Nigel Herbig
@nigelherbig.bsky.social
Dad, husband, political dork. Mayor of Kenmore, WA
Disc golfer, #TBTL Ten, #Seahawks fan. Passionate about transit, housing, and climate - they're all inextricably connected, folks!
Disc golfer, #TBTL Ten, #Seahawks fan. Passionate about transit, housing, and climate - they're all inextricably connected, folks!
You have to love a playoff game where you're embarrassing your opponent so much that your 2nd string QB can get a good chunk of playtime in the 4th quarter!
#GoHawks
#GoHawks
January 18, 2026 at 4:03 AM
You have to love a playoff game where you're embarrassing your opponent so much that your 2nd string QB can get a good chunk of playtime in the 4th quarter!
#GoHawks
#GoHawks
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Two days ago it was Elissa Slotkin. Last week it was Jerome Powell. Before that, Mark Kelly. Weaponizing the justice system against your opponents is an authoritarian tactic.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
Breaking news: The Justice Department has issued subpoenas for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as part of an investigation alleging that they are impeding federal law enforcement officers’ abilities to do their jobs in the state.
Justice Dept. launches criminal investigation of Minnesota governor
The Justice Department has issued subpoenas for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as part of an investigation into impeding law enforcement.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 16, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Two days ago it was Elissa Slotkin. Last week it was Jerome Powell. Before that, Mark Kelly. Weaponizing the justice system against your opponents is an authoritarian tactic.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
The only person not being investigated for the shooting of Renee Good is the federal agent who shot her.
Law enforcement should never hide their identity - it erodes trust with the public, and decreases accountability. I hope this bill is quickly passed by the Senate and the House.
BREAKING: The Senate Law & Justice Committee just advanced SB 5855, Senator Valdez's bill to prohibit law enforcement from wearing masks and to require identifying information.
ICE is out of control. Let’s get that bill to my desk immediately so I can sign it into law.
ICE is out of control. Let’s get that bill to my desk immediately so I can sign it into law.
January 17, 2026 at 3:51 AM
Law enforcement should never hide their identity - it erodes trust with the public, and decreases accountability. I hope this bill is quickly passed by the Senate and the House.
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BREAKING: The Senate Law & Justice Committee just advanced SB 5855, Senator Valdez's bill to prohibit law enforcement from wearing masks and to require identifying information.
ICE is out of control. Let’s get that bill to my desk immediately so I can sign it into law.
ICE is out of control. Let’s get that bill to my desk immediately so I can sign it into law.
January 15, 2026 at 10:41 PM
BREAKING: The Senate Law & Justice Committee just advanced SB 5855, Senator Valdez's bill to prohibit law enforcement from wearing masks and to require identifying information.
ICE is out of control. Let’s get that bill to my desk immediately so I can sign it into law.
ICE is out of control. Let’s get that bill to my desk immediately so I can sign it into law.
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the first democratic district attorney to arrest an ice agent will become a top tier presidential candidate
January 14, 2026 at 11:51 PM
the first democratic district attorney to arrest an ice agent will become a top tier presidential candidate
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all the gravitas of the set from win ben stein’s money
Update — Here is what the new apparent CBS News segment "Whiskey Fridays with Tony Dokoupil" may look like:
January 13, 2026 at 11:32 PM
all the gravitas of the set from win ben stein’s money
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Frost: For so long, the right wing has held up patriotism as a vibe, as an aesthetic. But patriotism is more than bald eagles and flags and beer. Patriotism is about loving the people who live in the damn country — every single one of them.
January 13, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Frost: For so long, the right wing has held up patriotism as a vibe, as an aesthetic. But patriotism is more than bald eagles and flags and beer. Patriotism is about loving the people who live in the damn country — every single one of them.
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Markey: Vance said that he was just doing his job. Murdering a young mother and orphaning her child is not a job. It is a crime
January 13, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Markey: Vance said that he was just doing his job. Murdering a young mother and orphaning her child is not a job. It is a crime
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The only reason this autoworker has the freedom to speak truth to power without fear of losing his livelihood is because he's in a union.
Amazing, a Ford worker called Trump a “pedophile protector” during his visit to an assembly plant in Michigan today.
In return, Trump, who has failed to release the Epstein files, yelled, “fuck you” and flipped off the worker.
In return, Trump, who has failed to release the Epstein files, yelled, “fuck you” and flipped off the worker.
January 14, 2026 at 1:08 AM
The only reason this autoworker has the freedom to speak truth to power without fear of losing his livelihood is because he's in a union.
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I look forward to the day when the AP Style Guide adopts "goons" as the correct term to use when referring to ICE agents.
January 14, 2026 at 1:20 AM
I look forward to the day when the AP Style Guide adopts "goons" as the correct term to use when referring to ICE agents.
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Sometimes they just tell us they are weaponizing the criminal justice system to push their political agenda.
Sen. Kevin Cramer: "Maybe the point should be if you're the attorney for Jay Powell and you want to avoid an indictment, how about you go to Jeanine Pirro and say, 'I'll make a deal. I'll step down today if you drop the investigation today.' To me, that would be a win win for everybody."
January 13, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Sometimes they just tell us they are weaponizing the criminal justice system to push their political agenda.
Walter Cronkite is rolling over in his grave.
Update — Here is what the new apparent CBS News segment "Whiskey Fridays with Tony Dokoupil" may look like:
January 14, 2026 at 1:39 AM
Walter Cronkite is rolling over in his grave.
