Scipher
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Vladimir Putin has played Trump’s greed perfectly, convincing him and his buddies to sell out Ukraine & the EU to establish joint business enterprises which span borders and propel Russia to a strong recovery. They justify their greed by calling it a peace plan.
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Make Money Not War: Trump’s Real Plan for Peace in Ukraine - tovima.com
The Kremlin pitched the White House on peace through business. To Europe’s dismay, the president and his envoy are on board.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Vladimir Putin has played Trump’s greed perfectly, convincing him and his buddies to sell out Ukraine & the EU to establish joint business enterprises which span borders and propel Russia to a strong recovery. They justify their greed by calling it a peace plan.
www.tovima.com/wsj/make-mon...
www.tovima.com/wsj/make-mon...
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Republicans are trying to sneak a provision into the annual defense spending bill to block states from passing AI regulations — a direct ask from Big Tech lobbyists who only care about their own profits, not your safety.
It’s a ridiculous proposal.
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
It’s a ridiculous proposal.
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
Republicans are looking for a way to bring back the AI moratorium
Congress’ last attempt to pause state AI regulations failed.
www.theverge.com
November 26, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Republicans are trying to sneak a provision into the annual defense spending bill to block states from passing AI regulations — a direct ask from Big Tech lobbyists who only care about their own profits, not your safety.
It’s a ridiculous proposal.
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
It’s a ridiculous proposal.
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
Pete Hegseth is jealous of Captain Mark Kelly, wishing that the respect Kelly has earned could be his.
Cartoon by Pat Bagley
Cartoon by Pat Bagley
November 26, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Pete Hegseth is jealous of Captain Mark Kelly, wishing that the respect Kelly has earned could be his.
Cartoon by Pat Bagley
Cartoon by Pat Bagley
Russia’s economy is collapsing, prices are increasing and supply is declining, munitions are dwindling. Russia has put all it has into this war. Meanwhile, Ukraine is holding on and striking Russian oil & gas facilities with long range drones. Give them what’s needed to force Russia’s surrender.
Ukraine hasn't asked for intervention. They've repeatedly said that they'll do the fighting if we just give them the weapons & ammo needed.
And they *are* winning this war of attrition, there's no doubt about that. Russia is on the brink of economic and military collapse.
And they *are* winning this war of attrition, there's no doubt about that. Russia is on the brink of economic and military collapse.
November 26, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Russia’s economy is collapsing, prices are increasing and supply is declining, munitions are dwindling. Russia has put all it has into this war. Meanwhile, Ukraine is holding on and striking Russian oil & gas facilities with long range drones. Give them what’s needed to force Russia’s surrender.
Any time evidence comes to light showing that Trump did something wrong, he does on of two things. If it’s physical evidence, he tries to hide it. If it’s eye-witness testimony, he attempts to either bribe the witness or destroy their reputation. Any of these maneuvers is a sure sign of his guilt.
I’ll save Trump + Sec. Signalgate some time: I never took a dime from a Ukrainian citizen or government entity.
But let’s be clear about what he’s trying so hard to distract from: my demands for him to release his phone call with MBS after the murder of Jamal Khashoggi.
But let’s be clear about what he’s trying so hard to distract from: my demands for him to release his phone call with MBS after the murder of Jamal Khashoggi.
November 26, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Any time evidence comes to light showing that Trump did something wrong, he does on of two things. If it’s physical evidence, he tries to hide it. If it’s eye-witness testimony, he attempts to either bribe the witness or destroy their reputation. Any of these maneuvers is a sure sign of his guilt.
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The first official confirmation that Noem herself made the decision not to turn the planes around. A couple hundred men were tortured as a result — and soon after, the Supreme Court confirmed that the Trump admin’s Alien Enemies Act process was a total violation of due process.
