Jose Pagliery
@josepagliery.bsky.social
Justice reporter at NOTUS
Among the many Washington Post staff that got laid off: the reporter who covered Amazon.
How convenient for Jeff Bezos.
How convenient for Jeff Bezos.
February 4, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Among the many Washington Post staff that got laid off: the reporter who covered Amazon.
How convenient for Jeff Bezos.
How convenient for Jeff Bezos.
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This is tremendous. Take the time to watch it.
Highlighting the speaker who stood in front of the Surprise mayor and told him to consider what the Mayor of Ohrdruf must’ve thought before he died by suicide: “He might have thought ‘how is this my fault I had no jurisdiction over this’ maybe he said ‘this site was not subject to local zoning.’”
February 4, 2026 at 1:48 PM
This is tremendous. Take the time to watch it.
This.
"These paramilitary tactical units behave not like local police, but instead like special forces in Iraq, Afghanistan, or other far-flung battlefields from the Forever Wars of the past quarter century."
The Paramilitary ICE and CBP Units at the Center of Minnesota's Killings
Two agents involved in the shooting deaths of US citizens in Minneapolis are reportedly part of highly militarized DHS units whose extreme tactics are generally reserved for war zones.
www.wired.com
February 4, 2026 at 5:36 AM
This.
Why is this happening? Why? Why.
Kelly Vargas writes about what happened to her, her husband, and their 6yo daughter in the family camp in Texas.
Filth, illness, medical abuse—her child has lasting complications from being injured by a staff member.
We don't know the half of what's happening in the camps, but we know enough.
Filth, illness, medical abuse—her child has lasting complications from being injured by a staff member.
We don't know the half of what's happening in the camps, but we know enough.
My Daughter Lived the Liam Ramos Nightmare. It Turned Out Worse for Us.
The constant threats took a toll on my health. My daughter’s health deteriorated even faster.
slate.com
February 4, 2026 at 4:46 AM
Why is this happening? Why? Why.
According to FOX 9, a Minneapolis federal judge demanded to know why DOJ is missing deadlines & AUSA Julie Le said, "The system sucks, this job sucks" & asked to be held in contempt so she could sleep.
PACER shows she got assigned to defend the govt in 88+ cases since Operation Metro Surge started.
PACER shows she got assigned to defend the govt in 88+ cases since Operation Metro Surge started.
February 3, 2026 at 9:27 PM
According to FOX 9, a Minneapolis federal judge demanded to know why DOJ is missing deadlines & AUSA Julie Le said, "The system sucks, this job sucks" & asked to be held in contempt so she could sleep.
PACER shows she got assigned to defend the govt in 88+ cases since Operation Metro Surge started.
PACER shows she got assigned to defend the govt in 88+ cases since Operation Metro Surge started.
I'm solving IMEI check sums. New tool in the Batman belt.
February 3, 2026 at 7:36 PM
I'm solving IMEI check sums. New tool in the Batman belt.
Credibility matters.
Who will believe a US government that says it shot down an approaching Iranian drone when that same government lied that two people in Minneapolis "violently" attacked federal agents?
Who will believe a US government that says it shot down an approaching Iranian drone when that same government lied that two people in Minneapolis "violently" attacked federal agents?
February 3, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Credibility matters.
Who will believe a US government that says it shot down an approaching Iranian drone when that same government lied that two people in Minneapolis "violently" attacked federal agents?
Who will believe a US government that says it shot down an approaching Iranian drone when that same government lied that two people in Minneapolis "violently" attacked federal agents?
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In an interview with NPR, Melinda French Gates confirmed that she ended her marriage with Bill Gates because of allegations contained in the Epstein files.
February 3, 2026 at 5:38 PM
In an interview with NPR, Melinda French Gates confirmed that she ended her marriage with Bill Gates because of allegations contained in the Epstein files.
More video of stops where federal agents aim pistols at people.
I spend a considerable amount of time at the shooting range. And I'm a stickler for safety procedures. You only aim at a target you're willing to shoot. Basic NRA rules.
