Matt Rodier
@matthewrodier.bsky.social
Photojournalist primarily focused on the impact of conflict on civilians and political movements. I once spent the better part of a decade researching how governments work.
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FT reports that US is bullying Ukraine to withdraw from the Donbas territory it controls
US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory - giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/... via @FT
US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory - giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/... via @FT
US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory
Washington signalled Kyiv would receive more backing after any withdrawal from the Donbas, say people familiar with talks
giftarticle.ft.com
January 27, 2026 at 11:12 AM
FT reports that US is bullying Ukraine to withdraw from the Donbas territory it controls
US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory - giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/... via @FT
US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory - giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/... via @FT
In July of 2025 the U.S. dollar was at 58% of global reserve currency. Now it is at roughly 40%. The Euro is at roughly 20%. If those lines ever cross America is in serious trouble.
The US Dollar share of global reserve currency has fallen to its lowest level this century.
It’s hard to think Trump isn’t acting purely in the interests of Russia and China.
It’s hard to think Trump isn’t acting purely in the interests of Russia and China.
January 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM
In July of 2025 the U.S. dollar was at 58% of global reserve currency. Now it is at roughly 40%. The Euro is at roughly 20%. If those lines ever cross America is in serious trouble.
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if bovino is out and conservatives are turning on noem then there is a real opportunity to demand that miller resign too.
January 27, 2026 at 1:07 AM
if bovino is out and conservatives are turning on noem then there is a real opportunity to demand that miller resign too.
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As @washingtonpost.com international & local correspondents, we have risked our lives, side by side, because we believe reporting from the ground serves the public good. To choke that engine of brave, committed colleagues would be devastating. If you value our work, tell Jeff Bezos to #SaveThePost.
January 26, 2026 at 6:38 PM
As @washingtonpost.com international & local correspondents, we have risked our lives, side by side, because we believe reporting from the ground serves the public good. To choke that engine of brave, committed colleagues would be devastating. If you value our work, tell Jeff Bezos to #SaveThePost.
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it’s now deadly cold in new york, and will remain that ways for days. we have a very good guide on how the city responds to unsheltered people, and how to help them, when winter gets bitter
www.thecity.nyc/2026/01/22/f...
www.thecity.nyc/2026/01/22/f...
January 25, 2026 at 5:39 AM
it’s now deadly cold in new york, and will remain that ways for days. we have a very good guide on how the city responds to unsheltered people, and how to help them, when winter gets bitter
www.thecity.nyc/2026/01/22/f...
www.thecity.nyc/2026/01/22/f...
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Memory is a fragile thing in this moment, so it is important to keep in mind that Hakeem Jeffries refused to whip his caucus against ICE funding earlier this week.
January 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Memory is a fragile thing in this moment, so it is important to keep in mind that Hakeem Jeffries refused to whip his caucus against ICE funding earlier this week.
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ICE is now responsible for 66% of the homicides in Minneapolis this year.
January 24, 2026 at 4:51 PM
ICE is now responsible for 66% of the homicides in Minneapolis this year.
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Our initial analysis is up.
The video footage appears to show that the gun was taken away from the man before he was shot.
He was UNARMED before any of the shots were fired.
The video footage appears to show that the gun was taken away from the man before he was shot.
He was UNARMED before any of the shots were fired.
Federal law enforcement agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis on Jan. 24 according to local police officials. DHS told Fox News that the man was “armed with a gun”. A video of the shooting appears to show that a gun was taken from the man before the first shot was fired. x.com/BillMelugin_...
January 24, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Our initial analysis is up.
The video footage appears to show that the gun was taken away from the man before he was shot.
He was UNARMED before any of the shots were fired.
The video footage appears to show that the gun was taken away from the man before he was shot.
He was UNARMED before any of the shots were fired.
When you execute an unarmed man after you disarm him that’s called murder.
January 24, 2026 at 7:13 PM
When you execute an unarmed man after you disarm him that’s called murder.
Sad but true. With this regime the propaganda machine starts running before the victim’s body is cold.
Treat the US government and ICE claims like you'd treat a Russian government claim after they've shot down an airliner or bombed a hospital. America 2026.
January 24, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Sad but true. With this regime the propaganda machine starts running before the victim’s body is cold.
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As the other E Higgins points out, he looks like he was disarmed prior to the shooting
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The guy in grey disarms the man on the ground being beaten—BEFORE shots were fired
January 24, 2026 at 5:09 PM
As the other E Higgins points out, he looks like he was disarmed prior to the shooting
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How many people have to be killed in broad daylight for democrats to show a spine
January 24, 2026 at 4:47 PM
How many people have to be killed in broad daylight for democrats to show a spine
With any luck in two hours I will leave this airport. I’ve been here for 12 hours already and I have to say I’m good. Think I could go for some non-airport time.
Flight canceled, spending the night in Ohare. Good times.
January 24, 2026 at 9:55 AM
With any luck in two hours I will leave this airport. I’ve been here for 12 hours already and I have to say I’m good. Think I could go for some non-airport time.
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fear.
they need to demonstrate that resistance is worse than useless, that it will be broken, and that their agents have impunity regardless of their actions.
they need to demonstrate that resistance is worse than useless, that it will be broken, and that their agents have impunity regardless of their actions.
So… what’s the strategic goal for the administration in Minnesota, exactly?
I’m not being cute, I don’t understand the theory of victory here and want someone to explain it to me.
I’m not being cute, I don’t understand the theory of victory here and want someone to explain it to me.
January 24, 2026 at 1:18 AM
fear.
they need to demonstrate that resistance is worse than useless, that it will be broken, and that their agents have impunity regardless of their actions.
they need to demonstrate that resistance is worse than useless, that it will be broken, and that their agents have impunity regardless of their actions.
