George Key
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Chicagoan, Gen X, avid reader, dog foster, pizza connoisseur.
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Donald Trump is playing politics yet again with your money.
His decision to block funding rightfully coming to our state comes at a real cost to our economy.
Illinois is fighting this lawless action by Trump's DOT in court.
His decision to block funding rightfully coming to our state comes at a real cost to our economy.
Illinois is fighting this lawless action by Trump's DOT in court.
Trump kills EV charging programs in blue states
California, Colorado, Illinois and Minnesota are affected by the administration’s decision to rescind more electric vehicle program money.
www.eenews.net
February 13, 2026 at 10:27 PM
Donald Trump is playing politics yet again with your money.
His decision to block funding rightfully coming to our state comes at a real cost to our economy.
Illinois is fighting this lawless action by Trump's DOT in court.
His decision to block funding rightfully coming to our state comes at a real cost to our economy.
Illinois is fighting this lawless action by Trump's DOT in court.
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It's our constitutional right to criticize the government without facing retaliation.
Judge blocks Pentagon from downgrading Sen. Mark Kelly's military rank, pay
A judge banned the Trump administration from taking adverse action against Kelly after he and other Democratic lawmakers urged military members to "refuse illegal orders."
www.cbsnews.com
February 13, 2026 at 1:52 AM
It's our constitutional right to criticize the government without facing retaliation.
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In Minnesota and across the country, ICE and Border Patrol agent are using facial recognition technology to target immigrant communities and intimidate people recording federal agents’ abuses.
Tell Congress to act now and ban immigration agencies from using this dangerous technology.
Tell Congress to act now and ban immigration agencies from using this dangerous technology.
Tell Congress: Get ICE Out of Our Faces
ICE and Border Patrol are deploying faulty facial recognition technology to target members of our communities and violate our rights. Tell Congress: Pass the ICE Out of Our Faces Act.
action.aclu.org
February 12, 2026 at 8:35 PM
In Minnesota and across the country, ICE and Border Patrol agent are using facial recognition technology to target immigrant communities and intimidate people recording federal agents’ abuses.
Tell Congress to act now and ban immigration agencies from using this dangerous technology.
Tell Congress to act now and ban immigration agencies from using this dangerous technology.
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A federal judge dismissed the DOJ’s efforts to obtain Michigan’s unredacted voter rolls, marking a bruising setback for the department’s sweeping national effort to force states to disclose sensitive voter data.
Michigan is just one of 24 states wrestling with the DOJ's unusual demand.
Michigan is just one of 24 states wrestling with the DOJ's unusual demand.
Trump-appointed judge rejects DOJ attempt to access Michigan voter rolls
Michigan is just one of two dozen states wrestling with the unusual demand from the DOJ.
www.democracydocket.com
February 12, 2026 at 2:00 AM
A federal judge dismissed the DOJ’s efforts to obtain Michigan’s unredacted voter rolls, marking a bruising setback for the department’s sweeping national effort to force states to disclose sensitive voter data.
Michigan is just one of 24 states wrestling with the DOJ's unusual demand.
Michigan is just one of 24 states wrestling with the DOJ's unusual demand.
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Like in the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, DHS might have gotten away with its false claims about Martinez were it not for the video evidence that contradicted its account.
DHS shot her and called her a “terrorist.” New videos show something different.
"It’s time to get aggressive," a Border Patrol agent said shortly before Marimar Martinez was shot five times.
www.motherjones.com
February 12, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Like in the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, DHS might have gotten away with its false claims about Martinez were it not for the video evidence that contradicted its account.
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The latest research shows that less than 2% of immigrants detained in Trump's second term are rapists and murderers, and less than 2% are gang members. Source: www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-arr...
February 10, 2026 at 10:10 PM
The latest research shows that less than 2% of immigrants detained in Trump's second term are rapists and murderers, and less than 2% are gang members. Source: www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-arr...
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Trying to LOWER the minimum wage for countless workers — including those just getting a start in the workforce.
After voters in both states approved minimum wage increases. And while the nation struggles with an affordability crisis.
The GOP agenda.
After voters in both states approved minimum wage increases. And while the nation struggles with an affordability crisis.
The GOP agenda.
February 10, 2026 at 10:13 PM
Trying to LOWER the minimum wage for countless workers — including those just getting a start in the workforce.
After voters in both states approved minimum wage increases. And while the nation struggles with an affordability crisis.
The GOP agenda.
After voters in both states approved minimum wage increases. And while the nation struggles with an affordability crisis.
The GOP agenda.
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You know Stephen Miller is losing his fucking mind right now. 🤣
February 9, 2026 at 1:30 AM
You know Stephen Miller is losing his fucking mind right now. 🤣
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The man who told reporters it’s time to move on from the Epstein files won’t shut up about the 2020 election.
