Reposted by MelBipartisan Policy Center @bipartisanpolicy.org · 04/05/2026New reporting from Cheryl Munk for @cnbc.com shows how economic pressures are reshaping workplace benefits, raising questions about how we support working families long-term. 111
Reposted by MelAl Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 19/04/2025BREAKING: The Gaza Ministry of Health says that in addition to the 92 Palestinians being killed by Israeli attacks in the last 48 hours, 219 wounded people have also arrived at hospitals in the Strip aje.io/ml918p 11353202
Reposted by MelThe New Yorker @newyorker.com · 19/04/2025ICE officers are now reportedly required to meet arrest quotas each day, from a few hundred to between 1,200 and 1,500 nationwide. Jonathan Blitzer reports on the mystery of the agency’s unidentifiable arrests.nyer.cmThe Mystery of ICE’s Unidentifiable ArrestsIn early March, the agency announced that it had arrested forty-eight people in New Mexico—a month later, their identities and whereabouts remain unknown. 943131746366
Reposted by MelAlt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 19/04/2025The turnout in small towns across the country has been incredible drawing crowds of thousands. We’re already seeing over one million in attendance nationwide, and events are still underway. Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Ohio all had especially surprising showings. 12035265511498
Reposted by MelThe Wall Street Journal @wsj.com · 16/04/2025Exclusive: El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele plans to double the size of the maximum-security prison where his government is holding U.S. deporteeswsj.comExclusive | El Salvador’s Bukele Plans to Double Giant Prison Holding U.S. DeporteesPresident Nayib Bukele told Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem he plans to expand the sprawling prison compound known as Cecot when she visited last month. 267954
Reposted by MelThe Ken Harbaugh Show @thekenharbaughshow.bsky.social · 16/04/2025Thank you @vanhollen.senate.gov. This is the kind of leadership we need to see more of. House and Senate Dems, pay attention. 47714
Reposted by MelCarl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 16/04/2025WSJ EDITORIAL BOARD: “.. The Supreme Court has repeatedly held that the government may not use federal benefits or funds to coerce parties to surrender their constitutional rights. This is what the Administration is doing ..” @wsj.com www.wsj.com/opinion/dona... 356145034598
Reposted by MelLiz Shuler @lizshuler.bsky.social · 16/04/20251/ Federal workers are being fired without cause, reinstated, then fired again—caught in the chaos of DOGE’s purge. Now they have support. Rise Up: Federal Workers Legal Defense Network connects them with trained pro bono lawyers, free and confidential. WorkersLegalDefense.orgworkerslegaldefense.orgRise Up: Federal Workers Legal Defense NetworkConnecting federal workers to free legal support through a network of pro bono attorneys. Lawyer training and a library of resources to assist workers in need of support. If you're a lawyer looking to... 27524
Reposted by MelNPR @npr.org · 16/04/2025A coalition of Jewish groups warns that the Trump administration stripping international students of visas under the guise of fighting antisemitism actually makes Jews less safe and undermines the rule of law.npr.orgTrump exploiting antisemitism fears to undermine rule of law, warns Jewish coalitionA coalition of Jewish groups warns that the Trump administration stripping international students of visas under the guise of fighting antisemitism actually makes Jews less safe and undermines the rul... 18454101487
Reposted by MelCharlie Warzel @cwarzel.bsky.social · 15/04/2025took a few days off for my brain and one pretty alarming observation i have is just how easy it is to not hear about the bad stuff that is happening if you don't explicitly dip into specific information streams (not a new problem but feels orders of magnitude more siloed than even 2-3 years ago) 1546097898
