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It is quite joyous knowing that every time Farage speaks on any subject Reform lose support across the country.

14.03.2026 10:27 πŸ‘ 747 πŸ” 145 πŸ’¬ 28 πŸ“Œ 7
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Sorry to get political again on the silly Nintendo fangirl account but hey gang: when do we start really worrying about this shit. Are we there yet? Feels like we are there.

13.03.2026 11:47 πŸ‘ 5804 πŸ” 2328 πŸ’¬ 439 πŸ“Œ 230

Bold for Trump to turn on his own ICE agents like that.

14.03.2026 15:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Trump has just handed an enormous advantage to Putin’s fascist war machine by β€˜temporarily’ lifting sanctions on Russian oil, and Britain’s right wing politicians and cheerleaders in the press are either silent or filming the themselves ranting about animals on bank notesβ€¦πŸ€‘

13.03.2026 09:16 πŸ‘ 379 πŸ” 152 πŸ’¬ 32 πŸ“Œ 12
Trump calls on China, France, UK and others to send ships to keep strait of Hormuz open

Trump calls on China, France, UK and others to send ships to keep strait of Hormuz open

Dear Europe,

Please help me to unshit myself.

In return, I will harm your economy with tariffs, and insult your leaders, your cultures, and your military.

Kind regards,

A very stable genius

14.03.2026 15:08 πŸ‘ 685 πŸ” 177 πŸ’¬ 44 πŸ“Œ 9

You know you're in trouble when George W Bush's middle east strategy people start saying your middle east strategy sucks.

13.03.2026 19:58 πŸ‘ 809 πŸ” 131 πŸ’¬ 16 πŸ“Œ 4

If we kill innocent people with impunity, some of the family members of the people we kill will want to kill us back. And that's how cycles of violence go on for generations.

That's why the obligation to stop the violence always rests on the folks with the bigger guns.

13.03.2026 15:01 πŸ‘ 3844 πŸ” 871 πŸ’¬ 113 πŸ“Œ 45

Glock pistol used in deadly shooting at Old Dominion University was illegally sold to shooter, a convicted felon under probation, by a man federal ATF agents knew was selling guns illegally. He previously received a "warning letter" & had to write an apology.

It's time to enforce our gun laws

13.03.2026 21:06 πŸ‘ 7241 πŸ” 2209 πŸ’¬ 254 πŸ“Œ 101

One thing I haven’t seen get a lot of coverage is Trump easing sanctions on Putin under the guise of helping oil prices.

Right now, supposedly the sanctions will go back into effect in a month, but I would absolutely pay attention to that.

14.03.2026 02:26 πŸ‘ 2020 πŸ” 322 πŸ’¬ 31 πŸ“Œ 8
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Could it be that Trump started this war mostly to help Putin, knowing that the Straight of Hormuz would eventually close, which would make Putin's oil much more valuable, allowing him to defeat Ukraine?

13.03.2026 18:47 πŸ‘ 2013 πŸ” 726 πŸ’¬ 310 πŸ“Œ 63
Max Berger
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The one upside of this is that we never have to pretend Republicans believe in the constitution, freedom, states rights, freedom of speech, America, democracy, the economy, jobs, children, decency or family values ever again.

Max Berger 1S6O 2023 @maxberger.bsky.social The one upside of this is that we never have to pretend Republicans believe in the constitution, freedom, states rights, freedom of speech, America, democracy, the economy, jobs, children, decency or family values ever again.

Evergreen post by @maxberger.bsky.social 🎯

13.03.2026 20:08 πŸ‘ 1217 πŸ” 183 πŸ’¬ 20 πŸ“Œ 12
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McGowan: You're saying 46 Americans died, so we should attack this country. Here at home, 68,000 Americans die a year because they don't have health insurance. So, if we're going to spend billions of dollars on something…

14.03.2026 03:01 πŸ‘ 24610 πŸ” 7162 πŸ’¬ 651 πŸ“Œ 323

We are a nation of 349M, yet one man decided to launch our nation into a reckless, illegal war without congressional authorization or counsel or the support of the American people. He didn’t think he had any duty to sell it or serve the people’s interests. This is why despotic rule is so dangerous.

