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One reporter with whom Epstein connected frequently was Landon Thomas Jr., a financial journalist at the New York Times. Thomas exchanged dozens of emails with Epstein between 2015 and 2018, years after the financier’s conviction for soliciting a minor.

In the emails, Thomas tipped off Epstein about inquiries by other reporters and claimed to have vouched for Epstein, whom he said he called “one hell of a guy.” In one exchange, Thomas coached Epstein on how to repair his reputation.

The relationship was a two-way street. Epstein, who died in a Manhattan federal jail in 2019 awaiting trial on charges of sex trafficking, was reportedly a valued source for Thomas. In the emails released Wednesday, one of the topics Epstein fed information to Thomas was about Donald Trump’s allegedly lecherous behavior. In the exchanges — through his trademark style of lowercase letters and abundant typos — Epstein alludes to Trump’s predilection for young women.

Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), alongside 20 other Members of Congress, introduced H.Res.876 – Recognizing the Genocide of the Palestinian People in Gaza.

This resolution officially recognizes that the Israeli government has committed the crime of genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza and calls for the United States to take immediate, concrete action to fulfill its binding legal obligations as a party to the Genocide Convention to prevent and punish the crime of genocide.

By the time Jeffery Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to soliciting prostitution from an underage girl, he had established an enormous network of wealthy and influential friends. Emails made public this week show the crime did little to diminish the desire of that network to stay connected to the billionaire financier.

Thousands of documents released by the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday offer a new glimpse into what Epstein’s relationships with business executives, reporters, academics and political players looked like over a decade.

They start with messages he sent and received around the time he finished serving his Florida sentence in 2009 and continue until the months before his arrest on federal sex trafficking charges in 2019.

The conservative commentator is downplaying Epstein’s crimes as his new emails come to light.

One of the most powerful people in Congress is a 92-year old Iowan who’s obsessed with Dairy Queen, his vacuum cleaner, and ruining the lives of his constituents. So why haven’t the Democrats beaten him yet?

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/38951169

https://archive.ph/2KJDu

Katie Wilson, who narrowly defeated the incumbent, Bruce Harrell, emerged from the city’s left-wing activist class and brings with her little experience in governing.

In a state without an income tax, the mayor-elect has promised to pursue what she calls “progressive” new sources of revenue to pay for housing and other basic services, including potential local taxes on capital gains, digital advertising and buildings purposely left vacant. She has pledged to push a $1 billion bond to build more homes and new protections for renters, who make up 56 percent of the city.

“There was a time when we saw Seattle as kind of a laboratory for progressive policy,” Ms. Wilson said in an interview this fall. “And that time’s not now anymore. But why can’t it be?”

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1. 0:00.000 - 3:03.300 Intermission
2. 3:03.300 - 8:55.000 Opening Chat & Show Roadmap
3. 8:55.000 - 9:47.500 Unpaid/Self Promotion
4. 9:59.500 - 11:46.000 Thumbnail & Deep Dive Preview
5. 11:46.000 - 11:57.000 Interaction Reminder
6. 12:06.000 - 31:00.500 The Panic of Privilege: Upper East Side Moms vs. Zohran Mamdani
7. 31:00.500 - 31:04.000 Interaction Reminder
8. 31:09.500 - 1:24:24.500 The MAGA Civil War: Nick Fuentes Declares the Movement Dead
9. 1:24:35.500 - 1:44:43.500 A Journalistic Reckoning: Anna Kasparian Apologizes to Aaron Mate
10. 1:44:43.500 - 1:48:27.500 Documentary Promo: "Removed" In-Person Screening
11. 1:48:27.500 - 2:12:33.500 The Charlie Kirk Tapes: Backstage at the MAGA Rebellion
12. 2:12:33.500 - 3:08:15.000 The "Big Club" Exposed: Shocking Epstein Email Updates
13. 3:08:15.000 - 3:08:49.500 Viewer Poll: Epstein Email Surprise?
14. 3:08:49.500 - 3:14:24.500 Outro & Tuesday Teaser
15. 3:14:24.500 - 3:15:08.821 Endcards/Credits

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Summary with Timestamps & Analysis

0:00.000 - 3:03.300 | Intro: DMX "Meet Me Outside" Theme

• Analysis: Sabby Sabs opens with a high-energy DMX soundtrack, immediately setting a confrontational and unapologetic tone. The "Meet Me Outside" theme frames the entire episode as a call to confront corruption and hypocrisy head-on.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The show is a direct response to widespread frustration with the political establishment.
  • The Epstein case is positioned as the prime example of corruption that needs public confrontation.

