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Journalist Julie Brown, an expert on the Epstein scandal, answers a question you may have about why Biden didn't release the Epstein files.
November 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Journalist Julie Brown, an expert on the Epstein scandal, answers a question you may have about why Biden didn't release the Epstein files.
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This little man is out of control.
I feel like I’m saying that all the time.
I feel like I’m saying that all the time.
Bovino: "Whether they were criminals or individuals that were taking jobs from Americans -- you name it, that's what they were doing. And I'll tell you what's gonna happen. We're gonna go even harder on the streets. If he releases those 650, we're gonna apprehend 1,650 on the streets of Chicago."
November 13, 2025 at 8:42 PM
This little man is out of control.
I feel like I’m saying that all the time.
I feel like I’m saying that all the time.
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“This should be a nuclear bomb, it shouldn’t be a Wednesday.” - @sarahlongwell25.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
“This should be a nuclear bomb, it shouldn’t be a Wednesday.” - @sarahlongwell25.bsky.social
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Today, the BBC bent the knee.
Yesterday, it came out that a NYT reporter had with emails from Jeffrey Epstein in 2015 that were highly damaging to Trump and were never disclosed to the public.
This is on top of WaPo, ABC, CBS all capitulating.
Support pro-democracy media. hubs.ly/Q03CbHTt0
Yesterday, it came out that a NYT reporter had with emails from Jeffrey Epstein in 2015 that were highly damaging to Trump and were never disclosed to the public.
This is on top of WaPo, ABC, CBS all capitulating.
Support pro-democracy media. hubs.ly/Q03CbHTt0
November 13, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Today, the BBC bent the knee.
Yesterday, it came out that a NYT reporter had with emails from Jeffrey Epstein in 2015 that were highly damaging to Trump and were never disclosed to the public.
This is on top of WaPo, ABC, CBS all capitulating.
Support pro-democracy media. hubs.ly/Q03CbHTt0
Yesterday, it came out that a NYT reporter had with emails from Jeffrey Epstein in 2015 that were highly damaging to Trump and were never disclosed to the public.
This is on top of WaPo, ABC, CBS all capitulating.
Support pro-democracy media. hubs.ly/Q03CbHTt0
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Just left Comey/James hearing on Halligan’s appointment. Judge Currie skeptical. Said AG Bondi could not have ratified what H did after reviewing grand jury minutes because Bondi didn’t even possess complete record at time. Ruling by Thanksgiving.
November 13, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Just left Comey/James hearing on Halligan’s appointment. Judge Currie skeptical. Said AG Bondi could not have ratified what H did after reviewing grand jury minutes because Bondi didn’t even possess complete record at time. Ruling by Thanksgiving.
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NEW: @propublica.org investigated the Chicago apartment raid where kids were zip-tied and citizens detained for hours. They find:
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
November 13, 2025 at 2:08 PM
NEW: @propublica.org investigated the Chicago apartment raid where kids were zip-tied and citizens detained for hours. They find:
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
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Here’s a gift link (no paywall) to the article, “Catholic bishops condemn ‘indiscriminate mass deportation’ in rare statement”:
wapo.st/448fDw6
wapo.st/448fDw6
November 13, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Here’s a gift link (no paywall) to the article, “Catholic bishops condemn ‘indiscriminate mass deportation’ in rare statement”:
wapo.st/448fDw6
wapo.st/448fDw6
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ALERT: Federal judge says she’ll rule “before Thanksgiving” on whether to dismiss James Comey and Letitia James criminal cases
After 80 minutes, arguments are complete. Hearing is wrapped
After 80 minutes, arguments are complete. Hearing is wrapped
November 13, 2025 at 4:18 PM
ALERT: Federal judge says she’ll rule “before Thanksgiving” on whether to dismiss James Comey and Letitia James criminal cases
After 80 minutes, arguments are complete. Hearing is wrapped
After 80 minutes, arguments are complete. Hearing is wrapped
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"Those veterans also remind me that the question of who we are as Americans will never be settled. It is chosen—again and again, including by those willing to serve, either in or out of uniform." www.thebulwark.com/p/who-we-cho...
