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@appabatcha.bsky.social
scientist in trying times
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Pay attention! This is an attempt to weaken the endangered species act, among other things.

It is also an effort to promote mining & oil over conservation measures and compliance.

This Admin is about billionaires, not regular citizens/patriots. Please comment!

#ConservationOverCorporations
Interior Department Seeks Public Input to Reduce Regulatory Burdens | U.S. Department of the Interior
The Department of the Interior today announced the launch of a public comment period to support the Administration’s efforts to streamline federal regulations and reduce unnecessary red tape. A formal...
www.doi.gov
May 17, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Colorado…
March 22, 2025 at 2:22 AM
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This is bad: Immediate Measures to Inc American Mineral Prod

Within 10 days the Sec of Int shall identify and provide..a list of all Fed lands known to hold mineral deposits and reserves.The Sec..shall prioritize mineral production and mining related purposes as the primary land uses in these areas
Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 301 of title 3, United
www.whitehouse.gov
March 20, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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Thanks to DMs, more info on probationary employees.

1)they are being offered their jobs back.
2)they will get backpay for the time they have been off if they return.
3)most notifications will occur tomorrow
4)one source says they have 2 weeks to return.

BIG NOTE:they must return to get backpay.
March 18, 2025 at 3:27 AM
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Pete Hegseth just reportedly ordered the US military’s Cyber Command to “stand down” from all planning against Russia. Analysts have been ordered not to follow or report on Russian threats.

One inside source said, “Putin is on the inside now.”
Trump administration retreats in fight against Russian cyber threats
Recent incidents indicate US is no longer characterizing Russia as a cybersecurity threat, marking a radical departure: ‘Putin is on the inside now’
www.theguardian.com
March 2, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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To donate to Ukraine you can go to war.Ukraine.ua/donate

This is an official donation site supported by Zelenskyy (and USAID-that-was). We donated. #SlavaUkraini
March 1, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Just saying.
February 28, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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No more NEPA?

This interim final rule removes the Council on Environmental Quality regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act from the CFR. In addition, this interim final rule requests comments on this action and related matters to inform CEQ's decision making.
Removal of National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Regulations
This interim final rule removes the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) from the Code of Federal Regulations. In addition, this...
www.federalregister.gov
February 28, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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You guys know the drill. Let's tell them what we really think.
Gooooo!
February 27, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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WATCH: USAID workers fired by Trump/Musk get applause and appreciation on their way out
February 24, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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In addition to nationwide protests in all 50 states across the U.S., our 50501 Washington DC Chapter is having a PEOPLE’S STATE OF THE UNION March 4th! If you can’t make it in person to your local protest, consider joining this digital demonstration.

INFO: www.linktr.ee/50501DC

@polrev.bsky.social
February 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Big scandal at Social Security agency...

How did a low-level data analyst at the Social Security Administration...

(Placed on leave for violating federal law by his supervisor.)

Get promoted to Commissioner of the whole Social Security Administration?

www.thehandbasket.co/p/leland-dud...
The curious case of Leland Dudek
How blind loyalty to Elon Musk took a Social Security Administration staffer from zero to lackey hero
www.thehandbasket.co
February 22, 2025 at 10:55 PM
That's our Martha 🧡 "They don’t know what the agencies do. They don’t know what these people do. ... They’re cutting innovation because they have this complete lack of curiosity."
February 22, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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Friday SCOOP: @vox.com has learned that USFWS has frozen its vast portfolio of international conservation grants.

This is far beyond the scope of USAID-funded work and will inevitably harm wildlife internationally and in the US.

@benjij.bsky.social has the story: www.vox.com/down-to-eart...
Leaked emails show the nation’s leading wildlife agency has halted critical funding for conservation
Exclusive: The US Fish and Wildlife Service has frozen millions of dollars, imperiling animals abroad.
www.vox.com
February 15, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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Watch Rob Shriver, Managing Director of Civil Service Strong & Good Government Initiatives at Democracy Forward speak with @wbaltv11.bsky.social. Our team is working to ensure federal employees have the resources they need to navigate this difficult time. Visit civilservicestrong.org to learn more.
February 14, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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Science and data. This is more bad news, especially for women in Texas.
Pregnancy became far more dangerous in Texas after the state banned abortion in 2021, ProPublica found in a first-of-its-kind data analysis.

The rate of sepsis shot up more than 50% for women hospitalized when they lost their pregnancies in the second trimester.
Texas Banned Abortion. Then Sepsis Rates Soared.
ProPublica’s first-of-its-kind analysis is the most detailed look yet into a rise in life-threatening complications for women experiencing pregnancy loss under Texas’ abortion ban.
www.propublica.org
February 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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A government worker's message for Elon Musk
YouTube video by CBS Sunday Morning
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February 16, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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🦬 We have it on good authority from our friends at the USFS that the agency is moving forward with MORE illegal layoffs for employees with < 2 years of service by COB today.

They are sending notices to personal emails and phones.

DO NOT 1) answer the phone 2) open emails from your employer.
February 16, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Please share
February 14, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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This week, approximately 200,000 federal workers have been let go.
February 14, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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Stand Up for Science rallies will be held in DC and state capitals on March 7th. Share with friends. Sign-up here to get email updates with details: www.eventbrite.com/e/stand-up-f...
STAND UP FOR SCIENCE 2025 - DC and NATIONWIDE
Stand up for science with us on March 7th, 2025, because science is for everyone! More info at www.standupforscience2025.org
www.eventbrite.com
February 12, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Tonight’s newest EO lays out a plan to fire (RIF) roughly 75% of the federal workforce outright. Any non-essential personnel will be removed from their posts and all new hired must be approved by DOGE team leaders.

THIS IS AN FULL ON ATTACK ON OUR GOVERNMENT.
February 12, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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REI, you are not the same company. You've lost my business for good. I grew up in the original store. My father's member number was five digits, and we belonged to the co-op because it was a community that stewarded public lands. You suck. bellevueseattle.com/community/re...
REI’s board signs letter supporting Doug Burgam, who supports Project 2025 – Bellevue Seattle
bellevueseattle.com
February 10, 2025 at 10:20 PM