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Host: @indyamericans.bsky.social. Founder: @indyvetsofamerica.bsky.social, Righteous, @amvets4ukraine.bsky.social, IAVA, Operation Liberty. Speaking truth to power. https://linktr.ee/paulrieckhoff

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Thank you, @reuters.com

10.03.2026 19:28 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

And do it especially for our troops in harms way that can’t.

Eternal vigilance is the price of freedom.

And now especially is a time for all Americans to pay it.

If you’re reading this now, that means you.πŸš¨πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

10.03.2026 19:06 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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The truth is always the first casualty of war.

Especially with Trump.

And we all know how he feels about casualties and wounded vets.

Question everything from him and this goverment.

Especially in a time of war.

10.03.2026 19:05 πŸ‘ 35 πŸ” 11 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 2
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100%. Unacceptable.

And typical of the Acting Secretary of Culture War.

Even in a time of war with women warriors serving in harms way.

10.03.2026 18:38 πŸ‘ 38 πŸ” 16 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 0
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It’s the day after @colbertlateshow.bsky.social

Some thanks, calls to action (incl for Colbert re Lindsey Graham), & next steps.

The future of our country hangs in the balance.

Keep fighting. Join the movement: @indyvetsofamerica.bsky.social www.IndependentVeteransOfAmerica.org

LFG.πŸš¨πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ—½πŸΊ

10.03.2026 18:08 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Independent Veterans of America Leave the herds. Run with the pack. Independent Veterans of America (IVA) is organizing the millions of politically independent veterans in America to defend and strengthen our democracy.

I’ve got some ideas too. Let’s replace this partisan chickenhawk with a real leader.

One who will never betray our vets like this hack.

One we can be proud of.πŸ—³οΈπŸΊπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

10.03.2026 15:43 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Independent Veterans of America Leave the herds. Run with the pack. Independent Veterans of America (IVA) is organizing the millions of politically independent veterans in America to defend and strengthen our democracy.

And let’s go further.

Anyone know a strong independent vet from Wisconsin who is up for running against him?

We’re recruiting now. Hit me up and check out @indyvetsofamerica.bsky.social www.IndependentVeteransOfAmerica.org.

10.03.2026 15:42 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Today, that person is Wisconsin Republican Senator Ron Johnson. Who is of course not a vet himself.

He’s a disgrace.

And everyone should let him know now.

And make him famous.

10.03.2026 15:41 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

There’s always one in DC that shamefully wants to nickel and dime vets. Even in a time of war. Someone who cares more about dollars than lives. Even when troops are coming home wounded & in caskets. Someone who bangs on drums for war, but doesn’t wanna pay the bill for the human cost to our heroes.

10.03.2026 15:41 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

β€œJohnson said on March 3. β€œWe also have to look at the reality of the situation in dollars and cents. We are $39 trillion in debt. Over the next decade, we’ll probably go to $60 trillion. We have to look at the dollars and cents.”

10.03.2026 15:40 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Senator blocks veterans benefits bill over cost in β€˜dollars and cents’ The Major Richard Star Act would allow retired veterans wounded in combat to receive both disability compensation and retirement pay.

This will make your blood boil.

taskandpurpose.com/news/veteran...

β€œSen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) blocked a recent attempt to pass the Major Richard Star Act, citing concerns about how much the legislation would cost.”

10.03.2026 15:39 πŸ‘ 41 πŸ” 25 πŸ’¬ 8 πŸ“Œ 1
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As an independent!

And I’m not joking. Your state and your country needs you, Stephen!

And if anyone can finally beat him, it’s you! #DraftStephen #ColbertForSenate

10.03.2026 13:04 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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My thanks again to Stephen for the focus, support and constant defense of our democracy!

As I told him and the audience last night, after his show sadly ends in May, I hope he’ll continue the mission, go home to South Carolina, and run against the terrible and ridiculous Lindsey Graham for Senate!

10.03.2026 13:03 πŸ‘ 28 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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And check me out last night on @colbertlateshow.bsky.social ! The full show is up at CBS: www.cbs.com/shows/the-la...

