schwanderer.bsky.social @schwanderer.bsky.social · 5mAre American taxpayers paying these other countries? 000
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialJimmy Rushton @jimmyrushton.bsky.social · 9mNEW: Russia is demanding sanctions relief as part of any "energy truce" with Ukraine, multiple sources tell us. With Tim Zadorozhny for the @kyivindependent.com. kyivindependent.com/putin-puts-a...kyivindependent.comExclusive: Putin puts a price on Trump's Ukraine energy truce — Kyiv fears the costRussia has demanded sanctions relief from the U.S. as part of talks over a possible energy ceasefire with Ukraine, while also seeking to link the initiative to a ceasefire in the Black Sea, U.S. and U... 1103
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialHarry Litman @harrylitman.bsky.social · 9hHoly crap. NYC man shot by masked ICE agents and whisked away. 5 year old in car, street crowded w/ families & children. Mamdani now speaking, calls it an outrage. Remember: can't use deadly force w/o imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury. ICS "sows chaos and terror across our country." 21506116
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialHarry Litman @harrylitman.bsky.social · 9h7 shots fired. 4 pm in afternoon. At a car with 5-year old in it. Can’t use deadly force except in response to imminent threat of death of serious bodily injury. As in, from what we know, a blatantly illegal shooting. That’s without regard to victim’s criminal record. 7 Shots Fired. 18750268
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialHarry Litman @harrylitman.bsky.social · 18hWe forget about the stories as the media glare moves to the latest outrage. I am in DC for the week, and the National Guard is still a presence on the streets. Especially jarring in the nations capital, like an occupying force. 2526979
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialKen Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 19hDon’t believe a poll that has Democrats ahead any more than you believe a poll that has us behind. 26 days until Election Day. Run through the tape. 79526
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialThe Washington Sun @washingtonsun.com · 19hThe Trump administration is blocking Microsoft and Adobe from giving foreign workers temporarily living and working in the United States a pathway to permanent residency, accusing the companies of fraud.washingtonsun.comTrump Bars Microsoft From Getting Permanent Residency for Foreign WorkersVice President JD Vance accused the technology giant of abusing a federal program that gives foreign workers access to green cards. 0168
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialAnonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 21hTrump, a rapist and best friend of Jeffrey Epstein, told reporters as he left the White House for a rally in Alabama that he felt badly for the Cornell Seven, the men accused of gang rape, and called the special prosecutor on the case corrupt. 39434227
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialDavid Gura @davidgura.bsky.social · 21hPrime Minister Mark Carney congratulates the newest Nobel laureate, Anne Carson: 23110
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialAnonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Trump’s ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle reportedly asked a donor for $100,000 in exchange for political favours, telling him the payment “won’t show up anywhere.” Her lawyer disputes the messages; the donor says they are real and has the texts.yacnews.comBefore Greece post, Guilfoyle sought $100k from MAGA donor Eric Deters while lobbying IRS chief on his behalfKimberly Guilfoyle asked donor Eric Deters to pay her $100,000 Amex bill on 3 July 2025, six days before her Senate hearing, while lobbying the IRS chief for him. Her lawyer disputes the messages. Con... 19376130
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are hiding even the most basic facts about their ongoing boat strikes campaign. We applaud the members of Congress who are demanding answers about these illegal strikes. Transparency can't wait while more people are murdered by our government.politico.comScrutinizing Trump’s boat strikes 9474163
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialThe Washington Sun @washingtonsun.com · 08/10/2026Turning Point USA’s Arizona state PAC has spent a record amount of money on ads to knock Arizona’s Democratic governor out of office.washingtonsun.comTurning Point USA Is Spending Millions to Boost One of the Last Candidates Endorsed by Charlie KirkRepublican Andy Biggs is locked in a tight race against Gov. Katie Hobbs in Turning Point’s backyard. 42913
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialKen Goodman - PNW @kengoodmanpnw.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Here's one story (of many) to explain her face:irishstar.comInside Susan Dell's '$50k MAGA makeover' as fans ask 'what happened to her face'EXCLUSIVE: Susan Dell sparked quite a reaction online when she and her husband, Michael, joined President Trump to announce a $6.2M donation to his kids’ savings initiative 152
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialRoman Sheremeta @rshereme.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Today, russians killed 5 children in Ukraine. Three were 1-year-old, one 8-year-old, and one was 13-year-old. Additionally, russians killed 14 adults. 13121
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialCongressman Greg Casar @repcasar.bsky.social · 07/10/2026The company that locked people in small cages and called them "calming areas" is opening an ICE detention warehouse in San Antonio. We should be closing these facilities — not building more. 313044
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialMia Farrow @miafarrow.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Imagine: sorry your kid was killed but look at my ballroom 3734891
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialRoman Sheremeta @rshereme.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Former head of Germany’s intelligence service (BND), August Hanning, has been arrested on suspicion of espionage and attempted treason. 0194
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialMia Farrow @miafarrow.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Mackenzie Scott has donated over $26.4 billion to worthy causes TRump family & tech bros arent giving 1830366
