Jim Pavle
@jimpavle.bsky.social
Would be tinker, tailor, soldier, spy, doctor, diplomat.
The 20-Somethings Who Raised $121 Million to Build Military Drones www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/b...
“Their inspiration to build a drone company grew out of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which turned their high school hobby into a world-changing technology.”
Impressive dudes.
“Their inspiration to build a drone company grew out of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which turned their high school hobby into a world-changing technology.”
Impressive dudes.
The 20-Somethings Who Raised $121 Million to Build Military Drones
www.nytimes.com
November 19, 2025 at 12:34 AM
The 20-Somethings Who Raised $121 Million to Build Military Drones www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/b...
“Their inspiration to build a drone company grew out of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which turned their high school hobby into a world-changing technology.”
Impressive dudes.
“Their inspiration to build a drone company grew out of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which turned their high school hobby into a world-changing technology.”
Impressive dudes.
Maurene Comey’s Case Is More Consequential Than Her Father’s www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/o...
“Ms. Loomer called for Ms. Comey to be fired as a “national security risk” because of her “proximity to a criminal,” that is, her father.”
Loomer’s action is laughable, if it wasn’t so dangerous.
“Ms. Loomer called for Ms. Comey to be fired as a “national security risk” because of her “proximity to a criminal,” that is, her father.”
Loomer’s action is laughable, if it wasn’t so dangerous.
Opinion | Maurene Comey’s Case Is More Consequential Than Her Father’s
www.nytimes.com
November 17, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Maurene Comey’s Case Is More Consequential Than Her Father’s www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/o...
“Ms. Loomer called for Ms. Comey to be fired as a “national security risk” because of her “proximity to a criminal,” that is, her father.”
Loomer’s action is laughable, if it wasn’t so dangerous.
“Ms. Loomer called for Ms. Comey to be fired as a “national security risk” because of her “proximity to a criminal,” that is, her father.”
Loomer’s action is laughable, if it wasn’t so dangerous.
What Is Going On Inside the Department of Justice? www.nytimes.com/2025/11/03/b...
“The disturbing takeaway of “Injustice” is that, at the Justice Department, political independence has been replaced by abject servility to Trump”
“The disturbing takeaway of “Injustice” is that, at the Justice Department, political independence has been replaced by abject servility to Trump”
What Is Going On Inside the Department of Justice?
www.nytimes.com
November 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
What Is Going On Inside the Department of Justice? www.nytimes.com/2025/11/03/b...
“The disturbing takeaway of “Injustice” is that, at the Justice Department, political independence has been replaced by abject servility to Trump”
“The disturbing takeaway of “Injustice” is that, at the Justice Department, political independence has been replaced by abject servility to Trump”
A Harrowing Escape From the Drone-Infested Hellscape of Ukraine’s Front Lines www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/m...
A compelling story of one man’s survival and the role of new kinds of drones.
A compelling story of one man’s survival and the role of new kinds of drones.
A Harrowing Escape From the Drone-Infested Hellscape of Ukraine’s Front Lines
www.nytimes.com
November 17, 2025 at 12:30 AM
A Harrowing Escape From the Drone-Infested Hellscape of Ukraine’s Front Lines www.nytimes.com/2025/11/05/m...
A compelling story of one man’s survival and the role of new kinds of drones.
A compelling story of one man’s survival and the role of new kinds of drones.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/w...
“Russia, as it has elsewhere in Ukraine, struck evacuees with drones. This indiscriminate killing of civilians in cars and on bicycles has come to be known in Ukraine as “human safaris.” Systematic attacks on humanitarian convoys have made aid delivery impossible.”
“Russia, as it has elsewhere in Ukraine, struck evacuees with drones. This indiscriminate killing of civilians in cars and on bicycles has come to be known in Ukraine as “human safaris.” Systematic attacks on humanitarian convoys have made aid delivery impossible.”
What Our Photographer Saw as a Safe City Became a Blood Bath
www.nytimes.com
November 15, 2025 at 7:03 PM
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/w...
“Russia, as it has elsewhere in Ukraine, struck evacuees with drones. This indiscriminate killing of civilians in cars and on bicycles has come to be known in Ukraine as “human safaris.” Systematic attacks on humanitarian convoys have made aid delivery impossible.”
“Russia, as it has elsewhere in Ukraine, struck evacuees with drones. This indiscriminate killing of civilians in cars and on bicycles has come to be known in Ukraine as “human safaris.” Systematic attacks on humanitarian convoys have made aid delivery impossible.”
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/14/o...
