California Democrats may redistrict the state to pick up 5-7 new seats, overnight Senate Republicans passed a package to codify DOGE cuts, Trump fires an Epstein prosecutor, and mass protests planned
Newsom is meeting the moment. Now let the other Dems follow and stop focusing on strongly worded letter campaigns. Disappointed that the Sen Dems didn't hold the line more to run out the clock on the recissions package. 9 billion dollars of cuts was a win we needed.
Little knownfact, Hitler wrote letters to all the leaders of countries he invaded and offered to return the land to the people of that country but they were coatched to refuse by the Jews in London, who prompted Churchill to get America involved in the war
Try the search bar. The part on Jews demand he get America to join the war, I have not yet looked up, but it was documented.
The site was called "Hollow Hoax". A trove of relevant and supported info. The owner James Steward from eastern Canada was getting up in years, hope he gave his info to someone trustworthy.
Try this in search bar:
Jews urged Churhill to get America nvolved in WWII lots to bury through.
100%. And while he works the political machinery, we the people need to make sure that the 2026 elections are fair and accurate.I’m gonna keep posting this idea: return to paper ballots with neutral oversight.
And, while I’m at it is there anyway to expedite the release of the Epstein files so that Trump doesn’t find a solution through his predictable use of delay?
For the record, all Dems and independents voted no. Because 1 Dem Senator was hospitalized, she missed the final vote. It was 51-48. Tom Tillis (R) also went back to supporting Trump.
Dems did what they could. Both HB1 (OBBBA) and this one (HR4) were able to go by simple majority due to budget rules in the Senate.
You know... I keep wondering... The GOP keep pushing for "giving more power to the states". Fine. How about all the states that contribute the lion share to the taxes and to the economy (California, New York, etc.) just say "Fine, we are keeping our money and only maybe giving it to our friends. Maybe." And leave it at that.
The feds have the money so it came from these states for that reason he cannot repurpose it and must return it to the states to fund their new responsiblity, for which most are eager to finally have a say what they want taught and what text books they can use. The selfish states who have more population understandable, but we all share in many respects, WE all have strengths and weaknesses. Iif you want separate borders maybe we should all succeed and form our little borders and get the feds out of our busines. Get tRump off our collective arses. Otherwise they feds are dictating a loss of freedom, and could not cross borders to evict good citizens and helpful immigrants. This is a choice and some states have been planning it for along time.
This color prejudice reminds me of Gaza, we are next folks, get with it. Trump bows to Netanyahu. Can't you see the light?
This. Exactly. I say we stop being a net donor state. Let's contribute exactly as much as ee give and allocate the withheld funding to state infrastructure projects and give the contracts to businesses that are headquartered and only operate in Massachusetts.
It's time to stop being a piggy-bank to red states.
Let them find or make their own bootstraps and haul themselves up by those.
We have plenty of worthy goals to make Massachusetts a stronger state than it already is.
And I really object to my tax dollars going to fund one fucking particular flavor of religious MYTHOLOGY being privileged and taught as fact to impressionable children.
The First Amendment CLEARLY states:
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."
The Executive branch isn't mentioned because it doesn't have the authority and never has.
Let's make Massachusetts a net-neutral state. For every federal cent we receive, Massachusetts gives one.
Not one cent more.
And keep a damned close accounting. Right now, we're running a 108-million-dollar deficit in addition to the already-established net donor imbalance.
Yep. California’s funding is being cut by 811-939 million. Absolutely bonkers in its lawless breadth and cruelty. Newsom and Bonta have sued/are suing, but considering our current GOP SCOTUS and their recent lawless decisions upholding Trump’s theft of our already-congressionally allocated education funds, I no longer have any illusions that we will be successful.
Therefore, since our tax dollars are literally being stolen from us, effectively reducing our large[est] donor state to taxation without representation, it is not only our right, but our responsibility, to withold our tax dollars from the federal government. Newsom is already looking at how to redraw congressional maps in our state (to counter what the GOP is doing in TX and OH). I hope he is also looking at ways to keep all of our tax monies in our state.
