Rob Harris
@orobharris.bsky.social
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LEO (Hillsboro OR)
Small business owner | Lawyer (r) | Chair, Oregon Public Defense Commission
Experienced Husband and Dad to daughters
LEO (Hillsboro OR)
Small business owner | Lawyer (r) | Chair, Oregon Public Defense Commission
Experienced Husband and Dad to daughters
The most important and boring essay you shoyld read today. Gift link www.nytimes.com/2026/02/17/o...
Opinion | Trump Is Raising Billions in Federal Funds. That’s Not a Good Thing.
www.nytimes.com
February 17, 2026 at 3:24 PM
The most important and boring essay you shoyld read today. Gift link www.nytimes.com/2026/02/17/o...
Thanks Trump
‘His life is in danger,’ U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro said about newborn Juan Nicolás. The child fell ill after spending almost a month — or half his life — in a San Antonio-area family detention facility.
Two-month-old baby 'choking on his own vomit' while detained in Dilley
'His life is in danger,' U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro said about newborn Juan Nicolás. The child fell ill after spending almost a month — or half his life — in a San Antonio-area family detention facility...
www.sacurrent.com
February 17, 2026 at 4:56 AM
Thanks Trump
Enjoy the simple things
February 13, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Enjoy the simple things
“C.B.P. officials thought they were firing (using a laser weapon on loan from DOD) on a cartel drone…but it turned out to be a party balloon”
CBP is dangerously grossly incompetent
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/11/u...
CBP is dangerously grossly incompetent
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/11/u...
Border Officials Are Said to Have Caused El Paso Closure by Firing Anti-Drone Laser
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:26 PM
“C.B.P. officials thought they were firing (using a laser weapon on loan from DOD) on a cartel drone…but it turned out to be a party balloon”
CBP is dangerously grossly incompetent
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/11/u...
CBP is dangerously grossly incompetent
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/11/u...
This has always been Trumos secret superpower in winning elections. Low info voters
open.substack.com/pub/gelliott...
open.substack.com/pub/gelliott...
The less voters knew, the more they liked Trump in 2024. Not Anymore
The least-engaged Americans have swung 25 points against him since 2024 — about twice the shift among everyone else. Trump has flattened the engagement gap.
open.substack.com
February 12, 2026 at 2:53 PM
This has always been Trumos secret superpower in winning elections. Low info voters
open.substack.com/pub/gelliott...
open.substack.com/pub/gelliott...
Opinion | These Three Red States Are the Best Hope in Schooling
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February 9, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Oregon DA's claim Oregon has an expensive public defense system because some law firms get paid $250,000/yr. But that has to cover two employees (lawyer and staff) payroll taxes + health care for both + all office overhead like rent etc (likely $50k/yr). But here is JUST SALARY for 1 Dep DA
February 7, 2026 at 4:29 AM
Oregon DA's claim Oregon has an expensive public defense system because some law firms get paid $250,000/yr. But that has to cover two employees (lawyer and staff) payroll taxes + health care for both + all office overhead like rent etc (likely $50k/yr). But here is JUST SALARY for 1 Dep DA
As chair of the Oregon Public Defense Commission. See my statement below
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
Oregon’s highest court just created a ticking clock for prosecutors in criminal cases
“There must be a limit to the amount of time that the state can maintain a criminal prosecution without appointing counsel for an eligible defendant,” Justice Rebecca Duncan wrote in the court’s opini...
www.oregonlive.com
February 7, 2026 at 4:06 AM
As chair of the Oregon Public Defense Commission. See my statement below
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
Why “14 or maybe 15 places”.
Because 14 states plus DC don’t require voter ID. This has been game planned
abcnews.go.com/Politics/tru...
Because 14 states plus DC don’t require voter ID. This has been game planned
abcnews.go.com/Politics/tru...
Trump urges Republicans to 'take over' and 'nationalize' voting
President Trump called on Republicans to "nationalize" voting with the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon.
abcnews.go.com
February 3, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Why “14 or maybe 15 places”.
