Jacob Thomas
@jacobthomasmpls.bsky.social
Comms Director for @commondefense.bsky.social | #Gay southerner living in the frozen north. Organizer | Multimedia Artist | #LGBTQ #Veteran
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✨️Check out this amazing piece of ice art at the MN Capitol. It was commissioned by @commondefense.bsky.social, the nation's largest grassroots org of veterans, to call for justice for the victims of ICE and for the abolition of ICE here and everywhere. ✨️✨️🕯
#iceout
#JusticeForRenee
#justiceforalex
#iceout
#JusticeForRenee
#justiceforalex
February 5, 2026 at 5:37 PM
✨️Check out this amazing piece of ice art at the MN Capitol. It was commissioned by @commondefense.bsky.social, the nation's largest grassroots org of veterans, to call for justice for the victims of ICE and for the abolition of ICE here and everywhere. ✨️✨️🕯
#iceout
#JusticeForRenee
#justiceforalex
#iceout
#JusticeForRenee
#justiceforalex
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Trump is pouring gasoline on a fire that our communities are fighting to put out.
Our service was about protection, not occupation. We didn't sign up for a political crackdown on our neighbors.
The mission:
→ End the occupation
→ Protect our neighbors
→ Demand accountability
Our service was about protection, not occupation. We didn't sign up for a political crackdown on our neighbors.
The mission:
→ End the occupation
→ Protect our neighbors
→ Demand accountability
January 28, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Trump is pouring gasoline on a fire that our communities are fighting to put out.
Our service was about protection, not occupation. We didn't sign up for a political crackdown on our neighbors.
The mission:
→ End the occupation
→ Protect our neighbors
→ Demand accountability
Our service was about protection, not occupation. We didn't sign up for a political crackdown on our neighbors.
The mission:
→ End the occupation
→ Protect our neighbors
→ Demand accountability
These fascist bootlickers will never win. I’m pissed for my congresswoman and also immensely proud of her for dealing with more shit than anyone ever should have to.
I’m ok. I’m a survivor so this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing my work.
I don’t let bullies win.
Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.
I don’t let bullies win.
Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.
January 28, 2026 at 2:28 AM
These fascist bootlickers will never win. I’m pissed for my congresswoman and also immensely proud of her for dealing with more shit than anyone ever should have to.
North Loop Minneapolis neighborhood vigil for Alex Pretti tonight.
January 25, 2026 at 1:42 AM
North Loop Minneapolis neighborhood vigil for Alex Pretti tonight.
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Not reform. Not more training. Abolish ICE and prosecute these murderers!
January 24, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Not reform. Not more training. Abolish ICE and prosecute these murderers!
50,000 Minnesotans marched in below zero weather because we know that we all do better when we all do better. The fascists have already lost, they just don’t realize it yet. ✊ #VetsAgainstTrump #AbolishICE #Minneapolis
January 24, 2026 at 12:10 AM
50,000 Minnesotans marched in below zero weather because we know that we all do better when we all do better. The fascists have already lost, they just don’t realize it yet. ✊ #VetsAgainstTrump #AbolishICE #Minneapolis
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If you can't take the cold, get the fuck out of Minnesota.
The ICE recruits who just arrived in Minneapolis from Alabama are in for a treat starting Saturday.
January 16, 2026 at 12:45 AM
If you can't take the cold, get the fuck out of Minnesota.
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This is illegal.
“Noem: U.S. Citizens Should Be Prepared To Show Proof.”
Did you vote for a “Show Me Your Papers” society?
Did you vote for a “Show Me Your Papers” society?
January 16, 2026 at 12:48 AM
This is illegal.
The Speaker of the House said “ICE is doing what ICE is designed to do.” Abolishing is the floor. We also need prosecutions and impeachments.
January 17, 2026 at 2:35 AM
The Speaker of the House said “ICE is doing what ICE is designed to do.” Abolishing is the floor. We also need prosecutions and impeachments.
