GripNoir
@gripnoir.bsky.social
Grip, a talking raven, lived at the Dickens' home and inspired a secondary character in "Barnaby Rudge" as an exuberant force for discernment. Me? Happy amateur pianist, healthcare advocate, and retired accountant.
Pinned
GripNoir
@gripnoir.bsky.social
· Feb 2
We must be calm, courageous, and persistent. Only a carefully considered plan will circumvent this administration.
Reposted by GripNoir
💖 Rare pink grasshopper discovered during annual Mackenzie Basin survey www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
Rare pink grasshopper discovered during annual Mackenzie Basin survey
The unusual colouring makes the species particularly stand out to predators.
www.rnz.co.nz
November 18, 2025 at 3:59 AM
💖 Rare pink grasshopper discovered during annual Mackenzie Basin survey www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...
Reposted by GripNoir
The use of terror is not a byproduct of Trumpian politics: it is central to how he governs.
(Politico) - An Indiana Senate Republican who President Donald Trump called out in a Truth Social post Sunday for not backing the White House’s plan to draw new congressional maps was later targeted by a swatting, according to local authorities.
@politico.com
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
@politico.com
www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
November 17, 2025 at 2:15 AM
The use of terror is not a byproduct of Trumpian politics: it is central to how he governs.
Reposted by GripNoir
With 🧊 in Charlotte, we will be posting as many resources as we can find to help anyone in Charlotte as well as what we need to know across the state.
Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline that you can call especially if you are in Charlotte. They will verify that it is 🧊 and will notify.
Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline that you can call especially if you are in Charlotte. They will verify that it is 🧊 and will notify.
November 16, 2025 at 4:44 AM
With 🧊 in Charlotte, we will be posting as many resources as we can find to help anyone in Charlotte as well as what we need to know across the state.
Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline that you can call especially if you are in Charlotte. They will verify that it is 🧊 and will notify.
Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline that you can call especially if you are in Charlotte. They will verify that it is 🧊 and will notify.
Reposted by GripNoir
Updating with Mutual aid: See 🧊 in Charlotte?
1- report to mutual aid groups. Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline: 704-740-7737 and Siembra NC: hotline at 336-543-0353
2- Video everything, including license plates
3- report to national databases:
www.stopice.net/platetracker...
icelist.is
1- report to mutual aid groups. Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline: 704-740-7737 and Siembra NC: hotline at 336-543-0353
2- Video everything, including license plates
3- report to national databases:
www.stopice.net/platetracker...
icelist.is
www.stopice.net
November 16, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Updating with Mutual aid: See 🧊 in Charlotte?
1- report to mutual aid groups. Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline: 704-740-7737 and Siembra NC: hotline at 336-543-0353
2- Video everything, including license plates
3- report to national databases:
www.stopice.net/platetracker...
icelist.is
1- report to mutual aid groups. Carolina Migrant Network has a hotline: 704-740-7737 and Siembra NC: hotline at 336-543-0353
2- Video everything, including license plates
3- report to national databases:
www.stopice.net/platetracker...
icelist.is
Reposted by GripNoir
Leaving Chicago tomorrow and following Bovino to Charlotte on Thursday. If you’re in the area and have any leads on finding CBP/ICE/DHS, dm me for my number.
November 16, 2025 at 4:43 AM
Leaving Chicago tomorrow and following Bovino to Charlotte on Thursday. If you’re in the area and have any leads on finding CBP/ICE/DHS, dm me for my number.
Reposted by GripNoir
Not for nothing, all my Chicago group chats are asking how to help Charlotte.
Another video from Charlotte, NC. Property owners scare off federal agents after they question a man putting up Christmas lights.
November 16, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Not for nothing, all my Chicago group chats are asking how to help Charlotte.
Reposted by GripNoir
How a lone submission by a Georgetown Law Professor Might Defeat the Administration in Trump v. Illinois
The Little Amicus Brief That Could
How a lone submission by a Georgetown Law Professor Might Defeat the Administration in Trump v. Illinois
harrylitman.substack.com
November 13, 2025 at 6:51 PM
How a lone submission by a Georgetown Law Professor Might Defeat the Administration in Trump v. Illinois
Reposted by GripNoir
"Let's stand together against the lies of climate deniers who manipulate facts for their own gain. It's time to prioritize our planet's health over personal interests. Like, comment, and repost to spread awareness! #ClimateChange #SaveOurPlanet"
November 15, 2025 at 6:03 AM
"Let's stand together against the lies of climate deniers who manipulate facts for their own gain. It's time to prioritize our planet's health over personal interests. Like, comment, and repost to spread awareness! #ClimateChange #SaveOurPlanet"
Reposted by GripNoir
New: Google has chosen a side in Trump's mass deportation campaign. Google is hosting a CBP facial recognition app to hunt immigrants; no indication Google will remove. At same time Google takes down apps for reporting ICE sightings
“Big tech has made their choice”
www.404media.co/google-has-c...
“Big tech has made their choice”
www.404media.co/google-has-c...
