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The best argument against an Unitary Executive Theory is Donald Trump.
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Thailand is known for its scenic beaches, Buddhist temples, and vibrant nightlife.nnHowever, it also serves as a cautionary tale of a society where democratic institutions crumble, leaving oligarchs to fight it out. (from the archive)
Humbled Thai Billionaire Is a Warning to Trump-Era Populists
Thaksin Shinawatra’s nearly three-decade dominance of Thai politics is coming to an end.
bloom.bg
December 25, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Thailand is known for its scenic beaches, Buddhist temples, and vibrant nightlife.nnHowever, it also serves as a cautionary tale of a society where democratic institutions crumble, leaving oligarchs to fight it out. (from the archive)
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What if we spent the $100,000 per person in America setting them up with housing assistance, healthcare, education, etc? www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12...
December 25, 2025 at 12:19 AM
What if we spent the $100,000 per person in America setting them up with housing assistance, healthcare, education, etc? www.nytimes.com/live/2025/12...
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The federal government abruptly cut nearly $12 million in grants to the American Academy of Pediatrics in retaliation for criticizing policies of Health Secretary RFK Jr., the organization alleged in a new lawsuit.
National pediatrics association sues, claiming HHS grant cuts were retaliatory
The American Academy of Pediatrics says nearly $12 million in grants cuts were made because it criticized Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s policies.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 24, 2025 at 10:45 PM
The federal government abruptly cut nearly $12 million in grants to the American Academy of Pediatrics in retaliation for criticizing policies of Health Secretary RFK Jr., the organization alleged in a new lawsuit.
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Little kid just wants to hear about Santa and Trump wants to talk about himself again. bsky.app/profile/acyn...
Trump to child from Pennsylvania: Pennsylvania is great, we won Pennsylvania, actually three times. We won it a landslide.
December 24, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Little kid just wants to hear about Santa and Trump wants to talk about himself again. bsky.app/profile/acyn...
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🔺 NEW: The Trump administration has said it will take “a few more weeks” to release all of the Epstein files because documents relating to the FBI investigation into the disgraced financier are still being uncovered
Epstein files will take weeks to be released in full, DoJ says
www.thetimes.com
December 24, 2025 at 10:26 PM
🔺 NEW: The Trump administration has said it will take “a few more weeks” to release all of the Epstein files because documents relating to the FBI investigation into the disgraced financier are still being uncovered
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Jack Smith is calling for the House Judiciary Committee to release the recording of his full closed-door deposition before the panel.
"Doing so will ensure that the American people can hear the facts directly from Mr. Smith, rather than through second-hand accounts."
"Doing so will ensure that the American people can hear the facts directly from Mr. Smith, rather than through second-hand accounts."
December 24, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Jack Smith is calling for the House Judiciary Committee to release the recording of his full closed-door deposition before the panel.
"Doing so will ensure that the American people can hear the facts directly from Mr. Smith, rather than through second-hand accounts."
"Doing so will ensure that the American people can hear the facts directly from Mr. Smith, rather than through second-hand accounts."
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Prof. Josh Blackman resigns from right-wing think tank the Heritage Foundation: “Dear Kevin Roberts — Your initial remarks were indefensible. Your apology was underwhelming… you aligned Heritage with the rising tide of antisemitism on the right.” www.publicnotice.co/p/heritage-f...
December 24, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Prof. Josh Blackman resigns from right-wing think tank the Heritage Foundation: “Dear Kevin Roberts — Your initial remarks were indefensible. Your apology was underwhelming… you aligned Heritage with the rising tide of antisemitism on the right.” www.publicnotice.co/p/heritage-f...
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The interfaith group has repeatedly sought entry to the building but has been turned away each time. During their latest effort, they said they wanted to offer “pastoral care” to Christians detained there for the holiday.
Faith leaders denied access to pray with detainees at Broadview ICE facility on Christmas Eve
chicago.suntimes.com
December 24, 2025 at 7:46 PM
The interfaith group has repeatedly sought entry to the building but has been turned away each time. During their latest effort, they said they wanted to offer “pastoral care” to Christians detained there for the holiday.
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Sarah O'Neill, an NSA data scientist who is transgender, disputes the legality of President Donald Trump’s executive order that required the federal government to recognize only two “immutable” sexes: male and female.
NSA Employee Sues the Trump Administration Over Transgender Rights and 'Immutable' Genders
A transgender employee of the National Security Agency is suing the Trump administration for alleged violations of civil rights law.
buff.ly
December 24, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Sarah O'Neill, an NSA data scientist who is transgender, disputes the legality of President Donald Trump’s executive order that required the federal government to recognize only two “immutable” sexes: male and female.
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We don’t spend enough time discussing how the entire MAGA movement is kept afloat by the constant threats of stochastic terrorism orchestrated by the president of the United States.
Congress, the courts, much of the media … all kept in line by the mob boss and his army of anonymous goons.
Congress, the courts, much of the media … all kept in line by the mob boss and his army of anonymous goons.
“I’m 84 years old. Threats against my life expectancy are kind of hollow. I don’t have much time anyway. I’m more concerned that our democracy is at risk because of the trends against the rule of law.” www.nbcnews.com/politics/pol...