We prefer to welcome anybody who comes here seeking asylum, so that they don't become homeless- that people complain about too. Or end up in the ER, on a bench etc
This isn't just Mexicans
Origin of Arrivals:
The majority of asylum seekers arriving in Chicago since August 2022 are from Latin America, Asia, Eastern Europe, the Caribbean, and Africa. seeking refuge from unstable economic and political conditions in their home countries
And hold our tax money. It’s ours and our federal services are being cut from social security to education and vaccines. We have the right to hold our tax money until these services are restored.
California playing chess while Texas counts guns. Honestly, it’s about time Democrats stopped bringing tote bags to a knife fight. If Republicans want to gerrymander the country into a Red Kingdom, it’s fair game to redraw the board. Spare me the pearl-clutching about fairness. This isn't idealism hour. It’s survival.
As for firing Maurene Comey with no explanation while Trump’s Epstein panic spreads like swamp gas, let’s not pretend it’s subtle. They’re trying to bury a crater. The harder they push, the more obvious it becomes.
And if you're still confused why John Lewis matters today, just look at who’s trying to erase his legacy.
The GOP has been playing dirty and cheating for a long time. It's time we rethink the high road and fight fire with fire. I like to see Newsome standing up to them, and I hope other blue states take his example. Withholding taxes to help those Trump refuses to help is the only way I can see where the message is loud and clear. A president or member of the Senate and Congress are in Washington to represent ALL the people - there are Dems, GOP and Independents in every state, and all are part of the UNITED STATES.
I can't express how much I love the Governor of California Governor Gavin Newsom. We need so many more democrat Governors to step up and start fighting against the Trump regime.
California is my home. I was forced to move during the pandemic and I can't wait to move home. I am so proud of Newsom and always have been. All my neighbors who hated him over the years can eat shxt!
That's DemocratIC governors. Using "Democrat" where "Democratic" applies is a slur begun by Rush Limbaugh and carried to the extreme by the ISP (illegitimate, so-called "President.")
Californian here - Yes We Love Gavin Newsom especially his new tougher fighting side - BTW The GOP’s slur is designed to emphasize the part of the word “Democrat” that has “rat” in it - the evil racist divisive Senator Joe McCarthy in the 1950s started this but yes evil Rush Limbaugh (hopefully burning in hell at this moment) reactivated it use - those who use the word sound absolutely stupid because “Democrat” is a noun (such as a person or thing like a chair) and “Democratic” is an adjective which modifies (or refers to) a noun (like the word “Orange” in “Orange chair” the chair is the noun & Orange is the adjective) - so when these Moron GOP folks say “DemocRat Senator” they sound like uneducated idiots (because you have 2 nouns there) instead of “Democratic Senator” which properly has an adjective & a noun modified by that adjective - anyway my Mom was a teacher so sorry for this overkill explanation but it always irritates me - Joy Reid ALWAYS corrects anyone who came on her show & used “Democrat” in its slur form - now Joy is on Substack thankfully !
Oh I love California’s move! Just matching the energy! I just can’t wait for tables to turn when democrats get to use all the policies this administration has put in place (it will happen one day - nothing lasts forever, this madness no exception)! And I expect no demure behavior from dems - forget classy! We need to let them taste their own medicine, more like shove it down their throats!
It’s about time the democrats play their game. Redistrict and don’t let them cheat. Way go democrats. Finally not sitting back and waiting while the republicans destroy our elections and democracy. Fight!💪💪💪💪💙💙💙💙
(2) Unfortunately, my state of Ohio is also planning to do some more illicit redistricting. Our districts were adjudged illegal seven times by our Ohio Supreme Court. Now they are planning more of the same. Ohio is so corrupted by the Republicans, who viciously have fought the reality that we are actually a purple state. They boxed in the Dems and are planning more mischief. I certainly hope that Calif. can outplay them as well as Texas and what other state will consider trying this scam.
The good news is that gerrymandering will go to SCOTUS. And THIS time, it will make their little conservative heads twirl.
SCOTUS has been making bad decisions lately. trump has won the last six rulings I think. We need SCOTUS to stick with the constitution. They have to know this isn’t what the writers of the Constitution wanted at all. We need to get together in the midterms. trump just threw his supporters under the bus saying he doesn't need their support. Dumb ass.
