@abross.bsky.social
Attorney specialist in clean energy and climate.
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'Unmitigated disaster': Republican drops out of Minnesota governor race over ICE surge
'Unmitigated disaster': Republican drops out of Minnesota governor race over ICE surge
The attorney says he cannot run as a GOP candidate when members of the Republican Party are retaliating against the state.
bringmethenews.com
January 26, 2026 at 4:39 PM
'Unmitigated disaster': Republican drops out of Minnesota governor race over ICE surge
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Page One in Milwaukee:
January 26, 2026 at 10:49 AM
Page One in Milwaukee:
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1. Wasn’t at a protest
2. Was disarmed when they shot him while he was face down
3. New gun rights rule: the second amendment is when conservatives can carry guns everywhere, but if anyone else has a gun we can kill him on sight
bsky.app/profile/atru...
2. Was disarmed when they shot him while he was face down
3. New gun rights rule: the second amendment is when conservatives can carry guns everywhere, but if anyone else has a gun we can kill him on sight
bsky.app/profile/atru...
KARL: He was an ICU use who worked for the VA and there's no evidence he brandished the gun whatsoever
BESSENT: But he brought a gun
KARL: I mean, we do have a Second Amendment
BESSENT: I've been to a protest -- guess what? I didn't bring a gun. I brought a billboard
BESSENT: But he brought a gun
KARL: I mean, we do have a Second Amendment
BESSENT: I've been to a protest -- guess what? I didn't bring a gun. I brought a billboard
January 25, 2026 at 5:15 PM
1. Wasn’t at a protest
2. Was disarmed when they shot him while he was face down
3. New gun rights rule: the second amendment is when conservatives can carry guns everywhere, but if anyone else has a gun we can kill him on sight
bsky.app/profile/atru...
2. Was disarmed when they shot him while he was face down
3. New gun rights rule: the second amendment is when conservatives can carry guns everywhere, but if anyone else has a gun we can kill him on sight
bsky.app/profile/atru...
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Alex Pretti was already restrained when federal agents shot and killed him in Minneapolis, a New York Times analysis of video shows. The footage contradicts the Department of Homeland Security’s account of the shooting.
Timeline: How the Shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti Unfolded
A moment-by-moment analysis of video from the scene shows that Mr. Pretti was already restrained when fatal shots were fired, which appears to contradict the federal government’s account of the event.
trib.al
January 25, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Alex Pretti was already restrained when federal agents shot and killed him in Minneapolis, a New York Times analysis of video shows. The footage contradicts the Department of Homeland Security’s account of the shooting.
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The higher education playbook - pretextual harassment and then offer a Mafia-style "deal" to make it stop
If you want proof that Trump is going to try to rig the elections, here it is:
In a letter to Gov. Tim Walz Saturday, Bondi claimed that Walz could “restore the rule of law” by complying with a list of demands, including giving the Department of Justice (DOJ) the state’s voter registration records.
In a letter to Gov. Tim Walz Saturday, Bondi claimed that Walz could “restore the rule of law” by complying with a list of demands, including giving the Department of Justice (DOJ) the state’s voter registration records.
AG Bondi demands access to Minnesota voter rolls after fatal Border Patrol shooting
Her demand came as Minneapolis was reeling from a second fatal shooting by a federal agent this month.
www.democracydocket.com
January 25, 2026 at 5:31 PM
The higher education playbook - pretextual harassment and then offer a Mafia-style "deal" to make it stop
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Even with everything else going on, this still sounds like a dark joke.
Trump’s E.P.A. Has Put a Value on Human Life: Zero Dollars
www.nytimes.com
January 25, 2026 at 8:02 PM
Even with everything else going on, this still sounds like a dark joke.
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Congressional Republicans gave Trump a slush fund for ICE and CBP in the "Big Beautiful Bill." Tens of billions of dollars that is still usable even during a shutdown.
Democrats must make rescinding that money the price of any future govt funding, as Republicans did with IRS money from the IRA.
Democrats must make rescinding that money the price of any future govt funding, as Republicans did with IRS money from the IRA.
January 25, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Congressional Republicans gave Trump a slush fund for ICE and CBP in the "Big Beautiful Bill." Tens of billions of dollars that is still usable even during a shutdown.
Democrats must make rescinding that money the price of any future govt funding, as Republicans did with IRS money from the IRA.
Democrats must make rescinding that money the price of any future govt funding, as Republicans did with IRS money from the IRA.
Per video, the first execution shot was less than second after they removed Alex Pretti’s holstered handgun, directly into his back at very short range.
Indeed.
He was blinded by pepper spray, and subdued by an entire goon squad.
His gun was then removed from his holster by one of the goons.
And he was then summarily executed.
He was blinded by pepper spray, and subdued by an entire goon squad.
His gun was then removed from his holster by one of the goons.
And he was then summarily executed.
