Joe Sudbay
@joesudbay.bsky.social
Mainer in DC. Host “State of the States” on @siriusxmprog.bsky.social
Husband of @carlosonhousing.bsky.social. Dog dad to Oliver
Wannabe wildlifer
Husband of @carlosonhousing.bsky.social. Dog dad to Oliver
Wannabe wildlifer
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Everyone keep a level head and remember… www.offmessage.net/p/itll-be-tr...
It'll Be Trump's Fault
Donald Trump created this unstable equilibrium; no matter how it breaks down, it will be his fault.
www.offmessage.net
November 26, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Everyone keep a level head and remember… www.offmessage.net/p/itll-be-tr...
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Republicans will blame Democrats for the shooter. Don't let them.
Democrats:
- allowed Afghans to seek refuge after aiding the U.S. and fleeing the Taliban
Republicans:
- approved shooter's refugee status in April 2025
- allowed shooter to access a gun
- placed NG soldiers in the line of fire
Democrats:
- allowed Afghans to seek refuge after aiding the U.S. and fleeing the Taliban
Republicans:
- approved shooter's refugee status in April 2025
- allowed shooter to access a gun
- placed NG soldiers in the line of fire
November 27, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Republicans will blame Democrats for the shooter. Don't let them.
Democrats:
- allowed Afghans to seek refuge after aiding the U.S. and fleeing the Taliban
Republicans:
- approved shooter's refugee status in April 2025
- allowed shooter to access a gun
- placed NG soldiers in the line of fire
Democrats:
- allowed Afghans to seek refuge after aiding the U.S. and fleeing the Taliban
Republicans:
- approved shooter's refugee status in April 2025
- allowed shooter to access a gun
- placed NG soldiers in the line of fire
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An 18yo US citizen, surrounded by eight masked, armed agents of the state, taken into custody, not read his rights, not offered a chance to contact a lawyer, proof of citizenship ignored, handcuffed so tightly he later required medical attention.
Profoundly, profoundly anti-American shit.
Profoundly, profoundly anti-American shit.
ICE Detained an 18-Year-Old U.S. Citizen. This Is His Story.
YouTube video by The Hometown Holler
youtu.be
November 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
An 18yo US citizen, surrounded by eight masked, armed agents of the state, taken into custody, not read his rights, not offered a chance to contact a lawyer, proof of citizenship ignored, handcuffed so tightly he later required medical attention.
Profoundly, profoundly anti-American shit.
Profoundly, profoundly anti-American shit.
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Remember that the Guard were originally deployed to DC to avenge Big Balls, who is meanwhile rifling through all our Social Security data.
AND ALSO, on Nov 20, Jia Cobb ruled the Guard deployment was illegaly, but stayed her decision until December 11.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
AND ALSO, on Nov 20, Jia Cobb ruled the Guard deployment was illegaly, but stayed her decision until December 11.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
November 26, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Remember that the Guard were originally deployed to DC to avenge Big Balls, who is meanwhile rifling through all our Social Security data.
AND ALSO, on Nov 20, Jia Cobb ruled the Guard deployment was illegaly, but stayed her decision until December 11.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
AND ALSO, on Nov 20, Jia Cobb ruled the Guard deployment was illegaly, but stayed her decision until December 11.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
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FFS no, NYT, they are not. See, instead: https://presswatchers.org/2025/08/the-elite-media-still-falls-for-trumps-lies/
November 26, 2025 at 10:33 PM
FFS no, NYT, they are not. See, instead: https://presswatchers.org/2025/08/the-elite-media-still-falls-for-trumps-lies/
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And, of course, more are going to be placed unnecessarily in harm's way, often assigned landscaping tasks like spreading mulch, by these sociopaths.
The Guard should be home in their communities.
Expect this regime to use this tragedy for more disruption and pain.
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The Guard should be home in their communities.
Expect this regime to use this tragedy for more disruption and pain.
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Pete Hegseth announces that Trump will deploy 500 more National Guard troops to Washington, DC after today’s shooting
November 26, 2025 at 10:31 PM
And, of course, more are going to be placed unnecessarily in harm's way, often assigned landscaping tasks like spreading mulch, by these sociopaths.
The Guard should be home in their communities.
