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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 7m

This is everything 😂

Grocery Store Employee's Iconically Bad Decorating Job On $30 Cake Has The Internet Cackling

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 49m

That’s quite a telling statement, Stephen Miller. I guess you’re calling all the shots now?

Tweet from Sky Marchini: “‘I’.”
Below is Acyn’s tweet quoting Stephen Miller on CNN: “If I put federal law enforcement and National Guard into a nice, sleepy southern town, is anyone going to riot?”
Screenshot shows Miller speaking on the right and the interviewer on the left, with the headline: “Illinois & Chicago sue Trump over Natl Guard deployment.”

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 2h

She certainly didn't hold back!

Jasmine Crockett Just Blasted Trump With A Brutal New Nickname—And It's Spot On

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 2h

It’s always projection. Every prosecution is an admission.

Tweet from Angry Staffer: “Great. I’m looking forward to Ken Paxton’s indictment.”
Below is a news headline: “Report: Texas AG Ken Paxton claimed three homes as primary residence.”
A second tweet from FBI Director Kash Patel says, “There simply cannot be, and will not be, different rules for different people.”

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 4h

Last I checked the GOP controls all branches of our government.

Tweet from MeidasTouch: “Wow that’s crazy. Who’s running the federal government?”
Below, Acyn’s tweet quotes Rep. Mike Johnson: “If you look at polling, people’s faith in the federal government is at an all-time low. Why? Because they don’t see that it’s being done well.”
A C-SPAN screenshot shows Johnson speaking with another man standing beside him.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 5h

New plot wrinkle!

Daily Mail headline reads: “EXCLUSIVE: Pete Hegseth wages war on his wrinkles with BOTOX injections after blasting ‘fat troops’ and unveiling new fitness standards.”
Below the headline is a photo of Pete Hegseth wearing a blue jacket, speaking to another man.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 5h

Oh myyy 😳

Alexander Skarsgård Just Wore A Super NSFW Shirt To A Film Festival—And Fans Are Here For It

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 9h

Utterly ridiculous.

MTG Demands Eyeroll-Worthy Bill Be Passed Before Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Performance

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 18h

Guess that Qatari jet wasn’t a “gift” to Trump after all.

Screenshot of tweets. Mike Madrid writes: “Joe Biden was criticized for a Chinese balloon flying over our airspace. They’re giving Qatar an entire f’ing air base.”
Below, Aaron Rupar’s tweet quotes Pete Hegseth saying on Fox News: “I’m also proud that today we’re signing a letter of acceptance to build a Qatari Emeri air force facility at the Mountain Home Airbase in Idaho.”

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 20h

These layoffs are illegal and will be challenged in court. Keep resisting, Democrats.

Tweet from The Washington Post reads: “Breaking news: The Trump administration began laying off federal workers while the government is shuttered, fulfilling threats from President Trump to take advantage of the closure to shave off more parts of the federal workforce he dislikes.”
Below is an image of Donald Trump speaking. Caption: “Trump administration begins laying off federal workers…”

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 21h

The great actress Diane Keaton has left us at the age of 79. Too soon to say good-bye to the woman who made us smile at the quirky Annie Hall, and who broke our hearts in Reds. Your charm and talent will be sorely missed.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 21h

Yiiiiikes 🤦🏻‍♂️

UK Conservatives Roasted After Chocolate Bar Criticizing Liberals Contains Epic Typo

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 21h

May this peace hold.

Tweet from Barack Obama: “After two years of unimaginable loss and suffering for Israeli families and the people of Gaza, we should all be encouraged and relieved that an end to the conflict is within sight…”
The tweet continues expressing hope for peace, aid to Gaza, and rebuilding efforts.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 22h

He’s sounding as unhinged as his boss lately.

Tweet from Really American: “BREAKING: In an insane moment, the Speaker of the House frames the upcoming ‘No Kings’ protest march as a ‘Hate America’ event, irresponsibly calling folks who oppose fascism ‘pro-Hamas.’ We found that ‘violent rhetoric’ Republicans have criticized.”
Below, a screenshot from Fox News shows Rep. Mike Johnson speaking with the U.S. Capitol in the background.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 22h

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Jay Kuo @nycjayjay.bsky.social · 1d

This week’s Just for Skeets and Giggles is out! Have a great weekend. statuskuo.substack.com/p/just-for-s...

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 23h

It does feel like everything, everywhere, all at once.

Tweet from Brian Allen: “🚨 RFK Jr just said circumcision causes autism, but not because of the procedure. He claims Tylenol is to blame... and says ‘two studies’ prove it. We’re officially in conspiracy multiverse madness.”
Below, a C-SPAN screenshot shows RFK Jr speaking at a table during a Trump administration cabinet meeting.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

Meanwhile the White House just illegally laid off dozens of CDC researchers and scientists during the shutdown.

Tweet by Dan Pfeiffer: “Anti-vax in the streets, pro-vax in the sheets.”
Below is Kaitlan Collins’ tweet showing a photo of a White House medical memorandum dated October 10, 2025, stating that President Donald Trump received his flu shot and COVID booster at Walter Reed.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

Stay strong, stay beautiful, Chicago. c

Tweet from Fred Wellman: “Weird. I was told it’s a war zone.”
Below is a Time Out Chicago post showing a scenic city skyline at sunset with the text: “Chicago has been voted the Best Big City in the U.S. for the ninth consecutive year.”

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

So “antifa” is really “inflata” and is a bunch of people protesting in blow up costumes.

Tweet from Meidas_Charise Lee: “THIS IS THE COOLEST WAR ZONE EVER! Portland’s strategy… maybe if we act weird enough they’ll leave!”
Attached is a photo of people in colorful inflatable costumes dancing or moving playfully at night.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

Well said.

Creator Of 'Jurassic World' Animated Series Speaks Out After Same-Sex Kiss Sparks MAGA Outrage

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

Newsom with the receipts!

Gavin Newsom Digs Up Old JD Vance Photo To Troll MAGA Fans Who Say They'll Boycott The Super Bowl

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

He looks almost human underneath.

Photo Of Trump's Face With His Orange Makeup Digitally Removed Goes Viral—And Wow

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 1d

🤦🏻‍♂️

Gen X Teacher's Use Of Common Phrase Backfires After 6th Grade Students Assume It's Racist

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