Rob
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Keir Starmer's decision to ignore his US ambassador's close ties to Jeffrey Epstein has brought his already historically unpopular government to the edge of oblivion.
https://bit.ly/4bNkkjK
https://bit.ly/4bNkkjK
www.thenation.com
February 15, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Keir Starmer's decision to ignore his US ambassador's close ties to Jeffrey Epstein has brought his already historically unpopular government to the edge of oblivion.
https://bit.ly/4bNkkjK
https://bit.ly/4bNkkjK
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“What is the point of calling 911 knowing that you might lose a family member?”
After the NYPD shot 22-year-old Jabez Chakraborty in his home, advocates & South Asian community members are calling for police not to respond to 911 mental health calls, Prajwal Bhat & Biplob Kumar Das report.
After the NYPD shot 22-year-old Jabez Chakraborty in his home, advocates & South Asian community members are calling for police not to respond to 911 mental health calls, Prajwal Bhat & Biplob Kumar Das report.
NYPD shooting of Bangladeshi New Yorker tests Mamdani’s approach to mental health crises
Advocates and South Asian New Yorkers call for police not to respond to 911 mental health calls, after NYPD shooting of Jabez Chakraborty
prismreports.org
February 15, 2026 at 7:21 PM
“What is the point of calling 911 knowing that you might lose a family member?”
After the NYPD shot 22-year-old Jabez Chakraborty in his home, advocates & South Asian community members are calling for police not to respond to 911 mental health calls, Prajwal Bhat & Biplob Kumar Das report.
After the NYPD shot 22-year-old Jabez Chakraborty in his home, advocates & South Asian community members are calling for police not to respond to 911 mental health calls, Prajwal Bhat & Biplob Kumar Das report.
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Lawmakers accuse Pam Bondi of ‘purposefully mudding’ list of names associated with Epstein in new DOJ letter
Lawmakers accuse DOJ of ‘purposefully mudding’ list of names associated with Epstein
In a six-page letter to members of Congress, the DOJ said it has released ‘all’ documents related to the required disclosures and listed a series of high-profile names – including those of Marilyn Monroe and Janis Joplin
trib.al
February 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Lawmakers accuse Pam Bondi of ‘purposefully mudding’ list of names associated with Epstein in new DOJ letter
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Critics have alleged that ICE agents racially profile people as part of the Trump administration's deportation operations.
Tom Homan Refutes Claims That ICE Is Racial Profiling
www.newsweek.com
February 15, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Critics have alleged that ICE agents racially profile people as part of the Trump administration's deportation operations.
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NEW: This was another eventful week for democracy, with the worst voter suppression bill ever passed and new information about an FBI raid built on conspiracies.
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
This week at Democracy Docket: The worst voter suppression bill ever passed, and an FBI raid built on conspiracy theories
When the U.S. House passed the SAVE Act last year, historians told us it was Congress' worst attack on voting rights ever. Well, this week the House approved an even worse one.
www.democracydocket.com
February 15, 2026 at 8:45 PM
NEW: This was another eventful week for democracy, with the worst voter suppression bill ever passed and new information about an FBI raid built on conspiracies.
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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Disabled US citizen dragged out of her car and arrested by ICE: "2 days ago I had to go to the doctor to get a nerve block to stop the constant shooting pain through neck & head. A month later, I still can't raise my arms normally and do not sleep well."
February 15, 2026 at 1:23 PM
Disabled US citizen dragged out of her car and arrested by ICE: "2 days ago I had to go to the doctor to get a nerve block to stop the constant shooting pain through neck & head. A month later, I still can't raise my arms normally and do not sleep well."
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Masked death squad hitting another car to give them the pretext to assassinate her. That's ICE/CBP.
If only they had worn body cameras, this wouldn't have hap—
February 15, 2026 at 1:59 PM
Masked death squad hitting another car to give them the pretext to assassinate her. That's ICE/CBP.
