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Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) says he was uninvited from a bipartisan White House dinner for governors
"As the nation’s only Black governor, I can’t ignore that being singled out for exclusion from this bipartisan tradition carries an added weight — whether that was the intent or not"
"As the nation’s only Black governor, I can’t ignore that being singled out for exclusion from this bipartisan tradition carries an added weight — whether that was the intent or not"
February 8, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) says he was uninvited from a bipartisan White House dinner for governors
"As the nation’s only Black governor, I can’t ignore that being singled out for exclusion from this bipartisan tradition carries an added weight — whether that was the intent or not"
"As the nation’s only Black governor, I can’t ignore that being singled out for exclusion from this bipartisan tradition carries an added weight — whether that was the intent or not"
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The thing about Katie Mettler is I would run through a brick wall for her, and have been willing to do this since the first moment we met. The absolute realest person in the game.
February 7, 2026 at 11:07 PM
The thing about Katie Mettler is I would run through a brick wall for her, and have been willing to do this since the first moment we met. The absolute realest person in the game.
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You're invited: Join my telephone town hall tomorrow 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm at kim.senate.gov/town-halls.
I'll provide a live briefing on the status of the Gateway Tunnel Project as Trump continues to illegally withhold funds, impacting thousands of NJ workers and commuters.
I'll provide a live briefing on the status of the Gateway Tunnel Project as Trump continues to illegally withhold funds, impacting thousands of NJ workers and commuters.
February 6, 2026 at 1:51 AM
You're invited: Join my telephone town hall tomorrow 2/6 from 6:30-7:30pm at kim.senate.gov/town-halls.
I'll provide a live briefing on the status of the Gateway Tunnel Project as Trump continues to illegally withhold funds, impacting thousands of NJ workers and commuters.
I'll provide a live briefing on the status of the Gateway Tunnel Project as Trump continues to illegally withhold funds, impacting thousands of NJ workers and commuters.
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Dear Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt:
You may not be aware of this, but it actually matters to the American public whether Donald Trump (1) has the intellect and temperament of a five-year old, (b) is a racist cretin, or (c) as seems most likely, both.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
You may not be aware of this, but it actually matters to the American public whether Donald Trump (1) has the intellect and temperament of a five-year old, (b) is a racist cretin, or (c) as seems most likely, both.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
February 6, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Dear Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt:
You may not be aware of this, but it actually matters to the American public whether Donald Trump (1) has the intellect and temperament of a five-year old, (b) is a racist cretin, or (c) as seems most likely, both.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
You may not be aware of this, but it actually matters to the American public whether Donald Trump (1) has the intellect and temperament of a five-year old, (b) is a racist cretin, or (c) as seems most likely, both.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
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“Last night in Eugene, Oregon, these criminals broke into a Federal Building, & did great damage, also scaring & harassing the hardworking employees. Local Police did nothing in order to stop it. We will not let that happen anymore!"
—DJT
Can you imagine protestors breaking into a federal building?
—DJT
Can you imagine protestors breaking into a federal building?
Trump says DHS won't respond to protests in Democratic-led cities until they 'ask for help'
The president said federal law enforcement will still guard federal property “very powerfully” in those cities.
www.nbcnews.com
February 1, 2026 at 1:42 PM
“Last night in Eugene, Oregon, these criminals broke into a Federal Building, & did great damage, also scaring & harassing the hardworking employees. Local Police did nothing in order to stop it. We will not let that happen anymore!"
—DJT
Can you imagine protestors breaking into a federal building?
—DJT
Can you imagine protestors breaking into a federal building?
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ICE Issues Ransom Note Demanding $65 Billion If U.S. Wants To See Minnesota Again
ICE Issues Ransom Note Demanding $65 Billion If U.S. Wants To See Minnesota Again
WASHINGTON—Claiming the nation’s beloved North Star State was in peril, Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued a ransom note Tuesday that told the United States to pay $65 billion if it ever wante...
theonion.com
February 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
ICE Issues Ransom Note Demanding $65 Billion If U.S. Wants To See Minnesota Again
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“Meanwhile in U Street – Broken Water Main, cars are frozen in the water that is rapidly freezing.” Good Lord This is not Good - If you thought things couldn't get worse... More insane photos: www.popville.com/2026/02/u-st...
“Meanwhile in U Street – Broken Water Main, cars are frozen in the water that is rapidly freezing.” Good Lord This is not Good - PoPville
Thanks to Jessica for sending: "spotted on wallach place nw- broken water main and non response yet from Dc emergency water 🤪. cars are frozen in the water that is rapidly freezing." Many more wild ph...
www.popville.com
February 1, 2026 at 7:14 PM
“Meanwhile in U Street – Broken Water Main, cars are frozen in the water that is rapidly freezing.” Good Lord This is not Good - If you thought things couldn't get worse... More insane photos: www.popville.com/2026/02/u-st...
