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Because the anti-vax Secretary of Harm got his job to promote uncontrolled pandemics that concentrate record capital for oligarchs.
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We are now facing the largest measles outbreak since the disease was eliminated from the United States over a quarter-century ago.
The science is clear: vaccines are the best way to protect against measles. The NIH Director admits it. Why won’t RFK, Jr.?
The science is clear: vaccines are the best way to protect against measles. The NIH Director admits it. Why won’t RFK, Jr.?
February 3, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Because the anti-vax Secretary of Harm got his job to promote uncontrolled pandemics that concentrate record capital for oligarchs.
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Rep. Carlos Gimenez on Trump's lies about the 2020 election: "You may say 100 times that it's 'false claims,' but there are a number of people in this country that don't believe that, okay? They believe that something happened."
February 3, 2026 at 9:24 PM
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It's the kind of fraud that we don't even have a name for yet, but history will use to mock us forever (best-case scenario).
The stated rationale behind the SpaceX-xAI deal is that the companies will work together to launch a fleet of data centres into space. It sounds like the stuff of science fiction, and for a while may remain just that econ.st/4roBJDL
Elon Musk’s mega-merger makes little business sense
The AI economy’s dealmaking keeps getting wilder
econ.st
February 3, 2026 at 9:07 PM
It's the kind of fraud that we don't even have a name for yet, but history will use to mock us forever (best-case scenario).
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Apparently morale at DOJ is so low that line attorneys are asking to be held in contempt so they can get some sleep yikes
February 3, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Apparently morale at DOJ is so low that line attorneys are asking to be held in contempt so they can get some sleep yikes
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Listen, you libs do not understand strategic thinking. Sometimes I'm opposed to the secret global cabal of ravenous pedophiles. And sometimes the secret global cabal of ravenous pedophiles is going to get it right.
February 3, 2026 at 9:19 PM
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National voter ID is 80 or 90 percent of how they plan to suppress voting for their minority control.
The other 10% will be violent intimidation.
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The other 10% will be violent intimidation.
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Mike Johnson lies that voter ID "is an 80 or 90 percent issue on the polling nationwide"
February 3, 2026 at 8:25 PM
National voter ID is 80 or 90 percent of how they plan to suppress voting for their minority control.
The other 10% will be violent intimidation.
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The other 10% will be violent intimidation.
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UPDATE!!! The Tribune Editorial Board endorsed the AlPAC candidate in my race partially because she left the IL progressive caucus because she supports unconditional military aid to Israel.
In their eyes, it’s “a principled position for a principled Democrat.”
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/03/e...
In their eyes, it’s “a principled position for a principled Democrat.”
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/03/e...
February 3, 2026 at 7:25 PM
UPDATE!!! The Tribune Editorial Board endorsed the AlPAC candidate in my race partially because she left the IL progressive caucus because she supports unconditional military aid to Israel.
In their eyes, it’s “a principled position for a principled Democrat.”
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/03/e...
In their eyes, it’s “a principled position for a principled Democrat.”
www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/03/e...
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Yup; Lewandowski runs DHS for Noem, it’s widely known.
"The email also revealed a rather bizarre chain of command, with Bovino saying he reported to Noem’s aide, Corey Lewandowski..."
www.thedailybeast.com/leaked-email...
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Leaked Email Reveals Border Patrol Goon’s Jaw-Dropping Complaint About Tactics
Gregory Bovino urged leadership to allow him to do immigration enforcement his way.
www.thedailybeast.com
February 3, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Yup; Lewandowski runs DHS for Noem, it’s widely known.
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In an effort to cut costs and boost efficiency, Trump's Education Department spent an estimated $28 to $38 million last year on layoffs at its Office of Civil Rights.
Roughly half of its civil rights employees were fired. Almost all the complaints were thrown out.
Roughly half of its civil rights employees were fired. Almost all the complaints were thrown out.
Report: Education Department's "efficiency" layoffs cost at least $28 million
Roughly half its civil rights employees were fired. Almost all complaints were thrown out.
www.motherjones.com
February 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
In an effort to cut costs and boost efficiency, Trump's Education Department spent an estimated $28 to $38 million last year on layoffs at its Office of Civil Rights.
Roughly half of its civil rights employees were fired. Almost all the complaints were thrown out.