Reposted by MelPeople Who Work @deptofworkers.bsky.social · 16/04/2025DOGE cut a program that was helping students with disabilities succeed – not because it failed, but because helping kids was never the priority for billionaires like Elon Musk.npr.orgDOGE abruptly cut a program for teens with disabilities. This student is 'devastated'The program, Charting My Path for Future Success, aimed to help teens with disabilities transition from high school to the real world. It abruptly ended when DOGE terminated its federal contract. 12213
Reposted by MelDaniel Goldman @danielsgoldman.dg4ny.co · 16/04/2025This is now the second major breach of classified information by the most senior political appointees in Pete Hegseth’s two months of leadership at DOD. He should never have been appointed based on merit alone, but now he is a national security threat. Hegseth must resign.politico.comTwo top Pentagon officials placed on leave in leak probeThe disclosures under investigation include Elon Musk’s visit to the Pentagon. 29601156
Reposted by MelProPublica @propublica.org · 13/04/2025NEW: “So horrifying and so heartbreaking”: Öztürk’s close friend provides an intimate look into one of the hundreds of foreign students who have had their visas revoked — and in dozens of instances have been detained without criminal charges. By @hannahallam.bsky.socialpropublica.orgAmerican Rendition: Rümeysa Öztürk’s Journey From Ph.D. Scholar to Trump Target Languishing in Louisiana Cell“So horrifying and so heartbreaking”: Öztürk’s close friend provides an intimate look into one of the hundreds of foreign students who have had their visas revoked — and in dozens of instances have be... 11632237
Reposted by MelEmily Baker-White @ebakerwhite.bsky.social · 12/04/2025So, the United States is paying El Salvador millions of dollars to hold these people, and yet the people are detained solely pursuant to the sovereign authority of El Salvador? 401406209
Reposted by MelKyle Cheney @kyledcheney.bsky.social · 12/04/2025HAPPENING NOW: The Justice Department has missed a 5pm deadline to file details about Kilmar Abrego Garcia's whereabouts and efforts to comply with a judge's otder to facilitate his return. Still waiting to see if they're just a few minutes behind or not planning to file at all 705106632671
Reposted by MelBen Rosenzweig @benrosenzweig.bsky.social · 13/04/2025In this context it's worth mentioning that on Greg Abbott in particular, Olayemi Olurin released a long, detailed discussion, 'How Greg Abbott Destroyed Texas', which is very much worth watching. youtu.be/fIqdMDe2pjs?... @msolurin.bsky.socialyoutu.beHow Greg Abbott Destroyed TexasYouTube video by Olurinatti 1227
Reposted by MelKim Kelly @kimkelly.bsky.social · 09/04/2025Breaking: the Trump admin has “temporarily” paused enforcement of a Biden-era silica rule that was aimed at combating the rising black lung crisis in Appalachia. Coal miners and their advocates have been fighting for *decades* to lower deadly silica dust exposure levels. www.msha.gov/notice-stake...msha.govNotice to StakeholdersTemporary Enforcement Pause: Silica Rule Issued: April 8, 2025 31833393
Reposted by MelThe City Reporter @thecityreporter.nyc · 13/04/2025New York City’s economy is expected to take a beating despite the 90-day tariff pause — and things could get even worse should President Donald Trump reignite an unprecedented global trade war.buff.lyHow Trump’s Tariff Brinksmanship Could Still Pummel NYC’s EconomyEven with a 90-day pause on tariffs, the local economy’s prospects worsened, with state and city budgets endangered. 183
Reposted by MelThe New York Times @nytimes.com · 13/04/2025Two Russian ballistic missiles slammed into a bustling city center in northeastern Ukraine on Sunday morning, officials said, killing at least 32 people in what appeared to be the deadliest attack against civilians this year.nytimes.comRussian Attack on Sumy in Ukraine Kills and Wounds DozensThe midmorning strike hit as Ukrainians were celebrating Palm Sunday, officials said. It appeared to be the deadliest attack on civilians this year and came as the Trump administration pushes for a ce... 40259107
Reposted by MelFederal Workers United @fedworkersunited.bsky.social · 11/04/2025Help fight back against DOGE’s cuts to social security! Join our movement: savepublicservices.com 03611
