Joe My God news stories I want to share. 9-30-2026


Flock wants to shut down the Flock Surveillance Map, a detailed map of its surveillance devices. The database not only shows the scope of Flock's reach, but also its vulnerability to data leaks. Read Nikita Mazurov's article at: theintercept.com/2026/09/24/h…

— S.T.O.P.—Surveillance Technology Oversight Project (@stopspyingny.bsky.social) 2026-09-25T20:35:41.740Z

Trump allies could use midterms ‘counting window’ to disrupt results, experts warn

— The Guardian (@theguardian.com) 2026-09-27T10:19:57.237Z






http://www.cnn.com/2026/09/28/p… Nothing to see here. Just your typical Republican candidate. @petehoekstra

— Louis Shalako (@louisshalako.bsky.social) 2026-09-28T10:01:21.251Z

‘We Speak English Here!’ CA Governor Candidate Steve Hilton Outlines His Plan For English-Only Schools

— Mediaite (@mediaite.com) 2026-09-28T00:24:49Z

Trump administration finalizes repeal of Biden-era Title IX rule

— Politico (@politico.com) 2026-09-28T14:27:53Z


Republican voter election fraud in California! District Attorney Dan Dow announced today that a San Luis Obispo County jury has convicted Gaea Edde Powell (DOB 12/02/1962) on all nine counts charged

— Laguna Beach Democratic Club (@lagunabeachdems.bsky.social) 2026-09-28T17:16:47.757Z

President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court on Monday for help ending most gender-affirming healthcare for transgender people in federal prisons. @kelseyreichmann.bsky.social http://www.courthousenews.com/trump-taps-s…

— Courthouse News (@courthousenews.bsky.social) 2026-09-28T16:46:43.527Z

Republicans are finally coming to learn that Hegseth is incompetent. They should have known from the start. http://www.semafor.com/article/09/2…

— A Long Walk Home (@lwhome.bsky.social) 2026-09-28T11:15:54.569Z

After first denying that the attacks occurred, the Hegseth Pentagon now acknowledges that Marines were injured during them. http://www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat…

— Scott Horton (@robertscotthorton.bsky.social) 2026-09-28T02:03:24.189Z

“I know it’s not the president,” she said. “My people want to know why. I don’t have an answer.” And that’s the problem right there. apnews.com/article/spea…

— Sailing Steve (@sailingsteve.bsky.social) 2026-09-28T12:24:37.839Z

The Trump administration floated an idea that would have virtually shut down mail voting: requiring all ballots to be delivered exclusively through certified mail, ProPublica has learned. by @jenafifield.bsky.social @peterelkind.bsky.social

— Charles Ornstein (@charlesornstein.bsky.social) 2026-09-28T15:51:47.182Z



News I want to share. 9-29-2026

























Political news I want to share. 9-9-2026

The Justice Department (DOJ) on Thursday defended renewed plans to inscribe President Trump’s name on the Kennedy Center, insisting it does not run afoul of previous court rulings that found the change was unlawful. thehill.com/regulation/c…

— Lauren Ashley Davis (@laurenmeidasa.bsky.social) 2026-08-27T22:20:39.491Z

Trump admin set to target George Soros nonprofit, Southern Poverty Law Center and CAIR in major tax crackdown: sources

— New York Post (@nypost.com) 2026-08-27T19:19:35.936649Z

Wyoming Republican Gov. Mark Gordon expresses concern over how election observers from the U.S. Justice Department observed the state’s primaries, saying it was “aggressive” and “irregular.”

— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) 2026-08-27T20:00:27.670Z

SCOOP: House Judiciary Democrats led by Rep. Raskin are launching a new probe into Donald Trump Jr. and the venture capital firm he joined as a partner shortly after his father won a second term, alleging possible fraud and insider trading http://www.ms.now/news/don-jr-…

— Kevin Frey (@kevinjfrey.bsky.social) 2026-08-27T18:27:31.054Z

NEW: ICE data released under the Freedom of Information Act reveals that more than half of all ICE arrests are now people with no criminal record; no prior convictions or pending charges.In the first week of August, 55% of all ICE arrests were of people with no criminal record.