BREAKING:
“After receiving that legal advice, Secretary Noem directed that the AEA detainees who had been removed from the United States before the Court’s order could be transferred to the custody of El Salvador. “
“After receiving that legal advice, Secretary Noem directed that the AEA detainees who had been removed from the United States before the Court’s order could be transferred to the custody of El Salvador. “
November 26, 2025 at 1:45 AM
The first official confirmation that Noem herself made the decision not to turn the planes around. A couple hundred men were tortured as a result — and soon after, the Supreme Court confirmed that the Trump admin’s Alien Enemies Act process was a total violation of due process.
Trump’s solution for anything that shows he’s wrong.
Cartoon by Mike Luckovich.
Cartoon by Mike Luckovich.
November 26, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Trump’s solution for anything that shows he’s wrong.
Cartoon by Mike Luckovich.
Cartoon by Mike Luckovich.
What started out as an ultimatum from Donald Trump for Ukraine to accept a peace plan, that appeared to have been written by the Kremlin, by Thanksgiving, has brought all parties to the table and produced an updated version. Talks are ongoing, but progress has been made. www.bbc.com/news/article...
Updated peace plan could be a deal Ukraine will take - eventually
The proposed plan is said to have been significantly changed since Sunday - but key sticking points are likely to remain.
www.bbc.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:22 PM
What started out as an ultimatum from Donald Trump for Ukraine to accept a peace plan, that appeared to have been written by the Kremlin, by Thanksgiving, has brought all parties to the table and produced an updated version. Talks are ongoing, but progress has been made. www.bbc.com/news/article...
A Ukraine/Russia peace plan was drafted after discussions between U.S. officials and a Kremlin insider in Miami. It ceded extra territory to Russia, limited Ukrainian military, forbid NATO membership, and gave 50% of Russian frozen assets to the US. www.bbc.com/news/article...
What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war
There are 28 key points and while several on the face of it could be acceptable to Ukraine, others cross Kyiv's red lines.
www.bbc.com
November 25, 2025 at 5:03 AM
A Ukraine/Russia peace plan was drafted after discussions between U.S. officials and a Kremlin insider in Miami. It ceded extra territory to Russia, limited Ukrainian military, forbid NATO membership, and gave 50% of Russian frozen assets to the US. www.bbc.com/news/article...
For a long time, the GOP has weaponized fear and hatred, using them as political tools to sway opinion to their side. But, spurred on byTrump, they no longer just spin the truth, instead resorting to telling the public blatant lies in rapid succession. www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8UjhxhG/
SNAP fraud is under 2%. But racist propaganda about food assistance spreads faster than facts. Let’s break down what the data really says—and why the lies keep coming back. #SNAP #FoodStamps #Shutdown...
TikTok video by public_enlightenment
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November 23, 2025 at 7:27 PM
For a long time, the GOP has weaponized fear and hatred, using them as political tools to sway opinion to their side. But, spurred on byTrump, they no longer just spin the truth, instead resorting to telling the public blatant lies in rapid succession. www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8UjhxhG/
This cartoon by Pat Bagley perfectly illustrates our current administration. I have never heard so many wild, blatantly absurd lies being thrust onto the American public, as has been done by Republican politicians, without any consideration for the damage it’s doing to our country.
October 18, 2025 at 10:01 PM
This cartoon by Pat Bagley perfectly illustrates our current administration. I have never heard so many wild, blatantly absurd lies being thrust onto the American public, as has been done by Republican politicians, without any consideration for the damage it’s doing to our country.
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MAGA, don’t let the government turn you into Nazis.
MAGA, let’s watch the government lie to you to turn you into Nazis in real time. I know you’re not Nazis — and that’s exactly why you need to see this. Top fascism scholars have fled the U.S. not beca...
TikTok video by public_enlightenment
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September 17, 2025 at 7:03 PM
MAGA, don’t let the government turn you into Nazis.
The aging infrastructure in the U.S. is in trouble. Our leaders have allowed many of these systems to languish. Our electrical grid, for one, is completely inadequate. Trump is allowing private companies to take over these utilities, leading to an outrageously expensive future for consumers.