Google Has Chosen a Side in Trump's Mass Deportation Effort
Google is hosting a CBP app that uses facial recognition to identify immigrants, while simultaneously removing apps that report the location of ICE officials because Google sees ICE as a vulnerable gr...
www.404media.co
November 13, 2025 at 2:11 PM
New: Google has chosen a side in Trump's mass deportation campaign. Google is hosting a CBP facial recognition app to hunt immigrants; no indication Google will remove. At same time Google takes down apps for reporting ICE sightings
“Big tech has made their choice”
www.404media.co/google-has-c...
“Big tech has made their choice”
www.404media.co/google-has-c...
Reposted by GripNoir
🌟 Transgender Awareness Week: Nov 13–19 🌟
We honor the strength and visibility of San Francisco’s transgender and gender-diverse community.
💙 Through Gender Health SF, @sfpublichealth.bsky.social connects adults with affirming care, surgery access, and community support.
We honor the strength and visibility of San Francisco’s transgender and gender-diverse community.
💙 Through Gender Health SF, @sfpublichealth.bsky.social connects adults with affirming care, surgery access, and community support.
November 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
🌟 Transgender Awareness Week: Nov 13–19 🌟
We honor the strength and visibility of San Francisco’s transgender and gender-diverse community.
💙 Through Gender Health SF, @sfpublichealth.bsky.social connects adults with affirming care, surgery access, and community support.
We honor the strength and visibility of San Francisco’s transgender and gender-diverse community.
💙 Through Gender Health SF, @sfpublichealth.bsky.social connects adults with affirming care, surgery access, and community support.
Reposted by GripNoir
...compared to the alternative, it sure looks like Justice Jackson's intervention on Friday accomplished as much as it possibly could have given the limitations she faced. Lots of folks were surprised she didn't just force the majority's hand Friday night; I think her moves make even more sense now.
November 12, 2025 at 12:58 AM
...compared to the alternative, it sure looks like Justice Jackson's intervention on Friday accomplished as much as it possibly could have given the limitations she faced. Lots of folks were surprised she didn't just force the majority's hand Friday night; I think her moves make even more sense now.
Reposted by GripNoir
Indeed, the text of the order doesn’t include the usual “and by her referred to the Court.” So Jackson clearly got overruled here.
November 11, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Indeed, the text of the order doesn’t include the usual “and by her referred to the Court.” So Jackson clearly got overruled here.
Reposted by GripNoir
To be clear about this, Bovino is "Commander at Large."
The other dude, whom I've included for fun, is a spoof of Bovino.
The other dude, whom I've included for fun, is a spoof of Bovino.
November 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
To be clear about this, Bovino is "Commander at Large."
The other dude, whom I've included for fun, is a spoof of Bovino.
The other dude, whom I've included for fun, is a spoof of Bovino.
Reposted by GripNoir
Excited about the election wins last week? Mad about Republicans kicking people off their health care? Ready to take action with less than a year until the midterms?
Join us for a rally in San Antonio. Friday at 6:30. First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio.
Sign up: PoweredXPeople.org
Join us for a rally in San Antonio. Friday at 6:30. First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio.
Sign up: PoweredXPeople.org
November 12, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Excited about the election wins last week? Mad about Republicans kicking people off their health care? Ready to take action with less than a year until the midterms?
Join us for a rally in San Antonio. Friday at 6:30. First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio.
Sign up: PoweredXPeople.org
Join us for a rally in San Antonio. Friday at 6:30. First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio.
Sign up: PoweredXPeople.org
Reposted by GripNoir
When families say they don’t know how they will afford life if Republicans jack up their health care costs, THIS is what they mean.
These are the prices that many families in Wisconsin will be forced to pay to get health care. This is what Republicans are OK with.
These are the prices that many families in Wisconsin will be forced to pay to get health care. This is what Republicans are OK with.
November 1, 2025 at 11:30 PM
When families say they don’t know how they will afford life if Republicans jack up their health care costs, THIS is what they mean.
These are the prices that many families in Wisconsin will be forced to pay to get health care. This is what Republicans are OK with.
These are the prices that many families in Wisconsin will be forced to pay to get health care. This is what Republicans are OK with.
Reposted by GripNoir
Anti-ICE protesters held an 80’s-themed yoga class outside the Portland ICE facility.
November 10, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Anti-ICE protesters held an 80’s-themed yoga class outside the Portland ICE facility.
Aileen Cannon ordered by appellate court to promptly rule in Trump Classified Documents Case #mandamus
Appeals Court Finds Undue Delay, Orders Prompt Ruling in Trump Classified Documents Case
knightcolumbia.org
November 12, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Aileen Cannon ordered by appellate court to promptly rule in Trump Classified Documents Case #mandamus
Reposted by GripNoir
November 8, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Reposted by GripNoir
Trump has decimated Republican support in one year. EVERY county in both Virginia and New Jersey has moved blue, some by double digits! LFG!
November 5, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Trump has decimated Republican support in one year. EVERY county in both Virginia and New Jersey has moved blue, some by double digits! LFG!
