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A top Democratic lawmaker revealed how an investigation has found that President Donald Trump and his allies have been accused of using the Kennedy Center for their own personal gains.
Trump accused of 'slush fund' by turning the Kennedy Center into a MAGA 'private club'
A top Democratic lawmaker revealed how an investigation has found that President Donald Trump and his allies have been accused of using the Kennedy Center for their own personal gains. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), an ex officio member of the Kennedy Center board, launched the formal investigation...
bit.ly
January 1, 2026 at 11:00 PM
A top Democratic lawmaker revealed how an investigation has found that President Donald Trump and his allies have been accused of using the Kennedy Center for their own personal gains.
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So in 2026, the USPS will no longer process mail as it comes in. It will process mail when they feel like it. So they can deliver a letter or a package a month later. The Convicted FElon is doing this to prevent mail-in voting without outlawing it. He doesn't want the Democrats to win the Midterms.
December 31, 2025 at 8:06 PM
So in 2026, the USPS will no longer process mail as it comes in. It will process mail when they feel like it. So they can deliver a letter or a package a month later. The Convicted FElon is doing this to prevent mail-in voting without outlawing it. He doesn't want the Democrats to win the Midterms.
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Backstage in LA with @reptedlieu.bsky.social @stephaniemiller.bsky.social and Rob Reiner. Photo by @troyconrad.bsky.social
Wishing you a 2026 with many, many beautiful new memories.
With gratitude to everyone who stands up
to those who punch down.
Wishing you a 2026 with many, many beautiful new memories.
With gratitude to everyone who stands up
to those who punch down.
December 31, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Backstage in LA with @reptedlieu.bsky.social @stephaniemiller.bsky.social and Rob Reiner. Photo by @troyconrad.bsky.social
Wishing you a 2026 with many, many beautiful new memories.
With gratitude to everyone who stands up
to those who punch down.
Wishing you a 2026 with many, many beautiful new memories.
With gratitude to everyone who stands up
to those who punch down.
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👏👏
From the inimitable and amazing @therealbettemidler.bsky.social
Thank you!
Thank you!
January 1, 2026 at 9:10 AM
👏👏
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A federal appeals court is blocking Hawaii from enforcing a climate change tourist tax on cruise ship passengers.
Federal ruling blocks Hawaii's climate change tourist tax on cruise ships
A federal appeals court is blocking Hawaii from enforcing a climate change tourist tax on cruise ship passengers. The tax was set to begin in 2026.
bit.ly
January 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM
A federal appeals court is blocking Hawaii from enforcing a climate change tourist tax on cruise ship passengers.
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The world we knew is gone.
The U.S. has picked the side of dictatorship.
We can still fight—but only if we face this: America is not on our side.
The U.S. has picked the side of dictatorship.
We can still fight—but only if we face this: America is not on our side.
January 1, 2026 at 10:33 AM
The world we knew is gone.
The U.S. has picked the side of dictatorship.
We can still fight—but only if we face this: America is not on our side.
The U.S. has picked the side of dictatorship.
We can still fight—but only if we face this: America is not on our side.
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Say what you will about the Times, but this is a thing of beauty.
(gift link)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
(gift link)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Trump’s Tangled Web of Deal-Making, Policy and Riches
The president, his family and some of their closest associates have engaged in a sprawling campaign of deals that stretches across industries and the globe.
www.nytimes.com
January 1, 2026 at 11:06 AM
Say what you will about the Times, but this is a thing of beauty.
(gift link)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
(gift link)
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
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In 2026, let us all remember that Elon Musk is not a genius, but a guy who got lucky on PayPal even though his colleagues at the time openly mocked him, then got giant loans from the government that saved Tesla, then killed 600,000 people by gutting USAID, and now gets high on ketamine a lot
Elon Musk promised a lot of things by 2025
- colonists arriving on Mars
- xAI achieving AGI
- Tesla robotaxis serving half the U.S.
- completely driverless robotaxis
- a Tesla Roadster demo
- DOGE cutting trillions
none of them happened
mashable.com/article/elon-mus...
- colonists arriving on Mars
- xAI achieving AGI
- Tesla robotaxis serving half the U.S.
- completely driverless robotaxis
- a Tesla Roadster demo
- DOGE cutting trillions
none of them happened
mashable.com/article/elon-mus...
Everything Elon Musk promised in 2025, but didn't deliver
Musk is now infamous for his false promises, but even this is excessive.
mashable.com
January 1, 2026 at 5:38 AM
In 2026, let us all remember that Elon Musk is not a genius, but a guy who got lucky on PayPal even though his colleagues at the time openly mocked him, then got giant loans from the government that saved Tesla, then killed 600,000 people by gutting USAID, and now gets high on ketamine a lot
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Happy New Year, start it off smiling with this golden oldie
4 yrs ago today, a family member managed a truly spectacular own goal, splintered his domestic bliss, & in the process, united the world for a day.
