Joan van der Lingen
@joanlingen.bsky.social
Rotterdamse in hart en nieren. Jurist met brede ervaring, ook in TK en EP. Interesses: Politiek, kunst, wandelen, theater. Passie: een prettig en tolerant land om in te leven.
Democracy and tolerance are very important to me.
NO DM PLEASE. I won’t react.
Democracy and tolerance are very important to me.
NO DM PLEASE. I won’t react.
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They treat us like a colony. We MUST break free from America.
The Trump administration has threatened to retaliate against European countries if the EU favors domestic weapons-makers in an expected update of EU defense procurement rules. www.politico.eu/article/wash...
Pentagon aggressively lobbies EU against Buy European weapons push
In previously unreported remarks, the U.S. administration warned Brussels that it will retaliate if Europeans “strong-arm American companies out of the market.”
www.politico.eu
February 20, 2026 at 9:37 AM
They treat us like a colony. We MUST break free from America.
Shooting your dog and working for Trump, you can kiss your career goodbye Kristi, after Trump is gone
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
The Buzz in Kristi Noem’s Home State
South Dakota Republicans worry that she might return.
www.theatlantic.com
February 20, 2026 at 9:41 AM
Shooting your dog and working for Trump, you can kiss your career goodbye Kristi, after Trump is gone
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...
This is outrageous! There's a warrant out for the arrest of Putin because of war crimes and how about Ukraine?
What is the hold Putin has on Trump?
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/u...
What is the hold Putin has on Trump?
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/u...
With ‘Tremendous’ Deals at Stake, Trump Is Bringing Russia in From the Cold
www.nytimes.com
February 20, 2026 at 9:28 AM
This is outrageous! There's a warrant out for the arrest of Putin because of war crimes and how about Ukraine?
What is the hold Putin has on Trump?
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/u...
What is the hold Putin has on Trump?
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/u...
It's very hard to take the U.S. seriously anymore and not see it as a rogue state when its President is mentioned more often in the Epstein files than Jesus in the Bible and nothing is done
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest prompts calls for justice in the US
US lawmakers say action by UK authorities on matters arising from release of Epstein files compares unfavourably with a lack of accountability in the US
www.theguardian.com
February 20, 2026 at 9:08 AM
It's very hard to take the U.S. seriously anymore and not see it as a rogue state when its President is mentioned more often in the Epstein files than Jesus in the Bible and nothing is done
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
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A man claims his grandmother in Colombia—a former housekeeper at Epstein’s Manhattan home—kept hidden memory cards, photos, and tapes when she was fired. He says it includes child abuse evidence, and both ABC and Fox refused to release it. If true, she may be holding what investigators searched for.
February 19, 2026 at 2:22 PM
A man claims his grandmother in Colombia—a former housekeeper at Epstein’s Manhattan home—kept hidden memory cards, photos, and tapes when she was fired. He says it includes child abuse evidence, and both ABC and Fox refused to release it. If true, she may be holding what investigators searched for.
Trump should take an example of King Charles:
"Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and sympathies have been, and remain with, the victims of any and all forms of abuse.”
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
"Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and sympathies have been, and remain with, the victims of any and all forms of abuse.”
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
The Former Prince Andrew Never Should Have Forwarded Those Emails
He faces criminal penalties for allegedly leaking government secrets to Jeffrey Epstein.
www.theatlantic.com
February 19, 2026 at 11:34 PM
Trump should take an example of King Charles:
"Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and sympathies have been, and remain with, the victims of any and all forms of abuse.”
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
"Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and sympathies have been, and remain with, the victims of any and all forms of abuse.”
www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0...
Nieuwe meditatietechniek: "Het gaf mij als premier rust om niet te reageren op de tweets van Wilders"
www.trouw.nl/politiek/dic...
www.trouw.nl/politiek/dic...