January 25, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Per video, the first execution shot was less than second after they removed Alex Pretti’s holstered handgun, directly into his back at very short range.
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This interview is outstanding. The constant violations of everyone’s Constitutional rights by these Federal thugs is beyond words. #iceout
The whole interview is worth it
January 24, 2026 at 9:32 PM
This interview is outstanding. The constant violations of everyone’s Constitutional rights by these Federal thugs is beyond words. #iceout
That would be the World Health Organization, which has helped save millions of lives over time (and which the U.S. used to help lead). Pulling out = rump’s harmful zero-sum thinking in action.
January 25, 2026 at 5:43 PM
That would be the World Health Organization, which has helped save millions of lives over time (and which the U.S. used to help lead). Pulling out = rump’s harmful zero-sum thinking in action.
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Good. If the Republican majority really wants secret police invading US cities and killing innocent Americans, they can pass it themselves. Democrats can’t stop this while the GOP controls the White House and both houses of Congress, but Dems can at least refuse to validate it.
Now hold that line.
Now hold that line.
🚨 SCHUMER just now: “Senate Democrats will not provide the votes to proceed to the appropriations bill if the DHS funding bill is included.”
January 25, 2026 at 12:16 AM
Good. If the Republican majority really wants secret police invading US cities and killing innocent Americans, they can pass it themselves. Democrats can’t stop this while the GOP controls the White House and both houses of Congress, but Dems can at least refuse to validate it.
Now hold that line.
Now hold that line.
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We are observers, not protestors. We show up to document and film the atrocities ICE is committing. Using 5 year olds as bait. Kidnapping senior citizens. Breaking down doors without warrants. Murdering poets and nurses. Media has all of that information because *observers* were there to document it
January 25, 2026 at 12:20 AM
We are observers, not protestors. We show up to document and film the atrocities ICE is committing. Using 5 year olds as bait. Kidnapping senior citizens. Breaking down doors without warrants. Murdering poets and nurses. Media has all of that information because *observers* were there to document it
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At least 600 clergy came to MPLS in the freezing temps, dropping everything from their overwhelming jobs
including like 100 rabbis
to be there in solidarity.
The Bible commands us to care for im/migrants at least 36 times, more than any other commandment.
"Thou shalt not murder" is also a thing.
including like 100 rabbis
to be there in solidarity.
The Bible commands us to care for im/migrants at least 36 times, more than any other commandment.
"Thou shalt not murder" is also a thing.
Religion note: those who have been protesting DHS/ICE in the streets — those Sec. Hegseth labels “lunatics” here — have included hundreds of clergy *just this week.* religionnews.com/2026/01/23/i...
January 25, 2026 at 12:33 AM
At least 600 clergy came to MPLS in the freezing temps, dropping everything from their overwhelming jobs
including like 100 rabbis
to be there in solidarity.
The Bible commands us to care for im/migrants at least 36 times, more than any other commandment.
"Thou shalt not murder" is also a thing.
including like 100 rabbis
to be there in solidarity.
The Bible commands us to care for im/migrants at least 36 times, more than any other commandment.
"Thou shalt not murder" is also a thing.
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To those blaming Walz for not mobilizing the Guard, he did that six days ago. I have to say it's disturbing to see people angry at Walz instead of the government agents that just executed a man. As though we should all be experts about what to do when a secret police force invades an American city.
January 24, 2026 at 6:14 PM
To those blaming Walz for not mobilizing the Guard, he did that six days ago. I have to say it's disturbing to see people angry at Walz instead of the government agents that just executed a man. As though we should all be experts about what to do when a secret police force invades an American city.
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It’s CONGRESS that can stop ICE and CBP deployment to MN. The Dems (and any responsible Rs?) should introduce legislation and agitate for a vote: “No federal funds may be used for further activities of ICE or CBP in the state of Minnesota, except for their prompt withdrawal.”
January 24, 2026 at 6:15 PM
It’s CONGRESS that can stop ICE and CBP deployment to MN. The Dems (and any responsible Rs?) should introduce legislation and agitate for a vote: “No federal funds may be used for further activities of ICE or CBP in the state of Minnesota, except for their prompt withdrawal.”
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Two women trained as first responders were abducted by three ICE agents. One of the agents starts seizing. The other two don’t know what to do. The women jump into action and save the agent’s life, only to be re-handcuffed and processed.
www.startribune.com/detained-by-...
www.startribune.com/detained-by-...
Detained by ICE, two women became first responders during agent’s seizure
The women say they guided agents through the emergency, later raising concerns about medical protocols, weapons safety and accountability.
www.startribune.com
January 23, 2026 at 11:47 PM
Two women trained as first responders were abducted by three ICE agents. One of the agents starts seizing. The other two don’t know what to do. The women jump into action and save the agent’s life, only to be re-handcuffed and processed.
www.startribune.com/detained-by-...
www.startribune.com/detained-by-...
