swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
But having ended so many wars, I guess he’s sort of running a credit he can spend…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
But having ended so many wars, I guess he’s sort of running a credit he can spend…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
And I want to depose the Fed who attended the “ interview” and the reporter who transcribed it.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I mean come on , any judge would take judicial notice of the fact that Trump, for all his many qualities, has never been “kind and cordial.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Steve! Sweetie! Have a cocktail and try to relax.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
@davidfrenchjag.bsky.social David- on a pardon “as remote as that possibility might be?” Surely you jest.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
So pparently the city with the highest crime rate is Memphis. So it would be great for Republican Senators Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty (who??) to appear with Trump and the usual suspects to deploy all those federal and Guard assets to invade the #1 crime city in their bright red state.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Somewhere, the shoe throwing guy is watching tv nodding his head. “Well played, young man. Well played.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Well, tomorrow should be a good day! Guard troops can head out to police pierogi vendors in MA…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Here’s an idea- hang out there. Don’t rush back.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Next week the merchant should smile at the professor, reach under the counter, and say “I’ve been waiting for you, neighbor. I prepared a very special pierogi just for you. Eat it in good health…”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Update: Duffy announces plan to export spent fuel rods from Moon nuclear plant to Mars, adding “we need to have other planets start to carry their fair share.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I guess Chairman Powell did not get the memo: when Trump starts lying (which you will immediately recognize by his lips moving), you are to nod, agree, call him Sir, and retreat into the background.
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Disgraceful
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
What’s that? Didn’t understand…Pardon me?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
“Get me one of those Paul Weiss guys”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
And an immediate “appeal” to POTUS?? 🙄
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
That she’s asking that question…maybe she knows something…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
How does 0 for 2 sound?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
It must be a great source of equanimity to answer questions from serious journalists with pure spitballing and bullshit, unmoored to facts, civility, respect, or consequence. Our president is a laughing stock. Oh- and way to go Sec. Rubio. You’re doing a heck of a job there Marco.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
What an embarrassment Trump is for our country.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
They were scalping tickets?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Like he has an attention span that could last for 2 weeks
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I think he used to discuss Iran and the bomb with his very smart, some would say brilliant, uncle. His uncle was always rendered speechless by his young nephew’s intelligence. Dumbfounded even. Tears came to his eyes.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I have never been closer to solving world hunger but closer isn’t exactly the same as close…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
The world’s greatest negotiator has cleverly told his potential WW3 adversary that he’s going to make a decision in 2 weeks. What could possibly go wrong?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
He’s backed up a little (so to speak) with infrastructure week.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Mo Larry and Pantload
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
“Oh I’ve got a very funny story about that!” “We’ll see…”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
And a sly and knowing grin on his countenance, @schumer.senate.gov reaches for his pen, the really good one…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Drinking a pina colada?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
May I also recommend the version of Under Pressure featuring Gail Ann Dorsey on the A Reality Tour LP??
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
@arimelber.bsky.social Ari- assuming the aircraft can be gifted to the United States, rather than to Trump, where does the US government get off transferring its asset to the Trump library at a future date? And if the condition of ”gift” is subsequent transfer, it ain’t no gift!
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
It is particularly ironic that the available video of “arrests” made by ICE et al show virtually all wearing masks of some sort. Yet in the outrageous packages of demands made of universities, one is that no protesters be permitted to wear any face covering.
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Maybe one of the Big Law firms who caved in to Trump will take on her case as part of their pro bono agreement. Let’s see, the executive fires someone employed by the legislative branch from an org they created. Think you can handle that challenge??
The New York Times (@nytimes.com) reposted
White smoke puffed from a chimney above the Sistine Chapel on Thursday, signaling that the 133 cardinals sequestered inside for two days have elected a new pope. Follow live updates. nyti.ms/4iRTk2c
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
HE is not what the Founders had in mind. smh
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Perhaps “permanently” isn’t the right word.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Name names or it didn’t happen
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Trip to El Salvador or a guest appearance on Fox?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Good Pinterest business: bumper stickers for Tesla owners. “I am so so sorry” “If I could afford it I would dump this for an E Bike”. “I bought this when he was just an eccentric turd”. “I can’t get out of my lease, but donate to AOC”
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I I know the “and if Obama did anything remotely like this” is tired and not particularly relevant, but ffs what this Republican Party will not just tolerate but enthusiastically endorse, is beyond insane. Long road home for ALL of you after le Grande Orange is no more.
Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) reposted
This story is fucking bonkers
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
And Trump’s thank you and “I won’t forget it” to the Chief was just for swearing him in. Not for the looming shit show and assault on Article III.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Dear Genius- perhaps more money is the answer…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Paging @grammargirl.bsky.social STAT!!
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Beg @jonstewartdaily.bsky.social to have him on next Monday?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
@atrupar.com
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Thoughts and prayers
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
I think I just heard @schumer.senate.gov say on @chrislhayes.bsky.social that “if Trump disregarded the Supreme Court” then we would be in a Constitutional crisis. Wake TF up Chuck! Disregarding a Dist Court or a Ct of App order is not a crisis? We are in a crisis NOW!!
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Great moments in the history of the Justice Department: facing down George Wallace in 1963, Elliott Richardson resigning rather than fire Archibald Cox, threatening anyone who touches a Tesla.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I was promised cheap eggs! And bacon!!