Roughly half of its civil rights employees were fired. Almost all the complaints were thrown out.
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This was a remarkably crazy response by Mike Johnson's standards. He's going full "stop the steal" and clearly would line up behind any effort Trump makes to rig the midterms and 2028 elections
Mike Johnson on Trump calling for Rs to "nationalize" elections: "We had 3 Republicans who were ahead on election day in last cycle & every time a new tranche of ballots came in they just magically whittled away until their leads were lost. It looks on its face to be fraudulent. Can I prove it? No"
February 3, 2026 at 7:39 PM
This was a remarkably crazy response by Mike Johnson's standards. He's going full "stop the steal" and clearly would line up behind any effort Trump makes to rig the midterms and 2028 elections
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February 3, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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Or there’s something about the kind of person who succeeds wildly, makes $20, $50, $100 million, and still is desperate to make much more.
You can look at the Epstein files and conclude that only bad people have billions of dollars, but I think it’s also possible that having billions of dollars cauterizes your humanity
February 3, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Or there’s something about the kind of person who succeeds wildly, makes $20, $50, $100 million, and still is desperate to make much more.
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EXCLUSIVE: Out-of-state police searched data collected by Connecticut license-plate cameras thousands of times on behalf of federal immigration officials, records show.
My latest w/ @ellanapack.bsky.social, @alexputterman.bsky.social and Eric Bedner. www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/... #nutmegsky
My latest w/ @ellanapack.bsky.social, @alexputterman.bsky.social and Eric Bedner. www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/... #nutmegsky
Out-of-state police are using Connecticut license plate camera data for immigration enforcement
A full record of which police departments are using the equipment is not kept by state officials.
www.ctinsider.com
February 3, 2026 at 6:27 PM
EXCLUSIVE: Out-of-state police searched data collected by Connecticut license-plate cameras thousands of times on behalf of federal immigration officials, records show.
My latest w/ @ellanapack.bsky.social, @alexputterman.bsky.social and Eric Bedner. www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/... #nutmegsky
My latest w/ @ellanapack.bsky.social, @alexputterman.bsky.social and Eric Bedner. www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/... #nutmegsky
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BREAKING: We’re suing to stop Trump’s corrupt & illegal “Gold Card” scheme
@democracydefendersfund.org joins @aaup.org & workers to block a pay-to-play visa that flouts the law
This is about the rule of law—the president can't auction U.S. visas to the highest bidder
@nytimes.com 👇 -TN
@democracydefendersfund.org joins @aaup.org & workers to block a pay-to-play visa that flouts the law
This is about the rule of law—the president can't auction U.S. visas to the highest bidder
@nytimes.com 👇 -TN
Lawsuit Argues Trump Gold Card Visa Program Prioritizes Wealth Over Ability
www.nytimes.com
February 3, 2026 at 7:21 PM
BREAKING: We’re suing to stop Trump’s corrupt & illegal “Gold Card” scheme
@democracydefendersfund.org joins @aaup.org & workers to block a pay-to-play visa that flouts the law
This is about the rule of law—the president can't auction U.S. visas to the highest bidder
@nytimes.com 👇 -TN
@democracydefendersfund.org joins @aaup.org & workers to block a pay-to-play visa that flouts the law
This is about the rule of law—the president can't auction U.S. visas to the highest bidder
@nytimes.com 👇 -TN
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Also, it should be known as the 'SAVE Our Minority Control Act' to restrict voting to only those Republicans trust will vote for them.
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Q: Do you agree with Trump saying we should 'nationalize' elections?
THUNE: I think the president has clarified what he meant by that, and that is that he supports the SAVE Act
(That is not what he meant)
THUNE: I think the president has clarified what he meant by that, and that is that he supports the SAVE Act
(That is not what he meant)
February 3, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Also, it should be known as the 'SAVE Our Minority Control Act' to restrict voting to only those Republicans trust will vote for them.
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What utter assholes. "At least 12 companies received letters from the agency stating that the gender-affirming compression garments are medical devices and require compliance with strict federal regulations." rewirenewsgroup.com/2026/02/02/c...
FDA Targets Gender-Affirming Garments, Warning Companies that Serve Trans Customers
At least 12 companies received letters from the agency stating that the gender-affirming compression garments are medical devices and require compliance with strict federal regulations.
rewirenewsgroup.com
February 3, 2026 at 6:34 PM
What utter assholes. "At least 12 companies received letters from the agency stating that the gender-affirming compression garments are medical devices and require compliance with strict federal regulations." rewirenewsgroup.com/2026/02/02/c...