Judges who ruled against Trump say harassment and threats have changed their lives
More than 100 pizzas were delivered to the homes of judges and their families this year, some with signs of foreign involvement. Judges say the message is clear: We know where you live.
www.nbcnews.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:06 PM
We don’t spend enough time discussing how the entire MAGA movement is kept afloat by the constant threats of stochastic terrorism orchestrated by the president of the United States.
Congress, the courts, much of the media … all kept in line by the mob boss and his army of anonymous goons.
Congress, the courts, much of the media … all kept in line by the mob boss and his army of anonymous goons.
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Trump Mobile is under fire after fans discovered it is selling refurbished iPhones for around $500, sparking claims of inflated prices and broken promises 📱😮
The service, promoted as an alternative for “real Americans,” was meant to launch a gold T1 smartphone.
#News #Technology #fblifestyle
The service, promoted as an alternative for “real Americans,” was meant to launch a gold T1 smartphone.
#News #Technology #fblifestyle
December 24, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Trump Mobile is under fire after fans discovered it is selling refurbished iPhones for around $500, sparking claims of inflated prices and broken promises 📱😮
The service, promoted as an alternative for “real Americans,” was meant to launch a gold T1 smartphone.
#News #Technology #fblifestyle
The service, promoted as an alternative for “real Americans,” was meant to launch a gold T1 smartphone.
#News #Technology #fblifestyle
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DHS's handling of the incident raises questions about the department's oversight mechanisms to investigate employee misconduct. n.pr/4jlKsEc
ICE officer accused of excessive force, then sent back to work despite active probe
DHS's handling of the incident raises questions about the department's oversight mechanisms to investigate employee misconduct.
n.pr
December 24, 2025 at 1:39 PM
DHS's handling of the incident raises questions about the department's oversight mechanisms to investigate employee misconduct. n.pr/4jlKsEc
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Research has found that fixing up abandoned homes can make a city safer. Philadelphia's H.O.M.E Plan calls for building and rehabbing 30,000 homes in four years.
Could Philly's $2 Billion Bet on Housing Help Reduce Gun Violence?
Research has found that fixing up abandoned homes can make a city safer. The H.O.M.E Plan calls for building and rehabbing 30,000 homes in four years.
www.thetrace.org
December 24, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Research has found that fixing up abandoned homes can make a city safer. Philadelphia's H.O.M.E Plan calls for building and rehabbing 30,000 homes in four years.
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ICE is out of control.
"Her family has now been told she has been deported, despite US District Judge Brendan Hurson ruling Thursday that she could not be deported pending a hearing...attorneys said Monday that they have...confirm[ed] with the hospital she was born in Maryland." https://bit.ly/3MMdJvz
ICE detains woman whose lawyer insists is US citizen. DHS says she isn't
Federal agents arrested Dulce Consuelo Diaz Morales on her way home in Baltimore, Maryland.
bit.ly
December 24, 2025 at 4:07 AM
ICE is out of control.
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Donald Trump, Tuesday, December 23, 2025: "Anybody that disagrees with me will never be the Fed Chairman."
Words that will haunt any Trump Fed nominee.
Trump could not be more clear: he's going to install a puppet that serves his needs, not the American people.
Words that will haunt any Trump Fed nominee.
Trump could not be more clear: he's going to install a puppet that serves his needs, not the American people.
December 23, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Donald Trump, Tuesday, December 23, 2025: "Anybody that disagrees with me will never be the Fed Chairman."
Words that will haunt any Trump Fed nominee.
Trump could not be more clear: he's going to install a puppet that serves his needs, not the American people.
Words that will haunt any Trump Fed nominee.
Trump could not be more clear: he's going to install a puppet that serves his needs, not the American people.
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The President of the United States shows his sense of humor. He thinks this is funny…
Yeah. It’s REAL funny. (Not)
Yeah. It’s REAL funny. (Not)
December 24, 2025 at 2:06 AM
The President of the United States shows his sense of humor. He thinks this is funny…
Yeah. It’s REAL funny. (Not)
Yeah. It’s REAL funny. (Not)
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A federal judge rejected a challenge by the largest U.S. business lobby group to U.S. President Donald Trump’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas for highly skilled foreign workers, saying it fell under his broad powers to regulate immigration.
www.thehindu.com/news/interna...
www.thehindu.com/news/interna...
U.S. judge rejects business group's challenge to Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee
U.S. judge upholds Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, ruling it within his immigration regulation powers despite business group challenges.
www.thehindu.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:28 AM
A federal judge rejected a challenge by the largest U.S. business lobby group to U.S. President Donald Trump’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas for highly skilled foreign workers, saying it fell under his broad powers to regulate immigration.
www.thehindu.com/news/interna...
www.thehindu.com/news/interna...
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I'm pleased to publish this piece in @theatlantic.com on a topic that is near and dear to my heart.
The DOJ once considered crimes involving a breach of public trust "to be among the most serious offenses on the books"—but now Trump is "reshaping the American system of governance to make room for graft," the former pardon attorney Liz Oyer argues.
