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"A narcissistic egomaniac with delusions of godhood does not belong in the White House."
"A narcissistic egomaniac with delusions of godhood does not belong in the White House."
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The Supreme Court will decide that the Trump tariffs are unconstitutional and illegal; Trump will then have to refund roughly a trillion dollars in import taxes paid by American importers, which were ultimately passed along to U.S. consumers. This will be a huge mess.
The Supreme Court will decide that the Trump tariffs are unconstitutional and illegal; Trump will then have to refund roughly a trillion dollars in import taxes paid by American importers, which were ultimately passed along to U.S. consumers. This will be a huge mess.
Lawrence: Trump predicts a ‘1929-style result’ if Trump returns the tariff money he illegally took
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November 12, 2025 at 5:09 AM
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The Supreme Court will decide that the Trump tariffs are unconstitutional and illegal; Trump will then have to refund roughly a trillion dollars in import taxes paid by American importers, which were ultimately passed along to U.S. consumers. This will be a huge mess.
The Supreme Court will decide that the Trump tariffs are unconstitutional and illegal; Trump will then have to refund roughly a trillion dollars in import taxes paid by American importers, which were ultimately passed along to U.S. consumers. This will be a huge mess.
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‼️“Indeed, Trump's Justice Department promised in court records that businesses affected by the tariffs "can be made whole through a refund, including interest," in order to persuade lower courts to maintain his tariffs after other judges ruled them to be illegal.”
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How Trump's tariff refunds could work if he loses
Justice Amy Coney Barrett said $90 billion tariff refunds could be a "mess." California AG Rob Bonta called it justice.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:57 PM
‼️“Indeed, Trump's Justice Department promised in court records that businesses affected by the tariffs "can be made whole through a refund, including interest," in order to persuade lower courts to maintain his tariffs after other judges ruled them to be illegal.”
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The court should not have stayed the Trump tariffs until a ruling. What was the court thinking about Trump's payback claim if the tariffs are illegal? It's impossible to return all the tariff money when 10s of millions of people purchase items with cash, which is why all the money can't be refunded.
If the Supreme Court orders Trump to repay tariffs, U.S. importers say it wouldn't be 'messy'
U.S. Customs has collected nearly $200 billion in tariffs since the beginning of 2025. The Supreme Court has raised concerns about the process of repaying them.
www.cnbc.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:13 PM
The court should not have stayed the Trump tariffs until a ruling. What was the court thinking about Trump's payback claim if the tariffs are illegal? It's impossible to return all the tariff money when 10s of millions of people purchase items with cash, which is why all the money can't be refunded.
Trump has repeatedly shown contempt for America's cosmopolitan, pluralistic multiracial democracy. He and his supporters would smash that order and create a new one based upon white racial authoritarianism (as well as naked plutocracy) if, and when, they have the opportunity to do so. Devega 'Salon'
November 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Trump has repeatedly shown contempt for America's cosmopolitan, pluralistic multiracial democracy. He and his supporters would smash that order and create a new one based upon white racial authoritarianism (as well as naked plutocracy) if, and when, they have the opportunity to do so. Devega 'Salon'
Must Read: "As shown by his deeds, words, and policies, Trump is an authoritarian and a demagogue who has, so far, been restrained by America's weakened democratic institutions and norms. Trump has repeatedly shown contempt for America's cosmopolitan, pluralistic multiracial democracy."
'Close to the point of no return': Historian explains how Trump uses authoritarian tools more powerful than Hitler's secret police
Historian Christopher Browning on the Trump regime
www.rawstory.com
November 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Must Read: "As shown by his deeds, words, and policies, Trump is an authoritarian and a demagogue who has, so far, been restrained by America's weakened democratic institutions and norms. Trump has repeatedly shown contempt for America's cosmopolitan, pluralistic multiracial democracy."
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Walz: ICE ‘modern-day Gestapo' "They’re in unmarked vans, wearing masks, being shipped off to foreign torture dungeons, no chance to mount a defense, not even a chance to kiss a loved one goodbye, just grabbed up by masked agents, shoved into those vans, and disappeared.”