Expect this regime to use this tragedy for more disruption and pain.
📺 bsky.app/profile/moll...
The Guard should be home in their communities.
Expect this regime to use this tragedy for more disruption and pain.
📺 bsky.app/profile/moll...
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Religion note: At the end of this speech, Hegseth refers to “the faith of this country — the Christian faith.”
It’s omst explicit I’ve ever heard him be about that view, although it’s been building: religionnews.com/2025/09/29/c...
It’s omst explicit I’ve ever heard him be about that view, although it’s been building: religionnews.com/2025/09/29/c...
November 26, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Religion note: At the end of this speech, Hegseth refers to “the faith of this country — the Christian faith.”
It’s omst explicit I’ve ever heard him be about that view, although it’s been building: religionnews.com/2025/09/29/c...
It’s omst explicit I’ve ever heard him be about that view, although it’s been building: religionnews.com/2025/09/29/c...
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TN-7 folks should know billionaires Yass, Bezos etc. dropped millions into the Republican primary to help Matt Van Epps 🤖 get past Rep. Jody Barrett, who is more of a grass roots Republican — whereas Van Epps is a puppet for the billionaires.
(H/T @votesaveamerica.crooked.com )
(H/T @votesaveamerica.crooked.com )
November 26, 2025 at 9:14 PM
TN-7 folks should know billionaires Yass, Bezos etc. dropped millions into the Republican primary to help Matt Van Epps 🤖 get past Rep. Jody Barrett, who is more of a grass roots Republican — whereas Van Epps is a puppet for the billionaires.
(H/T @votesaveamerica.crooked.com )
(H/T @votesaveamerica.crooked.com )
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Annnnnnd now the West Virginia governor says he's not sure about the condition of the National Guardsmen.
Maybe best to not tweet out that they are both dead until, you know, you KNOW that is absolutely the case...
Maybe best to not tweet out that they are both dead until, you know, you KNOW that is absolutely the case...
November 26, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Annnnnnd now the West Virginia governor says he's not sure about the condition of the National Guardsmen.
Maybe best to not tweet out that they are both dead until, you know, you KNOW that is absolutely the case...
Maybe best to not tweet out that they are both dead until, you know, you KNOW that is absolutely the case...
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⚠️ After posting that the National Guard members had both died, the governor of West Virginia now says they’re “receiving conflicting reports about the condition of our two Guard members”:
November 26, 2025 at 9:12 PM
⚠️ After posting that the National Guard members had both died, the governor of West Virginia now says they’re “receiving conflicting reports about the condition of our two Guard members”:
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precisely my thought. the president and his dumbass republican allies put these men and women into harm’s way for a political stunt and look what has happened
Whether this was random street crime or targeted political violence, I think it was bad for the president to unnecessarily put the National Guard in harm’s way like this. They simply don’t need to be there.
November 26, 2025 at 8:53 PM
precisely my thought. the president and his dumbass republican allies put these men and women into harm’s way for a political stunt and look what has happened
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This week, @thetraecrowder.bsky.social and @markagee.bsky.social sat down with @aftynbehn.bsky.social to talk about her run in the TN-07 special election on December 2nd.
November 26, 2025 at 7:18 PM
This week, @thetraecrowder.bsky.social and @markagee.bsky.social sat down with @aftynbehn.bsky.social to talk about her run in the TN-07 special election on December 2nd.
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if anyone hears of any World AIDS Day gatherings happening to honor everyone we've lost and to protest Trump's decision not to observe it, please let me know
fuck you
the memories of a generation lost because of Reagan's homophobia will not be erased
i think we should do something in DC that would make david wojnarowicz proud tbh
the memories of a generation lost because of Reagan's homophobia will not be erased
i think we should do something in DC that would make david wojnarowicz proud tbh
November 26, 2025 at 7:29 PM
if anyone hears of any World AIDS Day gatherings happening to honor everyone we've lost and to protest Trump's decision not to observe it, please let me know
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DHS has announced the end of temporary immigration protections for Haitians.
The decision, effective Feb. 3, 2026, affects up to more than a half million Haitians. They now face returning to a country plagued by criminal gangs that control all major roads into the capital Port-au-Prince.
