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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 2h

(WSJ). Status of the Middle East War:

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Witkoff Visits Gaza as Hamas Moves to Reassert Control

The U.S. is preparing to establish a center in Israel that will monitor the cease-fire and oversee the distribution of humanitarian aid.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 2h

(WSJ)

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What to Know About Trump’s Latest Round of Government Layoffs

The White House and Russell Vought are following through on a threat to fire federal employees during the government shutdown.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 14h

At times, it is hard to remember how DUMB Trump really is. This will play SO WELL in COURT. CAN.NOT.WAIT. Thanks, STUPID-IN-CHIEF.

Bradley P. Moss @bradmossesq.bsky.social · 17h

That sound you hear is plaintiff lawyers popping champagne corks and DOJ lawyers groaning.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 19h

Q: How many layoffs have you authorized?

TRUMP: It'll be a lot. And it'll be Democrat-oriented.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 14h

(WSJ) More details on the WHINNER-IN-CHIEF and how he is "negotiating" like a bully with China. He is all WHINE, BITCH, COMPLAIN, PROTEST, ASSAULT, LIE, LIE, LIE. I am SO tired of this asshole and his ME, ME, ME.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

Trump to Hit China With Additional 100% Tariff, Citing Restrictions on Rare-Earth Elements

The president also said he would impose new export controls on critical software products in response to Beijing’s moves.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 15h

(WSJ) Excellent article by Josh Dawsey at WSJ. Trump is feeling emboldened over the last nine months, commenting that he "found is quite easy to do what he has done." This means for US, more protests, more lawsuits, more RESISTANCE a la WWII.

www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

Trump, Feeling Emboldened, Pushes Agenda Into Higher Gear

Recent moves by the president reflect a commander in chief who has seemingly faced little resistance to his agenda.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 21h

(wsj) More than you wanted to know about Trump and his administration's focus on how people APPEAR versus what they know, what experience they have, and what previous positions they have held. Just like TV and Fox News.
www.wsj.com/politics/the...

The Beauty Queens of MAGA World

From cabinet secretaries to state legislators, many women in today’s GOP have one thing in common: they got their start in public life by winning pageants.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 21h

(WSJ) The significant (thousands...) layoffs of government workers have started. Only time, quick time, will reveal the effect, along with the chaos of trying to find and rehire necessary workers when they are needed. Chaotic, vengeful Trump at work.

www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

White House Starts Mass Layoffs of Government Workers

OMB chief Russell Vought made the announcement on social media as the shutdown continued.

www.wsj.com

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

(CNBC) Trump really only knows one way to negotiate: by threat.
www.cnbc.com/2025/10/10/t...

Trump threatens 'massive' tariff hike on China over rare earths dispute

Stock markets dropped on Trump's bellicose Truth Social post that said China is "becoming very hostile" in seeking tough export controls on rare earths.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

(CNBC) The White House and Trump lack so much class and integrity. The actual winner demonstrates both.

www.cnbc.com/2025/10/10/t...

White House knocks Nobel Committee for snubbing Trump, but Peace Prize winner praises him

Some of Trump's Republican allies have called for him to get the Nobel Peace Prize, though the nomination deadline passed early in his current term.

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Bruce Brews @bruce-brews.bsky.social · 1d

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 1d

Rep. @aoc.bsky.social RT’ed this 👀

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

Yes, you are totally correct. "Wealth" is not what I intended. Thank you.

Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

A fine idea....then again, he'd probably invade Norway.

James Harvey @ourenglishdead.bsky.social · 1d

The Nobel Board could easily string him along for a few years. "Yeah Donald, you missed the cut off this year, but next year's yours." Then next year "Close but you can't deploy the military against your citizens" then "You nearly had it but for bombing fishing boats." Have some fun with him.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

Yes, yes, yes.....perfect.

grammy76er.bsky.social @grammy76er.bsky.social · 1d

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

"Plenary Authority," as said by Stephen Miller, the IDIOT RACIST, who makes most of Trump's decisions now. Wonder if he will appeal to be able to choose his cellmate for his years in prison beginning in 2029. ("PLENARY" = Trump can do ANYTHING at ANY TIME.)