Walz: ICE ‘modern-day Gestapo' "They’re in unmarked vans, wearing masks, being shipped off to foreign torture dungeons, no chance to mount a defense, not even a chance to kiss a loved one goodbye, just grabbed up by masked agents, shoved into those vans, and disappeared.”
November 11, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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Walz: ICE ‘modern-day Gestapo' "They’re in unmarked vans, wearing masks, being shipped off to foreign torture dungeons, no chance to mount a defense, not even a chance to kiss a loved one goodbye, just grabbed up by masked agents, shoved into those vans, and disappeared.”
Walz: ICE ‘modern-day Gestapo' "They’re in unmarked vans, wearing masks, being shipped off to foreign torture dungeons, no chance to mount a defense, not even a chance to kiss a loved one goodbye, just grabbed up by masked agents, shoved into those vans, and disappeared.”
"Those rounded up by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal policing agencies are far from the “worst of the worst” Trump’s campaign of mass deportation, shows 72 percent of those detained “have no known criminal convictions or pending criminal charges,” Fortune magazine July."
Trump's Gestapo-Style Raids Mimic Nazi Dictatorship Playbook | Common Dreams
As with Trump’s march to autocratic power, the parallels with Hitler and Nazi Germany are unmistakable and should be chilling to everyone.
www.commondreams.org
November 11, 2025 at 6:17 PM
"Those rounded up by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal policing agencies are far from the “worst of the worst” Trump’s campaign of mass deportation, shows 72 percent of those detained “have no known criminal convictions or pending criminal charges,” Fortune magazine July."
ICE Trump's private army: "The alarming direction of ICE in 2025, at the very start of Trump’s second term, bears a critical resemblance to this historical model. In mid-March, ICE agents deported Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who had been legally protected from removal since 2019."
Why the unchecked power and tactics of ICE under Trump have earned comparisons to secret police | Milwaukee Independent
www.milwaukeeindependent.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:06 PM
ICE Trump's private army: "The alarming direction of ICE in 2025, at the very start of Trump’s second term, bears a critical resemblance to this historical model. In mid-March, ICE agents deported Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who had been legally protected from removal since 2019."
"The New York City mayoral race was not the only contest in which a Muslim from a South Asian family made history on Election Day. In Virginia, Ghazala Hashmi, a Democrat who was elected as lieutenant governor, became the first Muslim woman elected to statewide office in any state."
Democrats’ Big Night in Virginia Makes History for Muslims
www.nytimes.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:09 PM
"The New York City mayoral race was not the only contest in which a Muslim from a South Asian family made history on Election Day. In Virginia, Ghazala Hashmi, a Democrat who was elected as lieutenant governor, became the first Muslim woman elected to statewide office in any state."
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Senator Fetterman isn't a democrat, he's a Republican in sheep's clothing, he's a person who supports Trump’s idiotic policies even if the policies do harm to his constituents. The Democrats shouldn't count on Fetterman, since he's motivated by self-interest.
Senator Fetterman isn't a democrat, he's a Republican in sheep's clothing, he's a person who supports Trump’s idiotic policies even if the policies do harm to his constituents. The Democrats shouldn't count on Fetterman, since he's motivated by self-interest.
Sen. Fetterman slams Democrats for shutting down government
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has a reputation for going against his party and he's been doing so by voting to reopen the government. He spoke to NPR Monday ahead of his new book release, "Unfettered."
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November 11, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Senator Fetterman isn't a democrat, he's a Republican in sheep's clothing, he's a person who supports Trump’s idiotic policies even if the policies do harm to his constituents. The Democrats shouldn't count on Fetterman, since he's motivated by self-interest.
Senator Fetterman isn't a democrat, he's a Republican in sheep's clothing, he's a person who supports Trump’s idiotic policies even if the policies do harm to his constituents. The Democrats shouldn't count on Fetterman, since he's motivated by self-interest.
"Enough Senate Democrats caved last night to the Republicans. It was an astounding show of the Democrat’s lack of discipline in the face of total Republican discipline. It revealed Chuck Schumer’s inability to keep Senate Democrats together and Trump’s ability to keep Senate Republicans together."
