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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 9m

DHS Secy Noem, in Cabinet meeting, says in Portland she met with the governor, mayor, chief of police, and superintendent of highway patrol: “They are all lying, and disingenuous, and dishonest people.”

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 37m

“We’ll be making cuts that will be permanent. And we're only going to cut Democrat programs.” —President Trump at today’s Cabinet meeting

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 44m

Trump signs Columbus Day proclamation that criticizes liberals in the first sentence and in an entire paragraph

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 1h

You don’t say

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/08/u...

Trump Fires Black Officials From an Overwhelmingly White Administration

www.nytimes.com

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 1h

Donald still acting like his message to Bondi was a DM we don’t know about

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 2h

Just announced: Turning Point USA will present an alternative “All-American” halftime show (performers TBA) for those who don’t want to watch that Puerto Rican.

www.americanhalftimeshow.com

THE ALL-AMERICAN HALFTIME SHOW

Yes, the rumors are true... Turning Point USA is thrilled to announce The All American Halftime Show. Performers and event details coming soon.

www.americanhalftimeshow.com

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 2h

Yeah tough call for the NFL, Melvin

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 14h

Ah now that DoD has gotten rid of all that woke DEI it can devote its resources and attention on its core function: searching for people who said something insensitive about a right-wing rally organizer

www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Hegseth’s sprawling hunt for Charlie Kirk critics spans nearly 300 investigations

The inquiry, resulting in a smattering of disciplinary action so far, follows an extraordinary directive aimed at silencing criticism of the slain activist and Trump supporter.

www.washingtonpost.com

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 14h

Boston mayor knows what’s important

Michelle Wu 吳弭 @wutrain.bsky.social · 15h

👍 Blue Jays

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 17h

That message to Biondi is horrendous. But also: what other DMs has he sent to administration officials via Truth Social? Can they be FOIAd? Can they be subpoenaed by courts in civil litigation? Will they be hacked? Wtaf as they say

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 17h

This was my immediate suspicion, and many others’, but it seemed almost too insane to actually be true

Sean O’Kane @seanokane.bsky.social · 18h

WSJ is reporting that the Truth Social post where Trump told Pam Bondi to prosecute Comey *really was supposed to be a private message*

www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

Inside the Justice Department Where the President Calls the Shots

The president has executed a wholesale transformation of the Justice Department, taking control in ways he could have only dreamed of in his first term.

www.wsj.com

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

Asking the big questions

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

*”and please read”, not whatever gibberish that says above

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

… Oh and you lease read my related post today:

open.substack.com/pub/goodpoli...

Sordid Sortor

A dust-up in Portland reveals the dangerous degree of Trump administration overlap with the right-wing marketplace

open.substack.com

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

… Just a thought.

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

… tbh I wonder if the whole thing was more to convince *Trump* to do whatever Miller et al want to do next. And they know that he’s more convinced by these speakers, with their outlandish claims and personal horror stories, than by law enforcement officials who might be more circumspect.

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

… I realize they’re not going to invite the Portland Chief or Illinois public safety secy, but surely there are plenty out there willing to say that Antifa is a menace. Why not put a couple in the room? …

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

… Obv the event was just a show, to get a little media coverage to sell the justification for federal involvement in law enforcement. But making that case to whom? With just the Andy Ngo types, who cares besides their followers? …

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 18h

Notable about today’s WH roundtable on Antifa, IMO: not just one outside law enforcement/public safety official brought in for it. Bondi, Patel for administration, but no police chief, state Public Safety Secy, sheriff, etc. Just a dozen right-wing “journalists”. …

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 20h

There are reasonable—indeed important—ways for authorities to respond to allegations of officer misconduct, adding context and missing information while offering empathy and suggesting that authorities are taking the incident seriously and have reviewed or will review it. This isn’t it.

Jack Jenkins @jackjenkins.me · 20h

A lot going on here, but a religion note: DHS Assistant Sec. Tricia McLaughlin refers to Rev. Black as a "pastor" here — using quotation marks.

It's a notable slight against a faith leader's status, as Black is, in fact, an ordained minister of a church operating within the Presbytery of Chicago.

This footage is from almost a month ago. What this clipped video doesn’t show is that these agitators were blocking an ICE vehicle from leaving the federal facility—impeding operations.

Over and over again, law enforcement ordered these agitators to move off of federal property so the vehicle could move. Law enforcement verbally warned these agitators that they would use force if they did not move and stop impeding operations. They did not comply.

Shortly after, rioters began throwing rocks, bottles and launching fireworks at the law enforcement officers on the roof.

At the time of this incident, this facility held criminal illegal aliens including gang members, drug traffickers, and other violent criminals. Obstructing law enforcement puts officers, detainees and the public at risk. If you are obstructing law enforcement you can expect to be met with force.

And, as an aside, this is the same “pastor” who flipped
@Sec_Noem
and our team the bird when we were there last week.

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 21h

Kristi Noem posted on X today a “Drug Boat” video parodying the “Love Boat” theme, about Trump blowing up boats suspected of running illegal drugs. x.com/kristinoem/s...

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 1d

Johnson will be the first sitting Speaker to take calls live on C-SPAN since 2001, apparently.

Anyone else think @adelitaforcongress.bsky.social should call in and ask Johnson to swear her in over the phone?

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 1d

… Note that Sortor is first among the “independent journalists” invited!

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 1d

Quick - read my post from this morning before the start of Trump’s roundtable on Antifa begins! It’s highly relevant!

David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 1d

An arrest in Portland reveals the dangerous connections between the Trump administration and the grifters of the right-wing marketplace. My new one:

open.substack.com/pub/goodpoli...

Sordid Sortor

A dust-up in Portland reveals the dangerous degree of Trump administration overlap with the right-wing marketplace

open.substack.com

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David S. Bernstein @dbernstein.bsky.social · 1d

Do you think (failed AG nominee) Matt Gaetz watched Pam Bondi’s hostile, evasive, sycophantic testimony yesterday and thought “whew, dodged that bullet,” or “that should be me”?

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