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialRoman Sheremeta @rshereme.bsky.social · 08/10/2026“Ukraine is the David standing up to Goliath. The whole world must be their slingshot?” Bono, U2 frontman 07721
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialMarc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 08/10/2026🚨BREAKING: Voting rights groups are citing recent ICE activity near voting sites and new evidence of intimidation as they expand a lawsuit seeking to keep armed federal agents away from polling places during the midterm elections. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...democracydocket.comICE is already showing up near voting sites, bolstering lawsuit against armed agents at pollsAmong the newest examples is an ICE detention that took place in the same area California voters had to pass through to reach a ballot drop box. 9833311895
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialKen Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 06/10/2026RFK Jr. said he wanted to disrupt public health. Apparently that meant resurrecting measles and letting kids pay the price. 118931
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialAnonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Trump joins in personally, to spread disinformation about the protests in France. The US president parrots right wing propaganda designed to manipulate the upcoming French elections towards electing a Putin - Israel friendly government. 16308141
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialThe Washington Sun @washingtonsun.com · 06/10/2026Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy was barred from entering a U.S. military base in Qatar. www.washingtonsun.com/congress/sena…washingtonsun.comSen. Chris Murphy Was Denied Entry to a U.S. Military Base in QatarThe senator is currently on a congressional delegation trip to the Middle East. 85133
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialBradley P. Moss @bradmossesq.bsky.social · 06/10/2026static.klipy.comGame Of Thrones Go TALT: Game Of Thrones Go T 44402139
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialThe Washington Sun @washingtonsun.com · 06/10/2026News of a laboratory worker’s sudden death in Russia from an unidentified infection has public health experts questioning if the U.S. is ready to handle another pandemic. www.washingtonsun.com/health-scienc…washingtonsun.comIs the U.S. Prepared for Another Pandemic? Russia's Plague Scare Resurfaces Concerns.The CDC said “there is no evidence suggesting any immediate danger to the US public.” 123319
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialAnonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · 06/10/2026The US didn't overthrow the Venezuelan dictatorship, it merged it, this neo right wing isn't political, it is criminal, their goal is extraction & domination, not for the benefit of state or flag but for multinational offshore accounts, a kleptocratic global invasion. 731399
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialScott MacFarlane @macfarlanenews.bsky.social · 06/10/2026NEW: 20,000 voters have already submitted absentee ballots in Detroit. City clerk is "very encouraged" to have 20% return rate already, per spokesman for nonpartisan voter information campaign in city 10774205
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 06/10/2026Democracy isn't a spectator sport. Join the No Kings coalition on Thursday, October 8, at 8pm ET/5pm PT to learn more about how to take action to protect our elections this fall.mobilize.usNo Kings: Vote Early: Election Protection 101 · No KingsJoin the No Kings coalition for this call to learn how you can take action wherever you are to protect our elections this fall. We’ll cover how to get out the vote, the importance of voting early, pol... 5255111
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialScott MacFarlane @macfarlanenews.bsky.social · 06/10/2026"Mr. Hearn was deprived of his liberty, indicted for a crime he didn't commit, threatened w/ incarceration of up to 10 years & endured defaming of his name" Former Olympian charged w/ discredited Reflecting Pool criminal case asks for Dept of Interior watchdog probe of agency 151098338
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialACLU @aclu.org · 06/10/2026NEW: We filed a public comment opposing a rule proposed by the Trump administration that would dismantle Head Start's promise that children receive high-quality education, qualified teachers, comprehensive support, and more no matter where they live. Head Start must be accessible to all families. 1406138
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialNPR @npr.org · 06/10/2026The Paramount and Warner Bros. merger has survived court challenges, public protests and regulatory scrutiny. Now, the Hollywood heavyweight, named Skydance, begins operating. n.pr/4zCpwzNn.prNew Hollywood era begins with an epic mega merger between Paramount and Warner Bros.The Paramount and Warner Bros. merger has survived court challenges, public protests and regulatory scrutiny. Now, the Hollywood heavyweight, named Skydance, begins operating. 487722
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialTimInHonolulu @timinhonolulu.bsky.social · 06/10/2026www.nytimes.com/2026/10/06/w...nytimes.comFury in California After Trump Suggests Iran Could ‘Take Out’ L.A. or San Diego (Gift Article)Gov. Gavin Newsom called the president “dangerous and deranged” after his remarks at a political rally, where Mr. Trump said the Iran war was necessary to “keep the world safe.” 063
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialAndrew Weissmann @weissmann.substack.com · 06/10/2026weissmann.substack.com/p/the-blank-...weissmann.substack.comThe Blank Check Supreme CourtTales from the Court, the Senate, and the DOJ 413030
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialThe Washington Sun @washingtonsun.com · 06/10/2026The Supreme Court denied a last-minute bid by streaming subscribers seeking to block Paramount Skydance’s $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. just hours before the megamerger was expected to close on Tuesday.washingtonsun.comSupreme Court Rejects a Last-Ditch Effort to Block the Paramount-Warner MergerThe deal for Paramount to acquire Warner Bros. closes Tuesday. 01813
