James Singer
@jemsinger.bsky.social
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We will see you in court.
October 10, 2025 at 5:16 PM
We will see you in court.
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Civil servants show up every day for the American people. That’s why we show up in court to protect them.
October 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Civil servants show up every day for the American people. That’s why we show up in court to protect them.
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Today’s indictment of NY Attorney General Letitia James appears to be motivated out of a desire to punish anyone who dares to challenge or stand up to the President.
When the law is twisted for personal gain, every citizen’s freedom is at risk.
My full statement ⬇️
When the law is twisted for personal gain, every citizen’s freedom is at risk.
My full statement ⬇️
Statement by Democracy Forward President & CEO Skye Perryman on President Trump’s Targeting of New York Attorney General Letitia James: - Democracy Forward
democracyforward.org
October 9, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Today’s indictment of NY Attorney General Letitia James appears to be motivated out of a desire to punish anyone who dares to challenge or stand up to the President.
When the law is twisted for personal gain, every citizen’s freedom is at risk.
My full statement ⬇️
When the law is twisted for personal gain, every citizen’s freedom is at risk.
My full statement ⬇️
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No one is above the law. The public deserves transparency & accountability from government leaders. We'll be in court to get answers.
October 6, 2025 at 4:42 PM
No one is above the law. The public deserves transparency & accountability from government leaders. We'll be in court to get answers.
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AVAILABLE NOW: Democracy Forward Releases The People's Guide to the U.S Supreme Court: 2025-2026 Term
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October 1, 2025 at 5:34 PM
AVAILABLE NOW: Democracy Forward Releases The People's Guide to the U.S Supreme Court: 2025-2026 Term
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JUST IN: Democracy Forward and federal labor unions are suing to block the threat of mass firings during the shutdown, saying they're an abuse of OMB Director Russ Vought's authority.
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September 30, 2025 at 7:51 PM
JUST IN: Democracy Forward and federal labor unions are suing to block the threat of mass firings during the shutdown, saying they're an abuse of OMB Director Russ Vought's authority.
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NEWS: @democracyforward.org has filed a FOIA requesting the DOJ & FBI to release the recording of Trump’s “Border Czar” Tom Homan allegedly pocketing $50K from undercover agents
September 22, 2025 at 8:24 PM
NEWS: @democracyforward.org has filed a FOIA requesting the DOJ & FBI to release the recording of Trump’s “Border Czar” Tom Homan allegedly pocketing $50K from undercover agents
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If so, then this administration should have no issues responding to our @democracyforward.org FOIA to produce the recording of Mr. Homan's actions.
Q: Did the president ask the DOJ to close the Homan investigation and does he have to return the $50,000
LEAVITT: Mr. Homan never took the $50,000, so you should get your facts straight ... you had FBI agents going undercover to try and entrap one of the president's top allies and supporters
LEAVITT: Mr. Homan never took the $50,000, so you should get your facts straight ... you had FBI agents going undercover to try and entrap one of the president's top allies and supporters
September 22, 2025 at 7:34 PM
If so, then this administration should have no issues responding to our @democracyforward.org FOIA to produce the recording of Mr. Homan's actions.
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The Atlantic calls Democracy Forward "the single largest source of Trump's legal troubles." We call that winning on behalf of people and communities!
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
September 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Atlantic calls Democracy Forward "the single largest source of Trump's legal troubles." We call that winning on behalf of people and communities!
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
www.theatlantic.com/politics/arc...
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As people in DC experience occupation, here are some tips to know your rights:
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(1) you do have rights; neither the White House or law enforcement can take them away — know them
(2) you can remain silent if you are stopped — you can say nothing and say that you want to speak to a lawyer.
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(1) you do have rights; neither the White House or law enforcement can take them away — know them
(2) you can remain silent if you are stopped — you can say nothing and say that you want to speak to a lawyer.
August 18, 2025 at 3:07 PM
As people in DC experience occupation, here are some tips to know your rights:
🧵🧵
(1) you do have rights; neither the White House or law enforcement can take them away — know them
(2) you can remain silent if you are stopped — you can say nothing and say that you want to speak to a lawyer.
🧵🧵
(1) you do have rights; neither the White House or law enforcement can take them away — know them
(2) you can remain silent if you are stopped — you can say nothing and say that you want to speak to a lawyer.
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Huge win in our case challenging cuts to Americorps — the Trump Admin confirms that all cuts to AmeriCorps we challenged have been restored and that the government has no intent to cancel these funds prior to their expiration date. Big win for our clients, @democracyforward.org, and co counsel!
