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The Trump Presidency Timeline

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anti science

anti-vax fox takes over the henhouse

RFK Jr. proudly holding the banner of 'radical transparency'—also known as science fiction.

RFK Jr. proudly holding the banner of 'radical transparency'—also known as science fiction.

In the latest episode of 'Science, Who Needs It?', the Trump administration has ousted FDA's vaccine czar, Dr. Peter Marks, because nothing says 'commitment to public health' like replacing a renowned scientist with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the self-proclaimed czar of misinformation. Dr. Marks, who valiantly spearheaded Operation Warp Speed and probably saved more lives than RFK Jr.'s conspiracy newsletters, decided that pandering to anti-vaccine rhetoric wasn't on his to-do list. So, out he goes—because truth and transparency are clearly overrated.

Meanwhile, RFK Jr. is busy canceling NIH grants and inviting antivax 'experts' to debunk debunked theories. It's all part of his master plan to promote 'radical transparency'—in other words, serve misinformation on a silver platter. In the words of Dr. Paul Offit, 'it's like the fox guarding the henhouse,' but sure, let's trust the administration's new definition of 'strong leadership' while measles outbreaks bloom across Texas.

Source: npr.org

#anti-science#lawlessness
unconstitutional

trump's personal board game: you're fired!

The E. Barrett Prettyman U.S. Courthouse, where independent agencies go to lose their independence.

The E. Barrett Prettyman U.S. Courthouse, where independent agencies go to lose their independence.

In a decision that practically screams 'independence', the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has granted President Trump the power to fire Democratic members of independent agencies. Because nothing says checks and balances like letting Trump play musical chairs with the nation's labor and employment boards. Apparently, Trump needs the ability to hire and fire at will because of his deep commitment to accountability—after all, when you're in charge of the executive branch, it helps to have a bunch of yes-men on speed dial.

The ruling overturns nearly a century of precedent set by Humphrey's Executor, which was established to protect these agencies from becoming just another cog in the White House machine. But sure, let's just hand over the keys to the castle because Trump knows best, right? Now we wait as the case likely ascends to the Supreme Court, where the conservative majority seems eager to dismantle anything that stands in the way of executive overreach.

Source: npr.org

#unconstitutional#killing-democracy
fascism

trump: rewriting history one museum at a time

Welcome to the Smithsonian! Now featuring curated exhibits on what some *really* wish history looked like.

Welcome to the Smithsonian! Now featuring curated exhibits on what some *really* wish history looked like.

In a move worthy of its own museum exhibit on historical irony, President Trump has signed an executive order to 'restore' American history by dismantling any trace of 'divisive race-centered ideology' from the Smithsonian. Because nothing says unifying like banning discussions of race.

The order, charmingly titled 'Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,' mandates Vice President Vance and his merry band of revisionists to ensure that our nation's capital becomes a hub for sanitized narratives that celebrate the achievements of women—as long as they don't 'recognize men as women,' of course. In other words, history should be as whitewashed as a Florida textbook.

So, if you've been dying to see some Confederate statues polished up and re-erected, or perhaps a new collection celebrating the 'achievements' of Manifest Destiny, Trump's got you covered. But sure, it's those pesky educators and historians who are the real problem.

Source: npr.org

#fascism#killing-democracy
killing democracy

trump's education revolution: close it all down

Trump signing away your child's educational future, because who needs the Department of Education anyway?

Trump signing away your child's educational future, because who needs the Department of Education anyway?

Ah, Trump, the great educational visionary, has decided that the best way to improve American education is to simply erase the Department of Education. Because nothing says 'supporting students' like dismantling the very institution meant to help them. With Linda McMahon at the helm, these bold changes are practically guaranteed to bring about the same success that WWE brought to acting. In other words, chaos and nonsensical storytelling. While 63% of Americans might oppose this reckless dismantling, Trump and his new BFF, Elon Musk, seem to believe that state-level chaos and privatization are the ultimate answers. Who needs teachers and federal oversight when you can just 'let the states handle it', right? It's a common sense thing to do, if your sense of common is, well, uncommon.

Source: npr.org

#killing-democracy#anti-science#full-stupid
unconstitutional

trump's transgender troop tantrum thwarted

Trump, seen here departing Grand Foyer, probably muttering something about 'fake news' and 'unfair judges'.

Trump, seen here departing Grand Foyer, probably muttering something about 'fake news' and 'unfair judges'.