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✨ SUPER SUNDAY PARTY ✨
Trump says he's "Peace President"
Meanwhile:
* ICE kills US citizens for NO reason
* Venezuela invaded
* Ukraine war ongoing
* GAZA still being bombed
* Greenland?
..
Let's just call him what he is 👇🏼
Follow & support each other, resist 👊🏼
SP drops tonight. Interested 🤚🏼
🔄🫂
Trump says he's "Peace President"
Meanwhile:
* ICE kills US citizens for NO reason
* Venezuela invaded
* Ukraine war ongoing
* GAZA still being bombed
* Greenland?
..
Let's just call him what he is 👇🏼
Follow & support each other, resist 👊🏼
SP drops tonight. Interested 🤚🏼
🔄🫂
February 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM
✨ SUPER SUNDAY PARTY ✨
Trump says he's "Peace President"
Meanwhile:
* ICE kills US citizens for NO reason
* Venezuela invaded
* Ukraine war ongoing
* GAZA still being bombed
* Greenland?
..
Let's just call him what he is 👇🏼
Follow & support each other, resist 👊🏼
SP drops tonight. Interested 🤚🏼
🔄🫂
Trump says he's "Peace President"
Meanwhile:
* ICE kills US citizens for NO reason
* Venezuela invaded
* Ukraine war ongoing
* GAZA still being bombed
* Greenland?
..
Let's just call him what he is 👇🏼
Follow & support each other, resist 👊🏼
SP drops tonight. Interested 🤚🏼
🔄🫂
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www.cnn.com/2026/02/14/p...
“ICE agents — were being deployed, without any clear guidelines, training, pulling people out of their homes … tear-gassing crowds simply who were standing there, not breaking any laws,” Obama said.
“ICE agents — were being deployed, without any clear guidelines, training, pulling people out of their homes … tear-gassing crowds simply who were standing there, not breaking any laws,” Obama said.
Obama compares ICE’s ‘rogue behavior’ in Minnesota to dictatorships | CNN Politics
Former President Barack Obama said that the behavior of ICE agents in Minnesota over the past few months was “deeply concerning and dangerous.”
www.cnn.com
February 15, 2026 at 1:53 PM
www.cnn.com/2026/02/14/p...
“ICE agents — were being deployed, without any clear guidelines, training, pulling people out of their homes … tear-gassing crowds simply who were standing there, not breaking any laws,” Obama said.
“ICE agents — were being deployed, without any clear guidelines, training, pulling people out of their homes … tear-gassing crowds simply who were standing there, not breaking any laws,” Obama said.
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This ICE-hole aimed a grenade launcher directly at a protester’s face outside the Metropolitan Detention Center in downtown Los Angeles. The woman bravely gave zero fucks and stared the thug down.
‘Less than lethal’ rounds at this range can be deadly. (2/13/26)
#Resist #ProudBlue #LA #FuckICE
‘Less than lethal’ rounds at this range can be deadly. (2/13/26)
#Resist #ProudBlue #LA #FuckICE
February 15, 2026 at 1:47 PM
This ICE-hole aimed a grenade launcher directly at a protester’s face outside the Metropolitan Detention Center in downtown Los Angeles. The woman bravely gave zero fucks and stared the thug down.
‘Less than lethal’ rounds at this range can be deadly. (2/13/26)
#Resist #ProudBlue #LA #FuckICE
‘Less than lethal’ rounds at this range can be deadly. (2/13/26)
#Resist #ProudBlue #LA #FuckICE
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“Ofelia was heroic and brave in the face of ICE’s detention and threatened deportation of her father...We mourn Ofelia’s passing, and we hope that she will serve as a model for us all for how to be courageous and to fight for what’s right to our last breaths.” www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/14/c...
