District Sentinel Radio

DSR 2/7/2024: Genocide Injunction Ignored Feb 07, 2024

-Chip Gibbons joins the two Sams to discuss the historic ICJ ruling calling on Israel to stop killing Palestinian civilians -Land Back: A look at settler colonialism and genocide in the United States -Congress responds to social media companies’ exploitation of children by allowing the exploitation to continue -An announcement from Sam K follows this week’s Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten adamfligsten.com

DSR 11/6/23: From July to October Nov 06, 2023

-A look at Israel’s defeat to Hezbollah in 2006, and its influence on the ongoing war in Gaza -An interview with Yumna Patel, Palestine News Director for Mondoweiss, who brings us up to speed on events in the West Bank and Israeli repression of dissent after October 7 -Bizarre: the military classification system is making it look like the Pentagon has something to hide from that guy who thought FDR, the Pope, and Mussolini covered up UFOs in the 1940s -Plus “Guilty or Innocent” is BACK, and the Garbage Can is dedicated 100 percent to Israel supporters To listen to future full episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/15/23: Known Unknowns Oct 15, 2023

-The Israel-Palestine conflict is entering uncharted territory. What we know is that Palestinians have the right to resist, occupied people will always fight back in asymmetrical warfare, and you shouldn’t be bullied out of stating the obvious. -Plus, an update on Sentinel Radio: we’re pulling back on weekly podcasts to focus on longer form deep-dives and interviews. Trust us, it’s gonna be better. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/10/23: They Can’t RICO Everyone Sep 10, 2023

-Stop Cop City protesters in Atlanta engage in civil disobedience, refuse to be cowed by the state’s attempts to criminalize dissent -Ron DeSanctimonious’ housing market is crashing -A drop in the oil barrel: Department of Interior drafted talking points defending Willow Project by touting $249 million investment in clean energy, per email obtained through FOIA -Pelosi, Gen Z candidate guy, Walmart, ERCOT, Manchester United, and US Open tennis fans all get nominated for the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/19/23: Uber, But For Removing Uber From Your Economy Aug 21, 2023

-Paris Marx joins Sentinel Radio to discuss Uber and tech, ten years after the ridesharing service defeated DC government regulators. -Paris helps us with the Can: Elon, Sam Altman, Cruise, and Bryan “Blood Man” Johnson are this week’s Garbage Candidates in a Tech Dipshit special To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com

FILE FOLLIES 8/14/23: So-Called Carbon Capture Aug 14, 2023

The Department of Energy is investing a small amount of money into an unproven method of fighting the effects of carbon emissions. It's the subject of Sam Knight's FOIA request this week. To listen to future District Sentinel Radio content, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/30/23: Glitch McConnell Jul 30, 2023

-The U.S. gerontocracy, Elon, PragerU, NYT, Pfizer, RFK Jr are nominated for the Garbage Can -It’s official: Oily SCOTUS approved of the Mountain Valley Pipeline -Biden dithers as millions lose Medicaid -File Follies: Not saying you should put your money under the mattress, but banks are looking extra sketchy these days Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/16/23: Won’t Someone Think of the Monopolists? *UNLOCKED* Jul 17, 2023

-FTC Chair Lina Khan is under attack this week as “populist” Republicans cry about the regulator using antitrust law to oppress huge corporations -Speaking of unassailable conglomerates, JP Morgan is readying itself to become a tech giant thanks to the Biden administration’s reaction to the spring financial crisis -House GOP pushes defense spending bonanza. Bipartisan support for cluster bombs. Take that, children decades from now. -Bog Iger, UPS executives, Joe Manchin, RFK Jr., Shake Shack founder Danny Meyer, and Elon Musk are nominated for the Garbage Can. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com

DSR 7/2/23: Making up Stuff to Make Laws *UNLOCKED* Jul 03, 2023

-The Supreme Court is ruling in favor of reactionaries, in cases based on wholesale fabrications. It’s the best. -Biden EPA abandons “Cancer Alley” civil rights investigation; the case was likely winnable, even with the current goon squad on SCOTUS -FILE FOLLIES: A company formerly run by a union-hating senator has some DOL enforcement records that we would very much like to see. -John Roberts, Nancy Pelosi, Eric Adams, Jesse Watters, and Richard Branson are nominated to the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/18/23: If You Give a Rat Austerity *UNLOCKED* Jun 18, 2023

-He’s going to ask to take food from babies: Republicans are proposing cuts in benefits to 5 million WIC participants, emboldened by Democratic Party cowardice, namely their refusal to mint the coin. -Please stop brutal racist policing, pretty please, DOJ asks Minneapolis PD -File Follies: Fintech FOIA Frenzy! Filing requests related to the Fed and FDIC reports on major bank failures -JD Vance, Secretary Mayor Pete, Francis Suarez, WSJ, Harry and Meghan, and the WSJ guy who got mad at Sam Sacks are nominated for the Garbage Can this week. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/3/2023: Too Much of a Sicko, Even for Republicans *UNLOCKED* Jun 03, 2023

-Chris Christie will never be forgiven by voters for closing the bridge, but he could humiliate Ron DeSantis in a futile bid to become Attorney General. -The end of the pandemic emergency has led to 600,000 people losing health insurance since April 1 -File Follies: Taking a look at Republican Governors’ cynical border operation, asking the feds for records -Elon, the Supreme Court and Joe Manchin get Garbage Can nominations yet again but they face tough competition from RFK Jr., the Air Force guy who “misspoke” about AI, and that landlord in Davenport, Iowa. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com This episode has been unlocked. To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/20/2023: “Dear Asshole” *UNLOCKED* May 20, 2023

-The best of the 2020 election hate mail to Louis DeJoy disclosed to us under FOIA by the USPS. -Imagine having so much money that you can make money simply by moving your own money. Capitalism is truly for sickos. -Unsurprisingly, the FBI used dragnet surveillance powers during the 2020 uprising, the Washington Post reported. -Musk, Pelosi, Clay Higgins, Florida lawmakers, Gov. Gianforte, and the people melting down about John Fetterman’s clothes are nominated for the Garbage Can. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com This episode has been unlocked. To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/Districtsentinel

DSR 5/14/23: FILE FOLLIES: USPS EDITION May 15, 2023

In June 2020, a White House aide held a “telephonic discussion” with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy two days after then-President Trump posted this tweet. Record of the call was revealed by the agency in response to our FOIA request https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1275024974579982336 This is an excerpt from the latest District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the rest of the episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/30/23: Post-Work POTUS *UNLOCKED* Apr 30, 2023

-Biden’s six hour workday is the most likable thing about him (too bad about the strikebreaking) -10 years after the Boston Marathon attack, Congress is still uninterested in evidence suggesting that Tamerlan Tsarnaev was an FBI informant -Would a Gitmo torture victim remember Ron DeSantis? He would, if Ron was laughing like a maniac, as alleged -Tucker Cucks, Montana GOP, Steven Crowder, Elon Musk, and Kyrsten Sinema are nominated to the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/16/2023: Huge Leak O’Clock *UNLOCKED* Apr 16, 2023

-It’s about time we had a huge ass leak of military secrets exposing the US government, even if the weirdo who leaked them only wanted to share them with his group chat. -Time for Clarence Thomas to be held accountable by *checks notes* the party of Dianne Feinstein. How grim. -File Follies: EPA questions Department of Energy analysis in Alaska gas export approval -Greg Abbott, Ron DeSantis, Missouri’s Attorney General, SF crime hawks, Packers Sanitation, and Dan Snyder are all nominated to the Garbage Can this week. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/9/23: FILE FOLLIES: DHS vs. Antifa *UNLOCKED* Apr 09, 2023

-Emails from 2020 obtained through FOIA show Trump’s DHS eager to unleash counterterror powers on Portland as early as May 30, promises of antifa plots that never materialized Access the DHS files here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j1pKfwNZESVOVP8dzE-drFizw4Vyyo8i/view?usp=sharing This is an excerpt from this week's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/2/23: Trump Indicted LMAO Apr 02, 2023

-Ron made no attempt to advance his candidacy, just whiny vows to defend his rival. Why is this weenie even bothering? -The easiest way to rob a bank is to own one, Rashida Tlaib reminded us this week -File Follies: The FBI disclosed its letter announcing a flip-flop in response to our FOIA request. First, the Bureau told lawmakers that it wouldn’t talk about informants. Then, it announced an investigation after a Republican screamed at them. -Trump cucks (e.g. Matt Taibbi), Howard Schultz, Judge Reed O’Connor, Missouri Republicans, Joanne Segovia (the fentanyl-dealing cop) and Elon Musk are this week’s Garbage Can nominees. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/12/2023: Disruption Comes Home Mar 12, 2023

-Silicon Valley Bank, the 16th largest bank in the country and a major funder of tech start-ups, went bankrupt this week at light speed, in the largest bank collapse since 2008. -File Follies: SVB’s last annual report has some interesting tidbits, including disclosures about large loans to individual clients, investments in companies that have never turned a profit, and “activities that are new to us or, in some cases, are experimental in nature.” -Dems join GOP in sounding reactionary dog whistles bashing DC crime bill, as three-quarters of city residents report feeling generally safe -The Pentagon, Rishi Sunak, Lindsey Graham, Markwayne (awful name) Mullen, JPMorgan and Elon Musk waterboy Matt Taibbi get nominated to the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/20/23: Finally, Representation for Dumb Rich Guys *UNLOCKED* Feb 20, 2023

-J.D. Vance made his banking committee debut by saying that crypto, fake internet money, could be as useful as the internet itself, and that the internet, which was created by government research, could have been killed by government regulation. An industry trade group witness nodded and called him a good boy. -Hobbyists might have standing to sue the U.S. government for taking out their balloons. The Two Sams consider buying a balloon of their own. -File Follies: Our previous request for Pete Buttigieg’s first month schedule revealed that he met with freight rail lobbyists, the CEO of one freight rail company, BNSF, and was briefed on rail labor. In light of the East Palestine, OH disaster, we seek records related to those meetings, and records related to the agency’s angry Twitter reply to David Sirota -Norfolk Southern, Elon Musk, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Eli L*ke, and Packers Sanitation Services are all nominated for the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/4/23: A Room Full of Sad Union Busters Feb 04, 2023

An excerpt from this week's District Sentinel Radio: -Union-busters’ kids hate them and other observations from a National Restaurant Association symposium. An interview with Lever News’ Julia Rock. Article link: https://www.levernews.com/fear-and-loathing-among-the-union-busters/ To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/28/23: Congressman Robot *UNLOCKED* Jan 28, 2023

-Of course the first Congressional speech written by an algorithm was about loving Israel and bipartisanship -From the “Is this Good?” Pile: Subprime auto loan delinquency rate breaks January 2009 record -Republicans struggle to get the votes they need to pretend that Ilhan Omar deserves to be expelled from the House Foreign Affairs Committee (they’re mad at her because she embarrassed the GOP’s favorite career war criminal, Eliot Abrams) -Kemp, Kavanaugh, BuzzFeed, Union Pacific, Jeffrey Zeints, and Mike Pompeo all get Garbage Can nominations this week Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to more episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/7/23: McCarthy Falls Short of Know Nothing Record *UNLOCKED* Jan 07, 2023

