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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 14h

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More Than the East Wing Got Demolished This Week

Summarily smashing part of the White House without telling people threatens the fundamental idea of the republic.

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White Rose Resistance @whiteroseresistance.org · 2d

the Reagan speech on tariffs used in the Canadian commercial, that POSOTUS and The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute are claiming was edited - implying Reagan's meaning was distorted

It was edited for length but in this speech, as in other of his talks, Reagan was anti tariff

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 19h

News Analysis: It has been over a month since there has been a policy debate or vote on the House floor. Speaker Mike Johnson’s decision to hold the House in an indefinite hiatus during the government shutdown is his latest move to diminish the role of the legislative branch — and his own post.

Keeping the House Absent, Johnson Marginalizes Congress and Himself

The speaker’s decision to hold the House in an indefinite hiatus during the shutdown is his latest move to diminish the role of the legislative branch — and his own post.

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 1d

Right after the successful “No Kings Protest”, Ezra Levin, Co-Exec Dir. of “Indivisible” said something on a T.V. network show that I so appreciated: ‘“DON’T LET TRUMP STEAL YOUR JOY.” Trump & his ilk will always find people to hate, people to blame. They will never be truly happy. Pls stay well.

Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 1d

4. 5) A witness should have the right to receive a transcript of his/her grand jury testimony 6)The grand jury shall not name a person as an unindicted co conspirator in an indictment.7)Subjects or targets called before the grand jury who do not have immunity shall be given a Miranda warning.

Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 1d

3. 2)A prosecutor shall not knowingly fail to disclose to the grand jury info that exculpates the defendant 3)Prosecutor shall not present constitutionally inadmissible evidence to the grand jury.4) The target of a grand jury inquiry shall be given the opportunity to testify before a grand jury.

Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 1d

2. Improving the Grand Jury Process: The Nat'l Assoc of Criminal Def Lawyers & the Comm to reform the Fed. Grand Jury, proposes the following reforms that hopefully might make the Grand Jury process more just: 1) A grand jury witness who does not have immunity shall be accompanied by his lawyer.

Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 1d

law.stanford.edu/2025/10/23/l.... 1. REVENGE OF THE HAM SANDWICH. In 1985,the chief justice of NY's Sup C said, “Any good prosecutor can get a grand jury to indict a ham sandwich.” Now, it's much worse. Trump does not expect convictions; he just wants his victims to suffer. Next: proposed reforms.

Law, Politics, and the Power to Prosecute | Stanford Law School

Pamela Karlan and Robert Weisberg unpack recent federal indictments, and what they reveal about the rule of law in a politicized justice system When p

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 2d

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Trump Says All Trade Talks With Canada Are Terminated

US President Donald Trump said he would immediately halt all trade negotiations with Canada, citing a Canadian advertisement against his signature tariffs plan featuring the voice of former President ...

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steve3797.bsky.social @steve3797.bsky.social · 3d

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 2d

WHAT REALLY BUGS ME.If the U.S. even wanted to entertain a concept called "competitive authoritarianism" (which it doesn't), why would you pick a truly stupid, amoral, malignant narcissist like Trump who is easily manipulated,never reads, has no curiosity, & lies ALL the time?Start w/ a SANE PERSON!

Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 2d

US ‘on a trajectory’ toward authoritarian rule, ex-officials warn www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025.... 'The U.S is “on a trajectory” toward authoritarian rule, according to a new intelligence-style assessment by former US intelligence and nat'l security officials.' VOTE THE REPUBLICAN ENABLERS OUT!

US ‘on a trajectory’ toward authoritarian rule, ex-officials warn

A network of former intelligence and security officers says democratic decline is accelerating under Trump’s rule

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Chris Murphy @chrismurphyct.bsky.social · 3d

A new poll shows Americans blame Trump and Republicans over Democrats for the shutdown 53%-37%. (Independents blame Trump by a nearly 3-to-1 margin, 58%-21%.).

People aren’t dumb.

Trump's approval rating on the economy takes hit because of shutdown, inflation, CNBC survey finds

Americans' views on the economy turned more negative in the third quarter with deepening concerns about jobs, inflation and the outlook.

