David Gilbert
@davidgilbert.bsky.social
Reporter @WIRED covering disinformation, online extremism, and election hucksters. https://www.wired.com/author/david-gilbert/
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"The government of Israel has engaged in systematic and widespread crimes against humanity, war crimes and genocide, including indiscriminate and deliberate attacks against the civilians of Gaza which killed more than 59,000 adults & children" — @genocidescholars.bsky.social
It's that simple...
It's that simple...
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"In a world where ICE agents are shooting US citizens on the street, the need for militias and extremist groups like the Proud Boys to support far-right interests has evaporated." via @davidgilbert.bsky.social at @wired.com
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Trump Doesn’t Need the Proud Boys Anymore
In a world where ICE agents are shooting US citizens on the street, the need for militias and extremist groups like the Proud Boys to support far-right interests has evaporated.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:25 PM
"In a world where ICE agents are shooting US citizens on the street, the need for militias and extremist groups like the Proud Boys to support far-right interests has evaporated." via @davidgilbert.bsky.social at @wired.com
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You need to read this post just for the art alone....
There is no war on protein. But pretending there is goes hand-in-hand with the Trump administration’s appeal to traditional masculinity. www.wired.com/story/rfk-jr...
RFK Jr. Says He’s Ending the War on Protein. It Doesn’t Exist
There is no war on protein. But pretending there is goes hand-in-hand with the Trump administration’s appeal to traditional masculinity.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:22 AM
You need to read this post just for the art alone....
When @thiccreese.bsky.social searched the TikTok Shop for "hip hop jewellery" the algorithm kicked in, and quickly began suggesting jewellery with Nazi symbolism....
www.wired.com/story/tiktok...
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TikTok Shop Showed Me Search Suggestions for Products With Nazi Symbolism
Even after TikTok removed swastika jewelry from its online shop, I was algorithmically nudged toward a web of Nazi-related products during searches, like “double lightning bolt” and “ss” necklaces.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:17 AM
When @thiccreese.bsky.social searched the TikTok Shop for "hip hop jewellery" the algorithm kicked in, and quickly began suggesting jewellery with Nazi symbolism....
www.wired.com/story/tiktok...
www.wired.com/story/tiktok...
This account with 2.3 million followers has shared the bogus claim that Proud Boy leader Enrique Tarrio is an ICE agent now....
Now Tarrio is sharing the post and telling his followers it's another example of the mainstream media being corrupt/fake/biased etc
Now Tarrio is sharing the post and telling his followers it's another example of the mainstream media being corrupt/fake/biased etc
January 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM
This account with 2.3 million followers has shared the bogus claim that Proud Boy leader Enrique Tarrio is an ICE agent now....
Now Tarrio is sharing the post and telling his followers it's another example of the mainstream media being corrupt/fake/biased etc
Now Tarrio is sharing the post and telling his followers it's another example of the mainstream media being corrupt/fake/biased etc
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I just tested this in the UK without a VPN and it all seems to work exactly as it did before.
January 15, 2026 at 9:14 AM
I just tested this in the UK without a VPN and it all seems to work exactly as it did before.
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Luckily VPNs haven't been invented.
X Safety have posted that they have now made some changes to operate within the law.
This includes "geoblocking the ability of all users to generate images of real people in bikinis, underwear, and similar attire via the Grok account and in Grok in X in those jurisdictions where it’s illegal".
This includes "geoblocking the ability of all users to generate images of real people in bikinis, underwear, and similar attire via the Grok account and in Grok in X in those jurisdictions where it’s illegal".
January 15, 2026 at 7:59 AM
Luckily VPNs haven't been invented.
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busy shitposting and making money off crypto, why would you go outside
January 14, 2026 at 10:19 PM
busy shitposting and making money off crypto, why would you go outside
Lots and lots of people in response to this are saying that the Proud Boys are not being seen because they are now ICE agents.
It's a great line, but....where's the evidence?
It's a great line, but....where's the evidence?
January 14, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Lots and lots of people in response to this are saying that the Proud Boys are not being seen because they are now ICE agents.
It's a great line, but....where's the evidence?
It's a great line, but....where's the evidence?
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“They are very enthused about what’s happening… ICE and the DHS are following what their blueprint would have been anyway,” says @wendyvia.bsky.social. With Proud Boys cheering abuse of power rather than mobilizing, because law enforcement now mirrors their agenda.”