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialStatus @status.news · 06/10/2026CNN staffers breathed a sigh of relief when Mark Thompson agreed to stay on under Skydance. But we have learned that he hasn’t yet finalized a new contract—and he’s not the only top CNN executive whose deal expires in 2027. Details in @status.news: www.status.news/p/mark-thomp...status.newsEllison Leaves His MarkCNN staffers breathed a sigh of relief when Mark Thompson agreed to stay on under Skydance. But Status has learned that he hasn’t yet finalized a new contract—and he’s not the only top CNN executive w... 3347
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialBloomberg News @bloomberg.com · 06/10/2026NATO’s top military commander is working on a strategy for achieving a quick victory against a Russian attack on its eastern flank, with a focus on integrating new defense technologies like drones and AIbloom.bgNATO Drafts Plan to Defeat a Russian Attack With Drones and AINATO’s top military commander is working on a strategy for achieving a quick victory against a Russian attack on its eastern flank, with a particular focus on integrating new defense technologies like drones and AI into traditional power. 75920
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialMike Madrid @mikemadrid.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Republicans are pulling their ad money out of south Texas seats youtube.com/shorts/G69EM...youtube.comRepublicans Retreat in South Texas #substack #shortsYouTube video by Mike Madrid 511323
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialTom Nichols @radiofreetom.bsky.social · 06/10/2026I'm writing something up on this 3332833
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialRebecca Solnit @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Convenience, efficiency, profitability, and easiness have long been the four horsemen of the tech apocalypse. 317045
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialRachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 05/10/2026ICE is now separating children from their parents in the nation’s interior and deeming them “unaccompanied.” www.motherjones.com/politics/202...motherjones.com“You kidnapped my son”ICE is now separating children from their parents and deeming them “unaccompanied.” 44159133755
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialBradley P. Moss @bradmossesq.bsky.social · 05/10/2026static.klipy.comWell...ALT: Well... 79212
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialKen Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · 05/10/2026TODAY is the last day to register to vote in these 10 battleground states that will decide control of the House and Senate. Head to IWillVote.com to register to vote and make your voting plan. 35842
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialThe Intercept @theintercept.com · 05/10/2026Appropriations committee members saw an influx of campaign contributions after steering $345 million to a military contractor.theintercept.comSusan Collins’s Committee Bought Trucks the Army Didn’t Want. Then Campaign Donations Poured In.Appropriations committee members saw an influx of campaign contributions after steering $345 million to a military contractor. 610446
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialBradley P. Moss @bradmossesq.bsky.social · 05/10/2026"Our wonderful White House Press Secretary, and one of my most trusted aides, Karoline Leavitt, will be departing her role at the end of the month so she can spend more time with her beautiful young children and family, a decision I totally understand and respect!" That was two months ago. 911424
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialTimothy Snyder @timothysnyder.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Heartbreak in Springfield, Ohio. Please read this important reporting. It all begins with big lies and it ends with ethnic cleansing and deaths for which we must not only mourn but feel ashamed. www.theatlantic.com/politics/202...theatlantic.comA Reckoning in SpringfieldA truck driver out on his route confronts what the country has become. 761221450
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialRachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 05/10/2026"Some were there because even though they had not known the young man personally, they 'are dedicated to standing in solidarity with his family and all of the other Haitian families who have come to Springfield seeking a place of safety,' the pastor said..." www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-...miamiherald.comAt Haitian student’s funeral, a community confronts painful immigration realityThe emotional ceremony held in English and Haitian Creole was attended by his parents and two younger brothers, local community advocates and elected officials including Springfield Mayor Rob Rue, Sta... 301598480
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialStatus @status.news · 05/10/2026Weeks after gutting local newsrooms, McClatchy leadership has offered staffers virtually no explanation of what comes next, Status has learned, as the company builds out its controversial A.I. operation. The details in @status.news www.status.news/p/mcclatchy-...status.newsMcClatchy Goes MuteWeeks after gutting local newsrooms, McClatchy leadership has offered staffers virtually no explanation of what comes next, Status has learned, as the company builds out its controversial A.I. operati... 14925
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialThe Washington Sun @washingtonsun.com · 05/10/2026The U.S. government is actively monitoring a suspected outbreak of the plague in Russia following the death of a 28-year-old lab worker who was reportedly infected after coming into contact with a broken test tube containing the pathogen.washingtonsun.comU.S. Monitoring Reports of Russian Lab Worker’s Suspected Plague DeathThe State Department called on Russian authorities to release “accurate information quickly and openly” about the developing situation. 155627
Reposted by @schwanderer.bsky.socialBloomberg News @bloomberg.com · 04/10/2026Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik, who supports Russian President Vladimir Putin and opposes Bosnia’s unity, retained behind-the-scenes power on Sunday as his allies held their positions in elections in Bosnia-Herzegovinabloom.bgPro-Russian Dodik Praises Trump as Allies Triumph in Bosnia VoteBosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik, who supports Russian President Vladimir Putin and opposes Bosnia’s unity, retained behind-the-scenes power on Sunday as his allies held their positions in elections in Bosnia-Herzegovina. He cited US President Donald Trump’s influence for the result. 22021