August 15, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Huge win in our case challenging cuts to Americorps — the Trump Admin confirms that all cuts to AmeriCorps we challenged have been restored and that the government has no intent to cancel these funds prior to their expiration date. Big win for our clients, @democracyforward.org, and co counsel!
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Popok calls out the Trump Administration for selling out America's National Security allowing US Chip manufacturers to sell China OUR competitive advantage to modernize its military, in return for some cash to plug Trump's growing revenue hole.
Trump SELLS OUT Americans to CHINESE for $$$
YouTube video by Legal AF
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August 12, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Popok calls out the Trump Administration for selling out America's National Security allowing US Chip manufacturers to sell China OUR competitive advantage to modernize its military, in return for some cash to plug Trump's growing revenue hole.
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We’re suing to force the State Department to release records on the potential manipulation of international human rights reports.
The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the Council for Global Equality, could reveal how the Trump-Vance administration is hiding human rights abuses.
The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the Council for Global Equality, could reveal how the Trump-Vance administration is hiding human rights abuses.
August 12, 2025 at 1:52 PM
We’re suing to force the State Department to release records on the potential manipulation of international human rights reports.
The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the Council for Global Equality, could reveal how the Trump-Vance administration is hiding human rights abuses.
The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the Council for Global Equality, could reveal how the Trump-Vance administration is hiding human rights abuses.
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Despite his threats, Governor Abbott can’t remove lawmakers from office for protecting the right to vote.
I sent him a letter to remind him of what all Texans know: the Governor is not a king.
Read my full letter ⬇️
I sent him a letter to remind him of what all Texans know: the Governor is not a king.
Read my full letter ⬇️
August 4, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Despite his threats, Governor Abbott can’t remove lawmakers from office for protecting the right to vote.
I sent him a letter to remind him of what all Texans know: the Governor is not a king.
Read my full letter ⬇️
I sent him a letter to remind him of what all Texans know: the Governor is not a king.
Read my full letter ⬇️
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Texas lawmakers have left the state to prevent off-cycle, unlawful redistricting urged by the Trump admin. Last week, I wrote for @theatlantic.com about how the Trump admin is dismantling democracy in the states. Good for Texas Dems for saying “not today.” www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
Democracy Upside Down
This isn’t the typical tug-of-war of federalism.
www.theatlantic.com
August 3, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Texas lawmakers have left the state to prevent off-cycle, unlawful redistricting urged by the Trump admin. Last week, I wrote for @theatlantic.com about how the Trump admin is dismantling democracy in the states. Good for Texas Dems for saying “not today.” www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
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At a time when ICE is detaining more people than ever before in history – and reports of mistreatment, overcrowding & unsanitary conditions are growing – real-time oversight has never been more important.
This admin cannot hide from Congress or the American people. We will make sure of it in court.
This admin cannot hide from Congress or the American people. We will make sure of it in court.
July 30, 2025 at 5:27 PM
At a time when ICE is detaining more people than ever before in history – and reports of mistreatment, overcrowding & unsanitary conditions are growing – real-time oversight has never been more important.
This admin cannot hide from Congress or the American people. We will make sure of it in court.
This admin cannot hide from Congress or the American people. We will make sure of it in court.
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I just filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration.
Members of Congress have the right under law to conduct oversight of federal immigration detention facilities.
See you in court, President Trump.
Members of Congress have the right under law to conduct oversight of federal immigration detention facilities.
See you in court, President Trump.
House Democrats Sue ICE for Barring Them From Detention Facilities
www.nytimes.com
July 30, 2025 at 5:49 PM
I just filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration.
Members of Congress have the right under law to conduct oversight of federal immigration detention facilities.
See you in court, President Trump.
Members of Congress have the right under law to conduct oversight of federal immigration detention facilities.
See you in court, President Trump.
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READ: @skyeperryman.bsky.social outlines how the Trump administration is turning “laboratories of democracy” into laboratories of repression.
"Instead of using federal power to protect people’s rights, Trump is misusing federal power to undermine them. That is democracy upside down."
"Instead of using federal power to protect people’s rights, Trump is misusing federal power to undermine them. That is democracy upside down."
Democracy Upside Down
This isn’t the typical tug-of-war of federalism.
www.theatlantic.com
July 22, 2025 at 5:51 PM
READ: @skyeperryman.bsky.social outlines how the Trump administration is turning “laboratories of democracy” into laboratories of repression.