— Aaron Reichlin-Melnick (@reichlinmelnick.bsky.social) 2026-08-25T17:23:18.482Z

I've been waiting for this since Trump announced the blockade of Iran.Litigation in a prize court could be one of the few ways to challenge Trump's legal authority for the Iran War in court.www.bloomberg.com/news/article…

— Brian Finucane (@bcfinucane.bsky.social) 2026-08-26T20:32:05.817Z

The Justice Department is preparing to activate a long-dormant maritime war court to streamline military capture of Iranian oil tankers as US prizes, according to three people familiar with the plans.

— Bloomberg Law (@bloomberglaw.com) 2026-08-26T19:14:25Z

BREAKING: The U.S. military faces a “beyond critical” shortage of Patriot missiles in Europe largely driven by the war with Iran, officials say.

— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) 2026-08-27T15:43:32Z

Political news I want to share. 9-4-2026

In a 5-4 vote, the Supreme Court cleared the way for President Donald Trump to continue building the White House ballroom, rejecting a challenge from a preservation group that was seeking to indefinitely halt the controversial project. https://cnn.it/3UsAOqU

— CNN (@cnn.com) 2026-08-31T20:19:08.734312074Z

Trump immediately blames Joe Biden for the 13 deaths at Abbey Gate in Afghanistan. Trump forever forgets he caused the withdrawal problem by negotiating with the Taliban without the Afghan government involved. The withdrawal took longer than the timetable he created.#Trump #Afghanistan #AbbeyGate

— Bill Addis (@paidprotester.bsky.social) 2026-08-26T19:44:24.226Z

MAGA had a meltdown when 13 servicemembers were killed at Abbey Gate trying to evacuate after Trump surrendered to the Taliban. Now the Republicans think it's funny that 13 servicemembers have been killed in the GOP's latest Never Ending War in the Middle East. http://www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-…

— The Sgt Joker (@thesgtjoker.bsky.social) 2026-05-21T17:09:39.363Z

Hey MAGA, remember when Donald Trump freed 5000 Taliban without even speaking to the Afghani government – then the Taliban took over the Afghani government? Then he struck a deal to get out of there and blamed Joe Biden for the Chaos he left behind, I do!

— Phineas (@phineasm.bsky.social) 2024-11-28T13:39:03.861Z

Remember when Trump released 5000 Taliban and one of them is now President of Afghanistan?

— Robert Ellingsworth (@by1959.bsky.social) 2024-08-26T18:04:49.026Z

(Bloomberg) – US allies are privately warning that the Strait of Hormuz is still likely mined, casting doubt on President Donald Trump’s claim that the US Navy has completely removed and detonated explosives laid by Iran.@bloomberg.com http://www.bloomberg.com/news/article…

— Carl Quintanilla (@carlquintanilla.bsky.social) 2026-08-26T17:51:44.932Z

West Point professor says he was pushed out for objecting to climate directive gothamist.com/news/west-po…

— Gothamist (@gothamist.com) 2026-08-26T20:35:31.321584Z

US military has no plans to send troops to the polls in November, top general says

— BanmarNJ (@banmarnj.bsky.social) 2026-08-31T17:33:09.659Z

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a “first-of-its-kind” lawsuit against Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS).

— KSNT 27 News (@ksntnews.bsky.social) 2026-09-01T20:57:01.639Z

RFK Jr. said a Samoa trip had nothing to do with vaccines. New documents obtained by The AP and The Guardian refute that.

— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) 2026-08-27T12:05:18Z

There is no such thing as “conservative-based” science. If you’re not doing evidence-based science, you are making up fairy tales.

— Dr. Lucky Tran (@luckytran.com) 2026-08-25T23:48:00.803Z

Heidi Overton is a far-right, anti-abortion extremist who has no business leading the FDA.The American people deserve someone who will put science and facts FIRST, not another Trump sycophant who will make it their mission to attack medication abortion.I will vote NO.

