J. Frank Rico
@letsberealfolks.bsky.social
Engineer, scientist, humanist, skeptic, freethinker, mild activist, nature lover, traveler, avid reader, pickleballer. Superpower: can make beer disappear.
This is precious. Noem: "We'd never deport veterans." Yet, the record shows otherwise. I don't think this is a one-off.
“We have not deported US citizens or military veterans," said Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, right before she was joined by Sae Joon Park, a Purple Heart recipient who was deported in June.
We'd never deport veterans, Noem says in earshot of deported veteran
The DHS boss was taken to task in a punchy House hearing by Democrats with receipts.
www.motherjones.com
December 11, 2025 at 10:19 PM
This is precious. Noem: "We'd never deport veterans." Yet, the record shows otherwise. I don't think this is a one-off.
The "stupid" press needs to confront this stable genius about his math.
Trump: “My executive order to lower prescription drug prices, which I think is the single biggest thing we've ever done that nobody writes about because your fake news…to slash drug prices by 200%, 300%, 400%, 500%, 600%, 700%, 800%. Nobody's ever heard of it before.”
December 2, 2025 at 5:25 PM
The "stupid" press needs to confront this stable genius about his math.
Why TF is disgraced Jones allowed to continue his shit?
Trump is boosting the biggest conspiracy nuts out there—besides himself.
December 2, 2025 at 5:09 AM
Why TF is disgraced Jones allowed to continue his shit?
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"If the U.S. military operation is not an armed conflict of any kind, these orders to kill helpless civilians clinging to the wreckage of a vessel our military destroyed would subject everyone from SECDEF down to the individual who pulled the trigger to prosecution under U.S. law for murder."
Here are US military lawyers stating clearly that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's "kill everybody" orders are either (1) war crimes or (2) murder.
Either way, expect prosecutions in the future.
www.justsecurity.org/wp-content/u...
Either way, expect prosecutions in the future.
www.justsecurity.org/wp-content/u...
November 30, 2025 at 4:39 AM
"If the U.S. military operation is not an armed conflict of any kind, these orders to kill helpless civilians clinging to the wreckage of a vessel our military destroyed would subject everyone from SECDEF down to the individual who pulled the trigger to prosecution under U.S. law for murder."
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This is among the most corrupt things a president has ever suggested, and I hope the press treats it that way. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/21/u...
Trump Said to Demand Justice Dept. Pay Him $230 Million for Past Cases
www.nytimes.com
October 21, 2025 at 10:53 PM
This is among the most corrupt things a president has ever suggested, and I hope the press treats it that way. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/21/u...
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LOOK AT ALL THE PEOPLE DESPERATELY RUNNING 26 MILES, 385 YARDS TO ESCAPE A WAR ZONE
It was a beautiful Sunday in Portland. Farmer’s markets, the Portland Marathon, peaceful protests, and some views of Mt. Hood. This city is vibrant, peaceful, and resilient. We do not need a federal occupation, and we sure as hell don’t want one.
October 7, 2025 at 3:52 AM
LOOK AT ALL THE PEOPLE DESPERATELY RUNNING 26 MILES, 385 YARDS TO ESCAPE A WAR ZONE
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"Ashli Babbitt was a grown ass adult who made a series of conscious, ill-advised decisions to engage in treasonous behavior, and she got exactly what she deserved. She was a traitor. She was a threat to national security. There is no nuance needed here."
Ashli Babbitt Already Got What She Deserved
She doesn't deserve full military honors.
charlotteclymer.substack.com
August 28, 2025 at 11:24 PM
"Ashli Babbitt was a grown ass adult who made a series of conscious, ill-advised decisions to engage in treasonous behavior, and she got exactly what she deserved. She was a traitor. She was a threat to national security. There is no nuance needed here."
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Republicans had a choice: expose child s*x traffickers or protect Trump.
They chose Trump.
They chose traffickers.
They are the party of child s*x trafficking.
They chose Trump.
They chose traffickers.
They are the party of child s*x trafficking.
August 24, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Republicans had a choice: expose child s*x traffickers or protect Trump.
They chose Trump.
They chose traffickers.
