BFranklin
@bfranklin25.bsky.social
Independent Pro-Democracy Small Business Owner determined to push back & not give up the country I love to MAGA.
"These are the times that try men's souls." Thomas Paine.
Also, I'm desperately wanting to still believe we are better than what's happenin
"These are the times that try men's souls." Thomas Paine.
Also, I'm desperately wanting to still believe we are better than what's happenin
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"Onlookers cheered Saturday as Danish military veterans and their families marched. They began at a citadel site associated with the remembrance of Denmark’s armed forces, and walked to the U.S. Embassy. There, they stood in stoic silence, remembering the fallen..."
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‘We’ve Fought Side by Side’: Danish Veterans March Against Trump’s Comments
www.nytimes.com
February 2, 2026 at 8:13 PM
"Onlookers cheered Saturday as Danish military veterans and their families marched. They began at a citadel site associated with the remembrance of Denmark’s armed forces, and walked to the U.S. Embassy. There, they stood in stoic silence, remembering the fallen..."
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"About 500 seniors live at Sinai Residences in Boca Raton, Florida, including many Holocaust survivors.
Recently, some of them asked if they could hide the building’s Haitian staff in their apartments..."
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Recently, some of them asked if they could hide the building’s Haitian staff in their apartments..."
www.jta.org/2026/01/30/u...
Jewish seniors are offering to hide their Haitian caregivers as Trump's TPS end looms - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
"That reminds me of Anne Frank,” said the CEO of one Jewish senior residence reeling as Temporary Protected Status for Haitians is set to end.
www.jta.org
February 8, 2026 at 2:16 AM
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"About 500 seniors live at Sinai Residences in Boca Raton, Florida, including many Holocaust survivors.
Recently, some of them asked if they could hide the building’s Haitian staff in their apartments..."
www.jta.org/2026/01/30/u...
Recently, some of them asked if they could hide the building’s Haitian staff in their apartments..."
www.jta.org/2026/01/30/u...
Jewish seniors are offering to hide their Haitian caregivers as Trump's TPS end looms - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
"That reminds me of Anne Frank,” said the CEO of one Jewish senior residence reeling as Temporary Protected Status for Haitians is set to end.
www.jta.org
February 2, 2026 at 9:56 PM
"About 500 seniors live at Sinai Residences in Boca Raton, Florida, including many Holocaust survivors.
Recently, some of them asked if they could hide the building’s Haitian staff in their apartments..."
www.jta.org/2026/01/30/u...
Recently, some of them asked if they could hide the building’s Haitian staff in their apartments..."
www.jta.org/2026/01/30/u...
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Another packed house in Howard County, Maryland tonight showing up in support of CB16 and against the opening of an ICE detention center in our community.
#Resist #ICEout
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#Resist #ICEout
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February 4, 2026 at 11:51 PM
Another packed house in Howard County, Maryland tonight showing up in support of CB16 and against the opening of an ICE detention center in our community.
#Resist #ICEout
@maddow.bsky.social
#Resist #ICEout
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East San Antonio, TX
"This warehouse will traffic some of the most disreputable commercial activity since WWII," the County Commissioner said in a statement...
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"This warehouse will traffic some of the most disreputable commercial activity since WWII," the County Commissioner said in a statement...
www.wfaa.com/article/news...
ICE closes sale on warehouse in east San Antonio, city council member says
While ICE officials didn't directly address the transaction, the agency said it was "actively working to expand detention space" in the U.S.
www.wfaa.com
February 5, 2026 at 2:57 AM
East San Antonio, TX
"This warehouse will traffic some of the most disreputable commercial activity since WWII," the County Commissioner said in a statement...
www.wfaa.com/article/news...
"This warehouse will traffic some of the most disreputable commercial activity since WWII," the County Commissioner said in a statement...
www.wfaa.com/article/news...
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"One protester on Tuesday stood outside the warehouse property along the highway for hours, holding up an anti-ICE sign..."