That's called "blackmail", and it's illegal.
Sen. Kevin Cramer: "Maybe the point should be if you're the attorney for Jay Powell and you want to avoid an indictment, how about you go to Jeanine Pirro and say, 'I'll make a deal. I'll step down today if you drop the investigation today.' To me, that would be a win win for everybody."
January 14, 2026 at 1:36 AM
That's called "blackmail", and it's illegal.
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Would you support or oppose abolishing ICE? (Economist/YouGov, n=1602, 1/9-1/12/2026)
Support: 46%
Oppose: 43%
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Support: 46%
Oppose: 43%
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January 13, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Would you support or oppose abolishing ICE? (Economist/YouGov, n=1602, 1/9-1/12/2026)
Support: 46%
Oppose: 43%
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Support: 46%
Oppose: 43%
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The Republican Party, party of Lincoln, has no discernible ideological beliefs that are more important than loyalty to Trump
NEWSNATION: Why now are you for price controls?
SEN. ROGER MARSHALL: I think desperate times calls for desperate measures
SEN. ROGER MARSHALL: I think desperate times calls for desperate measures
January 13, 2026 at 4:27 AM
The Republican Party, party of Lincoln, has no discernible ideological beliefs that are more important than loyalty to Trump
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Congratulations to Mayor Herbig and Deputy Mayor Sasson on their elections tonight and to Councilmember Adman on his first meeting. And thank you to city staff for the whirlwind, informative look ahead. 2026 has potential to be a good one locally. I look forward to watching this council in action!
January 13, 2026 at 6:23 AM
Congratulations to Mayor Herbig and Deputy Mayor Sasson on their elections tonight and to Councilmember Adman on his first meeting. And thank you to city staff for the whirlwind, informative look ahead. 2026 has potential to be a good one locally. I look forward to watching this council in action!
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Nigel Herbig will continue serving as Kenmore's mayor after a unanimous vote tonight. @nigelherbig.bsky.social
Councilmember Sasson nominates Nigel Herbig. No further nominations. No discussion. Nigel appointed mayor for another term by unanimous consent!
January 13, 2026 at 3:49 AM
Nigel Herbig will continue serving as Kenmore's mayor after a unanimous vote tonight. @nigelherbig.bsky.social
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Gallego: "They literally murdered an American. What happened that day was absolute murder and that ICE officer should be in jail ... I didn't wear a mask in Iraq."
January 13, 2026 at 4:18 AM
Gallego: "They literally murdered an American. What happened that day was absolute murder and that ICE officer should be in jail ... I didn't wear a mask in Iraq."
It's not like we needed another reason, but if any House Rep was looking for a reason to impeach Hegseth - here you go!
Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
U.S. Attacked Boat With Aircraft That Looked Like a Civilian Plane
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 6:31 AM
It's not like we needed another reason, but if any House Rep was looking for a reason to impeach Hegseth - here you go!
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Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
U.S. Attacked Boat With Aircraft That Looked Like a Civilian Plane
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
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This is very serious. We are committing war crimes.
Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
U.S. Attacked Boat With Aircraft That Looked Like a Civilian Plane
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 4:17 AM
This is very serious. We are committing war crimes.
Any ties Renee Good had with any group is completely irrelevant to her killing. This is a distraction.
Local authorities should start the indictment process for Jonathan Ross, but the FBI is doing everything they can to muddy the waters and protect their state-sponsored thug.
Local authorities should start the indictment process for Jonathan Ross, but the FBI is doing everything they can to muddy the waters and protect their state-sponsored thug.
F.B.I. Inquiry Into ICE Shooting Is Examining Victim’s Possible Ties to Activist Groups www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/u...
F.B.I. Inquiry Into ICE Shooting Is Examining Victim’s Possible Ties to Activist Groups
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 6:29 AM
Any ties Renee Good had with any group is completely irrelevant to her killing. This is a distraction.
Local authorities should start the indictment process for Jonathan Ross, but the FBI is doing everything they can to muddy the waters and protect their state-sponsored thug.
Local authorities should start the indictment process for Jonathan Ross, but the FBI is doing everything they can to muddy the waters and protect their state-sponsored thug.
Ghouls.
Bovino on the officer who killed Renee Good: "Hats off to that ICE agent"
January 13, 2026 at 6:15 AM
Ghouls.
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Bovino on the officer who killed Renee Good: "Hats off to that ICE agent"
January 13, 2026 at 2:42 AM
Bovino on the officer who killed Renee Good: "Hats off to that ICE agent"
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I would strongly advocate that Democrats recognize that they could weaken Trump more effectively by holding impeachment hearings on some of his most out-of-control and vulnerable appointees.
IMPEACH: The case for Democrats to get moving on impeachment now—and what that would look like, and why it could help them rather than hurt them in the midterms. (And not just Trump but his terrible cabinet, too.)
From @jilldlawrence.bsky.social.
www.thebulwark.com/p/embracing-...
From @jilldlawrence.bsky.social.
www.thebulwark.com/p/embracing-...
Embracing Impeachment
The case against Trump and his cabinet keeps growing—and the argument for waiting is no longer convincing.
www.thebulwark.com
January 13, 2026 at 4:04 AM
I would strongly advocate that Democrats recognize that they could weaken Trump more effectively by holding impeachment hearings on some of his most out-of-control and vulnerable appointees.