PM
@hazmatsquirrel.bsky.social
Midwesterner.
Follower and re-poster of legal experts and historians, and sometimes Scott Galloway and Mark Cuban.
Follower and re-poster of legal experts and historians, and sometimes Scott Galloway and Mark Cuban.
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No idea why an Afghan refugee shot National Guard soldiers within walking distance of the White House, but this new USCIS directive was revealed on Monday. Worth noting.
The folks at @afghanevac.bsky.social have in hand a new USCIS directive which largely targets Afghan refugees who fled the Taliban in the wake of the U.S. withdrawal in 2021.
In case you needed a reminder that the most loathsome people in the world work for DHS.
In case you needed a reminder that the most loathsome people in the world work for DHS.
November 27, 2025 at 5:19 AM
No idea why an Afghan refugee shot National Guard soldiers within walking distance of the White House, but this new USCIS directive was revealed on Monday. Worth noting.
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I was just thinking about contributing to the "charity" Feeding America. Until I discovered that the salary for its CEO, Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, was approximately $949,866 in 2024, with her total compensation being $1,113,502. Apparently, feeding America isn't her top priority.
November 26, 2025 at 1:52 AM
I was just thinking about contributing to the "charity" Feeding America. Until I discovered that the salary for its CEO, Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, was approximately $949,866 in 2024, with her total compensation being $1,113,502. Apparently, feeding America isn't her top priority.
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The first official confirmation that Noem herself made the decision not to turn the planes around. A couple hundred men were tortured as a result — and soon after, the Supreme Court confirmed that the Trump admin’s Alien Enemies Act process was a total violation of due process.
BREAKING:
“After receiving that legal advice, Secretary Noem directed that the AEA detainees who had been removed from the United States before the Court’s order could be transferred to the custody of El Salvador. “
“After receiving that legal advice, Secretary Noem directed that the AEA detainees who had been removed from the United States before the Court’s order could be transferred to the custody of El Salvador. “
November 26, 2025 at 1:45 AM
The first official confirmation that Noem herself made the decision not to turn the planes around. A couple hundred men were tortured as a result — and soon after, the Supreme Court confirmed that the Trump admin’s Alien Enemies Act process was a total violation of due process.
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Before the midterms of 1866, President Andrew Johnson called his congressional opponents traitors and said they should be hanged.
Voters were so profoundly moved by his words... that they gave his opponents a supermajority in Congress, and the nation got the Fourteenth Amendment.
Voters were so profoundly moved by his words... that they gave his opponents a supermajority in Congress, and the nation got the Fourteenth Amendment.
November 21, 2025 at 12:53 AM
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We want to speak directly to members of the Military and the Intelligence Community.
The American people need you to stand up for our laws and our Constitution.
Don’t give up the ship.
The American people need you to stand up for our laws and our Constitution.
Don’t give up the ship.
November 18, 2025 at 1:31 PM
We want to speak directly to members of the Military and the Intelligence Community.
The American people need you to stand up for our laws and our Constitution.
Don’t give up the ship.
The American people need you to stand up for our laws and our Constitution.
Don’t give up the ship.
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AOC and Her Ideas About Income
Inequality......❤️
Inequality......❤️
November 11, 2025 at 11:31 AM
AOC and Her Ideas About Income
Inequality......❤️
Inequality......❤️
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Would love to see some reporting on how the airline lobby put on the pressure.
November 10, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Would love to see some reporting on how the airline lobby put on the pressure.
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I just received my food delivery that I was able to purchase because I RECEIVED my SNAP benefits today. I sobbed. I didn't expect that reaction. I cried for the relief of having access to food but it was ALSO for the 42M under so much stress and for the MILLIONS who have NOT received their benefits.
November 9, 2025 at 8:09 PM
I just received my food delivery that I was able to purchase because I RECEIVED my SNAP benefits today. I sobbed. I didn't expect that reaction. I cried for the relief of having access to food but it was ALSO for the 42M under so much stress and for the MILLIONS who have NOT received their benefits.
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I need to emphasize what I say down-thread: this is a temporary, procedural move known as an administrative stay issued in haste by Justice Jackson.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
BREAKING: the Supreme Court has granted Trump administration’s request.
So the justices will weigh the irreparable harm to the government of having to transfer the funds against the irreparable harm of tens of millions of people not eating
November 8, 2025 at 2:33 AM
I need to emphasize what I say down-thread: this is a temporary, procedural move known as an administrative stay issued in haste by Justice Jackson.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
Little to nothing should be read into this ruling for how SCOTUS might ultimately rule on SNAP—either way.
