David Huerta
@huertanix.bsky.social
Day job: Helping the press protect themselves from surveillance.
Night work: Moonlighting as a freelance tech writer and making weird art.
Opinions by own.
Night work: Moonlighting as a freelance tech writer and making weird art.
Opinions by own.
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WaPo reports that ICE is planning 7 massive human warehouses holding 5,000 to 10,000 people.
Recalls the acting ICE director 2015 statement that he wanted to see a “business”-oriented approach to deportations, “like [Amazon] Prime, but with human beings”.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Recalls the acting ICE director 2015 statement that he wanted to see a “business”-oriented approach to deportations, “like [Amazon] Prime, but with human beings”.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
ICE documents reveal plan to hold 80,000 immigrants in warehouses
The Trump administration wants to build seven large-scale deportation hubs to speed up deportations, internal ICE documents show.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:24 PM
WaPo reports that ICE is planning 7 massive human warehouses holding 5,000 to 10,000 people.
Recalls the acting ICE director 2015 statement that he wanted to see a “business”-oriented approach to deportations, “like [Amazon] Prime, but with human beings”.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
Recalls the acting ICE director 2015 statement that he wanted to see a “business”-oriented approach to deportations, “like [Amazon] Prime, but with human beings”.
www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
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🚨JOB ALERT🚨 Enjoy writing clever headlines and assigning one-of-a-kind stories? Have an eye for detail and a knack for turning rough copy into sparkling prose? We're looking for another editor to join our small but elite team covering New York City news and culture.
Hell Gate Is Hiring Again!
We're looking for an editor to join the worker-owned media revolution.
hellgatenyc.com
December 24, 2025 at 9:03 PM
🚨JOB ALERT🚨 Enjoy writing clever headlines and assigning one-of-a-kind stories? Have an eye for detail and a knack for turning rough copy into sparkling prose? We're looking for another editor to join our small but elite team covering New York City news and culture.
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In tumultuous times, we believe in being prepared, not scared.
We’ve distilled the advice our trainers have shared with thousands of journalists over the years into the actionable, concrete steps in our 2026 journalist’s digital security checklist:
We’ve distilled the advice our trainers have shared with thousands of journalists over the years into the actionable, concrete steps in our 2026 journalist’s digital security checklist:
The 2026 journalist’s digital security checklist
Our digital security training team's checklist to help journalists secure their digital life.
freedom.press
December 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In tumultuous times, we believe in being prepared, not scared.
We’ve distilled the advice our trainers have shared with thousands of journalists over the years into the actionable, concrete steps in our 2026 journalist’s digital security checklist:
We’ve distilled the advice our trainers have shared with thousands of journalists over the years into the actionable, concrete steps in our 2026 journalist’s digital security checklist:
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I know we're all trying to get through the holidays and the end of the year and nobody's thinking about February yet, but mark this in your calendar? @huertanix.bsky.social @cactuscon.com
December 22, 2025 at 5:08 PM
I know we're all trying to get through the holidays and the end of the year and nobody's thinking about February yet, but mark this in your calendar? @huertanix.bsky.social @cactuscon.com
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We wrote for @jacobinmag.bsky.social about our recent panel with three U.S. journalists who were aboard the Gaza aid flotillas.
They described facing assaults and threats from Israeli soldiers — and said the U.S. government did little to help.
They described facing assaults and threats from Israeli soldiers — and said the U.S. government did little to help.
US Journalists on Aid Flotillas Allege Israeli Soldier Abuse
A recent panel of three US journalists aboard the Gaza aid flotillas say they faced assault and threats from Israeli soldiers — and that the US government did little to help them.
jacobin.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:54 PM
We wrote for @jacobinmag.bsky.social about our recent panel with three U.S. journalists who were aboard the Gaza aid flotillas.
They described facing assaults and threats from Israeli soldiers — and said the U.S. government did little to help.
They described facing assaults and threats from Israeli soldiers — and said the U.S. government did little to help.