They are the party of child s*x trafficking.
They chose Trump.
They chose traffickers.
They are the party of child s*x trafficking.
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A rare statement from former President Obama's office regarding Trump's latest attempt to distract from Epstein
July 22, 2025 at 8:36 PM
A rare statement from former President Obama's office regarding Trump's latest attempt to distract from Epstein
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WATCH: “There is no more dangerous form of government than theocracy. The only thing worse than a tyrant is a tyrant who thinks they’re on a mission from God.”
Here’s the part where Joe Rogan encourages TX Rep. @jamestalarico.bsky.social to run for president👇🏽 👀
Here’s the part where Joe Rogan encourages TX Rep. @jamestalarico.bsky.social to run for president👇🏽 👀
July 18, 2025 at 10:34 PM
WATCH: “There is no more dangerous form of government than theocracy. The only thing worse than a tyrant is a tyrant who thinks they’re on a mission from God.”
Here’s the part where Joe Rogan encourages TX Rep. @jamestalarico.bsky.social to run for president👇🏽 👀
Here’s the part where Joe Rogan encourages TX Rep. @jamestalarico.bsky.social to run for president👇🏽 👀
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Pam Bondi in February: The Epstein client list is sitting on my desk right now to review.
Pam Bondi today: There is no Epstein client list and no "further disclosure" of Epstein-related material "would be appropriate or warranted."
Pam Bondi today: There is no Epstein client list and no "further disclosure" of Epstein-related material "would be appropriate or warranted."
July 7, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Pam Bondi in February: The Epstein client list is sitting on my desk right now to review.
Pam Bondi today: There is no Epstein client list and no "further disclosure" of Epstein-related material "would be appropriate or warranted."
Pam Bondi today: There is no Epstein client list and no "further disclosure" of Epstein-related material "would be appropriate or warranted."
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This is bullshit.
Not only do ICE bounty hunters refuse to identify themselves, they won’t say where they’re taking the people they’re kidnapping.
Deliberately shuffling detainees from facility to facility so families can’t find them & they miss their chance at legal counsel.
(Anaheim, CA)
Not only do ICE bounty hunters refuse to identify themselves, they won’t say where they’re taking the people they’re kidnapping.
Deliberately shuffling detainees from facility to facility so families can’t find them & they miss their chance at legal counsel.
(Anaheim, CA)
July 4, 2025 at 11:27 PM
This is bullshit.
Not only do ICE bounty hunters refuse to identify themselves, they won’t say where they’re taking the people they’re kidnapping.
Deliberately shuffling detainees from facility to facility so families can’t find them & they miss their chance at legal counsel.
(Anaheim, CA)
Not only do ICE bounty hunters refuse to identify themselves, they won’t say where they’re taking the people they’re kidnapping.
Deliberately shuffling detainees from facility to facility so families can’t find them & they miss their chance at legal counsel.
(Anaheim, CA)
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The official White House rapid response account is just blatant lying. No taxes on Social Security is not in the bill.
July 4, 2025 at 9:46 PM
The official White House rapid response account is just blatant lying. No taxes on Social Security is not in the bill.
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Trump brazenly lies: "It's the most popular bill ever signed in the history of our country." (Polls show that the bill is actually about 20 points underwater.)
July 4, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Trump brazenly lies: "It's the most popular bill ever signed in the history of our country." (Polls show that the bill is actually about 20 points underwater.)
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Trump’s giant budget-busting, Medicaid-shattering, shafting-the-poor-and-working-class, making-the-rich-even richer bill is a travesty.
We must ensure that senators who voted in favor of this monstrosity are booted out of the Senate as soon as they’re up for reelection.
We must ensure that senators who voted in favor of this monstrosity are booted out of the Senate as soon as they’re up for reelection.
NEW: The U.S. Senate has passed the GOP budget bill by a vote of 51-50 following a tie-breaking vote by JD Vance.
Tillis, Collins, and Paul voted No.
Tillis, Collins, and Paul voted No.
Trump's Budget Bill Passes Senate; Heads Back to House for Final Vote
Trump's disastrous and unpopular budget bill passed after days of amendment votes
meidasnews.com
July 1, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Trump’s giant budget-busting, Medicaid-shattering, shafting-the-poor-and-working-class, making-the-rich-even richer bill is a travesty.
