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Eleanor Tyler
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Legal Analyst at Bloomberg Law. Texas expat, lawyer, antitrust enthusiast, lover of small joys. Worked in int'l affairs as an analyst, practiced law, was a reporter, now an analyst. Not progressing professionally, but learning! Opinions/posts my own.
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eleanortyler.bsky.social
I'm pretty sure all of us who've lived in Houston know what's causing the exodus. It is a great city, and it's rapidly becoming unlivable. We were flooded out of our house all the way back in 2001 -- a hundred year flood. One of what -- four in 20 years? What will wet bulb temperatures be by 2030?
December 10, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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NEW (but deja vu): Texas and Florida are suing the FDA over its approval and regulation of the abortion drug mifepristone. The states are asking Judge Reed O'Connor to declare the 25yo approval unlawful and yank mife from the market—but judges can't do that
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screenshot of complaint in a lawsuit IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS WICHITA FALLS DIVISION THE STATE OF FLORIDA and THE STATE OF TEXAS, by and through their Attorneys General, Plaintiffs, v. U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION; U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES; MARTIN A. MAKARY, M.D., M.P.H., in his official capacity as Commissioner of Food and Drugs, U.S. Food and Drug Administration; RICHARD PAZDUR, M.D., in his official capacity as Director, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, U.S. Food and Drug Administration; and ROBERT F. KENNEDY, JR., in his official capacity as Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Defendants. Case No. ______________ COMPLAINT 1. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for “protect[ing] the public health by ensuring that . . . drugs are safe and effective.”21 U.S.C. § 393(b)(2)(B). 2. Yet the FDA’s approval and deregulation of abortion drugs have placed women and girls in harm’s way
December 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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followtheh.bsky.social
Gundlach is adamant aggressive rate cuts coming post Powell whether you like them or not and that the dollar will continue to massively weaken

own non us credit
December 10, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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jbwallingford.bsky.social
Calling all postdocs! Applications are open for Dept. of Molecular Biosciences 3rd Trailblazers Postdoctoral Symposium @utaustin.bsky.social. Come to Austin, meet your peers, showcase your work. Application is easy and all expenses are paid! Spread the word!

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December 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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minibubbly.bsky.social
Voyager 1 will reach one light-day from Earth in 2026. Here’s what that means

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Voyager 1 will reach one light-day from Earth in 2026. Here’s what that means
Voyager 1, NASA’s deep-space probe, could soon become the first spacecraft to reach a historic milestone. In November 2026, the probe will be one light-day from Earth.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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admirablewomen.bsky.social
#Poet Emily Dickinson was born #OTD in 1830.

She wrote ~1,800 poems & only 10 were published in her lifetime (& heavily edited by publishers to be "normal"). Unrecognized in her time, Dickinson was known later for her innovative use of form & syntax and influence on #poetry styles like free verse.
Rare daguerreotype of Emily Dickinson, taken around 1847 when she was about 16. The young poet gazes directly and unflinchingly at the camera, her dark hair center-parted and pulled back, wearing a dark dress with a white lace collar and a black ribbon tied at the throat. This is the only authenticated photograph of the reclusive genius who would later write nearly 1,800 poems--most discovered only after her death--and become one of America’s greatest literary voices.
December 10, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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marcelias.bsky.social
My latest went out to Democracy Docket subscribers this morning. Never miss out on what is happening to democracy in court, subscribe now. hubs.ly/Q03M8rql0
December 10, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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bgrueskin.bsky.social
And here we go www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
US Seizes Oil Tanker Off the Coast of Venezuela
US forces have intercepted and seized a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, according to people familiar with the matter, a move that marks a serious escalation of tensions between the t...
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December 10, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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jonseidel.bsky.social
JUST IN: Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey Snell just confirmed, at the prodding of U.S. Magistrate Judge Keri Holleb Hotaling, that this motion for dismissal followed a "no bill" from a grand jury.

That means the grand jury refused to indict.
jonseidel.bsky.social Jon Seidel @jonseidel.bsky.social · 7d
U.S. prosecutors in Chicago are dropping another case tied to Operation Midway Blitz, "without prejudice."

It's USA v. Nathan Griffin. Below is the motion, followed by excerpts from the complaint.

