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lawlessness

president vagina neck usurps congress and shuts down federal agency

USAID logos and photos showing the humanitarian work the agency does around the globe were removed from its offices, multiple sources familiar with the situation told CNN. Obtained by CNN

USAID logos and photos showing the humanitarian work the agency does around the globe were removed from its offices, multiple sources familiar with the situation told CNN. Obtained by CNN

hair furher and his billionaire sidekick apartheid clyde have decided that foreign aid is just too generous for their taste, so USAID is getting the axe. In a move straight out of a banana republic, Marco Rubio has handed control of the agency to a hair furher crony accused of gutting it from the inside, while Musk bragged that hair furher gave him the green light to shut it down completely. The administration claims it’s about ‘efficiency,’ but experts warn the abrupt dismantling of USAID will lead to humanitarian disasters. Meanwhile, staff are being purged, offices stripped of logos, and foreign aid programs thrown into chaos—because nothing says 'America First' like turning your back on the world.
#lawlessness#money#healthcare
trumps america

22 year old dies of preventable asthma attack after getting f*cked by united healthcare

cole schmidtknecht - photo courtesy of family

cole schmidtknecht - photo courtesy of family

In the land of the free market, 22-year-old Cole Schmidtknecht faced a choice: pay $539 for his asthma inhaler or cover his rent. After his insurance provider, OptumRx, reclassified his medication without notice, the inhaler's price skyrocketed from $66 to over $500, leaving Cole unable to afford it. Days later, he suffered a fatal asthma attack. Now, his family is suing OptumRx and Walgreens for failing to inform him of the change, denying him the chance to seek alternatives. Because in America, life-saving medication is a luxury item.
#trumps-america
trumps america

newsworthy: georgia sheriff cracks down on school violence threats

(Illustration by Josh Chen/The Washington Post; Octavio Jones for The Washington Post)

(Illustration by Josh Chen/The Washington Post; Octavio Jones for The Washington Post)

Welcome to America, where school shootings are so routine that cops now have a zero-tolerance policy for bad jokes, but not for the guns that make the threats real. In Florida, kids as young as 11 are getting perp-walked, shackled, and smeared online for posting dumb, edgy comments, while law enforcement pats itself on the back for ‘deterrence.’ (no, I do not condone threats of violence!) Never mind that experts say this public humiliation doesn’t actually stop threats—it just turns dumb kids into criminals. But hey, why bother fixing the root causes of school violence when you can just arrest children and call it a win? hint: ITS THE GUNS DO SOMETHING ABOUT THE GUNS
#trumps-america
pro publica is a national treasure

cancer for you! cancer for them! cancer for everyone!

Martin Phillips is one of three scientists who faced retaliation by supervisors at the Environmental Protection Agency, an inspector general’s investigation found. Credit:Jenn Ackerman, special to ProPublica

Martin Phillips is one of three scientists who faced retaliation by supervisors at the Environmental Protection Agency, an inspector general’s investigation found. Credit:Jenn Ackerman, special to ProPublica

Turns out, under genghis cant's EPA, 'science' was just a fancy word for 'whatever industry wants.' Whistleblowers at the agency say they were pressured to make dangerous chemicals look safer, had their reports altered to erase pesky things like 'cancer' and 'miscarriages,' and then got retaliated against when they refused to play along. The EPA's inspector general confirmed that three scientists were punished for daring to do their jobs, while genghis cant's buddies were busy fast-tracking toxic sludge into the market. And if genghis cant gets another term? His Project 2025 plan would make firing scientists even easier—because nothing says 'drain the swamp' like replacing experts with corporate yes-men
#pro-publica-is-a-national-treasure#anti-science
leopards ate my face

venezuelans overwhelmingly support diaper donny, now he says get the f*ck out

puppy killer and cosplay barbie

puppy killer and cosplay barbie

In a stunning display of compassion, the diaper don's administration has decided to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 348,000 Venezuelans, because apparently, escaping a collapsing dictatorship just isn’t a good enough reason to stay in the land of the free. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem—who's never met a hardline immigration stance she didn’t love—claims Venezuela is now totally fine, so these immigrants can pack their bags and enjoy a one-way ticket back to economic collapse and authoritarian rule. Never mind that Venezuela is still plagued by political repression, a collapsing economy, and one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world—Trump and his team have elections to win, and nothing gets the base fired up quite like mass deportations. Immigration advocates are calling the move cruel and reckless, while businesses that rely on Venezuelan labor are preparing for workforce shortages. But hey, at least Trump gets another campaign rally talking point. Priorities, right? It's even more egregious because the Venezuelan community were some of frumpys biggest supporters because they align on their hatred towards the maduro regime, but now all of their friends and family get to go home and experience the misery
#leopards-ate-my-face#anti-immigration#racism
retribution

