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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 3h

Greg Bovino, Kristi Noem, and DHS need to answer for their unchecked attacks on Chicago residents.

ICE is an out-of-control danger to our peaceful communities.

The images from the Sun-Times today speak for themselves.

An ICE agent throws a tear gas canister at protesters at East 105th Street and South Avenue N in East Side.

Photo Credit: Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times

Federal immigration enforcement agents detain a protester during a skirmish at East 105th Street and South Avenue N in East Side.

Photo Credit: Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent points a crowd control weapon at a protester Tuesday at East 105th Street and South Avenue N in the East Side neighborhood.

Photo Credit: Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times

A Chicago Police Department officer washes his face after being exposed to tear gas during a protest at East 105th Street and South Avenue N in East Side.

Photo Credit: Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times

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Shipwreck @shipwreck75.bsky.social · 1h

Los Angeles County has declared a state of emergency over ICE immigration raids - ABC

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ᕼᗴᗪᗩ 🩵 🐶 🇺🇦✌️ @hedahunter.bsky.social · 1h

Yes, Jack Smith disguised himself as the pool boy and snuck in to plant folders😎

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2h

Eric Trump: "We found out that Jack Smith was actually planting classified folders in Mar-a-Lago"

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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 4h

Trump’s administration laid off thousands of federal workers, gutting critical departments: Treasury, HHS, and Education.

What we’re seeing now isn’t new. The shutdown is the new excuse. Create chaos, starve the government, and leave folks struggling while Trump’s billionaire buddies get richer.

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D. Earl Stephens @dearlstephens.bsky.social · 2h

📌From the NYT tonight:
"Two weeks into the government shutdown, Trump has frozen or canceled nearly $28 billion that had been reserved for more than 200 projects located in Democratic-led cities, congressional districts and states."

📌From me:
This is appalling and yet ANOTHER attack on Americans.

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D. Earl Stephens @dearlstephens.bsky.social · 2h

Don't you DARE tell me both parties are the same.

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Khashoggi's Ghost @urocklive1.bsky.social · 2h

ICE agents interfered with—and even threatened to “shoot and arrest”—emergency personnel rescuing an injured protester last week in Portland.

The agent “pointed his finger at me in a threatening manner,” the driver recalled, “and began viciously yelling in my face.

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ICE Agent Threatens to Shoot Ambulance Driver Helping Protester

Federal agents swarmed an ambulance crew to prevent them from taking an injured protester to the hospital.

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Josh Gerstein @joshgerstein.bsky.social · 12h

JUST IN: New 3rd Cir. Trump appointee Emil Bove joins 5 GOP-appointed judges in dissent in 7-6 vote denying en banc rehearing of ruling that PA can't use ballot-dating requirement to disqualify mail-in ballots. Bove to explain views later, per order. Doc: storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 2h

This investment will anchor long-term economic growth, support local communities, and provide opportunities for workers and families who have historically been left behind.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 2h

This $613 million investment by Stellantis will support two new vehicle lines, including the Jeep Compass and the Jeep Cherokee, and reflects our commitment to making Illinois a hub for the next generation of automotive innovation.

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 2h

Today’s announcement from Stellantis is a major win for Illinois workers, our economy, and the future of American manufacturing.

Bringing back the Belvidere plant and creating 3,300 good-paying jobs demonstrates the skill, dedication, and productivity of Illinois’ workforce.

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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 6h

NEW: A federal judge refused to dismiss a lawsuit challenging Indiana’s student ID voting ban — a major procedural win for young voters and pro-voting advocates who say the GOP-backed law was designed to suppress student voting. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

Federal Court Deals Major Blow to Indiana GOP’s Student ID Ban

Read more here.

www.democracydocket.com

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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 2h

Tomorrow the Supreme Court will hear arguments in the most important redistricting and voting rights case of the term. Democracy Docket isn't just covering it for the day. It has been covering this case for years.