The feds don't say why they're dropping it, but they had until today to secure an indictment.
MOTION TO DISMISS COMPLAINT The UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, by its attorney, ANDREW S. BOUTROS, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, hereby moves the Court, pursuant to Rule 48(a) of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, to dismiss the complaint in this case against NATHAN GRIFFIN without prejudice. Dated: December 3, 2025 Respectfully submitted, ANDREW S. BOUTROS. United States Attorney 4. According to information provided by USBP Agent 1, who has been employed by USBP for approximately 5 years, and my review of USBP Agent 1’s body worn camera video: a. On or about October 24, 2025, USBP Agent 1 was: (i) in a USBP tactical uniform which included markings on the front of his tactical vest that identified him as “POLICE” with an American flag; and (ii) in the front passenger seat of an unmarked vehicle in the area of North Broadway and West Belmont Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. b. USBP Agent 1 and other USBP agents were in the area looking for a body worn camera they believed might have been dropped in that area during a prior immigration related arrest. c. After the vehicle in which USBP Agent 1 was riding stopped on the right side of the road, USBP Agent 1 opened the front passenger door and began to exit the vehicle. After placing his right leg outside of the vehicle, USBP Agent 1 felt pain and pressure on his leg, and saw an individual, later identified as GRIFFIN, outside of his door, forcibly trying to close the door. d. USBP Agent 1 was able push the door open, exit the vehicle, and, with the assistance of USBP Agent 2, was able to take GRIFFIN into custody. While doing so, GRIFFIN initially refused to let go of the USBP vehicle’s door handle and a nearby scaffolding and passively resisted being taken into custody. e. I observed on body worn camera video that as GRIFFIN was taken into custody, he stated to USBP agents: “I didn’t assault anybody. . . Shutting a door isn’t a fucking crime.” f. As a result of GRIFFIN closing the door on USBP Agent 1’s leg, USBP Agent 1 received a small gouge and scrapes on his right leg. The image below is of the injury to USBP Agent 1’s leg. 5. Following his arrest, GRIFFIN identified himself as NATHAN GRIFFIN. 6. For the forgoing reasons, I respectfully submit that there is probable cause to believe that defendant NATHAN GRIFFIN forcibly assaulted, impeded, and interfered with an officer of the United States, as designated in Title 18, United States Code, Section 1114, more specifically, USBP Agent 1, while the agent was engaged in the performance of his official duties, and in doing so, engaged in an act involving physical contact with USBP Agent 1, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 111(a)(1). FURTHER AFFIANT SAYETH NOT.
December 10, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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gasbuddyguy.bsky.social
A Billion-Barrel Oil Glut Is Forming at Sea: Geopolitics and sanctions are causing crude to accumulate on the ocean (WSJ)
December 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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erinlwebb.bsky.social
Really interesting insurance ruling with potential impact beyond ghost guns - could impact public nuisance coverage on a larger scale.
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December 10, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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dougthelawyer.bsky.social
Today it was my honor to present oral argument in the 14th Court of Appeals in Houston, Texas, on behalf of my client.

The issue is whether a trial judge in a criminal case can tell the jury that "beyond a reasonable doubt" can be as low as "60 percent."
December 10, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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annmlipton.bsky.social
"Paramount’s tender offer to acquire stock from current shareholders would circumvent WBD’s board of directors."

No it would not.

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December 10, 2025 at 11:49 AM
eleanortyler.bsky.social
This system was also more flexible and durable: write broad laws that delegate, then let an agency monitor and shift the specifics of regulation to meet the times. Having to do everything by statute isn't just time consuming, it's dumb. And Congress has now long been unable to do the bare minimum.
donmoyn.bsky.social Don Moynihan @donmoyn.bsky.social · 16h
🧵 Also: Much legal theory seems to be based on a fantasy Congress.
The administrative state grew because Congress, which has a limited number of people with extraordinary time demands, delegated to specialists.
It now has the same number of people, demands are worse and tasks are more complex.
joshchafetz.bsky.social Josh Chafetz @joshchafetz.bsky.social · 19h
1/ A few thoughts about @williambaude.bsky.social’s comment in yesterday’s NYT chat that, “It’s amazing how many of our problems today could be solved by a Congress that was willing and able to legislate in response to national problems.” www.nytimes.com/2025/12/09/o...
December 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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joshchafetz.bsky.social
1/ A few thoughts about @williambaude.bsky.social’s comment in yesterday’s NYT chat that, “It’s amazing how many of our problems today could be solved by a Congress that was willing and able to legislate in response to national problems.” www.nytimes.com/2025/12/09/o...
Opinion | At the Supreme Court, Scenes From a Judicial Backlash
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December 10, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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timothynoah.bsky.social
I'll be writing again soon about the Cohen and the endangered murals inside it by Ben Shahn, Philip Guston, and Seymour Fogel. If you're just tuning in, here's the story so far:

