We must move to disarm ICE. There is no logical reason for them to be armed. They are not ever shot at and if they were they should stop what they are doing and call the FBI, DEA, ATF or state and local police to take care of it. https://hotbuttons.substack.com/p/disarm-ice?r=3m1bs
I’m in despair. I’ve been sole caregiver to my terminally-ill husband since he was dropped from hospice care in 10/2023. Social Security is my only income. I’ve lost 4 upper teeth in the past year - complete with their gold inlays. I have gotten new glasses in 6 years. My Part D insurance costs are nearly tripling in 2026. I live in bloody red Idaho where there’s sales tax on groceries & the state says I make too much money to qualify for any assistance.
What’s the point? This isn’t living; this is high pressure living death. My Congressional Delegation still views it as a privilege to work with DJT.
I sympathize. My stepson has stage 4 liver disease..my daughter in law is limited to working a couple days a week. If she works full time she and her husband will lose their Medicaid. Before you ask, we have helped them financially in the past. But thats that's not permitted for recipients of Medicaid. The system is designed to keep people in poverty so they can be shamed for being poor.
You are surviving, and sometimes that's enough right there. You, also, have my admiration and respect. I'm only a part time assistant along with my older sister to our 93 year old, disabled, diabetic Mama. I see my future staring at me in the face every day, and it's not pretty. Preserve onward the best you can.
Churches?!? In Idaho? This state is locked up tight with smug LDS trump sycophants who (standing around in their chic magic underwear) still overwhelmingly approve of what trump & co are doing — secure in their white privilege, their money protected by their farm subsidies (I’m talking about YOU: Risch, Crapo, Zito).
Mormons, like Scientologists, love the cruelty, incarceration, deportation & terror of children’s tears. It’s the whole point!! They observe from the sidelines like zionists calmly watching Palestinian children being starved, terrorized & killed.
I’ve never been more proud to be an atheist nor so nauseatingly ashamed of the United States turning 250 years of dedication to ideals of freedom & democracy on its head to become a rogue nation that’s lost the trust of our closest allies, foregone intelligence sharing with the UK, France, Denmark, etc. because the US President & State Dept are KNOWN to steal, hide & share/sell classified documents. America has lost our preeminent position as a leader on the world stage, perhaps for generations — perhaps forever. These incredibly arrogant, ignorant MAGAts have sold the whole shebang like a fire sale by carnival shills. Pardons & Visas — On Sale NOW!!
It’s all been accomplished in less than a year by the most corrupt & venal administration in US history — observed without protest or oversight by the entire Congressional GOP & utterly vacuous, subordinate SCOTUS. We’re cosplaying King Leopold practicing rapine of target nations just as the real Leopold plundered Congo.
None of the MAGA sheeple will even notice until their own kids, parents & property are seized in service to trump, Ellison, Bezos, fuckerberg, musk, et al.
It’s great that you sent this message because this morning I was feeling so depressed because I can’t stop thinking about all the horrible stuff that’s going on and how nobody’s really doing anything about it but I realize that you are doing something about it but I guess I don’t feel like stuff is happening fast enough. We need to have patience and endurance to see this through. This morning while I was waiting tables, I overheard an adult male talking to a younger man. I said are you trying to talk him into joining ice? He said no he’s doing it on his own. The young man had a shirt on. That was printed with the preamble of the constitution. I hope he’s ready to throw it away. I felt like telling him it’ll be like going to prison, you’re not gonna come out as the same person.
This may sound silly, but why not interview some Republicans. Some are more amenable than others. But even an interview by one not amenable, with your skill, could be compelling, even if all they spill is nonsense.
Ben, my wife and I enjoy your podcast with Michael Cohen everytime we drive 2 hours from our home in S/E Missouri to St. Louis and back. Keep it up. We are in a deep red state and we are surrounded by MAGA supporters as well as very deliberate ignorant people. I send messages to my Rep and Senators but... I should just beat my head against a brick wall. We are starved for the truth. Keep the heat on these idiots PLEASE.
Apparently, it was in a criminal case that no one seems to care about since I can only find that they released a decision. So, we continue to wait on all the big cases, such as tariffs, birthright citizenship, what's left of the Voting Act, and an important case, argued by Marc Elias, on campaign financing.
Thank you Ben and brothers for all the factual reporting. You have a demanding job and one that is very deeply concerning to all of us. You guys are awesome!! You guys are much appreciated....
Happy to support all the great work you do!
We must move to disarm ICE. There is no logical reason for them to be armed. They are not ever shot at and if they were they should stop what they are doing and call the FBI, DEA, ATF or state and local police to take care of it. https://hotbuttons.substack.com/p/disarm-ice?r=3m1bs
Actually, they WERE shot at: with snowballs! Winter weapons.
They are thugs who just want an opportunity to unleash chaos.
And don't forget the subway sandwich!
Thank you for the much needed reminder they were not alone! And thank you for all the brave courageous reporting!!