— Senator Patty Murray (@murray.senate.gov) 2026-08-19T16:31:22.654Z

Pro-life group offers to pay legal fees for activists who defy New Jersey's new abortion law

— New York Post (@nypost.com) 2026-08-26T17:51:57.770903Z

Data centers in the 7 states with the highest concentration of them use more water than L.A., Phoenix, and D.C. combined.Now Trump's EPA is making it even harder for communities to push back against them. He's forcing the Big Tech takeover on America, democracy be damned.

— Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) 2026-08-26T21:00:53.791Z

The brother of a woman killed in a car crash this year says the lack of empathy toward her family has been shocking.

— HuffPost (@huffpost.com) 2026-08-26T15:18:57.887Z

Breaking News: A judge sided with Texas over Minnesota over the extradition of an ICE agent who was charged in an on-duty shooting.

— The New York Times (@nytimes.com) 2026-08-26T20:17:26.375444Z

The Kennedy Center will remove a major outdoor sculpture from the center’s grounds on Wednesday. The work was targeted for elimination after President Trump’s takeover of the center, according to internal documents obtained by The New York Times.

— The New York Times (@nytimes.com) 2026-09-02T02:40:04.107035Z

God these people are not subtle. This is straight out of the Nazi playbook! http://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/01/a…

— Nora Biette-Timmons (@biettetimmons.bsky.social) 2026-09-02T13:46:21.680Z

Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has shared a disturbing concentration camp video depicting Palestinians being placed into a machine on a conveyor belt, entering overweight and emerging thin, distressed and crying. #StopTheGame

— Jeff Rudd 🇮🇪 🇨🇦 🇵🇸 (@jeffrudd.bsky.social) 2026-09-02T06:43:14.345Z

Breaking news: The Supreme Court said construction can continue on the White House ballroom.The justices found that the historic preservationists who challenged the project had not suffered the direct personal harm required to bring a lawsuit.

— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost.com) 2026-08-31T20:18:27.102393544Z

Political news I want to share. 8-28-2026

Political news I want to share. 8-26-2026

Political news I want to share 8-18-2026. Part 1

Authoritarianism on display.Prosecutors Examined Firm With Tie to Judge in Trump Hush Money Trial http://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/15/u…

— Mannwich (@mannwich.bsky.social) 2026-08-15T10:59:43.764Z

“We raised our hand to defend the Constitution. Congress takes the same oath, and unfortunately, we’re not seeing that same level of service over self today in Washington.”I spoke with @TB_Times about our race and what it means to selflessly serve your country.www.tampabay.com/news/florida…

— leelagray.bsky.social (@leelagray.bsky.social) 2026-08-12T18:51:49.065Z

We are less than one week away from the August 18th Primary! I welcome you to join us in Safety Harbor next Tuesday to celebrate the community we are building and all of the hard work we have accomplished together since my campaign launched. (1/2)

— leelagray.bsky.social (@leelagray.bsky.social) 2026-08-12T11:38:33.679Z

Luna's words are offensive to survivors of abuse everywhere – and she should immediately apologize to Rep. Miller's wife and family, and return the money she has raised from this alleged violent criminal. x.com/Sollenberger…

— leelagray.bsky.social (@leelagray.bsky.social) 2026-08-06T22:13:20.722Z

Newly confirmed Attorney General Todd Blanche is speaking at a Trump rally to endorse Bruce Blakeman

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) 2026-08-14T18:55:58.325Z

Angry at the Supreme Court, liberals push a slew of plans for overhauling it http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202…

— Timothy McBride (@mcbridetd.bsky.social) 2026-08-16T11:35:06.422Z

Law enforcement loves these shock gloves—in large part so that they can harm people and avoid being sued for it.