an actual witch hunt, asshole edition

j edgar hoover fbi buiding, the new home of political corruption

j edgar hoover fbi buiding, the new home of political corruption

velveeta voldemort’s Justice Department is going full McCarthy mode, launching a questionnaire to identify and potentially purge any FBI personnel who worked on Jan. 6 cases. Agents and staffers are being ordered to disclose whether they arrested rioters, interviewed witnesses, or conducted surveillance—a thinly veiled loyalty test that conveniently targets those who investigated velveeta voldemort and his allies. Meanwhile, mass firings have already begun, with top officials at the Washington field office forced into early retirement and federal prosecutors dismissed en masse. The move has sparked panic within the FBI, with the agency scrambling to reassure employees that the acting director hasn’t been fired (yet). Legal experts warn that these purges violate due process, but velveeta voldemort’s people don’t seem concerned. Even Kash Patel, velveeta voldemort’s FBI director nominee, swore under oath there would be no political retribution—while the administration is very publicly making lists of people to target. Stripping the nation’s top law enforcement agency of its most experienced investigators doesn’t just weaken federal cases—it actively undermines national security, counterterrorism, and organized crime efforts. But hey, when you’re trying to rewrite history and erase accountability, kneecapping the FBI seems like a small price to pay.
#retribution#lawlessness
killing democracy

trump's education revolution: cut, close, conquer

The Education Department: Clearly an unnecessary extravagance in Trump's America, where ignorance is bliss and budget cuts are the ultimate life hack.

The Education Department: Clearly an unnecessary extravagance in Trump's America, where ignorance is bliss and budget cuts are the ultimate life hack.

In the latest episode of 'Let's Pretend We Care About Education,' President Trump is considering massive cuts to the U.S. Department of Education. Because nothing says 'investing in the future' like gutting the agency responsible for managing $1.6 trillion in student loan debt and ensuring disadvantaged kids get a decent education.

But sure, why not hand over education to Linda McMahon, because running the WWE is basically the same as running a federal agency, right? In other words, when in doubt, just tag-team education policy with a bodyslam of incompetence and a chokehold of indifference.

And while Trump dreams of closing the Department entirely, he might want to brush up on his Schoolhouse Rock!—since, thanks to that pesky thing called Congress, it's not quite that simple.

Source: npr.org

#killing-democracy#anti-science
lawlessness

some pardoned j6ers are f*cking awful people

a bunch of gullible morons trying to overthrow democracy

a bunch of gullible morons trying to overthrow democracy

In his first act as president, Trump granted blanket clemency to every single Jan. 6 rioter—including those convicted of violently attacking police officers. But the real kicker? Some of those “patriots” he just freed weren’t exactly first-time offenders. Among them are individuals with long rap sheets for rape, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, drug trafficking, and even manslaughter. Take Matthew Huttle, who had a history of child abuse and DUI arrests—pardoned by Trump, then shot and killed in an altercation with law enforcement just days later. Or Theodore Middendorf, convicted of sexually assaulting a 7-year-old, who was set to be sentenced for smashing Capitol windows before Trump made his case disappear. Or Peter Schwartz, a man with 38 prior convictions, including domestic assault and threatening police—who got 14 years for attacking officers with pepper spray on Jan. 6, but is now a free man thanks to Trump. Trump admitted that actually reviewing these cases would have been "too cumbersome," so instead of considering, you know, basic public safety, he just pardoned everyone. Some of these guys still have pending cases for child pornography, illegal firearms, and violent crimes—but hey, as long as they were rioting for Trump, they apparently deserved a free pass. Meanwhile, the same party that screams “Back the Blue” just cheered as their leader pardoned criminals who literally beat cops with flagpoles. You can’t make this up.
#lawlessness
killing democracy

