As debates intensify around ICE’s role, violence, detention practices, and the expansion of interior enforcement, Budd’s story provides essential context.
#democratsabroad #votefromabroad #JennBudd #ICE #activist
A graphic on a blue background that has a head and shoulders image of Jenn Budd at the lower right with arms crossed and tattoos visible. A group of microphones appear at the lower left. The DA logo is at the top. The text says “THE PEOPLE'S BRIEFING: Out of Ice with Jenn Budd. Tues, March 12 2:00 PM ET 7:00 PM CET, Zoom. Join us for a powerful conversation with Jenn Budd, former Senior Border Patrol Agent turned immigration rights activist and author of Against the Wall: My Journey from Border Patrol Agent to Immigration Rights Activist. RSVP NOW!”
Join Democrats Abroad on March 12 at 2pm ET / 6pm GMT on Zoom for a powerful conversation with Jenn Budd, former Senior Border Patrol Agent turned immigration rights activist.
RSVP here to receive the Zoom link: www.democratsabroad.org/out_of_ice_w...
![A blue graphic with a line drawing of a ballot box in lighter blue at lower right. The text says “Civics week. March 9-13, 2026. The Role of State Government in Elections. The constitution is clear about who runs elections. Swipe to learn more [points to next graphic].
US Civics Across Borders.” The DA logo is at the top right.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:fupshmmhu445j5ji6y454vbh/bafkreicoevtuo6rlng4afwy3xs7ex4ccnewxjtgigee5kaypzkv2q6umvi)
A blue graphic with a line drawing of a ballot box in lighter blue at lower right. The text says “Civics week. March 9-13, 2026. The Role of State Government in Elections. The constitution is clear about who runs elections. Swipe to learn more [points to next graphic]. US Civics Across Borders.” The DA logo is at the top right.
![A red graphic with a line drawing of a quill pen writing on a paper curled up at the bottom. The text says “Civics week. States Run Elections. What the Constitution Says:
Article 1 Section 4: "The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Places of chusing [sic] Senators." The DA logo is at the top right.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:fupshmmhu445j5ji6y454vbh/bafkreif3lpsc7wf7tomtswi6uaggrskvfteobumw3u2vvwwrli6tlpxqpi)
A red graphic with a line drawing of a quill pen writing on a paper curled up at the bottom. The text says “Civics week. States Run Elections. What the Constitution Says: Article 1 Section 4: "The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations, except as to the Places of chusing [sic] Senators." The DA logo is at the top right.
An orange graphic with a line drawing of a government building at lower right. The text says “Civics week. States Run Elections. What it Means: States have the primary authority to decide the time, place, and manner of elections. That includes things like polling hours, polling locations, and whether ballots are paper or electronic. Congress can regulate certain aspects of federal elections, but the President has no authority to run or regulate elections.” The DA logo is at the top right.
Civics Week continues with a rundown on state-run elections! The Constitution gives states the authority to run and manage elections. Swipe through to learn exactly what it says and what that means for voters everywhere!
#democratsabroad #votefromabroad #civicsweek #elections #democracy
A graphic with line draings of a ballot box and government building with a US flag on it, all in shades of orange. The text is white and says "Civics Week. March 9-13, 2026. What do you know about US civics? US civics across borders." The DA logo is at the top.
March 9-13 is Civics Week! This week highlights the ever-growing importance of sustaining and strengthening Constitutional Democracy in the US, especially during our 250th anniversary.
What do you know about civics?
#democratsabroad #votefromabroad #civicsweek #elections #democracy #USpolitics
It's an opportunity to meet other Americans and share your thoughts and feelings about current events. All are welcome as we discuss GOTV efforts and upcoming events through the spring and summer. All hands on deck!
Promotional graphic for a Democrats Abroad Scotland event titled “March Social – Edinburgh.” The text lists the event time as 7:00–10:00 pm on Wednesday, 11 March at One Canon. The image includes part of a U.S. flag and an illustration of two hands raising cocktail glasses in a toast above the Democrats Abroad Scotland logo.
Democrats Abroad Scotland is inviting you to their next in-person social event in Edinburgh
WHERE: One Canon, 1 Canonmills, Edinburgh EH3 5HA
WHEN: Wednesday, 11 March, 7:00–10:00pm
Please RSVP here: www.democratsabroad.org/bethmonahan/...
A light purple graphic with a line drawing of the State of New Jersey at lower right inside a teal rounded-off square. It says “New Jersey” in script and has vine leaves as part of the state outline. There is a red and pink ballot box at its lower right corner. The text says “New Jersey Voters Abroad. NJ-11 Special Congressional Elections. Register or request your ballot TODAY! Request your ballot by email! Register to vote by March 26. Already registered? Request your ballot by April 12!” The Vote From Abroad logo is at the bottom.
NJ voters overseas from Congressional District 11 have a special general election on April 16 to choose a new U.S. House Representative.
Register by March 26.
Request your ballot by April 12.