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The old constitutional order is gone, and we should be straightforward about that. It’s becoming obvious that, whatever else is on the reconstruction agenda, ICE abolition must be included.
For goodness’ sake, Bill Kristol is in favor of it. Can you really not get there? trib.al/rPjQYKp
For goodness’ sake, Bill Kristol is in favor of it. Can you really not get there? trib.al/rPjQYKp
January 15, 2026 at 10:16 PM
The old constitutional order is gone, and we should be straightforward about that. It’s becoming obvious that, whatever else is on the reconstruction agenda, ICE abolition must be included.
For goodness’ sake, Bill Kristol is in favor of it. Can you really not get there? trib.al/rPjQYKp
For goodness’ sake, Bill Kristol is in favor of it. Can you really not get there? trib.al/rPjQYKp
This is what patriotism looks like: protecting our neighbors and fighting fascism.
Veterans and military family members are calling out for justice and an end to Trump’s war on our communities. Get involved at @commondefense.bsky.social
Veterans and military family members are calling out for justice and an end to Trump’s war on our communities. Get involved at @commondefense.bsky.social
January 15, 2026 at 10:12 PM
This is what patriotism looks like: protecting our neighbors and fighting fascism.
Veterans and military family members are calling out for justice and an end to Trump’s war on our communities. Get involved at @commondefense.bsky.social
Veterans and military family members are calling out for justice and an end to Trump’s war on our communities. Get involved at @commondefense.bsky.social
The Trump regime murdered Renee Nicole Good. Minneapolis came together last night to demand justice and show that we will not be intimidated into silence by fascists. Rest in Power Renee. ❤️✊
January 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM
The Trump regime murdered Renee Nicole Good. Minneapolis came together last night to demand justice and show that we will not be intimidated into silence by fascists. Rest in Power Renee. ❤️✊
I saw the video, there is no justification for DHS agents shooting and killing a woman here in Minneapolis. This is exactly why ICE should not be in our communities!
We must remain peaceful because Trump wants an excuse to escalate AND Minnesota must prosecute ICE for this.
We must remain peaceful because Trump wants an excuse to escalate AND Minnesota must prosecute ICE for this.
January 7, 2026 at 6:54 PM
I saw the video, there is no justification for DHS agents shooting and killing a woman here in Minneapolis. This is exactly why ICE should not be in our communities!
We must remain peaceful because Trump wants an excuse to escalate AND Minnesota must prosecute ICE for this.
We must remain peaceful because Trump wants an excuse to escalate AND Minnesota must prosecute ICE for this.
Trump and his gestapo goons will find they will get no help Minnesotans.
Ice belongs on our wintery lakes and rivers not terrorizing our communities and neighbors.
Ice belongs on our wintery lakes and rivers not terrorizing our communities and neighbors.
December 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Trump and his gestapo goons will find they will get no help Minnesotans.
Ice belongs on our wintery lakes and rivers not terrorizing our communities and neighbors.
Ice belongs on our wintery lakes and rivers not terrorizing our communities and neighbors.
“This tragedy also underscores the grave risks created when troops are deployed domestically for political purposes. Escalating the domestic militarization of our cities will only put more troops at risk.”
We warned that a "manufactured war" on our streets would put troops at risk. Today, two WV Guardsmen were shot in DC.
Escalating domestic militarization doesn't make us safer; it puts citizen soldiers in the crosshairs.
Stop the stunts. Bring them home.
#NoWarOnOurStreets
https://bit.ly/484rFJr
Escalating domestic militarization doesn't make us safer; it puts citizen soldiers in the crosshairs.
Stop the stunts. Bring them home.
#NoWarOnOurStreets
https://bit.ly/484rFJr
Veterans Condemn National Guard Shooting Amid Rising Political Violence; Call for End to Domestic Deployments
Washington, DC – Common Defense is shocked and heartbroken by the shooting of two West Virginia National Guard members in Washington DC earlier today. Our thoughts are with these Guardsmen, their love...