musk lets inexperienced morons into government systems

elon musk seeing himself on ketamine

elon musk seeing himself on ketamine

Elon Musk's recent initiative to overhaul federal government infrastructure heavily relies on a group of young engineers, aged between 19 and 24, many of whom have prior associations with his companies. These individuals, despite their limited experience in government operations, have been appointed to pivotal roles within the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Their rapid ascent and the significant responsibilities entrusted to them have raised concerns about the potential risks of entrusting critical governmental functions to such an inexperienced cohort.
#killing-democracy
money

elmo mucks eyes worlds biggest food delivery program for the chopping block

usaid warehouse

usaid warehouse

The fascist fuckheads administration, with Elon Musk pulling the strings, has booted two top security officials at USAID after they dared to stop Musk’s self-appointed “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) from waltzing into restricted areas without proper clearance. Apparently, telling unqualified Musk lackeys that they can’t barge into a classified intelligence facility is now a fireable offense. Musk’s goon squad showed up at USAID demanding access to every door and floor, despite most of them lacking security clearance. When they were (rightfully) denied, they threatened to call federal marshals because nothing says "government efficiency" like storming a humanitarian aid agency. By Sunday, Musk had taken to X to declare USAID “evil” and “a criminal organization,” because naturally, helping prevent famine and disease in 100+ countries is now radical leftism. This power grab is just the latest in Musk’s rapid transformation from tech mogul to wrestling power away from tangerine tiny hands to become the enforcer-in-chief. In just weeks, he’s stacked key agencies with his own loyalists, gained access to Treasury systems controlling trillions of dollars, and now seems intent on dismantling USAID entirely. But sure, let’s pretend this is all about "efficiency" and not an authoritarian-style takeover of the federal government.
#money#national-security
unconstitutional

panama prepares for american invasion and mass casualty event

jose raul molino, the new president of panama

jose raul molino, the new president of panama

Trump’s latest foreign policy masterpiece? Strong-arming Panama over the canal with the grace of a mobster demanding “insurance” money. Marco Rubio’s visit to Panama this weekend is supposed to “negotiate” America’s return to dominance in the region, but Panamanian officials are preparing for the worst—including, apparently, the possibility of an invasion. Yes, really. Former Panamanian President Ernesto Pérez Balladares warned that if Trump goes full imperialist, it could lead to mass casualties and international condemnation. But Trump’s team, being the savvy dealmakers they are, has a different strategy: Make Panama an offer they can’t refuse. U.S. officials have reportedly told Panama to start handing out freebies, like letting U.S. Navy ships use the canal toll-free, before Trump gets “creative” with his demands. Panama’s response? A mix of disbelief and irritation. They’ve fact-checked Trump’s wild claims about China’s military presence in the canal, pointed out that transit fees are legally set, and even took the issue to the United Nations. Trump’s envoy, however, was unimpressed, reportedly responding with, “Do you think that we give a shit?” (Diplomacy at its finest.) Meanwhile, in a nod to Trump’s love of strong-arming allies, Panama has hinted that if things escalate, they might just stop controlling the flow of South American migrants heading north—a move that would flood the U.S.-Mexico border with even more asylum seekers. Of course, this entire mess is fueled by Trump’s paranoia over China. While Panama maintains that Beijing has zero control over the canal, Trump is convinced otherwise and wants to “take it back.” The canal was handed over to Panama in 1999, and while America still has defense obligations, the idea of a U.S. takeover is about as well-received in Panama as a root canal without anesthesia. But Trump, ever the real estate guy, seems to think everything’s up for negotiation—even sovereign territory. So, will this turn into a military crisis or just another round of loud, empty threats? If history is any guide, it’ll probably be both.
#unconstitutional#national-security#money#full-stupid
national security

paper skinned whiny b*tch billionaire Takes Over Government HR, Channels Twitter Layoff Energy

nazi sympathizer just looking stupid

nazi sympathizer just looking stupid

Elon Musk has apparently decided that running Twitter into the ground wasn’t enough—now he’s applying the same chaos to the federal workforce. A new report details how Musk and his allies have “taken control” of the Office of Personnel Management, skipping key officials to blast out a mass email offering buyouts to 2.3 million federal employees. The email, titled “Fork in the Road,” mirrors the one Musk sent before gutting Twitter, which should be a comforting sign for government workers everywhere. Normally, the OPM—an independent, nonpartisan agency—would be involved in something this massive, but not under Musk’s watch. Instead, his handpicked allies, including ex-SpaceX and Twitter cronies, are now running the show. Musk’s takeover of the federal workforce is just another step in his growing influence over Trump’s administration, where he’s already been handed control of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE, because of course). Originally meant to be an advisory role, Musk has turned it into his own personal demolition project, reshaping the federal government in Trump’s image. Meanwhile, government employees are understandably wary of the buyout offer, given Musk’s stellar track record of not paying severance and getting sued by former employees. The proposal promises salaries through September 30 with no requirement to return to work—but much like Musk’s promises at Twitter, no one’s really sure if it will hold up. In the end, it looks like Musk is just doing what he does best: gutting institutions, dodging accountability, and making sure the people actually doing the work are the ones who suffer.
#national-security#money#full-stupid
unconstitutional

