Steve Cooper (Coop)
@socaljourno.com
Journalist & creative generalist.
COO at GymCastic
Co-Author of Best-Selling books: THE BALANCE with Aimee Boorman
and LIFE IS SHORT, DON'T WAIT TO DANCE with Miss Val.
Beats: 📸🤸🏽🫶🏼🧑🦱📱💼
www.gymcastic.com | https://a.co/d/6Q7yfJp | www.socaljourno.com
COO at GymCastic
Co-Author of Best-Selling books: THE BALANCE with Aimee Boorman
and LIFE IS SHORT, DON'T WAIT TO DANCE with Miss Val.
Beats: 📸🤸🏽🫶🏼🧑🦱📱💼
www.gymcastic.com | https://a.co/d/6Q7yfJp | www.socaljourno.com
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Steve Cooper (Coop)
@socaljourno.com
· Apr 8
The Balance: My Years Coaching Simone Biles - out April 22
I am so excited to share this book with everyone!
www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-balanc...
@saltocoach.bsky.social #gymnastics #booksky
I am so excited to share this book with everyone!
www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-balanc...
@saltocoach.bsky.social #gymnastics #booksky
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Week 4 of the 2026 NCAA Gymnastics season. Thankfully my 2025 @gymcastic.com #fantasygym quilt is keeping me warm during this deep freeze. #polarvortex
January 24, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Week 4 of the 2026 NCAA Gymnastics season. Thankfully my 2025 @gymcastic.com #fantasygym quilt is keeping me warm during this deep freeze. #polarvortex
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Take a moment and let this sink in.
the nba postponed a game because the united states government is killing its citizens
January 24, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Take a moment and let this sink in.
I cannot stress enough the importance of supporting independent media and the gratitude we feel. Thank you!
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The Washington Post is not sending anyone to the Winter Olympics
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/24/b...
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The Washington Post is not sending anyone to the Winter Olympics
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/24/b...
Washington Post Tears Up Plans to Cover Winter Olympics
www.nytimes.com
January 24, 2026 at 5:15 PM
I cannot stress enough the importance of supporting independent media and the gratitude we feel. Thank you!
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The Washington Post is not sending anyone to the Winter Olympics
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/24/b...
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The Washington Post is not sending anyone to the Winter Olympics
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/24/b...
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WHO removing Us Flag
January 23, 2026 at 9:45 PM
WHO removing Us Flag
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A German soccer federation executive committee member says it's time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
German soccer federation official wants World Cup boycott considered because of Trump
A German soccer federation executive committee member says it’s time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
bit.ly
January 23, 2026 at 10:00 PM
A German soccer federation executive committee member says it's time to consider a World Cup boycott because of the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Breaking NYT:
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
F.B.I. Agent Who Tried to Investigate ICE Officer in Shooting Resigns
www.nytimes.com
January 23, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Breaking NYT:
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
The FBI agent who sought to investigate the federal immigration officer who fatally shot Renee Good has resigned from the bureau, according to two people familiar with the matter, after leadership pressured her to discontinue a civil rights inquiry into the officer.
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Don't forget the Supreme Court's role facilitating ICE's brutality and racism in Minneapolis. SCOTUS lifted an injunction that limited racial profiling in immigration enforcement on Sept. 8. The federal assault on Chicago began the next day. Then came the Twin Cities. SCOTUS greenlit these horrors.
January 23, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Don't forget the Supreme Court's role facilitating ICE's brutality and racism in Minneapolis. SCOTUS lifted an injunction that limited racial profiling in immigration enforcement on Sept. 8. The federal assault on Chicago began the next day. Then came the Twin Cities. SCOTUS greenlit these horrors.
The U.S. leaves the WHO and California joins.
So damn proud to be a resident of this state.
www.abc10.com/article/news...
So damn proud to be a resident of this state.
www.abc10.com/article/news...
California joins WHO public health network following US exit, marking a first for any state
California joined WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network, countering federal withdrawal from the organization.
www.abc10.com
January 23, 2026 at 9:16 PM
The U.S. leaves the WHO and California joins.
So damn proud to be a resident of this state.
www.abc10.com/article/news...
So damn proud to be a resident of this state.
www.abc10.com/article/news...
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BREAKING: DOJ opposes release of Volume II of Jack Smith’s report in a Trump campaign speech-style filing unlike anything one should see from the Justice Department. storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
January 23, 2026 at 8:58 PM
BREAKING: DOJ opposes release of Volume II of Jack Smith’s report in a Trump campaign speech-style filing unlike anything one should see from the Justice Department. storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
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A federal judge has formally ordered the Trump administration to cease efforts to deport foreign-born students over pro-Palestinian speech.