I spend a considerable amount of time at the shooting range. And I'm a stickler for safety procedures. You only aim at a target you're willing to shoot. Basic NRA rules.
happening this morning in Minneapolis -- ICE agents drawing guns on observers. I reiterate again that it is only a matter of time before DHS kills more innocent people in Minnesota. Congress needs to shut this shit down right now.
February 3, 2026 at 5:18 PM
More video of stops where federal agents aim pistols at people.
I spend a considerable amount of time at the shooting range. And I'm a stickler for safety procedures. You only aim at a target you're willing to shoot. Basic NRA rules.
I spend a considerable amount of time at the shooting range. And I'm a stickler for safety procedures. You only aim at a target you're willing to shoot. Basic NRA rules.
This has the same lame passive voice as "police-involved shooting."
February 3, 2026 at 5:12 PM
This has the same lame passive voice as "police-involved shooting."
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"Imagine a universe where an unannounced Rage Against the Machine took the stage at Defend Minnesota. It would have generated worldwide headlines and been one of the greatest moments in the band’s long history."
Commentary: bit.ly/4tc9f1S
Commentary: bit.ly/4tc9f1S
February 3, 2026 at 7:00 AM
"Imagine a universe where an unannounced Rage Against the Machine took the stage at Defend Minnesota. It would have generated worldwide headlines and been one of the greatest moments in the band’s long history."
Commentary: bit.ly/4tc9f1S
Commentary: bit.ly/4tc9f1S
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A manager for the Immigrant Defense Network told MPR News that back in November, 2,500 people were trained as constitutional observers. Now, the total is nearly 30,000 trained observers in 77 of Minnesota's 87 counties.
Nearly 30,000 Minnesotans trained as constitutional observers
The Immigrant Defense Network works with more than 100 organizations to help train constitutional observers. At the end of November, there were 2,500 trained observers. That number has soared as more ...
www.mprnews.org
February 3, 2026 at 3:03 PM
A manager for the Immigrant Defense Network told MPR News that back in November, 2,500 people were trained as constitutional observers. Now, the total is nearly 30,000 trained observers in 77 of Minnesota's 87 counties.
Oh hell yeah.
It’s your city, from the sidewalk to the skyline. The David Dinkins Municipal Building’s rooftop is open & free to everyone, starting this June.
February 3, 2026 at 4:36 AM
Oh hell yeah.
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DHS said that the woman CBP shot in the chest in Portland was “involved” in a gang shooting.
Her ~involvement~ was that suspected gang members sexually assaulted and robbed her.
Her ~involvement~ was that suspected gang members sexually assaulted and robbed her.
After Border Patrol shot two people in Portland, DHS claimed they were "vicious gang members" tied to a past shooting.
But records I obtained reveal a US prosecutor has since directly contradicted DHS, saying, "We're not suggesting he is a gang member." My dive into how DHS' claims have collapsed:
But records I obtained reveal a US prosecutor has since directly contradicted DHS, saying, "We're not suggesting he is a gang member." My dive into how DHS' claims have collapsed:
DHS’s account of two Venezuelans shot by border patrol falls apart in court: ‘A smear campaign’
Immigration officials said agent shot two ‘vicious gang members’ in Portland, but records obtained by the Guardian reveal US prosecutor contradicted claims
www.theguardian.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:02 AM
DHS said that the woman CBP shot in the chest in Portland was “involved” in a gang shooting.
Her ~involvement~ was that suspected gang members sexually assaulted and robbed her.
Her ~involvement~ was that suspected gang members sexually assaulted and robbed her.
@tomcartwright.bsky.social I'd like to connect. DM whenever you get a chance. I know you're busy now.
February 3, 2026 at 1:03 AM
@tomcartwright.bsky.social I'd like to connect. DM whenever you get a chance. I know you're busy now.
I'm pursuing a red hot lead.
I cannot stress this enough: If you work/ed at FBI and know something about the Epstein files, find me on Signal.
JosePagliery.46
I cannot stress this enough: If you work/ed at FBI and know something about the Epstein files, find me on Signal.
JosePagliery.46
February 2, 2026 at 6:46 PM
I'm pursuing a red hot lead.