— Mother Jones (@motherjones.com) 2026-08-15T12:59:00.652Z

Trump says that after Iran is defeated he’s going to declare the Strait of Hormuz a territory of the United States

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) 2026-08-14T19:56:59.178Z

🚨SEND PETE HOEKSTRA PACKING🚨The House of Commons petition calling for U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra to be declared persona non grata has already reached 171,392 signatures.🔗 Petition e-7531: http://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en…🔗 sendpetepacking.ca❤️🍁🇨🇦TEAM CANADA FOREVER🇨🇦🍁❤️❤️🍁🇨🇦VIVE LE CANADA🇨🇦🍁❤️

— 🍁🇨🇦Team Canada Forever🇨🇦🍁 (@teamcanadaforever.bsky.social) 2026-08-15T17:06:46.285Z

Dr. Anthony Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel after GOP contempt vote

— WJTV 12 News (@wjtv.bsky.social) 2026-08-15T01:03:07.536Z

ANOTHER WAPO SCOOP:The Navy is considering a major redesign of its new aircraft carriers to better match President Donald Trump’s aesthetic preferences for the warships, according to seven current and former U.S. officials familiar with the matter. http://www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec…

— Dan Lamothe (@danlamothe.bsky.social) 2026-08-15T12:34:34.412Z

Wife of Service Member Rips Trump Administration’s ‘Infuriating’ Denial About Conditions Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln

— Mediaite (@mediaite.com) 2026-08-14T22:29:07Z

Trump wakes up this morning threatening to bomb Oman. Welcome to another week with an unhinged madman running the country.

— Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) 2026-08-17T11:26:04.397Z

Mike Johnson: "We put in this Congress into place all the economic conditions to let the economy take off like a rocket, and beginning in the first quarter of this year that's what was happening, and then we got into the conflict with Iran … that's the big headwind we have right now."

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) 2026-08-15T16:32:14.821Z

"'I never thought leopards would eat MY face,' sobs woman who voted for the Leopards Eating People's Faces Party.”–Adrian Bott, 2015

— Mark Jacob (@markjacob.bsky.social) 2026-08-16T12:45:19.586Z

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham engaged with messages from somebody impersonating one of Donald Trump’s closest advisers, four officials have told POLITICO.

— POLITICO Europe (@politico.eu) 2026-08-17T05:18:12.986Z

A person without any govt position, who has numerous financial conflicts of interest, should not conduct US foreign policy.And that’s before we get to the fact that he uses this role to corruptly solicit money for himself.It’s wrong. Many seem to have accepted it, but I’ll never stop objecting.

— Nicholas Grossman (@nicholasgrossman.bsky.social) 2026-08-17T01:32:45.694Z

Demand for Canadian citizenship certificates is soaring, fuelled by Americans. Backlog of applications now at 121,800 and archives are swamped with requests. http://www.cbc.ca/news/politic…

— Elizabeth Thompson (@lizt1.bsky.social) 2026-08-17T10:30:22.831Z

AI slop is swamping a House office that drafts US laws

— Politico (@politico.com) 2026-08-17T08:50:40.869Z

Two DHS Sources Confirm to Migrant Insider — The ICE Agent Who Pointed His Gun at a U.S. Citizen in Virginia Is Martin Lagunas

 

https://migrantinsider.com/p/exclusive-two-dhs-sources-confirm

The Chicago-based agent was already identified on social media and by Unraveled Press. Now, two Department of Homeland Security sources have confirmed his name to Migrant Insider.

Political news I want to share. 8-16-2026 part 1

‘We will always respect the role of the judiciary’: Says new AG who has led Justice Department which has not respected the rule of law at all http://www.politico.com/news/2026/08…

— Timothy McBride (@mcbridetd.bsky.social) 2026-08-14T00:30:18.016Z

Lawyers for the former Olympian David Hearn filed a motion on Thursday seeking to bar federal prosecutors from reviving a felony charge that he vandalized the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, saying they needed to head off possible “prosecutorial harassment” prompted by President Trump.

