Hunter Walker
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Hi! Allow me to reintroduce myself.
I'm an investigative reporter, author, and former White House correspondent.
I cover Trump, the broader far right, and the Democratic Party's internal dynamics.
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I'm an investigative reporter, author, and former White House correspondent.
I cover Trump, the broader far right, and the Democratic Party's internal dynamics.
I also verify people on Bluesky.
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I didn't really like that movie but his character was great.
Benicio del Toro’s performance makes me happy. Hope he wins.
January 22, 2026 at 3:04 PM
I didn't really like that movie but his character was great.
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Whatever is in the Epstein Files is so explosive that the leaders of the Department of Justice are openly breaking the law every day to keep us from seeing it. (Just a reminder amongst all the other stuff flying around.)
January 22, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Whatever is in the Epstein Files is so explosive that the leaders of the Department of Justice are openly breaking the law every day to keep us from seeing it. (Just a reminder amongst all the other stuff flying around.)
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In the 1870 census, Boise, Idaho was almost 50% Chinese. Just...think about that. Think about Boise, Idaho today and what you think about it racially.
What happened after that was, to put it bluntly, repeated violence against the Chinese population in the West.
What happened after that was, to put it bluntly, repeated violence against the Chinese population in the West.
January 22, 2026 at 2:59 PM
In the 1870 census, Boise, Idaho was almost 50% Chinese. Just...think about that. Think about Boise, Idaho today and what you think about it racially.
What happened after that was, to put it bluntly, repeated violence against the Chinese population in the West.
What happened after that was, to put it bluntly, repeated violence against the Chinese population in the West.
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We set out to determine how many images of women and girls Grok created during its nudifying spree. What we found was “industrial-scale abuse,” experts said. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/22/t...
Musk’s Chatbot Flooded X With Millions of Sexualized Images in Days, New Estimates Show
www.nytimes.com
January 22, 2026 at 2:56 PM
We set out to determine how many images of women and girls Grok created during its nudifying spree. What we found was “industrial-scale abuse,” experts said. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/22/t...
Barron Trump was apparently on Facetime with a woman he met via "social media" as she was being beaten by a Russian MMA fighter who was jealous of her relationship with the president's son.
Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life with police call, London court hears
Barron Trump may have saved woman’s life with police call, London court hears
Youngest son of US president raised alarm after woman was allegedly attacked during video call last January
Barron Trump, the youngest son of the US president, alerted police in London after witnessing a woman allegedly being attacked by a former boyfriend, possibly saving her life, a court has heard.
Trump was on a video call a year ago with the woman, who cannot be named, when he saw Matvei Rumiantsev, a Russian citizen, repeatedly punch her, Snaresbrook crown court was told on Wednesday, according to reports. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
January 22, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Barron Trump was apparently on Facetime with a woman he met via "social media" as she was being beaten by a Russian MMA fighter who was jealous of her relationship with the president's son.
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Trump's many, many blatantly racist remarks about Somalis and other immigrants did not provoke a single direct question from the White House press corps. talkingpointsmemo.com/news/trump-m...
Trump Marks First Year In Office With Unhinged Racist Rant Targeting ‘Very Low IQ’ Somalis
President Donald Trump spent the first anniversary of his second term on...
talkingpointsmemo.com
January 20, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Trump's many, many blatantly racist remarks about Somalis and other immigrants did not provoke a single direct question from the White House press corps. talkingpointsmemo.com/news/trump-m...
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Raven + Jenna's Promise
January 22, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Raven + Jenna's Promise
Good morning! I am back on the Nespresso today! What's everybody else drinking? #coffeewithhunter
January 22, 2026 at 11:23 AM
Good morning! I am back on the Nespresso today! What's everybody else drinking? #coffeewithhunter
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Minneapolis General Strike solidarity actions have spread to at least 43 cities according to our strike tracking
Check our map here.
paydayreport.com/minneap/
Check our map here.
paydayreport.com/minneap/
MAP: Minneapolis General Strike Movement Spreads to 43 Cities Across U.S.
