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This weekend’s “No Kings” protests drew massive participation nationwide. As I’m sure many do, I have wondered about the impact of these protests and, more broadly, the future of our country as it continues its rapid course toward total authoritarianism. In conversations with friends and colleagues, I came across an academic theory that I think offers an interesting and productive rubric for analyzing mass protests.
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Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
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Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
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“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
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This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
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“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
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Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
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NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
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The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
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And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
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Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
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And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
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Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
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What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
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The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
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Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
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What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
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Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
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Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
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—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
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And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
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Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
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Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
So where do the “No Kings” protests fit into this section? Well, they were clearly, to borrow a Trumpism, huge. And, as our own Josh Marshall wrote earlier today, their patriotic and colonial branding and lack of detailed demands are all optimally designed to attract a broad base of support. “No Kings” also has a strong and stated commitment to non-violence, which is listed as a “fundamental principle” at the basis of the group’s web page. Some more radical elements of the left are irritated by this. On Instagram, ahead of last weekend’s protests, we saw some left-wing groups in New York calling for “anti-authoritarian blocs” to join the protests and refusing to be “peaceful and respectful.”
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
“Or when they look at the number of people involved, they may just come to the conclusion that the ship has sailed, and they don’t want to go down with the ship,” Chenoweth told the BBC, referring to law enforcement and troops.
So where do the “No Kings” protests fit into this section? Well, they were clearly, to borrow a Trumpism, huge. And, as our own Josh Marshall wrote earlier today, their patriotic and colonial branding and lack of detailed demands are all optimally designed to attract a broad base of support. “No Kings” also has a strong and stated commitment to non-violence, which is listed as a “fundamental principle” at the basis of the group’s web page. Some more radical elements of the left are irritated by this. On Instagram, ahead of last weekend’s protests, we saw some left-wing groups in New York calling for “anti-authoritarian blocs” to join the protests and refusing to be “peaceful and respectful.”
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
Based on his research, Chenoweth identified a few factors causing these results. She believes nonviolent protests are more likely to attract broad support since they are open to those who are unwilling or unable to physically fight. And it is large-scale movements that are most likely to influence members of law enforcement and the military – a key step on the path to overthrowing an authoritarian government – because they may be reluctant to participate in the crackdown if there is a good chance that their family or friends will be in the crowd.
“Or when they look at the number of people involved, they may just come to the conclusion that the ship has sailed, and they don’t want to go down with the ship,” Chenoweth told the BBC, referring to law enforcement and troops.
So where do the “No Kings” protests fit into this section? Well, they were clearly, to borrow a Trumpism, huge. And, as our own Josh Marshall wrote earlier today, their patriotic and colonial branding and lack of detailed demands are all optimally designed to attract a broad base of support. “No Kings” also has a strong and stated commitment to non-violence, which is listed as a “fundamental principle” at the basis of the group’s web page. Some more radical elements of the left are irritated by this. On Instagram, ahead of last weekend’s protests, we saw some left-wing groups in New York calling for “anti-authoritarian blocs” to join the protests and refusing to be “peaceful and respectful.”
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
“No campaign has failed after reaching 3.5% turnout at a peak event,” Chenoweth told the BBC in 2019.
Based on his research, Chenoweth identified a few factors causing these results. She believes nonviolent protests are more likely to attract broad support since they are open to those who are unwilling or unable to physically fight. And it is large-scale movements that are most likely to influence members of law enforcement and the military – a key step on the path to overthrowing an authoritarian government – because they may be reluctant to participate in the crackdown if there is a good chance that their family or friends will be in the crowd.
“Or when they look at the number of people involved, they may just come to the conclusion that the ship has sailed, and they don’t want to go down with the ship,” Chenoweth told the BBC, referring to law enforcement and troops.
So where do the “No Kings” protests fit into this section? Well, they were clearly, to borrow a Trumpism, huge. And, as our own Josh Marshall wrote earlier today, their patriotic and colonial branding and lack of detailed demands are all optimally designed to attract a broad base of support. “No Kings” also has a strong and stated commitment to non-violence, which is listed as a “fundamental principle” at the basis of the group’s web page. Some more radical elements of the left are irritated by this. On Instagram, ahead of last weekend’s protests, we saw some left-wing groups in New York calling for “anti-authoritarian blocs” to join the protests and refusing to be “peaceful and respectful.”
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
First, they determined that nonviolent protests were twice as likely to succeed in bringing about regime change as armed conflicts. Chenoweth also identified what she considers a key threshold.
“No campaign has failed after reaching 3.5% turnout at a peak event,” Chenoweth told the BBC in 2019.
Based on his research, Chenoweth identified a few factors causing these results. She believes nonviolent protests are more likely to attract broad support since they are open to those who are unwilling or unable to physically fight. And it is large-scale movements that are most likely to influence members of law enforcement and the military – a key step on the path to overthrowing an authoritarian government – because they may be reluctant to participate in the crackdown if there is a good chance that their family or friends will be in the crowd.