The decision, effective Feb. 3, 2026, affects up to more than a half million Haitians. They now face returning to a country plagued by criminal gangs that control all major roads into the capital Port-au-Prince.
Trump says Haiti no longer meets requirements for TPS. Haitians have to leave
The Department of Homeland Security said TPS for Haiti ends Feb. 3, 2026, affecting over half a million people who may face return to gang-controlled Port-au-Prince.
amp.miamiherald.com
November 26, 2025 at 5:49 PM
DHS has announced the end of temporary immigration protections for Haitians.
The decision, effective Feb. 3, 2026, affects up to more than a half million Haitians. They now face returning to a country plagued by criminal gangs that control all major roads into the capital Port-au-Prince.
The decision, effective Feb. 3, 2026, affects up to more than a half million Haitians. They now face returning to a country plagued by criminal gangs that control all major roads into the capital Port-au-Prince.
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#TN07 might become a big problem for Republicans:
-Trump's approval is at 47% to 49% disapproval in a district he won by 22 points
-Aftyn Behn is only down two points to Matt Van Epps
-Trump is pushing Van Epps and his super PAC is dumping money in there
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
-Trump's approval is at 47% to 49% disapproval in a district he won by 22 points
-Aftyn Behn is only down two points to Matt Van Epps
-Trump is pushing Van Epps and his super PAC is dumping money in there
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
The next neck and neck race where the blue wave could crash, according to a new poll
A special election next month could give Democrats another unexpected boost
www.independent.co.uk
November 26, 2025 at 4:37 PM
#TN07 might become a big problem for Republicans:
-Trump's approval is at 47% to 49% disapproval in a district he won by 22 points
-Aftyn Behn is only down two points to Matt Van Epps
-Trump is pushing Van Epps and his super PAC is dumping money in there
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
-Trump's approval is at 47% to 49% disapproval in a district he won by 22 points
-Aftyn Behn is only down two points to Matt Van Epps
-Trump is pushing Van Epps and his super PAC is dumping money in there
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
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With almost any other politician, it would be shocking to learn local authorities once condemned his campaign headquarters for illegally housing workers and volunteers in appalling conditions. For Steve Stockman, it's just one of many episodes to recount.
The one and only Steve Stockman, the far-right Texan who served two nonconsecutive stints in Congress and two years in federal prison, is reportedly interested in continuing his unlikely and bizarre electoral career with another House bid. www.the-downballot.com/p/morning-di...
Morning Digest: A notorious proto-MAGA crank may have one more comeback left in him
A one-term congressman twice over is reportedly eyeing a third stint
www.the-downballot.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:39 PM
With almost any other politician, it would be shocking to learn local authorities once condemned his campaign headquarters for illegally housing workers and volunteers in appalling conditions. For Steve Stockman, it's just one of many episodes to recount.
Oliver in red (leaves)
November 26, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Oliver in red (leaves)
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This is incredible
Good morning to Brazilian reporter Manuela Borges, who’s been waiting eleven years for this petty moment. ❤️ 🇧🇷
November 26, 2025 at 3:23 PM
This is incredible
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Holy Toledo! A new poll from Emerson shows #TN07 neck-and-neck.
Matt Van Epps 48%
Aftyn Behn 46%
(I know, I know, it's Emerson)
emersoncollegepolling.com/tennessee-7t...
Matt Van Epps 48%
Aftyn Behn 46%
(I know, I know, it's Emerson)
emersoncollegepolling.com/tennessee-7t...
Tennessee 7th District 2025 Special Election Poll: Republican Van Epps and Democrat Behn Locked In Tight Race - Emerson Polling
Voters Split on Trump’s Job Performance as Economic Issues Top Voters’ Concerns A new Emerson…Full Release & Results
emersoncollegepolling.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Holy Toledo! A new poll from Emerson shows #TN07 neck-and-neck.
Matt Van Epps 48%
Aftyn Behn 46%
(I know, I know, it's Emerson)
emersoncollegepolling.com/tennessee-7t...
Matt Van Epps 48%
Aftyn Behn 46%
(I know, I know, it's Emerson)
emersoncollegepolling.com/tennessee-7t...