-McCarthy finally elected Speaker, but the parallels to the 1850s are a bit bothersome -Good luck in federal court, friends: FTC takes aim at worker non-compete agreements -FOIA Follies: We search for records on the regulated banks in Sam Bankman-Fried’s sweaty, awkward empire -Walgreen’s, transphobic worm David Bullard, Charlie Kirk & “Doctor” Drew, Muriel Bowser, and Pete Buttigieg get Garbage Can nominations Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/22/22: The Secretive Plan to Privatize Pandemic Relief *UNLOCKED* Dec 22, 2022

-Documents obtained by FOIA show that major corporations urged the Department of Agriculture to run a pandemic hunger relief program as a public-private partnership. They didn’t disclose their efforts in lobbying disclosure forms, and experts said they didn’t need to. Music by Adam Fligsten adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/16/22: Yell, Stomp, Hiss *UNLOCKED* Dec 16, 2022

It’s the final show of 2022. The two Sams round up the GARBAGE CANDIDATES OF THE YEAR. And we discuss the new Means TV film we’re in: Yell, Stomp, Hiss. We join up with Bryan Quinby of Street Fight Radio, Tom Sexton of The Trillbillies, and Nick Hayes of Means TV to talk about our tour of the South. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/3/2022: As a Pro-Labor Strikebreaker, *UNLOCKED* Dec 03, 2022

-Week of Shame: Democrats and President Biden vote to break power of rail unions, and force workers to accept contract with no leave -Don’t trust anything Sam Bankman-Fried says, but he’s right about GOP dark money donations: there’s a trail of money from him to Republican candidates through shell organizations -FOIA Follies: The crypto industry clings to its free-for-all -Elon, Dem strikebreakers, Kanye, GOP House Judiciary leaders, and the Pentagon are nominated to the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/19/2022: We Need a Thunderdome *UNLOCKED* Nov 20, 2022

-If and when Elon runs this website off the rails, our replacement is going to need a main character of the day, let’s be real -Sick of crooked politicians who do favors for crypto scammers? Bad news. The incoming Republican House Whip thinks that the SEC shouldn’t regulate crypto, but still got mad at the agency for going soft on FTX -Finally, a win for fans of austerity. Joe Manchin handed Republicans a huge gift on a platter by refusing to raise the debt ceiling in the lame duck -Elon, Hakeem Jeffries, the IDF, Kyle Rittenhouse, and Jordan Peterson fan Cristiano Ronaldo are all nominated to the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/6/22: Many People Are Saying Trump is Dead *UNLOCKED* Nov 06, 2022

-Huge, if true, which it is. Would Elon Musk’s Twitter be lying to you? -Fed official says people need to empty their bank accounts before rate hikes can stop. That means more people being forced into debt, which is becoming increasingly expensive thanks to the Fed -GAO Footnote: State Department, Pentagon didn’t bother looking into killer crackdown by narcostate with U.S. weapons. -Musk, Netanyahu, Joe Manchin, Jesse Watters, Snowden libertarianism, and Powerball jackpot inequality are nominated for the Garbage Can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com To listen to future episodes of District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/22/22: FOIA FOLLIES *UNLOCKLED* Oct 22, 2022

-Jerome Powell has 27 pages of Larry Summers-related emails that the Fed won’t release citing the deliberative process exemption This is an excerpt from District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/24/22: Side Deal Scythed *UNLOCKED* Sep 24, 2022

-Manchin’s scheme to throw permits to the fossil fuel is in trouble after members of his caucus vowed to stop it -The Fed won’t stop hiking interest rates. By the time they do, it will be too late for the labor market. -FOIA Follies: Don’t Glomar me, bro! Interior acts funny in response to request for Alaska oil project files -DeSantis, Biden, Dems who support Israeli apartheid, David Malpasa, Larry Summers, and the CIA are nominated for the Garbage Can this week Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com This episode has been unlocked. To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/10/22: Pollution Pioneer Fieldwood Exposed for Emissions Cover-up Sep 10, 2022

-The Department of the Interior initially declined to name the company in a report on efforts to deceive regulators. We obtained the identity through FOIA -Fieldwood Energy gained notoriety for declaring bankruptcy during the pandemic to shirk offshore clean-up obligations This is an excerpt from the weekly District Sentinel Radio podcast. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/13/22: Many Are Saying It was the Best Capital Crime *UNLOCKED* Aug 14, 2022

This episode has been unlocked. To listen to future episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel -We all owe Louise Mensch an apology if Donald Trump is executed for stealing highly sensitive state secrets. It brings us no pleasure etc. -Owning China by rejecting the Mandate of Heaven: CDC confirms that the U.S. government is just fully giving up -Some rare good news: one of Elon Musk’s companies was actually denied almost $1 billion in subsidies -Biden admin regulators have failed to reverse a Trump era policy granting banks permission to get involved in crypto, senators warn - “Actually, the right does share our criminal justice reform goals” crowd is nominated for the Garbage Can alongside the CDC, Hillary Clinton, Tulsi, Andrea Mitchell, and Brian Kilmeade Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com

DSR 7/30/22: DC's Migrant Mutual Aid Coalition Jul 30, 2022

-The Biden administration and DC mayor Muriel Bowser are ignoring pleas to help migrants being bused to the nation’s capital by callous Republican governors. Regular Washingtonians are stepping up and mutual aid is filling the void. Organizer Claire H joins us to discuss. This is an excerpt from the latest District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/16/22: All My Apes Pentagon Jul 16, 2022

-Congress gave the Department of Defense $58 billion more than it asked for last year. That’s more money than the annual budget of many agencies that don’t kill people. -Who’d have thought that an organization with the initials SS would find itself implicated in a far-right power grab? (Secret Service Jan. 6 text messages erased amid investigations.) -FOIA Follies: Ivana Trump no longer has rights under the Privacy Act -The Fed stonewalled our inquiry of Jerome Powell’s alleged “wokeness” -Anti-abortion freaks, John Bolton, Uvalde Police, the Musk family, Ruy Texeira, and Dr. Leanna Wen are nominated for the Garbage Can this week Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com

DSR 6/25/22: Abort the Court Jun 25, 2022

-Andrew Perez joins us to talk about Leonard Leo and his dark money network that has been pushing the court to the far-right for the past 17 years -Leo, Clarence Thomas, Nancy Pelosi, Joe Manchin, and Stacey Abrams get Garbage Can nominations Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com This is an excerpt from the District Sentinel Radio podcast. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/4/22: South Florida Socialism? Jun 04, 2022

An interview with Angel Montalvo, who’s running for Congress in Miami on a Berniecrat platform, and down to lock horns with reactionaries in both parties This is an excerpt from District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/28/22: The Thin Boo-Hoo Line *UNLOCKED* May 28, 2022

-After changing their story numerous times, cops admitted to cowering in the hallway while the Uvalde shooter killed kids -Speaking of cops and mass killings, the recent Buffalo shooter became friends with a retired federal agent in a racist chatroom where participants got a preview of the massacre. -FOIA Follies: DOJ has more than 400 email records from 2020 involving Attorney General Barr’s chief of staff and the phrase “call me” -Abbott Labs CEO on the infant formula shortage crisis that he caused: “We’re gonna learn from this” -Uvalde cops, Republicans fixated on school doors, Chuck Schumer and a trio of Oklahoma sickos get nominated for the Garbage Can To catch future episodes of District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/7/22: What’s On Secretary Mayor Pete’s Schedule? *UNLOCKED* May 07, 2022

-Through the magic of FOIA, we have obtained the first five weeks of Pete Buttigieg’s schedule as Transportation Secretary, and decided to make a quiz about it. Sam Sacks is in the hot seat. This is an excerpt from a recent episode of District Sentinel Radio. To listen to more, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/23/22: Oligopoly and the Infant Formula Shortage of 2022 Apr 23, 2022

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DSR 4/9/22: US "Debt Trap Diplomacy" Apr 09, 2022

-US Officials, Turn on Your Monitor: Hearing features complaints about an alleged Chinese development debt trap, defense of stiff IMF surcharges This is an excerpt from the latest District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/2/22: The Vote Heard ‘Round the World Apr 02, 2022

*UNLOCKED* To listen to future episodes in full, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel -The Amazon Labor Union, led by fired warehouse worker Christian Smalls, has won a certification vote, in an incredible historic victory for an independent labor union -There are still battles to be fought before even thinking about contract negotiations: Amazon is threatening to challenge the NLRB’s authority before a judiciary that’s incredibly hostile to labor. -Other headlines: One step forward, two steps back on Russia-Ukraine peace talks, House passes cannabis legalization, USDA pressed on subsidies to law-breaking meat conglomerate -FOIA Follies: Intelligence agencies’ version of Twitter, eChirp, reportedly contains evidence of US spies cheering on January 6 plot -Garbage Can: Psaki and Mulvaney access mongers, Buffalo Sports Billionaires, and Oscars dipshits take the spotlight Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com

DSR 3/12/22: FOIA Follies Mar 12, 2022

FOIA Follies, the Snitch Exemption: FBI Informant who ran sketchy, killer limousine company sheds light on Bureau secrecy. This is an excerpt from this week's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/5/22: FOIA Follies Mar 05, 2022

-FOIA follies: The Federal Reserve’s files on the NY AG Tether settlement are only about public statements This is an excerpt from the latest District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/12/22: Crypto Nation: El Salvador Feb 12, 2022

Last year, El Salvador became the first country to make Bitcoin legal tender, in a move that drew attention from all over the world, particularly from insufferable cryptocurrency dipshits. Helping us make sense of El Salvador’s Bitcoin law is Hilary Goodfriend, a doctoral student in Latin American Studies at the National Autonomous University of Mexico in Mexico City. This is an excerpt from the most recent District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/5/22: The Price is Wrong, Ned *UNLOCKED* Feb 11, 2022

-State Department roasted for unproven “false flag” claims about Russia -U.S. continues to starve Afghanistan as it readies to ramp up conflict in Eastern Europe -FOIA Follies: CDC gets a little touchy about article on covid breakthrough infections data -Garbage Can: Price and Psaki, Marco Rubio, and Joe Manchin vie for a spot in the can Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com This episode has been unlocked. To catch other weekly episodes, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/29/22: Money For War, Not Bridges Jan 29, 2022

-SK readies an appeal on a FOIA rejection, and seeks new answers from DHS about how cops responded to Jan. 6 This is an excerpt from Saturday's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full show, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/22/22: FOIA News! Jan 22, 2022

-FOIA: A Retinatoday.com article from 2015 was likely the source for Trump admin claims that Portland protesters “permanently” blinded federal agents This is an excerpt from District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR Chip Chat 12/15/21: Assange Extradition Dec 15, 2021

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DSR 11/10/21: Gunn in our Crosshairs (excerpt) Nov 10, 2021

-SK reveals our latest FOIA pursuit: using a records request to probe the Military Entertainment Complex and the comic book movie guy who got mad online because people criticized Marvel’s Pentagon ties This is an excerpt from District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full show, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/1/21: Coin Intel Pro Oct 05, 2021

-All money is fake, but some is faker than others: TNR staff writer Jacob Silverman joins us to explain what’s wrong with the cryptocurrency industry, which he closely observes. -FOIA Friday: Dam Lobbyists. GOP-tied lobbyists hired by the government of Honduras warned the Trump admin that Dems were opposed to a controversial U.S.-backed dam project. Plans to build the dam advanced after Trump lost the election only to see U.S. support withdrawn after Biden’s inauguration. This is an excerpt from last Friday's District Sentinel Radio, available to subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/26/21: Dog NDAA Afternoon Sep 29, 2021

