Brandon Caples
@bcaples.bsky.social
Interested in data/analytics, email development, and marketing automation. Currently an email developer.
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It’s insane that people in Congress are paid over $174K a year in taxpayer dollars whilst making millions of dollars from insider trading whilst getting 18 vacations a year as Americans all over the country struggle to pay for rent, gas and groceries.
September 17, 2026 at 4:59 AM
It’s insane that people in Congress are paid over $174K a year in taxpayer dollars whilst making millions of dollars from insider trading whilst getting 18 vacations a year as Americans all over the country struggle to pay for rent, gas and groceries.
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A CNN investigation reveals Russia likely provided crucial satellite information about U.S. bases, giving Tehran a major advantage in the war. And not a word from Senile Satan.
September 17, 2026 at 1:55 AM
A CNN investigation reveals Russia likely provided crucial satellite information about U.S. bases, giving Tehran a major advantage in the war. And not a word from Senile Satan.
“Following the United States and Israeli attacks on 28 February, the mission found reasonable grounds to believe the United States committed the war crime of launching indiscriminate attacks resulting in the loss of life or injury to civilians or damage to civilian objects.”
apnews.com
September 17, 2026 at 11:23 AM
“Following the United States and Israeli attacks on 28 February, the mission found reasonable grounds to believe the United States committed the war crime of launching indiscriminate attacks resulting in the loss of life or injury to civilians or damage to civilian objects.”
Yes, please.
Can we try electing a President who doesn’t hate us next time? This sucks.
September 17, 2026 at 1:07 AM
Yes, please.
The RNC Midterm Convention had about 3 million viewers, compared to the Seahawks-Patriots game with 25 million.
“Fox News averaged 2.5 million viewers during the speech, an underwhelming total given that the cable network attracts almost as many viewers on a normal night.”
“Fox News averaged 2.5 million viewers during the speech, an underwhelming total given that the cable network attracts almost as many viewers on a normal night.”
Trump said the GOP’s midterm convention outperformed the NFL. Ratings show otherwise | CNN Business
There were two big events on television last Wednesday night: President Donald Trump’s speech at the Republican Party’s midterm convention, and the NFL’s 2025-26 season kickoff game between the Seattl...
www.cnn.com
September 15, 2026 at 8:43 PM
The RNC Midterm Convention had about 3 million viewers, compared to the Seahawks-Patriots game with 25 million.
“Fox News averaged 2.5 million viewers during the speech, an underwhelming total given that the cable network attracts almost as many viewers on a normal night.”
“Fox News averaged 2.5 million viewers during the speech, an underwhelming total given that the cable network attracts almost as many viewers on a normal night.”
If you're a praying person, please pray for my family today. Our bonus kiddos (foster care) are going home today.
September 15, 2026 at 11:40 AM
If you're a praying person, please pray for my family today. Our bonus kiddos (foster care) are going home today.
“There is only one thing that I'm really sure of;
I'm going to hear it when my Savior calls me home.”
— You Never Even Call Me by My Name, Steve Goodman
I'm going to hear it when my Savior calls me home.”
— You Never Even Call Me by My Name, Steve Goodman
September 14, 2026 at 12:31 PM
“There is only one thing that I'm really sure of;
I'm going to hear it when my Savior calls me home.”
— You Never Even Call Me by My Name, Steve Goodman
I'm going to hear it when my Savior calls me home.”
— You Never Even Call Me by My Name, Steve Goodman
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I think it's important for the Fed to do what's best for the economy based on the data. It is the WH who has played politics by relentlessly pressuring and threatening a Fed Chair and governors with criminal prosecutions after not cutting rates. bsky.app/profile/atru...
Hassett threatens Warsh: "I'd be wary of a rake hike. The Fed has had hiked rates ahead of an election only a couple times all the way back to 1913. So I think if you want an independent Fed, one thing the Fed does is stay out of the way of elections."
September 13, 2026 at 4:58 PM
I think it's important for the Fed to do what's best for the economy based on the data. It is the WH who has played politics by relentlessly pressuring and threatening a Fed Chair and governors with criminal prosecutions after not cutting rates. bsky.app/profile/atru...
Trump, from his golf club in Ireland, has called on Ukraine to stop striking Russian oil targets, which literally fuel Russia's war.
September 13, 2026 at 2:14 PM
Trump, from his golf club in Ireland, has called on Ukraine to stop striking Russian oil targets, which literally fuel Russia's war.
U.S. President Twists Yet Another Knife in the Side of Country He Governs
The unstoppable @mhackman.bsky.social of @wsj.com reported on this over the summer, when most of us had only heard disturbing rumors.
Exclusive | U.S. Weighs $100,000 Fee for Foreign Students Wanting to Work After Graduation
The proposed policy would particularly affect Silicon Valley, Wall Street and universities.
www.wsj.com
September 13, 2026 at 6:10 AM
U.S. President Twists Yet Another Knife in the Side of Country He Governs
I just don't see the point of a foldable phone.
September 13, 2026 at 6:02 AM
I just don't see the point of a foldable phone.
The brilliant businessman spends all of the country's money on wars, immigration enforcement, and vanity projects but makes cuts to cash cows like the National Parks Service.
$25 million in national park project funds blocked by Trump administration: Report
The Trump administration has reportedly blocked more than 130 planned projects at national parks across the country, putting more than $25 million worth of funding on hold. The Interior Department,…
thehill.com
September 13, 2026 at 1:30 AM
The brilliant businessman spends all of the country's money on wars, immigration enforcement, and vanity projects but makes cuts to cash cows like the National Parks Service.