Email your ballot back by April 16 – ballots must also be put in the mail. votefromabroad.org/states/NJ
A dark blue graphic with the shape of the State of Mississippi in lighter blue that has a ballot box design in it and the State Flag above it. The Vote From Abroad logo is at the bottom. The text says "Mississppi Abroad Voter? Primary election March 10th. Request & return your ballot TODAY! Go to VoteFromAbroad.org to register by Feb 28th. Ballots must be requested by March 10th. Return ballots by email by March 10th 7 pm."
Mississippi overseas voters! You have primaries on March 10th! Ballots are out NOW! Deadline to request is March 10. Return by email, received by March 10, 7:00 pm.
Act now! For all details, go to www.votefromabroad.org/states/ms
#VoteFromAbroad #Mississippi #RegisterVoteWin
Join with fellow Americans in Sussex on March 11 from 6-8pm for the next Brighton Meetup.
You can join for drinks, discussion, voter registration assistance, and dinner for those who want to stay on.
Learn more and RSVP: www.democratsabroad.org/freyaproudma...
Reminder: Feminist Hackathon Tomorrow March 8!
Spend this IWD doing something that matters! This will be a virtual all-day, online space for women and allies to build ideas, build real tools around civic engagement, and connect with other Americans abroad.
www.democratsabroad.org/gwc_the_femi...
A dark blue graphic with the shape of the State of Georgia in lighter blue that has a ballot box design in it. The Vote From Abroad and DA logos are at the bottom.The text says "Northwest Georgia Abroad Voter? GA-14 Special Election. Request & return your ballot TODAY! Go to VoteFromAbroad.org to request your ballot by Feb 27. Ballots must be postmarked by March 10th and received in GA by March 13.
GA voters overseas from U.S. House District 14! Special election on March 10 to flip MTG’s seat blue!
Mail back your ballot – postmarked by March 10 and received by March 13. Act now! For details, www.votefromabroad.org/states/GA
#VoteFromAbroad #Georgia #2026Election
A headshot of Roy Cooper looking straight forward and smiling. The background is a darker blue oval on a lighter blue field, all with thin vertical gray stripes. The outline of the State of North Carolina is beside the photo and the DA logo is at the bottom. Text says “Congratulations! Roy Cooper. Democratic Senate Nominee – North Carolina.”
A headshot of James Talarico looking straight forward and smiling. The background is a darker blue oval on a lighter blue field, all with thin vertical gray stripes. The outline of the State of Texas is beside the photo and the DA logo is at the bottom. Text says “Congratulations! James Talarico. Democratic Senate Nominee – Texas.”
A headshot of Hallie Shoffner looking straight forward and smiling. The background is a darker blue oval on a lighter blue field, all with thin vertical gray stripes. The outline of the State of Arkansas is beside the photo and the DA logo is at the bottom. Text says “Congratulations! Hallie Shoffner. Democratic Senate Nominee – Arkansas.”
🎉Congratulations 🎉 to our new Democratic Party nominees from Arkansas, Texas, and North Carolina!
#democratsabroad #votefromabroad #HallieShoffner #JamesTalarico #RoyCooper
BREAKING: Former President Barack Obama has endorsed YES on Virginia’s April 21 referendum, calling it a “responsible, temporary step” to protect fair representation as several Republican-led states redraw congressional maps mid-decade to gain an advantage. Early voting begins March 6.
A dark blue graphic with the shape of the State of Illinois in lighter blue that has a ballot box design in it and the State Seal in it. The Vote From Abroad logo is at the bottom. The text says "Illinois Abroad Voter? Primary election March 17th. Request & return your ballot TODAY! Go to VoteFromAbroad.org to request ballot by March 9th. If not registered and you want to vote for state offices, register by Feb. 17th. Ballots must be returned by mail, postmarked by March 17th and reveived by March 31st."
Illinois voters overseas! You have primaries on March 17th! Ballots are out NOW! Already registered? Deadline to request is March 9. Return by mail, postmarked by March 17, received by March 31. Act NOW!
For all details, go to www.votefromabroad.org
#VoteFromAbroad #Illinois #USpol #USpolitics
Promotional graphic for a Democrats Abroad UK event titled “Southampton DAUK Meet-Up” on Friday, March 6. The text invites Americans in Southampton to connect, grab a drink, and request their overseas ballot, with Democrats Abroad and International Voter Registration Day logos shown. A photo on the right shows people sitting at outdoor tables outside a stone building pub at dusk.
Calling all Americans in or near Southampton!
Join us on Friday, March 6 from 6-8pm for an evening of drinks, conversation, and community: www.democratsabroad.org/freyaproudma...
This is a chance to connect with other Americans, request your ballot for 2026, and discuss how we can take action.
What if you could learn about power by learning a game? In this interactive workshop, you will learn how government actually functions and why overseas voting matters.
Join us at “Play Something: How Power Works,” on March 8 at our online feminist hackathon: www.democratsabroad.org/gwc_the_femi...
We have an amazing lineup of comedians: Sara Barron, Maria Shehata, and Dave Fulton. And our amazing MC is Erich McElroy!
This is a frustrating time to be an American who live overseas.
Do you need a pick-me-up? Do you need a moment for a laugh? We have you covered!