-Arms contractors to shake everyone down for hundreds of billions of dollars next year, yet again, as Congress passes its annual defense policy bill. Chip Gibbons and the Two Sams discuss the good amendments and the bad “Iron Dome” amendment. -The Sleaze Filter: A Facebook exec tried to worm his way out of Congressional inquiries on Instagram being harmful to teenage girls. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio, available for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/17/21: Zuccotti Roots Sep 20, 2021

*SUBSCRIBER EPISODE UNLOCKED* -A look back at Occupy Wall Street on the 10th anniversary of the first demonstration in New York City -Chip Gibbons on how OWS influenced a decade of mass movements -FOIA Friday: Recognizing the Partnership for Civil Justice Fund for exposing FBI surveillance of Occupy -This week’s Garbage Can line-up includes the House Dems who carry water for pharma, a billionaire space tourist, and the guy who said Amazon should build company towns To listen to more shows like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/20/21: Socialist Politics in Buffalo Aug 23, 2021

-Ruling class freakout in Buffalo: the establishment plots against India Walton, after the socialist won the Democratic mayoral primary. C.M. Lewis explains. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio. The full show is available for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/12/21: DSA's Delegation to Venezuela & Peru Jul 12, 2021

-Austin Gonzalez tells us what it was like being on the recent DSA delegation to Venezuela, and answers criticism from the left (and right) -Austin also discusses the DSA delegation to observe Peruvian elections, and brings us up to speed on the slow-motion Fujimori coup attempt This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio--available in full for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Chip Chat 6/28/21: The Domestic Terror Trap Jun 28, 2021

Journalist Chip Gibbons and the Sams discuss Joe Biden's new and troubling domestic terror initiatives. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com

DSR 6/21/21: Libs Love Child Slavery Jun 22, 2021

-SCOTUS ruled 8-1 in favor of multinationals using child slaves who were represented by President Obama’s deputy solicitor general -Surveillance of lawmakers: Still troubling even when they’re bad. Chip Gibbons on yet more evidence of Trump admin abuse of power. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio, available for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

All Else Being Equal, Capitalism Will Suffocate the Planet Jun 07, 2021

-Capitalists are operating on some dangerous assumptions about climate change, clashing with scientists’ warnings. An audio version of the latest newsletter: sign up at districtsentinel.substack.com -More Trump-era attacks on journalists were exposed last week. Chip Gibbons on the subpoenas of four NYT journalists in the latest edition of Chip-Chat. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio, available in full for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/31/21: Anti-Woke Capital May 31, 2021

-Leading Republican blasts banks for alleged anti-capitalist "wokeism" as bank CEOs defend union-busting and ripping off poor customers who are disportionately people of color -Chip-Chat: Chip Gibbons on Daniel Ellsberg still kicking ass at 90. The Pentagon Papers leaker shed light on how close the U.S. was to nuking China in 1958, and dared the Justice Department to arrest him on Espionage Act charges. This is an excerpt from District Sentinel Radio, available in full for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/24/21: Critique of the Progressive Prosecutor Critique May 24, 2021

Larry Krasner might not be perfect, but boy are we glad he won his primary in a landslide. Ted Kelly on the limits of Krasner criticism in 2021. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio, available for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

DSR 5/14/21: Bloodshed from the River to the Sea May 14, 2021

-Israel is massacring Palestinians, again. Mondoweiss correspondent Yumna Patel joins us from the West Bank. We talk resistance, solidarity, and Palestinian Authority collaboration with the IDF. This is an excerpt from the District Sentinel Radio podcast, available in full for subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Word Isn't Bond (INTV w/ Alexandra Scaggs) Apr 20, 2021

Fretting about financial market failures in an interview with Barron’s reporter Alexandra Scaggs. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio, available to subscriber at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Chip Chat: Collateral Murder Anniversary Apr 12, 2021

Journalist Chip Gibbons joins us to talks about the anniversaries of the Collateral Murder video release, and the Assange embassy raid. We discuss the impact of Wikileaks exposing U.S. crimes. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio, available to subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

A US-Backed Dictator Emerges in Haiti Apr 05, 2021

Haitians are resisting a president who is turning into a dictator with backing from both the Biden and Trump administrations. Eugene Puryear, back from a recent trip to Haiti, gives us his impressions of Port-au-Prince and breaks down the geopolitics and economics behind the ongoing crisis. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Reactionary Accelerationism Mar 22, 2021

Tricked by the Boog Bois: Freelance Journalist Jack Delaney went deep into Boogaloo movement ideology. If you think they’re sympathetic to the left, you’ve been had. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio. Subscribe to listen to the full episode at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

CHIP CHAT: Prosecutors Gone Wild Mar 15, 2021

A conversation with Chip Gibbons about the acquittal of Andrea Sahouri and other journalists targeted by cops last summer during the Uprising for Black Lives. This is an excerpt from our Friday show available in full to subscribers at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

CHIP CHAT: Burgle the FBI Mar 08, 2021

50 years ago this Monday, activists broke into the FBI field office in Media, PA and stole files exposing COINTELPRO. Chip Gibbons talks about the break-in and previews an event Monday featuring two of the original burglars. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio podcast. Subscribe now at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel to listen to the full episode.

INTV: Biden's Drug Courts Mar 03, 2021

Joe Biden has softened his stance on the War on Drugs, but still supports mass incarceration and vampiric industries that depend on it. Cannabis journalistDavid Bienenstock joins us for an explanatory session, and discusses the prospects for national cannabis legalization. This is an excerpt from last week's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Chip Chat: MyDHS Shit Posting Mar 01, 2021

DHS crowdsources ideas, which has unsurprisingly led to hotbed of xenophobic paranoia and antisemitic conspiracy theories. Chip Gibbons talks MyDHS Portal, and new revelations tying law enforcement to the assassination of Malcolm X. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/District Sentinel

Chip Chat: Judas and the Black Messiah Feb 22, 2021

Chip Gibbons joins us to review “Judas and the Black Messiah,” the new movie about the FBI’s role in the extrajudicial killing of Fred Hampton. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full show, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Chip Chat: Biden's Political Prisoners Feb 15, 2021

Journalist Chip Gibbons joins us to discuss how the Biden administration might respond to the several political prisoners who should be freed. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Chip Chat: MLK/FBI Feb 08, 2021

On this week's Chip Chat, the two Sams talks with journalist Chip Gibbons about MLK/FBI--the new movie documenting the FBI's surveillance and harassment of Martin Luther King, Jr. This is an excerpt from Friday's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Chip Chat: No New Laws! Feb 01, 2021

Chip Gibbons returns to talk to the Sams about the Jan. 6 Capitol putsch, and why the last thing we should be doing in response to it is drafting new domestic terrorism laws. This is an excerpt from last week's District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Teachers Fight Back in Chicago, Again Feb 01, 2021

Chicago teachers are on the verge of their second strike in 15 months thanks to the city's Mayor and her plans to reopen schools during a pandemic. We talked to public school teacher Kenzo Shibata about it. Help support the locked out teachers here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-our-returning-educators This is an excerpt from District Sentinel Radio. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/12/21: The Big Lie, Updated Jan 12, 2021

-Brushing off a twenty-year-old playbook, Sec. of State Mike Pompeo alleges links between al Qaeda and Iran. He’s lying. -Trump blasts impeachment efforts, threatens more violence -White House in chaos, but still able to deregulate polluters -Signs of a failed state: US infrastructure deficit tops $13 trillion. -AP: Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder to face charges related to Flint water crisis. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/11/20: The Cop-Troop Insurrection Jan 11, 2021

-Police officers and active duty troops were at the storming of the Capitol, videos of tactical sophistication emerge -Corporate America virtue signals about suspending political donations during the most quiet time for electioneering activities, some companies blame both sides -Later this week, Trump will likely become the only President in US history to be impeached twice -Trump admin tries to sabotage Cuba-US detente by restoring “state sponsor of terror” designation Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/6/21: Chip Chat: Assange Avoids Extradition, But Journalism Still Threatened Jan 06, 2021

We talk with Chip Gibbons about the decision in a London courtroom this week to deny the extradition of Julian Assange to the United States. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/5/21: One Last Coal Load Jan 05, 2021

-EPA head Andrew Wheeler finalizes rule undermining environmental health studies -DOJ survey: 38 percent of cops sometimes or never wear masks at work -The top federal prosecutor in Atlanta resigned and was replaced on an acting basis by an unusual choice, in the run-up to the Georgia run-off -More evictions were delayed by activists in Kansas City (@KCTenants) this morning Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/4/20: Nat Sec Goons Start 2021 With an L Jan 04, 2021

-A British judge has denied a US extradition request for Julian Assange, citing the cruelty of the US prison system and Jeffrey Epstein’s death -Janet Yellen took millions in speaking fees from huge banks, including almost $1 million from Citigroup alone, after refusing to consider breaking up “too big to fail” firms over their living wills -Google union forming: Alphabet Workers get 200 employees to sign CWA cards -Trump plays aircraft carrier tough guy with Iran on the one-year anniversary of the Soleimani assassination -Trump caught on tape trying to rig the presidential vote in Georgia, top House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries shrugs at the thought of holding him to account music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/15/20: Wrong Wheel and Tube Experience Dec 15, 2020

-Biden names the underqualified Pete Buttigieg to run DOT, an agency that many Buttigeg 2020 campaign donors have repeatedly lobbied -SCOTUS strikes down New Jersey pandemic restrictions on religious service attendance -In 2020, there was a 1200% increase in the number of journalists arrested in the United States -NASA’s plan to return astronauts to the moon by 2024 is in doubt Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/14/20: The Beginning of the End Dec 14, 2020

-The first wave of covid-19 vaccines were shipped out by Pfizer. HHS said it will be administered free of charge, but fees could still be tacked on -Right-wing killing spree continues: SCOTUS struck down the reversal of a death sentence today -The Trump administration finalized rules enabling discrimination by religious charities that receive government grants -DHS is attempting to exempt counterintelligence records from the Privacy Act, agency filing shows Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/9/20: Chip Chat: State Sanctioned Murders Dec 09, 2020

The Trump administration is on track to execute the most people in a year since the 1800s, and the first in 100 years to execute someone during a lame duck. We discuss their blood lust on the latest edition of Chip Chat. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/8/20: Office of Licking Boots Dec 08, 2020

-Setting the stage to pander to the right, the Biden team is planning a White House conservative liaison -Biden nominates Raytheon board member and Pine Island Capital partner, ex-Gen. Lloyd Austin, as his Defense Secretary -Study: US and coalition airstrikes killed 700 civilians in Afghanistan last year -Senate Republicans hold hearing on covid response featuring anti-vaccine quacks and snake oil peddlers Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/7/20: Pandemic Relief (for Boeing) Dec 07, 2020

-In a Friday news dump, the Pentagon announced that it would give $63 million in assistance to Boeing using CARES Act money -40 percent of companies that took coronavirus relief loans and grants told workers to take time off but didn’t pay them anything, BLS data shows -DFC watchdog: Agency officials did nothing wrong in pursuing $765 million Kodak loan -The EPA’s air pollution monitoring system is in such shambles, one state agency reported needing to shop for equipment on eBay -The Supreme Court threw a lifeline to Medicare work requirements amid mass unemployment, during a pandemic Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/2/20: Chip Chat: "Go Wild on Iran" Dec 02, 2020