February 7, 2026 at 3:18 PM
The man who told reporters it’s time to move on from the Epstein files won’t shut up about the 2020 election.
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NEW: Insurrectionist pardoned by Trump has been arrested for child sex crimes. www.texastribune.org/2025/02/06/a...
Houston man pardoned by Trump arrested on child sex charge - The Texas Tribune
Andrew Taake received a six-year sentence for assaulting officers on Jan. 6. He was arrested Thursday on an outstanding charge of soliciting a minor.
www.texastribune.org
February 7, 2026 at 12:21 AM
NEW: Insurrectionist pardoned by Trump has been arrested for child sex crimes. www.texastribune.org/2025/02/06/a...
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We condemn President Trump’s racist depiction of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, which reflects a long and shameful history in this country of using racism to silence, demean, and divide.
February 7, 2026 at 12:48 AM
We condemn President Trump’s racist depiction of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, which reflects a long and shameful history in this country of using racism to silence, demean, and divide.
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Everyone in the White House involved in any way with that vile, sickening racist Trump post must be fired immediately: everyone in the communications department, everyone in the press office, every deputy chief of staff, everyone involved up and down the line. Not one more tax dollar for this filth.
BREAKING: President Trump removes a racist video depicting the Obamas as apes. The White House initially defended the post, then blamed it on a staffer.
Trump shares racist video depicting the Obamas as monkeys
The White House defended Trump's post, saying it was "from an internet meme video depicting President Trump as the King of the Jungle."
nbcnews.to
February 6, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Everyone in the White House involved in any way with that vile, sickening racist Trump post must be fired immediately: everyone in the communications department, everyone in the press office, every deputy chief of staff, everyone involved up and down the line. Not one more tax dollar for this filth.
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Illinois will formally adopt the child and adolescent immunization schedule created by the American Academy of Pediatrics, marking another break from federal officials who are limiting the number of recommended vaccines for young children.
Illinois endorses American Academy of Pediatrics vaccine schedule despite changes to federal guidance
chicago.suntimes.com
February 6, 2026 at 4:16 AM
Illinois will formally adopt the child and adolescent immunization schedule created by the American Academy of Pediatrics, marking another break from federal officials who are limiting the number of recommended vaccines for young children.
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Oregon's U.S. District Court Judge, Mustafa Kasubhai, granted a preliminary injunction in a proposed class-action lawsuit targeting the DHS' practice of "arrest first, justify later."
www.npr.org/2026/02/05/g...
www.npr.org/2026/02/05/g...
ICE can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless there's a likelihood of escape, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.
www.npr.org
February 5, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Oregon's U.S. District Court Judge, Mustafa Kasubhai, granted a preliminary injunction in a proposed class-action lawsuit targeting the DHS' practice of "arrest first, justify later."
www.npr.org/2026/02/05/g...
www.npr.org/2026/02/05/g...
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NEW: Members of congress, election officials and pro-voting advocates are denouncing Trump’s rapidly-escalating push to overtake elections from states.
But Trump is doubling down, and instead pushing to “nationalize voting.”
But Trump is doubling down, and instead pushing to “nationalize voting.”
Trump doubles down on taking over elections, as outrage builds
"Trump is using the federal government to weaken our democracy, and he has escalated his attacks in his second term,” Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold said. “He will not succeed.”
www.democracydocket.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:53 PM
NEW: Members of congress, election officials and pro-voting advocates are denouncing Trump’s rapidly-escalating push to overtake elections from states.
But Trump is doubling down, and instead pushing to “nationalize voting.”
But Trump is doubling down, and instead pushing to “nationalize voting.”
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Some AMAZING news out of SCOTUS today:
SCOTUS denies the GOP’s request for an injunction to block California’s Prop 50 redistricting plan while the Republicans’ appeal winds its way through the system.
SCOTUS denies the GOP’s request for an injunction to block California’s Prop 50 redistricting plan while the Republicans’ appeal winds its way through the system.
February 4, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Some AMAZING news out of SCOTUS today:
SCOTUS denies the GOP’s request for an injunction to block California’s Prop 50 redistricting plan while the Republicans’ appeal winds its way through the system.
SCOTUS denies the GOP’s request for an injunction to block California’s Prop 50 redistricting plan while the Republicans’ appeal winds its way through the system.
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BERNIE SANDERS: Do vaccines cause autism?
BHATTACHARYA: I do not believe that the measles vaccine causes autism
SANDERS: Nah. Uh uh. I didn't ask measles. Do vaccines cause autism?
BHATTACHARYA: I have not seen a study that suggests any single vaccine causes autism
BHATTACHARYA: I do not believe that the measles vaccine causes autism
SANDERS: Nah. Uh uh. I didn't ask measles. Do vaccines cause autism?