Because 14 states plus DC don’t require voter ID. This has been game planned
abcnews.go.com/Politics/tru...
Because 14 states plus DC don’t require voter ID. This has been game planned
abcnews.go.com/Politics/tru...
There are about 1800 unaccompanied unsheltered adults between 18-24 in Oregon. Signing ALL of them up would cost 48.6 mil over two years. Much less in later years as the population dropped over time. We should also not require someone to fall into being unsheltered to enroll in the program
Direct cash assistance from the state is helping homeless Oregon youth find housing, according to the results of a pilot program that concluded last year.
Homeless Oregon youth got $1,000 a month for two years. Most found housing after. • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon is the second of its kind in the nation to implement the direct cash transfer program after New York City.
buff.ly
January 30, 2026 at 11:44 PM
There are about 1800 unaccompanied unsheltered adults between 18-24 in Oregon. Signing ALL of them up would cost 48.6 mil over two years. Much less in later years as the population dropped over time. We should also not require someone to fall into being unsheltered to enroll in the program
‘Oregonians Broadman said remember the armed sieges in Ruby Ridge & in the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, So he hopes to introduce a bill similar to the one in Colorado that would apply to federal constitutional violations, but would not be limited to immigration’
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
As Minneapolis Rages, Legislators Move to Restrict ICE in Their States
www.nytimes.com
January 28, 2026 at 4:16 PM
‘Oregonians Broadman said remember the armed sieges in Ruby Ridge & in the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, So he hopes to introduce a bill similar to the one in Colorado that would apply to federal constitutional violations, but would not be limited to immigration’
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
Reposted by Rob Harris
Eyewitness says she has not even been contacted by federal investigators
January 28, 2026 at 4:16 AM
Eyewitness says she has not even been contacted by federal investigators
Cities counties and states should make it a policy to not hire anyone who worked for CBP from today until the abuse ends
Our citizens can’t afford the risk of hiring any shooters or those willfully violating our constitution. And we simply don’t know who is who.
Our citizens can’t afford the risk of hiring any shooters or those willfully violating our constitution. And we simply don’t know who is who.
January 27, 2026 at 9:08 PM
Cities counties and states should make it a policy to not hire anyone who worked for CBP from today until the abuse ends
Our citizens can’t afford the risk of hiring any shooters or those willfully violating our constitution. And we simply don’t know who is who.
Our citizens can’t afford the risk of hiring any shooters or those willfully violating our constitution. And we simply don’t know who is who.
Immediate de escalation.
Negotiate immigration and border security security reforms.
A good first proposal from a GOP congressman seeking to hold onto his swing seat.
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www.nytimes.com/2026/01/27/o...
Negotiate immigration and border security security reforms.
A good first proposal from a GOP congressman seeking to hold onto his swing seat.
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www.nytimes.com/2026/01/27/o...
Opinion | G.O.P. Congressman: We Need to Wake Up After Minneapolis
www.nytimes.com
January 27, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Immediate de escalation.
Negotiate immigration and border security security reforms.
A good first proposal from a GOP congressman seeking to hold onto his swing seat.
Gift link
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/27/o...
Negotiate immigration and border security security reforms.
A good first proposal from a GOP congressman seeking to hold onto his swing seat.
Gift link
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/27/o...
What’s on Alex Prettis cel phone camera? The Feds must have it but we’re the videos uploaded to cloud?
Have heard nothing about that-
Have heard nothing about that-
Chris Murphy: "This is really scary because what Bovino essentially told you is that if you just happen to be present when they are undertaking an operation, if you pull out your phone to record it, the use of force against you is justified. That is not true, it's not what the law says."
January 25, 2026 at 6:11 PM
What’s on Alex Prettis cel phone camera? The Feds must have it but we’re the videos uploaded to cloud?
Have heard nothing about that-
Have heard nothing about that-
Reposted by Rob Harris
Kash Patel: "You cannot bring a firearm, loaded, with multiple magazines to any sort of protest that you want. It's that simple. You don't have a right to break the law." (Pretti was carrying a gun legally.)