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Storm Day + 7 Checking on plowing, alleys and a couple crazy vids of snow collapses: www.popville.com/2026/02/stor...
Storm Day + 7 Checking on plowing, alleys and a couple crazy vids of snow collapses - PoPville
"Dear PoPville, Our street, the 1600 block of Underwood St. NW, hasn't been plowed a single time since the storm a week ago. In the last day alone my teenage son has helped at least three cars stuck i...
www.popville.com
February 1, 2026 at 3:42 PM
Storm Day + 7 Checking on plowing, alleys and a couple crazy vids of snow collapses: www.popville.com/2026/02/stor...
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People in my state are terrified to leave their homes, to travel without their passports, to go to work and school.
I hear you, NJ. There must be accountability for this lawlessness.
I hear you, NJ. There must be accountability for this lawlessness.
January 31, 2026 at 10:23 PM
People in my state are terrified to leave their homes, to travel without their passports, to go to work and school.
I hear you, NJ. There must be accountability for this lawlessness.
I hear you, NJ. There must be accountability for this lawlessness.
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Well if this isn’t the least surprising decision in history—DOJ misconduct complaint against DC judge dismissed for lack of evidence.
DOJ misconduct complaint against D.C. federal judge dismissed
Chief U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg of D.C. was accused of bias by the Justice Department, which then failed to provide evidence against him.
wapo.st
February 1, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Well if this isn’t the least surprising decision in history—DOJ misconduct complaint against DC judge dismissed for lack of evidence.
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I voted No because I wanted to send a clear message to the Republicans that addressing the lawlessness we see in Minnesota and around the country is urgent, and we should be working through the weekend and not let up until we have safeguards for the American people. 1/3
January 31, 2026 at 12:41 AM
I voted No because I wanted to send a clear message to the Republicans that addressing the lawlessness we see in Minnesota and around the country is urgent, and we should be working through the weekend and not let up until we have safeguards for the American people. 1/3
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A Bad Heir Day at the Fed
No, Kevin Warsh isn’t qualified
paulkrugman.substack.com
January 30, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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Today, I voted NO to the funding package for DHS. This may have been my vote, but this was the people's voice.
We need real changes to fix a broken and lawless system. I'll be working closely with my colleagues to deliver it.
We need real changes to fix a broken and lawless system. I'll be working closely with my colleagues to deliver it.
January 29, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Today, I voted NO to the funding package for DHS. This may have been my vote, but this was the people's voice.
We need real changes to fix a broken and lawless system. I'll be working closely with my colleagues to deliver it.
We need real changes to fix a broken and lawless system. I'll be working closely with my colleagues to deliver it.
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ICE Boasts Zero Murders Committed By 5-Year-Olds Since Child Detainments Began https://theonion.com/ice-boasts-zero-murders-committed-by-5-year-olds-since-child-detainments-began/
January 30, 2026 at 5:32 PM
ICE Boasts Zero Murders Committed By 5-Year-Olds Since Child Detainments Began https://theonion.com/ice-boasts-zero-murders-committed-by-5-year-olds-since-child-detainments-began/
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everything's going great at DOJ reason.com/2026/01/30/j...
![In another case from the appendix, ICE arrested a Moldovan refugee who had already gone through extensive background checks and vetting. In response to her petition for emergency relief, the government claimed that her detention was based on her "fail[ure] to acquire permanent resident status within one year."
But as the judge noted in his order granting the woman's petition (citation omitted), "Such a basis for detention is illogical given that refugees are not eligible to apply for adjustment of status until they have 'been physically present in the United States for at least one year.'"](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:4wgc32lruykyqvmnculpihn5/bafkreig2hp6chfnl5vbpc3qdm2tus4nga27llqlwnkjxe46itshvexgvh4@jpeg)
January 30, 2026 at 5:40 PM
everything's going great at DOJ reason.com/2026/01/30/j...
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Just watched the video of what looks to be another ICE murder in Minneapolis and thinking again of the incredible bravery of these protestors, facing out of control armed paramilitaries with only whistles and phone cameras.
January 24, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Just watched the video of what looks to be another ICE murder in Minneapolis and thinking again of the incredible bravery of these protestors, facing out of control armed paramilitaries with only whistles and phone cameras.
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2a absolutists oddly quiet in the face of actual tyranny
January 24, 2026 at 5:31 PM
2a absolutists oddly quiet in the face of actual tyranny
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Can ICE enter a home to make an arrest without a judicial warrant?
@orinkerr.bsky.social explores the potential legal argument behind the recently reported DHS policy that purports to authorize ICE to enter homes based on Form I-205 Warrants in much of the United States.