Flight canceled, spending the night in Ohare. Good times.
January 24, 2026 at 5:05 AM
Flight canceled, spending the night in Ohare. Good times.
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Seeing a bunch of normal ass midwestern moms and dads marching in -20 degrees knowing they might be tear gassed or worse really drives home what a cowardly lot of people the pundit class is
January 23, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Seeing a bunch of normal ass midwestern moms and dads marching in -20 degrees knowing they might be tear gassed or worse really drives home what a cowardly lot of people the pundit class is
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The grimness of US history should encourage us. Yes, people used to send lynching postcards. And other people saw that, worked towards building a more just society anyway, and succeeded beyond anyone's wildest imagination. There's more work to be done. What's our excuse for choosing despair instead?
I understand and appreciate the fact that for some it is genuinely uncomfortable and distracting to think about how grim US history is. yes, that is strategically relevant, and no, I wouldn't put "did you know people used to send lynching photos to each other as postcards?" on a recruitment flyer
January 22, 2026 at 7:18 PM
The grimness of US history should encourage us. Yes, people used to send lynching postcards. And other people saw that, worked towards building a more just society anyway, and succeeded beyond anyone's wildest imagination. There's more work to be done. What's our excuse for choosing despair instead?
This is your regular reminder that there is no govt policy in America that could survive a prolonged general strike.
Powerful people live lives of extreme comfort and care about money a great deal. A general strike would take advantage of those vulnerabilities.
Powerful people live lives of extreme comfort and care about money a great deal. A general strike would take advantage of those vulnerabilities.
There's at least one place observing the strike for every letter of the alphabet! And for some letters, there are *dozens*...
there are a bunch of big names on this list, including multiple beard award winners, and some places i never would have guessed in a hundred years (the malt shop?!) and i'm genuinely floored and delighted to see so many participants
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January 23, 2026 at 4:27 AM
This is your regular reminder that there is no govt policy in America that could survive a prolonged general strike.
Powerful people live lives of extreme comfort and care about money a great deal. A general strike would take advantage of those vulnerabilities.
Powerful people live lives of extreme comfort and care about money a great deal. A general strike would take advantage of those vulnerabilities.
Out in Chicago, spent the day looking at apts. I think I’m gonna move here.
January 23, 2026 at 3:32 AM
Out in Chicago, spent the day looking at apts. I think I’m gonna move here.
Ah, the magical two weeks. Can’t remember if he was going to end the war in Ukraine “in two weeks” three or four times, but it was multiple times.
Trump on Greenland: “We’ll have something in two weeks. There a good spirit to get something done. And we have to have a strong freedom.” (Speaking to reporters on Air Force One.)
January 23, 2026 at 2:36 AM
Ah, the magical two weeks. Can’t remember if he was going to end the war in Ukraine “in two weeks” three or four times, but it was multiple times.
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Jack Smith: "My fear is that we have seen the rule of law function in our country for so long that many of us have come to take it for granted. The rule of law is not self-executing. It depends on our collective commitment to apply it."
January 22, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Jack Smith: "My fear is that we have seen the rule of law function in our country for so long that many of us have come to take it for granted. The rule of law is not self-executing. It depends on our collective commitment to apply it."
Had been meaning to point this out for colleagues new to this type of work or anyone who may be exposed to tear gas or pepper spray: when you get home after start the shower cold.
I jumped in a hot shower once after exposure and essentially pepper sprayed and tear gassed myself. Not a good time.
I jumped in a hot shower once after exposure and essentially pepper sprayed and tear gassed myself. Not a good time.
Former USAF here who went through basic CBRN and got doused in the stuff.
When washing off afterwards, shower in cold water first. Warm water will not only open your pores to release any clinging tear gas but also reactivate the stuff. Having a second round in your shower is unpleasant.
When washing off afterwards, shower in cold water first. Warm water will not only open your pores to release any clinging tear gas but also reactivate the stuff. Having a second round in your shower is unpleasant.
January 22, 2026 at 4:28 AM
Had been meaning to point this out for colleagues new to this type of work or anyone who may be exposed to tear gas or pepper spray: when you get home after start the shower cold.
I jumped in a hot shower once after exposure and essentially pepper sprayed and tear gassed myself. Not a good time.
I jumped in a hot shower once after exposure and essentially pepper sprayed and tear gassed myself. Not a good time.
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“the agent took the child out of the still-running car, led him to the door and directed him to knock on the door asking to be let in in order to see if anyone else was home, essentially using a 5-year-old as bait.”
Agents later took the father and child away in a vehicle and sent them to Texas
Agents later took the father and child away in a vehicle and sent them to Texas
The Columbia Heights school district says ICE detained four of its students, including a 5-year-old boy, as "bait" to draw out family members.
ICE detains 5-year old Minnesota boy; lawyer says agents used him as ‘bait’
The Columbia Heights school district says federal agents have detained four children in their district. School officials and a lawyer for the family say agents used 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramo as “bai...
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January 22, 2026 at 3:15 AM
“the agent took the child out of the still-running car, led him to the door and directed him to knock on the door asking to be let in in order to see if anyone else was home, essentially using a 5-year-old as bait.”
Agents later took the father and child away in a vehicle and sent them to Texas
Agents later took the father and child away in a vehicle and sent them to Texas
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This guy went to work today, put a mask on, kidnapped a 5 year old child, and then used him as bait so both he and his father could be sent behind bars
January 22, 2026 at 2:13 AM
This guy went to work today, put a mask on, kidnapped a 5 year old child, and then used him as bait so both he and his father could be sent behind bars