3:03.300 - 8:55.000 | Opening Chat & Show Roadmap

• Analysis: Sabby grounds the show in community interaction, reading live chat comments that touch on Epstein, Gaza, and economic anxiety. She then provides a clear roadmap for the episode, framing the stories as examples of a corrupt "big club."
• Key Takeaways:
  • Viewer sentiment is focused on elite corruption and its bipartisan nature.
  • The night's stories are interconnected by themes of power, privilege, and deception.

8:55.000 - 9:47.500 | Unpaid/Self Promotion: Supporting the Show

• Analysis: A standard but necessary segment where Sabby acknowledges and thanks her patrons and members for their financial support, which keeps the show independent.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The show relies on direct audience support, not corporate sponsors.
  • This model is presented as crucial for maintaining editorial independence.

9:59.500 - 11:46.000 | Thumbnail & Deep Dive Preview

• Analysis: Sabby uses the episode's thumbnail to visually introduce the main topics: Epstein's "big club" (featuring Trump and Clinton), the MAGA civil war, and other key stories. This segment builds anticipation for the deep dives to come.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The episode will connect cultural and political stories.
  • The central thesis is that a network of powerful individuals operates above the law.

11:46.000 - 11:57.000 | Interaction Reminder

• Analysis: A quick, direct call-to-action for viewers to like and subscribe to the channel to help with algorithmic visibility and growth.
• Key Takeaways:
  • Standard YouTube practice to boost engagement.

12:06.000 - 31:00.500 | Segment 1: The Panic of Privilege: Upper East Side Moms vs. Zohran Mamdani

• Analysis: Sabby dissects a viral article about wealthy New York mothers panicking over the election of Mayor Zohran Mamdani. She frames their fear not as a concern for safety, but as a reaction to a loss of status and the perceived threat of diversity and inclusion.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The backlash is rooted in classism, Islamophobia, and a "forever victim" mentality from a position of extreme privilege.
  • Sabby characterizes the subjects as "wine moms" with nannies, disconnected from the realities of most New Yorkers.
  • Mamdani's outreach to all communities is presented as a direct challenge to their insulated worldview.

31:00.500 - 31:04.000 | Interaction Reminder

• Analysis: A brief mid-show reminder to engage with the content.
• Key Takeaways:
  • Maintaining viewer engagement throughout a long-form show.

31:09.500 - 1:24:24.500 | Segment 2: The MAGA Civil War: Nick Fuentes Declares the Movement Dead

• Analysis: A comprehensive breakdown of Nick Fuentes's viral critique that "MAGA is done." Sabby agrees with his core argument: Trump has been co-opted by the donor class, breaking promises on the economy, immigration, and foreign policy. The segment also highlights the growing anti-war, anti-AIPAC faction within the right.
• Key Takeaways:
  • Trump's populism is revealed as a "Trojan horse" for standard GOP donor-serving policies.
  • A significant realignment is occurring within conservatism, moving away from neoconservatism and unconditional support for Israel.
  • Figures like Ben Shapiro are losing influence to populist voices like Tucker Carlson.

1:24:35.500 - 1:44:43.500 | Segment 3: A Journalistic Reckoning: Anna Kasparian Apologizes to Aaron Mate

• Analysis: Sabby covers the unexpected public apology from The Young Turks' Anna Kasparian to journalist Aaron Mate for years of baseless smears. She praises this as a rare act of maturity and accountability in the independent media space.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The apology vindicates Mate's early, accurate reporting on Russiagate and Syria that challenged mainstream narratives.
  • It serves as a case study in how dissent from approved narratives is often met with character assassination.
  • Sabby hopes this marks a shift toward more good-faith dialogue.