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 2d

Ex-special counsel Jack Smith asks to testify publicly before Congress, his lawyers say - CBS News share.google/yMaj4NYANaFF.... The Republican (Authoritarian) party is afraid of what he might disclose & will try to stop him. They aren't interested in the rule of law. Trump must be stopped.

Ex-special counsel Jack Smith asks to testify publicly before Congress, his lawyers say

Lawyers for former special counsel Jack Smith said he is asking to testify in open hearings before the House and Senate Judiciary Committees.

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Senator Jeff Merkley @merkley.senate.gov · 3d

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Trump is trying to tighten his authoritarian grip. We have to say HELL NO!!

YouTube video by Senator Jeff Merkley

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 3d

www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti.... Amer. are losing their jobs, facing inflation from tariffs & this demented, corrupt Pres. files a pers.adm. claim for $230M?!. He's also building a WH ballroom for $300M! He's not worried about neg. press b/c he intends to call an emergency to control the midterms.

Trump Demanding Money From the DOJ Is a Bid to Rewrite History

President Donald Trump’s effort to rewrite history continues, and the latest installment could cost taxpayers as much as $230 million.

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 3d

How do we preempt this? My husband and I go to all of the protests and all of our town halls. We keep warning our Senators & Representatives that Trump will try to control the mid terms. Everyone needs to be outraged by this. Thank you & your staff for all that you do. We will continue to donate!

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 3d

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/u.... I ran out of gift articles but Trump will try to declare an emergency & try to take control of the mid terms. Excerpt: New HS,'Ms. Honey suggested that the new adm. could declare a “national emergency” & justify dictating new rules to state and local governments.'

Trump Empowers Election Deniers, Still Fixated on 2020 Grievances

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 3d

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/u.... I ran out of gift articles but Trump will try to declare an emergency & try to take control of the mid terms.Excerpt: New HS,'Ms. Honey suggested that the new adm. could declare a “national emergency” & justify dictating new rules to state and local governments.

Trump Empowers Election Deniers, Still Fixated on 2020 Grievances

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 3d

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/u.... I ran out of gift articles but Trump will try to declare an emergency & try to take control of the mid terms. Excerpt: New HS,'Ms. Honey suggested that the new adm. could declare a “national emergency” & justify dictating new rules to state and local governments.'

Trump Empowers Election Deniers, Still Fixated on 2020 Grievances

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 3d

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/u.... I ran out of gift articles but Trump will try to declare an emergency & try to take control of the mid terms. Excerpt: New HS,'Ms. Honey suggested that the new adm. could declare a “national emergency” & justify dictating new rules to state and local governments.'

Trump Empowers Election Deniers, Still Fixated on 2020 Grievances

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 3d

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/u.... I ran out of gift articles but Trump will try to declare an emergency & try to take control of the mid terms. Excerpt: New HS,'Ms. Honey suggested that the new adm. could declare a “national emergency” & justify dictating new rules to state and local governments.'

Trump Empowers Election Deniers, Still Fixated on 2020 Grievances

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 4d

Agree!!! See today's NYT article: www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/u.... I ran out of gift articles but this is an excerpt: New HS employee: 'Ms. Honey suggested that the new adm. could declare a “national emergency” & justify dictating new rules to state and local governments.' How do we stop Trump?

Trump Empowers Election Deniers, Still Fixated on 2020 Grievances

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Steph @stephinformed.bsky.social · 4d

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/u.... I ran out of gift articles but Trump will try to declare an emergency & try to take control of the mid terms. Excerpt: New HS,'Ms. Honey suggested that the new adm. could declare a “national emergency” & justify dictating new rules to state and local governments.'

Trump Empowers Election Deniers, Still Fixated on 2020 Grievances

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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 4d

NEW EPISODE: Donald Trump is laying the groundwork to undermine the 2026 elections — filling his administration with election deniers, weaponizing the Justice Department, and attacking the rule of law. Trump’s allies are preparing to control every part of the election process.

Trump’s New Power Grab: Election Deniers Take Over the White House

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