Karen “Kay” Ross

That’s me! Join me - I’ll be around all day tomorrow. Just comment with your questions and I’ll get back to them throughout the day!

Cheers 🥂

Yes, I will! 🤩 Thanks so much for sharing! ❤️🙌

Don’t take the deal! Spread the word, let all your federal worker friends know! #DontTaketheDeal

“On Friday, February 7, 2025, at 11:59 pm (EST) all USAID direct hire personnel will be placed on administrative leave globally, with the exception of designated personnel responsible for mission-critical functions, core leadership and specially designated programs. Essential personnel expected to continue working will be informed by Agency leadership by Thursday, February 6, at 3:00pm (EST). For USAID personnel currently posted outside the United States, the Agency, in coordination with missions and the Department of State, is currently preparing a plan, in accordance with all applicable requirements and laws, under which the Agency would arrange and pay for return travel to the United States within 30 days and provide for the termination of PSC and ISC contracts that are not determined to be essential. The Agency will consider case-by-case exceptions and return travel extensions based on personal or family hardship, mobility or safety concerns, or other reasons. For example, the Agency will consider exceptions based on the timing of dependents’ school term, personal or familial medical needs, pregnancy, and other reasons. Further guidance on how to request an exception will be forthcoming. Thank you for your service”

USAID’s website has been deleted, all that is left is a note saying all personnel are now on administrative leave and personnel outside the US are to be brought home. Completely illegal, no act of congress or even executive order was signed to dismantle the agency

Selective outrage of the right.

Oh thank God they left the KKK day (year) of observance untouched.

Good point! My apologies - taking myself back to school immediately so I have a process in place for myself. I realize this may read as sarcasm, but I assure you, I’m a Capricorn and we take learning and a process seriously!

Good point! My apologies - taking myself back to school immediately so I have a process in place for myself. I realize this may read as sarcasm, but I assure you, I’m a Capricorn and we take learning and a process seriously!

The Alliance for Retired Americans filed a lawsuit against Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary for disclosing information and treasury data to DOGE.

A hearing on the restraining order is at 3:00.

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A memo listing all of the clubs eliminated by USMA.

The United States Military Academy has just eliminated all Cadet clubs and activities for POC. Most of these have existed for decades like the Society of Black Engineers. They were there when I was a Cadet in 1987. All of the religious ones remain. This isn’t DEI. It’s white Christian Nationalism.

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Just sayin’… no matter how mad I am at the world, I am just as sad I am never going to get that last season of GLOW. But I will still watch what I have with hope, delight, & optimism because when writing is effortlessly on point, it’s always better than a completed piece of crap. #GLOW #greatwriting

West Point Memo ::: White only

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Absolutely. Grind it to a halt.

Democratic senators will hold the Senate floor all night long in opposition to the nomination of Russ Vought, an organizer of Project 2025, to head the OMB.

All The Federal Lawsuits Related to Trump Admin Executive Orders We put them all in one place.

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Stevie Wonder impromptu at NAMM show 2025 day 1 Nord don’t you worry bout a thing YouTube video by DougOrlando

In a world of so much existential dread and darkness, we have the anti-Trump, the antidote - SAINT STEVIE WONDER to heal our hearts. This is an impromptu performance at NAMM 2025! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Flk1...

➡️ January 20: FAA director fired
➡️ January 21: Air Traffic Controller hiring frozen
➡️ January 22: Aviation Safety Advisory Committee disbanded
➡️ January 28: Buyout/retirement demand sent to existing employees
➡️ January 29: First American mid-air collision in 16 years

Making America Great Again!

Women deserve to know the TRUTH about the impact of Texas' total abortion ban.

Today, I along with Rep. Gerry Connolly, Rep. Summer Lee, and Rep. Ayanna Pressley sent ANOTHER letter calling on
Texas to explain why it won't release maternal mortality data from the past 2 years after Dobbs.

Civil rights attorney, former Miss Kansas contestant killed in plane crash near DC airport As families and communities identify victims in Wednesday night’s plane crash near Washington, D.C., we’re learning that a well-known civil rights attorney and former Miss Kansas contestant is among t...

Kiah was set to join our faculty at Howard Law School in the Fall. She was a dedicated, brilliant civil rights lawyer poised to make a powerful difference in our world.

Our hearts are broken & we pray for her family & friends.

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Store front or farmer’s market? The Studio City FM has an excellent French bakery - they use French flour (summer wheat). SO GOOD! I’ll double check the name tho. Aroma Coffee & Tea has some good stuff but it’s a limited selection. And there’s that patisserie in Burbank. Yep… I’ll get names

If you are a federal worker being offered a buyout, I would advise against taking it.

Of course, this is a personal decision for everyone and it’s your choice.

But these offers are a rush job. The legality is questionable and this admin does not keep to its word.

They aren’t firing for a reason.

We’ve been on the phone with multiple agencies/orgs. They’ve been completely cut off from federal money. We’re talking housing, homeless services, public safety, etc.

I’m calling a press conference today to explain how this could have drastic local impacts to our constituents.

I’m sorry, what?! Are these for all jobs or federal jobs? Either way, this is ABSOLUTELY UNCONSTITUTIONAL!

Those in the federal or civil service don’t serve the president - they serve the people!

What have y’all heard?

“Don’t give into fear.” I’m an action plan kind of person. So, what does that include? For me, it’s:

- Continue to get your news from a trusted source
- Make a plan, and include contingencies
- Have every important doc or info ready, should the worst happen

Bad is not so bad when you prepare.