“Republicans have done little to confront Mr. Trump’s abrogation of Congress’s spending powers…Lower court judges have already done an admirable job…Today’s Supreme Court has been far too tolerant of Mr. Trump’s steamrolling of Congress.”
“Republicans have done little to confront Mr. Trump’s abrogation of Congress’s spending powers…Lower court judges have already done an admirable job…Today’s Supreme Court has been far too tolerant of Mr. Trump’s steamrolling of Congress.”
Opinion | Trump’s Spending Abuses Are Out of Control
www.nytimes.com
November 15, 2025 at 5:43 PM
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/14/o...
“Republicans have done little to confront Mr. Trump’s abrogation of Congress’s spending powers…Lower court judges have already done an admirable job…Today’s Supreme Court has been far too tolerant of Mr. Trump’s steamrolling of Congress.”
“Republicans have done little to confront Mr. Trump’s abrogation of Congress’s spending powers…Lower court judges have already done an admirable job…Today’s Supreme Court has been far too tolerant of Mr. Trump’s steamrolling of Congress.”
Live Updates: Trump Deflects Attention From His Ties to Epstein by Ordering Inquiry Into Prominent Democrats www.nytimes.com/live/2025/11...
Not a surprise coming from the Revenger-in-Chief. Deflect, distract, denounce…
Not a surprise coming from the Revenger-in-Chief. Deflect, distract, denounce…
Live Updates: Trump Deflects Attention From His Ties to Epstein by Ordering Inquiry Into Prominent Democrats
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November 14, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Live Updates: Trump Deflects Attention From His Ties to Epstein by Ordering Inquiry Into Prominent Democrats www.nytimes.com/live/2025/11...
Not a surprise coming from the Revenger-in-Chief. Deflect, distract, denounce…
Not a surprise coming from the Revenger-in-Chief. Deflect, distract, denounce…
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
““I guess MAGA stands for MAKE ARGENTINA GREAT AGAIN,” Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, D-N.M., said in response.” (after a proposed amendment was struck down).
““I guess MAGA stands for MAKE ARGENTINA GREAT AGAIN,” Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, D-N.M., said in response.” (after a proposed amendment was struck down).
Trump signs funding bill into law, ending record-long government shutdown
Congress this week passed legislation that will keep the government open through Jan. 30, with some programs like SNAP food benefits funded through September.
www.nbcnews.com
November 13, 2025 at 9:26 PM
www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...
““I guess MAGA stands for MAKE ARGENTINA GREAT AGAIN,” Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, D-N.M., said in response.” (after a proposed amendment was struck down).
““I guess MAGA stands for MAKE ARGENTINA GREAT AGAIN,” Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, D-N.M., said in response.” (after a proposed amendment was struck down).
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
“MAGA base has had little trouble looking the other way when it comes to Donald Trump’s trampling of norms and ethical standards..His administration’s handling of information regarding the horrific crimes of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is different.”
“MAGA base has had little trouble looking the other way when it comes to Donald Trump’s trampling of norms and ethical standards..His administration’s handling of information regarding the horrific crimes of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is different.”
Analysis | Epstein is the one issue that persistently splits Trump from his base
Trump promised during the 2024 election to release the Justice Department’s “Epstein files,” but his administration has resisted doing so.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 13, 2025 at 5:47 PM
www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
“MAGA base has had little trouble looking the other way when it comes to Donald Trump’s trampling of norms and ethical standards..His administration’s handling of information regarding the horrific crimes of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is different.”
“MAGA base has had little trouble looking the other way when it comes to Donald Trump’s trampling of norms and ethical standards..His administration’s handling of information regarding the horrific crimes of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is different.”
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Two farmers offer plain talk — and disgust with Trump’s lack of understanding (while giving billions to Argentina).
Two farmers offer plain talk — and disgust with Trump’s lack of understanding (while giving billions to Argentina).
The Family Farm | Sunday on 60 Minutes
American farmers have faced months of uncertainty after China stopped buying soybeans in retaliation for White House tariffs. With high costs and low prices for their crops, many fear they could be th...
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November 10, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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Two farmers offer plain talk — and disgust with Trump’s lack of understanding (while giving billions to Argentina).
Two farmers offer plain talk — and disgust with Trump’s lack of understanding (while giving billions to Argentina).
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Trump just got massively booed and flipped off by the crowd at the Commanders game.
(Video: Marisa Schultz)
(Video: Marisa Schultz)
November 9, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Trump just got massively booed and flipped off by the crowd at the Commanders game.
(Video: Marisa Schultz)
(Video: Marisa Schultz)
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/07/u...
“In her final ruling, Judge Immergut disagreed on both counts and said the demonstrations, with a few notable exceptions, were largely peaceful and not as disruptive nor as dangerous as federal officials suggested.”
