LanaB
@grandlanab.bsky.social
Grandma, Military Spouse(Retired), living in Oklahoma. All about family, cooking, gardening, pets and people who aren’t constantly being dicks so no MAGA.
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Stephen Colbert was right — this is a “big fat bribe.”
www.npr.org/2025/07/02/n... Paramount agrees to pay $16 million to settle Trump's CBS suit : NPR
www.npr.org/2025/07/02/n... Paramount agrees to pay $16 million to settle Trump's CBS suit : NPR
Paramount agrees to pay $16 million to settle Trump's CBS lawsuit
Paramount Global will pay $16 million to settle President Trump's lawsuit over 60 Minutes' interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris — a lawsuit that many legal experts considered spurious.
www.npr.org
July 18, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Stephen Colbert was right — this is a “big fat bribe.”
www.npr.org/2025/07/02/n... Paramount agrees to pay $16 million to settle Trump's CBS suit : NPR
www.npr.org/2025/07/02/n... Paramount agrees to pay $16 million to settle Trump's CBS suit : NPR
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Today’s Daily Cartoon, by Paul Noth. #NewYorkerCartoons
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July 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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You never really know someone until the coffee maker breaks
June 1, 2025 at 5:10 PM
You never really know someone until the coffee maker breaks
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Spare us the fake outrage.
June 1, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Spare us the fake outrage.
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Capitol Police chief blasts Jan 6 conspiracy theories:
“My folks were here on Jan. 6.. They were assaulted.. Many of them were injured. They know exactly what happened on Jan. 6. For somebody to make up some story that, 'Oh, it wasn't that bad’..it is just not true”
www.cbsnews.com/news/capitol...
“My folks were here on Jan. 6.. They were assaulted.. Many of them were injured. They know exactly what happened on Jan. 6. For somebody to make up some story that, 'Oh, it wasn't that bad’..it is just not true”
www.cbsnews.com/news/capitol...
Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger retires Friday, after rebuilding department in wake of Capitol riot
Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger, who's led the department since the Capitol riot, spoke with CBS News before his retirement.
www.cbsnews.com
May 28, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Capitol Police chief blasts Jan 6 conspiracy theories:
“My folks were here on Jan. 6.. They were assaulted.. Many of them were injured. They know exactly what happened on Jan. 6. For somebody to make up some story that, 'Oh, it wasn't that bad’..it is just not true”
www.cbsnews.com/news/capitol...
“My folks were here on Jan. 6.. They were assaulted.. Many of them were injured. They know exactly what happened on Jan. 6. For somebody to make up some story that, 'Oh, it wasn't that bad’..it is just not true”
www.cbsnews.com/news/capitol...
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I still can’t believe Jesse Watters, a blow-dried manicured made-up soft little TV guy whose hands probably feel like pillows, thinks he’s in a position to proclaim what Real Men can do.
May 25, 2025 at 10:19 PM
I still can’t believe Jesse Watters, a blow-dried manicured made-up soft little TV guy whose hands probably feel like pillows, thinks he’s in a position to proclaim what Real Men can do.
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A whopping 76 percent oppose significant cuts to Medicaid.
The tax bill that Republicans ultimately pass — public opinion be damned — will make life more difficult for millions of low-income Americans.
Here’s everything you need to know ⤵️
The tax bill that Republicans ultimately pass — public opinion be damned — will make life more difficult for millions of low-income Americans.
Here’s everything you need to know ⤵️
Trump's Plan to Kick Millions of Americans Off Medicaid, Explained
Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress are imposing massive cuts to Medicaid in order to fund tax breaks for the richest Americans.
www.rollingstone.com
May 19, 2025 at 12:39 PM
A whopping 76 percent oppose significant cuts to Medicaid.
The tax bill that Republicans ultimately pass — public opinion be damned — will make life more difficult for millions of low-income Americans.
Here’s everything you need to know ⤵️
The tax bill that Republicans ultimately pass — public opinion be damned — will make life more difficult for millions of low-income Americans.
Here’s everything you need to know ⤵️
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Moody’s downgraded the credit rating of the US for the first time since 1917, stripping the country of its last perfect credit rating. The move could rattle financial markets and push up interest rates, creating an extra financial burden for Americans already struggling with tariffs and inflation.
The United States just lost its last perfect credit rating | CNN Business
Moody’s Ratings downgraded the United States’ debt on Friday, stripping the country of its last perfect credit rating. The move could rattle financial markets and push up interest rates, potentially c...
www.cnn.com
May 16, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Moody’s downgraded the credit rating of the US for the first time since 1917, stripping the country of its last perfect credit rating. The move could rattle financial markets and push up interest rates, creating an extra financial burden for Americans already struggling with tariffs and inflation.
