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David A. Weinberg

@davidaweinberg.bsky.social
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Policy Strategist for @protectdemocracy.org Punster, parent, patriot. Former staffer for @January6thCmte, et al. All views are my own, and retweets mean nothing.

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Matthew Gertz @mattgertz.bsky.social · 3h
Our report on surging anti-Indian bigotry in right-wing media from last week: www.mediamatters.org/immigration/...
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Anti-Indian racism has been surging in right-wing media
Right-wing media’s racist attacks and ethnic slurs directed at Indians, other South Asians, and South Asian Americans have surged over the past year, in part fueled by conservative infighting over the...
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Matthew Gertz @mattgertz.bsky.social · 4h
An attempted attack on a Hindu temple came amid a weeks-long right-wing frenzy over "The Indian Question"; police found a manifesto from the alleged shooter "containing statements expressing white supremacist and extremist ideologies."
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Ryan Enos @ryanenos.bsky.social · 3h
Seizing the passport, phones, and computer of an opposition lawmaker is straight-up authoritarianism. There is no other way to describe it. www.wsj.com/politics/pol...
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Kevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 3h
"I intentionally call him by the wrong name because it just sounds more racist, see?"
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 6h
"Absent from the list is Trump himself, who has said that he is helping to pay for the project. “It’s being paid for a hundred percent by me and some friends of mine,” he said last year, days after demolition began on the old East Wing.": www.washingtonpost.com/investigatio...
washingtonpost.com
Secret documents reveal donors behind $330 million for Trump’s ballroom
The records offer a panoramic view of a fundraising campaign that is extraordinary for its size and opacity.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 6h
"It is hard to adequately explain how profoundly unusual and unwarranted were the DOJ’s threatening letters sent Tuesday to California" explains @rickhasen.bsky.social: electionlawblog.org/2026/dojs-th...
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DOJ's Threat Letter to California Voting Officials with a 48-Hour Deadline is Amateurish Political Theater Aimed at Sowing Chaos, Not to Mention a Demand That Likely Violates Federal Law and Election ...
It is hard to adequately explain how profoundly unusual and unwarranted were the DOJ’s threatening letters sent Tuesday to California Secretary of State Weber and Los Angeles elections head Dean Logan...
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CNN @cnn.com · 15h
Election offices in multiple states reported receiving suspicious letters in the mail this week containing a powdery white substance, prompting an investigation from the FBI and US Postal Inspection Service. cnn.it/4jXcnwn
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Suspicious letters with white powder sent to election offices in multiple states | CNN Politics
Election offices in multiple states reported receiving suspicious letters in the mail this week containing a powdery white substance, prompting an investigation from the FBI and US Postal Inspection Service.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 23h
I'm pretty sure Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) doesn't require a test tube.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
"Fewer people making an ever-larger number of decisions is bad for democracy"
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Amy Spitalnick @amyspitalnick.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
However you feel about Omar and her policies, this should raise major red flags as the Trump administration continues to weaponize the federal government against its political opponents. apnews.com/article/ilha...
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Agents search Rep. Omar's Washington home in criminal probe as she vows she won't 'be silenced'
Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar says she will “not be silenced” and calls a search of her Washington home part of President Donald Trump’s “intimidation” campaign.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Marjorie Taylor Greene flagged the death threats for President Trump's attention, "hoping that seeing the threats against her family would be enough to tone down the attacks. She got a five-word reply from the president: “Your fault, you deserve it.”"
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Aaron Reichlin-Melnick @reichlinmelnick.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
WOW. Kristi Noem and Elon Musk, among others, "chose to turn the power of the federal government against a singular employee with an impeccable record of public service. ... The attacks against Ms. Comans were based entirely on false information" and many officials "knew [they] were untrue."
In conducting this hearing, the Court is not called upon to resolve factual disputes between
the parties. The facts set forth in this Memorandum Opinion and Order were proposed by the
Plaintiff, unobjected to by the Government, and then deemed admitted by the Court. Dkts. 74, 75,
77.2 These facts establish that high-ranking government officials, including then Secretary of DHS
Kristi Noem and Elon Musk, engaged in a coordinated public relations campaign to impugn the
personal and professional integrity of Ms. Comans. For reasons unfathomable to this Court,
officials chose to turn the power of the federal government against a singular employee with an
impeccable record of public service. In short, Ms. Comans was professionally targeted and
personally attacked by government officials for no legitimate reason. The attacks against Ms.
