Reposted by Stephie GibsTeam Talarico @teamtalaricohq.bsky.social · 30/08/2026This week: James Talarico: Introduces plan to break up Big Medicine and lower Texans’ health care prices. Ken Paxton: Flaunts a $41,000 gold watch in his Four Seasons Orlando polo. 992491931
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026This administration only believes in free speech when it comes to their speech...and this man thinks no one can say anything about him he does not like....we need to fix this already...washingtonpost.comTrump says he will report NBC host to FCC for ‘rebuke or punishment’The president’s latest in a string of threats against broadcasters followed a comment by Kristen Welker about “some mixed results” from his midterm endorsements. 042
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Six years later, what does the COVID record actually show? I went back to the science, public health guidance, vaccine research, and Dr. Fauci's recent Senate hearing to separate evidence from hindsight. As always, I brought receipts.open.substack.comCOVID: What the Record Actually Shows (And Yes, I Brought Receipts.)Six years later, separating hindsight, politics, and misinformation from what the evidence actually shows. 022
Reposted by Stephie GibsAnnie Henson @gma28.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Seriously, unfortunately so true. 47093534008
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 18/07/2026I read President Trump's election documents, the legislation, the Constitution, and the reporting so you don't have to. Some of his concerns were legitimate. Some conclusions went beyond the evidence. Here's what the receipts actually show. #IBroughtReceiptsopen.substack.comDid Trump's Election Documents Prove His Claims?The documents reveal real security concerns. But they don't always support the conclusions President Trump asked Americans to draw from them. 010
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 17/07/2026Oh, this Aussie is good...such a way with words...lolopen.substack.comYou Broke the Fucking Pump, You Gutless C#nts: An Angry Australian’s Message to the Republican PartyTHIS IS SWEARY - YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED! 010
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 17/07/2026I read both of President Trump's Fourth of July speeches so you don't have to. Then I compared key claims with history, government data, and original sources. Agree or disagree, I hope you'll examine the record. Bring your own receipts.open.substack.comI Read Trump's July 4 Speeches (With Receipts)Patriotism isn't believing everything a president says. It's caring enough about America to examine the record. 010
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 16/07/2026National security shouldn't be a partisan briefing. If Congress is being briefed on defense priorities, both parties deserve a seat at the table. I'm also concerned anytime we normalize expanding the military's role here at home. Defense deserves oversight—not politics. 🇺🇸thehill.comHouse Republicans to meet with Hegseth at Pentagon on $350 billion requestSpeaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said House Republicans will get a briefing from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon on Tuesday evening as they consider the White House’s request for a $350 … 000
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Personally, I think they're keeping McConnell in office to avoid giving Kentucky's Democratic governor the chance to appoint a Democrat, which would narrow the Republicans' Senate majority.newrepublic.comMitch McConnell Was Found Unconscious Before He Was Rushed to HospitalThe Republican senator’s condition still remains unclear weeks after he was hospitalized. 050
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 01/07/2026The Constitution already gives us a way to make big changes. If we believe something needs to be different, let's have the debate, build consensus, and amend it the way our founders intended. Democracy works best when we follow the process. 020
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 01/07/2026House Republicans have ground the House to a halt over the SAVE America Act, even though it faces steep odds in the Senate under the filibuster. If Congress is going to stop functioning over a bill unlikely to become law, that's a remarkable political strategy. #Congressms.nowHouse paralyzed as Speaker Johnson confronts another revolt from his own membersLast week, GOP leaders in the chamber lost control of the floor and failed to advance their legislative priorities. Now it’s worse. 110
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 28/06/2026Public schools belong to every child—not just those of one faith. If the government requires Bible readings, what message does that send to Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, atheist, and other students? Religious freedom means government doesn't choose a religion. #SeparationOfChurchAndStatelive5news.comBible stories are approved as required reading in Texas public schoolsTexas public schools will require students to read Bible stories under a reading list approved by the state’s education board Friday, widening conservative efforts to bring more Christian teachings in... 140
Reposted by Stephie GibsBrant Reeves @bireeves95.bsky.social · 27/06/2026I still think this is one of the most egregious acts of Treason ever committed…. 877124015689
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Oh, he must have decided not to run for president...I mean, Nixon is a saint compared to Trump, but still...jezebel.comOf Course JD Vance’s Biggest Political Role Model Is the Guy Who Got Run Out of OfficeAs part of his book tour this week, the Vice President compared himself to Nixon and accused Watergate of being a “deep state” conspiracy. 010
Reposted by Stephie GibsAcyn @acyn.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Ossoff: On Wednesday of this last week he said the war was "Done." And then on Thursday another ship was struck. On Friday the president was bombing again. This is what happens when you send your son-in-law, Jared, to cosplay as a diplomat 265145564076