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ICE closes sale on warehouse in east San Antonio, city council member says
While ICE officials didn't directly address the transaction, the agency said it was "actively working to expand detention space" in the U.S.
www.wfaa.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:02 AM
"One protester on Tuesday stood outside the warehouse property along the highway for hours, holding up an anti-ICE sign..."
www.wfaa.com/article/news...
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“I know they would do anything, that they would hurt people, that they’ve murdered people... I know that intellectually. But I still did not expect them to gas a chill, friendly protest full of nurses and teachers and children and the elderly.”
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February 6, 2026 at 1:11 AM
“I know they would do anything, that they would hurt people, that they’ve murdered people... I know that intellectually. But I still did not expect them to gas a chill, friendly protest full of nurses and teachers and children and the elderly.”
www.theverge.com/policy/87278...
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"'The pastors’ group that I’m in, we got together, and we agreed that if violence breaks out in Springfield, we have a duty to go right to the front of it and to call for peace,' he said..."
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Opinion | In Ohio, I Caught a Glimpse of the New Resistance
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February 6, 2026 at 8:31 PM
"'The pastors’ group that I’m in, we got together, and we agreed that if violence breaks out in Springfield, we have a duty to go right to the front of it and to call for peace,' he said..."
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/o...
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"Longtime Hutchins resident Felix Madrigal attended Wednesday’s meeting wearing a nametag that read “No ICE In Hutchins.”
"I look at it as a moral issue," the 86-year-old said. “We just cannot allow ICE to come in, truck migrants in like cattle."
www.keranews.org/news/2026-02...
"I look at it as a moral issue," the 86-year-old said. “We just cannot allow ICE to come in, truck migrants in like cattle."
www.keranews.org/news/2026-02...
Hutchins city leaders meet to discuss ICE detention center as residents continue opposition
Hutchins residents and advocates packed city hall Wednesday evening to hear any updates from the city about the proposed mega detention center that would house thousands of migrants.
www.keranews.org
February 7, 2026 at 8:06 PM
"Longtime Hutchins resident Felix Madrigal attended Wednesday’s meeting wearing a nametag that read “No ICE In Hutchins.”
"I look at it as a moral issue," the 86-year-old said. “We just cannot allow ICE to come in, truck migrants in like cattle."
www.keranews.org/news/2026-02...
"I look at it as a moral issue," the 86-year-old said. “We just cannot allow ICE to come in, truck migrants in like cattle."
www.keranews.org/news/2026-02...
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"The new law forbids counties and local law enforcement from contracting with ICE. It mandates that public bodies terminate any existing immigration detention agreements and prohibits the use of public property for federal civil immigration detention..."
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New Mexico governor signs Immigrant Safety Act among other bills into law
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed four bipartisan bills into law, focusing on improving health care access, investing in statewide infrastructur
kfoxtv.com
February 7, 2026 at 9:05 PM
"The new law forbids counties and local law enforcement from contracting with ICE. It mandates that public bodies terminate any existing immigration detention agreements and prohibits the use of public property for federal civil immigration detention..."
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Democratic Congressman Juan Vargas denied entry to the facility. Members of Congress have the legal right to enter and inspect federal detention facilities with no notice.
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Note alleges harsh conditions in Otay Mesa Detention Center, congressman denied entry
A person being held at the Otay Mesa Detention Center threw a note attached to a lotion bottle over the fence, detailing allegations of bad food and constant sickness inside – one of several reports t...
www.nbcsandiego.com
February 8, 2026 at 1:22 AM
Democratic Congressman Juan Vargas denied entry to the facility. Members of Congress have the legal right to enter and inspect federal detention facilities with no notice.
www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/n...
www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/n...
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February 8, 2026 at 1:58 AM
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“This has nothing to do with politics. This has to do with moral right and wrong,” Dr. Jen Ashton said on the topic of CBS News' Dr. Peter Attia.
