Josh Cook
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this is all to say that should democrats win the house and senate this november, they should hold similarly dramatic — which is to say televised and highly publicized — hearings on the conduct of ICE and CBP, with testimony from victims. we want as much of *this* as possible in the record. (3/?)
ICE detained Arlit Maria Martinez on her way to work. 2 days later, her 15 yo son died of cancer. They wouldn't let her out to say goodbye. The family had planned to move back to Mexico prior to the cancer diagnosis but stayed for his treatment. Now, Mr Martinez has lost his wife to ICE & his son.
Teen dies of cancer days after mother arrested by ICE: ‘She’s never gonna see him’
The mother's family pleaded with federal officers for her release from custody to say her final goodbyes to her son, but their requests went unanswered.
www.wsaz.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:09 AM
this is all to say that should democrats win the house and senate this november, they should hold similarly dramatic — which is to say televised and highly publicized — hearings on the conduct of ICE and CBP, with testimony from victims. we want as much of *this* as possible in the record. (3/?)
I'd be concerned about what kind of response Lewiston would be able to mount, not for lack of will, I just don't know what structures are in place. Maybe there's been enough lead time to really prepare
January 12, 2026 at 8:16 PM
I'd be concerned about what kind of response Lewiston would be able to mount, not for lack of will, I just don't know what structures are in place. Maybe there's been enough lead time to really prepare
That's (mostly) my hometown! It took a few years, but they've beem pretty well embraced by the community. Neighboring towns however are quite MAGA & there's a current in Lewiston too
January 12, 2026 at 8:08 PM
That's (mostly) my hometown! It took a few years, but they've beem pretty well embraced by the community. Neighboring towns however are quite MAGA & there's a current in Lewiston too
A few other quick thoughts:
1. Democrats need to say THIS THING HAPPENS FIRST then you get our votes. Not, we'll vote IF YOU PROMISE. That's why the removals & cessations are vital.
2. Last time around courts already ruled that the federal government MUST pay SNAP benefits.
1. Democrats need to say THIS THING HAPPENS FIRST then you get our votes. Not, we'll vote IF YOU PROMISE. That's why the removals & cessations are vital.
2. Last time around courts already ruled that the federal government MUST pay SNAP benefits.
January 12, 2026 at 3:19 AM
A few other quick thoughts:
1. Democrats need to say THIS THING HAPPENS FIRST then you get our votes. Not, we'll vote IF YOU PROMISE. That's why the removals & cessations are vital.
2. Last time around courts already ruled that the federal government MUST pay SNAP benefits.
1. Democrats need to say THIS THING HAPPENS FIRST then you get our votes. Not, we'll vote IF YOU PROMISE. That's why the removals & cessations are vital.
2. Last time around courts already ruled that the federal government MUST pay SNAP benefits.
Of course not! But if you START your negotiation by asking for the bare minimum, you'll likely get NOTHING. As we just FUCKING SAW the last time we did this. Demand it all. Fight for it all. Get something real.
January 12, 2026 at 3:10 AM
Of course not! But if you START your negotiation by asking for the bare minimum, you'll likely get NOTHING. As we just FUCKING SAW the last time we did this. Demand it all. Fight for it all. Get something real.
6. A cessation of all illegal activity in Venezuela & a commitment to work with international agencies to ensure a peaceful resolution to our illegal act.
7. Pre-emptive shut down of this Greenland nonsense.
Do I think Democrats would be able to get all that?...
7. Pre-emptive shut down of this Greenland nonsense.
Do I think Democrats would be able to get all that?...
January 12, 2026 at 3:10 AM
6. A cessation of all illegal activity in Venezuela & a commitment to work with international agencies to ensure a peaceful resolution to our illegal act.
7. Pre-emptive shut down of this Greenland nonsense.
Do I think Democrats would be able to get all that?...
7. Pre-emptive shut down of this Greenland nonsense.
Do I think Democrats would be able to get all that?...
1. An end to the ICE/DHS/CBP invasion of America's cities, including a drastic & immediate funding cut.
2. Leaving all potential prosecutions from illegal activities in the hands of the local juredictions.
3. The removal of Noem.
4. The removal of Hesgeth
5. The removal of Rubio...
2. Leaving all potential prosecutions from illegal activities in the hands of the local juredictions.
3. The removal of Noem.
4. The removal of Hesgeth
5. The removal of Rubio...
January 12, 2026 at 3:10 AM
1. An end to the ICE/DHS/CBP invasion of America's cities, including a drastic & immediate funding cut.
2. Leaving all potential prosecutions from illegal activities in the hands of the local juredictions.
3. The removal of Noem.
4. The removal of Hesgeth
5. The removal of Rubio...
2. Leaving all potential prosecutions from illegal activities in the hands of the local juredictions.
3. The removal of Noem.
4. The removal of Hesgeth
5. The removal of Rubio...