13.03.2026 21:49 πŸ‘ 15645 πŸ” 4999 πŸ’¬ 694 πŸ“Œ 194

The dancing baby from Ally McBeal? That's great! Every country around the globe can taunt the U.S. by saying "How's your big, dancing Baby Man?"

13.03.2026 18:11 πŸ‘ 37 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 0

Search-and-rescue crews were β€œflying blind” trying to rescue survivors from deadly tornadoes that hit the Midwest last week.

Why? Because Kristi Noem hadn't approved FEMA’s $200,000 contract with a tornado-tracking tool.

But she had time to spend $220 million on anti-immigrant ads. Priorities.

13.03.2026 16:45 πŸ‘ 19556 πŸ” 8118 πŸ’¬ 509 πŸ“Œ 268
(1) The accused declared, ordered, or otherwise indicated that there shall be no survivors
or surrender accepted;
(2) The accused thereby intended to threaten an adversary or to conduct hostilities such
that there would be no survivors or surrender accepted;
(3) It was foreseeable that circumstances would be such that a practicable and reasonable
ability to accept surrender would exist;
(4) The accused was in a position of effective command or control over the subordinate
forces to which the declaration or order was directed; and
(5) The conduct took place in the context of and was associated with hostilities.

(1) The accused declared, ordered, or otherwise indicated that there shall be no survivors or surrender accepted; (2) The accused thereby intended to threaten an adversary or to conduct hostilities such that there would be no survivors or surrender accepted; (3) It was foreseeable that circumstances would be such that a practicable and reasonable ability to accept surrender would exist; (4) The accused was in a position of effective command or control over the subordinate forces to which the declaration or order was directed; and (5) The conduct took place in the context of and was associated with hostilities.

βœ‹ Former USG war crimes lawyer here.

Apropos of SecDef's remarks this morning:

Denial of quarterβ€”even the declaration of no quarterβ€”is a war crime.

And recognized as such by the US Government.

From DoD's Manual for Military Commissions.

13.03.2026 15:58 πŸ‘ 16038 πŸ” 6899 πŸ’¬ 644 πŸ“Œ 615
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Trump policies set to increase rates of lung disease and death, study finds Experts warn of β€˜attack on Americans’ lungs’ from cuts to health programs, environmental rollbacks and other plans

www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

13.03.2026 14:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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13.03.2026 14:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
WHEN INTERACTING WITH IMMIGRATION OFFICERS (ICE)
β€’ If you believe you are witnessing ICE activity, please call ICIRR's 24-Hour Family Support Hotline at 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY (1-855-435-7693).
β€’ If you find yourself interacting with an ICE officer in any location including your workplace, or out in the community, remember:
β€’ You have the right to remain silent when questioned or arrested by immigration officers
β€’ You should remain calm and keep your hands where the officer can see them.
β€’ You can state that you wish to speak with an attorney.
β€’ You are not required to
β€’ Discuss your immigration or citizenship status with the police, immigration agents, or other officials
β€’ Sign anything you do not understand.
β€’ If an officer knocks on your door at home:
β€’ You have the right to not open the door.
β€’ ICE officers must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter your home. ICE
"warrants" are not signed by judges; they are ICE forms signed by ICE officers and they do not grant authority to enter your home without your consent
β€’ If you are outdoors and think you see immigration officers nearby:
β€’ You can move to a safe indoor space
β€’ If you are a U.S. citizen and feel safe to do so, you can record the activity with your phone or write down any relevant information about what you witnessβ€” ALWAYS being careful to not interfere or otherwise obstruct the operation
β€’ DO NOT:
β€’ Post unverified information on social media
β€’ Interfere with the investigation or otherwise put yourself in harm's way

NEED SUPPORT? CALL ICIRR'S FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK HOTLINE: 1-855-435-7693