On this week's edition of Chip Chat we examine the recent assassination of a top Iranian nuclear scientist. music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/1/20: Looking Forward to Vaccine Bungling Dec 01, 2020

-GAO survey finds that most state governments are at least somewhat concerned about proper covid vaccine distribution -9 million people still hadn’t received their $1,200 stimulus checks in September -SCOTUS hears case on excluding undocumented immigrants from Census -Citing the withdrawal of aid, Sherrod Brown accuses Steve Mnuchin of “sabotaging” the economy for Biden music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/30/20: Here Comes Biden’s Shitty Cabinet Nov 30, 2020

-President-elect taps Tony Blinken’s consulting company for key roles in his administration -Will OMB be scolding regulators at 2:30 a.m. to be more friendly to businesses? Neera Tanden was named to lead the agency -Hot mic victim, Egyptian coup regime defender Jen Psaki named White House Press Secretary -Attorney General Barr is trying to ramp up federal executions before Trump leaves office -FCC Chair Ajit Pai to step down on inauguration day -Workers around the world took action against Amazon last week -Emergency private sector lending programs were extended for three months by the Fed and the Treasury. Emergency state and local government support is set to expire on Dec. 31. music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/18/20: Chip Chat: Trump's Forever Wars Nov 18, 2020

On this week's Chip Chat we discuss Trump's plans for troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Also, the foreign policy team Joe Biden is putting together is concerning as hell. Music by Adam Fligsten www. Adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/17/20: Too Busy for Pandemic Relief Nov 17, 2020

-Mitch McConnell puts presidential nominees on the Senate schedule with the country needing pandemic relief more with every passing day -Gold bug charlatan nominated to Fed fails procedural vote after Chuck Grassley quarantines -Prison covid safety failures detailed in watchdog report on Oakdale -Biden staffing up White House with oil, pharmaceutical industry friends -Social media companies’ legal immunity takes center stage on Capitol Hill music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/16/20: Rats Flee the Sinking Ship Nov 16, 2020

-President Trump cheered on fascist violence in streets of DC this weekend, but he’s laying off campaign staffers and one of his agency leaders is retiring early -States implement new emergency measures with covid-19 cases spiking -Senate to move forward on the gold standard crank nominated to be a Fed governor -The number of companies controlling the health insurance market keeps shrinking music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/11/20: Chip Chat: The Coup Comes Home Nov 11, 2020

For this edition of Chip Chat we talk to journalist Chip Gibbons about the soft coup play at home and how similar tactics have been used to justify overthrowing governments abroad. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/10/20: No US Embassy in Washington? Nov 10, 2020

-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo questions legitimacy of Biden election -Pompeo calls for “legal votes” to be counted after AG Bill Barr reverses policy on DOJ election interference -Federal Reserve highlights potential commercial bankruptcy wave, worries about pandemic relief being stopped by the “political divide” -New details of Lafayette Square police riot emerge -SCOTUS hears arguments in a challenge to Obamacare music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/9/20: Same Ol’ Neoliberal Schmidt Already Nov 09, 2020

-Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt is seeking citizenship in Cyprus, a tax haven, as Joe Biden lines him up for a top White House tech industry advisory position -Another White House superspreader event? Mark Meadows and Ben Carson test positive for covid-19 -Defense Secretary Mark Esper was fired by Trump with Pentagon insiders worried about the President inflaming tensions around the world before leaving office -Top government watchdog urges more oversight for “opportunity zone” tax giveaways to real estate developers Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/3/20: (CCR Voice) Down on the Ballot Nov 03, 2020

-The Two Sams take a look at some of the close Senate races with Dems needing a net gain of +3 seats plus Biden to take the trifecta -Some of the more interesting House races: left of center Dems plus Q-Anon weirdos vying for seats -Ballot initiatives galore: California rent control, Florida minimum wage increase, Arizona trying to legalize it, Mississippi proposing a non-racist flag and much, much more music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/2/20: Hell-ection 2020 Nov 02, 2020

-The two Sams break down some of the final bits of election news before the final votes are cast on Tuesday. More USPS delays threaten hundreds of thousands of ballots. So, too, does pending litigation aimed at voiding votes in battleground states. Trump and other Republicans encourage violence ahead of Election Day, but how far are they willing to push it? In the end, it might be up to leftists to stop a coup, while liberal dream of brunch. -SK unveils his election map, and dreams of a defeat for Dan Crenshaw in Texas. music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/28/20: Chip Chat's Film Frights Oct 28, 2020

For this week's Chip Chat, we leave behind the horrors of the election season and government abuses that we normally discuss, to instead talk about some film horrors. On this lighter edition, Chip talks about some of the movies he's been watching as part of his Halloween film fest. Listen to hear why Hereditary is, actually, and what role Marxism plays in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Also, why the hell is Richard Gere so horny in all of his movies?! Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/27/20: Peter Navarro’s Kodak Moment Oct 27, 2020

-The Trump administration’s bid to get Kodak into pharmaceuticals with a $765 million government loan has stalled. Sentinel Radio obtained the company's application through FOIA. It confirms that Peter Navarro was thirsty for the deal. Kodak files: https://www.scribd.com/document/481817780/DFC-Application music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/26/20: Broken Arrows Oct 26, 2020

-Amy Coney Barrett set to be confirmed as SCOTUS justice five weeks after Nancy Pelosi warned Republicans of “arrows in our quiver” -Company backs off Minnesota election militia plans -Trump admin flings more cruelty at Cuba to appeal to Florida voters, throws remittance system into disarray -GAO: Medicare gets anesthesia 3.5 times cheaper than private insurance companies music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/21/20: Chip Chat: Trump's "Retribution" Oct 21, 2020

For this edition of Chip Chat we explore the extra-judicial killing of Michael Reinoehl in Portland, which President Trump has spent weeks bragging was "retribution." Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/20/20: Monopoloogle Oct 20, 2020

-Google sued by federal government for illegally maintaining its monopoly -AG Barr pushes Google suit two weeks after House Dems call for break-up of Silicon Valley giants -Value of ACB rush revealed: SCOTUS conservatives lack votes to strike down Pennsylvania mail-in ballot extension -Adam Christensen joins Sam Sacks to talk about his push to win a deep red district in Florida music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/19/20: The Bolivian Comeback Oct 19, 2020

-Socialists win presidential election in Bolivia, MAS mass movement forces reactionary right and US imperialists to back down -Government inquiry set to investigate Trump admin covid-19 misinformation campaign -Obama era homecare work minimum wage/overtime rule hasn’t adversely impacted earnings or hours, more homecare workers are now full time. -Supreme Court takes up new case, looks set to approve Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” attack on asylum seekers music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/13/20: Superspreader Judiciary Committee Oct 13, 2020

-Coughing aplenty as senators question Amy Coney Barrett -Dems push Barrett on her originalist snake oil, though they should have boycotted the hearing -McConnell laughs about obstructionism, Pelosi mocks Trump for wanting checks sent out before election day, with dozens of millions of people struggling to get enough to eat -Democrats have won stimulus concessions, but Pelosi is making a point of finger-wagging about strategy--with only months left in Trump’s presidency, hopefully, and people’s lives hanging in the balance music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/7/20: Chip Chat: The Out of Control Espionage Act Oct 07, 2020

On this week's Chip Chat we examine new legislation in Congress to rein in Espionage Act prosecutions and protect whistleblowers, journalists, and dissenters. Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/6/20: Trump Adopting the Hillary ‘16 Health Strategy Oct 06, 2020

-The President is back at the White House and says he’s “feeling great,” but that’s not what video footage shows -Top military officers are now under quarantine after the Coast Guard’s number two tests positive -The Department of the Interior rushed to reduce royalty claims for oil companies at the pandemic onset: GAO -How original: Housing finance vehicle poses risks to financial system, SEC report warns -DHS releases report on white supremacist violence, confirming Ken Klippenstein reporting on Election Day warnings music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/5/20: Listen to the President Oct 05, 2020

-Doctors should respect Trump’s wishes and let him be far away from the medical professionals, and as close as possible to Senate Republicans -Another One: White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEneny tests positive for covid-19 -FBI refuses to release records on Michael Forest Reinoehl, citing law enforcement exemption to FOIA -Exxon Mobil projecting 17 percent increase in fossil fuel emissions by 2025 -Two conservative justices urge Supreme Court to walk back Obergefell gay marriage decision music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/30/20: The People's Joke Sep 30, 2020

-Isn't it weird how centrists in the UK no longer want to martyr themselves over EU membership now that Labour doesn't have a left-wing leader? Riley from Trashfuture joins SK to discuss. music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/29/20: Time to Watch these Bastards Fight Sep 29, 2020

-Trump already accusing Biden of using ear pieces ahead of tonight’s debate -A second covid stimulus could be in the cards this year, after all -Republicans complain about congressional probe of white supremacists in law enforcement -Citigroup fined for destroying subpoenaed audio recordings, JP Morgan fined for manipulating precious metals and US Treasury markets -DHS blocks whistleblower’s lawyer from accessing documents Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/23/20: CHIP CHAT: "Anarchist Jurisdictions" Sep 23, 2020

For this week's Chip Chat we discuss the latest move by Trump's Justice Department to claim that 3 major American cities are now under the control of anarchists. music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/22/20: Water is Also Being Financialized Sep 22, 2020

-The CFTC approves of derivatives tied to the price of water in California -That didn’t take long: GOP gets votes to move on RBG replacement before the end of the year -Some of the 200,000: Federal inmates die of covid-19 shortly after getting positive test results -Feds tap protesters phones in Portland and ask for agency volunteers in legally dubious mission, Ken Klippenstein reports music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/21/20: Someone Should Have Retired in 2014! Sep 21, 2020

-Trump set to move on RBG vacancy by the end of the week, though Republicans may not have the votes for a quick confirmation -DOJ labels cities “anarchist jurisdictions” to take funding from them -Pompeo announces new sanctions on Iran that are being ignored, even by US allies -PPE shortages still widespread, GAO report warns music courtesy of Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/16/20: Chip Chat: The Assange Trial Sep 16, 2020

Journalist Chip Gibbons joins us for another edition of Chip Chat. We discuss the Julian Assange extradition trial underway in London. We also reflect on the sudden passing of activist Kevin Zeese. Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/15/20: Save Managed Democracy Sep 15, 2020

-Green Party denied spot on Wisconsin ballot, liberals harm their “save democracy” message by spiking the football and sneering -Nurse blows whistle on forced sterilizations at ICE detention facility -Trump says he did, actually, want to assassinate Assad in 2017, walking back prior claims -Europe making strides on Net Neutrality, as U.S. backslides -Regulators set to lightly penalize Citigroup after the bank accidentally sent $900 million of its own money to a client’s creditor music courtesy of Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/14/20: Fighting Fire With Manners Sep 14, 2020

-Dems won’t use the threat of an October government shutdown to extract concessions from Republicans, even though Republicans are preparing to use such tactics in December -Pentagon gives absurd justification for bolstering nuclear arsenal -Report gives “minimum estimate” of 115 head injuries caused by police “less lethal” weaponry during the Uprising for Black Lives -EPA sued by state governments over methane rule rollback with record temperatures fanning wildfires in the Western US Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/2/20: Chip Chat: Bad Bowser Sep 02, 2020

Chip Chat is back! Journalist Chip Gibbons joins to talk about events in DC, where Democratic Mayor Muriel Bowser is pushing "law and order" in a way that would make even Trump blush. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/1/20: Come Fly Our Antifascist Skies Sep 01, 2020

-President goes full Facebook Boomer in rant about antifa airplane -The biggest corporate lobby in the country endorsed 23 House Dems -Two right-wing parties: Maxine Waters says Republicans want to defund the police -Death Merchant Mnuchin urges Democratic governors to reopen state economies -US holdings in Cayman Islands increase by $250 billion last year Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/31/20: So...What Did We Miss? Aug 31, 2020

-US reaching new levels of bleakness with the President valorizing reactionary militia chuds in Portland and Kenosha -Federal eviction moratorium extended until the end of the year, though state moritorums are resuming with dozens of millions at risk -Finally, one for energy companies: Trump admin proposes “streamlining” oil and gas leases on US Forest Service lands -House Dems ready subpoenas for Louis DeJoy, among others Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/19/20: Chip Chat: Trump "Ponders" Snowden Pardon Aug 19, 2020

Journalist Chip Gibbons joins for another edition of Chip Chat. Whistleblower Edward Snowden is in the news again. Exactly what would it take to get him back home?

