After billionaire fugitive Roger Ver failed to win a Trump pardon, he still managed to avoid prison by hiring one of the well-connected defense attorneys that DOJ prosecutors labeled the “Friends of Trump” for their access to top agency appointees.

CBP chief Bovino has confirmed that the officers who executed Alex Pretti in the street yesterday are not only *not on administrative leave,* they have all been reassigned to other jurisdictions and are all on the street today. This is totally unheard of for any officer-involved shooting

More than 400 years of history and a decade of advocacy were torn down Thursday afternoon when National Park Service employees removed every single display at the President’s House. 🔗 What's next? We explain: www.inquirer.com/politics/nat...

As I delve into the American Revolution more, I thought I should include this book. There are traces of Braddock's March in Maryland where I used to live. #PhotoFriday #Histbookchat

I listened to a podcast interview of Giles Tremlett on his biography of Franco - I hadn't extensively considered the impact of the Spanish-American War on Spain - the impact the defeat had on the nation, and particularly the navy - and how this impacted Franco's family. #Histbookchat

We will roll out our new Top 100 Prospects rankings tomorrow. In preparation for that, I did a research project looking at our 36 previous Top 100 lists (1990-present). Quick thread on some of what I found. www.baseballamerica.com/stories/how-...

I'm reading Thomas Paine's Common Sense as it celebrates its 250th year. I've run into a number of expected themes - the case against monarchy, the argument for why reconciliation between England and the colonies no longer makes sense... #Histbookchat #navalhistory

Doug Fister Pitcher Debut: 2009 - Retired: 2018 TEX - HOU - BOS - DET - SEA - WSN

Here's a brief thread on part of the "Second Air Battle of Bougainville" fought 8-9 Nov 1943. The name originates on the Japanese side based on wildly optimistic claims that portrayed a great victory. It serves as an extreme example of overclaiming - something that plagued all sides in air combat.

Here is the full story, they’re stopped two special ed busses in Saint Paul and now the school district is taking two days off so that teachers can prepare virtual options for the indefinite future. Special ed kids cannot go to school safely without being hassled by armed and masked federal goons.

They are canceling youth sports across the city in Minneapolis this weekend because lawless masked armed federal paramilitaries are targeting the children and families.

This year marks the 250th anniversary of America's Declaration of Independence. It also is the 250th anniversary of Thomas Paines Common Sense. I'm reading this book now to mark the anniversary - I hope it offers some hope and encouragement in an ugly so far 2026. #Histbookchat #PhotoFriday

The first sale of Venezuelan oil went to a guy who donated $6 million to Trump. The proceeds are now in a bank in Qatar.

This week, Historians At The Movies gets to talk about the South, Jim Crow, the Klan, music, and motherlovin’ VAMPIRES. Join us on Prime Video this Sunday, January 18th at 8pm eastern for SINNERS. Keep #HATM growing by sharing and we’ll see you soon!

Your 2nd favorite aircraft?

The Consolidated B-24 Liberator (1939) featured a larger bombload, longer range and higher speed than Boeing’s B-17. However, it also had a lower service ceiling and could prove a handful to fly. With almost 18,500 built, it was the most-produced heavy bomber in history. 📷 uk.airfix.com 🧵1/10

Let us all stand with Chairman Powell.

Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG... www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...

Heard a podcast interview with the author about this book and decided to check it out - just getting started. #Histbookchat #PhotoFriday #navalhistory

amazing how the entire machine can pivot within 24 hours. no need to slowly upsell the argument; just issue new marching orders

It is perhaps worth noting at this moment that Trump’s record of foreign policy belligerence has been one of brief spectacular violence which has no ambition beyond creating social media content and which has gone on to accomplish nothing. 🧵

What a difference a year makes.

An interesting note from Stillwell's bio of Willis Lee - while Lee was stationed in DC prior to US involvement in WW2/SWW, he became one of Nimitz's walking buddies. #Histbookchat #navalhistory

I'm just a casual reader - here are the books that I read in 2025 that stood out the most to me. First up, fiction

I don't recall when I picked this book up, but one of the books I'm currently reading. #Histbookchat #PhotoFriday

The #Panthers’ offense couldn’t get it going on Sunday against the Seahawks. They’ll get a mulligan in the most meaningful game of the regular season on Saturday. Against the Bucs, the offense needs to be find its footing before a potential playoff run: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...