The Big Ugly Cave by Senate Democrats | Common Dreams
It's a huge mistake and I'm not sure Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer survives this.
www.commondreams.org
November 11, 2025 at 1:57 AM
"Enough Senate Democrats caved last night to the Republicans. It was an astounding show of the Democrat’s lack of discipline in the face of total Republican discipline. It revealed Chuck Schumer’s inability to keep Senate Democrats together and Trump’s ability to keep Senate Republicans together."
"He's the leader of the Senate. This deal would never have happened if he had not blessed it. Don't take my word for it. Take the word of other senators who are saying that they kept Sen. Schumer in the loop the whole time," Khanna said in an interview with CBS News' "The Takeout."
Khanna explains his call for Schumer to be replaced over shutdown deal: "He is not meeting the moment"
Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna of California said Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is "out of touch with where the party's base is."
www.cbsnews.com
November 11, 2025 at 1:53 AM
"He's the leader of the Senate. This deal would never have happened if he had not blessed it. Don't take my word for it. Take the word of other senators who are saying that they kept Sen. Schumer in the loop the whole time," Khanna said in an interview with CBS News' "The Takeout."
Looking at these Senators, there can't be a better reason to want to leave the democratic party, and they should without anyone saying RESIGN,. They should gather their stuff in bags and boxes to put in the trunk of their cars, and frankly, I can't imagine why they're not doing this at this moment
November 10, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Looking at these Senators, there can't be a better reason to want to leave the democratic party, and they should without anyone saying RESIGN,. They should gather their stuff in bags and boxes to put in the trunk of their cars, and frankly, I can't imagine why they're not doing this at this moment
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Senator Schumer is facing pressure from his own party to resign after eight (8) democrats voted with Republicans to advance a bill to reopen the government, which had no guarantees to finance Healthcare or subsidies for the ACA. Schumer can't control members of his party.
Senator Schumer is facing pressure from his own party to resign after eight (8) democrats voted with Republicans to advance a bill to reopen the government, which had no guarantees to finance Healthcare or subsidies for the ACA. Schumer can't control members of his party.
Schumer standing firm as Senate minority leader amid pressure to resign from some Democrats
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November 10, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Senator Schumer is facing pressure from his own party to resign after eight (8) democrats voted with Republicans to advance a bill to reopen the government, which had no guarantees to finance Healthcare or subsidies for the ACA. Schumer can't control members of his party.
Senator Schumer is facing pressure from his own party to resign after eight (8) democrats voted with Republicans to advance a bill to reopen the government, which had no guarantees to finance Healthcare or subsidies for the ACA. Schumer can't control members of his party.
"Representative Ro Khanna, a prominent progressive and potential 2028 candidate, explicitly called for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to resign in the latest episode of Right Now. Khanna says that Schumer is ultimately responsible for Senate Democrats cutting a deal with Republicans."
Ro Khanna Says Schumer Must Resign in Wake of Budget Deal
Khanna, a leading progressive, says that the latest capitulation by Senate Democrats is another sign that the party needs new leadership.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:24 PM
"Representative Ro Khanna, a prominent progressive and potential 2028 candidate, explicitly called for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to resign in the latest episode of Right Now. Khanna says that Schumer is ultimately responsible for Senate Democrats cutting a deal with Republicans."
The deal made by eight (8) democrats was self-serving and a surrender to the Republicans, whose agenda from the start was to shut the government down since they never wanted taxpayer dollars used to fund Healthcare, and secondly, they want to kill the Affordable Care Act by taking away the subsidies
Democrats melt down, call for Chuck Schumer’s ouster after deal to end government shutdown clears Senate hurdle
Democrats and progressives exploded with outrage after the Senate took a giant leap toward reopening the government Sunday night.
nypost.com
November 10, 2025 at 4:21 PM
The deal made by eight (8) democrats was self-serving and a surrender to the Republicans, whose agenda from the start was to shut the government down since they never wanted taxpayer dollars used to fund Healthcare, and secondly, they want to kill the Affordable Care Act by taking away the subsidies
The bill will fund parts of the government, food, and the legislative branch, but there's no guarantee of extending expiring healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Instead, the deal struck between the centrist Democrats and the Republicans promises a vote on the issue by December.