DSR 8/12/20: Chip Chat: Red-baiting Bass Aug 12, 2020

Joe Biden has chosen Kamala Harris as his VP. On Chip Chat, we explore the McCarthyite smears that may have ruined the chances of another potential VP pick: Rep. Karen Bass. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/11/20: Hard to Watch this Car Crash Aug 11, 2020

-The Senate is stalled on pandemic assistance, while the House isn’t even in session. -Top government watchdog clashes with Trump appointed pandemic inspector general over jurisdiction -A study found that more than 900 healthcare workers have died from covid-19, with dozens of deaths linked to PPE shortages -Companies start to take back oil from the SPR storage space offered by the Trump administration -Report: DHS privately acknowledged environmental damage by border wall construction, did nothing. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/10/20: EO Relief Games Aug 10, 2020

-With Congress deadlocked, Trump tries to extend emergency programs through executive order. Even if upheld, they might have little impact. -Six federal inmates have already died from covid-19 this month, ten days into August -Kodak Switcheroo on hold: $765 million government loan held up over allegations of stock market funny business -Trump appointees accused by whistleblower of consolidating power within DHS Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/5/20: DNC Rules Committee Exposed Aug 05, 2020

On today's show we interview Shana East who was appointed by Bernie Sanders to serve on the 2020 DNC Rules Committee. While most of the attention has been focused on the bad news coming out of the DNC Platform Committee, Shana breaks down the funny business perpetrated by Democrats on the Rules Committee. Follow Shana on Twitter @TheShanaEast

DSR 8/3/20 Tik-Tok? That’s the Collapse Countdown Clock Aug 03, 2020

-Washington obsesses over a video sharing app as millions of people lose crucial pandemic unemployment benefits -Chuck Schumer takes credit for hating Tik-Tok before Trump (again, millions just lost their unemployment during a pandemic) -Georgia prison’s neglect of ill inmates sparks weekend uprising -Mass incarceration is a public health hazard: Covid-19 hotspots throughout the United States are clustered around prisons Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/29/20: Chip Chat: Donald Trump's Cheney Jul 29, 2020

Journalist Chip Gibbons joins us to break down a pair of hearings in Congress that examined the federal response to the nationwide uprising, including one that featured Attorney General William Barr.

DSR 7/28/20: Blinded by the Lies Jul 28, 2020

-Attorney General Barr claims that federal agents were blinded by laser pointers in Portland with the same energy as cops who put tampons in their own coffee and blame baristas. -Park Police Chief cites no immediate threat of violence when justifying the clearance of Lafayette Square before Trump’s bible photo op. Radio recordings to back him up are conveniently missing. -DNC platform committee approves of cannabis prohibition, our failing private health insurance system, and Israel’s occupation and ethnic cleansing of Palestine -NLRB proposes rule hamstringing union organizers by denying them workers’ contact info before union elections Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/27/20: This Place Is About to Be Torn Apart, For Real Jul 27, 2020

-With four days left before key programs expire, Republicans finally unveil their pandemic relief top-up plan -GOP wants to slash pandemic unemployment insurance by 2/3rds, calls for a convoluted wage replacement scheme -Last-ditch effort shaping up to pressure Joe Biden to back Medicare for All at the Dems’ virtual convention -China retaliates against US for Houston consulate closure; US diplomats say goodbye “forever” after being forced to leave Chengdu -Justice Department takes no position on government watchdog recommendations to improve public school accessibility under the ADA Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/22/20: Chip Chat: U.S. Out of Oregon Jul 22, 2020

-Federal agents are terrorizing Portland as President Trump tries to fire up his base in an election year. Chip Gibbons discusses the crackdown.

DSR 7/21/20: Can They Both Lose? Feds v. Local Cops Edition Jul 21, 2020

-White House wants to send more federal agents after protesters, local officials are threatening to arrest them -Senate Banking Committee votes on Fed Governor nominee who likes the gold standard -727 military contractors are repeat, willful offenders of labor safety laws: GAO -Black Lives Matter rally selfie taker Mitt Romney votes for giving military equipment to cops Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/20/20: More like “Virgin Wolf” Jul 20, 2020

-Chad Wolf, the adult baby in charge of DHS, says it’s okay to operate paramilitary law enforcement in Portland because of some graffiti and broken windows -Speaking of babies, Democrats are calling for an inspector general investigation of DHS when they could just subpoena the agency themselves -Congressional leaders don’t expect another coronavirus stimulus program until after the July 31 expiration of emergency benefits -More empire and shitty fighter jets: Defense spending bill set to move through Congress this week -Finally, someone fighting for banking self-regulation! FDIC seeks comment on the idea of “voluntary certification” for third party fintech use Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/15/20: Chip Chat: SRUF’s Up Jul 15, 2020

-Via FOIA, the Sams obtained the Minnesota National Guard’s Standard Rules for Use of Force (SRUF) for Gov. Walz’s response to the George Floyd Uprising. Chip Gibbons lends his expertise to parse through them on this week’s Chip Chat. -Plus, the grim resumption of federal executions by the Department of Justice. -To have your own look at the Minn. National Guard’s SRUF, click here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yuAQyUiuOhHodNXbH34vJcd_I0qVCxSM/view?usp%3Dsharing&sa=D&source=hangouts&ust=1594922668681000&usg=AFQjCNHfwssBovewZ1BtCh-QRSyKxQ5Kiw

DSR 7/14/20: State Killing in the Dead of Night Jul 14, 2020

-At 2 a.m., the Supreme Court approved first federal execution in 17 years -Maryland Republican Andy Harris melts down again as DC leads efforts to fight back against the Drug War -Trump administration institutionalizing climate science denialism through carbon emission cost estimates -The number of cities that have used the Fed’s emergency fund for cities is zero Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/13/20: Drone the Virus Jul 13, 2020

-Trump administration finally invokes Defense Production Act, but to build more weapons of war, not healthcare supplies -Workplace safety regulator OSHA has only carried out inspections for 1.6 percent of covid-19 complaints -DOJ plan to resume federal executions complicated by court rulings -American covid fuck-up goes global: Okinawa on high alert after 94 US servicemen test positive Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/7/20: PP-Please Stop This Shit: The Sentinel PPP Special Jul 07, 2020

-SBA releases data on PPP recipients: 89,000 companies were approved without making any pledge on job retention -Wall Street banks raked in hundreds of millions in processing fees -Three members of Trump’s cabinet are tied to companies getting PPP $$$ -Republican Congressman Kevin Hern got PPP money for his franchising company. He called on the Senate to increase funding for franchise owners when the covid relief bill was being passed -Right wing think tanks get that PPP $$$ Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/6/20: Put the “L” in Pipeline Jul 06, 2020

-Atlantic Coast Pipeline cancelled weeks after SCOTUS victory, Dakota Access Pipeline shut down for 13 months after environmental assessment order -Supreme Court rules in favor of state laws punishing “faithless electors” -Republicans sandbag July covid stimulus talks with push for employer immunity -With no clarity from SEC guidelines, publicly traded companies are falling short on “Environmental, social, and government” disclosures Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/3/20: UNLOCKED! Let's talk about Keir.. Jul 03, 2020

Here is a conversation about Keir Starmer’s Labour, featuring Riley and Hussein from Trashfuture. This interview was recorded in May for subscribers only. With UK Labour back in the news, we decided to unlock it for everyone else. Check out other subscriber only content at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/1/20: Chip Chat: Bill Barr's Red Scare Jul 01, 2020

In the latest Chip Chat, journalist Chip Gibbons is on to explore the latest news out of the Dept. of Justice concerning Attorney General Bill Barr's new anti-government extremist task force. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/30/20: Ethnic Cleansing Crybabies Jun 30, 2020

-House Dems threaten to withhold aid to Israel if annexation plans advance; AIPAC melts down -EU to maintain ban on trips to the US, a failing plague state -Mnuchin: Hotel industry, commercial real estate investors can expect more bailout cash soon -FCC doesn’t have performance goals for bridging 5G digital divide - GAO Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/29/20: Religious Right Owned Again Jun 29, 2020

-SCOTUS nullifies restrictive Louisiana abortion law despite replacing Kennedy with Kavanaugh -Propagandist and far-right embed Andy Ngo invited to hearing about police assaults on reporters and protesters -Walmart, Exxon, AT&T among $428 million in corporate bonds bought by Fed -FTC coronavirus scam files: Get-Out-of-Mask Free Cards Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/24/20: Chip Chat: Joe Biden Says, "Hold My Beer" Jun 25, 2020

In the latest edition of Chip Chat, we explore the Joe Biden campaign's effort to outflank Trump on the right when it comes to regime change in Venezuela. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/23/20: Remember Curve Flattening? Jun 23, 2020

-Amid capitalist reopening death marches, CDC Director warns of contact tracer shortage -DHS finalizes rule doubling wait time for asylum seeker work authorization -Is the truth out there? More evidence emerges of the government’s belief in extraterrestrial aliens -Study: Police rules across the US permit officers to shoot people when there is no danger Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/22/20: Clarence Thomas Wants to Jail a Hero Jun 22, 2020

-Justice wanted SCOTUS to revisit the case of man convicted on charges related to talking shit to a cop’s son; Kansas Supreme Court reversed conviction last year -Dems already take impeachment of Barr off the table after Manhattan US Attorney firing -Libs’ hero John Bolton denounced by South Korea, accused of lying about de-escalation outreach -Nice lack of future, kid: Joe Biden positions himself to the right of Trump on Venezuela Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/17/20: Chip Chat: Big Week for the Supremes Jun 17, 2020

On this week's edition of Chip Chat we break down the news out of the Supreme Court. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/16/20: Cops Pooped ‘Em Jun 16, 2020

-NYPD officers stuff their faces at Shake Shack and then complain that their tummy problems are part of an anti-cop conspiracy -State and local governments bracing for more layoffs if Congress doesn’t offer relief before July -Defund the World Police: Barbara Lee proposes taking $350 billion from the Pentagon and investing it in public services -House to vote on DC statehood next Friday -Feds get involved in suspected Southern California lynching cases declared suicides by local officials Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/15/20: Good SCOTUS, Bad SCOTUS Jun 15, 2020