"Instead of using federal power to protect people’s rights, Trump is misusing federal power to undermine them. That is democracy upside down."
"Instead of using federal power to protect people’s rights, Trump is misusing federal power to undermine them. That is democracy upside down."
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We’re suing the Trump administration for refusing to enforce a law designed to expose discrimination in small business lending.
All small businesses deserve a fair shot at success — and this law is critical to making that happen.
All small businesses deserve a fair shot at success — and this law is critical to making that happen.
July 23, 2025 at 4:43 PM
We’re suing the Trump administration for refusing to enforce a law designed to expose discrimination in small business lending.
All small businesses deserve a fair shot at success — and this law is critical to making that happen.
All small businesses deserve a fair shot at success — and this law is critical to making that happen.
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"Judges are really concerned about the lawless way in which the administration’s operating, including in not following basic procedures" - @skyeperryman.bsky.social
One thing is clear: No one is above the law. We will continue to use the courts as the frontline to protect all Americans.
One thing is clear: No one is above the law. We will continue to use the courts as the frontline to protect all Americans.
America Turns on Trump: Growing Pushback Against the President’s Unpopular Actions
Tied up in litigation and facing massive opposition in the polls, in the streets and in civil society, an increasingly unpopular president is hitting a wall.
msmagazine.com
July 23, 2025 at 8:10 PM
"Judges are really concerned about the lawless way in which the administration’s operating, including in not following basic procedures" - @skyeperryman.bsky.social
One thing is clear: No one is above the law. We will continue to use the courts as the frontline to protect all Americans.
One thing is clear: No one is above the law. We will continue to use the courts as the frontline to protect all Americans.
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BREAKING: We’re suing to block the Trump-Vance admin’s unlawful restrictions on funding for programs focused on domestic violence, sexual assault, housing, youth & homelessness.
This is the latest in a series of attempts by this admin to weaponize federal funding to push their anti-equity agenda.
This is the latest in a series of attempts by this admin to weaponize federal funding to push their anti-equity agenda.
July 21, 2025 at 2:10 PM
BREAKING: We’re suing to block the Trump-Vance admin’s unlawful restrictions on funding for programs focused on domestic violence, sexual assault, housing, youth & homelessness.
This is the latest in a series of attempts by this admin to weaponize federal funding to push their anti-equity agenda.
This is the latest in a series of attempts by this admin to weaponize federal funding to push their anti-equity agenda.
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BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance administration to stop ICE's arrests of noncitizens at immigration courthouses.
This admin is stripping people of their due process rights in order to expedite deportations. It’s unlawful and unconstitutional.
This admin is stripping people of their due process rights in order to expedite deportations. It’s unlawful and unconstitutional.
July 16, 2025 at 8:47 PM
BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance administration to stop ICE's arrests of noncitizens at immigration courthouses.
This admin is stripping people of their due process rights in order to expedite deportations. It’s unlawful and unconstitutional.
This admin is stripping people of their due process rights in order to expedite deportations. It’s unlawful and unconstitutional.
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In April, we sent a FOIA request to Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) requesting any policies related to agents wearing masks, hoods, or other face coverings while carrying out official immigration enforcement.
We received this response claiming ICE has “no records responsive" to our request.
We received this response claiming ICE has “no records responsive" to our request.
July 15, 2025 at 8:55 PM
In April, we sent a FOIA request to Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) requesting any policies related to agents wearing masks, hoods, or other face coverings while carrying out official immigration enforcement.
We received this response claiming ICE has “no records responsive" to our request.
We received this response claiming ICE has “no records responsive" to our request.
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Right now, thousands of public servants at the Departments of Health & Human Services and Education — and across the government — are receiving RIF notices that threaten not only their livelihoods, but also the ability of the federal government to serve the American people effectively and equitably.
July 16, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Right now, thousands of public servants at the Departments of Health & Human Services and Education — and across the government — are receiving RIF notices that threaten not only their livelihoods, but also the ability of the federal government to serve the American people effectively and equitably.
NEW >> @democracyforward.org and our nationwide coalition have filed an emergency appeal to stop the Trump DOJ from gutting public safety grants from localities across the country
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July 11, 2025 at 8:46 PM
NEW >> @democracyforward.org and our nationwide coalition have filed an emergency appeal to stop the Trump DOJ from gutting public safety grants from localities across the country
READ MORE: democracyforward.org/updates/nati...
READ MORE: democracyforward.org/updates/nati...