At least 43 cities plan to hold actions in solidarity with the Minneapolis General Strike
paydayreport.com
January 21, 2026 at 11:06 PM
Minneapolis General Strike solidarity actions have spread to at least 43 cities according to our strike tracking
Check our map here.
paydayreport.com/minneap/
Check our map here.
paydayreport.com/minneap/
There was a time when I would have angrily argued with people who were hating on the Yankees in my mentions.
I don't even care any more. We deserve what we get. Hal has taken all my joy for the game.
I don't even care any more. We deserve what we get. Hal has taken all my joy for the game.
January 22, 2026 at 3:50 AM
There was a time when I would have angrily argued with people who were hating on the Yankees in my mentions.
I don't even care any more. We deserve what we get. Hal has taken all my joy for the game.
I don't even care any more. We deserve what we get. Hal has taken all my joy for the game.
Man. On top of everything else the Yankees are actively depressing.
January 22, 2026 at 3:43 AM
Man. On top of everything else the Yankees are actively depressing.
This was like the one last clear move the Yankees could have made to avoid this offseason being a total embarrassment.
“This trade marks the third significant acquisition for the Mets in the past week….” ⚾️ 🔵🟠 #MLB #MLBTrades #NewYorkMets #MilwaukeeBrewers #FreddyPeralta #JettWilliams #BrandonSproat #LGM #LFGM #MetsSky
Mets reportedly acquire All-Star ace Freddy Peralta in trade with Brewers
The New York Mets have traded for All-Star Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports.
sports.yahoo.com
January 22, 2026 at 3:39 AM
This was like the one last clear move the Yankees could have made to avoid this offseason being a total embarrassment.
This boy was sent to detention in Texas. School officials say they are working to locate two other children who were detained by ICE.
January 22, 2026 at 3:19 AM
This boy was sent to detention in Texas. School officials say they are working to locate two other children who were detained by ICE.
There is a small part of me that's paranoid the Raiders are going to try and do something cute rather than making the very obvious Mendoza pick. That would be insane but also very, very Raiders.
January 21, 2026 at 10:31 PM
There is a small part of me that's paranoid the Raiders are going to try and do something cute rather than making the very obvious Mendoza pick. That would be insane but also very, very Raiders.
What's wild is - based on his own remarks - Trump saw the numbers, blamed his people for not selling his performance, and decided he could turn it all around by making his own pitch filled with industrial grade anti-Somali hate
Trump approval, per The Economist —
Georgia: -18.6%
Maine: -18.4%
Texas: -17.2%
Michigan: -15.8%
North Carolina: -13.6%
Ohio: -9.2%
Iowa: -8.7%
Florida: -7.5%
South Carolina: -7.3%
Mississippi: -6.9%
Alaska: -6.6%
Louisiana: -5.1%
Nebraska: -1.8%
These states all have Senate elections this year
Georgia: -18.6%
Maine: -18.4%
Texas: -17.2%
Michigan: -15.8%
North Carolina: -13.6%
Ohio: -9.2%
Iowa: -8.7%
Florida: -7.5%
South Carolina: -7.3%
Mississippi: -6.9%
Alaska: -6.6%
Louisiana: -5.1%
Nebraska: -1.8%
These states all have Senate elections this year
January 21, 2026 at 10:00 PM
What's wild is - based on his own remarks - Trump saw the numbers, blamed his people for not selling his performance, and decided he could turn it all around by making his own pitch filled with industrial grade anti-Somali hate
If you want to know what I mean when I describe being annoyed with "urbanist" posters check this stuff out.
This is a really cool straw man you've set up here. Totally indicative of good faith, smart engagement.
It's not like I was explicitly talking about double parked cars and poorly run construction sites, which, yes, are things that cause accidents and may have in this case.
Enjoy the mute!
It's not like I was explicitly talking about double parked cars and poorly run construction sites, which, yes, are things that cause accidents and may have in this case.
Enjoy the mute!
