Juan Escalante
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Meanwhile, in Florida...
February 16, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Meanwhile, in Florida...
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Your daily reminder that nothing is too far right for the Texas Republican Party.
Meet Texas Republican, Bo French.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
He Wants to Deport 100 Million “Third World Savages.” He May Win Statewide Office in Texas.
He calls his opponents “gay” and “retarded,” and he wants to deport 100 million “third world savages.” Naturally, he’s running for railroad commissioner.
www.texasmonthly.com
February 16, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Your daily reminder that nothing is too far right for the Texas Republican Party.
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Why the hottest new pro wrestling chant is "Fuck ICE" defector.com/why-the-hott...
Why The Hottest New Pro Wrestling Chant Is "Fuck ICE" | Defector
The most intriguing storyline in pro wrestling this month is not a title chase or a bloody feud, but whether or not fans are going to keep chanting “Fuck ICE” at shows. I am more than happy to…
defector.com
February 16, 2026 at 6:07 PM
Why the hottest new pro wrestling chant is "Fuck ICE" defector.com/why-the-hott...
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ICE is being sued for-among other things-using unconstitutional racial bias while detaining families and zip tying children during a raid in Idaho
February 15, 2026 at 9:51 PM
ICE is being sued for-among other things-using unconstitutional racial bias while detaining families and zip tying children during a raid in Idaho
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Where do they find these people
Meet Texas Republican, Bo French.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
He Wants to Deport 100 Million “Third World Savages.” He May Win Statewide Office in Texas.
He calls his opponents “gay” and “retarded,” and he wants to deport 100 million “third world savages.” Naturally, he’s running for railroad commissioner.
www.texasmonthly.com
February 16, 2026 at 4:03 AM
Where do they find these people
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Where do they find these horrible people? And the GOP used to call themselves the Christian party?
Meet Texas Republican, Bo French.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
He Wants to Deport 100 Million “Third World Savages.” He May Win Statewide Office in Texas.
He calls his opponents “gay” and “retarded,” and he wants to deport 100 million “third world savages.” Naturally, he’s running for railroad commissioner.
www.texasmonthly.com
February 16, 2026 at 4:23 AM
Where do they find these horrible people? And the GOP used to call themselves the Christian party?
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I guffawed when the #Indian American chair of the Texas #Republican party pulled a Mike Johnson about this guy.
I’m definitely sure you are included in the 100 million people the Army needs to round up and boot out Abraham George.
I’m definitely sure you are included in the 100 million people the Army needs to round up and boot out Abraham George.
February 16, 2026 at 4:41 AM
I guffawed when the #Indian American chair of the Texas #Republican party pulled a Mike Johnson about this guy.
I’m definitely sure you are included in the 100 million people the Army needs to round up and boot out Abraham George.
I’m definitely sure you are included in the 100 million people the Army needs to round up and boot out Abraham George.
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My plan for dramatic democratic reform includes:
- SCOTUS expansion
- DC statehood
- PR settlement of status
- Codify DOJ independence
- Constitutional amendment(s) to reverse SCOTUS decisions, abolish Electoral College, restrict presidential pardon power
- SCOTUS expansion
- DC statehood
- PR settlement of status
- Codify DOJ independence
- Constitutional amendment(s) to reverse SCOTUS decisions, abolish Electoral College, restrict presidential pardon power
“By law we can create an independent US Prosecution Service to replace the POTUS controlled DOJ and abolish and replace ICE and USBP. Reform the pardon power by law and term-limit and expand the size of SCOTUS. Make DC and Puerto Rico states, enfranchising millions of Americans."
FDR’s Four Freedoms and the Second Bill of Rights
The social welfare state, winning World War II, and building the liberal order after Trump.
www.liberalcurrents.com
February 16, 2026 at 1:28 AM
My plan for dramatic democratic reform includes:
- SCOTUS expansion
- DC statehood
- PR settlement of status
- Codify DOJ independence
- Constitutional amendment(s) to reverse SCOTUS decisions, abolish Electoral College, restrict presidential pardon power
- SCOTUS expansion
- DC statehood
- PR settlement of status
- Codify DOJ independence
- Constitutional amendment(s) to reverse SCOTUS decisions, abolish Electoral College, restrict presidential pardon power
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Will it be national news? Will it cause performative outrage? Will he be censured?
Nope. Forgotten by tomorrow.
Nope. Forgotten by tomorrow.
February 16, 2026 at 1:19 AM
Will it be national news? Will it cause performative outrage? Will he be censured?
Nope. Forgotten by tomorrow.
Nope. Forgotten by tomorrow.
Meet Texas Republican, Bo French.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
He Wants to Deport 100 Million “Third World Savages.” He May Win Statewide Office in Texas.
He calls his opponents “gay” and “retarded,” and he wants to deport 100 million “third world savages.” Naturally, he’s running for railroad commissioner.
www.texasmonthly.com
February 15, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Meet Texas Republican, Bo French.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
One of his favorite phrases is “third world savages”—which he has applied to Afghan asylum seekers, Muslims, and even Native Americans, who he also wants deported.
He might win statewide office in Texas.
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Can’t use a heart for this @juanescalante.com. It’s heartbreaking on so many levels.
But imagine a world where we truly focused on the children and their present and future needs: parents who love them, whose work provides a living wage that can cover insurance, science funding to pursue cures.
But imagine a world where we truly focused on the children and their present and future needs: parents who love them, whose work provides a living wage that can cover insurance, science funding to pursue cures.
Chicago teen who called for father's release from ICE detention dies of rare cancer
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
Chicago teen who called for father's release from ICE detention dies of rare cancer
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
www.nbcnews.com
February 15, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Can’t use a heart for this @juanescalante.com. It’s heartbreaking on so many levels.
