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“Never did I imagine hands on me, and let alone being put on the ground,” said Alex Padilla, California’s first Latino senator, in an interview this week.

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The Tucker-Cruz interview is two hours long but this is my favorite line so far

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For Trump, a military conflict with Iran would distract from: -Sinking poll numbers -A devastating (and unpopular) budget bill -Harmful trade wars -Unleashing the military on American soil -Millions of people protesting his authoritarianism We must remain on high alert. [Cartoon by Adam Zyglis]

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This is as big a lie as anything the Bush folks said in 2003. Demonstrably false.

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The editorial board of a publication in Sen. Mike Lee's home state of Utah called on him to apologize for his posts about the Minnesota shootings, writing that they “were unacceptable for anyone, let alone from a member of the Senate.”

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Free press advocates said Alistair Kitchen’s detention and removal was yet another sign that “we are becoming a police state.”

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A man in Tennessee was arrested and charged with attempted kidnapping after police said he scaled a wall and knocked on Memphis Mayor Paul Young's door while armed with a Taser and wearing gloves.

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Calm down…

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On Juneteenth, we celebrate freedom and recommit ourselves to the work that remains undone. We remember that even in the darkest hours, there is cause to hope for tomorrow’s light.

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Meiselas: And now, the little engine that could—the one people said could never happen—the MeidasTouch Network has hit 5 million subscribers, 33 million views every 48 hours, more views than Fox News and any cable news network… we are so grateful to share this moment with you all.

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LA DODGERS just now: “This morning, ICE agents came to Dodger Stadium and requested permission to access the parking lots. They were denied entry to the grounds by the organization. Tonight’s game will be played as scheduled.” Right on, Dodgers! More of this, please.

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ICE denied U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) entry into it’s facility in Chicago.

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Today we honor Juneteenth, a reminder that freedom was fought for, not given. We must honor the past by continuing to fight every day for justice, truth, and equality.

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Juneteenth calls us to understand the realities of our past, celebrate the resilience and achievements of Black Americans, and align the course of our country toward its founding creed of liberty and justice for all. Wishing everyone a meaningful Juneteenth!

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Happy Juneteenth! Today commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. It’s a day to celebrate Black strength, resiliency, and joy. But as Trump tries to reverse progress, we all need to recognize how his cruelty disproportionately impacts Black Americans. 1/

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Proud Boys with badges.

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Wow. California Sen. Alex Padilla is wrestled and detained by federal officers after showing up to DHS Sec. Kristi Noem's press conference in LA. (video from Bill Melugin of Fox News)

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Such a sweet smile.

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House Dems are demanding that Noem testify before Congress after Sen. Padilla was detained by federal agents at her DHS press conference in LA.

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"Please continue peacefully protesting": Sen. Padilla after forced removal from DHS presser

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This is quite literally risking a nuclear war. The US has to exert leverage to keep our allies in check, and every member of Congress should be appalled. I will always be an outspoken opponent of unjust war and in Congress would consistently vote against arming madmen like Netanyahu.

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On the same day as President Trump’s military parade in D.C., thousands of people are expected to protest what they call his dangerous brand of authoritarianism.

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🔥 The court just confirmed what we all know — the military belongs on the battlefield, not on our city streets. This win is not just for California, but the nation. It’s a check on a man whose authoritarian tendencies are increasing by the day. End the illegal militarization of Los Angeles now!

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MAGA Nazis in their own words: They want to end democracy and make Trump a God-like dictator with unlimited power to kill his enemies MAGA is a fascist death cult. They fantasize about Trump giving the order to kill Democrats. Believe them. Every American needs to see this.

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These are the people that make America great 🇲🇽🇺🇸

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Newsom: "Speaker Johnson -- his eloquence was elevated when he called to 'tar and feather' the governor of California. Very religious man. I guess that's the spirit. The word of the Lord."

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A document circulated to members of Congress misinterprets studies and cites debunked research, scientists say. It could influence congressional perceptions of vaccine safety.

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SHUT. IT. DOWN. A senator was dragged out of a press conference for standing up for his constituents and against fascism. Watch how your representatives and senators respond to their own colleague being treated like this. That'll show you how they'll react when it's you on the ground.

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This is a lie. We all saw the video. The Senator clearly identified himself, and he did not "lunge" toward anyone. If these miserable propagandists will lie to you about roughing up a U.S. Senator in a room full of reporters, what won't they lie to you about?

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Trump Medicaid cuts could devastate rural health services, hospitals warn reut.rs/4k7F3iV

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It is actually nuts that even when the NYC political establishment was presented with a broad field of talented candidates w/ many ideas, in a time of generational change & anti-corruption, they STILL chose to line up behind scandal-ridden Andrew Cuomo. It’s cowardice.

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Today they have crossed a deep red line. We, the people, must hold the president and his appointees accountable for this outrageous abuse against American liberty.

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This is absolutely insane, and criminal. Everyone, especially a Senator representing the state, has a right to speak out. The fact that the agents felt protected in acting this way says everything. We’re quickly traversing a dangerous path

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ICE TRIED TO ROLL OUT IN Manhattan-New Yorkers said "NAH" AND SENT THEM BACK INSIDE!!

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My friends, it's not just happening in a galaxy far, far away.

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Padilla: If this is how DHS responds to a senator with a question you can only imagine what they're doing to farm workers, to cooks, to day laborers out in the Los Angeles community and throughout California.

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Spread the word and join a rally -- NO KINGS IN THE USA!!!

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Worker to ICE agent at a workplace raid: “And here’s my bag of f*cks.”

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👇👇

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Listening to the asshole @SpeakerJohnson just blame Senator Padilla makes a few things clear. 1st - He uses God and religion to justify lying. 2nd - IT IS TIME FOR A NATIONAL STRIKE. AMERICANS SHOULD CALL IN SICK AND SHOULD STOP SPENDING MONEY ON ANYTHING BUT NECESSITIES.

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How and where will Iran retaliate? Will Iran’s nuclear talks with the US continue? What is Israel’s ultimate objective? Find out the answers to these questions and more here: https://on.ft.com/3Zx4m6l

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I am ashamed of this country. We are supposed to be a melting pot of cultures. Celebrating eachother and our differences. I am sick to my stomach.

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Nadiya Hussain reveals BBC’s axed her cookery show, adding: ‘As a Muslim woman, I work in an industry that doesn't always support people like me or recognise my talent or full potential.There's a lot of gaslighting, making me feel like what's actually happening isn't happening.’

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Today is Naksa Day, a day of commemoration for the hundreds of thousands of Palestinians who were killed and expelled from their homes 58 years ago. Lasting peace means acknowledging atrocities. By carrying our ancestors’ stories and pain, we can strive for a better future for our descendants.

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