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BREAKING: A federal jury in Brooklyn awarded our clients — 674 immigrants unlawfully jailed by the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office — $112 million. Could not be more proud to work at @latinojustice.bsky.social and to partner with the talent of Winston & Strawn.
Jury Awards $112 Million to 674 Immigrants Unlawfully Held by Suffolk County for ICE Handover | LatinoJusticePRLDEF
FOR IMMEDIATE
www.latinojustice.org
November 7, 2025 at 11:04 PM
BREAKING: A federal jury in Brooklyn awarded our clients — 674 immigrants unlawfully jailed by the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office — $112 million. Could not be more proud to work at @latinojustice.bsky.social and to partner with the talent of Winston & Strawn.
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More proof that Trump isn't deporting "the worst of the worst." He's hiring them to work for ICE.
November 5, 2025 at 3:02 PM
More proof that Trump isn't deporting "the worst of the worst." He's hiring them to work for ICE.
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The EU today begins a months-long push to ensure content made by artificial intelligence is clearly identifiable online.
EU starts talks with industry on how to label AI deepfakes
Amid a rise in AI-made videos and images, the industry is warning against being too prescriptive.
www.politico.eu
November 5, 2025 at 12:09 PM
The EU today begins a months-long push to ensure content made by artificial intelligence is clearly identifiable online.
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NEVER FORGET: 42 MILLION Americans who rely on SNAP (including me) are going to STARVE because Donald Trump and the GOP REFUSE to negotiate for ACA Subsidies that cost LESS than the money Donald Trump gave to Argentina ($40B). ABSOLUTELY Sickening!😡💔
October 29, 2025 at 4:25 PM
NEVER FORGET: 42 MILLION Americans who rely on SNAP (including me) are going to STARVE because Donald Trump and the GOP REFUSE to negotiate for ACA Subsidies that cost LESS than the money Donald Trump gave to Argentina ($40B). ABSOLUTELY Sickening!😡💔
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If YOU haven't seen John Oliver's SCATHING take on Medicare Advantage, you MUST watch.🤯
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ejoi...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ejoi...
Medicare Advantage: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
YouTube video by LastWeekTonight
www.youtube.com
October 28, 2025 at 10:28 PM
If YOU haven't seen John Oliver's SCATHING take on Medicare Advantage, you MUST watch.🤯
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ejoi...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ejoi...
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BREAKING: Fiserv lost 40% of its value because the former CEO, Frank Bisignano, is a liar.
But Bisignano is Trump's buddy, so he can only fail up.
He's now in charge of your Social Security (and the IRS).
But Bisignano is Trump's buddy, so he can only fail up.
He's now in charge of your Social Security (and the IRS).
The new leaders of Fiserv gave investors a harsh reality check: The fintech company would never be able to hit financial forecasts set by its former boss.
Fiserv Erases $30 Billion in Market Value After New CEO Pulls Guidance
Shares tumble after the payments company, formerly led by Trump appointee Frank Bisignano, says its previous outlook is unachievable.
on.wsj.com
October 29, 2025 at 6:08 PM
BREAKING: Fiserv lost 40% of its value because the former CEO, Frank Bisignano, is a liar.
But Bisignano is Trump's buddy, so he can only fail up.
He's now in charge of your Social Security (and the IRS).
But Bisignano is Trump's buddy, so he can only fail up.
He's now in charge of your Social Security (and the IRS).
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Frank Bisignano is in charge of OUR money, OUR Social Security!
He was CEO of Fiserv & it lost 40% of its value under his watch. He’s not fit to oversee our money!
He was CEO of Fiserv & it lost 40% of its value under his watch. He’s not fit to oversee our money!
The new leaders of Fiserv gave investors a harsh reality check: The fintech company would never be able to hit financial forecasts set by its former boss.
Fiserv Erases $30 Billion in Market Value After New CEO Pulls Guidance
Shares tumble after the payments company, formerly led by Trump appointee Frank Bisignano, says its previous outlook is unachievable.
on.wsj.com
October 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Frank Bisignano is in charge of OUR money, OUR Social Security!
He was CEO of Fiserv & it lost 40% of its value under his watch. He’s not fit to oversee our money!
He was CEO of Fiserv & it lost 40% of its value under his watch. He’s not fit to oversee our money!
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NEVER FORGET: 42 million Americans who rely on SNAP are going to starve because Donald Trump and the GOP refuse to negotiate for healthcare that cost less than the amount of money Trump gave to Argentina. Sickening.
October 27, 2025 at 12:50 AM
NEVER FORGET: 42 million Americans who rely on SNAP are going to starve because Donald Trump and the GOP refuse to negotiate for healthcare that cost less than the amount of money Trump gave to Argentina. Sickening.
