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investigative journalist @correctiv.org • Burns Fellow '25 @propublica.org • formerly @zeit.de • Signal: tilleckert.90 🔦

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Ruben Ortiz-Lopez — detained at 26 Federal Plaza in late Sept — has been released from ICE custody after a habeas petition, court watchers say.

He’s the husband of Monica Moreta-Galarza, who was shoved to the ground by an ICE agent.

Backstory: www.propublica.org/article/ice-...

Photo: Carol Guzy
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reichlinmelnick.bsky.social
WHOA. The FBI was/is spying on a Signal chat for a New York immigration court watch group, claiming they were “anarchist violent extremist actors.”

Your reminder that the government is watching and don’t say anything in a big group chat you wouldn’t say on TV.

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
The FBI spied on a Signal group chat of immigration activists, records reveal
Exclusive: Agency accessed private conversations of New York ‘courtwatch’ group that was observing public hearings
www.theguardian.com
November 21, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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adamjst.bsky.social
After more than two months with no updates, ICE has finally released new detention statistics.

ICE reports a total of 65,135 detainees as of Nov. 16, 2025.

www.ice.gov/detain/deten...
Detention Management
www.ice.gov
November 21, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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zeit.de
Die AfD will in der Messe Giessen ihre Parteijugend neu gründen. Der Betreiber steht deshalb in der Kritik. Seine Geschäfte mit der rechten Szene aber reichen weiter.
AfD-Jugend in Gießen: Wer ist der Firmenchef, der die AfD-Jugend beherbergt?  
Die AfD will in der Messe Giessen ihre Parteijugend neu gründen. Der Betreiber steht deshalb in der Kritik. Seine Geschäfte mit der rechten Szene aber reichen weiter.
www.zeit.de
November 21, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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robertscotthorton.bsky.social
Wirecard fugitive and Russian intel asset Jan Marsalek and a ring of Bulgarian spies he operated in the UK have been linked to a multibillion-dollar money laundering scheme that connects street-level drug dealers with sanctioned Russian oligarchs. Two money laundering networks known as Smart & TGR
Ex-Wirecard boss Jan Marsalek linked to multibillion-dollar laundering network
Link is latest revelation in a years-long probe into Smart and TGR, which move money for criminals and sanctioned individuals
www.ft.com
November 21, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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fridathurm.bsky.social
NEU: Die deutsche und europäische Rolle für #Russland s Aufrüstung ist deutlich größer als bisher bekannt. Das zeigt unsere Analyse von fast 1 Mio Zolldaten: correctiv.org/aktuelles/ru... @correctiv.org @lilithgrull.bsky.social Dylan Carter #Ukraine
Trotz Sanktionen: Europas Maschinen für Putins Krieg
CORRECTIV-Recherche zeigt: Deutsche und europäische Firmen lieferten zehntausende potentielle Dual-Use-Güter nach Russland.
correctiv.org
November 19, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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mccrum.bsky.social
Today’s must read FT investigation exposes new clandestine ties between Russian and Iran’s nuclear programmes

From @miles-johnson.bsky.social and @maxseddon.bsky.social
Iranian nuclear experts held second covert meeting with Russian weapons institute
[FREE TO READ] US claims meeting is part of an effort by Tehran to acquire sensitive military technologies from Moscow
on.ft.com
November 19, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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atrupar.com
Homan: "I plan on being in New York City in the near future. We're gonna do operations in New York City. Me and Mayor Adams at one point had an agreement to let ICE in to Rikers ... we are increasing the enforcement presence in New York City."
November 18, 2025 at 3:19 PM
tilleckert.com
In Germany, the president of the Bundestag systematically shares right-wing positions on social media, an analysis by @correctiv.org shows. Julia Klöckner is a CDU politician.

