Susan Crawford has won the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, defeating a candidate backed by Elon Musk. This outcome marks a significant victory in the state's judicial landscape.
Steve Bannon stated that "Trump is going to prison" if a Democrat wins the 2028 presidential election. This comment highlights the potential legal implications for Trump depending on the outcome of the election.
Marine Le Pen, a right-wing candidate, has been barred from the 2027 French Presidential election due to felony convictions. This situation serves as a lesson for America, highlighting that political accountability can be straightforward.
I'm advising non-US citizens to avoid traveling to the U.S. right now. It feels like it's not worth the risk, so I suggest dropping any travel plans and not spending any money here. This country hasn't really earned the privilege of having visitors at this time.
Elon Musk is a private citizen who seems to be trying to buy influence in an election. It’s frustrating that state officials haven't taken action against him, as he doesn't have immunity for state crimes and Trump can't pardon him for those. It feels like there's a lot of fear or hesitation from people in power to address this situation.
I'm feeling really passionate about Wisconsin right now. I want the state to show everyone, both in the country and around the world, that it stands strong and can't be bought. It's time to prove our integrity and commitment to what's right.
In a recent ruling, the judge highlighted that Trump officials were actively trying to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), disregarding Congress's decision from 15 years ago, which was influenced by the 2008 financial crisis. She noted that before taking action, the court needed to confirm that the plaintiffs would likely succeed in their claims and would face irreparable harm if the lawsuit proceeded without intervention. The judge concluded that all criteria were met for the court to act. She mentioned that the attempt to eliminate the CFPB was halted only because of the plaintiffs' efforts to secure court intervention just before a significant number of employees were set to be fired. The administration's claim that they were acting within legal bounds "collapsed like a balloon at the end of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade." Public Citizen has been instrumental in establishing the CFPB, which has helped recover billions for consumers since its creation in 2011. Despite Trump’s intention to eliminate it, the judge ruled that dismantling the agency would violate constitutional separation of powers and cause substantial harm to consumers nationwide. Consequently, she ordered that the CFPB must remain intact until the case is resolved, protecting its operations and employees. Public Citizen is representing several organizations in this case, including the National Treasury Employees Union and NAACP.
MAGA, let’s get real for a second. Courts have the authority to overturn laws that are found to be unconstitutional. Also, executive orders aren't the same as laws, and presidents can't pass legislation without Congress. When judges block Trump, it's just a clear example of Checks and Balances working as they should.
The GOP bill to repeal the estate tax would primarily benefit the wealthiest families, giving $2.6 trillion to just 812 billionaires. Notably, the Walton family would receive $153 billion, followed by Musk's family with $139 billion, Bezos's family at $87 billion, and Zuckerberg's at $84 billion. Meanwhile, family farms and the vast majority of people would see nothing from this. This feels like a clear example of oligarchy. I think this is a pivotal moment, and maybe we should focus on a "Fight Oligarchy" tour rather than getting caught up in electoral politics. It's important to recognize the bigger picture right now and not let this opportunity slip away.
Many Democratic voters are eager for the party to embrace Bernie and AOC's agenda, pushing for a significant challenge to the Democratic establishment and addressing corruption in Washington. It's frustrating that Obama promised to tackle these issues but didn't even attempt to prioritize legislation aimed at reducing money's influence in politics. To truly counter Trumpism, there needs to be a decisive move away from Reaganism and a commitment to transforming the system into a Social Democracy.
Right now, it feels clear that the U.S. is creating concentration camps for immigrants, including legal residents. A concentration camp is defined as a place where large numbers of people, particularly political prisoners or persecuted minorities, are deliberately imprisoned in small areas with inadequate facilities. This situation is happening openly. If you think you might be targeted, it's essential to google "know your rights ice" to learn how to protect yourself. For those who are born citizens and white, you're relatively safe for now, but there are important ways you can help. Small acts of resistance can make a difference. Make it uncomfortable for ICE agents to do their jobs by standing up for those who might be detained. For example, if ICE or CBP boards a train or bus, let everyone know they have the right to remain silent and only answer questions with an attorney present. Confronting agents in this way has led to them leaving without verifying citizenship, which can save lives. Always remember that immigration officers need reasonable suspicion to detain anyone, and silence or racial identity alone does not meet those criteria. White citizens have the privilege to speak up without fear of retaliation, so it's our responsibility to ensure others know their rights and to make noise when necessary. Recording immigration agents is also legal in many cases; just avoid government property or ports of entry. Thanks to the person who compiled this important information.