Listen to what Sarah says, or read her books…
New interview! On all the things going wrong and how we got here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYWn...
Sarah Kendzior on America's Autocratic Turn and How America Lost Its Guardrails
YouTube video by The Mark Thompson Show
www.youtube.com
October 17, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Listen to what Sarah says, or read her books…
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It took just 15 years to completely transform transportation in China:
🚗 E-cars: 60% (v 1% in 2010)
🚌 E-buses: 95% (1%)
🛵 E-scooters: 99% (30%)
🛺 E-three-wheelers: 99% (40%)
🚄 High-speed rail: 45,000 km (v 6,000 km in 2010)
Unprecedented speed & scale — a transport revolution in real time. ⚡ #EVs
🚗 E-cars: 60% (v 1% in 2010)
🚌 E-buses: 95% (1%)
🛵 E-scooters: 99% (30%)
🛺 E-three-wheelers: 99% (40%)
🚄 High-speed rail: 45,000 km (v 6,000 km in 2010)
Unprecedented speed & scale — a transport revolution in real time. ⚡ #EVs
October 16, 2025 at 5:52 AM
It took just 15 years to completely transform transportation in China:
🚗 E-cars: 60% (v 1% in 2010)
🚌 E-buses: 95% (1%)
🛵 E-scooters: 99% (30%)
🛺 E-three-wheelers: 99% (40%)
🚄 High-speed rail: 45,000 km (v 6,000 km in 2010)
Unprecedented speed & scale — a transport revolution in real time. ⚡ #EVs
🚗 E-cars: 60% (v 1% in 2010)
🚌 E-buses: 95% (1%)
🛵 E-scooters: 99% (30%)
🛺 E-three-wheelers: 99% (40%)
🚄 High-speed rail: 45,000 km (v 6,000 km in 2010)
Unprecedented speed & scale — a transport revolution in real time. ⚡ #EVs
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🚨WOW. A unanimous per curiam (meaning no named author) panel of the 7th Circuit, made up of a Bush appointee, an Obama appointee, and a Trump appointee, decline to step in and block a lower court order barring the deployment of the National Guard in Chicago!
#BREAKING The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals refuses to undo an order blocking deployment of National Guard troops within Illinois.
"We conclude that the district court's factual findings … were not clearly erroneous, and that the facts do not justify the President's actions in Illinois."
"We conclude that the district court's factual findings … were not clearly erroneous, and that the facts do not justify the President's actions in Illinois."
October 16, 2025 at 7:38 PM
🚨WOW. A unanimous per curiam (meaning no named author) panel of the 7th Circuit, made up of a Bush appointee, an Obama appointee, and a Trump appointee, decline to step in and block a lower court order barring the deployment of the National Guard in Chicago!
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Dear Supreme Court, if you think we are over racism, homophobia and misogyny, read these texts from the young Republicans. This proves we still need the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Please save our democracy. #wtpBLUE #DemVoice1 #ProudBlue #VoteBlueforOurFuture
October 16, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Dear Supreme Court, if you think we are over racism, homophobia and misogyny, read these texts from the young Republicans. This proves we still need the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Please save our democracy. #wtpBLUE #DemVoice1 #ProudBlue #VoteBlueforOurFuture
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A terrific AFP fact check uses reverse image searches to expose how a White House video took scenes from Florida, Texas, South Carolina and Nebraska and lied that they showed "Chicago is in chaos."
factcheck.afp.com/doc.afp.com....
factcheck.afp.com/doc.afp.com....
October 16, 2025 at 2:07 PM
A terrific AFP fact check uses reverse image searches to expose how a White House video took scenes from Florida, Texas, South Carolina and Nebraska and lied that they showed "Chicago is in chaos."
factcheck.afp.com/doc.afp.com....
factcheck.afp.com/doc.afp.com....
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Good points. And protesting against ICE attacks is not an “uprising,” it’s self defense and defending against violent thugs.
Dear media,
1/ ICE consistently lies about its violence toward people in Chicago, with its initial accounts later disproven.
2/ When protesters shout at ICE agents to get out of their neighborhood and ICE tear-gasses them and throws them to the ground, that's not a "clash" – that's ICE violence.
1/ ICE consistently lies about its violence toward people in Chicago, with its initial accounts later disproven.
2/ When protesters shout at ICE agents to get out of their neighborhood and ICE tear-gasses them and throws them to the ground, that's not a "clash" – that's ICE violence.
October 16, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Good points. And protesting against ICE attacks is not an “uprising,” it’s self defense and defending against violent thugs.