By @annikajoeres.bsky.social, @sebastianhaupt.bsky.social, Isabel Knippel & Stella Hesch

correctiv.org/aktuelles/po...
Klöckner klickt rechts
Analyse zu Julia Klöckner: Eine datenbasierte Recherche zu ihren Social-Media-Posts, politischen Signalen und ihrer Rolle in der CDU.
correctiv.org
November 19, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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annikajoeres.bsky.social
Das Krawallmedium Nius, das rechte Portal "Apollo-News" und Posts von Personen, die Grüne als "Sekte" beschreiben.
Ganz schön heftig, was Bundestagspräsidentin Julia Klöckner auf Social Media weiterverbreitet.
Lest unsere Analyse - mit einigen Überraschungen 🔥
⬇️
correctiv.org/aktuelles/po...
Klöckner klickt rechts
Analyse zu Julia Klöckner: Eine datenbasierte Recherche zu ihren Social-Media-Posts, politischen Signalen und ihrer Rolle in CDU.
correctiv.org
November 18, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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davidgilbert.bsky.social
"Europe faces an existential choice: build genuine technological sovereignty now, or accept governance by platforms whose architects view democracy as an obsolete operating system."

authoritarian-stack.info
The Authoritarian Stack
How Tech Billionaires Are Building a Post-Democratic America — And Why Europe Is Next
authoritarian-stack.info
November 17, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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alexejhock.bsky.social
German equipment shipped to Russia for Uralkali through Uzbekistan at least 14 times in two years, Correctiv investigation finds theins.press/en/news/286818
German equipment shipped to Russia for Uralkali through Uzbekistan at least 14 times in two years, Correctiv investigation finds
German equipment destined for the Russian company Uralkali, one of the world's largest fertilizer producers, was imported into Russia via Uzbekistan, according to an investigation by the independent G...
theins.press
November 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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propublica.org
NEW: Authorities said Tren de Aragua “terrorists” had taken over the building. A ProPublica investigation found little evidence to back up the government’s claims.

For the first time, the Venezuelans arrested in a Chicago raid are telling their stories.
“I Lost Everything”: Venezuelans Were Rounded Up in a Dramatic Midnight Raid but Never Charged With a Crime
Authorities said Tren de Aragua “terrorists” had taken over the building. A ProPublica investigation found little evidence to back up the government’s claims. For the first time, the Venezuelans arrested in a Chicago raid are telling their stories.
www.propublica.org
November 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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martinboehmer.bsky.social
Die #Bundeswehr rüstet auf - für viele Milliarden. Auch Kamikaze-Drohnen stehen auf der „Wunschliste“. Wir haben herausgefunden, dass auch beim israelischen Konzern Elbit Systems einkauft werden soll. Mit @tilleckert.com, @alexejhock.bsky.social und Stella Hesch.

correctiv.org/aktuelles/si...
Bundeswehr will Kamikaze-Drohnen von israelischem Rüstungskonzern beschaffen
Nach CORRECTIV-Informationen erwägt die Bundeswehr, bei Elbit Systems einzukaufen.
correctiv.org
November 8, 2025 at 11:45 AM
tilleckert.com
Das Video einer Frau, die im Gericht von einem ICE-Beamten auf den Boden geworfen wurde, schreckte viele in den USA auf.

Doch die Geschichte war da nicht vorbei.

Ich habe sie für @correctiv.org aufgeschrieben:
correctiv.org/aktuelles/in...
So arbeitet Trumps Abschiebemaschine
Wer dieses Einwanderungsgericht am 26 Federal Plaza in New York betritt, kann nicht wissen, ob er als freier Mensch wieder herauskommt.
correctiv.org
November 8, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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antennedowideit.bsky.social
Donald Trump greift den US-Rechtsstaat an. Nirgends zeigt sich das deutlicher als in den Gängen eines Gerichts in New York:

Die Regierung lässt Einwanderer nach routinemäßigen Terminen verhaften – und entlässt Richter, die nicht spuren. Unser Reporter @tilleckert.com war vor Ort. @correctiv.org
So arbeitet Trumps Abschiebemaschine
Wer dieses Einwanderungsgericht am 26 Federal Plaza in New York betritt, kann nicht wissen, ob er als freier Mensch wieder herauskommt.
correctiv.org
November 7, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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luisferre7.bsky.social
NEW: New York has been quietly preparing for a potential Trump deployment of troops & agents to NYC.

