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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 24/01/2025

The last 24 hours have been so wild that I had to flip the script. Now, I’m trying to be a good Auntie and not flood your inboxes, so I’m giving you this instead. Stay tuned, because this week’s recap is about to be jam-packed with all the drama and details you didn’t know you needed!

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 23/01/2025

In a move that amplifies the already divisive conversation around U.S. immigration enforcement, Congress has passed the Laken Riley Act, legislation that mandates the detention of undocumented individuals charged with theft-related offenses.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 23/01/2025

the_petty_auntie A never-before-released track, “Hot For You Baby,” is making its grand debut as part of the upcoming 40th-anniversary reissue of Turner’s iconic album, Private Dancer.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 23/01/2025

Just four days into his second term, Trump has frozen all active civil rights cases under DOJ review, sending shockwaves through communities already fighting to have their voices heard.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 21/01/2025

Here at Petty AF, we believe in telling it like it is, with a hearty dose of wit and a sprinkle of sass. Whether we're dissecting the intricacies of political policies or serving up the hottest takes on pop culture, you can count on us to deliver the news with flair and integrity.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 21/01/2025

It didn’t take long for President Donald J. Trump to remind us why he’s the human embodiment of a wrecking ball. Day one in the Oval Office wasn’t just about fluffing the cushions on his old chair; no ma’am, he came ready to work with a stack of executive orders taller than his campaign promises.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 19/01/2025

The man who once hollered about banning the app now seems to have softened his tune, proposing things like a U.S. takeover of TikTok’s operations. And baby, I’m here to tell you, it ain’t about keeping your data safe—it’s about those dollars.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 19/01/2025

The breadcrumbs have been scattered, y'all, and the trail leads straight to Mar-a-Lago. Both Mark Zuckerberg, Meta's ever-ambitious overlord, and TikTok's CEO Shou Zi Chew have been spotted at the former President’s gilded Florida fortress, reportedly “kissing the ring” of President-Elect Trump.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 19/01/2025

We need to have a real conversation because some folks out here have me squinting my eyes and clutching my pearls. Black celebrities performing at President-Elect Trump’s inauguration? Chile, make it make sense. Let’s talk about morals, integrity, and what it says when you accept that kind of stage.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 16/01/2025

Biden’s speech was more than a farewell; it was a flashing neon sign saying, “This is how democracy dies.” He called out the concentration of power, the weaponization of lies, and the erosion of accountability. And baby, if we don’t listen this time, we might not get another chance.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 14/01/2025

Oh honey, buckle up because we need to talk about the final report from Special Counsel Jack Smith, and let me tell you, it’s a doozy. This 174-page bombshell, hot off the Department of Justice’s desk, has laid bare Donald Trump’s blatant and persistent attempts to overturn the 2020 election results

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 13/01/2025

Let me know if there’s a topic you’d like me to tackle next. Don’t forget to share these gems with your circle—because staying informed is the first step to staying powerful. Love, Auntie

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The Doyénne @thedoyenne.bsky.social · 11/01/2025

Choose 20 albums that have stayed with you or influenced you. One album per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #MusicSky #BlackMusicSky #MusicChallenge #Music #hiphopsky

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The Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · 08/01/2025

THREAD: Our hearts are with everyone being impacted by the widespread California wildfires. Please consider using or sharing these vital resources if you or someone you know is in the disaster’s path. We will update this thread as more information or resources become available:

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 09/01/2025

This isn’t just a “gazette.” We’re not delivering dry, by-the-numbers reporting here. Oh no, sugar. We’re digging into the details, calling out the nonsense, and serving up truth with a side of wit and just the right amount of shade. We’re Petty AF (Auntie’s Files) open.substack.com/pub/thepetty...

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MeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 08/01/2025

If you are in the Los Angeles area, here's where to get information on the fires: - View the fire map at fire.ca.gov - Download the Watch Duty app - Sign up for NotifyLA alerts with the city at emergency.lacity.gov

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John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Dear World, We’re sorry. Sincerely, Sane, Decent Americans

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 08/01/2025

Just found the ultimate hack for managing my socials! With Openvibe, I can post effortlessly to both Threads and Bluesky at the same time! It even pulls all my feeds into one chic, consolidated view—no more app hopping. ✨ Efficiency never looked so good. What are you waiting for? Try it!

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 08/01/2025

Let me make one thing clear: what I’m about to share is a theory, not fact. It’s a detailed analysis of a potential scenario based on publicly available information and statements. While rooted in reality, it remains speculative. open.substack.com/pub/thepetty...

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The Arctic Gambit: Trump, Russia, and the NATO Showdown

Speculative analysis on Trump's expansionist ambitions and the potential reshaping of global alliances.

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Luvvie @luvvie.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

This is a reminder: DO NOT BUILD YOUR BUSINESS PURELY IN THESE WALLED GARDENS. Get your website together. Start your newsletter. Dust off your blog. It's urgent.

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EliasJMcClellan @eliasjmcclellan.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

In. My. Bones.

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 17/11/2024

😂😂😂 y’all, 🤭 I was googling the character limit for BlueSky and accidentally found out that what we post are called “SKEETS” and I can’t stop laughing 🤣

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Michallie The Petty Auntie ™ @thepettyauntie.substack.com · 16/11/2024

Thanks for the follows, y’all! I’m new here and just taking a moment to read the room—every app’s got its own vibe, right? I’ll start sharing once I get a feel for the appmosphere. Stay tuned!

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