Secretary-General António Guterres told an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council on Saturday that everything must be done to prevent further escalation. https://to.pbs.org/4rmQ0Rj

Rep. Patronis claims Trump's strikes on Iran are part of "an effort of global peace taking place under his leadership"

A major attack launched by Israel and the United States killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, President Donald Trump announced Saturday, confirming an assassination. https://to.pbs.org/4cTE45I

The date for the next No Kings Day is set. But this is a save the date, not a “sit back and wait.” 🧵

The Epstein fallout continues to haunt Trump as his polls sink, Democrats step into a global leadership vacuum in Munich, Canada forges new alliances, Ukraine updates, Obama takes the spotlight, and more. Watch the MeidasTouch Podcast live at 8p ET/5p PT!

Major update: New Mexico lawmakers approve first ever investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s New Mexico ranch. Trump falsely claims he has been “totally exonerated.” Hillary Clinton turns the table on Trump accusing him of a cover-up. open.substack.com/pub/aaronpar...

"We can have democracy in this country, or we can have great wealth concentrated in the hands of a few, but we can't have both." –Justice Louis Brandeis Words spoken many years ago that are just as relevant today. We must continue the fight to get big money out of politics.

"A Prince, whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a Tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a free people." —The Declaration of Independence

Feeling gloomy about our current president? Here are 5 ways to fight back against his cruel agenda. https://youtu.be/8W-lVRQQGtI?si=jwUjHmAZZcU9h4Ti

-A living wage -Guaranteed healthcare -The right to join a union -The right to vote -The right to choose when, how, and with whom you start a family -The right for you and your family to live free from gun violence These are the foundations of real freedom.

"The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough for those who have too little." —FDR, 1937

This Presidents' Day, I'm reminded of all the promises our current president has broken. https://youtu.be/AcefFTXUcxU?si=Qd1tW-7ojQet2CuN

Your Presidents' Day reminder that patriotism isn't about attacking immigrants, cutting taxes for the rich, or dividing us by race & faith. True patriots don't pander to divisiveness or hate. They work to confirm the "WE" in "We the People of the United States."

This was yet another week of Trump ruling on behalf of the so-called Epstein Class. But it was also a week that featured extraordinary pushback and solidarity against his regime. Join us as we break down the week that was. https://youtu.be/oEyT9rwX59I

The Epstein Class is the by-product of an economy that emerged over the last two decades, from which this new elite has siphoned off vast amounts of wealth. Some thoughts... https://robertreich.substack.com/p/the-squalor-of-the-epstein-class

Donald Trump’s mental decline has gotten worse. Why is the media only barely starting to report on it? And why won’t they ask who’s really making the decisions in the White House? https://youtu.be/NQHLciC67V8?si=uoJIQXi5JIEJvac-

If this country was truly “pro-life,” we would have Medicare for All, a Green New Deal, gun reform, universal child care, and a living wage. The right-wing agenda isn’t about “life.” It’s about control.

Excellent

Artists are hated by dictators because they get to the core of the problem. Artists expose the rot. This is awesome. This is love.

Wow.

The GOP is once again showing its disdain for the Constitution. fox9.com/news/residen...

We are the laughing stock of the world.

The reason the FBI won't share evidence in the Alex Pretti shooting case is obvious: The FBI is NOT investigating the shooting; they are covering it up. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

We’ve been up to a lot lately between organizing against the DHS funding bill and hosting ICE watch trainings, but the one thing we haven’t been doing is actively fundraising. To some extent, we prefer it this way — our priority is always offering tangible actions you can take, not asking for money.

This is just open, unabashed white nationalist rhetoric at this point.

Josh Johnson destroying Elon Musk for begging Epstein to come to the pedo island is the funniest shit I’ve seen this morning.

EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Ami Bera announces he will boycott Trump’s State of the Union

A major Epstein files revelation, the DOJ cover-up intensifies, bipartisan outrage, new election interference concerns, SAVE Act pushback, DHS midterm questions, and global backlash to Trump. Our weekend bulletin is up now — completely paywall free.

TUNE IN: Legal AF Podcast, Popok & Dina Doll break down a criminal case tossed after ICE agents were caught lying in court, the expanding use of contempt powers, a grand jury’s refusal to indict six members of Congress & latest Epstein fallout & pressure on Pam Bondi. LIVE now, tune in below!