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Congress should not be funding ICE.
Or a Department created for "Homeland" security fascistically named from the Nuremberg Rally.
#AbolishICE and break up DHS into agencies for protecting public safety instead of endangering it.
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Or a Department created for "Homeland" security fascistically named from the Nuremberg Rally.
#AbolishICE and break up DHS into agencies for protecting public safety instead of endangering it.
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Trump's pumping agents onto ICE’s payroll at record speed.
He's giving them a mere 47 days of training (Trump is the 47th President).
And he's sending them onto the streets with loaded guns and telling them they have full immunity.
Congress should not be funding ICE’s abuses.
He's giving them a mere 47 days of training (Trump is the 47th President).
And he's sending them onto the streets with loaded guns and telling them they have full immunity.
Congress should not be funding ICE’s abuses.
February 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Congress should not be funding ICE.
Or a Department created for "Homeland" security fascistically named from the Nuremberg Rally.
#AbolishICE and break up DHS into agencies for protecting public safety instead of endangering it.
bsky.app/profile/warr...
Or a Department created for "Homeland" security fascistically named from the Nuremberg Rally.
#AbolishICE and break up DHS into agencies for protecting public safety instead of endangering it.
bsky.app/profile/warr...
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Looking forward to Fox News trying to spin this as some sort of Democratic/Biden scandal even though Jill Biden hasn't been married to William Stevenson for 51 years.
The ex-husband of the former first lady Jill Biden has been arrested and charged with murder in the death of his current wife. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/us...
www.nytimes.com
February 3, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Looking forward to Fox News trying to spin this as some sort of Democratic/Biden scandal even though Jill Biden hasn't been married to William Stevenson for 51 years.
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Trump’s DOJ is filing domestic terrorism charges against political opponents.
In a dramatic departure from how DOJ historically used the federal material support for terrorism statute, it is upgrading what would have been routine prosecutions into terrorism cases when they involve people President Trump has cast as his political enemies.
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Trump DOJ Files 9/11-Era Charges Against Leftists Across the Country
Across the country, federal prosecutors are upgrading what would have been routine...
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February 3, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Trump’s DOJ is filing domestic terrorism charges against political opponents.
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It absolutely could not be clearer that the Constitution gives the states the power to conduct their own elections. It's right there, plain as day. Any attempt to "federalize" state elections would be unconstitutional, undemocratic, and impeachable.
BASH: Would you be comfortable w/Trump 'taking over' elections nationally?
REP GONZALES: POTUS is bringing up a fact on many Americans' minds - election integrity
B: Isn't the issue that he's not telling the truth?
G: One of the issues is every state does it differently. That gives a lot of doubt
REP GONZALES: POTUS is bringing up a fact on many Americans' minds - election integrity
B: Isn't the issue that he's not telling the truth?
G: One of the issues is every state does it differently. That gives a lot of doubt
February 3, 2026 at 6:42 PM
It absolutely could not be clearer that the Constitution gives the states the power to conduct their own elections. It's right there, plain as day. Any attempt to "federalize" state elections would be unconstitutional, undemocratic, and impeachable.
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Their continuing embrace of the weaponization of zionism that's been going on so long Hannah Arendt and Albert Einstein warned about it as the path to more fascism back in 1948.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Their continuing embrace of the weaponization of zionism that's been going on so long Hannah Arendt and Albert Einstein warned about it as the path to more fascism back in 1948.
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Gang of Eight to review whistleblower complaint against Tulsi Gabbard https://bit.ly/4kj4PSS
Gang of Eight to Review Whistleblower Complaint Against Tulsi Gabbard
The Wall Street Journal first reported that lawmakers had been blocked from viewing the complaint, whose contents are unknown, for months.
www.notus.org
February 3, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Gang of Eight to review whistleblower complaint against Tulsi Gabbard https://bit.ly/4kj4PSS
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Benito said to embrace love over hate and embrace community which is anathema to the fascists projecting about how their wealth insulates them from reality.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Benito said to embrace love over hate and embrace community which is anathema to the fascists projecting about how their wealth insulates them from reality.
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