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Payback’s a bitch
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
This was humiliating and sophomoric Kabuki theatre. Not sure whose role was more pathetic- the pretend tough guy or the weasel trying to please daddy. So much winning!!
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
“Wha tha fu*k you say? I’m tha wat?”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Because it’s all about saving the taxpayers loads of $$$. Go ahead Elon- find that waste, fraud, and abuse! Good boy, Elon—good 🐩🐩🐩
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Trump, the master negotiator, is so embarrassingly transparent. His strategy is to assess which party will be the tougher one to deal with, side with that party, and publicly attack the perceived weaker party. Bad miscalculation. Though he at least confirms his lot in life as Putin’s boy.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
I get the sense that there was *not a wet eye* on the floor as Mitch said goodbye
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
They’ve chosen.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Nixon infamously responding to David Frost’s interview question in video: “when the President does it, that means that it is not illegal, by definition”. Trump now smirks, “hold my beer.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Reciprocal fights?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
No we cannot…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Apple fell very far…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I’d like to see a manager. I was promised cheap eggs and bacon.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Ahhh. Thanks. I guess my question should be to those who detained them with a threat of criminal charges for what seems like free speech.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Just out of curiosity , disagree, agree, condemn, or anything else, what “charges” could have been considered, much less preferred, for displaying a flag? Why would that be the AP headline?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Ok. 6:53 left in the game. It might be looking bleak now…but don’t count out Mahomes, especially with Trump pulling for him…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
That’s what I always thought, but doesn’t exactly rhyme with dammit
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
As in Will-A-Mit ? This is new to me too
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Next class of Kennedy Center honorees to include Kid Rock, Lee Greenwood, Tom Selleck, Joe Piscopo, and Karla Sofia Gascon.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Checks records…..it appears that Sen. (“I met with him privately and he assured me…”) Collins’ term is up and intends to run for re-election in 2026. Maine: please be guided accordingly.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Canada or Mexico?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
And I thought the SCOTUS concept of dealing with conflicts and recusals was a farce…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Around JD Vance?? Careful what you wish for…
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Fucking moron.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Nice beachfront property for the next Trump resort.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
I smell sanctions coming against Italy. Well, they might be directed to Venice until the big game hunter’s daddy is advised that Venice is not a country.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
So Sen. Cassidy voting to report RFK Jr out of committee has a more dressed up rationale of the Susan Collins, “he assured me that he would,,,,”
Fred Wellman (@fpwellman.bsky.social) reposted
I am begging every Democratic committee, PAC, and candidate to get control of your damn email program right now and stop sending tone deaf fundraising emails that have nothing to do with what's happening. Stop listening to focus groups from a month ago. Stop the 2 approved talking points.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Maybe Sen. Kim or Schatz will call a hearing and drag Musk, “BigBalls” and the rest of them in to ask them under oath what the fuck they’re doing.
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
It’s almost like he doesn’t have to worry about running for another term.
George Conway 👊🇺🇸🔥 (@gtconway.bsky.social) reposted
“First word of the Trump administration’s since-rescinded order to freeze spending on federal loans and grants came … from a woman working alone in her Brooklyn apartment. “Marisa Kabas’ scoop … was a key moment for … journalists who work independently to gather and analyze news.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Answer is self-evident. But Mark, there is something structurally wrong with a HC system that is reliant on for-profit insurance companies. They pay high $$ to executives, must show a profit, answer to shareholders, and lost in the shuffle are patients. The conflict makes it self-defeating.
Mark Cuban (@mcuban.bsky.social) reposted
If you are a small to med size business, would you rather buy health insurance from the big insurance companies, or from a new Non Profit Healthcare program offered by the biggest Unions ?
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
Way back two days ago, I thought the threat of defunding school districts which have the temerity to teach actual history was the most frightening of these stormtroopers in suits.
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To even mention DEI in same sentence as the tragic plane crash is overt racism or mysogony. Don’t pass it off as ignorance or shirking any responsibility. Call it what it is. And mainstream media types, ask him or his shill press secretary every MF day about the evidence he had to suggest DEI
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Who the fuck was badly hurt? Unless dead qualifies as “pretty badly hurt.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Would love to see you address the avalanche of “writ large” references by media members. 90% (improperly) as a synonym for “at large.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I love how seriously the Rs are in the RFK hearing. Some shockingly pointed questions: “will you pledge to work with my office to improve the quality of life for my constituents?”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
“p.s., will i DEFINITELY be paid through September?”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I really hope Pete runs and wins. But friendly tip—trying to trend #DoItPete really looks like 2 words not 3. But otherwise, hell yes!!
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Here I thought the university in Morningside Heights was in hot water
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Uh oh…. @mmpadellan.bsky.social
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
And what about “the war between Russia and Ukraine will end on day one of my presidency IF NOT BEFORE?”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
And, “I yield back”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
Pipe clean…. Never mind
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
I was promised cheap eggs! And bacon. And did I miss the war in Ukraine is over announcement??
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social) reply parent
“I mean how can FEMA say they’re doing a good job when I had to go down to Puerto Rico after Maria and toss out rolls of paper towels myself? ME! Though many people were saying no one had ever seen such good paper towel tossing from any other President.”
swampsofjersey.bsky.social (@swampsofjersey.bsky.social)
@howarddean.bsky.social can we start a GoFundMe for (the real) Howard Dean to get a decent camera? Or hire someone to clean the Vaseline off the one he uses?