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November 27, 2025 at 12:29 AM
“This tragedy also underscores the grave risks created when troops are deployed domestically for political purposes. Escalating the domestic militarization of our cities will only put more troops at risk.”
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All across the country veterans are fighting back for our democracy today and everyday! Thank a veteran by joining with us to fight authoritarianism, demand VA healthcare not be gutted, and abolish ICE! #NoCutsNoOccupations #VetsSayNo #VetsAgainstTrump
November 11, 2025 at 7:14 PM
All across the country veterans are fighting back for our democracy today and everyday! Thank a veteran by joining with us to fight authoritarianism, demand VA healthcare not be gutted, and abolish ICE! #NoCutsNoOccupations #VetsSayNo #VetsAgainstTrump
Watch our veterans respond to ICE assaulting and arresting a 20 year Air Force veteran:
UPDATE: Our member Dana Briggs, the Air Force veteran who was thrown to the ground and arrested by ICE for peacefully protesting, has been RELEASED.
Watch the press conference to learn the truth about what happened. #NoWarOnOurStreets
Livestream Link: www.youtube.com/live/E5c9gDU...
Watch the press conference to learn the truth about what happened. #NoWarOnOurStreets
Livestream Link: www.youtube.com/live/E5c9gDU...
Common Defense is live!
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October 2, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Watch our veterans respond to ICE assaulting and arresting a 20 year Air Force veteran:
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Donald Trump is unleashing masked federal agents and military troops into our neighborhoods — dragging people off the streets, terrorizing families, and treating American communities like occupied zones.
Congress has the power to stop this abuse of power.
Congress has the power to stop this abuse of power.
September 29, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Donald Trump is unleashing masked federal agents and military troops into our neighborhoods — dragging people off the streets, terrorizing families, and treating American communities like occupied zones.
Congress has the power to stop this abuse of power.
Congress has the power to stop this abuse of power.
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Trump’s masked gestapo just shoved a Common Defense member and Air Force veteran to the ground and arrested him for peacefully protesting in Illinois.
The lawlessness of this regime must end — and he must be released immediately!
The lawlessness of this regime must end — and he must be released immediately!
As agents retreated back to the facility grounds, a protester was knocked to the ground and arrested.
September 28, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Trump’s masked gestapo just shoved a Common Defense member and Air Force veteran to the ground and arrested him for peacefully protesting in Illinois.
The lawlessness of this regime must end — and he must be released immediately!
The lawlessness of this regime must end — and he must be released immediately!
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When Democrats defend democracy, we are protecting not only its legal and moral infrastructure, but all of its concrete material achievements for the people, like Medicaid, Social Security and Medicare.
When we defend democracy, we defend progress.
When we defend democracy, we defend progress.
Opinion | Democrats, Your Job Is to Defend Democracy
www.nytimes.com
September 22, 2025 at 1:41 PM
When Democrats defend democracy, we are protecting not only its legal and moral infrastructure, but all of its concrete material achievements for the people, like Medicaid, Social Security and Medicare.
When we defend democracy, we defend progress.
When we defend democracy, we defend progress.
In a time where LGBTQ+ lives and rights are under attack I am so grateful for a weekend of dreaming about our collective futures with @hrc.org.
Here’s to continuing to help bend the arc of the moral universe. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Here’s to continuing to help bend the arc of the moral universe. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
September 14, 2025 at 8:34 PM
In a time where LGBTQ+ lives and rights are under attack I am so grateful for a weekend of dreaming about our collective futures with @hrc.org.
Here’s to continuing to help bend the arc of the moral universe. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Here’s to continuing to help bend the arc of the moral universe. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
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On 9/11, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost and honor the sacrifices made. For many veterans, that day shaped our service. Now our mission evolves: building true security through justice and a strong democracy, not endless war. Our oath to a better future continues.
September 11, 2025 at 4:10 PM
On 9/11, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost and honor the sacrifices made. For many veterans, that day shaped our service. Now our mission evolves: building true security through justice and a strong democracy, not endless war. Our oath to a better future continues.