Needs reframing as Vance/Vladeck noted: U.S. citizens on Lake Erie killed as "narco-terrorists" w/o offering any evidence. From Abrego-Garcia to Caribbean blasts, rogue gov't asserts power to kill whom it chooses w/o accountability, transparency, or even resistance from party opposition. ☠️
Live with Joyce Vance and Steve Vladeck
There is no constitutional basis for the administration’s use of force against people on civilian boats in international waters
joycevance.substack.com
November 5, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Needs reframing as Vance/Vladeck noted: U.S. citizens on Lake Erie killed as "narco-terrorists" w/o offering any evidence. From Abrego-Garcia to Caribbean blasts, rogue gov't asserts power to kill whom it chooses w/o accountability, transparency, or even resistance from party opposition. ☠️
Reposted by GripNoir
“The Caribbean Strikes and the Collapse of Legal Oversight in U.S. Military Operations”
By @seharrison7.bsky.social and @marknevitt.bsky.social
www.justsecurity.org/123172/carib...
By @seharrison7.bsky.social and @marknevitt.bsky.social
www.justsecurity.org/123172/carib...
Caribbean Strikes and Collapse of Legal Oversight in U.S. Military
Congress and the public must address the pressures imposed on public servants and defend the guardrails that protect U.S. forces and democracy.
www.justsecurity.org
October 23, 2025 at 1:15 PM
“The Caribbean Strikes and the Collapse of Legal Oversight in U.S. Military Operations”
By @seharrison7.bsky.social and @marknevitt.bsky.social
www.justsecurity.org/123172/carib...
By @seharrison7.bsky.social and @marknevitt.bsky.social
www.justsecurity.org/123172/carib...
Reposted by GripNoir
... he's now violating section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution, too (or will do so any day now).
It's difficult to overstate the profound obliteration of the legal order here--and the acute threat to long-established norms for the use of force by all states.
And yet ... crickets.
[3]
It's difficult to overstate the profound obliteration of the legal order here--and the acute threat to long-established norms for the use of force by all states.
And yet ... crickets.
[3]
October 29, 2025 at 12:04 PM
... he's now violating section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution, too (or will do so any day now).
It's difficult to overstate the profound obliteration of the legal order here--and the acute threat to long-established norms for the use of force by all states.
And yet ... crickets.
[3]
It's difficult to overstate the profound obliteration of the legal order here--and the acute threat to long-established norms for the use of force by all states.
And yet ... crickets.
[3]
Reposted by GripNoir
... it's been close to or more than 62 days since Trump deployed forces to the Caribbean to engage in such strikes--which means that in addition to violating the Constitution, the assassination ban, two criminal murder statutes, and international law, [2] ...
www.justsecurity.org/120296/many-...
www.justsecurity.org/120296/many-...
The Many Ways in Which the Caribbean Strike was Unlawful
Legal expert on domestic authority and law most relevant to the US strike on alleged Venezuelan drug boat
www.justsecurity.org
October 29, 2025 at 12:04 PM
... it's been close to or more than 62 days since Trump deployed forces to the Caribbean to engage in such strikes--which means that in addition to violating the Constitution, the assassination ban, two criminal murder statutes, and international law, [2] ...
www.justsecurity.org/120296/many-...
www.justsecurity.org/120296/many-...
Reposted by GripNoir
The fact-checking conference “Unveil the Truth” kicks off Nov 7–8 in Chișinău 🇲🇩, co-organised by @mythdetector.com, RSF, @akademie.dw.com, french MFA, CFI & others. Experts from 13 countries will address disinfo, FIMI & digital threats to democracy. Full info & registration👇
www.unveilthetruth.org
www.unveilthetruth.org
Unveil the Truth: Eastern Partnership Fact-Checkers Conference |
On November 7-8, 2025, Myth Detector and DW Akademie, in partnership with Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Media Development Foundation (MDF), and StopFals (Moldova) present the Eastern Partnership F...
www.unveilthetruth.org
October 29, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The fact-checking conference “Unveil the Truth” kicks off Nov 7–8 in Chișinău 🇲🇩, co-organised by @mythdetector.com, RSF, @akademie.dw.com, french MFA, CFI & others. Experts from 13 countries will address disinfo, FIMI & digital threats to democracy. Full info & registration👇
www.unveilthetruth.org
www.unveilthetruth.org
Reposted by GripNoir
#USA: RSF is alarmed by the suspension of #RadioFreeAsia programmes and the planned dismissal of its staff this week, following a decision by D. Trump. The closure of RFA will deprive millions of people of a unique source of free information – an invaluable gift to authoritarian regimes in Asia.
After 29 years, RFA is on pause
From the executive editor: funding uncertainty is driving RFA’s remaining teams to stop delivering the news for now
www.rfa.org
October 30, 2025 at 6:04 PM
#USA: RSF is alarmed by the suspension of #RadioFreeAsia programmes and the planned dismissal of its staff this week, following a decision by D. Trump. The closure of RFA will deprive millions of people of a unique source of free information – an invaluable gift to authoritarian regimes in Asia.