“Or when they look at the number of people involved, they may just come to the conclusion that the ship has sailed, and they don’t want to go down with the ship,” Chenoweth told the BBC, referring to law enforcement and troops.
So where do the “No Kings” protests fit into this section? Well, they were clearly, to borrow a Trumpism, huge. And, as our own Josh Marshall wrote earlier today, their patriotic and colonial branding and lack of detailed demands are all optimally designed to attract a broad base of support. “No Kings” also has a strong and stated commitment to non-violence, which is listed as a “fundamental principle” at the basis of the group’s web page. Some more radical elements of the left are irritated by this. On Instagram, ahead of last weekend’s protests, we saw some left-wing groups in New York calling for “anti-authoritarian blocs” to join the protests and refusing to be “peaceful and respectful.”
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
The “3.5 percent rule” refers to the idea that no government has survived a challenge by a nonviolent mass movement that brought together at least 3.5 percent of the population in a “peak event.” This concept is largely based on the research of Harvard professor Erica Chenoweth, who with Dr. Maria J. Stephan – organizer and political scientist – created a dataset analyzing civil resistance and social movements from 1900 to 2006. Looking back over this century of protest, Chenoweth was struck to see clear trends.
First, they determined that nonviolent protests were twice as likely to succeed in bringing about regime change as armed conflicts. Chenoweth also identified what she considers a key threshold.
“No campaign has failed after reaching 3.5% turnout at a peak event,” Chenoweth told the BBC in 2019.
Based on his research, Chenoweth identified a few factors causing these results. She believes nonviolent protests are more likely to attract broad support since they are open to those who are unwilling or unable to physically fight. And it is large-scale movements that are most likely to influence members of law enforcement and the military – a key step on the path to overthrowing an authoritarian government – because they may be reluctant to participate in the crackdown if there is a good chance that their family or friends will be in the crowd.
“Or when they look at the number of people involved, they may just come to the conclusion that the ship has sailed, and they don’t want to go down with the ship,” Chenoweth told the BBC, referring to law enforcement and troops.
So where do the “No Kings” protests fit into this section? Well, they were clearly, to borrow a Trumpism, huge. And, as our own Josh Marshall wrote earlier today, their patriotic and colonial branding and lack of detailed demands are all optimally designed to attract a broad base of support. “No Kings” also has a strong and stated commitment to non-violence, which is listed as a “fundamental principle” at the basis of the group’s web page. Some more radical elements of the left are irritated by this. On Instagram, ahead of last weekend’s protests, we saw some left-wing groups in New York calling for “anti-authoritarian blocs” to join the protests and refusing to be “peaceful and respectful.”
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
And Max Rivlin-Nadler: The future of local news is charging people for it
Morning memo: Lindsey Halligan fires prosecutor who resisted indictment of Letitia James
NEW from Layla A. Jones: What Republican Lawmakers Are Costing the U.S. Economy to Avoid Funding Health Care
The rear channel: The subtle genius of “No Kings”
Kate Riga: 9th Circuit rules for Trump allow National Guard deployment to Portland
Yesterday’s most read story
Anti-Trump “No Kings” protests see massive turnout across the country
What we read
Rubio vowed to betray US informants to secure Trump’s El Salvador prison deal
Steak, butter and ice cream: MAHA launches the fight against saturated fats
The job search has become a ritual of humiliation
The “3.5 percent rule” refers to the idea that no government has survived a challenge by a nonviolent mass movement that brought together at least 3.5 percent of the population in a “peak event.” This concept is largely based on the research of Harvard professor Erica Chenoweth, who with Dr. Maria J. Stephan – organizer and political scientist – created a dataset analyzing civil resistance and social movements from 1900 to 2006. Looking back over this century of protest, Chenoweth was struck to see clear trends.
First, they determined that nonviolent protests were twice as likely to succeed in bringing about regime change as armed conflicts. Chenoweth also identified what she considers a key threshold.
“No campaign has failed after reaching 3.5% turnout at a peak event,” Chenoweth told the BBC in 2019.
Based on his research, Chenoweth identified a few factors causing these results. She believes nonviolent protests are more likely to attract broad support since they are open to those who are unwilling or unable to physically fight. And it is large-scale movements that are most likely to influence members of law enforcement and the military – a key step on the path to overthrowing an authoritarian government – because they may be reluctant to participate in the crackdown if there is a good chance that their family or friends will be in the crowd.
“Or when they look at the number of people involved, they may just come to the conclusion that the ship has sailed, and they don’t want to go down with the ship,” Chenoweth told the BBC, referring to law enforcement and troops.
So where do the “No Kings” protests fit into this section? Well, they were clearly, to borrow a Trumpism, huge. And, as our own Josh Marshall wrote earlier today, their patriotic and colonial branding and lack of detailed demands are all optimally designed to attract a broad base of support. “No Kings” also has a strong and stated commitment to non-violence, which is listed as a “fundamental principle” at the basis of the group’s web page. Some more radical elements of the left are irritated by this. On Instagram, ahead of last weekend’s protests, we saw some left-wing groups in New York calling for “anti-authoritarian blocs” to join the protests and refusing to be “peaceful and respectful.”