“In her final ruling, Judge Immergut disagreed on both counts and said the demonstrations, with a few notable exceptions, were largely peaceful and not as disruptive nor as dangerous as federal officials suggested.”
Judge Permanently Blocks National Guard Deployments to Portland for ICE Protests
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November 8, 2025 at 2:32 AM
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/07/u...
“In her final ruling, Judge Immergut disagreed on both counts and said the demonstrations, with a few notable exceptions, were largely peaceful and not as disruptive nor as dangerous as federal officials suggested.”
“In her final ruling, Judge Immergut disagreed on both counts and said the demonstrations, with a few notable exceptions, were largely peaceful and not as disruptive nor as dangerous as federal officials suggested.”
Dozy Don
photos of Trump sleeping through yesterday's Oval Office event via Andrew Harnik of Getty
November 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Dozy Don
““But the biggest problem for Sauer was posed by Chief Justice John Roberts. He asked Sauer how…the so-called “major questions doctrine,” might apply to this case. The doctrine requires that on issues of great significance, Congress must make a direct and clear grant of authority to the president.”
My piece on @msnbc.com discussing yesterday’s oral argument before #SCOTUS regarding the tariffs case. #Trump #tariffs
www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...
www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnb...
Trump's solicitor general stumbled at the Supreme Court. That may not matter.
The Constitution, the text of the relevant statute, and this Court’s past rulings argue against the president.
www.msnbc.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:46 PM
““But the biggest problem for Sauer was posed by Chief Justice John Roberts. He asked Sauer how…the so-called “major questions doctrine,” might apply to this case. The doctrine requires that on issues of great significance, Congress must make a direct and clear grant of authority to the president.”
www.reuters.com/legal/govern...
“The FBI Agents Association on Tuesday lambasted FBI Director Kash Patel, after the bureau fired, unfired and then re-fired several FBI agents who had worked on cases targeting U.S. President Donald Trump or his allies.”
“The FBI Agents Association on Tuesday lambasted FBI Director Kash Patel, after the bureau fired, unfired and then re-fired several FBI agents who had worked on cases targeting U.S. President Donald Trump or his allies.”
www.reuters.com
November 5, 2025 at 10:53 PM
www.reuters.com/legal/govern...
“The FBI Agents Association on Tuesday lambasted FBI Director Kash Patel, after the bureau fired, unfired and then re-fired several FBI agents who had worked on cases targeting U.S. President Donald Trump or his allies.”
“The FBI Agents Association on Tuesday lambasted FBI Director Kash Patel, after the bureau fired, unfired and then re-fired several FBI agents who had worked on cases targeting U.S. President Donald Trump or his allies.”
Are We Losing Our Democracy? www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
“the Times editorial board has compiled a list of 12 markers of democratic erosion, with help from scholars who have studied this phenomenon. The sobering reality is that the United States has regressed, to different degrees, on all 12.”
“the Times editorial board has compiled a list of 12 markers of democratic erosion, with help from scholars who have studied this phenomenon. The sobering reality is that the United States has regressed, to different degrees, on all 12.”
Opinion | Are We Losing Our Democracy?
Donald Trump has wielded power as no previous president has.
www.nytimes.com
November 3, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Are We Losing Our Democracy? www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
“the Times editorial board has compiled a list of 12 markers of democratic erosion, with help from scholars who have studied this phenomenon. The sobering reality is that the United States has regressed, to different degrees, on all 12.”
“the Times editorial board has compiled a list of 12 markers of democratic erosion, with help from scholars who have studied this phenomenon. The sobering reality is that the United States has regressed, to different degrees, on all 12.”
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Trump’s DOJ purges are from the Stalin Purge & Show Trial handbook: nominally directed against "Trotskyists" and members of the "Right Opposition".
Trump’s DOJ purges are from the Stalin Purge & Show Trial handbook: nominally directed against "Trotskyists" and members of the "Right Opposition".
democrats-judiciary.house.gov
October 31, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Trump’s DOJ purges are from the Stalin Purge & Show Trial handbook: nominally directed against "Trotskyists" and members of the "Right Opposition".
Trump’s DOJ purges are from the Stalin Purge & Show Trial handbook: nominally directed against "Trotskyists" and members of the "Right Opposition".
How a Former Trump Golf Club Worker Was Mistakenly Deported to Mexico www.nytimes.com/2025/10/30/n...
How a Former Trump Golf Club Worker Was Mistakenly Deported to Mexico
www.nytimes.com
October 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
How a Former Trump Golf Club Worker Was Mistakenly Deported to Mexico www.nytimes.com/2025/10/30/n...