Trump Is Using a Sacred Power for Depraved Purposes
The president’s pardons encourage public officials to place personal interests ahead of the interests of the people.
bit.ly
December 15, 2025 at 7:47 PM
I'm pleased to publish this piece in @theatlantic.com on a topic that is near and dear to my heart.
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Days after FIFA gave him a medal, Trump’s DOJ started dismantling a major corruption prosecution that ensnared dozens of soccer executives worldwide. Another shameless case of the president corrupting our justice system. And all it took was a shiny object. youtube.com/shorts/jq48e...
Trump stops prosecuting corruption in soccer after FIFA gives him a prize
YouTube video by Lawyer Oyer
youtube.com
December 21, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Days after FIFA gave him a medal, Trump’s DOJ started dismantling a major corruption prosecution that ensnared dozens of soccer executives worldwide. Another shameless case of the president corrupting our justice system. And all it took was a shiny object. youtube.com/shorts/jq48e...
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Who was America's first self-made female millionaire?
Entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, born #OTD in 1867. She built an empire with a line of beauty & hair care products for Black women. Known for her philanthropy & activism, she supported #civilrights causes & was a patron of the arts.
Entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, born #OTD in 1867. She built an empire with a line of beauty & hair care products for Black women. Known for her philanthropy & activism, she supported #civilrights causes & was a patron of the arts.
December 23, 2025 at 11:41 PM
Who was America's first self-made female millionaire?
Entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, born #OTD in 1867. She built an empire with a line of beauty & hair care products for Black women. Known for her philanthropy & activism, she supported #civilrights causes & was a patron of the arts.
Entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, born #OTD in 1867. She built an empire with a line of beauty & hair care products for Black women. Known for her philanthropy & activism, she supported #civilrights causes & was a patron of the arts.
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JUST IN: Judge blocks Trump's attempt to strip security clearance from whistleblower lawyer Mark Zaid. Judge Amir Ali (Biden) says the move may violate Constitution's ban on bills of attainder. Doc: ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show...
ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov
December 24, 2025 at 3:04 AM
JUST IN: Judge blocks Trump's attempt to strip security clearance from whistleblower lawyer Mark Zaid. Judge Amir Ali (Biden) says the move may violate Constitution's ban on bills of attainder. Doc: ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show...
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"A Miami Herald reporter witnessed the agents forcefully removing Dayana — who is 4-feet, 11-inches tall and weighs 85 pounds — from her white Toyota Corolla. The footage shows Dayana yelling at the reporter to help her and that she was a United States citizen"
only a bit above the paywall but you get the horrible gist www.miamiherald.com/news/local/i...
Body cam footage shows feds threatening U.S. citizen detained in Key Largo
The woman, dressed in medical scrubs, was on her way to work when she was forcibly removed from her car and cuffed before being let go.
www.miamiherald.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:22 AM
"A Miami Herald reporter witnessed the agents forcefully removing Dayana — who is 4-feet, 11-inches tall and weighs 85 pounds — from her white Toyota Corolla. The footage shows Dayana yelling at the reporter to help her and that she was a United States citizen"
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not something you ever want to hear from past CDC leadership, but it’s the truth
His view on the future is pretty bleak. He thinks much of what public health has achieved in the US will be dismantled:
"We've entered this, like, dark age and it's going to get worse. It is going to get so much worse."
"We've entered this, like, dark age and it's going to get worse. It is going to get so much worse."
December 23, 2025 at 2:38 PM
not something you ever want to hear from past CDC leadership, but it’s the truth
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via The New Yorker, Ellis Rosen cartoon
December 23, 2025 at 5:31 AM
via The New Yorker, Ellis Rosen cartoon
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the least shocking thing in the epstein files that wont get enough attention. police regularly arrest and charge victims to coerce them into participating, often jailing them in conditions that are worse.
jesus the Palm Beach Police really sought arrest warrants against underage Epstein victims for coming forward and cooperating, and (purported) admitting to crimes, and it caused the victims to become uncooperative with the federal investigation
![. . . very cooperative, but the police at that point had to let [redacted] know that what she had done that she could be facing charges.
Q And that was after they had told her earlier that she didn't need an attorney present, correct?
A Exactly.
Q Okay. So this happens to her with the Palm Beach Police Department and did the Palm Beach Police actually present or propose charging [redacted]?
A They did get a probable cause affidavit against [redacted].
Q And is that why Ms. [redacted] and her attorney were concerned about her testimony here?
A Yes.
Q Now was a subpoena issued for Ms. [redacted] on behalf of this grand jury?
A Yes, it was.
Q And before Ms. [redacted] would comply with that, did she -- did her attorney request some sort of order?
A Yes.
Q And what did he ask for?
A He asked for immunity for [redacted].](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:eoss3vmzem55cm5kuddhdmwn/bafkreiariijffjjrgfh26o22jjr76pwprinvnbpkcho5lyi2sucfbqlooy@jpeg)
December 23, 2025 at 8:10 PM
the least shocking thing in the epstein files that wont get enough attention. police regularly arrest and charge victims to coerce them into participating, often jailing them in conditions that are worse.