Ultimately, as the New Republic reports, there was virtually no violence, except for a few incidents in which pro-MAGA agitators apparently targeted the crowds. And, according to organizers, more than seven million people have participated in “No Kings” at more than 2,700 events across the country.
This scale and non-violence puts the protests on a solid footing in terms of the “3.5 percent rule.” Chenoweth has previously said that the 2017 Women’s March was likely the largest protest in U.S. history, and she estimated that the main crowd for that event numbered around four million participants. “No Kings” was almost twice as numerous and the seven million demonstrators represent about 2% of the total population.
Still, it’s not quite 3.5 percent and there are a few other caveats. After his initial research and concepts gained popularity, Chenoweth then collected more data. There are a handful of movements – notably efforts to oppose the kings of Bahrain and Brunei – that were not included in his initial research and largely failed despite crossing the threshold. However, Chenoweth blamed this on the “rare and unique national profiles” of these countries, which are “small monarchies with access to overwhelming foreign military reinforcement.” Chenoweth nonetheless insisted on “viewing the rule as a ‘rule of thumb’ rather than an iron law.” » Chenoweth also noted that “dynamics,” including the rhythm and sustain of a given movement, is another crucial factor. Finally, Chenoweth emphasized that his principle applies best to movements seeking regime change rather than more amorphous reform.
“No Kings” still has a way to go before reaching 3.5 percent. It also does not specifically call for Trump’s ouster and is instead a statement against his authoritarian style of governance. However, perhaps participants and the broader anti-Trump movement can rejoice in the principles of the “3.5% rule.” Based on some of the most important research on mass movements in political science, they are well on their way and, depending on how you count it, almost halfway there.
-Hunter Walker
No more racist GOP group chats
The man President Trump nominated to head the Office of Special Counsel sent racist texts about eliminating holidays honoring Black Americans and admitted he had “a Nazi streak” in his past, Politico reported Monday. Paul Ingrassia – who serves as the White House liaison for the Department of Homeland Security – is expected to have his Senate confirmation hearing for the position on Thursday. Earlier this month, new reports claimed that this summer, Ingrassia arranged for a lower-ranking female colleague to share a hotel room with him.
By Politico:
“MLK Jr. was the George Floyd of the 1960s and his ‘vacation’ should end and be thrown into the seventh circle of hell where they belong,” Ingrassia wrote in January 2024, according to the chat.
“Jesus Christ,” replied one participant.
Using an Italian slur for black people, Ingrassia wrote a month earlier in the group chat seen by POLITICO: “No vacation at the mill… From kwanza [sic] from mlk jr day to black history month through june 16,” then added, “Everyone needs to be eviscerated. »
—Nicole LaFond
Supreme Court to be criticized during National Guard deployments
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to stay the 7th Circuit’s ruling upholding the blockade of Illinois National Guard troops.
Chicago, in a very tight turnaround, filed its response Monday evening. He noted, among other things, that it would be foolish for the Supreme Court to “grant certiorari to review a 14-day decision.” [temporary restraining order] which has been partially suspended and which will expire, on its own terms, in three days.
Yet the city’s arguments that there has been no significant division between the circuits on the issue became harder to make minutes after the response was issued, as the 9th Circuit diverged from the 7th in allowing the Guard to deploy to Portland. A different panel on the 9th Circuit previously authorized the Guard to deploy to Los Angeles.
-Kate Riga
The Grijalva trial around the corner
The state of Arizona may soon sue House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to force him to swear in Rep.-elect Adelina Grijalva (D-AZ).
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes confirmed Saturday that his office would file a lawsuit against Johnson early this week.
“We’re not kidding,” Mayes told NBC affiliate 12News during a news conference Saturday. “The state of Arizona, as of today, is now officially without representation in the House of Representatives. We are down one representative, and that is unacceptable for our state.”
This comes after the Arizona attorney general’s office sent a letter to Johnson last week demanding that Grijalva be “immediately sworn in.”
“Failure to seat Ms. Grijalva immediately or to provide a reasonable explanation as to when she will be seated will result in legal action,” the letter states.
Grijalva was not sworn in during the numerous pro forma sessions the House held last week. House Democrats tried to gain recognition for raising the issue several times on the House floor, but to no avail. And the President insisted he won’t swear in Grijalva until the House is back in session — which, based on the way Johnson played it, may not happen until after the ongoing government shutdown ends.
Grijalva won the special election to replace his late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva, in Congress about a month ago, but has not yet been able to take office. Democrats say the president is delaying the process because Grijalva will be the last vote needed on the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. Johnson had already sworn in two Republicans in a pro forma session earlier this year.
-Emine Yucel
In case you missed it
The latest in TPM’s 25th anniversary essay series examining 25 years of digital media: From Nathan J. Robinson: Why I Founded a Print Magazine at the Peak of Digital Media Craze
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