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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 18h

I was down for a few days. But now, another parade? More money, tossed away while additional costs of moving troops & equipment. Now there's discussion of a Marine tribute in CA, w/ possible live fire displays. So, risk, ammo, safety measures =$$$. All cuz he's scared of our protests.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 19h

There's no way all these agents see this, and call it violent or riotous.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 20h

There's not only one reason to want one of the costumes. Little easier when one falls, but not so much getting back up. However, it can assist in getting free of tear gas.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 20h

Protest song.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 20h

How many press sectetaries last term? Trump went through at least 3. But I feel like I'm forgetting one.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 20h

In this administration? Hahaha.

Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 5d

Wave fable

If they intend to issue forth a draft, Barron better be included. You know, royals serve in their military. Trump is no King, & dodged the draft 5 times. Wanna send my kid after your message? I will if you will?
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The Draft Debate — Will America Force Its Youth to Fight Again? - NewsBreak

Amid low recruitment, the U.S. considers reinstating the draft, sparking debate on national defense.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 5d

Latin Times

Trump's immigration & deportations may violate international law.

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U.N. High Commissioner For Refugees Says Trump Immigration Policies May Be Violating International Law - NewsBreak

Recent actions by the Trump administration, including deep cuts to international aid and a sweeping immigration crackdown, have drawn sharp criticism from

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 5d

Irish Star

As I understand it, Leavitt was working on being a journalist. After this appointment, to this administration, she is unlikely to get an offer because she can do nothing short of lying.
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Karoline Leavitt humiliated after trying to fact-check Fox News on Gaza peace deal - NewsBreak

Users on social media were quick to mock Leavitt’s response, asking how her statement was different from Fox News’ reporting

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 5d

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Chidinma Anyanwu (@amay.a100) on Threads

A food bank lined up with military members who didn’t receive a paycheck this week:

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 5d

Vibe

Trump claims "beautiful black women are begging me to come to Chicago. I suggest he go in alone. I mean, he's a tough old shit, right. Just walk Trump’s and up to a beautiful black woman, & ask her how happy she is to see Trump.🤣🤣
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Donald Trump Claims “Beautiful Black Women” Are Begging Him To Come To Chicago - NewsBreak

On Friday (Oct. 3), Donald Trump claimed that Chicago residents are eager for him to bring his federalized crime crackdown plans to the city, mentioning th

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

It's all fascinating. I am 59 years old & have never seen anyone lobby so hard for a prestigious award while in the process of ravaging our own country with threats & lies.

Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

Alternet

This article well covers the breakdown as to how the administration uses rhetoric to blame democrats when they have the trifecta majority.
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'Illegal as hell': Trump official slammed for airport 'propaganda' video blaming Dems for shutdown - NewsBreak

On Thursday, October 9, Fox News and CNN reported that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem plans to air a video at Transportation Security Administrati

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

New Republic

Trump has got to be the most ignorant human in the world. Blowing up boats, murdering people with no evidence? One was a fishing boat! Nothing peaceful about Trump.
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Nobel Committee Warns About Rising Authoritarianism as It Snubs Trump - NewsBreak

Passing over Donald Trump (in spite of his less-than-subtle appeals), the Norwegian Nobel Committee on Friday gave Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corin

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

Fortune

Social security and medicare at risk of insolvency within 7 years. Why? I believe Trump & his regime have been using these funds for their deportation obsessions.
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Trust funds that finance Medicare and Social Security are at risk of insolvency within 7 years, cutting benefits up to 24%, a new report warns - NewsBreak

A couple turning 60 this year would face an $18,400 Social Security cut, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

New Republic

Instead of working to end the shutdown, Trump supporters in the house are looking for any way to get Trump a Nobel peace prize. It's done. The awards have been issued. Heads outta Trump's stinking rear 1/4 panel. Jobs to do.
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GOP Rep Reveals Nonsensical Revenge Plan After Trump Loses Nobel Prize - NewsBreak

Donald Trump did not win the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, so his GOP allies in the House are working to slap together the next best thing: a resolution to get h

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

New republic

Trump didn't win a Nobel peace prize. He's spinning out over this. Putin wrote a letter supporting Trump for the prize. He's still Putin's puppet.
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Trump’s Posting Spree Shows He’s Losing It Over Nobel Peace Prize - NewsBreak

President Donald Trump didn’t win the Nobel Peace Prize Friday—but that isn’t stopping him from trying to make the prestigious award all about himself. The

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

Daily Beast

Obvious quid pro quo. Didn't see anything of congress approving a Qatar airforce facility in the US?

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Pentagon Pete Blasted Over Qatari Air Force Base Inside the U.S - NewsBreak

The Trump administration has agreed to build a Qatari air force facility on U.S. soil, prompting claims of corruption and fears of national security risks.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 6d

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Attorney General Pam Bondi announces charges over threat to conservative activist

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 7d

I was army. And I'm offended by any image of him in uniform. He refused to serve. No stones.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 7d

It's always about money for Trump. It's all he cares about.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 7d

This is part of a story. It's the best part of a story we all know well.

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 7d

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'Unrelenting': Trump turning off Nobel committee with 'brazen' campaign for peace prize - NewsBreak

President Donald Trump’s campaign to secure a Nobel Peace Prize is being greeted with widespread skepticism in Europe, the Financial Times reported Wednesd

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 7d

Alternet

I have never heard of anyone so vain as to pursue demands he be awarded a Nobel peace prize. He took office in Jan. Now we have conflicts in Iran, Isreal, China, Russia, Ukraine, the Caribbean, Canada, Greenland, Europe, etc. All but russia/Ukraine after trump tariff wars & deportations

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Tracie Stevens @tracie1.bsky.social · 7d

Inquisitor

KRISTI NOEM exceeded her budget, by a billion tax dollars, MONTHS ago. Where is she getting the money to buy building in pursuit of hate?

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Kristi Noem Vows to ‘Double Down’ on Chicago Claims as ICE Acquires More Buildings - NewsBreak

The Trump administration has every intention to “double down” in Chicago, informs Kristi Noem. The Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security reveale

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