Yesterday, thousands of individuals rallied outside the Treasury Department to voice their outrage against Elon Musk being handed the keys to the Executive Branch.
Everyone who is concerned, but also frightened and clueless about what to do, should read this. Bravo, Ezra! Brava as always, Jen! Hope? Wow. I was actually motivated to subscribe to Indivisible and call my Senators' Washington offices - left a message at one (Schumer), got a busy signal for the other (Gillibrand).
Yesterday I called my Congressman (Lawler). I intend to keep doing that on a regular basis. And expand my list!
How hard is this? It's a lot better than wringing my hands!!!
Why cant Musk and friends just be arrested? What is stopping the congress --or anyone-- from calling police and having them arrested for trespassing and theft? Regardless of whether it sticks, it should be done. Now . Have you seen anything written on this? Please share.
I think it's a matter of jurisdiction - the buildings, I believe, are Federal property. You'd need US Marshals to make the arrests.....and you can't tell whose side they are on....
Interesting. Still, not knowing which side theyre on, doesnt mean we dont TRY to arrest him/them to protect Americans' privacy. Its the not trying that is inexcusable.
Musk is allegedly sleeping on a sofa in the Old Executive Building, presumably because he knows damn well he could be arrested if he leaves Federal propertiy.
It seems to me that there should be many things they are doing that could be brought into court on. I think that officials are quite hesitant to confront those big bucks.
Along these lines....why can't the military be used somehow to arrest these guys? In Trumpworld, the military is going to suffer just like the rest of us - firing "DEI" hires, holding back money for protective gear and all kinds of materials that soldiers need to keep safe. Maybe this is a kooky idea, but nobody is talking about it, so I'm opening that door.
I want to know why Democrats in the Senate are still voting for Trump nomineeS, despite knowing that those same nominees—mark Rubio and Scott Besant—just to name two who received many democratic votes, are so inthrall to Trump that they are helping him violate the law. Why can't Schumer hold his caucus together?
In my fleeting charitible moments, DIane, I imagine at least some of our Dem senators are conserving their fire to vote down Russel Vought, the most dangerous and central of Trump's cadre of clowns. Let's not forget that the OMB holds the purse strings for governmental expenditures AND that he is one of the main architects of Project 2025, and a religious fanatic, a white supremacist and a generally hateful human being.
Mr. Levin is 100% correct concerning the tools that Democrats have in hand and are not utilizing due to their own complacency.
We need to start # tagging every message and email to representatives with #constantquorumcalls #blanketopposition #withholdunanimousconsent and hold them accountable.
Thousands rallied around the country today - 50/50/1 - important to note.
I walked with our American flag to the State Capitol at noon here in Sacramento - at least a couple thousand folks peacefully protesting.
A fellow with a phone asked to interview me - audio and first name only - maybe because of the real cloth flag and how high I was holding it. I love my country and we all reclaim the flag. We know patriots vs. treasonous scoundrels and nitwits.
There were some upside down flags there too - which is also appropriate in that we are a nation in distress.
The signage by the way is just great to note. I’ve got video and pics.
People are fired up about this!
I think this 02/05/2025 “50 protests 50 states 1 day” - must be the first of many.
My favorite chant was “DO YOUR JOB, CONGRESS!” Among others.
I want to manifest that GOOD is going to come of We the People standing up and resisting.
Thank you so much for this interview!! Please do it again. I will be working with Indivisible and my local Women’s Dem organization to get an Indivisible group going here. 👍🏼🤛🏽🤜🏻👊🏿
I visited my NM Senators local offices yesterday. Both of the NM senators voted for Chris Wright for Secretary of Energy. I was not able to get an answer as to why they voted this way. I used the Indivisible National points to argue that they need to step up and be leaders. I was told there was no way that they were in favor of shutting down the senate, or the other points I was pushing them on. Very concerning.
This is just what I wanted to see and hear! MSM is NOT covering the resistance, so it’s reassuring to see it here. Activate the echo chamber that Jen has mentioned and continue broadcasting this information!
I attended my first meeting last night at COMMON CAUSE and learned of the many, many options to join together and win this battle. Thank you for the information on INDIVISIBLE.
So Trump/Elon is mandating federal workers to go back to work in the office,but Senators don't want to go to the Senate floor? Mandate them to "go to the office".
Everyone who is concerned, but also frightened and clueless about what to do, should read this. Bravo, Ezra! Brava as always, Jen! Hope? Wow. I was actually motivated to subscribe to Indivisible and call my Senators' Washington offices - left a message at one (Schumer), got a busy signal for the other (Gillibrand).
Yesterday I called my Congressman (Lawler). I intend to keep doing that on a regular basis. And expand my list!
How hard is this? It's a lot better than wringing my hands!!!
Not that hard Judith but, as you know, exceedingly powerful if magnified by the hundreds of thousands.
Yes, ma'am!
