Sromano

KimPerales, 5 days ago to random

Rs are all in this time,⬆️peril to #democracy:

Sen Rubio -top R on Intel CMTE: Pres Biden was “a demented man propped up by wicked & deranged ppl” -it was now time to “fight fire with fire” *flame emojis to rep. the fire. Seeking retribution thru the justice system is hardly a new concept for #TFG.

“In order to prevent the case agst Trump from assuming a perm. place in the American pol system, Rs will have to bring charges agst Dem officers, even presidents."
-Prof Yoo.
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/05/us/politics/trump-conviction-gop-revenge.html?unlocked_article_code=1.xU0.hb3N.YTIw3nfggxwQ&smid=tw-share

GottaLaff, 2 months ago to random

Ruh roh.

Via Ron Filipkowski:

BREAKING: The right-wing House Freedom Caucus has issued a statement ripping Mike Johnson over the budget minibus, and has called a press conference tomorrow morning to denounce him.

GottaLaff, 3 months ago to Ukraine

“Mulling…”

“The Defense Department still has around $4 billion in presidential drawdown authority funds available for #Ukraine, which allows the Pentagon to draw from its own stockpiles to send military equipment to Kyiv.”

https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/28/politics/pentagon-considering-tapping-last-source-ukraine-funding?cid=ios_app

taylorlorenz, 3 months ago to random

I sat down with Chaya Raichik of LibsofTikTok to talk about Nex's death, her role in Oklahoma politics, her beliefs on gender, the great replacement theory, sex education, her false accusations against the Uvalde shooter, why she and Seth Dillon cut ties and more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XL-40gDBRx0&t=2359s

Read my latest story on her impact in Oklahoma: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/02/24/libs-tiktok-oklahoma-nonbinary-teen-death/

GottaLaff, 3 months ago to random

I'm on no sleep and other things that are stressing me out.

Done for the day other than an occasional pop in and, of course, unless news breaks.

Have a good evening.

GottaLaff, 4 months ago to random

You may disagree fervently with Pres. Biden's Israel policies, and that's fine. But if you come into my feed calling him "Genocide Joe" or any variation on that theme, you're blocked.

I've already had to block a few accounts for this.

Pres. Biden is not "for genocide." I will not argue with you on this topic, nor do I discuss the Israel/Hamas war here.

But I will not tolerate accusations of "genocide" by Pres. Biden. He's not "pro genocide."

If that's a prob, it's on you.

GottaLaff, 4 months ago to random

Via Angry Staffer:

#Biden just won New Hampshire via write in.

Biden beat Dean Phillips by a much larger margin than Trump beat Haley, and he wasn’t even on the ballot.

But sure, there’s no enthusiasm there. 🙄

CNN's Abby Phillip: "As Nikki Haley put it -- I think it's actually such a smart way to put it -- maybe the first party to let go of their 80 years old might be the victor, but who's gonna be the one to move first? ... nobody wants Trump, nobody wants Biden."

GottaLaff, 4 months ago to Canada

🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ Trudeau government's use of Emergencies Act during 'Freedom Convoy' violated Canadians' Charter rights: federal court — Toronto Star #Canada

w7voa, 4 months ago to random

US Defense Secretary Austin's security detail asked that the ambulance they called for him on Jan. 1 approach his house without lights and sirens because they were ''trying to remain a little subtle," according to the 911 call obtained by USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/01/16/loyd-austin-911-call-details-hospital/72244891007/

GottaLaff, 4 months ago to random

Here we go again.

So I post my approval of Schiff (and apparently Porter too) coming out in favor or expanding the court, etc (see toot), and here, and on Threads, I’m seeing, “Not gonna happen. Not feasible…” etc.

Miss the point much?

1. We need MoC who support things like this in order to EVER make them happen. Rather they didn’t say this? 🤦🏻‍♀️
2. When you get a Moment of Good News, f’ing take 2 mins and appreciate it. They’re rare. Save your #DebbieDowner for the bad stuff.