By @davidgilbert.bsky.social:
By @davidgilbert.bsky.social:
Trump Doesn’t Need the Proud Boys Anymore
In a world where ICE agents are shooting US citizens on the street, the need for militias and extremist groups like the Proud Boys to support far-right interests has evaporated.
www.wired.com
January 14, 2026 at 6:42 PM
“They are very enthused about what’s happening… ICE and the DHS are following what their blueprint would have been anyway,” says @wendyvia.bsky.social. With Proud Boys cheering abuse of power rather than mobilizing, because law enforcement now mirrors their agenda.”
By @davidgilbert.bsky.social:
By @davidgilbert.bsky.social:
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You don't hear about or see the Proud Boys as much any more, in large part because ICE fulfilling their role at an exponentially bigger scale than they ever could. Smart one from @davidgilbert.bsky.social
Trump Doesn’t Need the Proud Boys Anymore
In a world where ICE agents are shooting US citizens on the street, the need for militias and extremist groups like the Proud Boys to support far-right interests has evaporated.
www.wired.com
January 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
You don't hear about or see the Proud Boys as much any more, in large part because ICE fulfilling their role at an exponentially bigger scale than they ever could. Smart one from @davidgilbert.bsky.social
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At @wired.com, we are hiring for a senior editor on our science desk. I'm happy to answer any questions about the role; my email is [email protected].
Senior Editor, Science
WIRED is where a better future is imagined. For three decades, we have been the indispensable guide to a world in constant transformation. We cover humanity’s biggest challenges, from climate change t...
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January 14, 2026 at 4:32 PM
At @wired.com, we are hiring for a senior editor on our science desk. I'm happy to answer any questions about the role; my email is [email protected].
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“Actually the nazis did a fake leak to undermine…” No. Shut the fuck up please. The most likely explanation is some people are looking for engagement (maybe not even in bad faith) and some other people are being gullible. If you want to 4d chess this with no evidence that’s what group chats are for.
January 14, 2026 at 7:20 AM
“Actually the nazis did a fake leak to undermine…” No. Shut the fuck up please. The most likely explanation is some people are looking for engagement (maybe not even in bad faith) and some other people are being gullible. If you want to 4d chess this with no evidence that’s what group chats are for.
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I saw a name I recognize on a wiki page I don’t understand the context of because there isn’t really any context besides some not very good reporting, so clearly it’s time to make a lot of assumptions based on a meme I saw on Facebook six months ago.
you mean you don’t think it’s obviously true that Ann Coulter joined ICE???? (yes her name is in there)
January 14, 2026 at 5:21 AM
I saw a name I recognize on a wiki page I don’t understand the context of because there isn’t really any context besides some not very good reporting, so clearly it’s time to make a lot of assumptions based on a meme I saw on Facebook six months ago.
Yeah there's a lot that just stack up....it maybe that the list has been polluted and there could be real ICE officers on there, but it's offline right now, so who knows
January 14, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Yeah there's a lot that just stack up....it maybe that the list has been polluted and there could be real ICE officers on there, but it's offline right now, so who knows
This post suggesting Proud Boy leader Tarrio is an ICE agent is getting traction but please don't share it.
If he is an ICE agent then he's not been showing up to work lately —just look at his X account
This so-called leaked ICE list has not been verified, so please don't share until it is.
If he is an ICE agent then he's not been showing up to work lately —just look at his X account
This so-called leaked ICE list has not been verified, so please don't share until it is.
January 14, 2026 at 10:58 AM
This post suggesting Proud Boy leader Tarrio is an ICE agent is getting traction but please don't share it.
If he is an ICE agent then he's not been showing up to work lately —just look at his X account
This so-called leaked ICE list has not been verified, so please don't share until it is.
If he is an ICE agent then he's not been showing up to work lately —just look at his X account
This so-called leaked ICE list has not been verified, so please don't share until it is.
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BREAKING: James Rodden, an ICE prosecutor who the Observer identified last year as the operator of an X account that posted “America is a White nation," “‘Migrants’ are all criminals,” and apparent praise of Adolf Hitler, appeared to be back at work Tuesday.
www.texasobserver.org/ice-prosecut...
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ICE Prosecutor Who Runs Racist X Account Returns to Dallas Immigration Court
James Rodden, who the Observer identified last year as the operator of the account that routinely posted hateful statements, appeared to be back at work Tuesday.
www.texasobserver.org
January 14, 2026 at 12:43 AM
BREAKING: James Rodden, an ICE prosecutor who the Observer identified last year as the operator of an X account that posted “America is a White nation," “‘Migrants’ are all criminals,” and apparent praise of Adolf Hitler, appeared to be back at work Tuesday.
www.texasobserver.org/ice-prosecut...
www.texasobserver.org/ice-prosecut...
Roblox rolled out its AI-powered age verification system last week.
It's already a complete mess
www.wired.com/story/roblox...