Dick Schoof blikt terug: ‘Het populisme temmen? Dat zou wel een heel grote opgave zijn geweest’
Zijn kabinet was bepaald geen succes, bevestigt premier Dick Schoof in een terugblikkend interview met Trouw. De politieke chaos kwam volgens hem door vier fractievoorzitters die ‘elkaar weinig gunden...
www.trouw.nl
February 19, 2026 at 11:23 PM
Nieuwe meditatietechniek: "Het gaf mij als premier rust om niet te reageren op de tweets van Wilders"
www.trouw.nl/politiek/dic...
www.trouw.nl/politiek/dic...
Has Trump ever thought of the victims? Has he ever said it was very sad Virginia Giuffre couldn't bear it anymore?
Donald Trump told reporters that Andrew’s arrest was “a shame” and “a very sad thing”. “I think it’s very sad. I think it’s so bad for the Royal family. It’s very, very sad,” he said
Donald Trump told reporters that Andrew’s arrest was “a shame” and “a very sad thing”. “I think it’s very sad. I think it’s so bad for the Royal family. It’s very, very sad,” he said
February 19, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Has Trump ever thought of the victims? Has he ever said it was very sad Virginia Giuffre couldn't bear it anymore?
Donald Trump told reporters that Andrew’s arrest was “a shame” and “a very sad thing”. “I think it’s very sad. I think it’s so bad for the Royal family. It’s very, very sad,” he said
Donald Trump told reporters that Andrew’s arrest was “a shame” and “a very sad thing”. “I think it’s very sad. I think it’s so bad for the Royal family. It’s very, very sad,” he said
Mugshot, DNA swabs & one phone call – how Andrew was treated like ‘common criminal’ during 11 hours in custody after arrest www.thesun.co.uk/royals/38280...
Mugshot & one phone call - how Andrew was treated like ‘common criminal’
FORMER prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was processed like a “common criminal suspect” after being arrested at his home yesterday — including being fingerprinted and having a mug shot. Police call…
www.thesun.co.uk
February 19, 2026 at 11:10 PM
Mugshot, DNA swabs & one phone call – how Andrew was treated like ‘common criminal’ during 11 hours in custody after arrest www.thesun.co.uk/royals/38280...
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“I think we can make a deal Andrew. Let’s talk with your brother.” — Senile Satan
February 19, 2026 at 7:35 PM
“I think we can make a deal Andrew. Let’s talk with your brother.” — Senile Satan
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UK: Prince Andrew arrested.
South Korea: Former President Yoon sentenced for life.
Brazil: Former President Bolsonaro serving a 27-year sentence.
USA: President Trump demands $10 billion payout from taxpayers.
South Korea: Former President Yoon sentenced for life.
Brazil: Former President Bolsonaro serving a 27-year sentence.
USA: President Trump demands $10 billion payout from taxpayers.
February 19, 2026 at 1:08 PM
UK: Prince Andrew arrested.
South Korea: Former President Yoon sentenced for life.
Brazil: Former President Bolsonaro serving a 27-year sentence.
USA: President Trump demands $10 billion payout from taxpayers.
South Korea: Former President Yoon sentenced for life.
Brazil: Former President Bolsonaro serving a 27-year sentence.
USA: President Trump demands $10 billion payout from taxpayers.
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That...is not why it's called that
Kash Patel: "You know why it's called the President's Daily Briefing? Because the president decides what are the intel priorities in that briefing."
February 18, 2026 at 7:48 PM
That...is not why it's called that
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Hilarious. Have fun Donny.
Observation: leaders praise Trump, but then add their conditions to their pledges.
Qatar: FM/PM says they’ll donate $1B but add a condition of Palestine statehood
Turkey: demands 2-state solution
Albania: asks to free former Kosovo President prosecuted by ICC
Morocco: demands Palestine ownership
Qatar: FM/PM says they’ll donate $1B but add a condition of Palestine statehood
Turkey: demands 2-state solution
Albania: asks to free former Kosovo President prosecuted by ICC
Morocco: demands Palestine ownership
February 19, 2026 at 4:29 PM
Hilarious. Have fun Donny.