Teri G @terilg.bsky.social · 1d

Wanna know why Stephen Miller froze after mentioning “plenary authority"?

He knew he said the quiet fascist takeover part out loud.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

Priceless....

The Mastiff @themastiff.bsky.social · 1d

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

"The Peace President" at WAR with many/most countries in the world due to outlandish tariffs, plus his international politicization of Police & Service Personnel by invading ONLY Democratic cities and states. An unparalleled racist with racial and thin-skinned tendencies, with NO EMPATHY for others.

George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 @gtconway.bsky.social · 1d

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

(WaPo: free) A fascinating and maybe believable story of how Trump and others were able to get to this first stage of a Gaza "deal"....wondering at the same time how long it will last. But kudos for at least some measurable progress to save lives.

www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...

Opinion | How Trump got his Gaza deal done

An imperious, go-it-alone president listened to others and built the coalition he needed.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

(WSJ) Now, to see how long this can last. With huge luck, the Israelis will not attack again. Sadly, I am skeptical, but hope for the best.
www.wsj.com/world/middle...

Israel Says Cease-Fire Has Begun, Troops Start Withdrawing From Parts of Gaza

The cease-fire sets the stage for the release of the remaining hostages and an influx of humanitarian aid into the territory.

www.wsj.com

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

(Zeteo) A wonderful set of profiles of those creeps around Trump...ones he selected himself, who professed exact and undying wealth to the Presidential Cheat Himself.

zeteo.com/p/who-is-ste...

Sinister, Malevolent, Venomous: Stephen Miller Is Like No Other White House Aide in Modern US History

Miller, the deputy White House chief of staff, has never hidden his disfigured and dangerous psyche. But now Donald Trump has empowered him to execute his fascist impulses.

zeteo.com

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

And the Nobel Peace Prize committee agrees with you TOTALLY this year. What an embarrassment to have a convicted felon and liar be awarded this award. Better for you, Trump, to wait, FOREVER.

BrooklynDad_Defiant! @mmpadellan.bsky.social · 1d

I agree with the 76% of Americans with common sense who believe trump does NOT deserve the Nobel Peace Prize.

How about YOU? 🤚

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End Citizens United @endcitizensunited.bsky.social · 1d

The targeting of Attorney General James is a deliberate act of vengeance from a corrupt regime. Look no further for their hypocrisy than their refusal to answer questions about border czar Tom Homan, who was caught ON CAMERA taking a $50k bribe.

AG Bondi deflects questions about Tom Homan, Epstein files in Senate hearing

Attorney General Pam Bondi is testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee today. MSNBC Senior Investigative Correspondent Carol Leonnig, former Assistant Manhattan District Attorney Catherine Chr...

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natfinplan.bsky.social @natfinplan.bsky.social · 1d

If you agree, please get on the phone or e-mail and tell your reps in D.C. what you think about occupation of cities. 75M voted against 47. It only takes a few minutes and it doesn't cost any money. We don't need money in politics. We just need people to participate.
www.nationalfinancialplan.com

National Financial Plan – The United States needs a long-term Financial Plan

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · Mar 30

PLEASE read this one. Kinda required reading. If you agree, which I hope you do, print in color and magnetically attach to your refrigerator. It is marvelous and very clear to all who visit: this is what we stand for. PERIOD.

Cathleen @cjmmusic1.bsky.social · Mar 29

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

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Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump’s Illinois National Guard Deployment

The decision deals a blow to the president’s efforts to use troops in the Chicago area.

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Blue Dot in Red State @bluedotin.bsky.social · 1d

(WSJ) The GOP has the House, Senate, and POTUS, and can't find a way to end THEIR SHUTDOWN. So predictable and inept. "The Gang that couldn't shoot straight" is at is again and again, with NO RESULTS for its citizens.
www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

Senators Try to Craft Exit Ramp for Shutdown as Tensions Rise

One lawmaker floats the idea of temporarily extending enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies with income caps

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