I've learned that there are currently 4,000 detainees being held in a Miami detention center designed for only 500 people, and the situation is dire. Reports indicate that detainees are being given just one cup of water every 24 hours, and three have already died due to these conditions. When new detainees arrive, there's often no room for them, so they end up chained on buses without access to food, water, or restrooms, and they're forced to relieve themselves on the floor. Inside the holding cells, they are crammed in with as many as 27 people in tiny spaces, leaving barely any room to stand or sleep. These individuals do not have criminal records, which raises serious concerns about their treatment. This isn't just hearsay; there are smuggled videos and testimonies from detainees that corroborate these accounts. I can't help but feel that this situation fits the definition of a concentration camp.
I've heard that the Bronze Bozo has really upset Europe, and now their intelligence agencies are considering releasing files that could include links to Epstein, Russian money, secret children, and other sensitive information. If that’s true, I think it would be quite a revelation. Let’s see what happens.
I'm really surprised that no one seems to be alarmed by what a member of the House of Representatives said: "You violated the law; you are not entitled to due process." It feels like a basic understanding of the Fifth Amendment, which protects our right to due process, should be common knowledge—even among high schoolers.
Independent Senator Angus King recently criticized Elon Musk and former Treasury Secretary Howard Lutnick for their attempts to undermine Social Security. He expressed concern in a video on X, stating, "I never thought I’d say this, but Social Security is under assault." King highlighted that Musk and his associates are reportedly trying to access personal information from Social Security databases, leading to firings and office closures. He also addressed Lutnick's claim that retirees wouldn't mind if their Social Security checks were delayed, asserting, "Well, I’m sorry, but there are people across the country, if that check doesn’t come, they’re in trouble." King emphasized the importance of Social Security in keeping millions of Americans above the poverty line and warned that efforts to weaken this program could leave many elderly individuals in financial hardship. He noted the significant drop in poverty among seniors since 1960, attributing much of that progress to Social Security. Overall, he sees these actions as part of a larger trend to enrich billionaires at the expense of vulnerable populations.
I really feel like the cruelty of this administration is intentional. Just today, the official White House Twitter account posted an AI-generated cartoon depicting an ICE agent handcuffing a sobbing woman with brown skin. It feels like torture porn to me. This comes on the same day that Kristi Noem, our new Secretary of Homeland Security, shared a video standing in front of a prison in El Salvador—a place America should be shutting down instead of using to threaten others. I remember during the Iraq War when images of smiling US troops next to people in horrific conditions at Abu Ghraib caused outrage; it was a major scandal. Now, it seems like this administration is using similar tactics to appeal to those who thrive on cruelty and want to see their leaders act as bullies. I don’t think the division is just between left and right anymore, or even between rich and poor. It feels more like a struggle between decent human beings who value compassion and empathy, versus those who want to use brute force to get their way, regardless of the suffering they cause. We're truly fighting for the soul of America, and it’s crucial that we don’t let them win.
I've been thinking about the political landscape in America. It seems like our far left doesn't really have a strong movement. I see the far-right as fascists and the center-right as extremist nationalists. Meanwhile, the center-left feels more like classical conservatives, and our far-left is more about being moral centrist moderates. If you look at politicians like Sanders or Warren, they’re barely left of center on any objective political compass. A true far-left movement would push for things like forced property seizure by the working class, but instead, our far-left is focused on issues like preventing people from suffering in medical poverty.
I believe a group truly becomes a cult when the leader encourages followers to betray their friends and family. The recent actions of the "Tangerine Tyrant" telling our closest allies, particularly Canada, to go screw themselves really highlight how MAGA operates like a cult.
I heard that Trump has created an "electronic mailbox" for corporations to request exemptions from the Clean Air Act. These exemptions would enable companies to release mercury into the air, which is concerning because it can lead to brain damage and birth defects.
I really resonate with the quote from FDR: "The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little." It makes me think about how true progress should be measured by our ability to support those in need, rather than just focusing on increasing wealth for the already privileged.