Who We Choose to Be: A Reflection on the Character of Veterans
A shared culture of service.
www.thebulwark.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:00 AM
"Those veterans also remind me that the question of who we are as Americans will never be settled. It is chosen—again and again, including by those willing to serve, either in or out of uniform." www.thebulwark.com/p/who-we-cho...
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BREAKING: Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of Pres. JFK, just announced that he'll run in the crowded Democratic primary to replace retiring Congressman Nadler in NY's 12th Congressional District.
Schlossberg, 32, is best known as a social-media political commentator weighing in on national issues.
Schlossberg, 32, is best known as a social-media political commentator weighing in on national issues.
November 12, 2025 at 4:24 AM
BREAKING: Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of Pres. JFK, just announced that he'll run in the crowded Democratic primary to replace retiring Congressman Nadler in NY's 12th Congressional District.
Schlossberg, 32, is best known as a social-media political commentator weighing in on national issues.
Schlossberg, 32, is best known as a social-media political commentator weighing in on national issues.
A MAGA Senator Promised Hope for a Dying Ohio Mill. Then Reality Set In.
www.nytimes.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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One of many costs to US murder (sorry, no better word for it) in Caribbean:
"United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes the attacks are illegal."
"United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes the attacks are illegal."
Exclusive: UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over boat strike concerns in major break | CNN Politics
The United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes ...
edition.cnn.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
One of many costs to US murder (sorry, no better word for it) in Caribbean:
"United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes the attacks are illegal."
"United Kingdom is no longer sharing intelligence with the US about suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean because it does not want to be complicit in US military strikes and believes the attacks are illegal."
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🚨BREAKING: In a sweeping victory for voters, a Utah court struck down the GOP-controlled legislature’s congressional gerrymander and a companion law designed to entrench partisan power — restoring a fair map for the 2026 elections. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Utah Judge Strikes Down GOP Gerrymander, Restores Voter-Approved Fair Map
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:43 PM
🚨BREAKING: In a sweeping victory for voters, a Utah court struck down the GOP-controlled legislature’s congressional gerrymander and a companion law designed to entrench partisan power — restoring a fair map for the 2026 elections. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Relatedly, in case you missed it: My colleague @rparloff.bsky.social wrote an excellent play-by-play of last Wednesday’s hearing in the Comey case.
You won’t find coverage this detailed in any other media outlet.
Read here: www.lawfaremedia.org/article/tria...
You won’t find coverage this detailed in any other media outlet.
Read here: www.lawfaremedia.org/article/tria...
November 10, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Relatedly, in case you missed it: My colleague @rparloff.bsky.social wrote an excellent play-by-play of last Wednesday’s hearing in the Comey case.
You won’t find coverage this detailed in any other media outlet.
Read here: www.lawfaremedia.org/article/tria...
You won’t find coverage this detailed in any other media outlet.
Read here: www.lawfaremedia.org/article/tria...
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This hidden provision is so crooked and selfish, it doesn't even apply to US Representatives. Just US Senators.
Look at this new outrage. To open govt, we're retroactively letting 8 Senators sue for $500K each over having had their J6 phone toll records looked at. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u...
Spending Bill Would Pave Way for Senators to Sue Over Phone Searches
www.nytimes.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:43 AM
This hidden provision is so crooked and selfish, it doesn't even apply to US Representatives. Just US Senators.
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Look at this new outrage. To open govt, we're retroactively letting 8 Senators sue for $500K each over having had their J6 phone toll records looked at. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u...
Spending Bill Would Pave Way for Senators to Sue Over Phone Searches
www.nytimes.com
November 10, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Look at this new outrage. To open govt, we're retroactively letting 8 Senators sue for $500K each over having had their J6 phone toll records looked at. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u...
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NEW: Jeffries is talking about a discharge petition in the House for the ACA subsidies.
