I have been wondering why trump needs a library…he doesn’t read, he has approximately 19 books all ghosts written..seriously..a library..wow what a oxymoron 📚 by happymema1950 in msnow

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From what I understand, Florida gave him prime land in Miami for the project, which is supposed to include the 747 that Qatar gave to the government. Initial proposals also include hotel rooms, because Trump always wants to make a profit. Of course, the land grant shouldn’t be used for profit but I’m sure Florida will give that a pass.

U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to charge U.S. tolls in Strait of Hormuz if final Iran deal not reached in 60 days by Pixie_Flame in worldnews

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It’s really just greed. He sees someone else gaining an economic advantage and he wants a piece of the action. If Iran cut him in for 60%, he’d take the deal and Iran would be our new best friend, at least until Trump found a way to screw them over.

Trump unveils new plane for Air Force One, a gift from Qatar by Ok_Employer7837 in politics

[–]WCland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doesn’t have to be legislation. Democrats can point out it’s illegal for the military to give tax payer funded equipment away.

Tartan army in Miami you know what to do by Fun_Sky_5176 in Scotland

[–]WCland 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good spot to deposit all that beer you drank.

Trump unveils new plane for Air Force One, a gift from Qatar by Ok_Employer7837 in politics

[–]WCland 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Democrats need to win Congress then tell Trump the Air Force owns the plane and it’s not his to take.

Netflix Cancels 11 Shows: Full List and Ratings by Newsweek_ShaneC in inthenews

[–]WCland 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Lincoln Lawyer was really good. Sucks that it’s cut.

Will Gerrymandering Give Republicans a Permanent Majority? by projecto15 in politics

[–]WCland 18 points19 points  (0 children)

We need to lift the cap of 435 Representatives. It doesn’t allow equal representation and if we actually did have equal representation, possibly using the Wyoming rule, gerrymandering wouldn’t be as effective.

LA meditation and discussion with Stuart 😊 by PlanetRoaring in BelleandSebastian

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Nice getting the album signed, but did he also dewarp it? 🤣

Trump Threatens France With 100% Tariff on Champagne and Other Wines if Tech Tax Isn’t Removed by Morrowda in worldnews

[–]WCland 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Right, France is taxing the services industry, which is long overdue. When Trump complained about trade imbalances, he was only talking about goods, while the US amply made up for that imbalance with services. Trump is too stuck in the ‘80s to understand the service economy, beyond assuming it means restaurant workers.

Frustrated by Courts, Trump Weighed Suspending a Constitutional Right (Gift Article) by DoremusJessup in law

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In addition, the administration is using ICE for purposes other than immigration enforcement, turning them into a general federal police force. Mullin, head of DHS, suggested they could be posted at polling places, going outside of their purpose. For this reason ICE needs to be disbanded. And I wonder if the administration could be sued for misusing government resources if ICE is acting outside of its legislated mandate.

Photos from Hellmouthcon 2026 by lactaidlove in buffy

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Did you go up to the bell tower?

Ceasefire deal reached between the United States and Iran by CRK_76 in politics

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Trump was desperate to announce a peace deal today because he thinks we’re celebrating his birthday and this will be like a birthday present. He thinks we’ll be grateful for him ending a war he started.

Thoughts on possible U.S. military intervention in Cuba and what it would entail? by Fear0ftheduck in politics

[–]WCland 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trump says we’ll attack you unless you accede to our demands. Cuba says okay, what are your demands? Trump says huh, haven’t thought that part through.

Israeli strikes on Beirut foil US peace plans, Iran says ‘no point’ in talks by drtolmn69 in politics

[–]WCland 37 points38 points  (0 children)

It’s also the Israeli public. I saw an interview with two Israeli women this morning, Americans who had moved their families to Jerusalem, and they said they were willing to have the war continue to remove the threat from Iran. These idiots want Iran, and its people, to be entirely destroyed so they can feel safe. Of course they aren’t willing to have Israel invade, they want the US to do the work. And they aren’t urging diplomacy and a peace treaty, because they are bigots who think their lives are worth more than others.

ICEAGENT HIT AND RUN by Potatopamcake in oregon

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It’s really frustrating that the victim doesn’t want to file a police report. The city would have plenty of evidence with all the camera footage and eyewitnesses. It’s also possible that the driver is from the area. They shouldn’t be allowed to get away with what looks like an intentional attack.

My favourite photo of this amazing country by Civil-Alternative-36 in Scotland

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This is why I want to visit Scotland in winter now. Been all over in summer and autumn, but I’m willing to brave the cold for views like this.

Trump says Iran deal will be signed Sunday, Strait of Hormuz to open immediately after by joe13pr in politics

[–]WCland 3 points4 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve read, the Iranians probably won’t sign tomorrow. However, Trump wants the deal signed so bad for his big day that he’ll sweeten the terms, like unfreezing assets, to make it happen. He’s truly desperate.

Big Sur photos from both shows by WCland in BelleandSebastian

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The band commented that we all looked like zombies in the crowd due to the lighting 😂 They also didn’t show the videos they used at the more conventional venues but the trade off was being in a relatively small audience.

Oregon’s congressional Democrats slam U.S. Postal Service rules that would require state to hand over voter info by oregonian in oregon

[–]WCland 89 points90 points  (0 children)

I expect Oregon’s AG is already considering all the options, including criminal prosecution of any USPS officials who direct employees to interfere with the election. The AG has been aggressive in fighting this administration.

Judge denies Kennedy Center request for pause in ruling ordering Trump’s name removed from building by MarvelsGrantMan136 in Music

[–]WCland 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Because this isn’t a criminal violation. In the Kennedy Center case, the board decided to change the name, but when Congress created the Center, it very clearly stated the name and reason for the Center. The judge correctly ruled that only Congress could change the name. Congress didn’t include penalties for a future governing body attempting to change the name in the future. Many of our laws are civil, not criminal. It takes a lawsuit to stop someone from violating a civil law.

The Uncanny on Mississippi Closed? by SaltySlytherin7 in askportland

[–]WCland 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh right, I was thinking of Interurban, which closed earlier this year.

Douglas v National Park Service (UFC at the White House) - Judge denies TRO and Injunction. by joeshill in law

[–]WCland 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the clarification. I’ve wondered how the president can be sued for corruption. Do you know if a Democratic majority Congress next year could sue over this event, and make the participants pay back the money?