Chicago teen whose father was detained by ICE while she fought cancer dies
The Torres family story came to public attention after the teen’s father was detained at a Home Depot in Niles.
www.chicagotribune.com
February 15, 2026 at 2:28 PM
“Ofelia was heroic and brave in the face of ICE’s detention and threatened deportation of her father...We mourn Ofelia’s passing, and we hope that she will serve as a model for us all for how to be courageous and to fight for what’s right to our last breaths.” www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/14/c...
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It’s no mystery to me that courts ruled that ICE is a lawless bunch of thugs.
ICE breaks the law every day and has caused a “Landslide of lawsuits” for the American taxpayers to contend with.
#ProudBlue #FuckICE #Resist #DefundICE
ICE breaks the law every day and has caused a “Landslide of lawsuits” for the American taxpayers to contend with.
#ProudBlue #FuckICE #Resist #DefundICE
February 15, 2026 at 2:33 PM
It’s no mystery to me that courts ruled that ICE is a lawless bunch of thugs.
ICE breaks the law every day and has caused a “Landslide of lawsuits” for the American taxpayers to contend with.
#ProudBlue #FuckICE #Resist #DefundICE
ICE breaks the law every day and has caused a “Landslide of lawsuits” for the American taxpayers to contend with.
#ProudBlue #FuckICE #Resist #DefundICE
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"Trump can’t show his face at the Super Bowl. Whether he attends a World Cup match is an open question. If they go anywhere, they’re met with massive public resistance."
On the pod, @alexshephard.bsky.social is so good on the collapse of MAGA's cultural dominance:
newrepublic.com/article/2063...
On the pod, @alexshephard.bsky.social is so good on the collapse of MAGA's cultural dominance:
newrepublic.com/article/2063...
A MAGA Voter’s Viral Takedown of Trump’s Racism Cuts Deep: “Pathetic!”
As Trump faces intense blowback over his racist mockery of the Obamas, the writer of a new piece on Trump, MAGA, and the Super Bowl explains how Trumpism’s cultural power is rapidly shrinking.
newrepublic.com
February 9, 2026 at 5:42 PM
"Trump can’t show his face at the Super Bowl. Whether he attends a World Cup match is an open question. If they go anywhere, they’re met with massive public resistance."
On the pod, @alexshephard.bsky.social is so good on the collapse of MAGA's cultural dominance:
newrepublic.com/article/2063...
On the pod, @alexshephard.bsky.social is so good on the collapse of MAGA's cultural dominance:
newrepublic.com/article/2063...
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Again: if you go to this FIFA World Cup, don’t say you’ve not been given notice.
ICE Director Says It Will Play Key Security Role At World Cup
ICE Director Says It Will Play Key Security Role At World Cup
The acting ICE director did not confirm whether operations or raids would pause during matches and FIFA-sanctioned events, despite concerns from lawmakers.
www.forbes.com
February 11, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Again: if you go to this FIFA World Cup, don’t say you’ve not been given notice.
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Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons told lawmakers that his agency will play “a key part of the overall security apparatus” for the 2026 World Cup. Lyons was asked by House Democrat Nellie Pou if he realized that fear of ICE actions could be a concern for visitors.
February 12, 2026 at 5:37 AM
Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons told lawmakers that his agency will play “a key part of the overall security apparatus” for the 2026 World Cup. Lyons was asked by House Democrat Nellie Pou if he realized that fear of ICE actions could be a concern for visitors.
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Trump deportation surge left Texas with shortage of home builders. Now Republican wants completely new visa to fix that
Immigration raids scared off Texas builders. A Republican wants visa to get them back
The U.S. already has special visas for workers in sectors like agriculture and tech
trib.al
February 14, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Trump deportation surge left Texas with shortage of home builders. Now Republican wants completely new visa to fix that
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Natalie Richards, 37, said her health insurance premium skyrocketed when enhanced ACA subsidies expired. She can no longer afford her medications.
A single mom's ACA premium jumped from $3 to $164. Now she's skipping her medications.