He calls soldiers and vets "losers." He calls MAGAs who want the files he promised "stupid." How long can he kick them around before they figure out that it's abuse? FYI, I saw 10 min. of The Apprentice and wondered the same thing about the contestants.
Gotta fight fire with fire. While I disagree with redistricting and gerrymandering without reason, Democrats have to play dirty just like the Republicans do. You get nothing done if you don’t punch back.
Yay for Newsom's brilliant strikes!!! I, in Texas, am ever so grateful for whatever he can do to offset Abbott's overgrab (beyond overreach). Thank you, Aaron, for making my day with this bit of news.
Newsom is meeting the moment. Now let the other Dems follow and stop focusing on strongly worded letter campaigns. Disappointed that the Sen Dems didn't hold the line more to run out the clock on the recissions package. 9 billion dollars of cuts was a win we needed.
100% Newscom is meeting the moment. We must fight fire with fire to save this democracy.
Europe is with you ✌️🇺🇸
MASSIVE PROTESTS UNTIL NAZI TRUMP REMOVED ‼️
I used to think I would suffer from brain fog for the rest of my life..."𝐛𝐮𝐭" this changed everything.... https://t.co/QdYnaMmgVz
Little knownfact, Hitler wrote letters to all the leaders of countries he invaded and offered to return the land to the people of that country but they were coatched to refuse by the Jews in London, who prompted Churchill to get America involved in the war
Hitler was a evil LIAR AND MURDERER.
I'll fact check here in Europe.
and you know this how
It was well documented at a web site that was run off the internet. Found this in an instant with lots more, that truth needs reseaching.
https://www.quora.com/Why-didnt-Churchill-make-a-peace-deal-with-Hitler-although-Hitler-tried-several-times-for-it?no_redirect=1
Try the search bar. The part on Jews demand he get America to join the war, I have not yet looked up, but it was documented.
The site was called "Hollow Hoax". A trove of relevant and supported info. The owner James Steward from eastern Canada was getting up in years, hope he gave his info to someone trustworthy.
Try this in search bar:
Jews urged Churhill to get America nvolved in WWII lots to bury through.
Yes
100%. And while he works the political machinery, we the people need to make sure that the 2026 elections are fair and accurate.I’m gonna keep posting this idea: return to paper ballots with neutral oversight.
And, while I’m at it is there anyway to expedite the release of the Epstein files so that Trump doesn’t find a solution through his predictable use of delay?
Absolutely right!!!
For the record, all Dems and independents voted no. Because 1 Dem Senator was hospitalized, she missed the final vote. It was 51-48. Tom Tillis (R) also went back to supporting Trump.
Dems did what they could. Both HB1 (OBBBA) and this one (HR4) were able to go by simple majority due to budget rules in the Senate.
California is a DONOR STATE. Red states better realize where their funding comes from
You know... I keep wondering... The GOP keep pushing for "giving more power to the states". Fine. How about all the states that contribute the lion share to the taxes and to the economy (California, New York, etc.) just say "Fine, we are keeping our money and only maybe giving it to our friends. Maybe." And leave it at that.
I live in a donor state, Massachusetts, and Trump cut $108 million of money for education that was already allocated to us by the federal government.
For every dollar we give to the federal government, we get sixty cents.
We could have kept that money and spent it on our own children but no … we have to pay for other states to teach their children creationism.
I'm in AZ, a purple swing state and he cut $188million to schools.
The feds have the money so it came from these states for that reason he cannot repurpose it and must return it to the states to fund their new responsiblity, for which most are eager to finally have a say what they want taught and what text books they can use. The selfish states who have more population understandable, but we all share in many respects, WE all have strengths and weaknesses. Iif you want separate borders maybe we should all succeed and form our little borders and get the feds out of our busines. Get tRump off our collective arses. Otherwise they feds are dictating a loss of freedom, and could not cross borders to evict good citizens and helpful immigrants. This is a choice and some states have been planning it for along time.
This color prejudice reminds me of Gaza, we are next folks, get with it. Trump bows to Netanyahu. Can't you see the light?
This. Exactly. I say we stop being a net donor state. Let's contribute exactly as much as ee give and allocate the withheld funding to state infrastructure projects and give the contracts to businesses that are headquartered and only operate in Massachusetts.