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journalists really should stop baring their entire asses like this
"I have no idea how this technology actually works but my editor is mostly interested in engagement clicks so we proceeded anyway"
"I have no idea how this technology actually works but my editor is mostly interested in engagement clicks so we proceeded anyway"
November 26, 2025 at 6:41 PM
journalists really should stop baring their entire asses like this
"I have no idea how this technology actually works but my editor is mostly interested in engagement clicks so we proceeded anyway"
"I have no idea how this technology actually works but my editor is mostly interested in engagement clicks so we proceeded anyway"
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ICE now casually and lawlessly arrests scholars, journalists and commentators without any justification.
Professor Detained En Route To Middle East Studies Conference: Vahid Abedini was on his way to a Middle East Studies Association meeting when he was detained. He’s now in ICE custody.
Professor Detained En Route To Middle East Studies Conference: Vahid Abedini was on his way to a Middle East Studies Association meeting when he was detained. He’s now in ICE custody.
Iranian Studies Professor Taken Into Immigration Custody While Traveling To Academic Conference
Vahid Abedini was on his way to a Middle East Studies Association meeting when he was detained. He’s now in ICE custody.
www.huffpost.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:54 AM
ICE now casually and lawlessly arrests scholars, journalists and commentators without any justification.
Professor Detained En Route To Middle East Studies Conference: Vahid Abedini was on his way to a Middle East Studies Association meeting when he was detained. He’s now in ICE custody.
Professor Detained En Route To Middle East Studies Conference: Vahid Abedini was on his way to a Middle East Studies Association meeting when he was detained. He’s now in ICE custody.
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my advice for growing older is to never stop listening to new music
March 4, 2024 at 10:58 PM
my advice for growing older is to never stop listening to new music
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FPF senior digital security trainer @huertanix.bsky.social spoke with @huffpost.com’s @monicatorrr.bsky.social about the privacy implications of uploading your personal identification onto your phone.
Apple Has A New Digital ID And Passport Feature On iPhones — But Security Experts Have Thoughts
Security experts weigh the pros and cons of uploading your personal identification onto your phone.
www.huffpost.com
November 24, 2025 at 9:25 PM
FPF senior digital security trainer @huertanix.bsky.social spoke with @huffpost.com’s @monicatorrr.bsky.social about the privacy implications of uploading your personal identification onto your phone.
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One last time: Every time I post it he goes up five more points.
November 4, 2025 at 4:07 PM
One last time: Every time I post it he goes up five more points.
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@sulliview.bsky.social on why #ZohranMamdani will [very likely] be next mayor of New York:
November 3, 2025 at 8:40 PM
@sulliview.bsky.social on why #ZohranMamdani will [very likely] be next mayor of New York:
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Full story here: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/03/c...
Chicago woman dragged out of her car after colliding with ICE demands accountability
The arrest of Dayanne Figueroa highlights growing concerns about the use of force against U.S. citizens and due process. She was released after a few hours without charges.
www.chicagotribune.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Full story here: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/03/c...
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In Chicago, a woman was driving to get coffee when a DHS vehicle fleeing an angry crowd crashed into her car. Armed agents jumped out of the vehicle, yanked her door open, pulled her by the legs out of her car at gunpoint, held her incommunicado for hours, then released her with no charges.
November 3, 2025 at 6:34 PM
In Chicago, a woman was driving to get coffee when a DHS vehicle fleeing an angry crowd crashed into her car. Armed agents jumped out of the vehicle, yanked her door open, pulled her by the legs out of her car at gunpoint, held her incommunicado for hours, then released her with no charges.
The unquestioned AI hype at #MediaFest2025 from is honestly so boring. Where is the skepticism in the face of a long lineage of other attempts at automation not panning out? No one here took an automated cab to this. Ask why problems with 90% complete solutions haven’t made the last 10%?
November 3, 2025 at 6:50 PM
The unquestioned AI hype at #MediaFest2025 from is honestly so boring. Where is the skepticism in the face of a long lineage of other attempts at automation not panning out? No one here took an automated cab to this. Ask why problems with 90% complete solutions haven’t made the last 10%?