— The New York Times (@nytimes.com) 2026-08-14T13:40:03.883362Z

President Donald Trump's administration on Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow it to continue construction of his $400 million White House ballroom after an appeals court ruled the project lacked the necessary approval from Congress.

— Reuters Legal (@legal.reuters.com) 2026-08-14T13:40:22Z

President Trump is planning for gold-colored presidential seals on the outside of his White House ballroom, breaking with the restrained aesthetic of the executive mansion, according to new renderings.

— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost.com) 2026-08-15T00:00:13.239338914Z

They shut down investigation of the federal agents but opened investigations of peaceful protesters

— Robert L. Tsai (@robertltsai.bsky.social) 2026-08-13T17:20:57.166Z

A top Forest Service official (and billionaire Trump appointee) demanded help to fight a 7-acre fire on his Idaho property.The response amounted to “9 aircraft, including helicopters, air tankers and tactical planes.”It cost over $100,000 and diverted precious resources.🎁🔗 : wapo.st/4wZEqPD

— Bill Grueskin (@bgrueskin.bsky.social) 2026-08-14T11:53:44.031Z

Mamdani's NYC pied-à-terre tax can continue rollout during court appeal

— CNBC (@cnbc.com) 2026-08-13T21:43:02Z

Trump's new Navy Secretary is very concerned about an implacable foe:"Witchcraft," which has "really taken over" in places like California.www.businessinsider.com/hung-cao-gop…

— Noah Shachtman (@noahshachtman.bsky.social) 2026-04-23T13:37:18.044Z

🚨EXCLUSIVE: Military families and service members are now describing horrific conditions across MULTIPLE ships: human waste flooding bathrooms, virtually no food, water or soap, months without port calls, exhausted crews, and no end in sight.This crisis is far bigger than just the Lincoln.

— MeidasTouch (@meidastouch.com) 2026-08-14T14:00:55.484Z

Trump says that after Iran is defeated he’s going to declare the Strait of Hormuz a territory of the United States

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) 2026-08-14T19:56:59.178Z

You know what’s really a great insult to those American heroes who died in WWII?

— Mark Chadbourn (@chadbourn.bsky.social) 2026-08-14T13:12:28.435Z

Part of the World War II Memorial on the National Mall was covered in soapy bubbles and red graffiti in an incident the U.S. Park Police was investigating.Red graffiti spelled out “Clean hands dirty $” beneath the arch.

— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost.com) 2026-08-14T00:00:51.001067071Z

Developing: The World War II Memorial was found vandalized, and a fountain overflowed with bubbles.

— NBC4 Washington (@nbcwashington.com) 2026-08-13T20:04:42.779Z

Netanyahu brands UK the 'Islamic Republic of Britain' trib.al/3djAtL0

— Daily Mail (@dailymail.co.uk) 2026-08-14T07:52:14.762441Z

🇬🇧 Netanyahu: Britain could be the first nuclear-armed “Islamic republic”Netanyahu on Britain:“You might call Britain the ‘Islamic Republic of Britain.’Someone said that the first Islamic republic with nuclear weapons will be the Islamic Republic of Britain.”

— Paul Eric (@pauleric70.bsky.social) 2026-08-14T00:11:04.367Z

A delayed court hearing didn't stop Tate loyalists from gathering in downtown Miami, where pushups and homemade signs took center stage.🔗 https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/photos-andrew-tate-supporters-bring-testosterone-and-cardboard-signs-to-miami-40576041/

— Miami New Times (@miaminewtimes.com) 2026-08-13T20:44:16.909894771Z

Flock, the country’s most prominent seller of automated license-plate readers, said it will require stricter oversight after a Post investigation found dozens of officers had misused its cameras to spy on their exes and romantic interests.

— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost.com) 2026-08-13T16:30:08.066274989Z

Political news and stuff I want to share. 8-12-2026

Exclusive: The Justice Department has convened a special grand jury in D.C., a rare legal body that officials say could pave the way for federal prosecutors in the nation’s capital to investigate some of its biggest and most controversial cases.

— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost.com) 2026-08-12T12:30:07.482087709Z

Gov. Newsom: That $400 million Qatari plane? That's not a $400 million gift — it cost you $936 million. That was what was appropriated as he's cutting food stamps and cutting your Medicaid.

— Protect Our Care (@protectourcare.org) 2026-08-11T15:33:43.426Z

A federal judge in D.C. dismissed a lawsuit concerning the cancellation of a concert following the addition of President Trump's name to the venue's facade.

— White House Watchdog (@whitehousewatchdog.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T18:33:02.480Z

The FCC has played a leading role in Trump’s attacks on news broadcasters, and a third Republican to cast votes at commission meetings will give Chairman Brendan Carr more support for his policies.

— Ars Technica (@arstechnica.com) 2026-08-11T19:58:54.261Z

A federal judge in Massachusetts issued another order blocking the US Postal Service from implementing President Donald Trump’s sweeping attack on mail voting and his attempt to create a national voter registration list before the midterm elections. http://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/…

— Marc Elias (@marcelias.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T21:48:43.772Z

Jadon MacCormack, the anti-LGBTQ Christian extremist who ran for State House in Connecticut, has lost his primary.Republicans petitioned to add someone to the ballot so Jadon wouldn't make it to November and drag other candidates down. The plan worked.www.friendlyatheist.com/p/connecticu…

— Hemant Mehta (@friendlyatheist.com) 2026-08-12T02:50:03.843Z

Jadon MacCormack,(announced he's running 2028, CT Congressional District 2) is a proponent of murdering gays. And he lies that he has Repub Party's endorsement in this year's CT House race. (He doesn't.) He's insane. 🤬

— @bonniegriffith2.bsky.social 2026-08-09T17:18:32.039Z

This is happening in a bit. Come watch and be horrified.youtu.be/ZT70M0mKaDQ

— Hemant Mehta (@friendlyatheist.com) 2026-07-02T00:43:36.139Z

This interview highlights the differences between Evangelical hopes and dreams vs Catholic SCOTUS accomplishments.Mike Johnson “has been hapless & ineffective at governing. But has he advanced the cause of Christian nationalism?” he’s been wildly successful.”www.nytimes.com/2026/08/09/u…

— Tom Carter (@thcarter123.bsky.social) 2026-08-09T11:27:33.861Z

Musk gave $1.5 million last month to the Aurora Action Network, a Wisconsin-based political action committee that has already collected contributions from numerous billionaire mega donors.

— Reset America (@reset-america.bsky.social) 2026-08-09T04:00:38.558Z

Count Binface, a self-described intergalactic space warrior, has landed in the center of the U.K.’s political universe ahead of a special election Thursday that was derided as a farce long before the ballot was packed with nearly three dozen candidates — many from the silly end of the spectrum.

— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) 2026-08-10T12:00:23.872Z

Civil rights groups are challenging President Trump’s new effort to limit “birth tourism.”https://www.notus.org/immigration/civil-rights-groups-challenging-birth-tourism-order

— NOTUS (@notus.com) 2026-08-11T19:30:07.158616493Z

“The supreme court justice Samuel Alito gained up to $2.9m from his fossil fuel interests between 2005 and 2024, a new review of financial disclosures shows.”

— Saeed Jones (@theferocity.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T17:42:43.663Z

Lawsuit challenges executive order targeting international criminal court for investigating Israeli crimes in Palestine

— Guardian US (@us.theguardian.com) 2026-08-11T15:59:12.713Z

Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, became Joint Base Lindsey Graham during a ceremony today to rename the installation after the late senator.