Comans were based entirely on false information, and many government officials knew the
accusations were untrue at the time they were made. With no regard for the truth and with no
consideration for the personal and professional effect on Ms. Comans, government officials
exploited their access to mass media outlets to broadcast false information. These false
statements reached hundreds of millions of people. The purpose of this Order is, to the best of
this Court’s ability, to correct the public record and establish as a matter of law that the
statements made by these officials about Ms. Comans were objectively and demonstrably false.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Joint statement: "The influx of violent, masked, and poorly trained immigration enforcement agents into our communities has created fear and confusion about the role and reliability of law enforcement more broadly. Community members are afraid to report crimes":
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Brendan Nyhan @brendannyhan.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
"For my friends, everything; for my enemies, the law"
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Will Stancil @whstancil.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Also it’s time for the news to stop treating this administration’s racist war against Somalis as “Trump being Trump.” They targeted Minneapolis because they hate an ethnic group here, and now they’re targeting the most prominent political figure in that group with thinly rationalized state violence.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
WH press secretary’s past quotes include “suspend habeas corpus” and urging feds to “take over all of California”:
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Attorney General Anthony Brown @oagmaryland.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Today, I honor the Indigenous people and communities who have called this land home for generations and recognize their enduring cultures, histories, and contributions to Maryland. Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
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AFT @aft.org · 12/10/2026
On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we recognize the rich heritage and culture of indigenous peoples in America and long history of Native communities all across this country.
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Mark Jacob @markjacob.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Ilhan Omar’s home was raided today, weeks after border czar Tom Homan cited an “ongoing criminal investigation.” It reportedly involves immigration paperwork when she was a child. There is NOT an ongoing investigation of Homan taking $50,000 in an FBI bribery sting because Trump killed that probe.
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Rachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Harris County TX. He's hospitalized: "ICE claimed the man ran in front of the agents' vehicle and was struck. However, the surveillance video appears to show the SUV veering left through empty parking spaces before running the man over..." abc7.com/story/ice-ru...
abc7.com
ICE agent strikes man with car during pursuit in Texas, authorities say: VIDEO
Surveillance video shows the moment an unmarked SUV carrying ICE agents ran over a man during a pursuit at a shopping center in Texas.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Despicable. www.jsonline.com/story/news/p...
jsonline.com
Van Orden appears to volunteer for Fort Hood firing squad execution
One of Wisconsin's members of Congress has seemingly volunteered to take part in an execution by firing squad.
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 09/10/2026
We are honored to represent @commoncause.org and 4 courageous TX voters in this lawsuit alongside @aclu.org, @aclu-dc.bsky.social, @citizensforethics.org, and the Democracy & Rule of Law Clinic at Harvard Law School. Read more:
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Federal Court Sides with Common Cause and Voters, Ruling DOJ Data Demands Violate Voter Privacy, States’ Election Authority
This is a victory for voters and yet another loss for the Department of Justice. It’s time the Trump administration stop these desperate attempts to seize voters’ private data and take control of our ...
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 09/10/2026
As the 2026 midterms near, the DOJ's actions are part of a larger effort to deceive the public with false election claims. This ruling demonstrates how federal courts can serve as an important check on the Trump admin’s authority.
The image features a quote on election security over a dark blue background. The text reads: "If the federal government were genuinely concerned about election security, it would not even consider compiling sensitive voter records in a massive centralized database with so little regard for the risks. Today’s ruling is a win for voters, a win for national security, and a win for free and fair elections." Below the quote, it attributes the statement to Jane Bentrott, labeled as counsel.
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 09/10/2026
VICTORY: A federal court just ruled DOJ’s campaign to consolidate sensitive voter data violates the law & illegally intrudes on states’ authority over elections. This ruling has drawn a clear line to protect voters’ privacy, uphold the law, & ensure elections remain free, fair, trusted. Details ⬇️🧵
The image contains text stating "Federal Court Blocks DOJ's Unlawful Voter Data Demands" with an additional note that the ruling protects voter information from federal overreach. The background features the Statue of Liberty and stylized graphic elements.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
"Trump announced Monday that his super PAC would pay for future ads, but it appears that’s not the case."
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Arsonist-in-chief targeting incitement against Somali Minnesotans (who are overwhelmingly US citizens):
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Massive grifting in plain sight for everybody to see.
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Eric Levai @ericlevai.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Now THIS is how you write a story. Devastating.