Plan A for Collins was the Leonard Leo-backed Question 1 to make voting much harder in Maine. Lost 64-36 margin
Plan B for Collins is to attack some of most vulnerable Mainers
any of the usual suck up DC reporters asked her about this?
www.pressherald.com?p=7537762&uu...
Plan B for Collins is to attack some of most vulnerable Mainers
any of the usual suck up DC reporters asked her about this?
www.pressherald.com?p=7537762&uu...
Sen. Collins signs Maine petition for initiative to restrict transgender rights
The proposed referendum aims to enforce President Donald Trump’s <a href="https://themainemonitor.org/maine-title-ix-battle-national-consequences/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">stance on ...
www.pressherald.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Plan A for Collins was the Leonard Leo-backed Question 1 to make voting much harder in Maine. Lost 64-36 margin
Plan B for Collins is to attack some of most vulnerable Mainers
any of the usual suck up DC reporters asked her about this?
www.pressherald.com?p=7537762&uu...
Plan B for Collins is to attack some of most vulnerable Mainers
any of the usual suck up DC reporters asked her about this?
www.pressherald.com?p=7537762&uu...
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The Boston Globe on the strange case of the mother of Ms Leavitt’s nephew being deported. Apparently, from the quote below, his father — Ms Leavitt’s brother — wants her gone.
“After Ferreira was detained, Dos Santos Rodrigues said Michael Leavitt Sr. and his father, Bob Leavitt, reached out to her.”
“‘They just kept saying, ‘Tell her to self-deport,’” she recalled. “Self-deport to where? Brazil is not her home.’” www.bostonglobe.com/2025/11/26/m...
“‘They just kept saying, ‘Tell her to self-deport,’” she recalled. “Self-deport to where? Brazil is not her home.’” www.bostonglobe.com/2025/11/26/m...
‘Brazil is not her home.’ Mother of Karoline Leavitt’s nephew, brought to US as child, detained by ICE. - The Boston Globe
Bruna Ferreira, 33, was brought to the United States as a child in 1998. She is now in removal proceedings in Louisiana.
www.bostonglobe.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The Boston Globe on the strange case of the mother of Ms Leavitt’s nephew being deported. Apparently, from the quote below, his father — Ms Leavitt’s brother — wants her gone.
"Trump has prompted additional questions about his health by sharing news about medical procedures he has had, but not details about them."
We still don't know what the MRI was for. For this article, NYT asked but didn't get an answer. White House staff won't say
That's scandalous. Or should be
We still don't know what the MRI was for. For this article, NYT asked but didn't get an answer. White House staff won't say
That's scandalous. Or should be
Who would've thought this would happen when voting for the oldest person elected to office?
We truly live in one of the most self-destructive countries.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
We truly live in one of the most self-destructive countries.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
Shorter Days, Signs of Fatigue: Trump Faces Realities of Aging in Office
www.nytimes.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:38 AM
"Trump has prompted additional questions about his health by sharing news about medical procedures he has had, but not details about them."
We still don't know what the MRI was for. For this article, NYT asked but didn't get an answer. White House staff won't say
That's scandalous. Or should be
We still don't know what the MRI was for. For this article, NYT asked but didn't get an answer. White House staff won't say
That's scandalous. Or should be
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Who would've thought this would happen when voting for the oldest person elected to office?
We truly live in one of the most self-destructive countries.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
We truly live in one of the most self-destructive countries.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
Shorter Days, Signs of Fatigue: Trump Faces Realities of Aging in Office
www.nytimes.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Who would've thought this would happen when voting for the oldest person elected to office?
We truly live in one of the most self-destructive countries.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
We truly live in one of the most self-destructive countries.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/25/u...
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On Thanksgiving eve - are the folks at POLITICO - appear to be getting antsy for war vs Venezuela?
Are these guys eager for bloodshed like the media were Bush-Cheney leading us into Iraq?
Are these guys eager for bloodshed like the media were Bush-Cheney leading us into Iraq?
November 26, 2025 at 1:55 AM
On Thanksgiving eve - are the folks at POLITICO - appear to be getting antsy for war vs Venezuela?
Are these guys eager for bloodshed like the media were Bush-Cheney leading us into Iraq?
Are these guys eager for bloodshed like the media were Bush-Cheney leading us into Iraq?