Without congressionally approved funding, public media stations say communities will be left with aging infrastructure amid growing risks from extreme weather.
Public media stations in rural America say emergency alert funding is in jeopardy
Without congressionally approved funding, public media stations say communities will be left with aging infrastructure amid growing risks from extreme weather.
n.pr
August 31, 2025 at 12:01 AM
The aging infrastructure in the U.S. is in trouble. Our leaders have allowed many of these systems to languish. Our electrical grid, for one, is completely inadequate. Trump is allowing private companies to take over these utilities, leading to an outrageously expensive future for consumers.
I believe the atrocities perpetrated against the Jews in World War II and throughout history were reprehensible and should never be forgotten, but how long are Jewish leaders going to use those incidents as a shield to defend their use of equally atrocious acts against starving civilians?
Netanyahu is restricting aid trucks into Gaza—the best way to get food to starving people there—so Jordan is delivering some with air drops.
The Jordanians said @merkley.senate.gov & I could join one of those flights to see the devastation, but Israel denied authorization for our scheduled flight.
The Jordanians said @merkley.senate.gov & I could join one of those flights to see the devastation, but Israel denied authorization for our scheduled flight.
Netanyahu is restricting food aid trucks into Gaza — so Jordan is delivering some with air drops
YouTube video by Senator Chris Van Hollen
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August 30, 2025 at 11:46 PM
I believe the atrocities perpetrated against the Jews in World War II and throughout history were reprehensible and should never be forgotten, but how long are Jewish leaders going to use those incidents as a shield to defend their use of equally atrocious acts against starving civilians?
After giving billions to the wealthy and tearing essential services away from the poor & middle class, Trump is now spending millions renovating the White House. Not only is his spending out of control, I don’t think he plans to leave the White House in 2029. What do you think?
After disappearing for four days, President Trump took to Truth Social Saturday to inform the public about one thing he did this week: yell at landscapers.
Trump, 79, Goes Full Grumpy Old Man in Rant Over Scratched Rose Garden Stone
The president banned a “stupid” contractor from the Rose Garden after making a shocking discovery.
trib.al
August 30, 2025 at 11:31 PM
After giving billions to the wealthy and tearing essential services away from the poor & middle class, Trump is now spending millions renovating the White House. Not only is his spending out of control, I don’t think he plans to leave the White House in 2029. What do you think?
This President and his sycophants are the source of endless embarrassment for the United States of America.
August 30, 2025 at 11:08 PM
This President and his sycophants are the source of endless embarrassment for the United States of America.
Trump simply can’t tolerate any votes that aren’t cast for him — so get rid of them all.
Cartoon by Christopher Weyant.
Cartoon by Christopher Weyant.
August 30, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Trump simply can’t tolerate any votes that aren’t cast for him — so get rid of them all.
Cartoon by Christopher Weyant.
Cartoon by Christopher Weyant.
U.S. halts weapons shipments to Ukraine as Russia steps up drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian civilians.
More confirmation by NBC: The U.S. has paused a major weapons shipment to Ukraine, including dozens of Patriot interceptor missiles, thousands of 155mm howitzer shells, over 100 Hellfires, 250+ GMLRS precision rockets, dozens of Stingers, AIM air-to-air missiles, and grenade launchers.
July 2, 2025 at 4:25 PM
U.S. halts weapons shipments to Ukraine as Russia steps up drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian civilians.
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This has always been the GOP's strategy:
1) Cut taxes for the wealthy & corporations by claiming they'll pay for themselves.
2) Explode the deficit.
3) Demand cuts to vital programs that help millions.
4) Repeat.
They're trying to get away with it again.
1) Cut taxes for the wealthy & corporations by claiming they'll pay for themselves.
2) Explode the deficit.
3) Demand cuts to vital programs that help millions.
4) Repeat.
They're trying to get away with it again.
