Brianna Liestman
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"When life gives you lemons, you sell some of your grandma's jewelry, and you go clubbin'." — Jean-Ralphio Saperstein
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If every Democrat voted NO on funding ICE, it would not have passed the House. But, 7 House Democrats voted to fund Trump's lawless, masked goons, so it passed.
Hakeem Jeffries refused to whip his members to vote against ICE funding. Genuinely unforgivable.
Hakeem Jeffries refused to whip his members to vote against ICE funding. Genuinely unforgivable.
NEW: DHS appropriations bill funding ICE passes 220-207
7 Democrats voted YES on the bill:
- Jared Golden
- Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
- Henry Cuellar
- Tom Suozzi
- Laura Gillen
- Don Davis
- Vicente Gonzalez
One Republican voted NO: Thomas Massie
7 Democrats voted YES on the bill:
- Jared Golden
- Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
- Henry Cuellar
- Tom Suozzi
- Laura Gillen
- Don Davis
- Vicente Gonzalez
One Republican voted NO: Thomas Massie
January 22, 2026 at 9:50 PM
If every Democrat voted NO on funding ICE, it would not have passed the House. But, 7 House Democrats voted to fund Trump's lawless, masked goons, so it passed.
Hakeem Jeffries refused to whip his members to vote against ICE funding. Genuinely unforgivable.
Hakeem Jeffries refused to whip his members to vote against ICE funding. Genuinely unforgivable.
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“[T]he agent took the child out of the still-running vehicle, led him to the door, and directed him to knock on the door, asking to be let in, in order to see if anyone else was home—essentially using a 5-year-old as bait.” - the kid’s principal
ICE detained four children from Columbia Heights, Minnesota and sent them to detention centers in Texas.
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ICE detains 4 Columbia Heights students, including 5- and 10-year-olds sent to Texas
Columbia Heights Public Schools leaders addressed the ICE surge into the district, saying the community is "shattered."
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January 22, 2026 at 1:26 AM
“[T]he agent took the child out of the still-running vehicle, led him to the door, and directed him to knock on the door, asking to be let in, in order to see if anyone else was home—essentially using a 5-year-old as bait.” - the kid’s principal
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Independents are +12 on abolishing ICE
January 21, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Independents are +12 on abolishing ICE
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Well, that's because he's a racist piece of shit. And also he probably doesn't know what day or year it is.
President Donald Trump has not recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2026 through official statements, proclamation or activity.
Donald Trump doesn't acknowledge Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
President Donald Trump has not recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2026 through official statements, proclamation or activity.
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January 19, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Well, that's because he's a racist piece of shit. And also he probably doesn't know what day or year it is.
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They complain about the male loneliness epidemic but do men even try to make themselves attractive by showing off their shapely legs and festooning themselves with embroidery and lace? They do not
January 17, 2026 at 4:37 PM
They complain about the male loneliness epidemic but do men even try to make themselves attractive by showing off their shapely legs and festooning themselves with embroidery and lace? They do not
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Trump issued an executive order to have weed rescheduled, which would lower its criminal status.
This symbolic gesture would do little for those most likely to be arrested for cannabis.
Meanwhile, Trump has done much more to re-criminalize cannabis during this second term.
My latest.
This symbolic gesture would do little for those most likely to be arrested for cannabis.
Meanwhile, Trump has done much more to re-criminalize cannabis during this second term.
My latest.
Trump’s cannabis order will still leave users at risk of prosecution, experts say
Justice department is pushing to pursue simple possession cases, and ICE uses cannabis offenses to speed deportation
www.theguardian.com
January 13, 2026 at 1:58 AM
Trump issued an executive order to have weed rescheduled, which would lower its criminal status.
This symbolic gesture would do little for those most likely to be arrested for cannabis.
Meanwhile, Trump has done much more to re-criminalize cannabis during this second term.
My latest.
This symbolic gesture would do little for those most likely to be arrested for cannabis.
Meanwhile, Trump has done much more to re-criminalize cannabis during this second term.
My latest.
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There were people in 1970 who thought the student protesters at Kent State deserved it when they were shot to death.
I’m reminding myself of that so I don’t fall into denial and imagine the sadistic glee I’m seeing on X about the ICE shooting is new. It’s not.
It’s a strand in our cultural fabric.
I’m reminding myself of that so I don’t fall into denial and imagine the sadistic glee I’m seeing on X about the ICE shooting is new. It’s not.
It’s a strand in our cultural fabric.