Natalie Richards, 37, said her health insurance premium skyrocketed when enhanced ACA subsidies expired. She can no longer afford her medications.
www.businessinsider.com
February 14, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Natalie Richards, 37, said her health insurance premium skyrocketed when enhanced ACA subsidies expired. She can no longer afford her medications.
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The researchers found that there was no evidence "to justify blanket bans" and called for policies to "remain dynamic, guided by evolving evidence and ethical imperatives"
February 14, 2026 at 10:24 AM
The researchers found that there was no evidence "to justify blanket bans" and called for policies to "remain dynamic, guided by evolving evidence and ethical imperatives"
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Steve Bannon discussed opposition strategies with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein against Pope Francis, with Bannon saying he hoped to “take down” the pontiff, according to newly released files from the US Department of Justice. https://cnn.it/4tH3r0O
February 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Steve Bannon discussed opposition strategies with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein against Pope Francis, with Bannon saying he hoped to “take down” the pontiff, according to newly released files from the US Department of Justice. https://cnn.it/4tH3r0O
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Von der Leyen calls for independent Europe with strong mutual defence clause
Von der Leyen calls for independent Europe with strong mutual defence clause
"Mutual defence is not optional for the EU," she said
dlvr.it
February 14, 2026 at 10:37 AM
Von der Leyen calls for independent Europe with strong mutual defence clause
February 14, 2026 at 10:52 AM
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ICE says federal agents appear to have lied about confrontation that led to shooting
ICE says federal agents appear to have lied about confrontation that led to shooting
Officers claimed they were attacked, prompting one to open fire.
dlvr.it
February 13, 2026 at 7:37 PM
ICE says federal agents appear to have lied about confrontation that led to shooting
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Don Lemon pleads not guilty to charges stemming from his reporting at an anti-ICE protest in a Minnesota church
Don Lemon pleads not guilty to charges stemming from church protest coverage
Lemon was charged after the protest drew outrage from conservative politicians and influencers.
trib.al
February 13, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Don Lemon pleads not guilty to charges stemming from his reporting at an anti-ICE protest in a Minnesota church
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@rikiwilchins.bsky.social 2026 Feb 13:
An earlier post incorrectly reported the European Parliament voted for women's equity resolutions which only had trans-inclusive language. EITM reports Item (y) specifically called for "full recognition of trans women as women" & passed overwhelming 340-141.
An earlier post incorrectly reported the European Parliament voted for women's equity resolutions which only had trans-inclusive language. EITM reports Item (y) specifically called for "full recognition of trans women as women" & passed overwhelming 340-141.
European Parliament Votes Overwhelmingly For "The Full Recognition Of Trans Women As Women"
The resolution, though nonbinding, is a significant shot at those who seek to erode transgender rights on the continent.
www.erininthemorning.com
February 13, 2026 at 7:42 PM
@rikiwilchins.bsky.social 2026 Feb 13:
An earlier post incorrectly reported the European Parliament voted for women's equity resolutions which only had trans-inclusive language. EITM reports Item (y) specifically called for "full recognition of trans women as women" & passed overwhelming 340-141.
An earlier post incorrectly reported the European Parliament voted for women's equity resolutions which only had trans-inclusive language. EITM reports Item (y) specifically called for "full recognition of trans women as women" & passed overwhelming 340-141.
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The ruling allows an April election where voters can let the legislature draw a new congressional map. It could help Democrats win more House seats. Republicans might still fight it in court. n.pr/3OmZz4D
Virginia court allows Democrats' redistricting vote in their plan to counter to Trump
The ruling allows an April election where voters can let the legislature draw a new congressional map. It could help Democrats win more House seats. Republicans might still fight it in court.
n.pr
February 13, 2026 at 7:44 PM
The ruling allows an April election where voters can let the legislature draw a new congressional map. It could help Democrats win more House seats. Republicans might still fight it in court. n.pr/3OmZz4D