On popular request, I shall now recreate the livetweet thread from that day
So gather around children, for this is the tale of The Rice Truck Saga
On popular request, I shall now recreate the livetweet thread from that day
So gather around children, for this is the tale of The Rice Truck Saga
January 1, 2026 at 9:11 AM
Happy New Year, start it off smiling with this golden oldie
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It seems obvious, but it's important that the person who investigated this more than anyone else states that it is factual. If Trump had not gathered the crowd and mobilized them to violence, violence would not have happened.
Capitol riot 'does not happen' without Trump, Jack Smith told Congress
Former special counsel Jack Smith told lawmakers that the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol “does not happen” without President Donald Trump.
apnews.com
January 1, 2026 at 10:17 AM
It seems obvious, but it's important that the person who investigated this more than anyone else states that it is factual. If Trump had not gathered the crowd and mobilized them to violence, violence would not have happened.
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had to pay for his defense.
Thousands of MAGAs who donated money based on the’Big Lie’ were unaware that the monthly donation option was already checked, leaving some homeless & hungry.
As a grifter Trump sold all kinds of junk-cheap watches, Bibles, coins, wine, etc. 3)
time.com/7342470/trum...
Thousands of MAGAs who donated money based on the’Big Lie’ were unaware that the monthly donation option was already checked, leaving some homeless & hungry.
As a grifter Trump sold all kinds of junk-cheap watches, Bibles, coins, wine, etc. 3)
time.com/7342470/trum...
3 Ways Trump’s Wealth Has Soared Since He Returned to Offic
Trump has enriched himself while in office like no other President in U.S. history. Here's why his net worth grew by billions in 2025
time.com
January 1, 2026 at 3:58 AM
had to pay for his defense.
Thousands of MAGAs who donated money based on the’Big Lie’ were unaware that the monthly donation option was already checked, leaving some homeless & hungry.
As a grifter Trump sold all kinds of junk-cheap watches, Bibles, coins, wine, etc. 3)
time.com/7342470/trum...
Thousands of MAGAs who donated money based on the’Big Lie’ were unaware that the monthly donation option was already checked, leaving some homeless & hungry.
As a grifter Trump sold all kinds of junk-cheap watches, Bibles, coins, wine, etc. 3)
time.com/7342470/trum...
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He’s invested heavily in crypto & AI. He has all kinds of Stock with companies that depend upon decisions made by the federal government. He is contracting to build his Hotels all over the world & has received special considerations from some of the countries. 4)
share.newsbreak.com/gjyj3qr0?s=i4
share.newsbreak.com/gjyj3qr0?s=i4
The $7 Billion Presidency: How Trump’s Wealth Doubled in One Year - NewsBreak
The best local & breaking news source in the US, featuring local weather, alerts, deals, events and more.
share.newsbreak.com
January 1, 2026 at 4:06 AM
He’s invested heavily in crypto & AI. He has all kinds of Stock with companies that depend upon decisions made by the federal government. He is contracting to build his Hotels all over the world & has received special considerations from some of the countries. 4)
share.newsbreak.com/gjyj3qr0?s=i4
share.newsbreak.com/gjyj3qr0?s=i4
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We are launching a $2,026 fund to help launch training workshops for labor newsletter writers in 2026.
Donate to help us launch our first workshop in January.
Feliz Ano Novo to yinz!
paydayreport.com/2-026-fund-t...
Donate to help us launch our first workshop in January.
Feliz Ano Novo to yinz!
paydayreport.com/2-026-fund-t...
$2,026 Fund to Train Citizen Journalists to Write Labor Newsletters in 2026
2026 will be my 10th year producing Payday Report full-time. It’s going to be one of Payday’s more transformative years as we seek to hold workshops and train others in how to build a movement of news...
paydayreport.com
January 1, 2026 at 2:57 AM
We are launching a $2,026 fund to help launch training workshops for labor newsletter writers in 2026.
Donate to help us launch our first workshop in January.
Feliz Ano Novo to yinz!
paydayreport.com/2-026-fund-t...
Donate to help us launch our first workshop in January.
Feliz Ano Novo to yinz!
paydayreport.com/2-026-fund-t...
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When people behave in ways that appear out of sync with their stated values, that's hypocrisy.
What we’ve collectively witnessed is also a classic psychological phenomenon: cognitive dissonance.
It pitts values against structural beliefs.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/comp...
What we’ve collectively witnessed is also a classic psychological phenomenon: cognitive dissonance.
