Alex Formuzis
@alexformuzis.bsky.social
Husband, father, views are my own. Sometimes they're Jack's.
The Trump administration's message is unmistakable: hand over sensitive data or your most vulnerable residents, including children, vets & the elderly, will go hungry.
What a basket of deplorables.
What a basket of deplorables.
Agriculture Dept. Threatens to Withhold Food Stamps From Democratic States
www.nytimes.com
December 3, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The Trump administration's message is unmistakable: hand over sensitive data or your most vulnerable residents, including children, vets & the elderly, will go hungry.
What a basket of deplorables.
What a basket of deplorables.
I see. So the two survivors clinging to the smoldering wreckage somehow had the entire country right where they wanted us.
They’re definitely not making this any better!
FOX: You said the follow up strike was lawful. What law is it that allows no survivors?
LEAVITT: The strike was conducted in self defense to protect Americans
LEAVITT: The strike was conducted in self defense to protect Americans
December 1, 2025 at 7:12 PM
I see. So the two survivors clinging to the smoldering wreckage somehow had the entire country right where they wanted us.
Trump's own Labor Dept:
There is no "safe" level of #asbestos exposure for any type of asbestos fiber. Asbestos exposures as short in duration as a few days have caused #mesothelioma in humans. www.osha.gov/asbestos
There is no "safe" level of #asbestos exposure for any type of asbestos fiber. Asbestos exposures as short in duration as a few days have caused #mesothelioma in humans. www.osha.gov/asbestos
White House dodged East Wing asbestos permits
The East Wing was built at a time when the fibrous minerals were widely used in construction because of their fire-retardant qualities.
www.eenews.net
December 1, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Trump's own Labor Dept:
There is no "safe" level of #asbestos exposure for any type of asbestos fiber. Asbestos exposures as short in duration as a few days have caused #mesothelioma in humans. www.osha.gov/asbestos
There is no "safe" level of #asbestos exposure for any type of asbestos fiber. Asbestos exposures as short in duration as a few days have caused #mesothelioma in humans. www.osha.gov/asbestos
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"When you remove scientists from science, you don’t get truth. You get ideology. " Signed D3- Deb, Dan, and @drdemetre.bsky.social
We are former CDC officials. RFK Jr.'s change to vaccine guidance is propaganda.
Under Secretary Kennedy, CDC materials can no longer be assumed to reflect scientific authority.
www.ms.now
November 21, 2025 at 11:01 PM
"When you remove scientists from science, you don’t get truth. You get ideology. " Signed D3- Deb, Dan, and @drdemetre.bsky.social
Independents as this point "despise him."
I love this guy.
I love this guy.
Pollster: The numbers for Trump's approval ratings are just atrocious. The AP poll has him 26 points underwater. His net approval rating with independents, 43 points underwater. You can't win with this. If this holds for next year's midterm, wave adios amigos to that House Republican majority
November 21, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Independents as this point "despise him."
I love this guy.
I love this guy.
And that quack at HHS, too.
Lock up the parents responsible
“The U.S. recorded 6,600 pertussis cases in early 2025
Texas has already passed 3,500 cases this year” www.healthday.com/health-news/...
Texas has already passed 3,500 cases this year” www.healthday.com/health-news/...
November 21, 2025 at 1:55 PM
And that quack at HHS, too.
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Inspired by @theonion.com, @pacificgaselectric.bsky.social issues hilarious press release claiming 'California ratepayers overwhelmingly support more unchecked spending by state's monopoly utility companies' - including SCE and SDG&E.
🔗 investor.pgecorp.com/news-events/...
🔗 investor.pgecorp.com/news-events/...
November 20, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Inspired by @theonion.com, @pacificgaselectric.bsky.social issues hilarious press release claiming 'California ratepayers overwhelmingly support more unchecked spending by state's monopoly utility companies' - including SCE and SDG&E.
🔗 investor.pgecorp.com/news-events/...
🔗 investor.pgecorp.com/news-events/...
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America’s largest meat company, Tyson Foods, can no longer claim its beef is ‘climate-smart’ or that it will reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Sophie Kevany reports:
Tyson Foods Decides to Drop ‘Climate-Smart’ Beef Label
Two recent cases may deter unfounded climate claims for meat.
buff.ly
November 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
America’s largest meat company, Tyson Foods, can no longer claim its beef is ‘climate-smart’ or that it will reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Sophie Kevany reports:
The change from yesterday’s webpage to today’s is shocking.
The official advice on the #CDC's website on #vaccines & #autsim is now that of a quack & could very well kill people.
The official advice on the #CDC's website on #vaccines & #autsim is now that of a quack & could very well kill people.
C.D.C. Changes Website to Reflect Kennedy’s Vaccine Skepticism
www.nytimes.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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“The difference is this year industry sees an historic opportunity,” said Suhani Chitalia of @envdefensefund.bsky.social, warning that the EPA’s proposed #TSCA changes reflect a political climate more sympathetic to chemical companies.
www.thenewlede.org/2025/11/epa-...
www.thenewlede.org/2025/11/epa-...
Health and labor groups say proposed EPA chemical review rollbacks endanger communities, workers
Health, environmental and labor groups are voicing their opposition to the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed changes to the nation’s premier chemical safety law, saying the changes w...
www.thenewlede.org
November 17, 2025 at 4:49 PM
“The difference is this year industry sees an historic opportunity,” said Suhani Chitalia of @envdefensefund.bsky.social, warning that the EPA’s proposed #TSCA changes reflect a political climate more sympathetic to chemical companies.
www.thenewlede.org/2025/11/epa-...
www.thenewlede.org/2025/11/epa-...
