ProPublica

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13 October 2026 01:08

While suspended from office and awaiting his impeachment trial, Texas AG Ken Paxton took at least 17 trips. State police joined him each time, costing taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars for trips unrelated to his job. with @texastribune.org

Stars and Stripes

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12 October 2026 21:32

A wreath-laying, a reading of the names of fallen heroes, the toll of a ceremonial bell, a three-volley rifle salute and the playing of taps marked the 26th anniversary of the terrorist attack on USS Cole.

DJ

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12 October 2026 19:35

Cartoon of the week

ProPublica

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12 October 2026 19:35

ProPublica designed a reporting experiment to demonstrate how easy it can be to open private schools that might then access public money. We succeeded in opening two schools. No credentials or background checks required.

United Farm Workers

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12 October 2026 19:34

Warrantless stops and violent roving patrols by masked federal agents across California, especially the Central Valley, have been terrorizing farm workers for the past 5 days. The chaos is escalating. full statement: www.dailykos.com/stories/2026...