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Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 2h

@hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social sits down with @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.social to break down why Johnson cancelled next week’s votes & how Trump’s massive layoffs is already impacting federal workers, as well as the latest surrounding Trump's indictment of @newyorkstateag.bsky.social.

‘Stone cold lie’: Hakeem Jeffries on Republicans’ healthcare deal excuses amid shutdown — MSNBC

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sits down with The Weekend to break down why Speaker Johnson cancelled next week’s votes and how Trump’s massive layoffs is already impacting federal workers, as ...

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Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 2h

A grand jury indicted @newyorkstateag.bsky.social ‬⁩and criminal charges against former National Security Adviser John Bolton are expected in the coming days. @raskin.house.gov joins @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.social to discuss. #TheWeekend

‘Trump has taken control of DOJ’: Rep. Raskin condemns the targeting of Trump’s opponents — MSNBC

A Grand Jury indicted Trump opponent New York Attorney General Letitia James and criminal charges against former National Security Advister John Bolton are expected in the coming days. Congressman Jam...

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Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 2h

As the #governmentshutdown goes into its third week, many federal employees are missing pay or are only receiving partial checks. TSA Employee and local American Federation of Government Employees Union leader LaShanda Palmer joins @theweekendmsnbc.bsky.social to discuss. #TheWeekend

‘Morale is really low’: TSA employee on the government shutdown’s impact on federal workers — MSNBC

As the government shutdown goes into its third week, many federal employees are missing pay or are only receiving partial checks. TSA Employee and local American Federation of Government Employees Uni...

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Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 3h

Portland ICE protests have not led to the city’s ‘burning to the ground’

No, Portland is not ‘burning to the ground’ as Trump says

President Donald Trump said ‘Portland is burning to the ground,’ but his claim is exaggerated. While there have been dozens of arrests since June from protests at an ICE site, recent images also show ...

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Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 3h

No, Democrats didn't shut down the government to fund ‘free abortions,’ as Rick Scott said

Fact-checking Rick Scott on ACA subsidies and abortion

Democrats want to extend enhanced subsidies for the Affordable Care Act and roll back Medicaid cuts. Neither provision would give health care to immigrants in the country illegally or fund “free abort...

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Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 3h

Fact-checking Mike Johnson: Do Dems want hospitals paid extra for immigrants versus US citizens?

False.

Do Democrats want hospitals paid extra to treat immigrants?

Mike Johnson said Democrats want hospitals to be paid extra to treat “illegal aliens” versus U.S. citizens. Health experts say he’s wrong.

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Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 5h

No, Mr. Speaker, I believe the “hate America rally” was the January 6th insurrection.

But that wasn’t a rally. It was a riot.

The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 1d

Mike Johnson is now calling #NoKings a "hate America rally"

Charlie Davis @charlespdavis.bsky.social · 5h

Former President Biden undergoing radiation therapy for aggressive form of prostate cancer

Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation and hormone therapy for aggressive prostate cancer, his spokesperson confirmed.

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Adam Parkhomenko @adamparkhomenko.bsky.social · 18h

Donald Trump just got a COVID booster at Walter Reed, per the White House physician.

Let’s be clear this is the same guy who downplayed the virus, mocked masks, and turned lifesaving vaccines into a political wedge that cost hundreds of thousands of lives.

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Senator Andy Kim @kim.senate.gov · 1d

Yet another example of Trump weaponizing the DOJ for political retribution and extortion instead of the rule of law.

Going after your political enemies is mob boss politics all the way. We must continue to call it out and fight back.

Kyle Griffin @kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 1d

Breaking on MSNBC: New York AG Letitia James has been indicted.

Lindsey Halligan, who presented a grand jury with the case against James Comey, gave the presentation to the James grand jury.

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All In with Chris Hayes @allinwithchris.bsky.social · 1d

Watch the full video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4E3...

‘Heart of tyranny’: Hayes says Trump's order to indict Tish James is IMPEACHABLE

YouTube video by MSNBC

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Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester @bluntrochester.senate.gov · 1d

Letitia James successfully took Trump to court, now it’s clear he’s using the DOJ for revenge.

He knows that the best way to avoid being held accountable for breaking the law is to threaten and jail the people who try.

This is vengeance, not justice.

New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 1d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

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New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 1d

This is nothing more than a continuation of the president’s desperate weaponization of our justice system.

I am not fearful — I am fearless.

We will fight these baseless charges aggressively, and my office will continue to fiercely protect New Yorkers and their rights..

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Abigail Spanberger @abigailspanberger.com · 1d

Winsome Earle-Sears — that is, in fact, discrimination.

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The Weeknight on MSNBC @weeknightmsnbc.bsky.social · 1d

“He called for their heads”: MSNBC confirms New York AG Letitia James has been indicted on at least one count of bank fraud following intense pressure from the Trump administration. @msnbc.com senior investigative correspondent @carolleonnig.bsky.social joins The Weeknight with the latest.

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Senator Sheldon Whitehouse @whitehouse.senate.gov · 1d

What exactly is a “Democrat program”?

Medicare? Medicaid? Health insurance? 🤔

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 2d

Trump: "We'll be making cuts that will be permanent. And we're only going to cut Democrat programs. I hate to tell you."

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Governor JB Pritzker @govpritzker.illinois.gov · 1d

Donald Trump: Stop trying to incite Illinoisans into violence. Pack up and go home.

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The Weeknight on MSNBC @weeknightmsnbc.bsky.social · 1d

“Is JB Pritzker next?” The Weeknight panel weighs in after New York Attorney General Letitia James is indicted following intense pressure from the Trump administration, a move many see as the latest flashpoint in Trump’s growing campaign of political retaliation.

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Rob Bonta @robbonta.bsky.social · 1d

This isn’t criminal prosecution

This is political persecution

Letitia James criminally charged in Trump’s latest effort to punish rivals

Prosecutor who sought charges was installed amid Trump frustrations with pace of investigations against rivals

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Senator Ed Markey @markey.senate.gov · 1d

If Trump can do this to Comey and Letitia James, he can do it to anyone. This is authoritarianism. We cannot be silent.

Screenshot of headline reading: New York Attorney General Letitia James charged in fraud case after pressure campaign by Trump

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The Hill @thehill.com · 1d

#BREAKING: Judge temporarily blocks Trump National Guard deployment to Chicago area

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Mikie Sherrill @mikiesherrill.bsky.social · 1d

Last night wasn't the first time Jack showed us his true MAGA colors...

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FactPost @factpostnews.bsky.social · 1d

GOP candidate Winsome Earle Sears continually interrupts and talks over Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger during the Virginia gubernatorial debate.

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American Bridge 21st Century @ab21.bsky.social · 1d

Even though Mike Collins, Derek Dooley, and Buddy Carter fight amongst each other, the one thing they can agree on is supporting cruel cuts that hurt Georgians and rip away their health care. #GASen
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Mike Collins, Buddy Carter, and Derek Dooley Backed Cruel Cuts. Georgians are Paying the Price.

While Georgia GOP Senate candidates tear each other apart trying to prove who’s the most MAGA, families and workers across the state are living with the

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American Bridge 21st Century @ab21.bsky.social · 1d

And Rep. Mike Collins went out of his way to defend GOP cuts to Medicaid, denying that it would make a difference. #GASen

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