May 26, 2025 at 10:01 PM
This has always been the GOP's strategy:
1) Cut taxes for the wealthy & corporations by claiming they'll pay for themselves.
2) Explode the deficit.
3) Demand cuts to vital programs that help millions.
4) Repeat.
They're trying to get away with it again.
1) Cut taxes for the wealthy & corporations by claiming they'll pay for themselves.
2) Explode the deficit.
3) Demand cuts to vital programs that help millions.
4) Repeat.
They're trying to get away with it again.
The GOP ran on reining in spending and reducing the deficit, yet they are pushing through Trump’s economic policy. Estimates predict this “big beautiful bill” will add between 3 to 5 TRILLION dollars to our deficit over the next 10 years. www.cbsnews.com/news/gop-tax...
GOP bill could add trillions to the U.S. deficit, some experts say. Here's what to know.
Republican tax bill could cost $3.8 trillion over 10 years as its tax cuts surpass spending reductions, according to one analysis.
www.cbsnews.com
May 20, 2025 at 4:00 AM
The GOP ran on reining in spending and reducing the deficit, yet they are pushing through Trump’s economic policy. Estimates predict this “big beautiful bill” will add between 3 to 5 TRILLION dollars to our deficit over the next 10 years. www.cbsnews.com/news/gop-tax...
Trump’s stupidity is eclipsed only by his greed. There’s a reason U.S. Presidents only fly on U.S. Government aircraft. Sources say it would take years to bring this plane up to AF1 standards.
May 12, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Trump’s stupidity is eclipsed only by his greed. There’s a reason U.S. Presidents only fly on U.S. Government aircraft. Sources say it would take years to bring this plane up to AF1 standards.
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The reality is that the U.S. government is ALREADY remarkably transparent and has a ton of oversight over the work it does, and people have been working for years to make it more efficient. But that story isn't going to get clicks, so government bashing is the norm and the DOGE bros bought it all.
Interesting piece which reveals a lot of the tech bro ignorance of government: DOGEr comes in, expects to find lots of inefficiency, is at least willing to acknowledge he was wrong unlike the hard core ideologues.
May 8, 2025 at 1:54 PM
The reality is that the U.S. government is ALREADY remarkably transparent and has a ton of oversight over the work it does, and people have been working for years to make it more efficient. But that story isn't going to get clicks, so government bashing is the norm and the DOGE bros bought it all.
A very informative fact check of the simpleminded rhetoric of Trump’s Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. We can’t afford the self-inflicted damage this administration is causing to our economy. wapo.st/4jWfAcA
Analysis | Lutnick’s economically incoherent and contradictory commentary
The commerce secretary is constantly on television, but his claims don’t make much sense.
wapo.st
May 8, 2025 at 2:10 PM
A very informative fact check of the simpleminded rhetoric of Trump’s Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. We can’t afford the self-inflicted damage this administration is causing to our economy. wapo.st/4jWfAcA
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If guilty people don't have Due Process rights, then innocent people don't have Due Process rights, because we don't know if they're innocent or guilty until we have a trial or hearing.
May 7, 2025 at 6:35 PM
If guilty people don't have Due Process rights, then innocent people don't have Due Process rights, because we don't know if they're innocent or guilty until we have a trial or hearing.
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Medicaid is a lifeline for 80 million Americans, including more than a million right here in Maryland.
Let’s rise up against the House GOP’s billionaires’ budget that calls for hundreds of millions of dollars in planned cuts to Medicaid.
Let’s rise up against the House GOP’s billionaires’ budget that calls for hundreds of millions of dollars in planned cuts to Medicaid.
May 7, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Medicaid is a lifeline for 80 million Americans, including more than a million right here in Maryland.
Let’s rise up against the House GOP’s billionaires’ budget that calls for hundreds of millions of dollars in planned cuts to Medicaid.
Let’s rise up against the House GOP’s billionaires’ budget that calls for hundreds of millions of dollars in planned cuts to Medicaid.