I've almost finished this one. Dunn argues that there was a third 100 day period in the FDR presidency - a time frame where FDR accelerated US defense spending and significantly increased the US commitment to supporting the UK prior to full US involvement in WW2/SWW. #PhotoFriday #Histbookchat

#histbookchat My latest piece in The Perfect Voice about a man who lived his life in the knowledge that one day he would lose his life for the sake of the rule of law: Giovanni Falcone - thks to Mister Banerjee @shoumojitb.bsky.social & his red editing pen! www.theperfectvoice.in/post/the-jud...

I found some nice books under the Christmas tree... #Histbookchat

The ongoing Make-A-Wish Foundation that is the Trump Presidency reaches its Mahan stage.

I'm enjoying reading this biography of one of the leading US Admirals from WW2/SWW. Added bonus - a copy signed by the author. #PhotoFriday #Histbookchat

Episode 48: Elon Musk, Part 2 Over the course of several years, the richest man in the world lost his mind. His biographer didn’t seem to notice.

When illegal slave ships were intercepted by British, French, Portuguese and other antislavery patrols in the 1800s, African captives were not freed - they were sent into indentured servitude. More than 700,000 souls. It’s a huge story in the history of abolition.

The New Netherland Institute announces a new, semester-long fellowship to study the Dutch in/and the American Revolution. Applications are due 2/1/26. For more information and to apply, visit www.newnetherlandinstitute.org/application/... Image: St Eustatius, View of Fort Orange, ca. 1860.

What does the #Panthers’ loss to the Saints mean for their playoff hopes? Explaining the updated road to the postseason and offering up takeaways from the letdown in New Orleans: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...

I'm enjoying Rick Atkinson's The Fate of the Day - I enjoyed this story that helped to bring Baron von Steuben to life... #Histbookchat

I'm guessing the differences are pretty significant, but would appreciate any input on the differences between naval gunfire (anti-shipping) and land-based artillery (indirect fire). The extent of my experience is firing 60mm and 81mm mortars in training, so it's clear it's not my field.

Mike Jackson has been everything the #Panthers could have asked for as a No. 2 cornerback over the past two years. He averages a pass breakup per game, and he's chasing Jaycee Horn for the team lead in interceptions: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...

Tre'von Moehrig is back to help punch the #Panthers' ticket to the postseason. How the safety handled his suspension and how he is preparing to lead Carolina to success down the stretch: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...

The #Panthers are 10-4 in one-score games under Dave Canales. Sure, they'd love for less drama in the fourth quarter of games. But they tend to thrive when it's to time to close things out. Why Canales and the locker room think they "finish" well: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...

Damien Lewis is having a career year and a Pro Bowl trajectory as the #Panthers continue to ascend under Dave Canales. Offensive coordinator Brad Idzik explains why the veteran lineman is excelling as a pass protector and run blocker: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...

THREAD: Understanding what the Bucs' loss to the Falcons meant for the #Panthers' playoff aspirations: www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/c...

December feels like an appropriate month to read about the Battle of Fredericksburg. #PhotoFriday #Histbookchat

Next week is Project Gemini week! Apollo 13 co-author Jeffre Kluger joins us to chat about his new book, Gemini: Stepping Stone to the Moon. And then we have @andysaunders-1.bsky.social joining us to discuss Gemini and Mercury Remastered. @stmartinspress.bsky.social @penguinbooksuk.bsky.social

2025 was a great year of reading making this a very difficult exercise. Some recommendations by folks on here made the list! My latest⬇️

What I’m hearing at the winter meetings about how teams view CJ Abrams, plus more remarks from new manager Blake Butera about his thoughts on Abrams and the team’s goals for 2026:

Movie you've watched more than six times with a gif. Hard mode: No Star Wars or Trek, LOTR or Marvel

Today is the Hall of Fame Contemporary Baseball Era Committee vote in Orlando, with results announced 6 pm ET. Here’s my introduction to this ballot, with links to the 8 candidate profiles to follow blogs.fangraphs.com/election-sea...

Will we finally get to see Coyote vs Acme? Find out in our new episode all about Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner. open.spotify.com/episode/4KMO...