— Olga Nesterova (@onestpress.onestnetwork.com) 2026-08-10T21:57:55.575Z

Families of sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln spoke to Military Times about multiple incidents in which sailors have attempted to go overboard amid the ship's extended deployment in support of combat operations in the Middle East

— JD Simkins (@jdsimkins.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T23:57:05.468Z

Trump on the Iran war this morning:"We are low keying it," and plans to wait Iran out economically. “It will work out. It always works out.”www.axios.com/2026/08/09/t…

— Sven-Erik Volberg (@volberg.bsky.social) 2026-08-09T17:16:19.664Z

Breaking: Israel has rejected US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace 15-point plan for Gaza, and will not withdraw until Hamas fully disarms, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday.english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-…

— Mike Walker (@newnarrative.bsky.social) 2026-08-09T11:17:41.839Z

If they were so inclined, Democrats could make some brutal TV ads tying Republicans to these torture devices designed to be used on protesters

— Brandon Friedman (@brandonfriedman.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T23:54:35.251Z

ICE is Trump’s Gestapo, terrorizing the American people. #AbolishICE

— Mark Jacob (@markjacob.bsky.social) 2026-08-12T00:13:45.782Z

"Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks intended to gain compliance from combative individuals."Susan Collins & Congressional Republicans voted to fund all of this.

— Murshed Zaheed (@murshedz.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T23:29:55.494Z

California 🤝 @anthropic.comWe're entering a partnership to strengthen cybersecurity and provide Claude to state agencies at a discount.The Golden State helped build Silicon Valley — and every Californian should benefit from the responsible use of their latest innovations.

— Governor Gavin Newsom (@governor.ca.gov) 2026-06-29T14:15:39.945Z

That’s a Lot of Green: Taylor Farms Exec Allegedly Stole $32 Million From Produce Supplier at Center of Cyclospora Outbreak

— Mediaite (@mediaite.com) 2026-08-11T18:50:51.974Z

Taylor Farms contributed $2 million to Trump & Republicans as they postponed a rule to help the govt. limit the spread of foodborne illnesses.Read @premthakker.bsky.social's deep dive into how Taylor Farms' successful lobbying led to the current outbreak of cyclospora: zeteo.com/p/taylor-far…

— Zeteo (@zeteo.com) 2026-07-25T19:07:29.836Z

A draft rule reviewed by WIRED would prevent the census from counting undocumented immigrants. To protect against “distortions,” it would also bar questions about race and sexual orientation. http://www.wired.com/story/census…

— WIRED (@wired.com) 2026-08-08T14:09:33.945Z

Trump says "he'd love to run" for a third term but adds "the law is very strong"

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) 2026-08-12T03:18:34.211Z

NYT: Kennedy Stirred Vaccine Fears in Pennsylvania Years Before Measles Outbreak By Teddy Rosenbluth @nytimes.com @teddyrosenbluth.bsky.social nyti.ms/4i5wbg5

— Greg Folkers (@gregfolkers.bsky.social) 2026-08-12T15:28:25.210Z

Between cheeto face falling asleep, RFK Jr. shaking like a leaf like he's going through withdrawal, and some flight attendant wannabee holding her stomach twisting around like a loon, this is the most Hee Haw administration ever.

— Jerrynmn1 (@jjnmnwww.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T18:35:08.844Z

Negotiations surrounding a possible federal plea deal for Luigi Mangione were ongoing between his lawyers and prosecutors, according to media outlets. (AP photo)

— KARE 11 (@kare11.bsky.social) 2026-08-12T17:04:09.103Z

Axios obtained 180 pages of plans for Trump's Kennedy Center renovation. What they show:

— Axios (@axios.com) 2026-08-12T14:01:24.259Z

Ben Folds, former Artistic Director of the National Symphony Orchestra, testified before a congressional forum titled “Monumental Waste: How Donald Trump Is Spending Millions Destroying American Landmarks”stereogum.com/2505928/ben-…

— Stereogum (@stereogum.com) 2026-07-22T17:48:03.118Z

Trump Administration Kills a Flagship Annual Report on the ArcticThe top of the world is warming faster than any other region. For 20 years, the Arctic Report Card chronicled the extraordinary transformation.

— BanmarNJ (@banmarnj.bsky.social) 2026-08-11T19:16:57.767Z