-Top court affirms that gay and trans rights are, in fact, civil rights; Gorsuch and Roberts join libs -SCOTUS also removes impediment to Atlantic Coast Pipeline, saying to hell with the Appalachian Trial; RBG and Breyer join cons. -Justices also ignore uprising against police violence, decline to revisit qualified immunity doctrine -In non-SCOTUS news: FDA withdraws its approval for using hydroxychloroquine as treatment for covid-19 Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/10/20: Chip Chat: "Defund the Police" Means Defund the Police Jun 11, 2020

A new edition of Chip Chat. We break down the latest in the nationwide uprising to demand an end to policing. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/9/20: Mr. President, I’m Obeying the Terms of Service Jun 09, 2020

-Trump posts conspiracy theory accusing brutalized 75 year old Buffalo activist of faking it, careful with those replies -Ties between police and property sharpen: Seattle joins Minneapolis in establishing autonomous zone after cops abandon precinct -Agency weighs extension on eviction moratoriums with state governments allowing people to be tossed out of their homes during a pandemic -Which P stands for phony? Only six charged for PPP scams thus far Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/8/20: Did You Say “Refund the Police”? Jun 08, 2020

-Congressional Democrats release “Justice in Policing Act,” which makes little to no attempt to defund the police -“Our efforts at incremental reform have failed. Period,” Minneapolis City Council President says, announcing veto-proof majority to disband police department -Coronavirus meat plant infections above 20,000 - report -Trump issues executive order attempting to gut environmental protections because of unemployment Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/3/20: Chip Chat: State Brutalizes Protestors Jun 03, 2020

Journalist Chip Gibbons joins for another edition of Chip Chat. We discuss the brutal suppression of protests around the country. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/2/20: Police Riot for Retweets Jun 02, 2020

-Trump admin orders police violence for President to post a video on Twitter -White House gets assist from Democratic Party, 7pm curfew declared by awful neoliberal DC mayor Muriel Bowser -Coronavirus prison release program has barely helped anyone who isn’t friends with the President -Treasury official overseeing bailout has $60 million plus invested in junk bond industry getting bailout windfall: ProPublica -IRS fails to bother trying to collect $20 billion from rich people who simply did not want to pay their taxes Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/1/20: Feds Coming for the ACAB Spring Jun 01, 2020

-FBI “joint terrorism task force” has been unleashed -Barr, Trump whine about antifascists as cops shoot, kill and maim protestors and target journalists. Can we call it “fascism” yet? -Covid-19 request takes darker turn amid George Floyd uprisings: Pentagon asks Congress to remove limit on recalling retired soldiers for emergencies -Brazil entering The Cool Zone? US sends bogus drug amid catastrophic virus response, Bolsonaro’s isolation Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/27/20: Ask Not What Your Family Can Do For You May 27, 2020

-Democrats are lining up behind Joe Kennedy III, showing how dysfunctional the party is--from the leaders to the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Eoin Higgins joins us to discuss the Massachusetts Senate Primary, featuring Kennedy's cynical challenge of Green New Deal co-sponsor Ed Markey. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/26/20: Small Business People Shouldn’t Run a Welfare Program May 26, 2020

-New data shows decline in enthusiasm for PPP bailouts with unemployment soaring -Chip Chat prophecy foretold: House to vote on amendment curtailing warrantless searches of browser data -Exclusive: Exxon Mobil, Sunoco parent were the biggest users of crude oil storage space offered in April by the Trump administration -SpaceX to give final okay for launch on return to US space flight Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/20/20: ChipChat: FBI Browsing Your Brain May 20, 2020

-Senate Dems fail to pass bill stopping warrantless searches on your browser history, but the House could actually come through. Plus, what we can infer about the FBI activities from the Wyden-Daines proposal. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/19/20: Owned for Trusting Mnuchin May 19, 2020

-Dems are upset at the Treasury Secretary for not using his power to stop layoffs, but they didn’t force him to when writing coronavirus relief legislation -Worm Caucus: Steny Hoyer is attending a fundraiser for Joe Kennedy III -Pentagon classifies full extent of recent violence in Afghanistan, but acknowledges that it’s bad -Chinese company sanctioned by Treasury Dept for Iran airline ties -It’s looking like Missouri will execute an innocent man tonight Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/18/20: Major Yikes Energy May 18, 2020

-Oil companies are in deep trouble and banks aren’t lending to them, Trump’s energy secretary compares the situation to redlining -FBI cracks Pensacola AQAP shooter iPhone, DOJ calls on Congress to undermine data security -Attorney General Barr says “Obamagate” prosecutions of Obama and Biden are unlikely -State Department inspector general fired while probing legality of Saudi arms transfers: NBC News Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/13/20: ChipChat: "Obamagate" May 13, 2020

In the latest edition of Chip Chat, journalist Chip Gibbons tackles the "intrigue" of "Obamagate" Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/12/20: Relief v. Bank Profits May 12, 2020

-Fed Vice Chair says emergency relief shouldn’t “crowd out that private sector financing” -More signs of a big recession: BLS data shows largest one month core inflation drop since 1957 -Dems “Rooseveltian” package includes bailout for lobbyists and landlords, plus the restoration of SALT deductions that benefit the wealthy -Coronavirus task force member promises Bernie he will fight for universal vaccines -SCOTUS hears oral arguments in cases on investigating President Trump -Mitch McConnell trying to slip through expansion of warrantless surveillance program targeting web browser data Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/11/20: Nothing to Fear But System Overlap? May 11, 2020

-Democratic “Rooseveltian” stimulus proposal includes handwringing about welfare benefit overlap, plus another measly one-time check -Sioux nations, South Dakota square off over covid-19 checkpoints, as Supreme Court hears case involving tribal sovereignty in Oklahoma -US government continues to be dickish on world stage, vetoes UN resolution on covid de-escalation -Federal Reserve ties state and local government aid to credit ratings Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/6/20: Chip Chat: Florida Man Launches Coup on Sovereign Nation May 07, 2020

Journalist Chip Gibbons breaks down the wild story of an attempted mercenary coup in Venezuela...

DSR 5/5/20: Over the Rat Cliff, Once Again May 05, 2020

-Rep. John Ratcliffe, Trump’s pick to be next White House intelligence chief, says torture is fine -For the second time since 2013, SCOTUS hears challenge of law forcing non-profits to denounce sex work -EPA ignores watchdog warning on water utilities climate resiliency -Yearly data once again confirms that many common jobs are more dangerous than police work Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/4/20: Boat Shoe Guys Tear their V-Necks May 04, 2020

-J.Crew files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, becomes the first major corporate victim of the Plague Recession -OSHA inspections down 70 percent despite spike in covid-19 complaints In Saudi nuclear talks, the Trump administration considered a loophole on non-proliferation required by US law, GAO says -War of words escalates: Secretary of State blames “a Chinese lab” for the coronavirus, offers no proof Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/29/20: Chip Chat: FBI's FISA Failures Apr 29, 2020

In the latest edition of Chip Chat, journalist Chip Gibbons discusses the latest FISA revelations.

DSR 4/28/20: Dems Get Rolled on Buybacks Apr 28, 2020

-Corporate America to get $500 billion in Federal Reserve cash with no restrictions on stock buybacks or layoffs -Washington Post: Senate Dems agreed to no-strings rules on bond purchases in exchange for oversight (House Dems can subpoena anything they want, at any time) -AFL-CIO pushes Trump admin on workplace safety, White House pushes for coronavirus liability shield for bosses -US government set to approve Israeli annexation of West Bank -Merger moratorium proposed by AOC, Elizabeth Warren, with a lull before a possible takeover frenzy Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/27/20: Mediocre Chain Gang Apr 27, 2020

-Treasury, SBA confirm that companies with more than 500 workers (like chain restaurants) are eligible for paycheck protection bailouts -State Department claims Iranian space launch poses threat despite scoffing from US military -Pelosi deferring to Republicans on proxy votes even though House rules are set by the majority -2019 was a record year for the number of electronic devices seized at ports of entry Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/22/20: Chip Chat: Dying to Protest Apr 22, 2020

In this week’s Chip Chat, journalist Chip Gibbons takes on the rightwing protests across the nation against state pandemic lockdown orders. The protests reveal deep bias in how the media and police treat dissent in the country. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/21/20: The Xenophobia Show Apr 21, 2020

-Days after Biden ad bashing Chinese people, Trump promises executive order suspending immigration to fight “the invisible disease” -AP report shows Small Business Administration doling out millions to publicly traded companies -Dems cave on food stamp demands, as Congress looks set to top up the small business bailout fund -“How much will it cost,” asks nobody, as Trump promises oil and gas industry bailout -EPA issues final rule dialing back clean water protections for wetlands and streams -GAO details uptick in detention of pregnant women by immigration agents under Trump Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/20/20: Ruths Chris Bailouts Apr 20, 2020

-Congress, White House close to deal on $300 billion more for the SBA paycheck protection program -Safeguards on small business fund still lacking despite revelations of Ruths Chris steakhouse and Shake Shack bailouts -Only six states have kids hunger relief programs approved by USDA under “phase two” of the Congressional coronavirus bills -Expiring contracts send oil down to $-37 per barrel on the West Texas Index -Federal Reserve limits emergency local government aid from “phase 3” to 10 cities, 15 counties Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/15/20: Chip Chat: US Accelerating Covid Deaths at Home and Abroad Apr 15, 2020

In a new edition of Chip Chat, journalist Chip Gibbons tell us about how the US empire is applying its boot on the necks of countries already struggling to contain the coronavirus. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/14/20: More Covid Stimulus Dirt: Huge Tax Cuts for Millionaires Apr 14, 2020

-43,000 people making more than $1 million are set to get $74 billion in tax cuts next year because of the coronavirus stimulus - Congressional watchdog -Federal appellate court okays “retaliatory investigations” under the Whistleblower Protection Act -Investment firms are looking at getting money from the Small Business Admin payroll protection program -“Anti-virus kits,” silicone face brushes, and IV doses of Vitamin C: FTC cracks down on more coronavirus scammers Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/13/20: Unmute, Clarence Apr 13, 2020

-Supreme Court to hear oral arguments via teleconference -Caseload includes litigation on subpoenas of President Trump’s personal financial information and state laws binding electoral college votes to the popular vote -Labor Department accused of restricting supplemental unemployment benefits, keeping COVID program too narrow -Relaxing risk exposure rules on banks could increase leverage by $1.6 trillion, Fed estimates -DeVos reaches settlement with students who sued her for withdrawing debt relief program Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/8/20: Chip Chat: Another Bogus FBI Terror Probe Apr 08, 2020

Journalist Chip Gibbons joins us for another edition of Chip Chat. We discuss Chip's latest report on a troubling FBI probe into a domestic Palestinian solidarity group: https://theintercept.com/2020/04/05/israel-palestine-fbi-terrorism-investigation/

DSR 4/7/20: SCOTUS Republicans, Biden Agree Apr 07, 2020

-Supreme Court conservatives downplay the threat of voter suppression, block attempt to extend mail in voting for Wisconsin primary -RBG pens dissent, contrasts sharply with Biden’s reckless statements on pandemic voting -Mitch McConnell itching to ram through another round of $200 billion in small business bailouts -Trump removes pick to oversee the coronavirus stimulus bailout, ratcheting up conflict with interagency council of inspectors general Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/6/20: The Petty Tyranny Shield Apr 06, 2020

-The Department of Labor says workers can’t sue businesses with under 50 employees for sick leave under coronavirus relief legislation -HHS Inspector General details strain on hospitals across the country, report raises questions of medical equipment price gouging -Supreme Court sides with Kansas 8-1 in traffic stop case, Sotomayor decries majority reliance on “common sense inference” and big data -Plus, Wisconsin primary polls finally called off. Sentinel Radio pal Matt Sostock (@msostock) brings us an update from the Badger State Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/1/20: Chip Chat: Civil Liberties During a Pandemic Apr 01, 2020

Hosts Sam Sacks and Sam Knight sit down with Chip Gibbons for a new edition of Chip Chat.