But imagine a world where we truly focused on the children and their present and future needs: parents who love them, whose work provides a living wage that can cover insurance, science funding to pursue cures.
But imagine a world where we truly focused on the children and their present and future needs: parents who love them, whose work provides a living wage that can cover insurance, science funding to pursue cures.
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That one second with her was stolen from her father
Chicago teen who called for father's release from ICE detention dies of rare cancer
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
Chicago teen who called for father's release from ICE detention dies of rare cancer
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
www.nbcnews.com
February 15, 2026 at 9:28 PM
That one second with her was stolen from her father
Hi,
My dog (Sophie) is turning 4 today!
Wish her a Happy Birthday 🎉
My dog (Sophie) is turning 4 today!
Wish her a Happy Birthday 🎉
February 15, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Hi,
My dog (Sophie) is turning 4 today!
Wish her a Happy Birthday 🎉
My dog (Sophie) is turning 4 today!
Wish her a Happy Birthday 🎉
Chicago teen who called for father's release from ICE detention dies of rare cancer
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
Chicago teen who called for father's release from ICE detention dies of rare cancer
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
www.nbcnews.com
February 15, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Chicago teen who called for father's release from ICE detention dies of rare cancer
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
Ofelia Torres posted a video on Instagram shortly after her father's arrest to raise awareness about others in similar situations. He was released about two weeks later.
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Just finding out now that the CEO of Chuck E Cheese is mentioned in the Epstein Files
February 15, 2026 at 6:43 AM
Just finding out now that the CEO of Chuck E Cheese is mentioned in the Epstein Files
In a secret deportation arrangement, the Trump administration flew nine people, nearly all of whom had been granted U.S. court protections from being sent back to their home countries, to the African nation of Cameroon in January.
U.S. Deports Nine Migrants in Secret, Ignoring Legal Protections
www.nytimes.com
February 15, 2026 at 7:24 PM
In a secret deportation arrangement, the Trump administration flew nine people, nearly all of whom had been granted U.S. court protections from being sent back to their home countries, to the African nation of Cameroon in January.
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It's hard to believe it's been 7 years since the Henry Pratt shooting in Aurora. My heart is with the Aurora community today as we remember the innocent lives taken too soon and the police officers harmed.
Congress must implement reforms to prevent tragedies like this from happening again.
Congress must implement reforms to prevent tragedies like this from happening again.
February 15, 2026 at 4:15 PM
It's hard to believe it's been 7 years since the Henry Pratt shooting in Aurora. My heart is with the Aurora community today as we remember the innocent lives taken too soon and the police officers harmed.
Congress must implement reforms to prevent tragedies like this from happening again.
Congress must implement reforms to prevent tragedies like this from happening again.
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“They took my cell phone and cloned it. They actually told me they did that.”
Marine Detained in Minneapolis Says Feds Copied His Phone Without a Warrant
He was observing after Alex Pretti's killing. Feds detained him at gunpoint, sampled his DNA, scanned his face, and cloned his phone.
interc.pt
February 15, 2026 at 1:24 AM
“They took my cell phone and cloned it. They actually told me they did that.”
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Roses are red
Violets are blue
If you’re born here
You’re a citizen too
Violets are blue
If you’re born here
You’re a citizen too
a cartoon character holding a scroll of the u.s. constitution says hello i 'm the u.s. constitution
ALT: a cartoon character holding a scroll of the u.s. constitution says hello i 'm the u.s. constitution
media.tenor.com
February 14, 2026 at 11:49 PM
Roses are red
Violets are blue
If you’re born here
You’re a citizen too
Violets are blue
If you’re born here
You’re a citizen too
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🚨 President Trump’s Claim of an “Irrefutable” Argument Supporting His Right to Unilaterally Impose Voter ID and Election Rules May Be Based on Insane Claim that Marriott Hotel Manager Found Secret Text in the Shadows of a Microfilm Copy of the U.S. Constitution electionlawblog.org?p=154326
President Trump's Claim of an "Irrefutable" Argument Supporting His Right to Unilaterally Impose Voter ID and Election Rules May Be Based on Insane Claim that Marriott Hotel Manager Found Secret Text ...
Yesterday I noted the latest set of unhinged social media posts from President Trump in which he declared that voter id requirements and other election changes would be imposed in the midterms via exe...
electionlawblog.org
February 14, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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Sorry, folks. All you get. And that is a banquet compared to what people being held by this regime in concentration camps throughout this country are getting.
February 14, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Sorry, folks. All you get. And that is a banquet compared to what people being held by this regime in concentration camps throughout this country are getting.
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There should be a law about lying while under oath or something.
DHS initially said the officer fired a shot to "save his life" after being "ambushed and attacked" by three immigrants with a snow shovel and a broom handle during a "targeted traffic stop."
DHS says immigration agents appear to have lied about shooting in Minnesota
DHS says immigration agents appear to have lied about shooting in Minnesota
DHS says immigration agents appear to have lied about shooting in Minnesota
Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis was shot in the leg during the incident. Another Venezuelan man was also accused of attacking an immigration officer.
www.npr.org
February 14, 2026 at 2:09 PM
There should be a law about lying while under oath or something.
Nine years ago, this photo was published in the Tallahassee Democrat…
I decided to own it and meme the hell out of it 😂
I decided to own it and meme the hell out of it 😂
February 14, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Nine years ago, this photo was published in the Tallahassee Democrat…
I decided to own it and meme the hell out of it 😂
I decided to own it and meme the hell out of it 😂