Die foto zal hem de rest van zijn leven vervolgen
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for misconduct in public office
www.thetimes.com/article/bf55...
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for misconduct in public office
www.thetimes.com/article/bf55...
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for misconduct in public office
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on 66th birthday and police search addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk after convoy of cars was seen at Sandringham estate
www.thetimes.com
February 19, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Die foto zal hem de rest van zijn leven vervolgen
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for misconduct in public office
www.thetimes.com/article/bf55...
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for misconduct in public office
www.thetimes.com/article/bf55...
Heb die foto ook net geplaatst, van Andrew die het politiebureau verlaat. Toen de BBC hem daarnet nóg eens liet zien zeiden ze: He doesn’t look particularly happy.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor released from police custody – live
The police raided Andrew’s Norfolk home on Thursday
www.theguardian.com
February 19, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Heb die foto ook net geplaatst, van Andrew die het politiebureau verlaat. Toen de BBC hem daarnet nóg eens liet zien zeiden ze: He doesn’t look particularly happy.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live...
Deze foto van mijn tv genomen, Andrew die het politiebureau verlaat waar hij de hele dag verhoord is.
De BBC noemt het eufemistisch “a look of discomfort on his face”
De BBC noemt het eufemistisch “a look of discomfort on his face”
February 19, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Deze foto van mijn tv genomen, Andrew die het politiebureau verlaat waar hij de hele dag verhoord is.
De BBC noemt het eufemistisch “a look of discomfort on his face”
De BBC noemt het eufemistisch “a look of discomfort on his face”
Donald Trump claims he has never met Andrew Mountbatten.
He must have heard of his arrest, but says nothing about it on his Truth Social account.
Guilty conscience? Sense of foreboding?
He must have heard of his arrest, but says nothing about it on his Truth Social account.
Guilty conscience? Sense of foreboding?
February 19, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Donald Trump claims he has never met Andrew Mountbatten.
He must have heard of his arrest, but says nothing about it on his Truth Social account.
Guilty conscience? Sense of foreboding?
He must have heard of his arrest, but says nothing about it on his Truth Social account.
Guilty conscience? Sense of foreboding?
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Yes, our leaders are boring (By God they do). But our lives, our rights, our investments, our future: you are so much safer in Europe than in the US (that is, except if you are a corrupt member of the elite).
🚨👑Breaking: Prince Andrew has just been arrested.
The #EpsteinFiles are causing the arrest of royalty and the possible resignation of a prime minister in 🇬🇧.
Meanwhile in 🇺🇸, nobody faces any consequences.
The #EpsteinFiles are causing the arrest of royalty and the possible resignation of a prime minister in 🇬🇧.
Meanwhile in 🇺🇸, nobody faces any consequences.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested
Thames Valley Police say they have ‘arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office.’
www.politico.eu
February 19, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Yes, our leaders are boring (By God they do). But our lives, our rights, our investments, our future: you are so much safer in Europe than in the US (that is, except if you are a corrupt member of the elite).
Absolutely true, but when are the American people going to do something about it?
Ossoff on Cobert's show: "This whole Epstein saga has exposed the lie of the very core of Donald Trump's political project. It's been a lie since he came down the golden escalator. Which is that this guy cares about or ever wanted to anything to help working."
February 19, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Absolutely true, but when are the American people going to do something about it?
Great article. Everybody should read this
British politics is too cheap - and other reasons why it's uniquely vulnerable to corruption by foreigners, a problem that goes way beyond Mandelson. Me @financialtimes.com on why this could (and needs to) be a reset moment for the UK as.ft.com/r/36dd8492-2...
British politics has a small-money problem
[FREE TO READ] Cheap to buy, under-regulated, no wonder the UK is vulnerable to corruption by foreigners
as.ft.com
February 19, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Great article. Everybody should read this
