@jackij04.bsky.social
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Did the turkey also storm the Capitol on January 6th?
November 25, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Did the turkey also storm the Capitol on January 6th?
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Refuse Illegal Orders
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 19, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Refuse Illegal Orders
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D.C. residents deserve the same right to govern themselves as every other community.
Yet House Republicans, who know little about D.C., are pushing bills that meddle in what should be local decisions.
I stand with D.C. leaders against these harmful attacks.
Yet House Republicans, who know little about D.C., are pushing bills that meddle in what should be local decisions.
I stand with D.C. leaders against these harmful attacks.
November 19, 2025 at 10:40 PM
D.C. residents deserve the same right to govern themselves as every other community.
Yet House Republicans, who know little about D.C., are pushing bills that meddle in what should be local decisions.
I stand with D.C. leaders against these harmful attacks.
Yet House Republicans, who know little about D.C., are pushing bills that meddle in what should be local decisions.
I stand with D.C. leaders against these harmful attacks.
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“This is about using Washington, D.C. as a test case to advance the far-right, MAGA agenda for blue cities across the country,” [Ankit Jain] said at a Tuesday afternoon news conference, steps from the Capitol and flanked by a couple dozen people waving red signs proclaiming, “FREE DC.”
Taking Trump’s lead, House Republicans eye changes to D.C. bail, policing
The Constitution gives Congress — in which D.C. has no voting representation — authority over D.C.’s laws and budget.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 19, 2025 at 5:22 PM
“This is about using Washington, D.C. as a test case to advance the far-right, MAGA agenda for blue cities across the country,” [Ankit Jain] said at a Tuesday afternoon news conference, steps from the Capitol and flanked by a couple dozen people waving red signs proclaiming, “FREE DC.”
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House Democrats "strongly oppose" the anti-DC bills House GOP are pushing this week:
* H.R. 5214 - DC Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
* H.R. 5107 – CLEAN DC Act of 2025
"Instead of meddling in local D.C. matters, Congress should pass the D.C. statehood bill." - @robertgarcia.bsky.social
#freedc
* H.R. 5214 - DC Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
* H.R. 5107 – CLEAN DC Act of 2025
"Instead of meddling in local D.C. matters, Congress should pass the D.C. statehood bill." - @robertgarcia.bsky.social
#freedc
November 17, 2025 at 6:23 PM
House Democrats "strongly oppose" the anti-DC bills House GOP are pushing this week:
* H.R. 5214 - DC Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
* H.R. 5107 – CLEAN DC Act of 2025
"Instead of meddling in local D.C. matters, Congress should pass the D.C. statehood bill." - @robertgarcia.bsky.social
#freedc
* H.R. 5214 - DC Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
* H.R. 5107 – CLEAN DC Act of 2025
"Instead of meddling in local D.C. matters, Congress should pass the D.C. statehood bill." - @robertgarcia.bsky.social
#freedc
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Republicans in Congress quiet quit their jobs. They have not shown up to vote since September 19th. They’ve only worked 14 days since July. It is unbelievably lazy and disgraceful.
Mike Johnson needs to get them back on a plane to DC to do their damn jobs!
Mike Johnson needs to get them back on a plane to DC to do their damn jobs!
Keeping the House Absent, Johnson Marginalizes Congress and Himself
www.nytimes.com
October 29, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Republicans in Congress quiet quit their jobs. They have not shown up to vote since September 19th. They’ve only worked 14 days since July. It is unbelievably lazy and disgraceful.
Mike Johnson needs to get them back on a plane to DC to do their damn jobs!
Mike Johnson needs to get them back on a plane to DC to do their damn jobs!
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BREAKING: Per new reporting, ICE recruits have shown up to training without full vetting under Kristi Noem. One was discovered to have a history of robbery and battery related to domestic violence while already in training.
October 23, 2025 at 8:52 PM
BREAKING: Per new reporting, ICE recruits have shown up to training without full vetting under Kristi Noem. One was discovered to have a history of robbery and battery related to domestic violence while already in training.
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Folks across the US: Wake up & realize DC is the proving ground for this admin’s authoritarianism. ICE kidnappings, NG invasions, unlawful demolitions—they test the waters here, then spread their tentacles. Stop feigning surprise when it comes for you & start fighting back in solidarity NOW. #FreeDC
October 22, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Folks across the US: Wake up & realize DC is the proving ground for this admin’s authoritarianism. ICE kidnappings, NG invasions, unlawful demolitions—they test the waters here, then spread their tentacles. Stop feigning surprise when it comes for you & start fighting back in solidarity NOW. #FreeDC
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If the National Guard is really in D.C. to protect federal
property, they should probably have been at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. two days ago
property, they should probably have been at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. two days ago
October 22, 2025 at 7:15 PM
If the National Guard is really in D.C. to protect federal
property, they should probably have been at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. two days ago
property, they should probably have been at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. two days ago
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Trump's deployment of the National Guard in DC is wasteful, unlawful — and it could drag on for another year if we don't work to end it.
