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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 1h

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Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to charges of making a false statement to Congress and obstruction of a congressional proceeding during his arraignment at a federal court in Virginia this morning.

Live updates: Trump says Pritzker deserves jail amid National Guard tension; James Comey pleads not guilty

We’d like to hear from you about how you’re experiencing the government shutdown, whether you’re a federal employee who can’t work right now or someone who is

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 3h

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Global financial markets could tumble if investors' mood sours on the prospects for artificial intelligence or the independence of the U.S. Federal Reserve, the Bank of England warned on Wednesday.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 3h

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The group of people is captured on video lifting the chopper as paramedics free Smith.

"We just ran up to it and found a spot to grab onto the helicopter and just pushed and lifted it best we could, we had to lift it up," said Ken.

Bystanders describe lifting Sacramento helicopter wreckage to free pinned victim after crash landing

Terry De Crescenzo captured the moment on video as her husband, Ken, and more than a dozen other bystanders raced to help lift the crashed helicopter off a pinned victim.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 3h

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James Comey will appear in court for an arraignment Wednesday, after the Justice Department took the unprecedented step of criminally charging the former FBI director and Trump foe in late September.

Ex-FBI chief James Comey in court today for arraignment — here's what to expect

Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, will appear in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since being criminally charged.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 4h

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Approach and departure facilities for Houston, Newark and Las Vegas did not have enough controllers working for at least part of Tuesday evening, along with the facilities that handle planes in the Boston, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Dallas areas.

Delays spread to major airports across the country, as the government shutdown impacts travelers | CNN

There would not be enough air traffic controllers in the tower at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport Tuesday night, the Federal Aviation Administration warned. In Nashville, so many controllers ha...

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 4h

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Trump seems to view federal funds like a personal presidential piggy bank.

On Tuesday, Trump raised the possibility he’d choose which workers got back pay in another attempt to pressure Democrats to vote to reopen the government.

Analysis: How Trump uses federal cash that’s not his to spend to pursue his questionable goals | CNN Politics

Donald Trump seems to view federal funds like a personal presidential piggy bank.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 4h

Thank you Dianne !
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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 13h

Thank you Lizzy !
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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 13h

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 16h

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 17h

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Tulsi Gabbard in the last month issued a memo ordering U.S. intelligence agencies to conduct a review of whether random polygraph examinations of their employees or contractors are feasible.

DNI Tulsi Gabbard orders U.S. intel agency leaders to stem leaks

DNI Tulsi Gabbard issued a directive to review polygraph policies and curb press leaks, echoing actions taken by the Bush and Obama administrations.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 17h

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Trump's administration is proposing that federal employees idled by the government shutdown would not automatically get retroactive pay when the standoff ends.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 18h

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Federal judge who previously issued a ruling to block mass layoffs by Trump's administration said on Tuesday that a new lawsuit over threatened layoffs during the partial government shutdown is related to that earlier case, and took over hearing it.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 18h

Thank you Maple Mama !
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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 20h

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The lyrics, featuring explicit criticism of ICE raids under Trump’s administration, have led to fierce condemnation from conservative fans and commentators, while others have praised Bryan’s willingness to address politically charged issues.

Zach Bryan's "Bad News" ICE song sparks MAGA fury

The country music star's teaser of the track has riled up President Donald Trump's supporters.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 20h

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Speaker Mike Johnson said the House could come back to pass emergency legislation to pay troops during the government shutdown. Senate Majority Leader John Thune wasn’t willing to go there.

Republican leaders clash on emergency troop pay vote

Some lawmakers want to move standalone legislation to deliver military paychecks amid the shutdown.

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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 21h

IN HONOR OF FRIENDSHIP MONTH:

djt: "We have certain things in common, Jeffrey."

Epstein: "Yes we do, come to think of it."

djt: "A pal is a wonderful thing. Happy Birthday- and may every day be another wonderful secret."

And by "wonderful secret", he means raping children.

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Deborah Lynn @mrsdeborahlynn.bsky.social · 20h

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Experts say there’s no single, across-the-board increase, but increases are likely for many people on employer-sponsored plans. And even if your monthly premium stays the same, you could still end up paying more through higher deductibles or copays.

Your health insurance through work could face higher premiums next year

Employer surveys estimate health plan costs will climb about 9% next year, which may show up in workers’ monthly premiums or through higher deductibles and copays.

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