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Elon Musk is set to make more than every U.S. elementary teacher combined
Elon Musk is set to make more than every U.S. elementary teacher combined
See how Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s new payment package compares with other occupations in the United States.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Elon Musk is set to make more than every U.S. elementary teacher combined
On brand.
NEW: When Andrew Tate landed in the US, Customs & Border Protection seized his electronic devices. But @propublica.org found that a White House official told DHS to return the devices, emphasizing that the request came from the White House.
By @robert-faturechi.bsky.social & Avi Asher-Schapiro
By @robert-faturechi.bsky.social & Avi Asher-Schapiro
The White House Intervened on Behalf of Accused Sex Trafficker Andrew Tate During a Federal Investigation
Federal authorities were chided for seizing electronic devices from Tate and his brother, and told to return them, records and interviews show. Experts said the intervention was highly inappropriate.
www.propublica.org
November 18, 2025 at 1:55 PM
On brand.
Tyson Foods folds. Will no longer push false greenwashing claims its beef production is combating climate change.
Tyson Foods agrees to stop making ‘net-zero’ and ‘climate-smart beef’ claims
WASHINGTON – The Environmental Working Group has re
www.ewg.org
November 17, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Tyson Foods folds. Will no longer push false greenwashing claims its beef production is combating climate change.
Is the President of the United States a pedophile, is now a serious question.
November 16, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Is the President of the United States a pedophile, is now a serious question.
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Hot shit! Yee Haw! Right On @theswinerepublic.bsky.social!
November 12, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Hot shit! Yee Haw! Right On @theswinerepublic.bsky.social!
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EXCLUSIVE: Former University of Iowa professor Chris Jones has announced an exploratory committee for Secretary of Agriculture in Iowa, a major step toward running for office. @ninaelkadi.com reports:
EXCLUSIVE: Clean Water Advocate Chris Jones Takes Step Toward Iowa Agriculture Secretary Run
“I think we need to rethink agriculture,” the professor-turned-advocate tells Sentient.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM
EXCLUSIVE: Former University of Iowa professor Chris Jones has announced an exploratory committee for Secretary of Agriculture in Iowa, a major step toward running for office. @ninaelkadi.com reports:
‘Out of control.’ Fresno industries, residents divided over PG&E’s latest rate hike proposal fresnoland.org/2025/11/07/p...
Hearing for another PG&E rate hike sparks debate in Fresno
A hearing on Friday in Fresno over the latest PG&E rate hike proposal drew support from business group and criticism from residential customers.
fresnoland.org
November 10, 2025 at 6:56 PM
‘Out of control.’ Fresno industries, residents divided over PG&E’s latest rate hike proposal fresnoland.org/2025/11/07/p...
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@exposeutilities.bsky.social & other advocates will be on hand for a "listening session" hosted by California electricity regulators to hear from Fresno-area residents about PG&E's massive rate hike proposal. #StoptheStamp. Details can be found here: tinyurl.com/55whs8ky
November 5, 2025 at 7:19 PM
@exposeutilities.bsky.social & other advocates will be on hand for a "listening session" hosted by California electricity regulators to hear from Fresno-area residents about PG&E's massive rate hike proposal. #StoptheStamp. Details can be found here: tinyurl.com/55whs8ky
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One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
The short documentary “Rovina’s Choice” tells the story of what goes when aid goes.
newyorkermag.visitlink.me
November 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
In my nearly 30 years in Washington, during both Republican and Democratic administrations and multiple budget showdowns with Congress, I never thought I’d see headlines like these.
Trump admin asks appeals court to pause judge’s requirement that it make full November SNAP payments | CNN Politics
The Trump administration is asking a federal appeals court to pause a judge’s order that requires the government to fully cover food stamp benefits for tens of millions of Americans in November.
www.cnn.com
November 7, 2025 at 6:33 PM
In my nearly 30 years in Washington, during both Republican and Democratic administrations and multiple budget showdowns with Congress, I never thought I’d see headlines like these.
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The Trump administration is suing so they don’t have to pay for food stamps. Happy almost thanksgiving!
November 7, 2025 at 3:17 PM
The Trump administration is suing so they don’t have to pay for food stamps. Happy almost thanksgiving!
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How much did Trump charge
*US DISMISSES BOEING CRIMINAL CHARGE OVER 737 MAX JET CRASHES
November 6, 2025 at 4:13 PM
How much did Trump charge
“When you take a wrecking ball to the federal government, you are going to wind up undermining important government functions that keep all of us safe, especially our food,” he said. “It’s only a matter of time before people die.” - EWG's Scott Faber.
Foreign Food Safety Inspections Hit Historic Low After Trump Cuts
The dramatic shift in oversight comes at a time when the U.S. has never been more reliant on foreign food, which accounts for the vast majority of the nation’s seafood and more than half its fresh fru...
www.propublica.org
November 6, 2025 at 4:52 PM
“When you take a wrecking ball to the federal government, you are going to wind up undermining important government functions that keep all of us safe, especially our food,” he said. “It’s only a matter of time before people die.” - EWG's Scott Faber.
I love a good lede.
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."
Republicans Point Fingers After Their Losses, but Not at Trump
www.nytimes.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I love a good lede.
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."
"Republicans were left reeling on Wednesday after voters swung decisively against them, setting off fears that President Trump and his low approval ratings would again drag down the party’s midterm candidates."