It pitts values against structural beliefs.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/comp...
Why Politics Makes Us Bend Our Own Values
Cognitive dissonance drives us to bend our values in politics. Learning to face it with curiosity can turn hypocrisy into growth and connection.
www.psychologytoday.com
December 31, 2025 at 8:42 PM
When people behave in ways that appear out of sync with their stated values, that's hypocrisy.
What we’ve collectively witnessed is also a classic psychological phenomenon: cognitive dissonance.
It pitts values against structural beliefs.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/comp...
What we’ve collectively witnessed is also a classic psychological phenomenon: cognitive dissonance.
It pitts values against structural beliefs.
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/comp...
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Happy New Year. My first post is here to praise the House Oversight Committee for creating this ICE reporting dashboard to track the illegal actions of ICE. Thank you Rep Roh Khanna and the others from the House Oversight Committee for taking this important action! See the link below
January 1, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Happy New Year. My first post is here to praise the House Oversight Committee for creating this ICE reporting dashboard to track the illegal actions of ICE. Thank you Rep Roh Khanna and the others from the House Oversight Committee for taking this important action! See the link below
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Can’t wait Allison! Listening to the whole deposition this New Year’s morning. This will be another gift that keeps on giving! 😂
WHAT were they thinking in trying to “take on” #JackSmith!? He lands blow after blow & finally gets a chance to litigate the Jan 6th case in the court of public opinion.
WHAT were they thinking in trying to “take on” #JackSmith!? He lands blow after blow & finally gets a chance to litigate the Jan 6th case in the court of public opinion.
Just finished reading the Jack Smith transcript. I've highlighted what I consider to be stand-out moments, and our team at MSW Media will be cutting together a highlight reel for you. Stay tuned!
January 1, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Can’t wait Allison! Listening to the whole deposition this New Year’s morning. This will be another gift that keeps on giving! 😂
WHAT were they thinking in trying to “take on” #JackSmith!? He lands blow after blow & finally gets a chance to litigate the Jan 6th case in the court of public opinion.
WHAT were they thinking in trying to “take on” #JackSmith!? He lands blow after blow & finally gets a chance to litigate the Jan 6th case in the court of public opinion.
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#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue #DV1 #DV1
President Zelenskyy honestly faces his citizens and offers the right mix of hope and a picture of reality.
He takes risks and walks the tightrope for his nation. He never seeks his glory.
Democratic allies must keep supporting 🇺🇦 in 2026.
President Zelenskyy honestly faces his citizens and offers the right mix of hope and a picture of reality.
He takes risks and walks the tightrope for his nation. He never seeks his glory.
Democratic allies must keep supporting 🇺🇦 in 2026.
January 1, 2026 at 10:02 AM
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue #DV1 #DV1
President Zelenskyy honestly faces his citizens and offers the right mix of hope and a picture of reality.
He takes risks and walks the tightrope for his nation. He never seeks his glory.
Democratic allies must keep supporting 🇺🇦 in 2026.
President Zelenskyy honestly faces his citizens and offers the right mix of hope and a picture of reality.
He takes risks and walks the tightrope for his nation. He never seeks his glory.
Democratic allies must keep supporting 🇺🇦 in 2026.
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Just finished reading the Jack Smith transcript. I've highlighted what I consider to be stand-out moments, and our team at MSW Media will be cutting together a highlight reel for you. Stay tuned!
January 1, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Just finished reading the Jack Smith transcript. I've highlighted what I consider to be stand-out moments, and our team at MSW Media will be cutting together a highlight reel for you. Stay tuned!
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People will die. Let’s due better in the new year and look out for one another —
We can start by engaging with our MOC’s. We CAN make a difference.
Please call your reps and tell them to vote to extend the ACA subsidies.
The vote in Jan 6th
This is not a drill.
We can start by engaging with our MOC’s. We CAN make a difference.
Please call your reps and tell them to vote to extend the ACA subsidies.
The vote in Jan 6th
This is not a drill.
January 1, 2026 at 10:39 AM
People will die. Let’s due better in the new year and look out for one another —
We can start by engaging with our MOC’s. We CAN make a difference.
Please call your reps and tell them to vote to extend the ACA subsidies.
The vote in Jan 6th
This is not a drill.
We can start by engaging with our MOC’s. We CAN make a difference.
Please call your reps and tell them to vote to extend the ACA subsidies.
The vote in Jan 6th
This is not a drill.
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President Trump posts an image and writes “Windmills are killing all of our beautiful Bald Eagles!”
The image is a dead falcon at an Israeli wind turbine, as seen in this 2017 Haaretz story.