In another shocking twist that no one saw coming (except literally everyone), a federal judge has stepped in to halt Trump's latest attempt to kick transgender troops out of the military. Because nothing says 'support the troops' like trying to ban brave Americans willing to risk their lives, right? U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes handed out a reality check, slamming the administration's transparent effort to discriminate against its own service members. Trump's tantrum claims that transgender identity is harmful to military readiness. In other words, let's prioritize bigotry over actual merit and ability. But sure, let's pretend this isn't just another step in the administration's agenda to erase LGBTQ+ rights. At this rate, maybe Trump should consider banning good governance and the Constitution next.

Source: npr.org

#unconstitutional#anti-immigration#fascism
killing democracy

federal layoffs: making america unemployed again

Protesters at the Department of Education bravely hold signs as they brace for the inevitable tsunami of layoffs. You know it's bad when the megaphone becomes your best friend.

Protesters at the Department of Education bravely hold signs as they brace for the inevitable tsunami of layoffs. You know it's bad when the megaphone becomes your best friend.

In a move that surely screams 'winning', federal agencies are sharpening their axes as Trump's quest to 'optimize' the workforce rolls on. Because nothing says 'efficiency' like mass layoffs, the Department of Education is giving pink slips like they're going out of style, the Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to boot 80,000 employees, and the Social Security Administration is practically begging folks to jump ship. With Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) at the helm, we can rest assured that any semblance of rational governance is being rapidly erased. In other words, why spend money on competent staff and functioning programs when you can have a government run by tweets and tantrums? But sure, this is all in the name of better service for the American people. Next up, seances to contact the ghosts of fired workers for their opinions on 'future restructuring plans.'

Source: npr.org

#killing-democracy#forever-grifting
fascism

trump's war on diversity: block lifted, chaos resumes

Trump lands in Palm Beach to personally oversee the end of inclusivity, because who needs diversity when you have Mar-a-Lago?

Trump lands in Palm Beach to personally oversee the end of inclusivity, because who needs diversity when you have Mar-a-Lago?

In a shockingly consistent move for the Trump administration, an appeals court has decided to lift the block on Trump's executive orders that aim to eviscerate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Finally, someone is looking out for those truly underserved demographics: the privileged and the powerful.

Because nothing quite says 'democracy' like undermining initiatives that aim to address the impacts of systemic racism. In other words, why promote equity when you can just promote... well, anything else?

Let's not forget, these executive orders were penned on Trump's very first day back in the White House, because apparently nothing else was more pressing than making sure federal contractors aren't too inclusive. But sure, let's keep pretending it's all part of a larger strategy to 'align federal spending with the president's priorities.'

Source: npr.org

#fascism#unconstitutional
killing democracy

epa to the rescue: saving climate denial from the brink

The EPA building: where climate rules come to die for the sake of coal plant prosperity.

The EPA building: where climate rules come to die for the sake of coal plant prosperity.

In a bold move to protect the environment from... well, protection, the EPA, under Trump 2.0, has announced a rollback of 31 climate rules. Administrator Lee Zeldin hailed it as 'the greatest day of deregulation,' because nothing screams environmental stewardship like unleashing unregulated fossil fuel pollution. In other words, it's a great day if you're a coal plant, and a terrible one if you enjoy breathing. But fear not, the meticulously planned chaos will take time because, pesky federal laws require, you know, a process and public comments. So, while the EPA is busy reducing its own staff to ensure inefficiency, environmental advocates are already sharpening their legal knives to take down this Titanic of deregulation in court. But sure, let's pretend this is all about efficiency and not just another chapter in America's killing-democracy saga.

Source: npr.org

#killing-democracy#anti-science
anti science

epa's environmental catastrophe: deregulation spectacular

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin: The man who'd like to see how much pollution is too much pollution. Spoiler: It's a lot.

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin: The man who'd like to see how much pollution is too much pollution. Spoiler: It's a lot.

In a dazzling display of anti-science bravado, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the agency's master plan to dismantle over two dozen environmental regulations. Because nothing says 'we care about the planet' like an all-out assault on clean air and water. The EPA, in its infinite wisdom, hasn't quite decided how aggressively it will bulldoze environmental laws—whether it'll weaken or eradicate them completely—but hey, why rush these important decisions? In other words, Zeldin and his merry band of deregulators are driving a dagger into the heart of climate policy, all in the noble pursuit of cheaper living and 'unleashing' American energy. But sure, let's ignore the pesky details about increased pollution, cancer, and asthma rates. After all, what's a few more health risks when the goal is economic chaos?

Source: npr.org

#anti-science#killing-democracy#lawlessness
corruption

trump's education 'reform': less money, more chaos

Trump administration's new education policy: Who needs a Department of Education anyway?

Trump administration's new education policy: Who needs a Department of Education anyway?