Yes! I tried again today. Schumer's mailbox was full (good sign?), so I went to his Web site and left a long message.
Why cant Musk and friends just be arrested? What is stopping the congress --or anyone-- from calling police and having them arrested for trespassing and theft? Regardless of whether it sticks, it should be done. Now . Have you seen anything written on this? Please share.
I think it's a matter of jurisdiction - the buildings, I believe, are Federal property. You'd need US Marshals to make the arrests.....and you can't tell whose side they are on....
Interesting. Still, not knowing which side theyre on, doesnt mean we dont TRY to arrest him/them to protect Americans' privacy. Its the not trying that is inexcusable.
But they don't live in federal government buildings catch them to and from where they are living..use any of the Police forces in DC
Musk is allegedly sleeping on a sofa in the Old Executive Building, presumably because he knows damn well he could be arrested if he leaves Federal propertiy.
I wonder about that. I wish they could be arrested.
It seems to me that there should be many things they are doing that could be brought into court on. I think that officials are quite hesitant to confront those big bucks.
What frightens me is that possibility that they won't respect court decisions.
Good question. I am wondering the same thing?
Along these lines....why can't the military be used somehow to arrest these guys? In Trumpworld, the military is going to suffer just like the rest of us - firing "DEI" hires, holding back money for protective gear and all kinds of materials that soldiers need to keep safe. Maybe this is a kooky idea, but nobody is talking about it, so I'm opening that door.
The names and photos of the 6 young men doing the computer hacking is all ove the internet. I have them! Don't even know if they are citizens.
It should be pointed out that Musk's hacking of Federal payout systems affects EVERYONE regardless of their political affiliation.
I want to know why Democrats in the Senate are still voting for Trump nomineeS, despite knowing that those same nominees—mark Rubio and Scott Besant—just to name two who received many democratic votes, are so inthrall to Trump that they are helping him violate the law. Why can't Schumer hold his caucus together?
In my fleeting charitible moments, DIane, I imagine at least some of our Dem senators are conserving their fire to vote down Russel Vought, the most dangerous and central of Trump's cadre of clowns. Let's not forget that the OMB holds the purse strings for governmental expenditures AND that he is one of the main architects of Project 2025, and a religious fanatic, a white supremacist and a generally hateful human being.
Mr. Levin is 100% correct concerning the tools that Democrats have in hand and are not utilizing due to their own complacency.
We need to start # tagging every message and email to representatives with #constantquorumcalls #blanketopposition #withholdunanimousconsent and hold them accountable.
If they aren't fighting or even giving minimal help, call them out as collaborating with a Nazi.
https://www.wonkette.com/p/treat-all-republicans-as-nazi-collaborators
Thousands rallied around the country today - 50/50/1 - important to note.
I walked with our American flag to the State Capitol at noon here in Sacramento - at least a couple thousand folks peacefully protesting.
A fellow with a phone asked to interview me - audio and first name only - maybe because of the real cloth flag and how high I was holding it. I love my country and we all reclaim the flag. We know patriots vs. treasonous scoundrels and nitwits.
There were some upside down flags there too - which is also appropriate in that we are a nation in distress.
The signage by the way is just great to note. I’ve got video and pics.
People are fired up about this!
I think this 02/05/2025 “50 protests 50 states 1 day” - must be the first of many.
My favorite chant was “DO YOUR JOB, CONGRESS!” Among others.
I want to manifest that GOOD is going to come of We the People standing up and resisting.
Totally agree we need people in the streets everyday
Thank you so much for this interview!! Please do it again. I will be working with Indivisible and my local Women’s Dem organization to get an Indivisible group going here. 👍🏼🤛🏽🤜🏻👊🏿
I visited my NM Senators local offices yesterday. Both of the NM senators voted for Chris Wright for Secretary of Energy. I was not able to get an answer as to why they voted this way. I used the Indivisible National points to argue that they need to step up and be leaders. I was told there was no way that they were in favor of shutting down the senate, or the other points I was pushing them on. Very concerning.
I wonder how quick congress would turn around if Musk decided to go after their salaries to help fix the national debt? Just a thought...
This is just what I wanted to see and hear! MSM is NOT covering the resistance, so it’s reassuring to see it here. Activate the echo chamber that Jen has mentioned and continue broadcasting this information!
I attended my first meeting last night at COMMON CAUSE and learned of the many, many options to join together and win this battle. Thank you for the information on INDIVISIBLE.
So Trump/Elon is mandating federal workers to go back to work in the office,but Senators don't want to go to the Senate floor? Mandate them to "go to the office".
Thank you! This was informative for making requests to senators:
Blanket opposition
Withhold unanimous consent
Constant quorum calls
Also indivisible!
BRAVO. This was helpful and inspiring. Love hearing the stats about increasing numbers of Indivisible groups forming around the country!
Such good info!
How do I know if a senator agrees/calls for "blanket opposition" and/or "quorum calls"?
Well done Ezra and the Indivisible team!