It's time to stop being a piggy-bank to red states.
Let them find or make their own bootstraps and haul themselves up by those.
We have plenty of worthy goals to make Massachusetts a stronger state than it already is.
And I really object to my tax dollars going to fund one fucking particular flavor of religious MYTHOLOGY being privileged and taught as fact to impressionable children.
The First Amendment CLEARLY states:
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."
The Executive branch isn't mentioned because it doesn't have the authority and never has.
Let's make Massachusetts a net-neutral state. For every federal cent we receive, Massachusetts gives one.
Not one cent more.
And keep a damned close accounting. Right now, we're running a 108-million-dollar deficit in addition to the already-established net donor imbalance.
I live in CA and stopped taking Federal taxes out of my checks. I’m just one person but if everyone did this it would be felt.
I’ll decide when/if I’ll pay these taxes in April.
You are so right Nancy, I’m a Massachusetts resident too so I hear you neighbor!
Yep. California’s funding is being cut by 811-939 million. Absolutely bonkers in its lawless breadth and cruelty. Newsom and Bonta have sued/are suing, but considering our current GOP SCOTUS and their recent lawless decisions upholding Trump’s theft of our already-congressionally allocated education funds, I no longer have any illusions that we will be successful.
Therefore, since our tax dollars are literally being stolen from us, effectively reducing our large[est] donor state to taxation without representation, it is not only our right, but our responsibility, to withold our tax dollars from the federal government. Newsom is already looking at how to redraw congressional maps in our state (to counter what the GOP is doing in TX and OH). I hope he is also looking at ways to keep all of our tax monies in our state.
Ignore SCOTUS. What're they going to do, write a strongly-worded scolding?
That majority nuked its own credibility when it overturned Roe v. Wade, and has done exactly fuck-all to re-earn it.
YES!!!
California, New York, and Illinois need to shut off the tap to these welfare states.
We prefer to welcome anybody who comes here seeking asylum, so that they don't become homeless- that people complain about too. Or end up in the ER, on a bench etc
This isn't just Mexicans
Origin of Arrivals:
The majority of asylum seekers arriving in Chicago since August 2022 are from Latin America, Asia, Eastern Europe, the Caribbean, and Africa. seeking refuge from unstable economic and political conditions in their home countries
Blue States are Maker States, Red States are Taker States
Yes we are like New York and the red states will soon find out and they can thank gop republicans!!!
And hold our tax money. It’s ours and our federal services are being cut from social security to education and vaccines. We have the right to hold our tax money until these services are restored.
California playing chess while Texas counts guns. Honestly, it’s about time Democrats stopped bringing tote bags to a knife fight. If Republicans want to gerrymander the country into a Red Kingdom, it’s fair game to redraw the board. Spare me the pearl-clutching about fairness. This isn't idealism hour. It’s survival.
As for firing Maurene Comey with no explanation while Trump’s Epstein panic spreads like swamp gas, let’s not pretend it’s subtle. They’re trying to bury a crater. The harder they push, the more obvious it becomes.
And if you're still confused why John Lewis matters today, just look at who’s trying to erase his legacy.
TAKE TO THE STREETS! CALL REPS! PITCH LOUD FITS!
Call reps, mine Burchett was in town, YES, he only had a PHONE telethon, no live audience. This tells you something about his orange colors.
Sounds like his color is yellow!
The GOP has been playing dirty and cheating for a long time. It's time we rethink the high road and fight fire with fire. I like to see Newsome standing up to them, and I hope other blue states take his example. Withholding taxes to help those Trump refuses to help is the only way I can see where the message is loud and clear. A president or member of the Senate and Congress are in Washington to represent ALL the people - there are Dems, GOP and Independents in every state, and all are part of the UNITED STATES.
Since Reagan, Gingrich and McConnell—the destruction of Democracy trio
Well written, Sir!
I can't express how much I love the Governor of California Governor Gavin Newsom. We need so many more democrat Governors to step up and start fighting against the Trump regime.
I am so proud of my governor! Let’s hope this begins a wave of state Dems standing in solidarity!
