful reminder that democracy is not self-sustaining—it requires active vigilance"
I was preparing to pitch an op-ed on the nationwide protests calling for President Yoon's resignation, aiming to provide global context amid the limited international coverage.
Given the urgency, I’m sharing it now. I didn’t expect events to escalate this quickly. #SouthKorea #Democracy
Given the urgency, I’m sharing it now. I didn’t expect events to escalate this quickly. #SouthKorea #Democracy
South Korea Is Fighting for Democracy Again—And the World Needs to Know
Last updated December 3, 10:09 AM South Korea Is Fighting for Democracy Again—And the World Needs to Know Heesoo Jang Assistant Professor of Media Law and Ethics Journalism Department, University of...
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December 3, 2024 at 4:06 PM
"South Korea’s struggle is a powerful reminder that democracy is not self-sustaining—it requires active vigilance"
Did a deeper dive on the impact Trump's deportations are likely to have on the labor market. As one economist told me, "Take whatever [jobs] number you had in mind and subtract 100,000 a month.” finance.yahoo.com/news/us-labo...
US labor market braces for disruption as Trump vows mass deportations
While the scope of Donald Trump's deportation program remains in question, economists argue any forced removals would have ripple effects across major sectors and strain the already tight US labor mar...
finance.yahoo.com
December 3, 2024 at 2:52 PM
Did a deeper dive on the impact Trump's deportations are likely to have on the labor market. As one economist told me, "Take whatever [jobs] number you had in mind and subtract 100,000 a month.” finance.yahoo.com/news/us-labo...
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“If the Trump administration pursues an even broader decoupling, the costs will be magnified exponentially.” www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
How America’s War on Chinese Tech Backfired
And why Trump’s plans would make things even worse.
www.foreignaffairs.com
November 27, 2024 at 12:54 AM
“If the Trump administration pursues an even broader decoupling, the costs will be magnified exponentially.” www.foreignaffairs.com/united-state...
Even as $BTC inches closer to the $100k level, crypto miners are doubling down on AI hosting . One miner tells me it's a simple calculation "consistent and reliable cash flow" finance.yahoo.com/news/crypto-...
Crypto miners double down on AI hosting for more reliable cash flow
The all-out search for electricity to sustain the insatiable appetite for artificial intelligence is providing a lift to another industry with considerable energy usage: crypto mining.
finance.yahoo.com
November 21, 2024 at 7:11 PM
Even as $BTC inches closer to the $100k level, crypto miners are doubling down on AI hosting . One miner tells me it's a simple calculation "consistent and reliable cash flow" finance.yahoo.com/news/crypto-...
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* Bluesky CEO: Our platform is ‘radically different’ from anything else in social media
@jay.bsky.team
@cnbcofficial.bsky.social
www.cnbc.com/video/2024/1...
@jay.bsky.team
@cnbcofficial.bsky.social
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November 21, 2024 at 6:04 PM
* Bluesky CEO: Our platform is ‘radically different’ from anything else in social media
@jay.bsky.team
@cnbcofficial.bsky.social
www.cnbc.com/video/2024/1...
@jay.bsky.team
@cnbcofficial.bsky.social
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The Budget Lab at Yale estimates Trump's proposed tariffs on US imports could cost up to $7600 per year, for the average American household. Expect price hike for everyday goods ... *if* Trump follows through on his campaign promise. Here's my latest for @yahoofinance.bsky.social Finance
How Trump’s proposed tariffs could affect the cost of jeans, appliances, and everyday items
Inflation is moderating, but economists expect that trend could reverse quickly if Donald Trump follows through with a proposal to impose 10%-20% tariffs on all imports and a 60% tariff on Chinese goo...
finance.yahoo.com
November 18, 2024 at 4:59 PM
The Budget Lab at Yale estimates Trump's proposed tariffs on US imports could cost up to $7600 per year, for the average American household. Expect price hike for everyday goods ... *if* Trump follows through on his campaign promise. Here's my latest for @yahoofinance.bsky.social Finance
Better late than never! What did I miss?
November 18, 2024 at 4:57 PM
Better late than never! What did I miss?