The gang discuss Graham Platner, Operation Midway Blitz, a shakeup in ICE leadership, and use of facial recognition to determine legal status. Plus, updates on tariffs, public lands, and Tylenol. James’ Food Bank Fundraiser thread: https://bsky.app/profile/jamesstout.bsky.social/post/3m4eymwspn22i Sources: https://www.justice.gov/archives/opa/pr/justice-department-monitor-polls-24-states-compliance-federal-voting-rights-laws
The gang discuss Graham Platner, Operation Midway Blitz, a shakeup in ICE leadership, and use of facial recognition to determine legal status. Plus, updates on tariffs, public lands, and Tylenol.
James’ Food Bank Fundraiser thread: https://bsky.app/profile/jamesstout.bsky.social/post/3m4eymwspn22i
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