Reposted by Stephie GibsAgentJoeMcJoe 🇺🇸 @joemcjoe11.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Trumpy is literally spreading propoganda and lying about his bullshit greatness. Because he knows he's losing. Every single day 54354281517
Reposted by Stephie GibsLucky Shitt 🇨🇦 🇪🇺 🇲🇽 🇺🇦 @luckyshitt.bsky.social · 27/06/2026I hereby declare that Rudy Giuliani be stripped of the title "America's Mayor" for multiple reasons and nominate Zohan Mamdani 938224603991
Reposted by Stephie GibsBarack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 27/06/2026I would read letters like Emily’s every night in the White House. They were powerful reminders of why the work we did mattered, and who we were fighting for. 389136543374
Reposted by Stephie GibsAcyn @acyn.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Ossoff: I don’t know if you saw the mess in Washington last week. The president was so humiliated in Hormuz, he threw his toys out of the stroller and refused to sign the affordable housing bill. 218144183752
Reposted by Stephie GibsMax B 💙 🔶 🇺🇦 🇬🇧 🇪🇺 @maxbrockbank.com · 27/06/2026“If we lose, people might investigate us" is a helluva campaign pitch for "innocent" politicians. 1449165804925
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Congress controls the power of the purse. If presidents can redirect taxpayer money to pet projects whenever they want, our system of checks and balances means nothing. Congress needs to do its job, defend its constitutional authority, and protect our tax dollars.the-independent.comTrump spent nearly $700K in Parks money from taxpayers to fix White House walkwayInternal budget documents show more than 900 projects nationwide lost expected funding, including crucial safety upgrades at Yellowstone and Acadia, as resources were diverted to nation's capital 111
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Respect isn't owed because someone holds an office—it's earned by honoring the Constitution, treating people with dignity, and leading by example. If you demand respect while insulting others and disregarding democratic norms, don't be surprised when respect isn't freely given.indy100.comTrump called for people to ‘respect the president’ - it went exactly as you'd expectUS president Donald Trump hasn’t exactly been respectful towards past presidents – what with him sharing a “disgustingly racist” video depicting Barack Obama as an ape, and telling people not to “feel... 010
Reposted by Stephie GibsRep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) @repstansbury.bsky.social · 26/06/2026What is Leon Black hiding? Because, if he isn’t hiding anything, why did he walk out of his Transcribed Interview in the Epstein investigation today? We will get answers. Nobody is above the law. 592135274543
Reposted by Stephie GibsSeth Abramson @sethabramson.bsky.social · 27/06/2026Pete Hegseth is removing or blocking the promotions of all military officers who he has determined would not participate in an illegal pro-Trump self-coup (auto-coup) in 2028. You can believe me now or believe me in 2028. Either way, stop seeing what Hegseth is doing as random. 19337571859
Reposted by Stephie GibsAaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 26/06/2026Massie: "I think it's ironic that we control the House, Senate, Supreme Court, and the White House, and we're yelling 'election fraud'? I mean, we won all the damn elections." 15783224210105
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 27/06/2026This man and his capitulation make me sick...Congress represents the people...but not the ones that are there now...we need to fix that!!youtube.comMike Johnson is a theocratic fascist.YouTube video by The Warning with Steve Schmidt 151
Reposted by Stephie GibsNate @nateduty.bsky.social · 10/06/20261/6 I have to laugh a bit when I hear people call Sanders a "Socialist." Mainly because they have no idea what Socialism is and think of Russia. That's Marxism-Leninism Socialism; it all belongs to the government. Then there is another reality that the American people don't seem to understand: 855146123344
Reposted by Stephie GibsJoyce White Vance @joycewhitevance.bsky.social · 10/06/2026👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼Meaningless promises 971578392
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 10/06/2026When a leader hears boos and calls them cheers, it raises a serious question: are they listening to reality or only to what they want to hear? America needs leaders who face facts, even when they're uncomfortable—not ones who rewrite them.pbs.orgTrump booed by NBA Finals crowd prior to Game 3The president was unfazed. “It was, I think, mostly cheers,” he told reporters after the game before boarding Air Force One to return to Washington. “It was loud, and it was very enthusiastic.” 020
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 07/06/2026I've always supported making sure the wealthy pay their fair share. But if California's existing tax system already taxes billionaires at higher rates and they provide a huge share of state revenue, I'm not convinced a separate wealth tax is the answer. Fairness matters—but so does economic reality.kiplinger.comNew California Wealth Tax Heads to the 2026 Ballot: Who Would Pay, What's at Stake and What Happens NextA proposed tax on extreme wealth in California is moving closer to voters. Here's what it means for high earners and others in the Golden State. 010
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 07/06/2026While Americans worry about healthcare, Social Security, costs, and national security, Trump seems to have endless time for golf courses, sporting events, and photo ops. The presidency isn't supposed to be a part-time job. We deserve leadership focused on the people, not the spotlight.apnews.comKnicks announce enhanced security measures for fans with Trump attending Game 3 of the NBA FinalsThe New York Knicks are warning fans to bring as little as possible to Game 3 of the NBA Finals and encouraging them to arrive at least two hours before tipoff as part of enhanced security measures wi... 031