January 25, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Kash Patel: "You cannot bring a firearm, loaded, with multiple magazines to any sort of protest that you want. It's that simple. You don't have a right to break the law." (Pretti was carrying a gun legally.)
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Succinct explanation of the importance and meaning of Carneys Davos speech
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/o...
Succinct explanation of the importance and meaning of Carneys Davos speech
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/o...
Opinion | Trump Just Proved Carney’s Point
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January 25, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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Succinct explanation of the importance and meaning of Carneys Davos speech
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/o...
Succinct explanation of the importance and meaning of Carneys Davos speech
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/o...
Vote no on DHS budget. Just shut it down. It’s the only option for now
@wyden.senate.gov @jeff-merkley.bsky.social @schumer.senate.gov
@wyden.senate.gov @jeff-merkley.bsky.social @schumer.senate.gov
January 24, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Vote no on DHS budget. Just shut it down. It’s the only option for now
@wyden.senate.gov @jeff-merkley.bsky.social @schumer.senate.gov
@wyden.senate.gov @jeff-merkley.bsky.social @schumer.senate.gov
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“The administration’s actions in Ms. Good’s case are a declaration that there will be no accountability and that it would prefer to instill fear rather than trust”
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/o...
“The administration’s actions in Ms. Good’s case are a declaration that there will be no accountability and that it would prefer to instill fear rather than trust”
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/o...
Opinion | I’ve Covered Police Abuse for 20 Years. What ICE Is Doing Is Different.
www.nytimes.com
January 21, 2026 at 8:29 PM
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“The administration’s actions in Ms. Good’s case are a declaration that there will be no accountability and that it would prefer to instill fear rather than trust”
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/o...
“The administration’s actions in Ms. Good’s case are a declaration that there will be no accountability and that it would prefer to instill fear rather than trust”
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/o...
Reposted by Rob Harris
From @theathletic.com: Deni Avdija’s breakout season — he is a frontrunner for the NBA’s Most Improved Player — has cemented him not only as Israel’s most accomplished basketball player, but perhaps its most accomplished athlete.
Deni Avdija’s unexpected rise to NBA’s new breakout star — and Israel’s greatest player ever
The foundation of Deni Avdija's rise was set in Israel. His catapult into stardom took place in a closed-door meeting in Portland.
nyti.ms
January 21, 2026 at 7:49 PM
From @theathletic.com: Deni Avdija’s breakout season — he is a frontrunner for the NBA’s Most Improved Player — has cemented him not only as Israel’s most accomplished basketball player, but perhaps its most accomplished athlete.
Timeline cleanse
cannon Beach tonight
cannon Beach tonight
January 18, 2026 at 1:20 AM
Timeline cleanse
cannon Beach tonight
cannon Beach tonight
A thread on the profile of voters by registration status, comparing those registered via Motor Voter vs. traditional registration methods.
1) Voter registration method by party.
1) Voter registration method by party.
January 9, 2026 at 5:22 PM
@governorwalz.mn.gov
This is the way to do It Minnesota
This is the way to do It Minnesota
BREAKING NEWS: We are opening a formal investigation into the shooting involving federal agents in Portland today.
Our office will take every step necessary to ensure the rights and security of Oregonians are protected. #orpol #breakingnews
Our office will take every step necessary to ensure the rights and security of Oregonians are protected. #orpol #breakingnews
January 9, 2026 at 4:35 AM
@governorwalz.mn.gov
This is the way to do It Minnesota
This is the way to do It Minnesota
Announce your own state investigation and invite the feds to offer any evidence they have. If they don’t want to participate so be it. Issue indictments as findings merit.
Walz: "We have learned that the Trump administration has now denied the state that ability to participate in the investigation. I want to make this as clear as possible: Minnesota must be part of this investigation ... it feels very very difficult that we will get a fair outcome."
January 8, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Announce your own state investigation and invite the feds to offer any evidence they have. If they don’t want to participate so be it. Issue indictments as findings merit.