@orinkerr.bsky.social explores the potential legal argument behind the recently reported DHS policy that purports to authorize ICE to enter homes based on Form I-205 Warrants in much of the United States.
Can ICE Enter a Home to Make an Arrest With Only an Administrative Warrant?
A tentative take, on both the rights and the remedies.
www.lawfaremedia.org
January 23, 2026 at 8:23 PM
Can ICE enter a home to make an arrest without a judicial warrant?
@orinkerr.bsky.social explores the potential legal argument behind the recently reported DHS policy that purports to authorize ICE to enter homes based on Form I-205 Warrants in much of the United States.
@orinkerr.bsky.social explores the potential legal argument behind the recently reported DHS policy that purports to authorize ICE to enter homes based on Form I-205 Warrants in much of the United States.
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For years residents in the expensive (and very white) neighborhood of Chevy Chase have been fighting over whether housing should be built on top of a library that needs to be renovated. Now they seem to have united against @mayorbowser.dc.gov's plan to do so: 51st.news/chevy-chase-...
A fight over a library and affordable housing in Chevy Chase
The debate over putting housing above a beloved public library continues.
51st.news
January 23, 2026 at 2:41 PM
For years residents in the expensive (and very white) neighborhood of Chevy Chase have been fighting over whether housing should be built on top of a library that needs to be renovated. Now they seem to have united against @mayorbowser.dc.gov's plan to do so: 51st.news/chevy-chase-...
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In court this afternoon, a federal judge appeared skeptical of the Trump administration's claims that it has the proper authority to continue construction on the East Wing site that was demolished last year
www.cbsnews.com/news/judge-s...
www.cbsnews.com/news/judge-s...
Judge skeptical of Trump's arguments he has proper authority to build White House ballroom
A historic preservation nonprofit is trying to block ongoing construction of Trump's new White House ballroom.
www.cbsnews.com
January 22, 2026 at 11:53 PM
In court this afternoon, a federal judge appeared skeptical of the Trump administration's claims that it has the proper authority to continue construction on the East Wing site that was demolished last year
www.cbsnews.com/news/judge-s...
www.cbsnews.com/news/judge-s...
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Cops at her front door, holding a phone to her face, asking if that's her Facebook account.
What the fuck are we doing here?
What the fuck are we doing here?
A woman left a comment on Facebook criticizing the Mayor of Miami Beach,.
The Mayor of Miami Beach then sent the cops to her home.
The Mayor of Miami Beach then sent the cops to her home.
January 19, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Cops at her front door, holding a phone to her face, asking if that's her Facebook account.
What the fuck are we doing here?
What the fuck are we doing here?
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“According to AI companies, creativity isn’t an innate human endeavor, but a problem, an inefficiency waiting for a technological intervention…Such rhetoric conveniently abstracts creativity from a complex, embodied human experience & represents it as a computational problem to be solved.”
AI is not a tool - AI & SOCIETY
AI & SOCIETY -
link.springer.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:18 PM
“According to AI companies, creativity isn’t an innate human endeavor, but a problem, an inefficiency waiting for a technological intervention…Such rhetoric conveniently abstracts creativity from a complex, embodied human experience & represents it as a computational problem to be solved.”
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DAY AHEAD: Questions mount about whether convicted Jan 6 rioters are now working for ICE in Minneapolis
youtube.com/shorts/RHp_X...
youtube.com/shorts/RHp_X...
NEW: Questions mount about whether convicted Jan 6 rioters are now working for ICE in Minneapolis
YouTube video by Scott MacFarlane Reports
youtube.com
January 16, 2026 at 11:56 AM
DAY AHEAD: Questions mount about whether convicted Jan 6 rioters are now working for ICE in Minneapolis
youtube.com/shorts/RHp_X...
youtube.com/shorts/RHp_X...
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‘Washington Post’ Publishes Editorial Defending FBI Raid On Its Reporter https://theonion.com/washington-post-publishes-editorial-defending-fbi-raid-on-its-reporter/
January 15, 2026 at 8:20 PM
‘Washington Post’ Publishes Editorial Defending FBI Raid On Its Reporter https://theonion.com/washington-post-publishes-editorial-defending-fbi-raid-on-its-reporter/
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It seems to me that if you're trying to figure out if originalism is a really deep and consistent commitment of the originalist Justices or is something that gets trotted out from time to time as needed, today's opinion in Case v. Montana is a data point clearly for the latter.
January 14, 2026 at 8:24 PM
It seems to me that if you're trying to figure out if originalism is a really deep and consistent commitment of the originalist Justices or is something that gets trotted out from time to time as needed, today's opinion in Case v. Montana is a data point clearly for the latter.