Trump can't deport foreign students based on speech, judge rules
A federal judge has formally ordered the Trump administration to cease efforts to deport foreign-born students over pro-Palestinian speech.
bit.ly
January 23, 2026 at 9:01 PM
A federal judge has formally ordered the Trump administration to cease efforts to deport foreign-born students over pro-Palestinian speech.
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COLBERT, on the so-called “Board of Peace”:
“.. Paying a billion dollars to obey Donald Trump seems a little steep. After all, CBS got to do it for just 16 million."
@latenightercom.bsky.social #$PSKY
“.. Paying a billion dollars to obey Donald Trump seems a little steep. After all, CBS got to do it for just 16 million."
@latenightercom.bsky.social #$PSKY
January 23, 2026 at 10:50 AM
COLBERT, on the so-called “Board of Peace”:
“.. Paying a billion dollars to obey Donald Trump seems a little steep. After all, CBS got to do it for just 16 million."
@latenightercom.bsky.social #$PSKY
“.. Paying a billion dollars to obey Donald Trump seems a little steep. After all, CBS got to do it for just 16 million."
@latenightercom.bsky.social #$PSKY
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Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges. This leaves in place a federal judge's ruling that the anti-DEI effort violated the First Amendment and federal procedural rules. (Via AP) apnews.com/article/dei-... #ncpol #nced
Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges
The Trump administration is dropping its appeal of a federal court ruling that blocked a campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion threatening federal funding to the nation’s schools and colle...
apnews.com
January 21, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges. This leaves in place a federal judge's ruling that the anti-DEI effort violated the First Amendment and federal procedural rules. (Via AP) apnews.com/article/dei-... #ncpol #nced
I think it's funny that it says it will "allow the app to remain in US app stores."
They've been IGNORING THE LAW for a year.
They've been IGNORING THE LAW for a year.
TiktTok's American operations have been sold to a group of investors, the company announced on Thursday.
The sale will allow the TikTok app to remain in U.S.-based app stores.
The sale will allow the TikTok app to remain in U.S.-based app stores.
Bytedance finalizes agreement to sell U.S. operation of TikTok
January 22, 2026 - The arrangement shifts U.S. data control and operations domestically to address national security concerns.
thedesk.net
January 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM
I think it's funny that it says it will "allow the app to remain in US app stores."
They've been IGNORING THE LAW for a year.
They've been IGNORING THE LAW for a year.
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The exhibits about slavery at the President’s House in Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park have been removed amid pressure from the Trump admin www.inquirer.com/politics/nat...
January 23, 2026 at 1:56 AM
The exhibits about slavery at the President’s House in Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park have been removed amid pressure from the Trump admin www.inquirer.com/politics/nat...
Carney's reaction
January 23, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Carney's reaction
The U.S. is no longer a member of the World Health Organization.
Good @time.com piece on how America's withdrawal from the World Health Organization, at least for now, will affect U.S. and global health. It's not optimal. And it could be very bad. time.com/7357180/us-w...
The U.S. Has Pulled Out of the WHO. Here’s What That Means for Public Health
As the U.S.’s withdrawal from the WHO becomes official, the consequences for the world’s health could be serious.
time.com
January 23, 2026 at 5:14 PM
The U.S. is no longer a member of the World Health Organization.
I cannot stress enough how dangerous this. Also, this is why NOTHING coming out of this White House should be believed. They're telling us they're lying!
"Enforcement of the law will continue. The memes will continue. Thank you for your attention to this matter"
www.cbsnews.com/news/white-h...
"Enforcement of the law will continue. The memes will continue. Thank you for your attention to this matter"
www.cbsnews.com/news/white-h...
White House posts an altered photo of Minnesota protester's arrest to make it look like she was crying
The image, which an expert said was likely altered with AI, sparked backlash online. The White House doubled down, saying, "The memes will continue."
www.cbsnews.com
January 23, 2026 at 5:10 PM
I cannot stress enough how dangerous this. Also, this is why NOTHING coming out of this White House should be believed. They're telling us they're lying!
"Enforcement of the law will continue. The memes will continue. Thank you for your attention to this matter"
www.cbsnews.com/news/white-h...
"Enforcement of the law will continue. The memes will continue. Thank you for your attention to this matter"
www.cbsnews.com/news/white-h...