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“Trump’s Gilded Age Brothel school of interior design” George Will is not amused. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
Opinion | The choreographed fakery of American politics: East Wing edition
Trump’s residential immodesty is nothing compared with his anti-constitutional immodesty.
www.washingtonpost.com
October 29, 2025 at 12:55 PM
“Trump’s Gilded Age Brothel school of interior design” George Will is not amused. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/27/o...
“Of the many problems with Trump immigration policies, two themes stand out: the brutality toward immigrants who are here illegally and the unfairness toward citizens and legal immigrants.”
NYT Editorial Board
“Of the many problems with Trump immigration policies, two themes stand out: the brutality toward immigrants who are here illegally and the unfairness toward citizens and legal immigrants.”
NYT Editorial Board
Opinion | Being Latino in the United States Should Not Be a Crime
www.nytimes.com
October 29, 2025 at 12:53 AM
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/27/o...
“Of the many problems with Trump immigration policies, two themes stand out: the brutality toward immigrants who are here illegally and the unfairness toward citizens and legal immigrants.”
NYT Editorial Board
“Of the many problems with Trump immigration policies, two themes stand out: the brutality toward immigrants who are here illegally and the unfairness toward citizens and legal immigrants.”
NYT Editorial Board
America Still Has a Political Center, and It’s the Key to Winning www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/o...
“He (Trump) threatens American democracy, and congressional Republicans have been complicit.”
“He (Trump) threatens American democracy, and congressional Republicans have been complicit.”
Opinion | America Still Has a Political Center, and It’s the Key to Winning
www.nytimes.com
October 26, 2025 at 7:41 PM
America Still Has a Political Center, and It’s the Key to Winning www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/o...
“He (Trump) threatens American democracy, and congressional Republicans have been complicit.”
“He (Trump) threatens American democracy, and congressional Republicans have been complicit.”
Reposted by Jim Pavle
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
“Trump, with his thirst for money and power, has in one fell swoop both exposed and embraced the corruption at the heart of digital currencies — a corruption inherited from the libertarian ideals that created them,” Finn Brunton writes.
“Trump, with his thirst for money and power, has in one fell swoop both exposed and embraced the corruption at the heart of digital currencies — a corruption inherited from the libertarian ideals that created them,” Finn Brunton writes.
Opinion | Crypto and Trump Corrupted America
Trump has bared the corruption at the heart of crypto and the libertarian ideas behind it.
nyti.ms
October 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
In @nytopinion.nytimes.com
“Trump, with his thirst for money and power, has in one fell swoop both exposed and embraced the corruption at the heart of digital currencies — a corruption inherited from the libertarian ideals that created them,” Finn Brunton writes.
“Trump, with his thirst for money and power, has in one fell swoop both exposed and embraced the corruption at the heart of digital currencies — a corruption inherited from the libertarian ideals that created them,” Finn Brunton writes.
Reposted by Jim Pavle
Britain arms Ukraine with 5,000+ air-defense missiles as Kyiv rolls out OCTOPUS interceptor drones and partners clamp down on Russia’s shadow oil lifelines. Winter won’t break Ukraine—nor its allies’ resolve.
https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-141998420
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TOP NEWS TODAY 🔝 24 October 2025 | Meanwhile in Ukraine
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October 25, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Britain arms Ukraine with 5,000+ air-defense missiles as Kyiv rolls out OCTOPUS interceptor drones and partners clamp down on Russia’s shadow oil lifelines. Winter won’t break Ukraine—nor its allies’ resolve.
https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-141998420
https://www.patreon.com/posts/top-news-today-141998420
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BREAKING:
Jack Smith is requesting that Congress and the Justice Dept. let him testify in public.
In new letters to the House and Senate Judiciary Committees, Smith says he wants to testify "in open hearings" because of "the many mischaracterizations" around his investigations.
Jack Smith is requesting that Congress and the Justice Dept. let him testify in public.
In new letters to the House and Senate Judiciary Committees, Smith says he wants to testify "in open hearings" because of "the many mischaracterizations" around his investigations.
October 23, 2025 at 8:50 PM
BREAKING:
Jack Smith is requesting that Congress and the Justice Dept. let him testify in public.
In new letters to the House and Senate Judiciary Committees, Smith says he wants to testify "in open hearings" because of "the many mischaracterizations" around his investigations.
Jack Smith is requesting that Congress and the Justice Dept. let him testify in public.
In new letters to the House and Senate Judiciary Committees, Smith says he wants to testify "in open hearings" because of "the many mischaracterizations" around his investigations.