California is my home. I was forced to move during the pandemic and I can't wait to move home. I am so proud of Newsom and always have been. All my neighbors who hated him over the years can eat shxt!
That's DemocratIC governors. Using "Democrat" where "Democratic" applies is a slur begun by Rush Limbaugh and carried to the extreme by the ISP (illegitimate, so-called "President.")
Californian here - Yes We Love Gavin Newsom especially his new tougher fighting side - BTW The GOP’s slur is designed to emphasize the part of the word “Democrat” that has “rat” in it - the evil racist divisive Senator Joe McCarthy in the 1950s started this but yes evil Rush Limbaugh (hopefully burning in hell at this moment) reactivated it use - those who use the word sound absolutely stupid because “Democrat” is a noun (such as a person or thing like a chair) and “Democratic” is an adjective which modifies (or refers to) a noun (like the word “Orange” in “Orange chair” the chair is the noun & Orange is the adjective) - so when these Moron GOP folks say “DemocRat Senator” they sound like uneducated idiots (because you have 2 nouns there) instead of “Democratic Senator” which properly has an adjective & a noun modified by that adjective - anyway my Mom was a teacher so sorry for this overkill explanation but it always irritates me - Joy Reid ALWAYS corrects anyone who came on her show & used “Democrat” in its slur form - now Joy is on Substack thankfully !
Oh I love California’s move! Just matching the energy! I just can’t wait for tables to turn when democrats get to use all the policies this administration has put in place (it will happen one day - nothing lasts forever, this madness no exception)! And I expect no demure behavior from dems - forget classy! We need to let them taste their own medicine, more like shove it down their throats!
Give them a loading dose of their own medicine.
It’s about time the democrats play their game. Redistrict and don’t let them cheat. Way go democrats. Finally not sitting back and waiting while the republicans destroy our elections and democracy. Fight!💪💪💪💪💙💙💙💙
(1) I LOVE what California is planning to do.
(2) Unfortunately, my state of Ohio is also planning to do some more illicit redistricting. Our districts were adjudged illegal seven times by our Ohio Supreme Court. Now they are planning more of the same. Ohio is so corrupted by the Republicans, who viciously have fought the reality that we are actually a purple state. They boxed in the Dems and are planning more mischief. I certainly hope that Calif. can outplay them as well as Texas and what other state will consider trying this scam.
The good news is that gerrymandering will go to SCOTUS. And THIS time, it will make their little conservative heads twirl.
SCOTUS has been making bad decisions lately. trump has won the last six rulings I think. We need SCOTUS to stick with the constitution. They have to know this isn’t what the writers of the Constitution wanted at all. We need to get together in the midterms. trump just threw his supporters under the bus saying he doesn't need their support. Dumb ass.
He calls soldiers and vets "losers." He calls MAGAs who want the files he promised "stupid." How long can he kick them around before they figure out that it's abuse? FYI, I saw 10 min. of The Apprentice and wondered the same thing about the contestants.
I never watched a second of the apprentice. I knew trump was a scumbag conman when he ripped off contractors. I’m a veteran too.
Mess with the bear…
About freaking time!
Go Newsom! ❤️
They better follow through with this if Abbot tries this nonsense. Nice to finally see dems stepping up and being creative in their responses.
Let's hold off on congratulations until Democrats actually do it.
Gotta fight fire with fire. While I disagree with redistricting and gerrymandering without reason, Democrats have to play dirty just like the Republicans do. You get nothing done if you don’t punch back.
Newsome as much as I don't care for him is at least hitting the Nazis where it hurts
Come on, California! Get it done! Save the country!
Yes!!! Come on, CA!!! Go, fight, win for the rest of us.
CA is inspiring all of us to fight for each other. I'm hoping my state WA starts to fight fire with fire.
I'm right there with you!!!
We're protesting in Indiana today too!!! 💪🏼
Excellent and it’s about time!❤️
Make sure you get some rest Aaron! :)
Yay for Newsom's brilliant strikes!!! I, in Texas, am ever so grateful for whatever he can do to offset Abbott's overgrab (beyond overreach). Thank you, Aaron, for making my day with this bit of news.
Good! The GOP is not playing fair. So, this is fair play!