Democrats break rank as US Senate advances bill to end government shutdown
Eight Democrats join Republicans in vote toward ending the longest government shutdown in US history.
www.aljazeera.com
November 10, 2025 at 12:57 PM
The bill will fund parts of the government, food, and the legislative branch, but there's no guarantee of extending expiring healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Instead, the deal struck between the centrist Democrats and the Republicans promises a vote on the issue by December.
These are words and images the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is using to recruit more than 10,000 Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents by the end of the year, which would make it the largest law enforcement agency in the federal government, and offering signing bonus of $50,000.
Experts concerned about white nationalist imagery in ICE recruitment materials
As Immigration Customs Enforcement goes on a historic hiring spree, social media posts and other materials contain coded language, experts say.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:55 AM
These are words and images the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is using to recruit more than 10,000 Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents by the end of the year, which would make it the largest law enforcement agency in the federal government, and offering signing bonus of $50,000.
A Hatewatch review of DHS social media posts found that the federal agency utilizes white nationalist and anti-immigrant images and slogans in recruitment materials, and while recruitment features of white people post images of Black and Brown people accused of violating federal immigration laws
DHS deploys white nationalist, anti-immigrant graphics to recruit
The Department of Homeland Security’s deportation efforts under Trump have energized and validated some hate groups.
www.splcenter.org
November 10, 2025 at 3:51 AM
A Hatewatch review of DHS social media posts found that the federal agency utilizes white nationalist and anti-immigrant images and slogans in recruitment materials, and while recruitment features of white people post images of Black and Brown people accused of violating federal immigration laws
They’re Racist and Bigoted: 'Bolstered by an unprecedented $170bn in funding for immigration and border enforcement activities, the DHS is seeking to hire 10,000 new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) officers and 3,000 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents by the end of the year.'
‘Trump’s private army’: inside the push to recruit 10,000 immigration officers
As Ice expands and standards are lowered, advocates and former US officials warn that misconduct may increase
www.theguardian.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:39 AM
They’re Racist and Bigoted: 'Bolstered by an unprecedented $170bn in funding for immigration and border enforcement activities, the DHS is seeking to hire 10,000 new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) officers and 3,000 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents by the end of the year.'
I hope the Democrats have the good sense not to trust Trump and Senate Republican leader John Thune. They'll sign to reopen the government, and then go back on their word; they're not people of quality. Trump taught them to be deceitful and dirty; he also taught them the technique of backstabbing.
BREAKING: Deal Reportedly ‘Within Reach’ to End Government Shutdown
A deal is reportedly "within reach" to end the 40-day long government shutdown — according to a new report from Axios out Sunday afternoon.
www.yahoo.com
November 9, 2025 at 9:13 PM
I hope the Democrats have the good sense not to trust Trump and Senate Republican leader John Thune. They'll sign to reopen the government, and then go back on their word; they're not people of quality. Trump taught them to be deceitful and dirty; he also taught them the technique of backstabbing.
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A reporter confronts Trump over his false claim that Walmart's Thanksgiving dinner is 25 percent less than it was under President Joe Biden. The reporter notes that Walmart is offering 21 food items, down from the original 25, and that's the reason why the price is cheaper.
A reporter confronts Trump over his false claim that Walmart's Thanksgiving dinner is 25 percent less than it was under President Joe Biden. The reporter notes that Walmart is offering 21 food items, down from the original 25, and that's the reason why the price is cheaper.
Fact Check: Trump's Walmart Thanksgiving basket claim
YouTube video by CNN
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November 9, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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A reporter confronts Trump over his false claim that Walmart's Thanksgiving dinner is 25 percent less than it was under President Joe Biden. The reporter notes that Walmart is offering 21 food items, down from the original 25, and that's the reason why the price is cheaper.
A reporter confronts Trump over his false claim that Walmart's Thanksgiving dinner is 25 percent less than it was under President Joe Biden. The reporter notes that Walmart is offering 21 food items, down from the original 25, and that's the reason why the price is cheaper.