January 7, 2026 at 10:26 PM
There were people in 1970 who thought the student protesters at Kent State deserved it when they were shot to death.
I’m reminding myself of that so I don’t fall into denial and imagine the sadistic glee I’m seeing on X about the ICE shooting is new. It’s not.
It’s a strand in our cultural fabric.
I’m reminding myself of that so I don’t fall into denial and imagine the sadistic glee I’m seeing on X about the ICE shooting is new. It’s not.
It’s a strand in our cultural fabric.
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ICE is murdering Americans in the street.
January 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM
ICE is murdering Americans in the street.
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Follow Jon on the ground in South Minneapolis
Growing crowd here at 34th and Portland in south Minneapolis, where witnesses tell me an ICE agent shot an observer in her car. Witnesses said she was not responsive and was taken away. Bovino is on scene along with dozens of federal agents.
January 7, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Follow Jon on the ground in South Minneapolis
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It's good to use the resources at hand to fight because sometimes you win. Also, I keep thinking of the period after this man was killed and how a group of people tried to impose a new social reality. It didn't work. This too is a lesson.
Professor Fired for Charlie Kirk Post Gets $500,000 From School, Is Reinstated
Professor Fired for Charlie Kirk Post Gets $500,000 From School, Is Reinstated
Professor Darren Michael has reportedly been reinstated and given $50,000 after being fired over posts about assassinated conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
The post Professor Fired for Charlie Kirk Post Gets $500,000 From School, Is Reinstated first appeared on Mediaite.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:31 PM
It's good to use the resources at hand to fight because sometimes you win. Also, I keep thinking of the period after this man was killed and how a group of people tried to impose a new social reality. It didn't work. This too is a lesson.
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Nancy Pelosi responds to the Trump White House accusing Capitol Police of "deliberately escalating" tensions that led to the January 6 riot: "What do you think about that does not sound like an insane statement?"
January 7, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Nancy Pelosi responds to the Trump White House accusing Capitol Police of "deliberately escalating" tensions that led to the January 6 riot: "What do you think about that does not sound like an insane statement?"
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Mitch McConnell would like his legacy to be Ukraine or the court. But his most consequential decision will always be his decision to acquit Trump for January 6. It directly led to Trump’s return and his diminished influence.
January 6, 2026 at 10:21 PM
Mitch McConnell would like his legacy to be Ukraine or the court. But his most consequential decision will always be his decision to acquit Trump for January 6. It directly led to Trump’s return and his diminished influence.
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The purpose of pushing impeachment articles through the House, via a fucking discharge petition if necessary, is to make Trump have to spend resources defending himself in the Senate.
And if new impeachment articles come through every two weeks, you force the motherfucker on defense.
And if new impeachment articles come through every two weeks, you force the motherfucker on defense.
IMO the argument is that you can make things into big enough deals that it matters. Khanna found Massey and found survivors and made the Epstein Files the gigantic story it should be. Only then did establishment Dems come along. You can, in fact, make things into big hairy deals if you do it right.
if you want the Senate to do something, Senate Republicans must do something.
People are dunking on this but I'm not really sure what plays Schumer has other than to try to peel off Rs.
People are dunking on this but I'm not really sure what plays Schumer has other than to try to peel off Rs.
January 6, 2026 at 2:06 AM
The purpose of pushing impeachment articles through the House, via a fucking discharge petition if necessary, is to make Trump have to spend resources defending himself in the Senate.
And if new impeachment articles come through every two weeks, you force the motherfucker on defense.
And if new impeachment articles come through every two weeks, you force the motherfucker on defense.
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On the plus side, now people know where to protest at 2am.
That didn't last long.
"A few hours later, Hilton followed up with an updated statement, saying 'We have been in direct contact with the hotel, and they have apologized for the actions of their team, which was not in keeping with their policies...'"
"A few hours later, Hilton followed up with an updated statement, saying 'We have been in direct contact with the hotel, and they have apologized for the actions of their team, which was not in keeping with their policies...'"
Hilton Hotel That Refused DHS Reservations Backpedals
The hotel told 404 Media in a statement “We are in touch with the impacted guests to ensure they are accommodated.”
www.404media.co
January 6, 2026 at 1:26 AM
On the plus side, now people know where to protest at 2am.