In a move that screams 'America First', the Trump administration has decided that fewer people should be responsible for overseeing civil rights in schools, administering student loans, and tracking student achievement. After all, who needs oversight when you have gutsy leadership that wants to eliminate the Department of Education entirely? Because nothing says 'efficient government' like firing half the staff responsible for ensuring educational equity and opportunity. Meanwhile, in a valiant effort to save taxpayers from the horrors of learning, Trump has cut $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University, citing their failure to protect Jewish students. In other words, federal funding is now a tool for ideological retribution, not educational support. And let's not forget the grand plan to dismantle the Education Department altogether—a plan so bold that only Congress can execute it, if they ever stop laughing long enough to notice.

Source: npr.org

#lawlessness
killing democracy

learning loss: trump-style efficiency in education

Nothing captures the spirit of educational reform better than a man walking past the soon-to-be ghost town of the U.S. Department of Education.

Nothing captures the spirit of educational reform better than a man walking past the soon-to-be ghost town of the U.S. Department of Education.

In an audacious move towards 'efficiency', the Trump administration has decided to take a chainsaw to the U.S. Department of Education, slashing nearly 50% of its workforce. That's right, because nothing spells commitment to education like firing the very people who ensure students aren't discriminated against, especially those with disabilities. In other words, goodbye civil rights enforcement, hello 'self-directed learning'.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon assures us that resources will now be directed where they 'matter most': students, parents, and teachers. Of course, it's hard to provide resources when over a thousand positions are cut and another 600 employees were nudged towards retirement. But sure, let's pretend the remaining few can handle it all. As union leaders find themselves out of jobs, one can only wonder how effectively these 'political games' are preparing America's future generations: for chaos and understaffing, it appears.

Source: npr.org

#killing-democracy#lawlessness
money

Golfing While the Nation Pays: A Masterclass in Absurdity

President dumb shit keeps wasting more taxpayer money on his stupid fucking golf trips

President dumb shit keeps wasting more taxpayer money on his stupid fucking golf trips

Donald Trump’s latest golf spree has extracted a jaw-dropping $18 million+ from taxpayers, proving once again that his favorite pastime is dollar-sign-distracted vacationing while Americans work to pay the bills. Only 48 days into office, he’s already chalked up more green time than most zebra-striped greens—14 days on the links, folks! Meanwhile, he promises he's too 'busy' to swing a club on official trips, a claim made while racking up costs that could fund a small army, or at least a decent daycare. As if we needed further proof of the stunning hypocrisy of an elite enjoying leisure on the public's dime while pretending to lead.

#money
anti immigration

Polygraphs: The DHS's Clumsy Attempt at Accountability

The Department of Homeland Security logo.

The Department of Homeland Security logo.

In a spectacular show of bureaucratic incompetence, the Department of Homeland Security has decided that the way to combat leaks is to strap employees to a lie detector like it’s a scene straight out of a bad spy flick. Are they really so clueless that they think dampening employee morale with invasive polygraph tests will solve their issues with transparency? Meanwhile, Secretary Noem’s idea of accountability starts and ends with pointing fingers at ‘leakers’ instead of addressing the systemic failures within her own organization. This isn’t security; it’s a farce that’s as entertaining as it is absurd.

#anti-immigration#full-stupid#incompetence
corruption

Musk Takes a Family Joyride on Air Force One: Taxpayer Dollars at Play!

this fucking lame piece of shit gets glee in cutting jobs while abusing the taxpayers money

this fucking lame piece of shit gets glee in cutting jobs while abusing the taxpayers money

Elon Musk, the king of self-indulgence, just pushed the envelope of greed and entitlement with a family joyride aboard Air Force One, casting taxpayers into the abyss of government waste. While hard-working citizens tighten their belts due to budget cuts, Musk's entourage—including his mother and kid—gets a VIP tour of the presidential jet, proving that when you're the richest man in the world, apparently, you fly first class on other people's money. Criticism is flying faster than his SpaceX rockets, yet here we are, wondering how this billionaire’s bloated ego has somehow become synonymous with government efficiency. Bravo! What a spectacle!

#corruption#oligarchy
corruption

Government Security? More Like Government Breach!

fucking lame ass pieces of shit

fucking lame ass pieces of shit

Welcome to the circus—where the ringmaster, a.k.a. DOGE, gets a backstage pass to the child support database, all while career civil servants wave their warning flags from the sidelines, only to find their voices snuffed out. It seems the Department of Health and Human Services decided that legal and ethical concerns are mere afterthoughts when it comes to giving a 'read-only' key to sensitive data, bypassing disgruntled employees and the rule of law like it’s a fun little game. Bravo! Expect an avalanche of chaos where children become mere statistics in DOGE’s absurd quest for efficiency. Who needs safeguards when you can juggle private information like a three-ring circus? Keep the popcorn ready, folks; this show is just getting started!