It's already a complete mess
www.wired.com/story/roblox...
Roblox’s AI-Powered Age Verification Is a Complete Mess
Kids are being identified as adults—and vice versa—on Roblox, while age-verified accounts are already being sold online.
www.wired.com
January 13, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Roblox rolled out its AI-powered age verification system last week.
It's already a complete mess
www.wired.com/story/roblox...
It's already a complete mess
www.wired.com/story/roblox...
Incredible account from @ryanhatesthis.bsky.social of the ineptitude of the Trump's ICE force.....which would be funny if it wasn't also the reason why those idiots are just so dangerous
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January 13, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Incredible account from @ryanhatesthis.bsky.social of the ineptitude of the Trump's ICE force.....which would be funny if it wasn't also the reason why those idiots are just so dangerous
www.garbageday.email/p/we-re-all-...
www.garbageday.email/p/we-re-all-...
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SCOOP: Dozens of ICE vehicles operating in the Twin Cities area “currently lack the necessary emergency lights and sirens” to be “compliant with law enforcement requirements"
www.wired.com/story/dozens...
www.wired.com/story/dozens...
Dozens of ICE Vehicles in Minnesota Lack ‘Necessary’ Lights and Sirens
A contract justification published in a federal register on Tuesday says that 31 ICE vehicles operating in the Twin Cities area “lack the necessary emergency lights and sirens” to be “compliant.”
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January 13, 2026 at 4:49 PM
SCOOP: Dozens of ICE vehicles operating in the Twin Cities area “currently lack the necessary emergency lights and sirens” to be “compliant with law enforcement requirements"
www.wired.com/story/dozens...
www.wired.com/story/dozens...
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Malaysia is now launching legal action against X and xAI, over Grok’s creation of sexualised images
Musk’s X Faces Legal Action by Malaysia Over Grok Sexual Images
Malaysia said it will take legal action against Elon Musk’s X for failing to protect users in the Southeast Asian nation, just days after it banned the artificial intelligence tool Grok over its gener...
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January 13, 2026 at 9:25 AM
Malaysia is now launching legal action against X and xAI, over Grok’s creation of sexualised images
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BREAKING: Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife has made a “transformational” donation to the LGBTQ+ advocacy group. This large gift comes just months after the Trump administration shut down counseling services for queer youth.
My latest for @wired.com:
My latest for @wired.com:
MacKenzie Scott Donates $45 Million to the Trevor Project
Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife has made a donation to the LGBTQ+ advocacy group that the organization calls “transformational.”
www.wired.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:33 PM
BREAKING: Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife has made a “transformational” donation to the LGBTQ+ advocacy group. This large gift comes just months after the Trump administration shut down counseling services for queer youth.
My latest for @wired.com:
My latest for @wired.com:
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OUT NOW: @kattenbarge.bsky.social and Ashley St. Clair joined us to talk about gendered abuse online, particularly as it concerns Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot.
Available on all the main podcast platforms.
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Available on all the main podcast platforms.
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070: Elon Musk’s Grok is Victimizing Women and Children feat. Kat Tenbarge and Ashley St. Clair
Podcast Episode · Posting Through It · 01/12/2026 · 1h 28m
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January 12, 2026 at 1:01 PM
OUT NOW: @kattenbarge.bsky.social and Ashley St. Clair joined us to talk about gendered abuse online, particularly as it concerns Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot.
Available on all the main podcast platforms.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
Available on all the main podcast platforms.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
Stewart Rhodes relaunched the Oath Keepers in November, together with a crowdfunding campaign.
I just checked, and two months later he has amassed a total of $1,830 of his goal of $75,000.
Just 28 people donated money.
Guess he's not as popular as he thought....
www.wired.com/story/stewar...
I just checked, and two months later he has amassed a total of $1,830 of his goal of $75,000.
Just 28 people donated money.
Guess he's not as popular as he thought....
www.wired.com/story/stewar...
Stewart Rhodes Relaunched the Oath Keepers. Even Old Oath Keepers Don’t Care
Militia leader Stewart Rhodes, who was convicted for his role in the January 6 attack, is asking potential new members and supporters to send money. Former allies are unconvinced.
www.wired.com
January 12, 2026 at 12:11 PM
Stewart Rhodes relaunched the Oath Keepers in November, together with a crowdfunding campaign.
I just checked, and two months later he has amassed a total of $1,830 of his goal of $75,000.
Just 28 people donated money.
Guess he's not as popular as he thought....
www.wired.com/story/stewar...
I just checked, and two months later he has amassed a total of $1,830 of his goal of $75,000.
Just 28 people donated money.
Guess he's not as popular as he thought....
www.wired.com/story/stewar...