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“why are you still on twitter” -> whiny, makes you sound like a scold
“oh you post on the pedophile app” -> makes them sound like a pedophile
“oh you post on the pedophile app” -> makes them sound like a pedophile
January 5, 2026 at 7:47 PM
“why are you still on twitter” -> whiny, makes you sound like a scold
“oh you post on the pedophile app” -> makes them sound like a pedophile
“oh you post on the pedophile app” -> makes them sound like a pedophile
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A must-read message from Colin and Sophie Hortman, Mark and Melissa's children:
January 5, 2026 at 12:24 AM
A must-read message from Colin and Sophie Hortman, Mark and Melissa's children:
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Oh, just get vaccinated (part 5,000)
"Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found." (gift article)
"Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found." (gift article)
Vaccines Are Helping Older People More Than We Knew
www.nytimes.com
January 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Oh, just get vaccinated (part 5,000)
"Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found." (gift article)
"Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found." (gift article)
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Donald Trump is spreading dangerous, disgusting lies about the murder of our dear friend and colleague, Melissa Hortman.
Our full statement from House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson:
Our full statement from House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson:
January 4, 2026 at 2:59 AM
Donald Trump is spreading dangerous, disgusting lies about the murder of our dear friend and colleague, Melissa Hortman.
Our full statement from House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson:
Our full statement from House DFL Leader Zack Stephenson:
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Many folks argue that the first two impeachments didn’t constraint Trump so why try again, but if the rule of law is to have any meaning, then Democrats must insist on at least trying to hold Trump accountable for asserting dictatorial powers to kidnap, invade, loot, and murder.
impeach him. try to do it once a month, if necessary. build the case over and over to not just the American people but to the world that this isn’t the way things should be here, that this isn’t the way we should use our power abroad.
January 3, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Many folks argue that the first two impeachments didn’t constraint Trump so why try again, but if the rule of law is to have any meaning, then Democrats must insist on at least trying to hold Trump accountable for asserting dictatorial powers to kidnap, invade, loot, and murder.
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Exactly one month ago.
Breaking: President Trump pardons former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez serving 45-year sentence on drug charges.
Amid anti-drug push, Trump pardons leader sentenced on cocaine charges
Trump said Nov. 28 that he planned to pardon the former Honduran leader, and a White House official confirmed Dec. 2 that the pardon had been issued.
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January 3, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Exactly one month ago.
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If your position is that regime change should be forced on countries where the president does not respect democratic norms and regularly kidnaps opponents using an officially sanctioned paramiliatary, have I got news for you about your position on the United States
January 3, 2026 at 1:45 PM
If your position is that regime change should be forced on countries where the president does not respect democratic norms and regularly kidnaps opponents using an officially sanctioned paramiliatary, have I got news for you about your position on the United States
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Although Minnesota requires teachers, clergy, doctors and day care providers to promptly report child abuse, those charged with violating the law are rarely held accountable.
In the past 15 years, only six out of 28 people charged were convicted.
With @startribune.com
In the past 15 years, only six out of 28 people charged were convicted.
With @startribune.com
Lawmaker Calls for Stronger Mandatory Reporting Rules Following Our Investigation Into Church Abuse Case
Mandatory reporters in Minnesota can be charged with a misdemeanor if they do not report child abuse to authorities. But violators of the statute are rarely convicted, and fines are often similar to t...
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January 2, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Although Minnesota requires teachers, clergy, doctors and day care providers to promptly report child abuse, those charged with violating the law are rarely held accountable.
In the past 15 years, only six out of 28 people charged were convicted.
With @startribune.com
In the past 15 years, only six out of 28 people charged were convicted.
With @startribune.com
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grok didn't say shit. Grok is not sentient. This is you helping musk escape accountability for this shit. Journalism fail.
Grok says safeguard lapses led to images of 'minors in minimal clothing' on X reut.rs/498SoUk
Grok says safeguard lapses led to images of 'minors in minimal clothing' on X
Elon Musk's xAI artificial intelligence chatbot Grok said on Friday lapses in safeguards had resulted in "images depicting minors in minimal clothing" on social media platform X and that improvements were being made to prevent this.
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January 2, 2026 at 8:02 PM
grok didn't say shit. Grok is not sentient. This is you helping musk escape accountability for this shit. Journalism fail.
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Ex-Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun has Lunch with the FT and in one of those instances so rare that you know he didn't sign an NDA, says exactly why as.ft.com/r/e503690d-8...
January 2, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Ex-Meta chief AI scientist Yann LeCun has Lunch with the FT and in one of those instances so rare that you know he didn't sign an NDA, says exactly why as.ft.com/r/e503690d-8...