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Trump's latest executive order aims to defund PBS and NPR, but public media funding is actually controlled by Congress. Past GOP defunding attempts have continuously failed, because, as Fmr. NPR Pres & CEO @vivianschiller.bsky.social shares, even in red states, “people think it’s worth it.” #Velshi
Attempts to cut public media fail because ‘people think that it’s worth it’: Fmr NPR President
Public broadcasters like PBS and NPR are crucial sources of information, serving communities around the country. Despite President Trump’s latest attempt to defund them, Former NPR President and CEO Vivian Schiller points out that multiple past attempts have always failed in Congress. Why? “Members of Congress are hearing from their constituents how much they value public television and public radio,” Schiller explains. Despite Trump and Republicans leading the charge, “this is particularly true in red states and small communities, because there may not be any [other] sources of local news.”
www.msnbc.com
May 4, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Trump's latest executive order aims to defund PBS and NPR, but public media funding is actually controlled by Congress. Past GOP defunding attempts have continuously failed, because, as Fmr. NPR Pres & CEO @vivianschiller.bsky.social shares, even in red states, “people think it’s worth it.” #Velshi
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www.cbsnews.com/news/oil-spi...
Former federal disaster response specialists and national environmental groups warn that DOGE cuts may hamper the response to a major oil spill off Louisiana's Gulf Coast this week, a leak that is fast contaminating marshlands and threatening vital wildlife habitats.
Former federal disaster response specialists and national environmental groups warn that DOGE cuts may hamper the response to a major oil spill off Louisiana's Gulf Coast this week, a leak that is fast contaminating marshlands and threatening vital wildlife habitats.
Oil spill off Louisiana's Gulf Coast raises alarm as DOGE cuts may threaten response efforts
A leaking well continues to spew a geyser of oil into waters off Louisiana's Gulf Coast.
www.cbsnews.com
May 4, 2025 at 5:38 PM
www.cbsnews.com/news/oil-spi...
Former federal disaster response specialists and national environmental groups warn that DOGE cuts may hamper the response to a major oil spill off Louisiana's Gulf Coast this week, a leak that is fast contaminating marshlands and threatening vital wildlife habitats.
Former federal disaster response specialists and national environmental groups warn that DOGE cuts may hamper the response to a major oil spill off Louisiana's Gulf Coast this week, a leak that is fast contaminating marshlands and threatening vital wildlife habitats.
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Donald Trump “has single-handedly stunned an economy that, when he took over, was characterized by strong growth, a healthy rate of business investment, and a soaring stock market,” @johncassidysays.bsky.social writes.
From “America First” to “Sell America”
Donald Trump’s first hundred days have been an unprecedented economic fiasco.
www.newyorker.com
April 28, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Donald Trump “has single-handedly stunned an economy that, when he took over, was characterized by strong growth, a healthy rate of business investment, and a soaring stock market,” @johncassidysays.bsky.social writes.
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I've been clear: if President Bukele doesn't want to meet here in D.C., then I intend to go to El Salvador this week to check on Kilmar Abrego Garcia's condition and discuss his release.
Kilmar was illegally ABDUCTED and deported by the Trump Admin. He must be brought home NOW.
Kilmar was illegally ABDUCTED and deported by the Trump Admin. He must be brought home NOW.
If Bukele doesn't want to meet in D.C., I'll go to El Salvador to check on Kilmar Abrego Garcia
YouTube video by Senator Chris Van Hollen
youtube.com
April 15, 2025 at 2:05 AM
I've been clear: if President Bukele doesn't want to meet here in D.C., then I intend to go to El Salvador this week to check on Kilmar Abrego Garcia's condition and discuss his release.
Kilmar was illegally ABDUCTED and deported by the Trump Admin. He must be brought home NOW.
Kilmar was illegally ABDUCTED and deported by the Trump Admin. He must be brought home NOW.
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Wow, we are now being officially advised against travel to the USA by the Canadian Association of University Teachers. I never thought I'd see the day. ☹️ #AcademicChatter
April 15, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Wow, we are now being officially advised against travel to the USA by the Canadian Association of University Teachers. I never thought I'd see the day. ☹️ #AcademicChatter
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BREAKING: I just offered an amendment on the floor to give Veterans fired in the Trump-Musk layoffs their jobs back.
Every single Republican blocked it.
Shame on them for betraying our heroes.
Every single Republican blocked it.
Shame on them for betraying our heroes.