January 21, 2026 at 9:09 PM
If you want to know what I mean when I describe being annoyed with "urbanist" posters check this stuff out.
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To quote one source:
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
Jeffries Won’t Whip Vote Against ICE Funding - The American Prospect
While the House Democratic leader announced personal opposition to a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, he won’t pressure his colleagues to do the same.
prospect.org
January 21, 2026 at 8:25 PM
To quote one source:
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
“They’re terrified of being labeled anti–law enforcement. They want this to go away so they can talk about the cost of living more. Problem is, it’s not going away.”
prospect.org/2026/01/21/j...
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Scenes from occupied Minneapolis: "3 SUVs ICE officers driving down 21st to 42nd street. The ice officer rolled down his window and took a photo of me and said 'I got you motherfucker'. I am just a home owner going outside to see what was going on."
January 21, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Scenes from occupied Minneapolis: "3 SUVs ICE officers driving down 21st to 42nd street. The ice officer rolled down his window and took a photo of me and said 'I got you motherfucker'. I am just a home owner going outside to see what was going on."
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I continue to be, let's say 'annoyed,' at nat'l coverage that posits "Americans" are reacting w/ passivity. Most leaders may be, but I spend every day talking to ordinary people taking extraordinary steps to protect their families, communities and countries. National media just missing the story.
Here @ashleyrparker.bsky.social tries to explain the peculiar passivity with which America has greeted naked authoritarianism.
Trump Exhaustion Syndrome
Americans can’t seem to keep up.
www.theatlantic.com
January 21, 2026 at 7:58 PM
I continue to be, let's say 'annoyed,' at nat'l coverage that posits "Americans" are reacting w/ passivity. Most leaders may be, but I spend every day talking to ordinary people taking extraordinary steps to protect their families, communities and countries. National media just missing the story.
Congratulations to Hal Steinbrenner for re-signing Cody Bellinger and, once again, putting together a team that obviously isn't good enough to win the World Series.
Riveting, electrifying stuff.
Riveting, electrifying stuff.
January 21, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Congratulations to Hal Steinbrenner for re-signing Cody Bellinger and, once again, putting together a team that obviously isn't good enough to win the World Series.
Riveting, electrifying stuff.
Riveting, electrifying stuff.
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Afternoon coffee with my new mug. Lavazza Americano
January 21, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Afternoon coffee with my new mug. Lavazza Americano
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Trump confused Iceland and Greenland in his speech three times- when reporters point that out, Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt slammed the reporter saying that was a lie. This is what a fascist regime looks like. www.mediaite.com/media/news/k...
Karoline Leavitt Issues Brazen Denial of Trump Iceland-Greenland Flub Heard Round the World
Karoline Leavitt brazenly denied that President Donald Trump referred to Greenland as Iceland during his speech in Davos, Switzerland on Wednesday.
www.mediaite.com
January 21, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Trump confused Iceland and Greenland in his speech three times- when reporters point that out, Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt slammed the reporter saying that was a lie. This is what a fascist regime looks like. www.mediaite.com/media/news/k...
I see an "urbanist" account I already blocked noticed the cleaned aftermath of the accident I saw and is declaring my thoughts on it a "take" for which I should "log off." Personally, I wouldn't be commenting on things I wasn't present for, but I guess that is fitting with the logic of that crowd.
January 21, 2026 at 7:07 PM
I see an "urbanist" account I already blocked noticed the cleaned aftermath of the accident I saw and is declaring my thoughts on it a "take" for which I should "log off." Personally, I wouldn't be commenting on things I wasn't present for, but I guess that is fitting with the logic of that crowd.
I always hated the "Core Four" branding because he was right at the heart of the dynasty.
One of the most underrated players of his generation. Amazing considering the team and market he played for.
January 21, 2026 at 4:53 PM
I always hated the "Core Four" branding because he was right at the heart of the dynasty.
Bernie Williams belongs in the Hall of Fame.
January 21, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Bernie Williams belongs in the Hall of Fame.