November 10, 2025 at 8:31 PM
NEW: Jeffries is talking about a discharge petition in the House for the ACA subsidies.
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Schumer allows a provision to go into the supposedly “clean” CR to allow people like Ted Cruz to file lawsuits for money over Jack Smith’s J6 investigation. Amazing Dem leadership in the senate. Thanks Chuck!
November 11, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Schumer allows a provision to go into the supposedly “clean” CR to allow people like Ted Cruz to file lawsuits for money over Jack Smith’s J6 investigation. Amazing Dem leadership in the senate. Thanks Chuck!
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🚨BREAKING: In a win for Wisconsin voters, a state judge vacated a ruling that would have forced election officials to conduct mass citizenship checks — a move voting rights advocates warned could have wrongly purged some citizens from the rolls. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
In a Win for Voters, Wisconsin Judge Withdraws Anti-Voting Order on Proof of Citizenship
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:52 PM
🚨BREAKING: In a win for Wisconsin voters, a state judge vacated a ruling that would have forced election officials to conduct mass citizenship checks — a move voting rights advocates warned could have wrongly purged some citizens from the rolls. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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🚨BREAKING: On behalf of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee my law firm has filed to intervene to defend the new California congressional map from attack. www.democracydocket.com/cases/califo...
🚨 Tangipa et al v. Newsom et al
Learn more here.
www.democracydocket.com
November 10, 2025 at 11:04 PM
🚨BREAKING: On behalf of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee my law firm has filed to intervene to defend the new California congressional map from attack. www.democracydocket.com/cases/califo...
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#BREAKING: Over no public dissents, #SCOTUS denies Kim Davis's petition asking the justices to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges (which recognized federal constitutional protections for same-sex marriage):
www.supremecourt.gov/orders/court...
www.supremecourt.gov/orders/court...
www.supremecourt.gov
November 10, 2025 at 2:31 PM
#BREAKING: Over no public dissents, #SCOTUS denies Kim Davis's petition asking the justices to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges (which recognized federal constitutional protections for same-sex marriage):
www.supremecourt.gov/orders/court...
www.supremecourt.gov/orders/court...
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From SNAP to tariffs to passports to the fate of Obergefell to the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois to the Justice Department's "war" on the lower federal courts, there are ... just a few things going on.
Today's "One First" tries to catch folks up on the most important developments:
Today's "One First" tries to catch folks up on the most important developments:
191. Taking Stock After a Wild Week
It's getting increasingly difficult to keep tabs on even the Supreme Court-related (and Court-adjacent) news. Today's issue looks at where things stand (and what to expect next) across six key topics.
www.stevevladeck.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:57 PM
From SNAP to tariffs to passports to the fate of Obergefell to the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois to the Justice Department's "war" on the lower federal courts, there are ... just a few things going on.
Today's "One First" tries to catch folks up on the most important developments:
Today's "One First" tries to catch folks up on the most important developments:
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The Senate’s deal does nothing to protect Americans’ health care. Instead of lowering costs or expanding access, it leaves families paying the price.
House Democrats will keep fighting for affordable, quality care for everyone. I’ll stand my ground and vote NO.
House Democrats will keep fighting for affordable, quality care for everyone. I’ll stand my ground and vote NO.
Senate votes to step toward government funding plan
abcnews.go.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:24 PM
The Senate’s deal does nothing to protect Americans’ health care. Instead of lowering costs or expanding access, it leaves families paying the price.
House Democrats will keep fighting for affordable, quality care for everyone. I’ll stand my ground and vote NO.
House Democrats will keep fighting for affordable, quality care for everyone. I’ll stand my ground and vote NO.
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Supreme Court rejects a bid to overturn its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago. @amarimow.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u...
Supreme Court Denies Request to Revisit Same-Sex Marriage Decision
www.nytimes.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Supreme Court rejects a bid to overturn its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago. @amarimow.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/u...
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Narrator: They gave away any leverage they had to lower healthcare costs.
November 10, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Narrator: They gave away any leverage they had to lower healthcare costs.