Food safety experts Bill Marler and Brian Ronholm have criticisms for the current U.S. regulatory system.
“Ronholm described it as ‘a Jenga tower’ that has become unstable. He said budget cuts and layoffs have reduced inspections, outbreak surveillance, and food safety research.”
“Ronholm described it as ‘a Jenga tower’ that has become unstable. He said budget cuts and layoffs have reduced inspections, outbreak surveillance, and food safety research.”
Why so many Americans keep getting foodborne illnesses
Every time there’s a major foodborne illness outbreak, government regulators and food processors typically reassure consumers by saying something like, “America
komonews.com
September 13, 2026 at 1:26 AM
Food safety experts Bill Marler and Brian Ronholm have criticisms for the current U.S. regulatory system.
“Ronholm described it as ‘a Jenga tower’ that has become unstable. He said budget cuts and layoffs have reduced inspections, outbreak surveillance, and food safety research.”
“Ronholm described it as ‘a Jenga tower’ that has become unstable. He said budget cuts and layoffs have reduced inspections, outbreak surveillance, and food safety research.”
It's irresponsible to legitimize Trump's illegal vote bribe scheme by writing an article that doesn't mention its legality.
apnews.com
September 10, 2026 at 8:08 PM
It's irresponsible to legitimize Trump's illegal vote bribe scheme by writing an article that doesn't mention its legality.
Trump has offered $5,000 in socialism to every American if Republicans win the midterms. 😆
Beyond desperation, that's illegal under the Voting Rights Act, 52 U.S.C. §10307(c).
It would also never happen since he is incapable of delivering any of his promises.
Beyond desperation, that's illegal under the Voting Rights Act, 52 U.S.C. §10307(c).
It would also never happen since he is incapable of delivering any of his promises.
Trump offers $5,000 to every American if Republicans win midterm elections
President Donald Trump said he would pay every American adult a "Trump dividend" if Republicans retain control of Congress, an extraordinary attempt to persuade voters to back his party.
www.reuters.com
September 10, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Trump has offered $5,000 in socialism to every American if Republicans win the midterms. 😆
Beyond desperation, that's illegal under the Voting Rights Act, 52 U.S.C. §10307(c).
It would also never happen since he is incapable of delivering any of his promises.
Beyond desperation, that's illegal under the Voting Rights Act, 52 U.S.C. §10307(c).
It would also never happen since he is incapable of delivering any of his promises.
I realize the algorithms target me personally, but it really seems like the entire country is demanding that unwilling Republican candidates debate their eager opponents.
September 9, 2026 at 4:09 AM
I realize the algorithms target me personally, but it really seems like the entire country is demanding that unwilling Republican candidates debate their eager opponents.
The CEO of Coinbase doesn't believe charitable foundations are good for society. But he does sponsor video game tournaments.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, worth $9.3 billion, says he refuses to set up a charitable foundation
Brian Armstrong says charities and philanthropies "are actually net negative on the world."
finance.yahoo.com
September 7, 2026 at 10:30 PM
The CEO of Coinbase doesn't believe charitable foundations are good for society. But he does sponsor video game tournaments.
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ProPublica spoke to dozens of people who had lived in homeless encampments when cities cleared them out in “sweeps.”
We distributed notecards so people could tell us about the toll in their own words.
➡️ This is what they wrote:
We distributed notecards so people could tell us about the toll in their own words.
➡️ This is what they wrote:
September 6, 2026 at 3:00 AM
ProPublica spoke to dozens of people who had lived in homeless encampments when cities cleared them out in “sweeps.”
We distributed notecards so people could tell us about the toll in their own words.
➡️ This is what they wrote:
We distributed notecards so people could tell us about the toll in their own words.
➡️ This is what they wrote:
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Brazilian beef was recently rejected from the EU for failing to meet quality standards and 30,000 pounds of Argentinian meat was recalled in Texas and Florida this summer.
Trump Confirms Tariff-Free Beef Is Coming From Brazil And Argentina Amid Quality Controversies
Brazilian beef was recently rejected from the EU for failing to meet quality standards and 30,000 pounds of Argentinian meat was recalled in Texas and Florida this summer.
www.forbes.com
September 5, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Brazilian beef was recently rejected from the EU for failing to meet quality standards and 30,000 pounds of Argentinian meat was recalled in Texas and Florida this summer.
“Another example of the urgent need to close for renovation and revitalization, as our Chairman President Trump has championed ... This structural failure stems from decades of neglect and deferred maintenance by the previous leadership.”
September 5, 2026 at 9:37 PM
“Another example of the urgent need to close for renovation and revitalization, as our Chairman President Trump has championed ... This structural failure stems from decades of neglect and deferred maintenance by the previous leadership.”
Happy birthday to this ragamuffin!
September 5, 2026 at 12:29 AM
Happy birthday to this ragamuffin!
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NEW: The federal prosecutor who charged ICE agent Christian Castro for lying about shooting Sosa-Celia has now been FIRED. He objected to the DoJ stopping him from charging a civil rights violation. And now he’s fired. www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-min...
Federal prosecutor fired after investigating ICE officer for civil rights offenses in Minnesota shooting, sources say
A federal prosecutor in Minnesota who was investigating an ICE officer for possible civil rights crimes has been fired, four sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
www.cbsnews.com
September 4, 2026 at 2:57 AM
NEW: The federal prosecutor who charged ICE agent Christian Castro for lying about shooting Sosa-Celia has now been FIRED. He objected to the DoJ stopping him from charging a civil rights violation. And now he’s fired. www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-min...
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September 3, 2026 at 6:47 PM
I think this is a great idea.
September 3, 2026 at 12:17 PM
I think this is a great idea.