BHATTACHARYA: I have not seen a study that suggests any single vaccine causes autism
February 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM
BERNIE SANDERS: Do vaccines cause autism?
BHATTACHARYA: I do not believe that the measles vaccine causes autism
SANDERS: Nah. Uh uh. I didn't ask measles. Do vaccines cause autism?
BHATTACHARYA: I have not seen a study that suggests any single vaccine causes autism
BHATTACHARYA: I do not believe that the measles vaccine causes autism
SANDERS: Nah. Uh uh. I didn't ask measles. Do vaccines cause autism?
BHATTACHARYA: I have not seen a study that suggests any single vaccine causes autism
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ICE is running a “conveyor belt” of illegally detained Minnesota families.
Agents are arresting entire families with legal status and immediately shipping them off to Texas to deny them legal representation and avoid the federal courts in Minnesota.
The cruelty is endless.
Agents are arresting entire families with legal status and immediately shipping them off to Texas to deny them legal representation and avoid the federal courts in Minnesota.
The cruelty is endless.
‘ICE conveyor belt’ illegally detaining, moving Minnesota children to Texas faster than courts can respond
ICE is pulling Minnesota immigrant families with legal status out of their driveways, homes and school commutes and send
www.mprnews.org
February 3, 2026 at 1:01 AM
ICE is running a “conveyor belt” of illegally detained Minnesota families.
Agents are arresting entire families with legal status and immediately shipping them off to Texas to deny them legal representation and avoid the federal courts in Minnesota.
The cruelty is endless.
Agents are arresting entire families with legal status and immediately shipping them off to Texas to deny them legal representation and avoid the federal courts in Minnesota.
The cruelty is endless.
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Polymarket, the gambling app that lets users bet on just about anything, was being investigated for violating money laundering laws.
Then Trump became president. The DOJ dropped its probe. And Don Jr. (who was an investor) got hired as an advisor to the company.
Funny how that works, huh?
Then Trump became president. The DOJ dropped its probe. And Don Jr. (who was an investor) got hired as an advisor to the company.
Funny how that works, huh?
February 2, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Polymarket, the gambling app that lets users bet on just about anything, was being investigated for violating money laundering laws.
Then Trump became president. The DOJ dropped its probe. And Don Jr. (who was an investor) got hired as an advisor to the company.
Funny how that works, huh?
Then Trump became president. The DOJ dropped its probe. And Don Jr. (who was an investor) got hired as an advisor to the company.
Funny how that works, huh?
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NEW: A federal judge blocked DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s attempt to require members of Congress to provide seven days notice before conducting in-person oversight visits to ICE detention facilities.
The ruling marks the second time in the past few months Noem’s mandate has been temporarily halted.
The ruling marks the second time in the past few months Noem’s mandate has been temporarily halted.
Federal judge again blocks Noem’s attempt to limit Congress’ access to ICE facilities
Noem has tried to require members of Congress to say in advance when they plan to visit a facility.
www.democracydocket.com
February 2, 2026 at 8:38 PM
NEW: A federal judge blocked DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s attempt to require members of Congress to provide seven days notice before conducting in-person oversight visits to ICE detention facilities.
The ruling marks the second time in the past few months Noem’s mandate has been temporarily halted.
The ruling marks the second time in the past few months Noem’s mandate has been temporarily halted.
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"The Fulton County raid is a test run for messing with election administrators and the counting of ballots in the midterm elections in 2026..."
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February 1, 2026 at 10:20 PM
"The Fulton County raid is a test run for messing with election administrators and the counting of ballots in the midterm elections in 2026..."
slate.com/news-and-pol...
slate.com/news-and-pol...
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And guess what? We've got a criminal statute for that:
February 1, 2026 at 5:52 PM
And guess what? We've got a criminal statute for that:
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NEW: A federal judge has ordered 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his father RELEASED from the Dilley detention center. www.cnn.com/2026/01/31/u...
Source: Judge orders 5-year-old Liam Ramos and father released | CNN
A federal judge has ordered the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejos Ramos and his father from the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, Texas, according to a source with knowledge of the fed...
www.cnn.com
January 31, 2026 at 8:25 PM
NEW: A federal judge has ordered 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his father RELEASED from the Dilley detention center. www.cnn.com/2026/01/31/u...
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straight up Gestapo shit
January 31, 2026 at 8:54 PM
straight up Gestapo shit
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Blessed are those who go to the mat for civil liberties without having to see an American citizen murdered in the street by agents of the state.
The Killing of Alex Pretti Put Democracy Back on the Ballot
Minneapolis has convinced Democrats that the election can’t just be about affordability.
lnk.thebulwark.com
January 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Blessed are those who go to the mat for civil liberties without having to see an American citizen murdered in the street by agents of the state.