On Friday, DC's lawsuit against Trump will have its first hearing. Join us to make it clear DC wants the Guard out of our communities. FreeDCproject.org/10-24
On Friday, DC's lawsuit against Trump will have its first hearing. Join us to make it clear DC wants the Guard out of our communities. FreeDCproject.org/10-24
October 22, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Trump's deployment of the National Guard in DC is wasteful, unlawful — and it could drag on for another year if we don't work to end it.
On Friday, DC's lawsuit against Trump will have its first hearing. Join us to make it clear DC wants the Guard out of our communities. FreeDCproject.org/10-24
On Friday, DC's lawsuit against Trump will have its first hearing. Join us to make it clear DC wants the Guard out of our communities. FreeDCproject.org/10-24
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#Senate floor update: @merkley.senate.gov
began speaking at 6:21 p.m. on Tuesday evening.
As of 7:21 a.m. Wednesday morning he has held the floor for thirteen hours.
began speaking at 6:21 p.m. on Tuesday evening.
As of 7:21 a.m. Wednesday morning he has held the floor for thirteen hours.
October 22, 2025 at 11:24 AM
#Senate floor update: @merkley.senate.gov
began speaking at 6:21 p.m. on Tuesday evening.
As of 7:21 a.m. Wednesday morning he has held the floor for thirteen hours.
began speaking at 6:21 p.m. on Tuesday evening.
As of 7:21 a.m. Wednesday morning he has held the floor for thirteen hours.
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@altnps.bsky.social @alt-irs.altgov.info @altssa.altgov.info @altspaceforce.altgov.info @altusda.altgov.info
This needs to be amplified. They are planning to not pay furloughed workers.
www.govexec.com/pay-benefits...
This needs to be amplified. They are planning to not pay furloughed workers.
www.govexec.com/pay-benefits...
OMB deletes reference to law guaranteeing backpay to furloughed feds from shutdown guidance
An Office of Management and Budget FAQ document now states that only excepted employees forced to work without pay are guaranteed backpay at the conclusion of a lapse in appropriations.
www.govexec.com
October 7, 2025 at 1:53 PM
@altnps.bsky.social @alt-irs.altgov.info @altssa.altgov.info @altspaceforce.altgov.info @altusda.altgov.info
This needs to be amplified. They are planning to not pay furloughed workers.
www.govexec.com/pay-benefits...
This needs to be amplified. They are planning to not pay furloughed workers.
www.govexec.com/pay-benefits...
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Sen. WHITEHOUSE: We know what the proven strategies are to reduce crime. Soldiers running around on our streets isn’t one of them.
September 30, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Sen. WHITEHOUSE: We know what the proven strategies are to reduce crime. Soldiers running around on our streets isn’t one of them.
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Trump's militarization of DC is not about safety.
It's about suppressing Black leadership, stopping Black progress & criminalizing Black & brown youth.
If Republicans actually cared about safety, they'd invest in prevention, mental health, & community-based supports that keep people safe. #FreeDC
It's about suppressing Black leadership, stopping Black progress & criminalizing Black & brown youth.
If Republicans actually cared about safety, they'd invest in prevention, mental health, & community-based supports that keep people safe. #FreeDC
September 18, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Trump's militarization of DC is not about safety.
It's about suppressing Black leadership, stopping Black progress & criminalizing Black & brown youth.
If Republicans actually cared about safety, they'd invest in prevention, mental health, & community-based supports that keep people safe. #FreeDC
It's about suppressing Black leadership, stopping Black progress & criminalizing Black & brown youth.
If Republicans actually cared about safety, they'd invest in prevention, mental health, & community-based supports that keep people safe. #FreeDC
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Inquiring minds want to know: "Are DC residents pro-crime?"
Our Republican colleagues seem to think so, since they are trying to overturn laws that DC residents passed to prevent crime.
Our Republican colleagues seem to think so, since they are trying to overturn laws that DC residents passed to prevent crime.
September 16, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Inquiring minds want to know: "Are DC residents pro-crime?"
Our Republican colleagues seem to think so, since they are trying to overturn laws that DC residents passed to prevent crime.
Our Republican colleagues seem to think so, since they are trying to overturn laws that DC residents passed to prevent crime.
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Congressional Democrats voted today to sell out Washington DC and their constituents, as numerous Dems backed bills advancing the Trump takeover of DC. After meeting with our Council and saying nice things, @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social and leadership *declined* to whip a No vote on the bills
September 16, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Congressional Democrats voted today to sell out Washington DC and their constituents, as numerous Dems backed bills advancing the Trump takeover of DC. After meeting with our Council and saying nice things, @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social and leadership *declined* to whip a No vote on the bills
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Visiting Senate offices with Ward 5 residents today to ask that they stand with us in defending DC Home Rule!
September 9, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Visiting Senate offices with Ward 5 residents today to ask that they stand with us in defending DC Home Rule!
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Today the Council sent a letter opposing the Congressional bills threatening our autonomy. This is a first step to push back against interference. I'm also testifying on the Hill next week and we are meeting with Congressional representatives to explain why these bills are harmful to the District.