A criminal case collapses after ICE agents were caught lying under oath, as federal courts flex contempt powers and a grand jury’s refusal to indict six members of Congress — plus the deepening Epstein fallout and mounting pressure on Pam Bondi. Watch Legal AF live now!

Raskin: What makes somebody a good lawyer? You have to identify with the people who are the victims of injustice — not with their perpetrators. So I would say to Pam Bondi: If you’re going to stand with the victimizers and not the victims, then you’re not a real lawyer.

Moskowitz: By the president’s own metrics, what accomplishments does Noem have? • She’s holding up 200 miles of border wall. • She’s deported fewer people than Obama. • She’s not helping any of these red-state governors with their disasters. Why hasn’t he fired her?

EXCLUSIVE: Newly uncovered audio reviewed by MeidasTouch captures PA GOP gubernatorial candidate Stacy Garrity claiming anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis were “paid protestors,” saying “they all look the same” and protests are “very well coordinated.”

NEWS: Trump lashes out on Presidents’ Day as Trump Tower sees large protests.  More key Trump officials revealed in Epstein Files as powerful billionaire resigns from his post.  Horrific mass shooting in Rhode Island during boys hockey game.  FBI blocks all access to Alex Pretti evidence.

Important news: DOJ says it is done releasing and unredacting Epstein Files as Trump urges the nation to move on. More than 10 Trump officials are in the files. Kristi Noem says she will work to make sure the “right people” elect the “right leaders”

Major update: New Epstein Files Show Pam Bondi misled Congress about whether there were any criminal allegations against Donald Trump. Alan Dershowitz lies while suggesting Epstein was not a pedophile. Backlash against the DOJ grows fast. Jeffries pledges to redistrict more states.

Major good news only update!! A Minnesota man helps reunite abandoned vehicles with their owners in Minnesota after ICE’s surge. The monks made it to DC. Medical break through and more. And, it was my one year anniversary of doing this full time! open.substack.com/pub/aaronpar...

POINTS to Aaron! Tune in TONIGHT for more of Independent journalist Aaron Parnas & Comedian Scott Thompson in an all new episode of #HIGNFY at 9pm on CNN and streaming next day on the CNN app.

Major news: DOJ releases list of “politically exposed persons” in the Epstein Files to create more chaos in the public. Epstein survivor tells me that the list is” missing a few names......" Europe embraces Democratic leaders as Trump abandons the alliance. open.substack.com/pub/aaronpar...

I know it’s hard right now to imagine government working. Trust is low. Frustration is high. But it can work — and across the country, people are quietly fixing broken systems and making life better. Those stories matter. They remind us what’s possible. bit.ly/3M5BPl0

Major updates: Trump privately lashes out at some of his closest Senate Republican allies. DHS enters government shutdown with no end in sight. Top talent agency put to sale as Epstein Files fallout grows. DHS tries to unmask anonymous anti-ICE social media accounts.

" #Epstein was murdered while he was by himself..."

The Trump admin is putting the health and safety of Americans at risk. As a sustainable business owner, I’ve always been at the forefront of eco-friendly practices. With your support, we can get a climate champion into Arizona’s First District! www.givegreen.com/candidates/j...

Major news: Epstein fallout explodes as world leader criminally charged, Sultan ousted, and more. More significant emails released showing ties between Trump and Epstein. Kristi Noem under fire for personal relationship with Lieutenant—one that got a Coast Guard officer fired.

Host: So when Donald Trump walked in, there were women in there who weren't fully clothed. Hughes: Correct. Women were not fully clothed when Donald Trump came in. Host: And some of those women were, what, as young as 15? Hughes: Yeah, as 15 years old.

Narrator: Barbara Pilling was a young model in New York. She first saw Donald Trump at a party in the late 80s. She's never spoken publicly about it before. Pilling: He said, how old are you? And I said, 17. He goes, oh, great. So you're not too old, not too young. That's just great.

NEWS: LA Lakers Co-Owner’s Firm Linked to Proposed $80 Million ICE Warehouse Deal in Texas — a massive facility that could detain up to 9,500 people.