1:44:43.500 - 1:48:27.500 | Documentary Promo: "Removed" In-Person Screening

• Analysis: A promotional segment for Sabby's documentary, "Removed," which investigates the erosion of Black political power and community in Boston, focusing on Mayor Michelle Wu's policies.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The documentary tackles themes of "black erasure" and systemic displacement.
  • The in-person premiere is sold out, building anticipation for the online release.

1:48:27.500 - 2:12:33.500 | Segment 4: The Charlie Kirk Tapes: Backstage at the MAGA Rebellion

• Analysis: Using footage from Megyn Kelly, Sabby reveals that the late Charlie Kirk privately encouraged Tucker Carlson to "go max" and challenge the establishment on Israel and Epstein at a Turning Point USA event, despite donor pressure to silence him.
• Key Takeaways:
  • Kirk's public persona was constrained by donors, but he privately supported the populist rebellion.
  • This revelation exposes the hypocrisy of Turning Point USA's current leadership, which is trying to suppress these same views.
  • It proves the internal civil war within the conservative movement is real and heated.

2:12:33.500 - 3:08:15.000 | Segment 5: The "Big Club" Exposed: Shocking Epstein Email Updates

• Analysis: The main event of the show. Sabby conducts a detailed forensic analysis of the newly released Epstein emails, providing evidence of a bipartisan network of power, intelligence ties, and a cover-up that reaches the highest levels of the Trump administration.
• Key Takeaways:
  • Trump Lied: Evidence shows contact with Epstein in 2017, disproving his claim of a 15-year separation.
  • Bipartisan Network: Emails implicate figures from Trump and Clinton worlds to Obama advisers and billionaire elites.
  • Cover-Up: The Trump White House actively pressured lawmakers to block the release of these files.
  • Public Backlash: Polls show Trump's approval is collapsing over his handling of the case.

3:08:15.000 - 3:08:49.500 | Viewer Poll: Epstein Email Surprise?

• Analysis: A live poll reveals that the vast majority (76%) of the audience is not surprised by the Epstein revelations, indicating a deep-seated distrust in institutions.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The audience is politically savvy and expects corruption from the powerful.

3:08:49.500 - 3:14:24.500 | Outro & Tuesday Teaser

• Analysis: Sabby signs off, and co-host Eric takes over to read super chats and tease the upcoming Tuesday show, which will feature the online premiere of Sabby's documentary.
• Key Takeaways:
  • The community is energized and engaged with the topics discussed.
  • The next show is a major event centered around Sabby's investigative work.

3:14:24.500 - 3:15:08.821 | Endcards/Credits

• Analysis: Standard end-of-video procedure with credits and links.
• Key Takeaways:
  • Conclusion of the broadcast.

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/38952809

Ms. Wilson, a self-described socialist, joined the race after Mayor Bruce Harrell opposed taxing high-income residents to finance construction of new housing.

https://archive.ph/sS7E3

Ms. Wilson is a co-founder of the Transit Riders Union, an advocacy group behind a number of local measures to expand transit access, increase renter protections and add housing through new and higher taxes on the rich. She had never sought public office before this year, and was prompted to enter Seattle’s mayoral race only after the incumbent, Bruce Harrell, became the public face of an effort to block a new tax on high earners to pay for housing construction.

The central issue of the campaign was the high price of housing in Seattle, a topic that came up repeatedly...

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/38953544

Nov. 13, 2025

• Take action: Defend students under attack.
• Take action: Block the Bombs.
• What we’re listening to: JVP Radio.
• What we’re reading: Discriminating against dissent.
• Ms. Rachel calls out anti-Palestinian bias at the NY Times.

Sarah, a 44-year-old single mother in Maryland, was down to the last $20 on her EBT card as of Monday, wondering how she would feed herself and her two preteen boys as the government shutdown dragged on. She’d been out of work since May, after the Trump administration made sweeping cuts to federal contracts and eliminated her job in public health.