Prominent TV News Doctor Condemns CBS News Medical Expert Found In Epstein Files
“This has nothing to do with politics. This has to do with moral right and wrong,” Dr. Jen Ashton said on the topic of CBS News' Dr. Peter Attia.
www.huffpost.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:43 PM
“This has nothing to do with politics. This has to do with moral right and wrong,” Dr. Jen Ashton said on the topic of CBS News' Dr. Peter Attia.
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Eight months later, the report continues to be shrouded in secrecy, The Guardian reported.
Tulsi Gabbard Blocked NSA Report Of A Concerning Phone Call, Whistleblower Claims
Tulsi Gabbard Blocked NSA Report Of A Concerning Phone Call, Whistleblower Claims
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February 7, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Eight months later, the report continues to be shrouded in secrecy, The Guardian reported.
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The next four years will change America forever. But HuffPost won't back down when it comes to providing free and impartial journalism.
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January 23, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The next four years will change America forever. But HuffPost won't back down when it comes to providing free and impartial journalism.
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President Trump's focus overseas may spare China for now, but Beijing still worries that his "America First" rhetoric hasn't softened what it calls U.S. "military adventurism."
As Trump reshapes foreign policy, China moves to limit risks, reap gains
President Trump's focus overseas may spare China for now, but Beijing still worries that his "America First" rhetoric hasn't softened what it calls U.S. "military adventurism."
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February 8, 2026 at 12:28 AM
President Trump's focus overseas may spare China for now, but Beijing still worries that his "America First" rhetoric hasn't softened what it calls U.S. "military adventurism."
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday about American talks with Iran, his office said Saturday, while Iran's foreign minister threatened U.S. military bases in the region a day after the discussions. https://to.pbs.org/4r2mzEp
Israel says Netanyahu will meet with Trump in Washington on Wednesday about U.S.-Iran talks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday about American talks with Iran.
www.pbs.org
February 8, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Wednesday about American talks with Iran, his office said Saturday, while Iran's foreign minister threatened U.S. military bases in the region a day after the discussions. https://to.pbs.org/4r2mzEp
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Want to know something funny? So evidently fatso pants attacked me yesterday, and I had NO CLUE until my Google alerts tonight 36 hours later. THE PRESIDENT… and nobody listens to him anymore. LOL
February 8, 2026 at 12:33 AM
Want to know something funny? So evidently fatso pants attacked me yesterday, and I had NO CLUE until my Google alerts tonight 36 hours later. THE PRESIDENT… and nobody listens to him anymore. LOL
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NYT confirming MS NOW reporting:
Prosecutors began investigating Renee Good's killing, then Washington told them to stop.
Federal prosecutors had a warrant to collect evidence from Good's vehicle, but Trump leaders said to drop it. About a dozen prosecutors have since departed.
Prosecutors began investigating Renee Good's killing, then Washington told them to stop.
Federal prosecutors had a warrant to collect evidence from Good's vehicle, but Trump leaders said to drop it. About a dozen prosecutors have since departed.
Prosecutors Began Investigating Renee Good’s Killing. Washington Told Them to Stop.
www.nytimes.com
February 7, 2026 at 8:10 PM
NYT confirming MS NOW reporting:
Prosecutors began investigating Renee Good's killing, then Washington told them to stop.
Federal prosecutors had a warrant to collect evidence from Good's vehicle, but Trump leaders said to drop it. About a dozen prosecutors have since departed.
Prosecutors began investigating Renee Good's killing, then Washington told them to stop.
Federal prosecutors had a warrant to collect evidence from Good's vehicle, but Trump leaders said to drop it. About a dozen prosecutors have since departed.
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Pop quiz: both same age, both tea totalers. Can you spot the physical differences?
February 8, 2026 at 12:23 AM
Pop quiz: both same age, both tea totalers. Can you spot the physical differences?