Reposted by MelFederal Workers United @fedworkersunited.bsky.social · 13/04/2025Elon Musk is cutting social security, even if he won't admit it... Slashing staff, closing offices, endless wait times on the phones - they can't win a vote to cut social security, so instead they're engaging in illegal firings and sabotage to destroy the agency from the inside. 79137
Reposted by MelErin Reed @erininthemorning.com · 13/04/20251. Major ruling: A federal court has ruled, for now, that Trump cannot take away school lunch money from hungry kids over trans students. This is Gov. Janet Mills first victory after telling Trump she would "see you in court." The latest from Mira Lazine. Subscribe to support our journalism.erininthemorning.comJudge Rules Trump Cannot Take School Lunch Money From Hungry Kids In Maine Over Trans StudentsThe Bush-appointed judge chastised the government for failing to comply with rules over the termination of funding after it blocked funding over trans students in Maine. 363286746
Reposted by MelGovernor Josh Shapiro @governor.pa.gov · 13/04/2025Last night at about 2AM, my family and I woke up to bangs on the door from the Pennsylvania State Police after an arsonist set fire to the Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg. 1349150803992
Reposted by MelAl Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 13/04/2025At least two Palestinians have been killed in the Israeli shelling of the al-Mawasi ‘safe zone’ in southern Gaza, report our colleagues on the ground. 🔴 LIVE updates ⤵️aje.ioPalestinians forced to flee as Israeli forces continue destruction of RafahIsraeli army releases footage of continuing operations in in southern Gaza. 211258
Reposted by MelThe Associated Press @apnews.com · 13/04/2025The cultural breadth of the influential Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival was on full display Saturday with high-profile guests from Hollywood and Washington, D.C. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Rep. Maxwell Frost of Florida traveled to the desert to introduce Clairo.bit.lyAP PHOTOS: Coachella continues with Weezer, T-Pain and a Bernie Sanders appearanceINDIO, Calif. (AP) — Coachella's second day featured high-profile guests from Hollywood and Washington, D.C., an emotional performance from Weezer and a peaceful transfer of power between electropop stars. 422227
Reposted by MelThe Wall Street Journal @wsj.com · 13/04/2025Since President Trump took office, economists have slashed estimates for growth while raising them for inflation and unemployment.buff.lyEconomic Outlook Dives Just Three Months Into Trump’s TermThe probability of a recession has leapt while the growth outlook has slumped, a survey of economists has found. 138533
Reposted by MelThe Intercept @theintercept.com · 13/04/2025👀 That F-35 budget...interc.ptHey Elon: We Found a Place to Cut More Than $2 Trillion in Wasteful SpendingThe bloated Department of Defense spends more money than any other government agency. So where is Elon Musk and DOGE? 412937
Reposted by MelCarl Quintanilla @carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 13/04/2025* Lutnick Says Tariff Pause on Phones, Computers Is Temporary @bloomberg.com $AAPL $DELL 129459133
Reposted by MelRep. Malcolm Kenyatta @malcolmkenyatta.bsky.social · 13/04/2025Disappearing people without any due process is fascism — full stop. I’m sick to my stomach and we all should be. 619314747508
Reposted by MelThe Atlantic @theatlantic.com · 13/04/2025"Whoever is elected the 48th president won’t be able to easily rebuild what Donald Trump is busy destroying," @jerusalem.bsky.social writes:bit.lyThere’s No Coming Back From Trump’s Tariff DisasterAmerica was the world’s economic anchor. Thanks to the president, it may never have that role again. 3935686
Reposted by MelAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 13/04/2025Booker: "This isn't just about Mr. Garcia. This is about every American understanding that this president is making an assault on the due process rights that are afforded to people in our country ... you cannot disappear people off American streets." 10614164011882
Reposted by MelCongressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 13/04/2025Musk’s DOGE team may have “violated a court order that prevents DOGE staffers from handling sensitive” Social Security systems. Save Social Security. Protect our privacy. Fire Elon Musk.npr.orgHow DOGE may have improperly used Social Security data to push voter fraud narrativesA DOGE staffer working in the Social Security Administration has been pushing questionable claims about noncitizens voting — apparently using data that court records suggest DOGE shouldn't have. 31371121