GottaLaff, 4 months ago to legal

Starting another NEW THREAD🧵 here. 1/...

Again, I won't reply to you while live-posting multiple accounts. If you want me to see your reply, please wait until AFTER the threads are over and reply to me then.❤️

#Trump #NewYork #legal

Orden:

Closing arguments are resuming with plaintiff's presentation.
👉🏼Judge made no comments on the remarks Trump made prior to lunch break.👈🏼

GottaLaff, 5 months ago to random

We need anti-fascist vaccines. Unfortunately, those who need them are anti vaxxers.

GOP Rep. Elise #Stefanik won't commit to certifying the #2024election results - NBC News

ADDED, via Rupar:

Stefanik on if she's comfortable with Trump paraphrasing Hitler: "We have the media which is so biased, which is reiterating whatever the talking points the Biden campaign is giving. Our border crisis is poisoning American through fentanyl ... so yes, I stand by Pres Trump"

https://apple.news/AxK612fFHRVmMdztuVZ2HBA

GottaLaff, 5 months ago to Ukraine

Wait wut.

“With US & Eur aid to #Ukraine in serious jeopardy, Biden admin & Eur officials quietly shifting focus from supporting Ukraine’s goal of total victory over Russia to improving its position in eventual negotiation to end war, acc to a Biden admin official & a Eur diplomat..would likely mean giving up parts of Ukraine to Russia.

WH & Pentagon publicly insist there is no official change—still support Ukraine’s aim of forcing Russia’s military completely out”
https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/12/27/biden-endgame-ukraine-00133211

GottaLaff, 5 months ago to legal

#WompWomp

Via Kyle Griffin:

A federal judge has ruled that Republican Rep. #ScottPerry must disclose 1,659 documents to government investigators in its #Jan6 probe — finding that the communication records were not protected by the speech or debate clause of the Constitution. #legal

gearhead, 5 months ago to trustandsafety

For wider appreciation for your handling / disabling a troll...

@GottaLaff @Sromano

An amplification.

That the cross #moderation process to spread and elevate throughout the #fediverse is:

Swift, collaborative consensus.

You were precise and unflinching - in taking permanent action.

Implied attributes are consistency and fairness.

No threat, even thickly veiled ones should be ignored.

Access denial is strong, reasonable community protection.

Congrats. IMHO

#MastoAdmin #Mastodon

GottaLaff, 5 months ago to random

LOL! If this bot only knew how hilarious this was (I never get paid by anyone, btw).

Oh, and it's not @ Laffy, genius, it's @GottaLaff ... One more thing: Why do you follow me?

But hey,
"John," you do you. #Toodles and thank you for playing #WhackATroll

From John @masto. oyd. app
John Mizerek:
@john
@GottaLaff i will ruin you, @Laffy; you're just a dumb bot and regardless what you defend, it's simply motivated by money.

do better!

GottaLaff, 5 months ago to cryptocurrency

A trio of super PACs backed by #cryptocurrency executives and investors said Monday that they’ve raised $78 million as part of a major new push to influence the #2024elections.
https://www.politico.com/news/2023/12/18/crypto-firms-investors-78m-super-pacs-00132199

GottaLaff, 5 months ago to random

Once again, good news is never good enough.

Sometimes it's healthy and productive to appreciate incremental progress. Not everything comes in leaps and bounds. And sometimes when it does, it backfires because there's a backlash.

Things are dire enough. Let's, for 2 damn minutes, see the positive in a positive headline.

Kthxbye. #evergreen

GottaLaff, 1 year ago to random

ICYMI: My bio gives you the basics. I'm a Progressive political commentator (print, radio, podcasts) who is here to share breaking news, stories that strike me as important/interesting + legit info you can use, along with a few laughs & a healthy dose of snark.

I toot a lot because there's a lot of disinformation out there and I care deeply about getting the truth out to as many people as I can.

Former life: TV/stage writer, actor, director.

Kthxbye.

#introduction #introductions