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December 9, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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meau.bsky.social
Calling all #kidlit authors and illustrators! We’re awarding a $4,000 fellowship for you to come and spend time with incredible archives to inspire your next work. Richard Scarry, Esphyr Slobodkina, James Marshall… our holdings are outstanding. Apply! Repost! library.uconn.edu/location/asc...
December 9, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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meau.bsky.social
For scholars interested in illustration and writing for children, we’re offering a research fellowship — $4,000 to support research, and a very easy application. Please apply! Please repost! library.uconn.edu/location/asc...
December 9, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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meau.bsky.social
Do you do archival research? Do you know anyone who does? Our travel grant is a very easy application and we give $1,500 to come do research onsite in Storrs, CT. Apply! Repost! library.uconn.edu/location/asc...
December 9, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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openmarkets.bsky.social
The European Commission announced aggressive enforcement actions against Google today to protect AI competition and democracy. The moves follow similarly bold and laudable action against Meta last week.

Our full statement from Europe & Transatlantic Partnerships Director @maxvonthun.bsky.social:
December 9, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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audrelawdamercy.bsky.social
In the Trump administration's own words, from yesterday's oral argument: the president “must have the power to control” administrative agencies, and “the one who has the power to remove is the person that they have to fear and obey” 🥴

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December 9, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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annabower.bsky.social
NEWS: Judge Boasberg orders Erez Reuveni and Drew Ensign to testify in court next week as part of his ongoing contempt inquiry over Alien Enemies Act flights.
Case 1:25-cv-00766-JEB Document 200 Filed 12/08/25 Page 1 of 2 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA J.G.G., et al., Plaintiffs, V. DONALD J. TRUMP, et al., Defendants. Civil Action No. 25-766 (JEB) ORDER In response to the Court's Order of November 28, 2025, the Government has submitted cursory declarations from Secretary Kristi Noem and attorneys then at the Department of Justice who advised her. Noem avers that she made "the decision to continue the transfer of custody of the Alien Enemies Act detainees who had been removed from the United States before this Court issued its temporary restraining order in the evening of March 15, 2025." ECF No. 198-1 (Declaration of Secretary Noem). As this declaration does not provide enough information for the Court to determine whether her decision was a willful violation of the Court's Order, the Court cannot at this juncture find probable cause that her actions constituted criminal contempt. See United States v. Young, 107 F.3d 903, 907 (D.C. Cir. 1997) (contempt requires finding that (1) court order was "clear and reasonably specific; (2) "the defendant violated the order"; and (3) "the violation was willful") (internal quotation marks omitted). A referral for prosecution, consequently, would be premature. The Court thus believes that it is necessary to hear witness testimony to better understand the bases of the decision to transfer the deportees out of United States custody in the context of the hearing on March 15, 2025. The events surrounding this decision should shed light on this question. The Court accordingly ORDERS that: 1. Plaintiffs shall attempt to secure the presence of Erez Reuveni for testimony on December 15, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.; 2. The Government shall produce Drew Ensign for testimony on December 16, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.; and 3. Both sides shall appear in person at such hearings and will have the opportunity to question witnesses. /s/ James E. Boasberg JAMES E. BOASBERG Chief
December 8, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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karenguzzo.bsky.social
The burden of “successfully” raising children is increasingly individualized as we break down collective social goods, like public health and public education.
meganranney.bsky.social Megan Ranney MD MPH @meganranney.bsky.social · 3d
“New moms said the shifting health advice from the Trump administration has made an already seemingly endless number of decisions feel even more daunting”
Confusion, Anxiety for Parents as Vaccine Guidelines are Upended
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December 7, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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akivamcohen.bsky.social
Gorsuch leaning in to "actually, all these agencies are unconstitutional in their entirety"

Gorsuch is very much not on board with "sever this and let the executive control it"

Folks, we might be walking out of this without any executive agencies at all
December 8, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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jjvincent.bsky.social
can't stop watching this clip of a tesla Optimus teleoperator taking his headset off before properly logging out the robot
December 8, 2025 at 9:29 AM