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Demonstrators as far as the eye can see. Current status of the march in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota for Ice Out of Minnesota. They are turning onto 3rd Street from 5th Avenue.
January 23, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Demonstrators as far as the eye can see. Current status of the march in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota for Ice Out of Minnesota. They are turning onto 3rd Street from 5th Avenue.
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“.. People will think: When you guys post images of Venezuelan drug boats, why should we believe you? In fact, why should we believe anything you say?” Farid said.
@washingtonpost.com
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
@washingtonpost.com
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
January 23, 2026 at 6:49 PM
“.. People will think: When you guys post images of Venezuelan drug boats, why should we believe you? In fact, why should we believe anything you say?” Farid said.
@washingtonpost.com
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
@washingtonpost.com
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
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Thirty-one known defendants have been charged in Chicago with non-immigration crimes tied to “Operation Midway Blitz.”
With today’s acquittal, 15 of them have been cleared.
No one has been convicted.
With today’s acquittal, 15 of them have been cleared.
No one has been convicted.
#BREAKING: Federal jury finds Chicago man NOT GUILTY of offering $10K for the murder of U.S. Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino.
The trial of Juan Espinoza Martinez was the first to result from “Operation Midway Blitz”: chicago.suntimes.com/live/closing...
The trial of Juan Espinoza Martinez was the first to result from “Operation Midway Blitz”: chicago.suntimes.com/live/closing...
January 22, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Thirty-one known defendants have been charged in Chicago with non-immigration crimes tied to “Operation Midway Blitz.”
With today’s acquittal, 15 of them have been cleared.
No one has been convicted.
With today’s acquittal, 15 of them have been cleared.
No one has been convicted.
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National media should really be covering the fact thay every major school, museum, and arts institution in the Twin Cities, and hundreds of local businesses are closed tomorrow to protest federal occupation.
Nothing like this at this scale has happened anywhere in America anytime in living memory.
Nothing like this at this scale has happened anywhere in America anytime in living memory.
January 22, 2026 at 8:25 PM
National media should really be covering the fact thay every major school, museum, and arts institution in the Twin Cities, and hundreds of local businesses are closed tomorrow to protest federal occupation.
Nothing like this at this scale has happened anywhere in America anytime in living memory.
Nothing like this at this scale has happened anywhere in America anytime in living memory.
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Don’t make the mistake of concluding that because Trump got zero in exchange for his Greenland meltdown that we’re back to square one. The damage Trump did to our standing, security, and alliances was immense and is something he can never undo.
January 22, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Don’t make the mistake of concluding that because Trump got zero in exchange for his Greenland meltdown that we’re back to square one. The damage Trump did to our standing, security, and alliances was immense and is something he can never undo.
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1. ICE has STOPPED PAYING for medical treatment for its 73,000 detainees
ICE has not paid its bills to 3rd party providers since OCTOBER and the situation will likely persist for MONTHS, a Popular Information investigation reveals
Meanwhile, critically ill ICE detainees are not receiving care
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ICE has not paid its bills to 3rd party providers since OCTOBER and the situation will likely persist for MONTHS, a Popular Information investigation reveals
Meanwhile, critically ill ICE detainees are not receiving care
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ICE has stopped paying for detainee medical treatment
ICE halted payments in October, and the situation will persist for at least several more months
popular.info
January 20, 2026 at 1:42 PM
1. ICE has STOPPED PAYING for medical treatment for its 73,000 detainees
ICE has not paid its bills to 3rd party providers since OCTOBER and the situation will likely persist for MONTHS, a Popular Information investigation reveals
Meanwhile, critically ill ICE detainees are not receiving care
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ICE has not paid its bills to 3rd party providers since OCTOBER and the situation will likely persist for MONTHS, a Popular Information investigation reveals
Meanwhile, critically ill ICE detainees are not receiving care
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this is real, from the bbc news website www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cx...
January 19, 2026 at 4:14 PM
this is real, from the bbc news website www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cx...
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Honestly boycotting the World Cup would be the most effective and probably the least disruptive of all of the options available to Europe. I’m not sure how you can send teams and fans to contribute to a spectacle designed entirely to celebrate a guy trying to invade your territory.
January 19, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Honestly boycotting the World Cup would be the most effective and probably the least disruptive of all of the options available to Europe. I’m not sure how you can send teams and fans to contribute to a spectacle designed entirely to celebrate a guy trying to invade your territory.
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National media: Please stop describing what’s happening in Minneapolis as “protests.” There has been a modest, sustained protest outside the Whipple federal building, about 10 miles from downtown, but... 1/3
January 18, 2026 at 3:07 PM
National media: Please stop describing what’s happening in Minneapolis as “protests.” There has been a modest, sustained protest outside the Whipple federal building, about 10 miles from downtown, but... 1/3