September 8, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Today the Council sent a letter opposing the Congressional bills threatening our autonomy. This is a first step to push back against interference. I'm also testifying on the Hill next week and we are meeting with Congressional representatives to explain why these bills are harmful to the District.
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The House Oversight Committee is set to mark up 14 bills that would rewrite DC’s local laws.
That’s Congress directly stepping in on the District. CM Allen breaks down 1 of these as an example of what’s at stake: Eliminating our locally elected @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social.
youtu.be/q-JuCVC1EaA
That’s Congress directly stepping in on the District. CM Allen breaks down 1 of these as an example of what’s at stake: Eliminating our locally elected @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social.
youtu.be/q-JuCVC1EaA
The House Oversight Committee is set to mark up 14 bills that would rewrite DC’s local laws
The House Oversight Committee is set to mark up 14 bills that would rewrite DC’s local laws.
That’s Congress directly stepping in on the District. CM Charles Allen breaks down one of these bills as…
youtu.be
September 9, 2025 at 1:49 PM
The House Oversight Committee is set to mark up 14 bills that would rewrite DC’s local laws.
That’s Congress directly stepping in on the District. CM Allen breaks down 1 of these as an example of what’s at stake: Eliminating our locally elected @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social.
youtu.be/q-JuCVC1EaA
That’s Congress directly stepping in on the District. CM Allen breaks down 1 of these as an example of what’s at stake: Eliminating our locally elected @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social.
youtu.be/q-JuCVC1EaA
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This video makes it clear that many federal agents aren’t stopping residents based on warrants or reasonable suspicion — they’re abducting people based on racial profiling and only then releasing them once their status is verified.
This is blatantly unconstitutional.
This is blatantly unconstitutional.
>> On Friday in Columbia Heights, HuffPost observed masked federal agents detain a man insisting he had legal status and pleading that his wife had recently given birth and couldn’t walk.
www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
Delivery Drivers ‘Targeted’ During Trump’s Militarized Takeover Of D.C. Police
Some of the highest-profile arrests during the D.C. “crime emergency” are of immigrants — especially delivery workers for companies like DoorDash.
www.huffpost.com
August 24, 2025 at 12:43 PM
This video makes it clear that many federal agents aren’t stopping residents based on warrants or reasonable suspicion — they’re abducting people based on racial profiling and only then releasing them once their status is verified.
This is blatantly unconstitutional.
This is blatantly unconstitutional.
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Members of the Big Balls Goon Show filmed themselves tearing down an anti-ICE sign in Mt. Pleasant, left a dildo behind.
Caught on camera.
Caught on camera.
As if this week were not bizarre enough: Mount Pleasant residents tell me a group of federal agents gathered for a photo-op near a pro-immigrant banner, pictured below, then tore it down.
In its place, they left a dildo. A neighbor's Ring camera captured the whole thing...
In its place, they left a dildo. A neighbor's Ring camera captured the whole thing...
August 15, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Members of the Big Balls Goon Show filmed themselves tearing down an anti-ICE sign in Mt. Pleasant, left a dildo behind.
Caught on camera.
Caught on camera.
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The ONLY way the federal government can force MPD to collaborate with ICE is for Congress to repeal DC's local law prohibiting this. I have been engaged for months in stopping that from happening and am confident that the repeal bill will never pass. AG Bondi's order is illegal
August 15, 2025 at 1:15 PM
The ONLY way the federal government can force MPD to collaborate with ICE is for Congress to repeal DC's local law prohibiting this. I have been engaged for months in stopping that from happening and am confident that the repeal bill will never pass. AG Bondi's order is illegal
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"So we're getting this information from multiple sources [...] within the mayor's office and within Metro Police Department, that President Trump, come tomorrow, will deploy the National Guard along the streets of DC."
www.wusa9.com/video/news/n...
www.wusa9.com/video/news/n...
August 11, 2025 at 1:28 AM
"So we're getting this information from multiple sources [...] within the mayor's office and within Metro Police Department, that President Trump, come tomorrow, will deploy the National Guard along the streets of DC."
www.wusa9.com/video/news/n...
www.wusa9.com/video/news/n...
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$450M to cage migrants in a swamp but not one cent to shelter the unhoused.
Even unhoused people without addiction or mental illness are now criminalized, cleared from public streets like rats.
It's not policy, it’s punishment. If you’re poor, you’re the enemy.
Even unhoused people without addiction or mental illness are now criminalized, cleared from public streets like rats.
It's not policy, it’s punishment. If you’re poor, you’re the enemy.
Ending Crime and Disorder on America's Streets
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose and
www.whitehouse.gov
July 25, 2025 at 2:12 PM
$450M to cage migrants in a swamp but not one cent to shelter the unhoused.
Even unhoused people without addiction or mental illness are now criminalized, cleared from public streets like rats.
It's not policy, it’s punishment. If you’re poor, you’re the enemy.
Even unhoused people without addiction or mental illness are now criminalized, cleared from public streets like rats.
It's not policy, it’s punishment. If you’re poor, you’re the enemy.