March 14, 2025 at 10:35 PM
BREAKING: I just offered an amendment on the floor to give Veterans fired in the Trump-Musk layoffs their jobs back.
Every single Republican blocked it.
Shame on them for betraying our heroes.
Every single Republican blocked it.
Shame on them for betraying our heroes.
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Treasury bonds are traditionally seen as a safe haven in times of economic turmoil, because they offer investors a guaranteed payment backed by the U.S. government. Instead, investors are selling the assets.
Here's what to know.
Here's what to know.
Another Rocky Day in Markets: Stocks and Bonds Sink
With the S&P 500 near a bear market, shares in Europe and Asia fell as China and other major U.S. trading partners confronted significantly higher tariffs. Investors also sold U.S. bonds.
www.nytimes.com
April 9, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Treasury bonds are traditionally seen as a safe haven in times of economic turmoil, because they offer investors a guaranteed payment backed by the U.S. government. Instead, investors are selling the assets.
Here's what to know.
Here's what to know.
This is my experience with most federal workers. It is about the people & Mr. Lewis gets it. #WhoIsGovernment
These People Did Meaningful Work That Made Our Lives Better - Michael Lewis On Fired Federal Workers
YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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April 9, 2025 at 1:50 PM
This is my experience with most federal workers. It is about the people & Mr. Lewis gets it. #WhoIsGovernment
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Elon & DOGE are making this the new normal: seniors & people with disabilities on Social Security spending hours on the phone & waiting in offices (many of which Elon and DOGE want to close)—while overworked staff fear being fired.
DOGE is anything but efficient.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
DOGE is anything but efficient.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
April 8, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Elon & DOGE are making this the new normal: seniors & people with disabilities on Social Security spending hours on the phone & waiting in offices (many of which Elon and DOGE want to close)—while overworked staff fear being fired.
DOGE is anything but efficient.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
DOGE is anything but efficient.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
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My California poppies are in full bloom, creating an orange carpet in my back garden 🧡 #Poppyobsession #californianativeplants #flowers #naturephotography
March 27, 2025 at 3:17 PM
My California poppies are in full bloom, creating an orange carpet in my back garden 🧡 #Poppyobsession #californianativeplants #flowers #naturephotography
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Democrats must highlight the dangers of planned VA cuts to both veterans and the public, House Veterans' Affairs Committee Ranking Member Mark Takano said.
Lawmaker warns government ‘savings’ could cost vets critical services
Democrats must highlight the dangers of planned VA cuts to both veterans and the public, House Veterans' Affairs Committee Ranking Member Mark Takano said.
www.militarytimes.com
March 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Democrats must highlight the dangers of planned VA cuts to both veterans and the public, House Veterans' Affairs Committee Ranking Member Mark Takano said.
“Used Tesla prices have been falling faster than other non-Tesla EVs. Since the election, used non-Tesla EV list prices are down from $40,771 to $39,689, which is a 2.7% drop” #Tesla
Used Tesla Prices Are Dropping. Are Elon Musk's Politics to Blame?
With the high visibility of Musk's DOGE role, there's been a surge in public attention on his politics.
money.com
March 13, 2025 at 12:27 PM
“Used Tesla prices have been falling faster than other non-Tesla EVs. Since the election, used non-Tesla EV list prices are down from $40,771 to $39,689, which is a 2.7% drop” #Tesla
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The VA Promised DOGE Cuts Won’t Harm Veterans. Employees Say It’s Already Happening.
“To be seen or cast as this bad person after I served this country…feels really awful.”
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
“To be seen or cast as this bad person after I served this country…feels really awful.”
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
The VA promised DOGE cuts won’t harm veterans. Employees say it’s already happening.
"To be seen or cast as this bad person after I served this country...feels really awful."
www.motherjones.com
March 10, 2025 at 12:18 AM
The VA Promised DOGE Cuts Won’t Harm Veterans. Employees Say It’s Already Happening.
“To be seen or cast as this bad person after I served this country…feels really awful.”
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
“To be seen or cast as this bad person after I served this country…feels really awful.”
www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
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I didn’t hear any concepts for a healthcare plan.
March 5, 2025 at 4:01 AM
I didn’t hear any concepts for a healthcare plan.
#Doge #$5000 “The $5,000 check is based on the premise that DOGE reaches its goal of eliminating $2 trillion in wasteful federal spending. #Musk himself has already cast doubt on that” Shocking I tell you lol
'DOGE Dividends': Will You Actually Get a $5,000 Check From Trump?
Experts weigh in on the possibility of Americans receiving DOGE refund checks.
money.com
March 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM