Jake Bernstein
@jakebernstein.bsky.social
Writer, Investigative Journalist, EP, Playwright, 2x Pulitzer Prize winner, The Laundromat, Secrecy World.
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Overall, this big @nytimes.com investigation identified $500m+ that was donated to Trump-backed groups AFTER the election from 346 donors.
It found that more than half of the donors have benefited in some way from actions by Trump or his administration. (gift link)
It found that more than half of the donors have benefited in some way from actions by Trump or his administration. (gift link)
December 22, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Overall, this big @nytimes.com investigation identified $500m+ that was donated to Trump-backed groups AFTER the election from 346 donors.
It found that more than half of the donors have benefited in some way from actions by Trump or his administration. (gift link)
It found that more than half of the donors have benefited in some way from actions by Trump or his administration. (gift link)
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Exclusive: The Trump administration is moving to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado, according to a senior White House official, taking aim at one of the world's leading climate research labs.
Trump moves to dismantle major US climate research center in Colorado
The Trump administration is breaking up the National Center for Atmospheric Research, taking aim at one of the world's leading climate research labs.
bit.ly
December 17, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Exclusive: The Trump administration is moving to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado, according to a senior White House official, taking aim at one of the world's leading climate research labs.
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Trump EPA to abandon air pollution rule that would prevent thousands of U.S. deaths www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...
Trump EPA to abandon air pollution rule that would prevent thousands of U.S. deaths
The Environmental Protection Agency will no longer defend Biden-era limits on fine-particle pollution, which causes heart and lung disease.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Trump EPA to abandon air pollution rule that would prevent thousands of U.S. deaths www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...
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Child care workers, a substantial portion of whom are immigrants, are setting up detailed protection plans with the families in their care in case parents or the workers themselves are detained, leaving the children behind.
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Child care workers are building a network of resistance against ICE
Child care workers, a substantial portion of whom are immigrants, are setting up detailed protection plans with the families in their care in case parents or the workers themselves are detained, leavi...
19thnews.org
November 20, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Child care workers, a substantial portion of whom are immigrants, are setting up detailed protection plans with the families in their care in case parents or the workers themselves are detained, leaving the children behind.
19thnews.org/2025/11/ice-...
19thnews.org/2025/11/ice-...
The Trump administration took down a congressionally mandated report on missing and murdered Native Americans from the Department of Justice’s website nearly 300 days ago to comply with an executive order against diversity, equity and inclusion.
Trump Administration Removes Report on Missing and Murdered Native Americans, Calling It DEI Content - Oklahoma Watch
The Trump administration removed a congressionally mandated report on missing and murdered Native Americans from the DOJ website, citing compliance with an executive order against DEI. Senators who ch...
oklahomawatch.org
November 17, 2025 at 5:08 PM
The Trump administration took down a congressionally mandated report on missing and murdered Native Americans from the Department of Justice’s website nearly 300 days ago to comply with an executive order against diversity, equity and inclusion.
On Friday, Ely Parker was admitted to the New York State Bar Association, 176 years after he was denied entry because of his race, becoming the first Native American to be admitted to a state bar posthumously, according to legal experts.
Seneca Soldier and Statesman Can Finally Add Lawyer to His Legacy
www.nytimes.com
November 15, 2025 at 1:55 PM
On Friday, Ely Parker was admitted to the New York State Bar Association, 176 years after he was denied entry because of his race, becoming the first Native American to be admitted to a state bar posthumously, according to legal experts.
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The I.R.S. is shutting down its free online system for filing tax returns, a program that the Biden administration introduced last year and that users gave high marks.
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www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/b...
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I.R.S. Halts Free Online Offering for Filing Taxes Directly
www.nytimes.com
November 9, 2025 at 8:21 PM
The I.R.S. is shutting down its free online system for filing tax returns, a program that the Biden administration introduced last year and that users gave high marks.
via @tarasiegelbernard.bsky.social
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/b...
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“Federal authorities told demonstrators Friday that there would be ‘no more prayer’ in front of or inside the Broadview ICE facility, in a move that mystified local leaders and raised legal questions.” blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/07/f...
Feds Tell Faith Leaders 'No More Prayer' Outside Broadview Facility
In a possible violation of the First Amendment, federal officials instructed demonstrators to stop holding religious gatherings outside the immigration processing facility in suburban Broadview after ...
blockclubchicago.org
November 8, 2025 at 12:04 PM
“Federal authorities told demonstrators Friday that there would be ‘no more prayer’ in front of or inside the Broadview ICE facility, in a move that mystified local leaders and raised legal questions.” blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/07/f...
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BREAKING: The Trump administration seeks an emergency pause to a court order demanding full November SNAP payments.
Trump administration seeks to halt SNAP food aid payments after a court order
The Trump administration has asked a federal appeals court to block a judge’s order to distribute November’s full SNAP benefits during a U.S. government shutdown. U.S.
bit.ly
November 7, 2025 at 3:34 PM
BREAKING: The Trump administration seeks an emergency pause to a court order demanding full November SNAP payments.
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Here’s an easy way to find out how to donate to your local food bank this weekend. 🇺🇸
@feedingamerica.org
give.feedingamerica.org/a/donate
@feedingamerica.org
give.feedingamerica.org/a/donate
November 7, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Here’s an easy way to find out how to donate to your local food bank this weekend. 🇺🇸
@feedingamerica.org
give.feedingamerica.org/a/donate
@feedingamerica.org
give.feedingamerica.org/a/donate
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Every dollar of SNAP/EBT/food stamps returns $1.50 to the economy ⬇️
November 3, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Every dollar of SNAP/EBT/food stamps returns $1.50 to the economy ⬇️
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BREAKING: Colorado voters approved a ballot measure that would raise state income taxes on higher-earning households to fund free meals for all public school students.
Follow AP for live updates.
Follow AP for live updates.
Live updates: US voters head to the polls in first general election since Trump's return to power
One year after Donald Trump retook the presidency, 2025 Election Day includes closely watched races for New York City mayor, New Jersey governor and California's Proposition 50.
bit.ly
November 5, 2025 at 3:33 AM
BREAKING: Colorado voters approved a ballot measure that would raise state income taxes on higher-earning households to fund free meals for all public school students.
Follow AP for live updates.
Follow AP for live updates.
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NEW: More than 100 federal judges have now rejected the Trump administration’s new policy to lock up nearly everyone facing deportation — including 12 judges appointed by Trump, according to a POLITICO analysis.
Only 2 judges have sided with ICE.
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
Only 2 judges have sided with ICE.
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
More than 100 judges have ruled against the Trump admin’s mandatory detention policy
A POLITICO review of the rulings shows judges appointed by every president since Ronald Reagan have rebuked the administration’s new interpretation of immigration law.
www.politico.com
October 31, 2025 at 8:32 PM
NEW: More than 100 federal judges have now rejected the Trump administration’s new policy to lock up nearly everyone facing deportation — including 12 judges appointed by Trump, according to a POLITICO analysis.
Only 2 judges have sided with ICE.
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
Only 2 judges have sided with ICE.
www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
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“Usually the head of Naval Research is a very senior member of the military or the senior executive service with an extensive experience in technology, science, engineering,” Sen. Mark Kelly said in a brief interview. Not a DOGE staffer. www.thebulwark.com/p/scoop-trum...
SCOOP: Trump Swaps Decorated Admiral With 33-Year-Old DOGEr
The highly unorthodox personnel change affects a critical government research role.
www.thebulwark.com
October 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
“Usually the head of Naval Research is a very senior member of the military or the senior executive service with an extensive experience in technology, science, engineering,” Sen. Mark Kelly said in a brief interview. Not a DOGE staffer. www.thebulwark.com/p/scoop-trum...
The Trump admin’s cancellation and freezing of clean energy funding is hitting investments in grid modernization, energy storage and efforts to protect communities from outages during extreme weather and cyberattacks, leaving Americans vulnerable to more frequent and longer-lasting power outages.
Future of nation’s energy grid hurt by Trump’s funding cuts
Many of the canceled grants were investments in the science and infrastructure necessary to keep the lights on in coming years, especially when the grid is under stress.
theconversation.com
October 28, 2025 at 1:59 PM
The Trump admin’s cancellation and freezing of clean energy funding is hitting investments in grid modernization, energy storage and efforts to protect communities from outages during extreme weather and cyberattacks, leaving Americans vulnerable to more frequent and longer-lasting power outages.
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New polls from Gallup, YouGov, and out of Virginia show voters now trust Democrats more than Republicans to handle the economy. Nationally, Dems now have a 4-point margin on the issue — an 18-point shift away from Trump since 2023. Time to update your priors
www.gelliottmorris.com/p/polls-show...
www.gelliottmorris.com/p/polls-show...
Polls show voters now trust Democrats more to handle the economy
The issue that sank Democrats in 2024 now threatens to do the same to Republicans in 2025 and the 2026 midterms
www.gelliottmorris.com
October 24, 2025 at 11:45 AM
New polls from Gallup, YouGov, and out of Virginia show voters now trust Democrats more than Republicans to handle the economy. Nationally, Dems now have a 4-point margin on the issue — an 18-point shift away from Trump since 2023. Time to update your priors
www.gelliottmorris.com/p/polls-show...
www.gelliottmorris.com/p/polls-show...
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New AP-NORC poll:
– 25% of Hispanic adults have a favorable view of Trump, down from 44% in January
– It's Trump's lowest favorability with Hispanic voters since 2019.
– "About two-thirds of Hispanic adults under age 45 and Hispanic men now view Trump unfavorably."
apnews.com/article/hisp...
– 25% of Hispanic adults have a favorable view of Trump, down from 44% in January
– It's Trump's lowest favorability with Hispanic voters since 2019.
– "About two-thirds of Hispanic adults under age 45 and Hispanic men now view Trump unfavorably."
apnews.com/article/hisp...
Trump's favorability has fallen among Hispanics since January, a new AP-NORC poll finds
A new poll shows President Donald Trump’s favorability has fallen among Hispanic adults since the beginning of the year, a potential warning sign from a key constituency that helped secure his victory...
apnews.com
October 24, 2025 at 1:25 PM
New AP-NORC poll:
– 25% of Hispanic adults have a favorable view of Trump, down from 44% in January
– It's Trump's lowest favorability with Hispanic voters since 2019.
– "About two-thirds of Hispanic adults under age 45 and Hispanic men now view Trump unfavorably."
apnews.com/article/hisp...
– 25% of Hispanic adults have a favorable view of Trump, down from 44% in January
– It's Trump's lowest favorability with Hispanic voters since 2019.
– "About two-thirds of Hispanic adults under age 45 and Hispanic men now view Trump unfavorably."
apnews.com/article/hisp...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that SNAP benefits will not be issued for next month. 42 million Americans rely on the program.
USDA announces SNAP benefits will not be issued in November
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that SNAP benefits will not be issued for next month.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:50 PM
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that SNAP benefits will not be issued for next month. 42 million Americans rely on the program.
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Records obtained by ProPublica indicate that food banks across the country were expecting more than 27 million pounds of chicken, 2 million gallons of milk, 10 million pounds of dried fruit and 60 million eggs that never arrived.
Trump Canceled 94 Million Pounds of Food Aid. Here’s What Never Arrived.
ProPublica obtained records from the Department of Agriculture that detail the millions of pounds of food, down to the number of eggs, that never reached food banks because of the administration’s cut...
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October 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Records obtained by ProPublica indicate that food banks across the country were expecting more than 27 million pounds of chicken, 2 million gallons of milk, 10 million pounds of dried fruit and 60 million eggs that never arrived.
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"A 60-year-old couple earning $85,000 may have to pay $31,000 for a health insurance plan in Kentucky...
$28,000 for a plan in Oregon...
$44,000 for a plan in Vermont..."
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
$28,000 for a plan in Oregon...
$44,000 for a plan in Vermont..."
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
Health insurance sticker shock begins as shutdown battle over subsidies rages
Many states have shown rising premiums ahead of open enrollment for Affordable Care Act plans. The government shutdown is driven by Democrats and Republicans being far apart on the issue of extended s...
www.washingtonpost.com
October 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
"A 60-year-old couple earning $85,000 may have to pay $31,000 for a health insurance plan in Kentucky...
$28,000 for a plan in Oregon...
$44,000 for a plan in Vermont..."
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
$28,000 for a plan in Oregon...
$44,000 for a plan in Vermont..."
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
The Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters Database, which the Trump administration “retired” in May, has relaunched outside of the government. In its first update, the database shows that the first six months of 2025 have been the most expensive first six months of any year since 1980.
Trump ‘retired’ a database tracking the most expensive weather disasters. Now it’s back — and finding over $100 billion in losses | CNN
The Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters Database, which the Trump administration ”retired” in May, has relaunched outside of the government — and found the most expensive half-year on record.
www.cnn.com
October 22, 2025 at 5:28 PM
The Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters Database, which the Trump administration “retired” in May, has relaunched outside of the government. In its first update, the database shows that the first six months of 2025 have been the most expensive first six months of any year since 1980.
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I want more people to care that SNAP benefits are being cut off on November 1. 40% of SNAP beneficiaries are children. This is callous and vile.
October 22, 2025 at 12:33 AM
I want more people to care that SNAP benefits are being cut off on November 1. 40% of SNAP beneficiaries are children. This is callous and vile.
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NEW: The government does not track how often immigration agents grab citizens. So ProPublica did.
We found more than 170 such incidents since the start of the second Trump administration. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes nearly 20 children, two of whom have cancer.
We found more than 170 such incidents since the start of the second Trump administration. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes nearly 20 children, two of whom have cancer.
More Than 170 U.S. Citizens Have Been Held by Immigration Agents. They’ve Been Kicked, Dragged and Detained for Days.
The government does not track how often immigration agents grab citizens. So ProPublica did. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes people who were held for days without a lawyer. And near...
www.propublica.org
October 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
NEW: The government does not track how often immigration agents grab citizens. So ProPublica did.
We found more than 170 such incidents since the start of the second Trump administration. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes nearly 20 children, two of whom have cancer.
We found more than 170 such incidents since the start of the second Trump administration. Our tally — almost certainly incomplete — includes nearly 20 children, two of whom have cancer.
Nine months after Donald Trump took office, promising to reduce prices on “day one”, a clear majority of Americans say their monthly costs have risen by between $100 and $749.
75% of Americans report soaring prices as Trump claims inflation ‘over’
Exclusive poll: Inflation remains a concern despite president’s pledge to reduce prices on ‘day one’
www.theguardian.com
October 16, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Nine months after Donald Trump took office, promising to reduce prices on “day one”, a clear majority of Americans say their monthly costs have risen by between $100 and $749.