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS WHEN INTERACTING WITH IMMIGRATION OFFICERS (ICE) β€’ If you believe you are witnessing ICE activity, please call ICIRR's 24-Hour Family Support Hotline at 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY (1-855-435-7693). β€’ If you find yourself interacting with an ICE officer in any location including your workplace, or out in the community, remember: β€’ You have the right to remain silent when questioned or arrested by immigration officers β€’ You should remain calm and keep your hands where the officer can see them. β€’ You can state that you wish to speak with an attorney. β€’ You are not required to β€’ Discuss your immigration or citizenship status with the police, immigration agents, or other officials β€’ Sign anything you do not understand. β€’ If an officer knocks on your door at home: β€’ You have the right to not open the door. β€’ ICE officers must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter your home. ICE "warrants" are not signed by judges; they are ICE forms signed by ICE officers and they do not grant authority to enter your home without your consent β€’ If you are outdoors and think you see immigration officers nearby: β€’ You can move to a safe indoor space β€’ If you are a U.S. citizen and feel safe to do so, you can record the activity with your phone or write down any relevant information about what you witnessβ€” ALWAYS being careful to not interfere or otherwise obstruct the operation β€’ DO NOT: β€’ Post unverified information on social media β€’ Interfere with the investigation or otherwise put yourself in harm's way NEED SUPPORT? CALL ICIRR'S FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK HOTLINE: 1-855-435-7693

There are reports of ICE activity on the north side of Chicago happening now.

Please share so people in the area can be aware and take precautions.

If you’re in the area please come by our office at 7016 N Clark St for ICE whistles.

We protect each other. Chinga la migra.

12.03.2026 16:50 πŸ‘ 3136 πŸ” 1810 πŸ’¬ 39 πŸ“Œ 61
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They either didn't know Iran would shut down the Strait of Hormuz or they knew and didn't have a plan.

Either way - just totally clear they don't give a damn about what this war means for hardworking Americans.

12.03.2026 13:52 πŸ‘ 10724 πŸ” 2997 πŸ’¬ 861 πŸ“Œ 204
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Slotkin: "If Russia is helping to kill US forces, we have crossed a rubicon. We have to take decisive action on that. Instead, we're giving them breaks on oil. They're making a ton of money."

12.03.2026 15:25 πŸ‘ 14480 πŸ” 5125 πŸ’¬ 785 πŸ“Œ 360

Cancel the King's visit to the Whitehouse I say.

12.03.2026 10:07 πŸ‘ 4252 πŸ” 443 πŸ’¬ 193 πŸ“Œ 34

So has anybody seen ANY active duty military members defying orders since this war is OBVIOUSLY unconstitutional?

no?

Well, let's put the whole "remember your oaths to the Constitution" shtick to rest. The military isn't saving us.

12.03.2026 06:02 πŸ‘ 5548 πŸ” 1308 πŸ’¬ 460 πŸ“Œ 91

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12.03.2026 17:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This might be the greatest split-screen ever broadcast.

They’ll play this in museums in future.

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12.03.2026 15:11 πŸ‘ 18050 πŸ” 7156 πŸ’¬ 616 πŸ“Œ 576

I keep seeing people ask about the 25th Amendment.

Guys. His entire Cabinet is walking around in shoes that don’t fit because they’re scared to take them off.

The 25th is never happening.

12.03.2026 11:27 πŸ‘ 35428 πŸ” 8403 πŸ’¬ 1372 πŸ“Œ 520
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Yesterday, a lot of folks clocked this as market manipulation by screenshot and backspace.

Looks like someone in the White House made billions.

11.03.2026 14:54 πŸ‘ 2830 πŸ” 1318 πŸ’¬ 106 πŸ“Œ 68

As a country we have made a lot of mistakes in foreign wars over the last 2+ centuries. But I’m not sure we have ever looked as feckless, foolish, incompetent and ridiculous at the leadership level than right now.

12.03.2026 01:02 πŸ‘ 14022 πŸ” 3079 πŸ’¬ 601 πŸ“Œ 152
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Ossoff: "The president appears increasingly to have lost touch with reality. That is deeply concerning when you have a a cabinet much more concerned with winning his favor than giving good advice & the nation now plunged into war. It speaks to the necessity of winning these midterms in a landslide."

12.03.2026 02:38 πŸ‘ 15314 πŸ” 4534 πŸ’¬ 396 πŸ“Œ 218