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On the other site, an 18-year-old Zohran canvasser described the legendary Wallace Shawn as "the actor who plays Dr. Sturgis on Young Sheldon" which is honestly adorable
November 2, 2025 at 8:02 PM
On the other site, an 18-year-old Zohran canvasser described the legendary Wallace Shawn as "the actor who plays Dr. Sturgis on Young Sheldon" which is honestly adorable
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Confused/conflicted about the ballot proposals? You're not alone!
Check out our voter guide for explainers and why our members voted to endorse YES on 2-6 (we didn't take a position on 1).
tinyurl.com/NKDVoterGuide25
Check out our voter guide for explainers and why our members voted to endorse YES on 2-6 (we didn't take a position on 1).
tinyurl.com/NKDVoterGuide25
October 24, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Confused/conflicted about the ballot proposals? You're not alone!
Check out our voter guide for explainers and why our members voted to endorse YES on 2-6 (we didn't take a position on 1).
tinyurl.com/NKDVoterGuide25
Check out our voter guide for explainers and why our members voted to endorse YES on 2-6 (we didn't take a position on 1).
tinyurl.com/NKDVoterGuide25
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NYC friends: There. Is. So. Much. Confusion. Over. The. Ballot. Proposals. Progressive orgs in disarray!
But I waded thru a raft of voting guides and am confident in voting Yes on 2-6. The two best guides:
@newkingsdems.bsky.social (digestible, below) and @rpa.org (wonky but good, bit.ly/3KMI9wt)
But I waded thru a raft of voting guides and am confident in voting Yes on 2-6. The two best guides:
@newkingsdems.bsky.social (digestible, below) and @rpa.org (wonky but good, bit.ly/3KMI9wt)
October 25, 2025 at 7:36 PM
NYC friends: There. Is. So. Much. Confusion. Over. The. Ballot. Proposals. Progressive orgs in disarray!
But I waded thru a raft of voting guides and am confident in voting Yes on 2-6. The two best guides:
@newkingsdems.bsky.social (digestible, below) and @rpa.org (wonky but good, bit.ly/3KMI9wt)
But I waded thru a raft of voting guides and am confident in voting Yes on 2-6. The two best guides:
@newkingsdems.bsky.social (digestible, below) and @rpa.org (wonky but good, bit.ly/3KMI9wt)
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NYC-DSA is on the verge of endorsing City Council Member Alexa Avilés to challenge Rep. Dan Goldman in NY-10.
But city Comptroller Brad Lander is now telling people he wants to run for that seat, so there may be intense pressure on Avilés to drop out to avoid splitting the progressive vote.
But city Comptroller Brad Lander is now telling people he wants to run for that seat, so there may be intense pressure on Avilés to drop out to avoid splitting the progressive vote.
SCOOP: DSA-backed City Council Member @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social is exploring a primary challenge to Rep. Dan Goldman in NY-10.
Avilés is meeting with @socialists.nyc's Electoral Working Group next week to discuss her potential congressional run.
Read more at @cityandstateny.bsky.social:
Avilés is meeting with @socialists.nyc's Electoral Working Group next week to discuss her potential congressional run.
Read more at @cityandstateny.bsky.social:
Alexa Avilés exploring challenge to Rep. Dan Goldman in NY-10
The DSA-backed City Council member has been talking to allies about potentially challenging the incumbent representative.
www.cityandstateny.com
October 27, 2025 at 12:48 AM
NYC-DSA is on the verge of endorsing City Council Member Alexa Avilés to challenge Rep. Dan Goldman in NY-10.
But city Comptroller Brad Lander is now telling people he wants to run for that seat, so there may be intense pressure on Avilés to drop out to avoid splitting the progressive vote.
But city Comptroller Brad Lander is now telling people he wants to run for that seat, so there may be intense pressure on Avilés to drop out to avoid splitting the progressive vote.