She had been rationing her Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits for over a month, unsure of when, if ever, the deposit would hit her account again. “It’s been awful,” said Sarah, who asked to be identified by her first name only because she fears speaking out could hurt her job search. But the Maryland mom said she was willing to sacrifice if it meant millions of Americans could afford their health insurance.

“The pitch they made, it made sense,” Sarah told The Intercept. “Everyone knew it was going to be painful, but it was important … and they just wasted it all.”

The Intercept spoke with four SNAP recipients who said they’re furious that Democrats squandered the sacrifice they made for the last month to ensure access to health care for millions of Americans — just as voters rewarded the party for finally fighting back against Republicans with major electoral victories last week.

“We sacrificed and we would continue to sacrifice because we understood what the stakes were. People’s health care was at stake,” said Delight Worthyn, 67, a SNAP recipient with lupus living in New Haven, Connecticut. “And that they would cave for nothing after we have all gone through this. … I only feel betrayed.”

'Israeli' President Isaac Herzog has received a letter from US President Donald Trump urging him to consider granting a pardon to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Herzog's office confirmed Wednesday.

Trump’s request comes as Netanyahu faces a long-running corruption trial, in which he denies all charges and has pleaded not guilty.

In the letter, Trump wrote, “While I absolutely respect the independence of the Israeli Justice System, and its requirements, I believe that this ‘case’ against Bibi, who has fought alongside me for a long time, including against the very tough adversary of Israel, Iran, is a political, unjustified prosecution.”

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) was hospitalized on Thursday after suffering facial injuries from a fall during a walk near his home in Western Pennsylvania.

According to a Fetterman spokesperson, the Pennsylvania Democrat was transported to a Pittsburgh hospital “out of an abundance of caution.”

“During an early morning walk, Senator Fetterman sustained a fall near his home in Braddock,” the spokesperson said.

“Upon evaluation, it was established he had a ventricular fibrillation flare-up that led to Senator Fetterman feeling light-headed, falling to the ground and hitting his face with minor injuries,” the spokesperson added. “He is doing well and receiving routine observation at the hospital. He has opted to stay so doctors can fine-tune his medication regimen.”

Put aside for a second the question of whether a left government is feasible or not. Pretend it is.

Practical question: what would it mean for a newly elected left government to take a hammer to the capitalist state, the way Bannon talks about the trumpist takeover, by "flooding the zone"? Let's say we get power tomorrow, what do we do so that by the time the right regroups we have completely changed the game in ways that the institutions (courts etc) don't have time to react? How do we hurt them the way they hurt us?

A disturbing email released as part of the House Oversight Committee’s 20,000-page document dump on Wednesday revealed a chummy relationship between Jeffrey Epstein and Tom Barrack, a private equity investor who currently serves as the U.S. ambassador to Turkey.

Republicans on the House committee made the Epstein-related files public after Democrats on the committee released a handful of damning emails between the late sex offender and journalist Michael Wolff earlier in the day.

In the emails, Epstein asserts that President Donald Trump not only knew about the parade of young and underage girls he sexually exploited but had once spent “hours” with one of them.

In March 2016, Epstein emailed Barrack: “send photos of you and child. — make me smile.”

cross-posted from: https://europe.pub/post/6464070

Folks, it's happening!

If the Constitution is being ignored and the law is not being enforced then does it really exist?

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/38974260

When the city becomes a “luxury product,” even the comfortable start to rebel.

https://t.co/hHgbUFXwRd
By Eliza Shapiro
Nov. 7, 2025

But she also wonders how long her children can reasonably share a single bedroom, with curtains surrounding each of their beds. And when she and her husband look for larger apartments nearby in Kensington, their relatively affordable neighborhood, everything is out of their price range.

“It doesn’t feel like there’s any next step that we could reasonably achieve,” Ms. Schutzengel said.

It’s a feeling that is shared by a constituency of young-ish, middle-class-ish New Yorkers who are disillusioned by a city of shimmering wealth that they can’t quite seem to access. Rather than seeing a New York of boundless possibility — or at least of apartments with in-unit washers and dryers — they see a mirage.

And now they have helped to make Zohran Mamdani the city’s next mayor.