Reposted by MelPoliticsGirl @politicsgirl.bsky.social · 13/04/2025“Physically dragged from his desk…” “Sent to a foreign prison camp without trial…” “Deported for his ideas…” “Social media account checked for loyalty…” What. Are. We. Doing. America? 51629244
Reposted by MelAdam Cohen (My Personal Views Only) @axidentaliberal.bsky.social · 12/04/2025I cannot overstate how despicable the Mahmoud Khalil case is The Government concedes he hasn’t broken any laws But they assert he can be deported for his past, current or even EXPECTED beliefs All based on the sole determination of Marco Rubio Who is apparently now the head of the Thought Police 1002410869
Reposted by MelMaddowBlog @maddowblog.bsky.social · 10/04/2025??? "...the agreement, obtained by WIRED, calls for the DOL to reimburse the USDS up to $1.3 million for work done by four DOGE affiliates, or “a slightly different number,” over an 18-month period." www.wired.com/story/depart...wired.comUS DOGE Service Agreement With Department of Labor Shows $1.3 Million Fee—and Details Its MissionThe unsigned agreement between the US DOGE Service and the Department of Labor provides significant insight into DOGE’s work with federal agencies. 31426173
Reposted by MelFeds Work For You @fedsworkforyou.bsky.social · 13/04/2025Happening tomorrow! #SaveDOL 03917
Reposted by MelCreated Wrongly @creativewronging.bsky.social · 13/04/20251st time I've ever voted for a Webby in my life If you're new to following the news about carceral abuse, the criminal justice system, the reforms (& abolishment) it desperately needs, or immigrantion since Trump 2.0- Olurinatti has been on that beat for YEARS. She deserves this award & more! 1124
Reposted by MelAl Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 13/04/2025Thousands of shoes laid out in Dutch city of Leiden in memory of children killed by Israel in Gaza. 🔴 LIVE updates: aje.io/4dznck 211061494
Reposted by MelTristan Snell @tristansnell.bsky.social · 05/03/2025BREAKING - Trump KILLING veterans' healthcare and benefits Firing 83,000 employees from Veterans Administration (VA) Perhaps the biggest insult to veterans in American history Why? To force them into PRIVATE insurance and healthcare -- this is a giant giveaway to corporates 1322167879
Reposted by MelNPR @npr.org · 04/03/2025A Public Citizen report obtained exclusively by NPR shows the new administration has halted or tried to dismiss cases or investigations against at least 89 companies in the last month.npr.orgTrump agencies drop dozens of Biden-era cases against crypto, other companiesA Public Citizen report obtained exclusively by NPR shows the new administration has halted or tried to dismiss cases or investigations against at least 89 companies in the last month. 912105863
Reposted by MelTom Nichols @radiofreetom.bsky.social · 05/03/2025My response to the Democratic response. This is not the time for normal politics. 1141774297
Reposted by MelRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 05/03/2025Do not let Trump gaslight you into believing he has a mandate or is all powerful. Most Americans don't support his agenda. There will be backlash — and we must make sure it is swift. 20574051771
Reposted by MelStates United Democracy Center @statesunited.org · 04/03/2025A federal judge on Thursday ruled that the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) broke the law when it instructed other agencies to fire thousands of federal employees. www.politico.com/news/2025/02...politico.comOPM illegally ordered agencies to fire ‘probationary’ federal employees, judge rulesBut the judge did not order the reinstatement of any fired workers, saying he was powerless to do so. 12631144
Reposted by MelAlt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 04/03/2025RIP U.S. Department of Education. Education Secretary Linda McMahon introduced herself to department employees with an email calling on them to join her in a “historic final mission” to downsize the agency and shift control to the states. 722128073602
