“They began banging hard on the door, tore off the cameras so we couldn’t see them, and eventually cut off our electricity.” When asked if she knew why federal agents were after her husband or if he had committed a crime, Barrón said, “No, never any crime..." www.click2houston.com/news/local/2...

"Trump’s ‘real numbers’ on private sector job growth are neither real nor numbers" www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddo...

Trump is letting homeowners get tricked. Debt collectors are buying up old home loans and demanding back interest, even when the debt was cancelled. If you can’t pay, they take your house. The CFPB was ready to crack down – but Trump is letting the scams continue.

🚨BREAKING: A top federal voting official is facing a call to step down after accusing Democrats of encouraging “open borders” and widespread voting by “illegal citizens,” because “they need the votes.” www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...

it's almost like they're ideas and plans aren't popular with the American people or something. www.washingtonpost.com/entertainmen...

During a press conference this week in Gary, Indiana, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem brazenly claimed no US citizens have been detained or arrested by ICE, and labeled any reporting to the contrary is “simply not true”. But Noem is ignoring the facts.

15 million Americans are going to lose their health care.

Yikes.

Kamala Harris on Jon Stewart's podcast: "I mean, are you fucking kidding me? This guy wants to create a ballroom for his rich friends while completely turning a blind eye to the fact that, that babies are going to starve when the SNAP benefits end in just hours from now?"

BREAKING NEWS: Today, two federal court rulings have protected access to food assistance for millions of Americans – including hundreds of thousands of Oregonians who rely on SNAP to help feed their families.

The decisions, issued in separate cases, block the Trump administration’s unlawful attempt to suspend or curtail SNAP benefits during the ongoing federal shutdown.

Reuters: U.S. JUDGE PERMANENTLY BLOCKS EXECUTIVE ORDER REQUIRING VOTERS TO SUBMIT PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP - COURT RULING

Will rising prices sink Trump and Republicans seeking reelection next year? Take my poll: https://robertreich.substack.com/p/office-hours-will-rising-prices-sink

Kristi Noem claims that ICE has not detained or arrested any US citizens. We're calling BS.

Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide in April, accused both Jeffrey Epstein and the former Prince Andrew of abuse.

Reporters blocked from key White House area without prior approval, citing structural changes and security concerns.

Forget about ghost stories this Halloween. Here's something truly terrifying: Lies about our economy that just won’t go away. Or as I call them, "zombie myths." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3vbYwZecFU

The Oregon DOJ is committed to protecting the Constitution and upholding the rule of law – that’s why we’re launching a Federal Oversight and Accountability Reporting Form. Find it here: app.smartsheetgov.com/b/form/2e2d2...

If you have concerns or information about possible actions that may violate individual rights or raise legal or constitutional concerns, we encourage you to share them. Your report helps us promote transparency, accountability, and protect the rights of Oregonians.

We will use your reports to document concerns, identify patterns, and better understand broader issues over time. While submitting a report may not result in a formal investigation or legal action, it supports ongoing efforts to promote federal oversight and accountability.

Driving more of our allies into the arms of China www.bbc.com/news/article...

The price tag is becoming clear for the Trump administration’s effort to keep coal power alive. The Campbell coal plant in Michigan, which was supposed to retire in May, is running under a federal order at a cost of $80 million for Midwestern consumers.

😳 "Running under a FEDERAL ORDER At a COST to Midwestern Consumers Of 👉 $ 80, 000, 000 MILLION 👈 Dollars" 🤨 🤷 🤨 🤷 🤨 🤷 🤨 🤷 🤨 🤷 🤨 🤷 🤨 🤷 🤨 🤷

The filibuster allows the minority party in the US Senate to block bills should they fail to reach 60 votes in favour.

This Halloween, don't let conservatives scare you into thinking that any public spending for the common good is "socialism." https://youtu.be/xq02yuY4wDQ?si=1pZ3aUVE7u452gtr

Allegation that Nigerian Christians face 'existential threat' seems to mirror contested claims by right-wing lawmakers.

"The goal is not only for Democrats to take back the House in 2026, but to regain control of Washington with sufficient numbers so that they can enact a national ban on gerrymandering that will stop this race to the bottom once and for all."

We want people to know: there are lawyers that are going to fight in court every single day to make sure that their rights are protected.

Our team made a strong case in trial this week why National Guard deployment is unlawful, unnecessary, and should be permanently stopped. We expect a ruling likely on Sunday. Read more about what happened and what's next, and stay tuned for updates.

Hours before SNAP, WIC, Head Start, and other critical benefits expire for millions of Americans, Donald Trump is attending a Halloween party at his private club in Florida.

The US government has been shut down for 30 days. Al Jazeera visualises where things stand right now.

Meanwhile in Russia: hosts and pundits discussed "the Trump doctrine," nuclear testing and the fact that this year, celebrating Halloween might lead to fines or jail time for some Russians. www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6nd...

The group said Russian attacks are inflicting 'devastating social, environmental and economic consequences' on Ukraine.

Trump's comments appear to contrast with his own early remarks, as US sends warships to the Caribbean.

"SVI not only stopped sending free replacements, but it also shut down its phone and email support system and reduced the amount of parts they have available in their inventory for purchase, according to a separate announcement on the company’s website." www.marketplace.org/story/2025/1...

Critics expressed alarm after government said it would totally suspend food aid programme utilised by 42 million people.

Republicans need to act now to make sure those benefits are available to people who depend on them. If they don’t, millions of children, seniors, and low-income Americans will go hungry ahead of the holidays.

this is insane. www.kivitv.com/canyon-count...

BREAKING from @fischler.bsky.social and @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social: Trump administration blocked from cutting off SNAP benefits as two judges issue orders. www.newsfromthestates.com/article/trum...

🔔🔔🔔 I'm continuing to ring the alarm bells because Trump's authoritarianism is already here, and we need to fight like hell to stop it!

It's weird how obsessed he is with Lincoln. Lincoln is ranked as the greatest president in US history while Trump is ranked the worst. Oh.

It's also weird how he thinks that the White House is his personal property to dispose of as he pleases. Oh. jennifermercieca.substack.com/p/ranking-th...

An authoritarian does as an authoritarian does jennifermercieca.substack.com/p/trump-is-o...

Trump's deportation policies are creating a damned-if-you-do-damned-if-you-don’t conundrum for millions of immigrants in the US, writes @sashaabramsky.bsky.social.

Halloween Shocker: Trump axes work to learn whether offshore wind farms harm bats. The project was among 351 federal awards recently slated for termination by the Energy Department. From our friends at @canarymedia.com:

BREAKING: A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must fund SNAP during the government shutdown. 6abc.com/post/judges-...

President Trump is refusing to use available funds to backfill the SNAP program & keep assistance going to millions of hungry children, seniors, & single parents. President Trump is using our most vulnerable neighbors as collateral. It's sick & it must end.