DSR 3/31/20: Mike Pompeo, Turn on Your Monitor Mar 31, 2020

-Secretary of State castigates US enemies for spending money on defense over civilian needs during the COVID-19 crisis, like buddy….you know which country you represent, right? -Can we not launch huge construction projects during a pandemic, please? Trump calls for Phase 4 of the stimulus to be infrastructure week -Supreme Court grants new case in isolation, takes up plea for immunity from FBI agent and local cop who beat, arrested, and charged the wrong guy in pursuit of a fugitive -NLRB ploughs forward with bogus union-busting “free choice” rule Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/30/20: Mnuchin Loophole Mar 30, 2020

-The coronavirus bailout law allows the Treasury Secretary to exempt companies from restrictions on stock buybacks and shareholder dividend payments “to protect the interests of the Federal Government” -The law also leaves the short-staffed Postal Service wholly dependent on debt, while private air cargo companies are getting their employees’ salaries paid -Some bright spots: landlords with federally-backed loans are banned from carrying out evictions for 120 days. Plus, expanded unemployment benefits -Executive pay restrictions are a joke, though: bailed out CEOs can still make millions -Amazon and Instacart today, Whole Foods tomorrow: Workers all over the country are taking action against unsafe conditions and insulting levels of pay -Any excuse to be sketchy: The FBI is only taking written FOIA requests right now, despite most federal agencies asking for only digital submissions Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSetinel

DSR BONUS: So, About Those Rent Strike Posts…. Mar 27, 2020

This interview aired on Friday's subscriber-only District Sentinel Radio. Given the topic, we've pulled it from behind the paywall so that everyone can now listen. To hear the rest of Friday's show, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel -People have every right to be angry and scared of getting evicted during a pandemic. But rent strikes might not be the most effective way of fighting back right now. Stephanie Bastek from the DC Tenants Union and Stomp Out Slumlords joins us to explain. -Washington residents: Sign the DCTU petition to cancel rent and mortgages during the crisis. This can happen. The Fed is making the money printer go brrrr. Click here: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/cancel-rent/

DSR 3/25/20: Slow-walking Atrocities Mar 25, 2020

-ICE is putting detainees in quarantine, buying tens of thousands of respirators, and using sensitive intelligence units to track COVID -Reporter Ken Klippenstein broke the news. He joins us to talk about his latest findings, and how privatization makes the coronavirus nightmare even worse for detainees -Dem Senators asked for info from major for-profit prison company GEO Group, and were told to take their questions to the Bureau of Prisons Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/24/20: Set up the TARP Mar 24, 2020

-Democrats secure bailout oversight modeled after 2008 Wall Street rescue fund, which left banks bigger than ever -Stop encouraging people to get each other sick: the Fed and the Treasury are preparing up to $4 trillion in emergency loans for businesses -Stress test framework relaxed on federal home loan banks, just in time for the huge unfolding crisis -More patchwork infrastructure: Senators propose $2 billion for rural ISPs; local governments are banned from offering public broadband in most states -FBI fails test on tracking its own ammunition and explosives: DOJ inspector general -The Secret Service spent almost $10,000 at Trump’s golf course in Scotland: DHS inspector general Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/23/20: No, Conditionless Bailouts! Mar 23, 2020

-Schumer notes improvements on GOP coronavirus stimulus bill, with safeguards on bailout money not among them -Not a great start to the week for libertarianism: Rand Paul swam in the Senate pool on the same day he tested positive for coronavirus -HHS Inspector General to investigate why officials were dispatched without protective equipment to deal with coronavirus evacuees -Supreme Court votes 6-3 to upend insanity pleas; dissent says decision goes against “seven hundred years of Anglo-American legal history” -Appellate court upholds ruling against Trump blocking people on Twitter, citing official nature of January posts threatening Iran Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/19/20: Don’t Make Me Sick, Leave Mar 19, 2020

-Pelosi, Schumer embarrassingly lag behind high profile Republicans in boldness of coronavirus relief proposals, though some Dems are pushing for comprehensive aid -Maxine Waters calls on financial services committee Dems to back package including $2000 monthly to every individual, and a prohibition on debt collection and repossession -Tulsi Gabbard proves she never had any principles whatsoever, drops out and endorses Joe Biden -Most Senate Republicans reject Rand Paul push to demonize undocumented immigrants during sick leave debate--but that’s probably because Paul’s amendment called for a withdrawal from Afghanistan Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/17/20: Illegitimate Ass Elections Mar 17, 2020

-The folks who brought you “post-truth Dangerous Donald” want you to vote (for Joe Biden) against the advice of public health officials -Ohio’s Republican governor shutdowns polling places, calls for vote to be held in June -Total mess in the works in Illinois, Arizona, and Florida -Pelosi and Republican leaders ram through watering down of sick leave bill after calling changes “technical corrections” -Congress reauthorizes warrantless spying powers minus the telephone records program exposed by Edward Snowden -White House seeking bailouts for buyback-happy airlines, considering $1,000 checks to Americans for immediate relief Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/16/20: The Sentinel Fort has been Quarantined Mar 16, 2020

-The two Sams are recording from separate locations now -Lyin’ Joe Biden’s new debate strategy: incessantly lying about his record to stave off brain short circuits -Per the CDC guidance: tomorrow’s primaries should be postponed -Stock market plummets again today; Pelosi’s atrocious attempt at emergency relief calms no jitters -Liberals once again ill-equipped to deal with far-right, give Tom Cotton room to pretend like he is pro-worker -GAO: The F-35’s guidance system gets poor internet connection -Trump admin pushes ahead with first border wall contract after DHS obliterated procurement regulations Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/11/20: Infected by Conservatives Mar 11, 2020

-Bernie losses suggest “Never Trump” neocons have poisoned the well -Sanders has made missteps, but right-wing entryism makes the Democratic Party toxic -Keep knocking doors for Bernie, but become a dues paying member of a left-wing organization if you haven’t Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/10/20: Cruising for Corporate Bailouts Mar 10, 2020

-Trump promises bailouts for airline industry and cruise liners after payroll tax cut proposal yields short-lived stock market boost -No urgency for Financial Stability Oversight Council meeting despite underlying corporate credit problems -Federal government covering up coronavirus, ripping down sanitation posters in immigration courts -The CDC is a mess and for-profit healthcare vampires aren’t helping -Another fake accounts scandal: Fifth Third Bank accused of enabling systematic fraud through rotten incentives -Somebody think of the neverending war! Dems getting testy over Afghan troop withdrawal proposal Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/9/20: The Oil Slip of 2020 Mar 09, 2020

-Stock markets around the world routed, NYSE 7-percent loss “circuit breakers” suspend trading minutes after opening bell -Biggest one-day oil price drop since the First Gulf War amid Saudi-Russia price war -The real horseshoe theory: Crystal people and prepper types involved in coronavirus scams, FTC warns -Biden names possible cabinet full of Wall Street people and Elizabeth Warren; still no Sanders endorsement because having principles is actually bad, apparently -We’re ready to hear both sides of the coronavirus debate, as Ted Cruz self-quarantines Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/4/20: Do a Dab and Back to Work Mar 04, 2020

-It ain’t over by a longshot, even if Bernie underperformed on Super Tuesday -Sanders cruising in California, splitting in Texas puts him in position to win -Bloomberg out, endorses incompetent guy who made him initially get in the race -Bernie on the offensive, calling out Biden for his long history of pining for Social Security cuts -Shahid Buttar advances to challenge Pelosi from the left in November Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/3/20: Feelin’ Super Mar 03, 2020

-Bernie can still win big tonight and go on to clinch the nomination, despite the establishment whipping for Biden -Fed lowers interest rates by 0.50 points in emergency coronavirus response, the largest cut since the Great Recession. Stocks still trend downward anyway. -Dems still aching to give President Trump a huge stimulus and an Infrastructure Week in an election year -Supreme Court hears oral arguments in case over CFPB structure -Bureau of Prisons failing to keep tabs on contractors who sell them bogus food products -GAO details increase in airline disability accommodation complaints Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/2/20: For Whom the Binder Hurls Mar 02, 2020

-Buttigieg drops out, Klobuchar follows suit, both endorse Biden as establishment looks to stop Bernie -It didn’t bring down her campaign like it should have: The Senate should investigate Klobuchar for abusing staffers -Contrary to Dem consultant talking points, Biden would be a disaster for down ballot Democrats. He’s obsessed with appealing to Republicans. Bernie would bring new voters into the fold. -Trump’s big peace deal in Afghanistan fell to pieces in just 48 hours -Ken Cuccinelli stripped of acting USCIS directorship by federal judge, locks Twitter account and changes bio -House looks set to pass another short-term extension of warrantless surveillance powers

DSR 2/27/20: CDC: See Deez Nuts!!! Feb 27, 2020

-Trump says he disagrees with top health officials over likelihood of major coronavirus outbreak; stocks slide for sixth consecutive day -After ironing out kinks, CDC diagnostic testing to be fully operational this weekend -Betsy DeVos grilled on charter school corruption, her own ties to charters -FTC sues to stop Wyoming coal merger -Under Siege: Steven Seagall faces SEC charges for cryptocurrency promotion Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/26/20: Mask Out Feb 26, 2020

-US struggles with surgical mask supply amid coronavirus crisis -Congress unimpressed with the meager emergency budget request by the Trump administration -Supreme Court affirms dismissal of lawsuit against Border Patrol agent who killed Mexican teenager -Resurgence of black lung cases threatens coal miner trust fund, GAO warns -Appellate judges side with Trump admin on holding DOJ money from sanctuary cities Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR CHIP CHAT 2.25.20: BUFF BERNIE IS BACK! Feb 25, 2020

We talk with journalist Chip Gibbons about the return of RUSSIAGATE and how it's being deployed against Bernie Sanders.