Get tickets for DAUK Comedy Night happening on March 25.
Tickets are available here: www.democratsabroad.org/dauksec/dauk...
A dark blue graphic with the shape of the State of Illinois in lighter blue that has a ballot box design in it and the State Seal in it. The Vote From Abroad logo is at the bottom. The text says "Illinois Abroad Voter? Primary election March 17th. Request & return your ballot TODAY! Go to VoteFromAbroad.org to request ballot by March 9th. If not registered and you want to vote for state offices, register by Feb. 17th. Ballots must be returned by mail, postmarked by March 17th and received by March 31st."
Illinois voters overseas! You have primaries on March 17th! Ballots are out NOW!
Deadline to request your ballot is March 9.
Return by mail, postmarked by March 17, received by March 31.
For all details, go to www.votefromabroad.org/states/IL
#VoteFromAbroad #Illinois
The Constitution gives Congress, not the President, the power to declare war.
Call your representatives and tell them it’s time to defend the Constitution and vote YES on the latest War Powers Resolution.
www.democratsabroad.org/stop_unautho...
📞 U.S. Capitol Switchboard: +1 (202) 224-3121
Representative & DNC Vice-Chair Malcolm Kenyatta has a message for ALL Americans living abroad 🇺🇸🌍
Deadlines to get ready to vote are quickly approaching — you can vote from anywhere in the world, no matter where you live.
Get the info on deadlines and register today at 👉 votefromabroad.org
Request your ballot by March 16. Mail back your ballot – postmarked by March 16 and received by March 24, 5pm. Act now!
Blair County, PA Voters Abroad (Only Intend to Return Voters). Special Election for PA House District 79. Register to Vote Today! Go to votefromabroad.org and register to vote by March 2nd. Graphic of State of Pennsylvania and a ballot box.
Adams and Cumberland Counties, PA Voters Abroad (Only Intend to Return Voters). Special Election for PA House District 193. Register to Vote Today! Go to votefromabroad.org and register to vote by March 2nd. Graphic of State of Pennsylvania and a ballot box.
Pennsylvania voters overseas from PA House District 79 and 193! Intend to return? You have a Special election on March 17. The PA State House is narrowly divided -- Let's flip these seats to grow the Democratic majority!
For details, www.votefromabroad.org/states/PA
A graphic showing a statement from DNC Chair Ken Martin on Trump's military action in Iran. The text of the first two paragraphs reads, “Overnight and without congressional approval, Donald Trump initiated major combat operations against Iran. Trump himself said that this operation is ‘massive and ongoing’ and he expects there may be American casualties. I am praying for the safety of our men and women in uniform, of Americans and their families in the region, and of innocent civilians."
Overnight and without Congressional approval, Donald Trump initiated major combat operations against Iran.
Read my statement below.
Screenshot of a Democrats Abroad news page dated February 28, 2026, with the headline “Trump, Unchecked, Endangers Us All.” The page shows the Democrats Abroad logo at the top and credits the post to DA News Editor. The visible text criticizes Donald Trump for bypassing Congress to launch military action, argues that the Constitution grants war-declaring power to Congress, and calls for congressional authorization, transparency, and national consent before waging war.
The Constitution is clear: the power to declare war belongs to Congress, not the President. When a president ignores that basic safeguard, it is not just a policy disagreement - it is lawlessness. And it puts lives, global stability, and our democracy at risk: www.democratsabroad.org/trump_unchec...
Are you in on near Cambridge?
Join Democrats Abroad on Monday, 2 March at 6pm for a Pints & Politics Social: www.democratsabroad.org/freyaproudma...
This is a chance to meet other Americans living in Cambridge, request your ballot for 2026, and spend time together in a relaxed and welcoming space.
A dark blue graphic with the shape of the State of North Carolina in lighter blue that has a ballot box design in it. The Vote From Abroad logo is at the bottom. The text says ""North Carolina Abroad Voter? Primary Election March 3rd. Request & return your ballot TODAY! Go to VoteFromAbroad.org to register and request your ballot by March 2nd. Return your ballot by email, must be received by March 3rd 7:30pm. NEW! NC requires photo ID."
Calling all our North Carolina voters overseas!
You have primaries on March 3 and ballots are out!
Register and request ballot by March 2.
Email ballot back by March 3, 7:30 pm.
Reminder, NEW photo ID required when returning your ballot.
For details, go to www.votefromabroad.org/states/NC
Watch the full versions here:
Gov. Abigail Spanberger: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQfh...
Sen. Alex Padilla: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z34e...
And for Americans living overseas, please request your ballot today: www.votefromabroad.org
#democratsabroad #votefromabroad #stateoftheunion
Last night, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger and Senator Alex Padilla gave the Democratic SOTU rebuttals to counter the president’s lies and complete failure to deliver on affordability, safety, or basic humanity to the American people.
These images share a few highlights from both speeches.
So, the Trump DOJ failed to release files concerning an Epstein accuser with claims involving Trump... but did manage to accidentally reveal that the files existed?
Americans are fed up with this administration’s mix of incompetence and corruption. Time to come clean.