Screenshot from this article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/us/politics/fort-hood-execution-streamed-public.html?unlocked_article_code=1.HVE.Rw7O.Sj-0_s5YONzL&smid=nytcore-android-share
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Another day, another blatant scheme to try short-circuiting the rule of law: www.whitehouse.gov/presidential...
whitehouse.gov
Establishment of a Committee of Inquiry to Investigate Allegations of False Statements by Lisa DeNell Cook
MEMORANDUM FOR THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT THE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT FOR ECONOMIC POLICY THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF
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George Conway ⚖️🇺🇸 @gtconway.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
imagine if Joe Biden had posted this
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Jay Nordlinger @jaynordlinger.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
"THE ENEMY!," says our president, about citizens who do not conform to his latest linguistic decree. It's been a while since I took civics (9th grade). But, in my understanding, America is not like this -- not supposed to be.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Go bears! 🐻
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 06/10/2026
Know your legal rights before heading to the polls on Election Day. Alexis Nwatu outlines the 3 key rights to know before voting in person. 1️⃣ In line when polls close? Stay in line. 2️⃣ Machine failure? Ask for paper. 3️⃣ Name not listed? Request a provisional ballot. Need help? Call 1-866-OUR-VOTE
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 01/10/2026
Plan ahead! Anna Dorman covers how to make sure your voice is heard: 🗳️ Vote early 📍 Track your ballot 🗓️ Have a backup plan Get ballot tracking resources and more here 🔗 protdem.org/4xF6S8Y
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 05/10/2026
We're proud to launch our latest ad for the #LoveNotICE campaign with our partner, @interfaithalliance.org featuring Bishop Mariann Budde urging faithful Americans to vote early no matter who's on the ballot. 🔄 Share Bishop Budde's powerful address and learn more at LoveNotICE.org
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Anna Bower @annabower.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
I got really annoyed that so many stories about the "Cornell 7" case don't link to the underlying court documents. So I compiled the key filings from Jane Doe's civil suit and from a separate suit brought by one of the accused. Read them here: annabower.substack.com/p/read-the-c...
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Read the “Cornell 7” Documents
I compiled key court filings from Jane Doe’s civil suit and a separate suit brought by one of the accused. Read them on Slip Opinion.
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League of Women Voters of Williamsburg Area @lwvwilliamsburg.org · 05/10/2026
The election is now. Nearly 1 million votes have already been cast nationwide. Early voting is beginning in states across the country this week, with more states joining every day. Don’t wait for Election Day. Vote as soon as you can. Find out where vote411.org @lwv.org @lwvva.bsky.social
Voting is NOW! Find out where at VOTE411
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Guardian US @us.theguardian.com · 01/10/2026
Many men rape; many men giggle encouragingly, or shrug indifferently, when their friends rape. Many men rape, and few seem to think that it’s a very big deal, writes columnist Moira Donegan
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The horror of the Cornell rape case is how ordinary it is | Moira Donegan
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Brendan Nyhan @brendannyhan.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
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Brendan Nyhan @brendannyhan.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
What competitive authoritarianism looks like - officials in government trying to tilt the playing field against the opposition party or failing to restrain those in power from doing so. (We're not there yet, but this is what it looks like.)
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Andy Craig @andycraig.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Trump gave a bigly ballyhooed address to the nation about how China stole the 2020 election two months ago and everyone including him immediately forgot about it.
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ACLU @aclu.org · 25/09/2026
We’re in federal court today to defend over 100 Venezuelan men who the Trump administration deported to a a torture prison in El Salvador last year. Multiple courts have found their removal under the wartime Alien Enemies Act was illegal — these men deserve to finally have their day in court.
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Asawin Suebsaeng @swin24.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
It takes genuine talent to be this wrong
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Kai Ryssdal @kairyssdal.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Hey White House Correspondents' Association -- is *this enough?
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Two additional needless deaths from measles in Pennsylvania. Yet again, "Both were unvaccinated, the department said." www.newsfromthestates.com/article/pa-a...
newsfromthestates.com
Pa. announces 2 measles deaths, bringing total to 4 in ongoing outbreak
Two more Pennsylvanians have died after becoming infected with measles, health officials said, bringing the number of deaths in the commonwealth attributed to the virus to four.
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Protect Democracy @protectdemocracy.org · 15/09/2026
On National Voter Registration Day, join us to be part of the solution. Here's how to #GetVoteReady: ✅ Register to vote. If you're already registered, ✅ Double check your registration. Give yourself enough time to address any issues and help others do the same. Start here: bit.ly/2025nvrdreg
An infographic with text stating "Did You Know? 1 in 4 People Aren't Registered to Vote or Aren't Sure They're Registered." The bottom has the hashtag "#NationalVoterRegistrationDay #VoteReady" and a circular logo featuring a red, white, and blue theme.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
www.sfgate.com/politics/art...
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'I did not find them': GOP official in Calif. apologizes for fraud claims
The apology comes as President Donald Trump continues to criticize mail-in voting.
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David A. Weinberg @davidaweinberg.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Wishing a fulfilling Rosh HaShanah to all who are observing the holiday! 🍯🍎
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CNN @cnn.com · 11/09/2026
America is marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, with solemn events and tributes taking place across the United States. Watch CNN and follow live updates. cnn.it/4r92oWq
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Quinn Yeargain @yeargain.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
wow, it seems like the threat of sanctions and contempt proceedings can actually get results. I'm sure there are no lessons to draw from this.
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