Thank you for checking in Ben. Keep up the fight.
Thank you for all you guys do, with love from the UK
I’m in despair. I’ve been sole caregiver to my terminally-ill husband since he was dropped from hospice care in 10/2023. Social Security is my only income. I’ve lost 4 upper teeth in the past year - complete with their gold inlays. I have gotten new glasses in 6 years. My Part D insurance costs are nearly tripling in 2026. I live in bloody red Idaho where there’s sales tax on groceries & the state says I make too much money to qualify for any assistance.
What’s the point? This isn’t living; this is high pressure living death. My Congressional Delegation still views it as a privilege to work with DJT.
Hang in there Meliannos, we WILL get through this - my thoughts are with you and your family!
I sympathize. My stepson has stage 4 liver disease..my daughter in law is limited to working a couple days a week. If she works full time she and her husband will lose their Medicaid. Before you ask, we have helped them financially in the past. But thats that's not permitted for recipients of Medicaid. The system is designed to keep people in poverty so they can be shamed for being poor.
I am sooo sorry
You are surviving, and sometimes that's enough right there. You, also, have my admiration and respect. I'm only a part time assistant along with my older sister to our 93 year old, disabled, diabetic Mama. I see my future staring at me in the face every day, and it's not pretty. Preserve onward the best you can.
🙏🙏🙏
Perhaps, check with any churches in your area to seek help🤔
Churches?!? In Idaho? This state is locked up tight with smug LDS trump sycophants who (standing around in their chic magic underwear) still overwhelmingly approve of what trump & co are doing — secure in their white privilege, their money protected by their farm subsidies (I’m talking about YOU: Risch, Crapo, Zito).
Mormons, like Scientologists, love the cruelty, incarceration, deportation & terror of children’s tears. It’s the whole point!! They observe from the sidelines like zionists calmly watching Palestinian children being starved, terrorized & killed.
I’ve never been more proud to be an atheist nor so nauseatingly ashamed of the United States turning 250 years of dedication to ideals of freedom & democracy on its head to become a rogue nation that’s lost the trust of our closest allies, foregone intelligence sharing with the UK, France, Denmark, etc. because the US President & State Dept are KNOWN to steal, hide & share/sell classified documents. America has lost our preeminent position as a leader on the world stage, perhaps for generations — perhaps forever. These incredibly arrogant, ignorant MAGAts have sold the whole shebang like a fire sale by carnival shills. Pardons & Visas — On Sale NOW!!
It’s all been accomplished in less than a year by the most corrupt & venal administration in US history — observed without protest or oversight by the entire Congressional GOP & utterly vacuous, subordinate SCOTUS. We’re cosplaying King Leopold practicing rapine of target nations just as the real Leopold plundered Congo.
None of the MAGA sheeple will even notice until their own kids, parents & property are seized in service to trump, Ellison, Bezos, fuckerberg, musk, et al.
It’s great that you sent this message because this morning I was feeling so depressed because I can’t stop thinking about all the horrible stuff that’s going on and how nobody’s really doing anything about it but I realize that you are doing something about it but I guess I don’t feel like stuff is happening fast enough. We need to have patience and endurance to see this through. This morning while I was waiting tables, I overheard an adult male talking to a younger man. I said are you trying to talk him into joining ice? He said no he’s doing it on his own. The young man had a shirt on. That was printed with the preamble of the constitution. I hope he’s ready to throw it away. I felt like telling him it’ll be like going to prison, you’re not gonna come out as the same person.
This may sound silly, but why not interview some Republicans. Some are more amenable than others. But even an interview by one not amenable, with your skill, could be compelling, even if all they spill is nonsense.
That's a good idea! Maybe Thomas Massie?
Thanks Ben! I must say I loathe watching Fox and demented republicans congresspersons esp from sc, tx and fl
Thank you!🤞
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Ben, my wife and I enjoy your podcast with Michael Cohen everytime we drive 2 hours from our home in S/E Missouri to St. Louis and back. Keep it up. We are in a deep red state and we are surrounded by MAGA supporters as well as very deliberate ignorant people. I send messages to my Rep and Senators but... I should just beat my head against a brick wall. We are starved for the truth. Keep the heat on these idiots PLEASE.
Never include Republicans in any policy confabs that will help American citizens. They'll just muck up the works.
On top of everything else, today the Supreme Court is supposed to issue a decision in one of the cases it has heard. We don't know which case.
Apparently, it was in a criminal case that no one seems to care about since I can only find that they released a decision. So, we continue to wait on all the big cases, such as tariffs, birthright citizenship, what's left of the Voting Act, and an important case, argued by Marc Elias, on campaign financing.
Thanks again for all the you Meidas Brothers do. I am still hoping that eventually I will be able to become a paid subscriber.
Keep up the great work!!!
Thank you Ben and brothers for all the factual reporting. You have a demanding job and one that is very deeply concerning to all of us. You guys are awesome!! You guys are much appreciated....