With more on their YouTube page: youtu.be/XsTs4rHAJOM?...

10.03.2026 13:02 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Will Trump Call for a Draft? Iran War Overflowing. Jan 6 Plaque Finally Installed. Intel Warns Large-Scale War β€˜Unlikely’ to Oust Iran’s Regime. Dignified Transfer of 6 Americans KIA. 7th Troop KIA. M...

🍎Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w... 

πŸ“±πŸ’»YouTube: youtu.be/f0ohCHlCi50Β 

🎧Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1VO5...

10.03.2026 13:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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NFL Legend Ed Reed BLASTS White House for Using His NFL Highlights in Shameful New Iran Video.

Rieckhoff Reacts.

πŸŽ™οΈIndependent Americans with me. And subscribe for free. Especially if you’re here for the first time after Colbert last night! Welcome!

πŸ•ΈοΈWeb: independentamericans.us/will-trump-c...

10.03.2026 12:59 πŸ‘ 22 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Rieckhoff breaks down Trump's Iran war, the rising threat at home, the loss of truth and trust, and why we must never normalize American caskets coming home. PLUS: Colbert TONIGHT! And Country Joe, Ed Reed, and Seth Bodnar in Montana.

Listen here: https://lnk.ink/IA460POD

09.03.2026 21:57 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Love this. And the WBC. Boy do we need the fun and unity that it is right now.πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

(And we absolutely need to keep Kash Patel the hell out of the dugout!)

10.03.2026 12:30 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

To support @indyvetsofamerica.bsky.social vital missionβ€”or if you’re interested in runningβ€”www.IndependentVeteransOfAmerica.org.

America needs you now!

10.03.2026 05:02 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Independent Veterans of America is recruiting, supporting and electing a new generation of men and women to meet this moment.

From US Senate to your local school board.

Not Democrats.

Not Republicans.

Independents.

10.03.2026 05:01 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

But like back then, I’m so grateful for Stephen’s support for our vets, our troops, and our democracy.

America needs him now more than ever.

10.03.2026 04:18 πŸ‘ 40 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Some shots from tonight on @colbertlateshow.bsky.social (πŸ“Έ via @skpnyc )

I was first on Stephen’s old show when my book came out in 2006. And here we are again.

Talking about another deadly and unpopular American war in the Middle East.

It’s like dΓ©jΓ  vu all over again.

10.03.2026 04:18 πŸ‘ 45 πŸ” 13 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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Here’s a peek inside the green (dark blue) room at @colbertlateshow.bsky.social, a preview of my segment, AND…heads up on a VERY big challenge I issue to Stephen that a certain crappy Senator is REALLY not gonna like. And John Lithgow is AMAZING!

Tune in at 1135PM tonight on CBS to watch more!! πŸ“ΊπŸš¨πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

10.03.2026 02:59 πŸ‘ 41 πŸ” 12 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 2
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Subscribe, rate and share @indyamericans.bsky.social with me on YouTube, ApplePods, BLEAV, Spotify and all platforms at www.IndependentAmericans.us.πŸŽ™οΈπŸš¨πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ“Ί

10.03.2026 02:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

…inviting new listeners into our growing, hopeful independent movement that puts country over party, people over politics, and light over heat.

10.03.2026 02:09 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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I honor anti-war legend Country Joe McDonald, amplify NFL great Ed Reed’s rejection of White House war hype, and previews my appearance TONIGHT with @colbertlateshow.bsky.social

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We also spotlight the leaders and movements actually rising to the momentβ€”from retired Admiral Mike Mullen and independent journalist Scott MacFarlane to emerging independent candidates like veteran Seth Bodnar in Montana.

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From a horrific school bombing in Iran to drone terror in Ukraine and rising ISIS-inspired threats in New York City, I connect the front lines overseas to the streets where you live, while calling out chicken hawks, failed leadership, and the propaganda pouring out of Trump’s White House.​

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…and why American flag-draped caskets coming home must NEVER be normalized.

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