Karen says...
@karengautney.bsky.social
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On self-supported sabbatical of indefinite duration. Political lefty. Former Southerner. Audacious underdog. Prolific volunteer. Committed to kindness, but feeling snarkier by the day. Tai Chi keeps me from exploding.
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karengautney.bsky.social
In most states, pointing a gun at someone who is not an imminent threat to you is a crime. It's the principle of proportionate force. The civilian had no gun, no weapon, and was outnumbered considerably. What kind of lame ass goon needs to "protect" himself in that situation by pointing a gun?
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tomjoscelyn.bsky.social
“I spent three nights and three days in federal custody. During that time, I was never told what I was charged with, was not allowed to shower despite being covered in tear gas and pepper spray, had no phone call to my family, and no access to an attorney.” - George Retes, U.S. citizen and veteran.
I’m a US citizen and a veteran. ICE arrested me for no reason.
Jailed for three days without an explanation or ability to notify anyone, George Retes argues the only path to healing starts with the government taking accountability for its actions.
newsletter.ofthebrave.org
karengautney.bsky.social
He's just minding the store. He doesn't have a role in Trump's government, just a senior role in Trump's grift.
karengautney.bsky.social
It says "including" flu and Covid. Wonder what other vaccinations he received.
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thebulwark.com
George was just trying to get to work.

ICE pepper-sprayed him, dragged him from his car, locked him in a detention center, and placed him on suicide watch. He even missed his young daughter’s birthday in the process.

This man is a veteran and American citizen. Don't look away.
thebulwark.com
"They put me on suicide watch and they put me in the cell, I'm naked, in like a hospital dress and just a concrete bed with like a mattress, like a thin mattress and, they leave the light on 24/7."

@timmiller.bsky.social talked to a veteran who ICE wrongly detained and brutalized
karengautney.bsky.social
I'd like to see more reporting on his make-up and hair routine. He spends so much time commenting on the looks of others, let's have a deep dive into what he would look like without his fake hair being professionally poofed and swirled around his head. How many staff are employed to primp him?
karengautney.bsky.social
GET OFF MY LAWN!! says "Kid" Rock, who ain't no kid no more.
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muellershewrote.com
A restraining order was issued YESTERDAY by a federal judge barring detention of journalists in this district unless they refuse to reposition themselves and are given adequate time to do so, or there’s probable cause they’ve committed a crime.
heartlandsignal.bsky.social
BREAKING: Masked Border Patrol agents aggressively arrested WGN video producer Debbie Brockman in Lincoln Square Friday morning, supposedly for "obstructing justice." (Video via Josh Thomas on Facebook)

Follow @heartlandsignal for more.
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ronfilipkowski.bsky.social
Mr. Secretary, the president is on the phone. He sounds very angry and he keeps calling you Lil Marco.
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thetnholler.bsky.social
Nothing says “America First” like letting another country put an Air Force base in Idaho
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walshfreedom.bsky.social
So the Nobel Peace Prize was given to someone who fights authoritarianism and was not given to an actual authoritarian.

Makes sense to me.
karengautney.bsky.social
They only have authority to give him the Republican Congress Piece Prize. 'Cuz he's definitely a piece of.... something.
karengautney.bsky.social
"Appears"???? There is no alternative explanation.
karengautney.bsky.social
Congressional Republicans have abdicated their responsibilities. Dark days for the United States.
karengautney.bsky.social
Which is exactly why we need more like him on the front lines. Christ is NOT on their side. And they WILL go after white males if they don't get in line.
karengautney.bsky.social
Self defense, right? Geeze, what a teeny pathetic little goonie.
karengautney.bsky.social
I'll say it again. We need more visible clergy on the front lines. How dare they claim that Christ is on their side?
karengautney.bsky.social
He'll get a phone call from the boss and he'll be singing a different foghorn tomorrow.
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ronfilipkowski.bsky.social
Update from the war zone in Portland.