The image is a dead falcon at an Israeli wind turbine, as seen in this 2017 Haaretz story.
December 31, 2025 at 3:51 PM
President Trump posts an image and writes “Windmills are killing all of our beautiful Bald Eagles!”
The image is a dead falcon at an Israeli wind turbine, as seen in this 2017 Haaretz story.
The image is a dead falcon at an Israeli wind turbine, as seen in this 2017 Haaretz story.
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If this had been dropped before the election would have trump in prison instead where he belongs, instead of hell he put America and world through
It seems obvious, but it's important that the person who investigated this more than anyone else states that it is factual. If Trump had not gathered the crowd and mobilized them to violence, violence would not have happened.
Capitol riot 'does not happen' without Trump, Jack Smith told Congress
Former special counsel Jack Smith told lawmakers that the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol “does not happen” without President Donald Trump.
apnews.com
January 1, 2026 at 10:45 AM
If this had been dropped before the election would have trump in prison instead where he belongs, instead of hell he put America and world through
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“The biggest disappointment of 2025 may well have been not what Trump did but how so many let it happen.” @sbg1.bsky.social reviews the year in politics.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me/7co9Uv
newyorkermag.visitlink.me/7co9Uv
December 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM
“The biggest disappointment of 2025 may well have been not what Trump did but how so many let it happen.” @sbg1.bsky.social reviews the year in politics.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me/7co9Uv
newyorkermag.visitlink.me/7co9Uv
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Mark Cuban: Dems are “not offering any solutions and they’re certainly not saying ‘Break up the big insurance companies, break up the big hospital networks.’ At least if they said that, it would show that they understood what the hell was going on.” lnk.thebulwark.com/3L9cCFO
Mark Cuban Tells Us How He Can Fix America’s Shitty Health Care
The entrepreneur wants to do what many in his position have tried and failed to accomplish.
lnk.thebulwark.com
December 31, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Mark Cuban: Dems are “not offering any solutions and they’re certainly not saying ‘Break up the big insurance companies, break up the big hospital networks.’ At least if they said that, it would show that they understood what the hell was going on.” lnk.thebulwark.com/3L9cCFO
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President Trump promised punishment for Colorado. And delivered.
Relocating Space Command
Denying disaster funding for wildfires and floods
Planning to dismantle NCAR
DOJ investigation of Colorado's prisons
Vetoing a clean drinking water project
👇👇👇
Relocating Space Command
Denying disaster funding for wildfires and floods
Planning to dismantle NCAR
DOJ investigation of Colorado's prisons
Vetoing a clean drinking water project
👇👇👇
December 31, 2025 at 5:01 AM
President Trump promised punishment for Colorado. And delivered.
Relocating Space Command
Denying disaster funding for wildfires and floods
Planning to dismantle NCAR
DOJ investigation of Colorado's prisons
Vetoing a clean drinking water project
👇👇👇
Relocating Space Command
Denying disaster funding for wildfires and floods
Planning to dismantle NCAR
DOJ investigation of Colorado's prisons
Vetoing a clean drinking water project
👇👇👇
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I have chronic myeloid leukemia.
Managed by a pill everyday. Leukemia makes you very tired of even though you try and keep going forward so I can't imagine what she went through.
Footnote to chemotherapy in the pill form is over $600 per pill per day for the rest of my life.
Managed by a pill everyday. Leukemia makes you very tired of even though you try and keep going forward so I can't imagine what she went through.
Footnote to chemotherapy in the pill form is over $600 per pill per day for the rest of my life.
It’s hard to fathom the tragedy of another Kennedy-this time Tatiana Schlossberg-dying at such a relatively young age
But it’s unimaginable to comprehend what she felt, while cancer was stealing her life, as she watched her cousin cut research that might’ve saved other victims of malignant diseases
But it’s unimaginable to comprehend what she felt, while cancer was stealing her life, as she watched her cousin cut research that might’ve saved other victims of malignant diseases
"As I spent more and more of my life under the care of doctors, nurses, and researchers striving to improve the lives of others, I watched as Bobby cut nearly a half billion dollars for research into mRNA vaccines, technology that could be used against certain cancers”
www.pbs.org/newshour/nat...
www.pbs.org/newshour/nat...
December 31, 2025 at 5:01 AM
I have chronic myeloid leukemia.
Managed by a pill everyday. Leukemia makes you very tired of even though you try and keep going forward so I can't imagine what she went through.
Footnote to chemotherapy in the pill form is over $600 per pill per day for the rest of my life.
Managed by a pill everyday. Leukemia makes you very tired of even though you try and keep going forward so I can't imagine what she went through.
Footnote to chemotherapy in the pill form is over $600 per pill per day for the rest of my life.