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 07/06/2026The government is now reportedly declaring living immigrants "dead" in Social Security databases to make life impossible for them. That's not immigration reform—it's weaponizing government records. We need laws, due process, and accountability, not chaos. #VoteBluenewrepublic.comTrump Team Wanted to Declare Immigrants Dead to Force Them OutA whistleblower revealed the horrific plan at the Social Security Administration. 051
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 06/06/2026If a Spiritualist, Pagan, Wiccan, or other minority-faith service member is willing to serve and die for this country, they deserve to be recognized—not lumped into an "other" category. Religious freedom isn't just for the majority. It's for everyone protected by the First Amendment.military.comDOD Officially Drops 180 Faiths From Military's Recognized Religion ListDefense Secretary Hegseth previously announced the change due to an "impractical" system. 000
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 04/06/2026AI may be digital, but its impact is physical. As data centers expand across communities like those in Georgia, who should pay for the water, power, and infrastructure needed to support them?open.substack.comAI May Be Digital, But Its Impact Is PhysicalWhy government and Big Tech must work together to build the infrastructure AI demands 000
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 04/06/2026This Harvard graduation speech nailed something our world desperately needs: understanding. You don't have to agree with someone to listen, learn, or see their humanity. "Peace through understanding can survive conflict; peace through agreement lasts only as long as everyone agrees.youtube.com'Listen Like You Might Be Wrong': Harvard Student Goes Viral For Stunning Speech On Trump Amid FeudYouTube video by Hook Global 010
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 31/05/2026Iran should never have a nuclear weapon. But civilian nuclear power and nuclear weapons aren't the same thing. The answer is strict inspections and verification, not impossible demands. Trump also keeps ignoring that much of the money Iran wants was frozen Iranian money, not a U.S. gift. #Iranaxios.comTrump requests edits to Iran deal his envoys negotiatedTrump wants the deal, with a few tweaks. 110
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 31/05/2026A sitting president sued the federal government, then his own administration settled the case by creating a $1.8 billion fund and shielding his family from certain IRS audits. Now federal judges are questioning whether the deal is lawful. If this doesn't concern you, it should. #Accountabilitythehill.comTrump’s self-settlement could backfire on him after he leaves officeThe real question is whether voters will one day elect an administration willing to bring cases covered by this deal anyway. 001
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 30/05/2026Trump claimed the Kennedy Center was beyond saving, but a federal judge just halted the closure and ordered his name removed, ruling the board exceeded its authority. Instead of accepting the decision, Trump melted down online. The arts aren't his personal monument.capradio.orgFormer Kennedy Center president refutes Trump's critique of 'bad management'"I am deeply troubled by the false allegations regarding the management of the Kennedy Center," Deborah Rutter wrote in a statement. 000
Reposted by Stephie Gibsdharmalee3❌👑 @dharmalee3.bsky.social · 29/05/2026On June 14, the Committee for the First Amendment will be hosting Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment, an uplifting evening of song, solidarity, and action. Featuring an all-star line-up of performers, this 90-minute concert event will celebrate the freedoms... riseupsingout.com 022
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 29/05/2026A sitting president trying to put his own face on a $250 bill? That’s not patriotism, it’s ego on steroids. U.S. law has long barred living people from appearing on currency for a reason. We’re watching a cult of personality replace basic democratic norms.npr.orgTreasury Department prepares $250 bill with Trump's face on itCongress needs to pass legislation in order for the bill's printing 010
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 29/05/2026Stephen Miller claiming SNAP just hands out benefits with no proof is a flat-out lie. Applicants provide IDs, Social Security numbers, income verification, household information, and more. These lies demonize struggling families and trick people into voting against programs that help real Americans.truthout.orgStephen Miller Pushes False Claim That SNAP Requires No Proof of Financial Need“We don’t check, as a country, if you even have kids. You will just start getting the checks,” Miller falsely asserted. 032
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 23/05/2026How can any president negotiate a deal where he and his family are protected from IRS audits forever? Teachers, workers, and middle class families still pay every dime and face audits if they make mistakes. There cannot be one tax system for the powerful and another for everyone else.bbc.comHow Trump's IRS settlement could block tax audits of him, his family and their businessesSome lawmakers and legal experts say the department has violated federal law with its addendum to the settlement agreement. 000
Stephie Gibs @stephiegibs.bsky.social · 23/05/2026This isn’t “protecting borders.” It’s punishing families. Americans who marry immigrants could now be separated for months or years while spouses leave the U.S. to apply for green cards abroad. Our immigration laws were built around family unity, not wealth and cruelty.cnn.comTrump administration upends green card process, potentially compelling hundreds of thousands to leave US to apply | CNN PoliticsThe Trump administration will now require people seeking green cards to leave the United States during the application process — a sweeping change that could upend the lives of hundreds of thousands o... 000
Reposted by Stephie GibsMarc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 16/05/2026Just another normal day at DOJ where they have to withdraw a filing in New Hampshire that was intended for Minnesota. 60096722942