glazed ham face cant withhold appropriated funds to blue states, judge rules

senile old man in clown paint pretending to jerk off two guys at one time

senile old man in clown paint pretending to jerk off two guys at one time

The New York Times is reporting that a judge in Rhode Island has required the Glazed Ham's administration to continue to pay appropriated money to the 22 states that joined in the law suit. Mostly these were blue states, except for some swing states that went for the orange glazed ham. Interestingly enough, I didn’t see Pennsylvania in the list of states. At any rate, it looks like the red states can get the full “benefit” of dickheads policies, while the blue and purple states may be protected from some of them. The basis of the judge’s order was a 1975 unanimous Supreme Court decision holding that the president had no authority to impound appropriated funds. Of course, as the NYT noted, the current Supreme Court has shown a willingness to overturn its own precedent.
#unconstitutional#trade-war#money#full-stupid
full stupid

federal government purge: fire them now and figure it out later

why does it look like hes melting?

why does it look like hes melting?

Fanta fascist's administration is on a rampage, gutting anything remotely related to diversity, equity, and inclusion—and if that means firing people who once attended a diversity training or gasp acknowledged that inclusion exists, so be it. At least 50 Education Department employees have been placed on leave, most of whom weren’t even working on DEI initiatives, but apparently, once you so much as say the word "diversity," you’re on the chopping block. Meanwhile, over at the FBI, they’re literally painting over murals with words like "Integrity" and "Compassion" because those are just too woke for 2025. The Energy Department? Firing people who help Indigenous tribes maintain federal treaties—because who needs those, right? Oh, and in a move so petty it would make a cartoon villain blush, the Pentagon has banned recognizing cultural celebrations like Black History Month and Pride. But don’t worry, fanta fascist assures us that DEI "would have ruined our country"—because clearly, it’s diversity that’s the real threat, not, you know, economic instability or global conflict.
#full-stupid
losses

egomaniacal billionaire fires agency head tasked with protecting american consumers

rohit chopra, warrior of the people

rohit chopra, warrior of the people

Rohit Chopra, the head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, has been fired—because why have a watchdog protecting consumers when you can let banks run wild instead? Chopra, who made a career out of holding Wall Street accountable for fraud and junk fees, had the nerve to take on big banks and shady lenders, so naturally, Donnie Tic Tac showed him the door. The CFPB, which was literally created to prevent another 2008-style financial meltdown, has been a thorn in the side of predatory financial institutions—something Republicans and their donors have been desperate to change. Now, with Chopra out, the industry is licking its chops, hoping Donnie Tic Tac's pick will gut consumer protections and roll back those pesky rules on overdraft fees and credit card penalties. But don’t worry, they assure us it’s all in the name of “reform.” This agency came after a for-profit school that was issuing predatory loans and saved me, its too bad its gone cuz this shit was awesome
#losses#money
trade war

the tangerines tariff tantrum; who wants affordable goods anyway

dementia donnie soiling his depends

dementia donnie soiling his depends

Trump has decided to slap massive tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, claiming it will stop drugs and illegal immigration—because, as we all know, raising the price of avocados will definitely outsmart the cartels. In reality, this move is like setting your house on fire to keep the burglars out: American consumers are about to get torched with higher prices on everything from cars to sneakers to groceries. Mexico and Canada wasted no time hitting back with their own tariffs, and China is taking it to the WTO, so congratulations, we’re now in a full-blown trade war. But don’t worry, Trump assures us that tariffs will make America “very rich and very strong”—just ignore the fact that businesses, economists, and, well, anyone who understands supply chains are collectively screaming into the void. And to really twist the knife, he’s closing the de minimis loophole, meaning even small businesses and bargain hunters using Shein and Temu are out of luck. But hey, if you love paying more for food, gas, and literally everything else while pretending it’s “winning,” this one’s for you.
#trade-war#money
killing democracy

federal officials: we knew it was going to be bad but...