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JP Morgan sees red
October 10, 2025 at 10:23 PM
JP Morgan sees red
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"We can’t ignore this anymore": How the U.S Press Freedom Tracker is fighting for journalists
Read this write-up on a panel at @spj-posts.bsky.social's #MediaFest25 featuring our Managing Editor @kamccudden.bsky.social.
Read this write-up on a panel at @spj-posts.bsky.social's #MediaFest25 featuring our Managing Editor @kamccudden.bsky.social.
‘We Can’t Ignore This Anymore’: How the U.S Press Freedom Tracker is Fighting For Journalists.
The SPJ News
thespjnews.org
October 17, 2025 at 10:04 PM
"We can’t ignore this anymore": How the U.S Press Freedom Tracker is fighting for journalists
Read this write-up on a panel at @spj-posts.bsky.social's #MediaFest25 featuring our Managing Editor @kamccudden.bsky.social.
Read this write-up on a panel at @spj-posts.bsky.social's #MediaFest25 featuring our Managing Editor @kamccudden.bsky.social.
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“Digital security isn’t about paranoia — it’s about awareness.”
Loved hearing @huertanix.bsky.social from @FreedomOfThePress at #MediaFest25 share practical, human-centered lessons on staying safe online.
Security = habit, not luxury.
#CyberSafety #Journalism
Loved hearing @huertanix.bsky.social from @FreedomOfThePress at #MediaFest25 share practical, human-centered lessons on staying safe online.
Security = habit, not luxury.
#CyberSafety #Journalism
October 18, 2025 at 1:17 AM
“Digital security isn’t about paranoia — it’s about awareness.”
Loved hearing @huertanix.bsky.social from @FreedomOfThePress at #MediaFest25 share practical, human-centered lessons on staying safe online.
Security = habit, not luxury.
#CyberSafety #Journalism
Loved hearing @huertanix.bsky.social from @FreedomOfThePress at #MediaFest25 share practical, human-centered lessons on staying safe online.
Security = habit, not luxury.
#CyberSafety #Journalism
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It would cost ~$40 billion to end world hunger.
Instead, the US government spent $40 billion to prop up a dictator in Argentina.
Seems on brand for the United States government, which works for itself and does not represent the people.
Instead, the US government spent $40 billion to prop up a dictator in Argentina.
Seems on brand for the United States government, which works for itself and does not represent the people.
October 17, 2025 at 5:10 PM
It would cost ~$40 billion to end world hunger.
Instead, the US government spent $40 billion to prop up a dictator in Argentina.
Seems on brand for the United States government, which works for itself and does not represent the people.
Instead, the US government spent $40 billion to prop up a dictator in Argentina.
Seems on brand for the United States government, which works for itself and does not represent the people.
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Ernie Smith wrote a pretty good article on the SIM farm that was found in New York. tedium.co/2025/09/23/s...
This more or less aligns with my FraudsterTel(TM) theory. Thread: bsky.app/profile/tpro...
This more or less aligns with my FraudsterTel(TM) theory. Thread: bsky.app/profile/tpro...
September 25, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Ernie Smith wrote a pretty good article on the SIM farm that was found in New York. tedium.co/2025/09/23/s...
This more or less aligns with my FraudsterTel(TM) theory. Thread: bsky.app/profile/tpro...
This more or less aligns with my FraudsterTel(TM) theory. Thread: bsky.app/profile/tpro...
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Indigenous knowledge systems are important when it comes to saving our planet for all of us.
#UN #ClimateWeek
#UN #ClimateWeek
September 24, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Indigenous knowledge systems are important when it comes to saving our planet for all of us.
#UN #ClimateWeek
#UN #ClimateWeek
The AGI goalposts remain all over the place. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ spectrum.ieee.org/agi-benchmark
Can AI's Intelligence Be Measured Like Human IQ?
AI leaders predict AGI soon, but how close are we really to AI that thinks like us? The challenges of testing machine intelligence make it hard to say.
spectrum.ieee.org
September 25, 2025 at 4:31 PM
The AGI goalposts remain all over the place. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ spectrum.ieee.org/agi-benchmark