I cannot stress this enough: If you work/ed at FBI and know something about the Epstein files, find me on Signal.
JosePagliery.46
I cannot stress this enough: If you work/ed at FBI and know something about the Epstein files, find me on Signal.
JosePagliery.46
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BREAKING: The two federal immigration agents who fired on Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti are identified in government records as Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and Customs and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez.
Two CBP Agents Identified in Alex Pretti Shooting
The two federal immigration agents who fired on Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti are identified in government records as Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and Customs and Border Protection officer Raym...
www.propublica.org
February 1, 2026 at 9:10 PM
BREAKING: The two federal immigration agents who fired on Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti are identified in government records as Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and Customs and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez.
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We found so many examples of missing federal government data that we couldn’t put them all in this story.
“The status quo was, the federal government is going to collect and disseminate data. That is no longer a reasonable assumption.”
“The status quo was, the federal government is going to collect and disseminate data. That is no longer a reasonable assumption.”
Federal Data Is Disappearing
The Trump administration has disrupted data collection on everything from homeland security, maternal mortality, hunger, drug use, education, disaster preparation and the economy.
www.notus.org
February 2, 2026 at 1:52 PM
We found so many examples of missing federal government data that we couldn’t put them all in this story.
“The status quo was, the federal government is going to collect and disseminate data. That is no longer a reasonable assumption.”
“The status quo was, the federal government is going to collect and disseminate data. That is no longer a reasonable assumption.”
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Turns out some of the people on the right who were fixated on the Constitution and government overreach actually might be concerned about the Constitution and government overreach.
Ammon Bundy on ICE: “To call such people criminals for lacking official permission” to be in the country is to “forget the moral law of God, the historical truth of our own founding, and the Constitutional ideals that continue to define justice.”
Ammon Bundy Is All Alone
The anti-government militia leader can’t make sense of his allies’ support for ICE violence.
www.theatlantic.com
February 2, 2026 at 2:55 AM
Turns out some of the people on the right who were fixated on the Constitution and government overreach actually might be concerned about the Constitution and government overreach.
Reposted by Jose Pagliery
Ammon Bundy on ICE: “To call such people criminals for lacking official permission” to be in the country is to “forget the moral law of God, the historical truth of our own founding, and the Constitutional ideals that continue to define justice.”
Ammon Bundy Is All Alone
The anti-government militia leader can’t make sense of his allies’ support for ICE violence.
www.theatlantic.com
February 2, 2026 at 2:45 AM
Ammon Bundy on ICE: “To call such people criminals for lacking official permission” to be in the country is to “forget the moral law of God, the historical truth of our own founding, and the Constitutional ideals that continue to define justice.”
It took a brave bystander who snapped a picture, a ton of protesting, tenacious journalists, undeterred lawyers, a caring judge, and a united fight against cruelty to make this happen.
And yet.
And yet.
Yesterday, five-year-old Liam and his dad Adrian were released from Dilley detention center. I picked them up last night and escorted them back to Minnesota this morning.
Liam is now home. With his hat and his backpack.
Liam is now home. With his hat and his backpack.
February 2, 2026 at 2:58 AM
It took a brave bystander who snapped a picture, a ton of protesting, tenacious journalists, undeterred lawyers, a caring judge, and a united fight against cruelty to make this happen.
And yet.
And yet.
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Judge Biery signed the order with a photo of Liam and two bible verses: The first is "But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven." The second is simply "Jesus wept."
Astonishing thing for a judge to do.
Astonishing thing for a judge to do.
![Philadelphia, September 17, 1787: "Well, Dr. Franklin, what do we have?" "A republic, if you
can keep it."
With a judicial finger in the constitutional dike,
It is so ORDERED.
SIGNED this 31st day of February, 2026.
_________________________________________________
FRED BIERY
UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE
[photo of Liam]
Credit: Bystander
Matthew 19:14
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January 31, 2026 at 8:38 PM
Judge Biery signed the order with a photo of Liam and two bible verses: The first is "But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven." The second is simply "Jesus wept."
Astonishing thing for a judge to do.
Astonishing thing for a judge to do.