We must ensure that senators who voted in favor of this monstrosity are booted out of the Senate as soon as they’re up for reelection.
We must ensure that senators who voted in favor of this monstrosity are booted out of the Senate as soon as they’re up for reelection.
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BREAKING: SENATOR PADILLA HANDCUFFED AND THROWN TO THE GROUND AFTER BEING FORCIBLY REMOVED FROM PRESS CONFERENCE.
June 12, 2025 at 6:41 PM
BREAKING: SENATOR PADILLA HANDCUFFED AND THROWN TO THE GROUND AFTER BEING FORCIBLY REMOVED FROM PRESS CONFERENCE.
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While you’re waiting for tomorrow’s ‘Too Late to Cancel’ catch the latest ‘On Democracy’ on @meidastouch.com! I say down with political analyst, Project 2025 expert, and journalist @ahmedbaba.bsky.social to discuss the through line of destruction in Trump’s first 100 days.
Trump's Big Plan Hits SUDDEN ROADBLOCK as POLLS PLUMMET
YouTube video by MeidasTouch
youtu.be
May 4, 2025 at 2:19 AM
While you’re waiting for tomorrow’s ‘Too Late to Cancel’ catch the latest ‘On Democracy’ on @meidastouch.com! I say down with political analyst, Project 2025 expert, and journalist @ahmedbaba.bsky.social to discuss the through line of destruction in Trump’s first 100 days.
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Why aren’t you wearing a suit?
Have you said “Thank you” to Greenland and Denmark for allowing you to have a base on Greenland?
Have you said “Thank you” to Greenland and Denmark for allowing you to have a base on Greenland?
March 29, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Why aren’t you wearing a suit?
Have you said “Thank you” to Greenland and Denmark for allowing you to have a base on Greenland?
Have you said “Thank you” to Greenland and Denmark for allowing you to have a base on Greenland?
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CALL TO ACTION: Call your representatives at (202) 224-3121 and ask what criteria they plan to use when “vetting” their constituents.
February 28, 2025 at 12:54 AM
CALL TO ACTION: Call your representatives at (202) 224-3121 and ask what criteria they plan to use when “vetting” their constituents.
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Elon Musk Fact-Checked by his own AI platform Grok! What an embarrassment this “genius” is.
For my full statement and questions posed to Mr. Musk, see below.
For my full statement and questions posed to Mr. Musk, see below.
February 28, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Elon Musk Fact-Checked by his own AI platform Grok! What an embarrassment this “genius” is.
For my full statement and questions posed to Mr. Musk, see below.
For my full statement and questions posed to Mr. Musk, see below.
I want to understand how uncleared doge dudes can simply walk in, enter secure rooms, and begin to hack away at systems. How is this happening?
February 20, 2025 at 5:19 AM
I want to understand how uncleared doge dudes can simply walk in, enter secure rooms, and begin to hack away at systems. How is this happening?
OK. My first original post here. I have seen no one on any media platform ask this question. It may seem naive, but I ask why there have been no reported physical confrontations with the doge bros from security officials at the various government agencies?
February 20, 2025 at 5:19 AM
OK. My first original post here. I have seen no one on any media platform ask this question. It may seem naive, but I ask why there have been no reported physical confrontations with the doge bros from security officials at the various government agencies?
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It is a crime to lie to a federal judge - 18 USC 1623 ⬇️
On the left:
President Trump: "I am pleased to announce that the Great Elon Musk ... will lead the Department of Government Efficiency ('DOGE")"
On the right:
Government declaration (by Joshua Fisher) submitted to Judge Chutkan stating Elon Musk is not the leader of DOGE
President Trump: "I am pleased to announce that the Great Elon Musk ... will lead the Department of Government Efficiency ('DOGE")"
On the right:
Government declaration (by Joshua Fisher) submitted to Judge Chutkan stating Elon Musk is not the leader of DOGE
February 18, 2025 at 4:35 AM
It is a crime to lie to a federal judge - 18 USC 1623 ⬇️