Hochul, business, activists mobilized - meeting, discussing lawsuits, talking to LA/Chicago.

+ New details on Canal Street raid.

W/ @danarubinsteinbsky.bsky.social:
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/07/n...
New York Prepares for a Potential Trump Immigration Crackdown
www.nytimes.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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robwdavis.bsky.social
NEW: We reviewed 700+ videos, hours of footage from ICE protesters and counterprotesters in Portland.

In 2 months before Trump said he was sending the National Guard, federal officers fire on, grab, pepper-spray or tear gas people 20 times -- without charging anyone. "Gratuitous," one expert said.
What Really Happened in Portland Before Trump Deployed the National Guard
In the two months before Trump’s decision, criminal charges were announced against only three people. On nights when physical conflict did erupt, it often came from police firing on, shoving, pepper-s...
www.propublica.org
November 5, 2025 at 5:29 PM
tilleckert.com
Ruben Ortiz-Lopez — detained at 26 Federal Plaza in late Sept — has been released from ICE custody after a habeas petition, court watchers say.

He’s the husband of Monica Moreta-Galarza, who was shoved to the ground by an ICE agent.

Backstory: www.propublica.org/article/ice-...

Photo: Carol Guzy
November 3, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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nbcnews.com
A local news report said immigration agents were seen wearing Halloween masks in L.A.
When asked about the report, a DHS spokeswoman said, “Happy Halloween!”
'Happy Halloween!': DHS spokeswoman responds to report of immigration agents wearing horror masks in L.A.
The story by a local news site featured images posted to social media showing what the outlet says were agents in unmarked cars donning Chucky and Momo masks.
nbcnews.to
October 31, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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propublica.org
Journalism tip: If someone says drop the story, that’s a sign to keep reporting.

Back reporters who won’t flinch. Support our independent journalism ➜ propub.li/43MugoG
Article excerpt: When ProPublica emailed questions to Newby’s daughter, the North Carolina Republican Party’s communications director, Matt Mercer, responded, writing that ProPublica was waging a “jihad” against “NC Republicans,” which would “not be met with dignifying any comments whatsoever.” “I’m sure you’re aware of our connections with the Trump Administration and I’m sure they would be interested in this matter,” Mercer said in his email. “I would strongly suggest dropping this story.”
October 30, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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bloomberg.com
The federal government has deputized local police to hunt illegal immigrants
Trump Enlists an Army of Local Cops to Deport Millions
Almost 16,000 officers have joined the program, but some agencies have been more enthusiastic than others
bloom.bg
October 28, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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jhillje.bsky.social
Für die Trump-Regierung ist die #AfD ein Werkzeug, um in Europa gegen die Regulierung von US-Techkonzernen vorzugehen. Sie schmeichelt ihr mit Einladungen ins Weiße Haus, worüber sich die AfD profilieren kann.

Darüber habe ich mit der @washingtonpost.com gesprochen:
October 27, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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paleofuture.bsky.social
DHS posted a disturbing video today featuring a song that’s popular with Nazi creators
DHS Posts Video Featuring Song Popular With Nazi Creators
The agency denied making
gizmodo.com
October 24, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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leoniegeorg.bsky.social
Menschen mit kognitiver Behinderung sind nicht nur häufiger sexueller Gewalt ausgesetzt – ihre Chance auf ein gerechtes Strafverfahren ist auch geringer.

Meine Recherche für @correctiv.org zeigt: Sie werden oft wegen ihrer Behinderung als nicht glaubwürdig eingestuft.

correctiv.org/barrierefrei...
Diskriminierung von Menschen mit Behinderung im Justizsystem
Kaum Urteile, selten Anklagen: Menschen mit kognitiver Behinderung haben geringere Chancen auf ein gerechtes Strafverfahren in Deutschland.
correctiv.org
October 23, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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rbreich.bsky.social
ICE now has a budget bigger than most militaries around the world and has increased spending on weapons.

It's also engaging in a race to recruit 10,000 new agents who will eventually be out in American streets.

Some will be vetted, but how many unqualified recruits will fall through the cracks?
October 23, 2025 at 5:01 PM