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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 5h

While legacy media is missing the mark, I got 795k views on my video about NPSM-7 on IG alone: www.instagram.com/reel/DPDSFAM...

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 7h

A Trump-loyal prosecutor just indicted NY AG Letitia James—days after Trump demanded it.
This is a five-alarm fire for democracy.

🎥 Full breakdown:

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Trump is Indicting Political Enemies. Letitia James New York Attorney General Indicted Today

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MeganC @myceansage.bsky.social · 1d

This is terrifying

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 3d

ICE is building a 24/7 social media surveillance machine—one that could turn your posts, photos, and location data into “intelligence” for raids and arrests.

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ICE is building a surveillance network. They’re checking your social media and building a file.

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Pam Spaulding @pamspaulding.bsky.social · 3d

The regime has all the data access and AI power they need to roll out the surveillance state, with the goal of "public order" by crushing dissent. @elizaorlins.bsky.social w/ more.

What's the #resistance plan?

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 3d

ICE is building a 24/7 social media surveillance machine—one that could turn your posts, photos, and location data into “intelligence” for raids and arrests.

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ICE is building a surveillance network. They’re checking your social media and building a file.

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rapidwriter CA @rapidwriter.bsky.social · 3d

BIG BROTHER IS NOW WATCHING YOU ... how's that going for you America?

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 3d

ICE is building a 24/7 social media surveillance machine—one that could turn your posts, photos, and location data into “intelligence” for raids and arrests.

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ICE is building a surveillance network. They’re checking your social media and building a file.

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 1d

No Kings 2 is Oct 18. Show up. We need you. #NoKings2 #Courage2025
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No Kings 2 is Oct 18. Find or host a protest near you at courage2025.org/nk2. #NoKings2 #Courage2025

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surfrich3.bsky.social @surfrich3.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you @elizaorlins.bsky.social

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Know your rights when you protest—Right to remain silent, ask for a lawyer, Do not consent to search

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 2d

I hope everyone praises @schumer.senate.gov because positive reinforcement matters.

And this is fucking good.

Democrats say: NO FUCKING WAY.

Please repost this video. Add commentary. Make sure folks see it.

Charlotte Clymer @charlotteclymer.bsky.social · 2d

"So, Democrats have three words for this: no fucking way. It's literally life or death. We will not let Republicans blow up our health care system."

This is, hands down, the best comms work Chuck Schumer has done in YEARS. Surprisingly good.

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Charlotte Clymer @charlotteclymer.bsky.social · 2d

"So, Democrats have three words for this: no fucking way. It's literally life or death. We will not let Republicans blow up our health care system."

This is, hands down, the best comms work Chuck Schumer has done in YEARS. Surprisingly good.

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 3d

I thought that was @theonion.com

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Molly Jong-Fast @mollyjongfast.bsky.social · 3d

CHICAGO (AP) — Storming an apartment complex by helicopter as families slept. Deploying chemical agents near a public school. Handcuffing a Chicago City Council member at a hospital.

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Using helicopters and chemical agents, immigration agents become increasingly aggressive in Chicago

Activists, residents and elected leaders say increasingly combative tactics used by federal immigration agents are sparking violence and fueling neighborhood tensions in the nation’s third-largest cit...

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Tumbleweed @tumbleweed07.bsky.social · 3d

Important ⬇️

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 3d

ICE is building a 24/7 social media surveillance machine—one that could turn your posts, photos, and location data into “intelligence” for raids and arrests.

youtube.com/shorts/l1g3X...

ICE is building a surveillance network. They’re checking your social media and building a file.

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 3d

Where do we sign up??

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 3d

ICE is building a 24/7 social media surveillance machine—one that could turn your posts, photos, and location data into “intelligence” for raids and arrests.

youtube.com/shorts/l1g3X...

ICE is building a surveillance network. They’re checking your social media and building a file.

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Blerd Beats @blerdbeats.blacksky.app · 7d

I used to consider this paranoia, but now? Legit.

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 25d

Online safety is more important than ever right now, and most people give away their location online unknowingly.

I'm Eliza Orlins, a career public defender for 15 years in Manhattan. I spend a lot of time thinking about safety—both offline and online.

Here are 10 ways to keep yourself safe 👇

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The Contrarian @contrariannews.org · 6d

Sean "Diddy" Combs has been sentenced to over 4 years is in prison. More than his defense wanted, but less than what prosecutors asked for.

@elizaorlins.bsky.social explains:

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 7d

Tell me you’re all listening to Life of a Showgirl right now??!

Omg. I am unwell. 🥺🥺🥺

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 7d

“I have been afflicted by a terminal uniqueness” 🥺🥺🥺

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𝓙𝓪𝔂 𝓟𝓪𝓾𝓵 @jaypaul.fyi · 7d

Certainly NO fan of Kamala, in the least, but this impersonation of her DOES have me cracking up - worth a watch!

@elizaorlins.bsky.social runs a fantastic acct, high quality content, been following her for many years already. ALL public defenders are worth a follow!

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you for the visit @tevindavis.bsky.social aka Madam Vice President! Loved having you! 💙

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Madam Vice President Kamala harris impersonator stopped by today!

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you for the visit @tevindavis.bsky.social aka Madam Vice President! Loved having you! 💙

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Madam Vice President Kamala harris impersonator stopped by today!

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Alyssa "Covered in Rats" Read 🐀🎨🐀 @missalyssaread.bsky.social · 18d

This is a great thread on safety...even though I have to be Online as an artist, I already do some of these, and I'm gonna be more mindful now of photos taken outside.

Also, the thing about keeping your kids' photos off the wider internet? SUPER IMPORTANT.

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 25d

Online safety is more important than ever right now, and most people give away their location online unknowingly.

I'm Eliza Orlins, a career public defender for 15 years in Manhattan. I spend a lot of time thinking about safety—both offline and online.

Here are 10 ways to keep yourself safe 👇

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White House Watchdog @whitehousewatchdog.bsky.social · 8d

Eliza Orlins warns against using TrumpRx, highlighting safety concerns and urging caution regarding the Trump administration's data access requests.

‘One of the scariest things I've seen': Legal expert alarmed by TrumpRx

Eliza Orlins warns against using TrumpRx, highlighting safety concerns and urging caution regarding the Trump administration's data access requests.

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Navigator Research @navigatorsurvey.bsky.social · 7d

“It’s not just about keeping the lights on — it’s about what kind of government we’re going to have.”

@elizaorlins.bsky.social s unpacks our latest data: What’s top of mind for Americans, and who they blame for the shutdown?👇

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Jerry Kopensky, REALTOR @jkopenskyrealtor.bsky.social · 8d

Who would transact on anything from a company directly or inherently linked to Trump?
The financial markets can only function when there is TRUST between the counterparties.
Do you trust Trump????

Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 8d

This is one of the scariest things I’ve seen in 2025.

A new government website—TrumpRx—is launching in 2026 for “discounted” prescriptions.

Here’s what they’re NOT telling you:

Follow @elizaorlins.bsky.social for more.

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DO NOT GIVE AWAY YOUR PERSONAL MEDICAL INFO TO TRUMP’S NEW TRUMPRX WEBSITE

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Eliza Orlins @elizaorlins.bsky.social · 8d

BREAKING: Jane Goodall has died.

She was my college graduation speaker and an idol of mine.

What a hero. I’m heartbroken to learn of her passing.

Her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees changed science forever, and her tireless advocacy inspired millions to protect our natural world. RIP 🥺

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