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Today the White House openly mocked federal judges who unanimously ordered the return of a wrongfully deported Maryland resident. We are at the cusp of a constitutional crisis.
April 18, 2025 at 11:34 PM
"The World’s Most Unnecessary Scandal,” that’s how Journalist historian and pulitzer finalist Garrett Graff describes the signal group chat fiasco. He explains why and what the texts reveal about how the Trump White House works. Watch our conversation and more here:

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"The World's Most Unnecessary Scandal"
The Signal group chat scandal keeps getting worse. Judges rule against Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act. Masked ICE agents snatch a student off the street. And the Vances go to Greenland.
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March 26, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Trump's cuts at the Department of Education....What I learned from an insider about the impact on a key function: protecting student’s civil rights.

Plus new research shows that getting your groove on is good medicine. Check it out, here:

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March 21, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Why isn't this getting more attention: JD Vance provoked the Oval Office blow up. He said the words we all know are triggering for Trump. Then he kept going. What is his motive?

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"Your Country Is in Big Trouble"
Vance and Trump berate Ukraine's Zelenskyy in front of cameras. Musk sets his eyes on a billion-dollar FAA contract. Measles takes its first victim. And a nationwide boycott tries to send a message.
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March 1, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Email went out to employees of the Social Security Administration. It informs them that “significant workforce reductions” are coming. It invites employees to resign or retire.
SSA is understaffed at a 50 year staffing low.
February 28, 2025 at 1:05 AM
A federal employee says "I'm sick to my stomach" after sending the DOGE email -- then learning that it could be "read by malign foreign actors."
Another tells us about DOGE's surprising first cut at the Social Security Administration.
Assume This Will Be Read by Malign Foreign Actors
Trump secretaries resist DOGE demand. Upset in German elections. Macron visits Washington. Are Medicaid cuts coming? And some News That Doesn't Suck.
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February 25, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The method to DOGE’s madness: fire workers who’d defend the institutions, remove regulators, introduce conflicts of interest and stifle dissent. But there are signs the public is pushing back.
Plus: Luigi Mangione makes a court appearance.
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Connecting the DOGE Dots
We break down how DOGE is assaulting our institutions. They've removed regulators, infiltrated agencies, and fired thousands. But Trump's poll numbers are sinking... Plus, Luigi Mangione is back.
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February 22, 2025 at 12:21 AM
The News Not Noise Letter: Los Angeles Holds Its Breath

LA braces for round two, as the NWS issues its highest level alert for extreme wind + fire conditions. Also: air quality, fire retardant, price gouging, and politics.

Plus, a wow move by the Supreme Court.

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The News Not Noise Letter: Los Angeles Holds Its Breath
Firefighters make progress as forecasters warn extreme winds are imminent. Plus: air quality, help from near and far, and a surprising move by the Supreme Court.
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January 14, 2025 at 1:40 AM
We advise trying to avoid political conversations at your Thanksgiving meal. 

But in case that fails…

We’ve got you covered. 

With facts about the economy, inflation, immigration, mass deportation, student athletes and more.

Data you need to make your case…

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Dinner Table Cheat Sheet: Newsletter Extra
Key facts you can use in those unavoidable political conversations at your family gatherings.
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November 28, 2024 at 1:08 AM
Wondering what's safe to discuss at Thanksgiving?

Have you heard about the rats who drive cars….or do you know how to tell if your dog is judging you?

Fascinating news stories for conflict free conversation. Plus science-backed tips to keep your peace this holiday...here:

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The News Not Noise Letter: Thanksgiving Survival Guide
Happy Thanksgiving! Here are our Thanksgiving survival tips and conversation starters for a drama-free holiday.
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November 26, 2024 at 12:14 AM