agent orange getting mad at the scale for being honest

agent orange getting mad at the scale for being honest

president 'grab em by the p*ssy' return to the White House has turned into a full-blown purge, leaving federal workers shell-shocked as he makes good on his campaign promise of “retribution.” Sure, his high-profile enemies expected some payback—but it turns out the real bloodbath is happening behind the scenes, with career officials, watchdogs, and justice department lawyers getting axed, reassigned, or strong-armed into submission. From canceling Secret Service protection for officials on actual Iranian hit lists to gutting agencies investigating him, Trump’s administration is making one thing clear: loyalty isn’t just expected—it’s required. The latest executive order, laughably titled Ending the Weaponization of the Federal Government, is basically a hit list for his perceived enemies, all wrapped up in legalese. Federal employees are now being warned of “adverse consequences” if they don’t snitch on colleagues who resist his DEI purge. Meanwhile, those unwilling to play along with his immigration crackdowns or selective law enforcement agenda are being shuffled into irrelevant roles—or just fired outright. It’s a purge so blatant that even Nixon’s enemies list is starting to look subtle. But hey, at least one Trump critic put it best: trying to punish special prosecutor Jack Smith is like a fart in a hurricane—loud, ridiculous, and ultimately pointless.
#killing-democracy#retribution
trade war

hedge funds are better on a stock market crash

president triple chin pointing at the stock market hes tanking

president triple chin pointing at the stock market hes tanking

After cheering cheeto kings return like frat bros at a kegger, hedge funds are now placing multi-billion-dollar bets against the U.S. economy, because nothing says "confidence" like expecting a financial meltdown. Goldman Sachs data shows a tsunami of short positions, signaling that Wall Street’s elite believe a Trump-led market wipeout is imminent. This reversal is as subtle as a brick to the face: Just months ago, these same fund managers were all-in on "Trump trades," drooling over tax cuts and deregulation. Now? They’re bracing for impact, hoping to cash in while 401(k)s and pensions get steamrolled. And let’s not forget the elephant—or rather, the dragon—in the room: China’s AI powerhouse DeepSeek just sent U.S. tech stocks into a $600 billion freefall, exposing America’s not-so-invincible grip on the industry. Even Trump's most loyal Wall Street backers are sounding the alarm, warning that his policies could detonate a speculative bubble. So, as everyday investors anxiously refresh their portfolios, billionaire hedge fund managers are playing both sides—because whether the economy soars or burns, they always find a way to profit. And if Trump ever realizes his biggest financial supporters are now betting on his failure? Well, expect some all-caps rage tweets and a fresh round of finger-pointing.
#trade-war#full-stupid#money
national security

narcissist billionaire and his lackeys sieze control of government systems

gsa building

gsa building

Elon Musk’s fan club has infiltrated the General Services Administration, because apparently, running Twitter into the ground wasn’t enough. Armed with White House security credentials, these ex-interns and loyal Musk minions are now tinkering with federal infrastructure—because who wouldn’t trust them with government operations? Their grand plan? Slashing budgets, shrinking real estate, and sprinkling in some AI, because nothing says "efficient governance" like trusting the guy who broke Twitter to streamline the feds. Meanwhile, actual GSA employees are left wondering if they now work for the U.S. government or just another Musk side project.
#national-security#corruption#killing-democracy
trade war

trump's golden age of tariffs: the avocado wars

President Trump: The man who made avocados a luxury item.

President Trump: The man who made avocados a luxury item.

In yet another brilliant strategic maneuver, President Trump has embarked on a new phase of his trade war—because nothing says 'economic genius' like imposing 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, and a mere 10% on China. This, of course, is meant to address the illegal flow of drugs and immigrants, which clearly have everything to do with your Super Bowl guacamole budget. Forget about affordable avocados; Trump's America is all about paying the 'price that must be paid' for a supposedly 'great' future. The world can hardly wait! Business groups are, predictably, thrilled. The liquor industry is particularly ecstatic about the potential job losses that come with disrupting a once-thriving trade. Meanwhile, the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers are 'hopeful'—because when you're potentially facing higher energy prices, hope is all you really need, right? In other words, prepare for some seriously 'golden' times ahead, America.

Source: npr.org

#trade-war#full-stupid