#corruption#lawlessness
corruption

Justice Department Purge: National Security? More Like National Insecurity!

Attorney General Pam Bondi with Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Florida) before President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress on March 4. (Ricky Carioti/The Washington Post)

Attorney General Pam Bondi with Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Florida) before President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress on March 4. (Ricky Carioti/The Washington Post)

In a breathtaking display of incompetence and blatant partisanship, the Trump administration has decided that the best way to secure America is by shoving experienced national security officials out the door like yesterday's trash. The gutting of the National Security Division wouldn't just make headlines—it’s a masterclass in undermining the very structure designed to protect us from threats. For a crew who endlessly screams about being victimized, they sure love to victimize those whose public service spans multiple administrations. Promising to restore 'integrity' while systematically ordaining incompetence? That’s a punchline worthy of the worst late-night comedy. But hey, at least they’re all on the same page of the same corrupt playbook.

#corruption
nazi

Welcome to Terrorgram: Where Online Anarchy Dons a White Hood

How the Terrorgram Collective’s Neo-Nazi Influencers Groomed a Teen to Kill

How the Terrorgram Collective’s Neo-Nazi Influencers Groomed a Teen to Kill

This twisted tale of pro-terrorist grooming runs on absurdity and the nauseating reality of profit-driven platforms like Telegram, which don’t just allow hate but *encourage* it, elevating young Krajčík from bullied teenager to a mass-shooting poster child. This is not merely *incompetence*; it's the systematic *facilitation* of extremism under the guise of ‘free speech,’ while the world turns a blind eye and pats itself on the back for weak attempts at moderation. Congratulations, society; you’ve discovered the perfect recipe for a catastrophic failure—just toss in some apathetic tech giants, a sprinkle of unhinged influencers, and a pinch of fatal neglect, and voilà: you’ve cooked up a real-life horror story!

#nazi#racism#lawlessness
corruption

Pentagon's DEI Purge: Covering Up History Like a Bad Badger Hunt

In this image provided by the U.S. Marine Corps, Pfc. Christina Fuentes Montenegro prepares to hike to her platoon's defensive position during patrol week of Infantry Training Battalion near Camp Geiger, N.C. Oct. 31, 2013. (Sgt. Tyler Main/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)

In this image provided by the U.S. Marine Corps, Pfc. Christina Fuentes Montenegro prepares to hike to her platoon's defensive position during patrol week of Infantry Training Battalion near Camp Geiger, N.C. Oct. 31, 2013. (Sgt. Tyler Main/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)

So the Pentagon has decided that purging 26,000 images of military milestones and honoring heroic figures is a good way to promote their new vision of inclusion? This is peak bureaucratic absurdity: it’s not just pictures being flushed, it’s a full-on cultural erasure. Women in service? Gone! The Enola Gay? See ya! All in the name of clumsy compliance with a retrograde political directive that insists on sanitizing American military history. This is like deciding to hide the fire extinguisher because you forgot to pay the water bill—not just dumb but dangerously negligent. Just wait till the next history project—if anyone’s still around to write it!

#corruption#fascism
incompetence

Maine's Newborns Caught in Political Crossfire: A Lesson in Ineptitude

Social Security Update: Trump Admin Reverses Major Change in One State

Social Security Update: Trump Admin Reverses Major Change in One State

Once again, the Social Security Administration proves they excel at creating messes rather than solving them. After a ludicrous attempt to complicate life for new parents in Maine, they realized just how absurd it was to force families to travel hours to get a Social Security card for their newborns—like they have nothing better to do than navigate a bureaucratic nightmare. Every decision smells of incompetence, while Lee Dudek’s backtracking apology is about as reassuring as a broken promise. They accidentally made life harder for parents, who only need one straightforward process—thankfully, that’s back on, but not without raising alarm bells about sheer thoughtlessness. In a state where eight Social Security offices in major towns still leave rural residents high and dry, we must wonder: are they even pretending to think about us, or just patting themselves on the back for this 'great save'?

#incompetence#healthcare
trade war

Tariff Tantrums and Diplomatic Disasters: Trump’s Latest Circus

Columbia Univeristy

Columbia Univeristy

In a breathtaking display of incompetence, Donald Trump has swooped in with a ludicrous 250% tariff on Canadian dairy, just a day after pretending to pause a mere 25% on other goods—was the paperwork just too hard? Meanwhile, as his administration botches humanitarian aid in Gaza and sabotages Ukraine’s defense against Russia, Trump’s idea of ‘diplomacy’ looks more like an adult throwing a tantrum in the toy aisle. Who knew tariffs were the magic remedy for international relations—or in Trump's case, sheer chaos?

#trade-war