Two weeks! Just like:
* Tax returns
* Healthcare plan
* Infrastructure plan
* Border plan
* Middle East peace plan
* China trade deal ...
🤡
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
* Tax returns
* Healthcare plan
* Infrastructure plan
* Border plan
* Middle East peace plan
* China trade deal ...
🤡
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
Trump brings back infamous ‘two weeks’ wait claim when pressed about Greenland deal details
Donald Trump says his new deal is ‘much more generous’ to the United States, when pressed on how it is any different to the U.S.’s existing arrangement with the island
www.yahoo.com
January 23, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Two weeks! Just like:
* Tax returns
* Healthcare plan
* Infrastructure plan
* Border plan
* Middle East peace plan
* China trade deal ...
🤡
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
* Tax returns
* Healthcare plan
* Infrastructure plan
* Border plan
* Middle East peace plan
* China trade deal ...
🤡
www.yahoo.com/news/article...
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🚨IMPORTANT: Lineups will now lock at 10:45am PT (weather-related schedule changes)
ALSO: We're going to test a new system that will update the scores without the crowdsourced sheet we've been using.
gymcastic.com/fantasy-news...
#gymnastics #NCAAgym #fantasygymnastics
ALSO: We're going to test a new system that will update the scores without the crowdsourced sheet we've been using.
gymcastic.com/fantasy-news...
#gymnastics #NCAAgym #fantasygymnastics
Fantasy News: 2026 NCAA Season, Week 3
A quick update on what's happening in the GymCastic Fantasy Gymnastics League. Who's on a bye, who you should add to your roster and more.
gymcastic.com
January 23, 2026 at 12:58 AM
🚨IMPORTANT: Lineups will now lock at 10:45am PT (weather-related schedule changes)
ALSO: We're going to test a new system that will update the scores without the crowdsourced sheet we've been using.
gymcastic.com/fantasy-news...
#gymnastics #NCAAgym #fantasygymnastics
ALSO: We're going to test a new system that will update the scores without the crowdsourced sheet we've been using.
gymcastic.com/fantasy-news...
#gymnastics #NCAAgym #fantasygymnastics
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All while republicans falsely accused Jack Smith of taking orders from the president about who to prosecute.
NEW:
Trump just said Jack Smith "should be prosecuted for his actions."
He adds: "At a minimum, he committed large scale perjury!"
Trump just said Jack Smith "should be prosecuted for his actions."
He adds: "At a minimum, he committed large scale perjury!"
January 22, 2026 at 9:40 PM
All while republicans falsely accused Jack Smith of taking orders from the president about who to prosecute.
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1600 Pennsylvania Ave
Vance: If we're trying to find a sex offender, tell us where the guy lives.
January 22, 2026 at 9:58 PM
1600 Pennsylvania Ave
I can't believe a sitting member of Congress isn't embarrassed to say he didn't know who Jack Smith was until very recently.
January 22, 2026 at 8:11 PM
I can't believe a sitting member of Congress isn't embarrassed to say he didn't know who Jack Smith was until very recently.
It's very weird (again shameful and disingenuous) that the Republicans keep attacking Cassidy Hutchinson when she's not part of Jack Smith's indictments.
January 22, 2026 at 7:29 PM
It's very weird (again shameful and disingenuous) that the Republicans keep attacking Cassidy Hutchinson when she's not part of Jack Smith's indictments.
It's so shameful and disingenuous for the Republicans to blame Nancy Pelosi for not deploying the National Guard on 1/6 when it's the President who has the power to do so... as he's argued very recently:
apnews.com/video/trump-...
apnews.com/video/trump-...
Trump says he may now deploy the National Guard to New Orleans to fight crime
President Donald Trump says he could deploy the National Guard to fight crime in New Orleans after previously saying troops might be going into Chicago and Baltimore amid his ongoing federal crackdown...
apnews.com
January 22, 2026 at 7:18 PM
It's so shameful and disingenuous for the Republicans to blame Nancy Pelosi for not deploying the National Guard on 1/6 when it's the President who has the power to do so... as he's argued very recently:
apnews.com/video/trump-...
apnews.com/video/trump-...
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Stop what you’re doing and read this whistleblower report. ICE has been training its agents that they don’t need a judicial warrant to break down your door - a blatant violation of the 4th Amendment. www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...
DHS ICE memo 1-21-26
www.documentcloud.org
January 21, 2026 at 10:58 PM
Stop what you’re doing and read this whistleblower report. ICE has been training its agents that they don’t need a judicial warrant to break down your door - a blatant violation of the 4th Amendment. www.documentcloud.org/documents/26...