Support its vital work to help keep you informed. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0

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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 2h

Tomorrow is a critical day for democracy in court. Compare how the Washington Post framed it vs Democracy Docket.

Right now, fearless, pro-democracy media is more important than legacy media platitudes. Sign up now to say informed. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0

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Bolts @boltsmag.org · 7h

South Tucson Mayor Roxy Valenzuela lives with her family at a motel that was purchased by a local soup kitchen and converted to affordable housing. It’s an act of solidarity with other residents, she says.

Facing Arizona’s Crackdown on Homelessness, Two Cities Offer Different Responses

State intervention has led Tucson to ramp up sweeps and pass harsh new policies. Officials in the small town of South Tucson have emphasized support and services, even as they face blowback.

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Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · 2h

And still collecting questions for the next few days for our elections mailbag.

Don’t miss out!! bsky.app/profile/tani...

Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · 1d

Folks: I want to hear from you.

We’re running a mailbag about next month’s elections at Bolts: I hope to answer a bunch more questions that our readers have on what’s on the ballot, & why it matters.

Let me know if you have a question with a reply here ⬇️! (Idiosyncratic niche questions welcome!)

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Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · 2h

Dozens of ballot measures are taking place on November 4, including billions more in spending and bonds: it’s all in my guide to the fall elections here! boltsmag.org/whats-on-the...

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Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · 2h

RESULTS: voters in Oklahoma City have passed all 11 ballot measures that make up this package—unlocking $2.7 billion across hundreds of projects. All measures up by gigantic margins.

Taniel @taniel.bsky.social · 2h

A set of elections to watch today: Oklahoma City residents are deciding whether to finance $2.7 billion in projects and services, a big chunk to street projects but also large pots for other purposes like funding parks.

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rcinnc1 @rcinnc1.bsky.social · 1h

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 10h

The Pentagon wants @huffpost.com to sign an absurd document. We refuse

The Pentagon Wants HuffPost To Sign An Absurd Document. We Refuse.

Sign Pete Hegseth’s ridiculous press restrictions? No way in hell!

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 8h

The USC Thornton School of Music has appointed Solange as the school’s first scholar in residence

She will she will teach a course on music curation, host student-focused workshops and more

Solange to build programming and teach course at USC Thornton School of Music

Grammy winner Solange Knowles is bringing her expertise to the USC Thornton School of Music, where she has been named the school's first all-school scholar in residence.

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 2h

Lauryn Hill just shared a moving tribute to the late D’Angelo:

People need reflection.

I regret not having more time with you. Your undeniable beauty and talent were not of this world, and a presence not of this world needs protection in a world that covets light and the anointing of God. You sir, moved us, stirred us, inspired and even intimidated others to action with your genius. Thank you for being a beacon of light to a generation and beyond who had no
remembrance of the legacy that preceded us. Thank you for charting the course and for making
space during a time when no similar space really existed.

You imaged a unity of strength and sensitivity in Black manhood to a generation that only saw itself as having to be one or the other. It is my earnest prayer that you are in peace, far away from selfishness, fear and/or controlling interests. Far from possessiveness, far from greed, far from manipulation, far from exploitation, far from intentionally designed chaos and that you Brother are in peace, in bliss and in eternal light and fulfillment with our Father in heaven. I Love you and I miss you. May God grant peace and shelter to your family, true friends and genuine appreciators, Brother, King.

A photo of Lauryn Hill and D’Angelo, wearing black

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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 5h

Today in Politics, Bulletin 229. Hegseth having a terrible week, a message from No Kings as Republicans continue attacking it, update on airports boycotting Noem, Trump crying about his Time cover, and everything else that happened today. open.substack.com/pub/meidasto...

Today in Politics, Bulletin 229. 10/14/25

… Pete Hegseth received a stunning rebuke today from every media company that covers the Pentagon, including Fox and Newsmax, who all refused to sign the agreement to abide by his lengthy set of paran...

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Harry Dunn @libradunn1.bsky.social · 1h

Don't threaten me with a good time!!! Action > Words

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