DSR 2/24/20: Capitalism is Sick Feb 24, 2020

-Spread of coronavirus causes stock markets to tumble; airlines and retail hurting -Xenophobic, elitist “public charge” rule takes effect today -Documented immigration down 10 percent under the Trump administration -US fails to cite any harm done by Assange at London extradition hearing -Rant Line: That sound you’re hearing is thousands of knees bending Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/20/20: Another Groyper at the White House Feb 20, 2020

-President side-steps Congressional authority, names far-right loyalist Richard Grennell as White House intelligence adviser -Grennell interfered in domestic politics as ambassador to Germany, praised far-right parties; Germany plagued by far-right terrorism, including deadly attack last night -Federal prisons failing inmates with Hepatitis C -Bloomberg racks up three endorsements from House Dems after awful debate performance; Gottheimer, Lowey, and Aguilar have personal and financial ties to the oligarch -FTC says checks are in the mail from Office Depot to those ripped off by a fake malware scam Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/19/20: Bloomberg Meltdown Watch Feb 19, 2020

-Oligarch takes stage tonight in first competitive debate since 2009, when his base consisted of future Trump fans on Staten Island -Another anti-Bernie PAC created with ties to Joe Manchin’s world -President Trump accused of pardon quid pro quo in Julian Assange case -IRS goes after rich people not paying their taxes...by giving them free tax consulting services Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/18/20: Bernie Bro Dark Money, Pharma Giant Nexus? Feb 18, 2020

-Beat Bernie Super PAC shares address with Mylan PAC -Company led by Heather Bresch, Joe Manchin’s daughter; Sanders has blasted Mylan for pharmaceutical price gouging -Bloomberg spends $400 million for the chance to get humiliated at tomorrow night’s debate -Recession watch: HSBC cutting one-third of its US branches, Apple to take second quarter coronavirus hit, Japan output drops dramatically before outbreak -Still plugging away at regime change, Trump admin sanctions Russian oil company for doing business in Venezuela Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/13/20: Trying to Raise Dark Money by Whining about Bernie Bros Feb 13, 2020

-Washington Super PAC launched to fight “a rogue army of online supporters who threaten, insult, and bully anyone who dares to question Sanders” -Senate passes non-binding resolution aimed at curtailing Trump’s ability to start a war with Iran -Head of US Strategic Command: We can launch nukes at people who have no intention of nuking us -Republican Senator, Trump cabinet official dishonestly criticize Medicare for All sounding just like Pete Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar -Trump attempting to divert more money for the wall, but at least some of it would come from the F-35 Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/12/20: Boost Centrists? Warren has a Plan for That Feb 12, 2020

--Elizabeth Warren has an awful night in New Hampshire; no less than she deserves for boosting Amy Klobuchar all week --Buttigieg, leaning on the Harry Reid machine, launches crooked attack on Medicare for All in Nevada --Trump now calling any shot he wants at the Justice Department after GOP Senators signaled they will let him do anything --Fed Chair Jay Powell unconcerned with renewed complexity on Wall Street, stands ready to bail out banks again --Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin defends Trump admin slasher budget proposal --State Department asks for emergency approval to advance anti-immigrant “public charge” rule so consular officials fall in line with the goons at Homeland Security Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/11/20: Hoping for a Rat Fuck Fail Feb 11, 2020

-Centrists are so desperate to steal this from Bernie, he might be the only one to leave NH with delegates tonight -Buttigieg might feel the squeeze: Voters are writing in Bloomberg, after the oligarch flooded the airwaves and social media with hundreds of millions in spending -Rashida Tlaib grills Fed Chair Jay Powell on lack of emergency money for Detroit and Puerto Rico while Wall Street gets bailed out -Hope your Trump Hotel cocktails tasted like piss: Insufferable T-Mobile CEO gets his wish with hack judge approving Sprint acquisition -Department of Energy proposes ramping up approval of gas exports, with the planet currently needing the opposite of that -Watchdog overseeing war in Afghanistan tabulates thousands of casualties in reconstruction efforts Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/6/20: Rat Boy Calls His Dad Feb 06, 2020

-Pete Buttgieg calls the manager, asks Tom Perez to step in after Bernie cleans up satellite caucuses by reaching out to working class people and immigrants -Perez calls for recount mere minutes before Sanders was set to take the stage to declare victory by every measure -Trump admin retaliates against New York state for law stopping ICE from accessing driver data -Two corporate union-busters poised for Labor Department role with power to audit union finances -CFPB head Kathy Kraninger explains decision to ease off abusive practice charges, saying banks can take “reasonable advantages” of customers Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/5/20: FBI Wants Them Zuccing Up Your Messages Feb 05, 2020

-Top Fed Chrstopher Wray attacks encryption, says it’s good that Facebook can read all your messages -Jared Kushner’s fake peace plan ripped by EU official decrying approval of Israeli annexation -FDIC inconsistent on cost-benefit analysis, agency failed to score roll-back of enhanced supervision implemented after 2008 crash -Anti-aging scam sees company hit with FTC penalties Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/4/20: Crush the Rat Feb 04, 2020

-Buttigieg plus the old CIA move of declaring himself “victorious” in Iowa before any vote tallies are released -Process in total disarray, though it seems almost certain that Bernie won and Biden was waxed -With either incompetence or malice, the party denied Sanders his victory lap and gave Biden cover for crashing -Judgment Day looms for Biden in South Carolina, where Bernie is closing the gap Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 2/3/20: Waiting for Iowa Feb 03, 2020

-Chinese stock market firesale doesn’t spread to New York this morning, but Wall Street vampires might smash that “sell” button tonight -AOC and Bernie introduce legislation to ban fracking by 2025 -Betsy DeVos ignoring House Oversight Committee requests, skips town to campaign for Trump -FTC sues to stop merger of major razor retailers Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/30/20: The Lion and the Lamb Jan 30, 2020

-Connor Lamb was the only Dem to vote against two war power checks, including the 2002 AUMF repeal from Barbara Lee -Brazilian asylum seekers barred from US entry amid new cohort of migrants fleeing Bolsonaro nightmare -F-35 still failing the “Mattis Test,” can’t perform at least one type of combat mission 80 percent of the time -Banking regulators propose rule enabling federally-insured banks to increase exposure to hedge funds; FDIC Dem board member raises alarm, pointing to Bear Stearns and Goldman role in ‘08 crash Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/29/20: Testifying at the Impeachment Trial for Retweets Jan 29, 2020

-John Bolton has a book to sell. It’s still good he might screw our doofus President. -Democrats can’t believe Trump didn’t give them credit for helping his re-election campaign on NAFTA re-write -Pelosi unveils infrastructure bill seeking to help Trump fulfill another campaign promise, Speaker says at press conference -Defense contracting giant Boeing reports annual losses for the first time in two decades -Pompeo says State considering China travel ban over coronavirus Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/22/20: Tulsi Sues Hillary: Can They Both Lose? Jan 22, 2020

-Gabbard, seemingly the only one who wants Hillary Clinton in the public spotlight, sues HRC for $50 million over Russian stooge comments -SCOTUS hears oral arguments in case involving Montana private school donor tax credit, separation of church and state -Brown-nosing frat boys at Barstool Sports agree to settle illegal union-busting charges in case demonstrating the weakness of labor law -EPA sued for lack of scientific integrity while drafting new clean water rule -Trump says he’s thinking of doubling the number of countries on the list that started as his Muslim Ban Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/21/20: Impeach the Whole Damn Constitution Jan 21, 2020

-Sham trial rules show, yet again, how the Founding Fathers were blowhards -SCOTUS denies Democrats’ request for expedited Obamacare litigation -Justices refrain from killing lawsuit that could cost Facebook bigtime in Illinois -Trump admin moves this week to relax rules on small arms exports -CBP appears to be targeting documented Iranians with deportation orders Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/16/20: Warren sides with Trump on Trade Jan 16, 2020

-NAFTA rewrite passes Senate; Sanders laments impact on climate change, notes criticism from unions -Most Dems side with President, though Schumer objected at the last second on environmental grounds -Uhh did the President try to get an ambassador whacked? Sketchy texts coming out in the impeachment trial -GAO also rules that President Trump illegally withheld aid to Ukraine -Watchdog calls for lawsuits against the FCC for failing to consider the environmental impacts of satellite approval -Failed state: the two grifters who ran the CIA post-9/11 torture program look set to testify at Gitmo next week Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/15/20: Let me Speak to the Manager Jan 15, 2020

-Dems name impeachment managers -Reefer sadness: Congress, executive branch still pretending weed is too dangerous to study -Military lying “by omission” to lawmakers about Afghanistan -- Special Inspector General -DHS employees report being miserable, especially the anti-WMD unit, reassuringly Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/14/20: Refusing to Fight Warmongering Republicans Jan 14, 2020

-Top Dem on House Foreign Affairs shrugs his shoulders about Pompeo’s committee no-show, as the Secretary of State arrogantly boasts of Iran policy success at a right-wing think tank -Trump admin official defends policy of criminalizing asylum seeking -Republican Congressman: Actually, children die in custody all the time so it’s okay -Leaked emails show Stephen Miller engaging in white nationalist “demographic replacement” discourse -Senate to move forward on impeachment trial, McConnell lacking votes to kill it -Merkley: The CIA is doing funny business with Iran intelligence, not unlike 2003 with respect to Iraq Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/13/20: Stock Market Coked Up on Trade Deal it Hasn’t Seen Yet Jan 13, 2020

-Dow Jones reaching new historic highs with text of US-China “Phase 1” set to be released this week -Chinese officials staying quiet on details ahead of release with US negotiators changing their mind so much -Labor Department proposes rule to protect franchise feudalism from legal challenges -Iran admits to shooting down Ukranian airliner, apologizes (contrasting sharply with George H.W. Bush), though no resignations yet -Totally chill: US government increasing production of “plutonium pits” for nuclear stockpile Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/9/20: “Weak Democrats” Doesn’t Include Bernie Jan 09, 2020

-Trump mocks “weak” 2020 opponents, name-by-name, but leaves out Bernie -President says he doesn’t need Congress for war with Iran -House readies war powers resolution, which, while not an actual check on power, makes the US look weak -Two Senate Republicans, Mike Lee and Rand Paul, disgusted with administration briefing on Iran -Of course there is some approval for the Suleimani assassination, in our country of adult babies, but the vast majority say it’s reckless and puts everyone at risk - Poll -FTC moving forward with study of managers forcing workers to sign “non-compete” contracts Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/8/20: Striking Back at the Empire (Sort of) Jan 08, 2020

-No casualties: Iran cites proportionality and international law in response to Suleimani assassination -President Trump appears fine with not escalating for now, but Ayatollah Khamenei calls for an end to “seditious American presence in the region.” -Non-war news: IRS watchdog decries lack of staffing, problems with “free file” -Federal appeals court delivers setback to Atlantic Coast Pipeline -Contractor coughs up $375,000 for scamming NASA Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/7/20: On a War Footing Jan 07, 2020

-Mike Pompeo casts himself as the defender of Persian culture -Secretary of State concedes Soleimani assassination is part of “maximum pressure,” no evidence of imminent threat -Chuck Schumer is worried--about the future of the US empire -Joe Biden laments “Iranian parliament” ordering US troops to leave -Senate Finance Committee advances USMCA trade deal authorization -Pete ButtiCIAeg Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/6/20: Obey the Rules of the War Crimes Website Jan 06, 2020

-Mods on high alert as Trump posts war crime threat after war crime threat -Javad Zarif: “End of US malign presence in West Asia has begun.” -Trump officials reportedly ready “to kill as many as possible” on the way out. Army people, if you’re reading this: considering going AWOL -GOP mulls senate rule changes to force Pelosi to send impeachment articles to the upper chamber Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 1/2/20: Investing in Flag Draped Coffin Stock Jan 02, 2020

-US military sends 750 more troops to Iraq after embassy siege, with possibility of more on the way -Pompeo cancels travel plans, Kataeb Hizbollah spokesperson claims “psychological defeat” for US -Cig sales were down in 2018 for the 15th consecutive year, vaping was on the rise -Bernie with the biggest Fourth Quarter haul at $34 million, Buttigieg in second (so far) with $24.7 million; Yang at $16; Biden and Warren reports to come Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

12/31/19: United States Unpopular in Iraq, for Some Reason Dec 31, 2019

-Iraqi guards watch attack on US embassy after Pentagon airstrike kills 25 people -Sound familiar? UN says Chelsea Manning is being tortured -2019…Actually Good? A year of labor fighting back -2020 Predictions: Insha’allah it will be Nancy Pelosi’s final year in Washington Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/19/19: Obamacare is Dead, Long Live Medicare for All Dec 19, 2019

-The Affordable Care Act said--nothing, you idiots. The Affordable Care Act is dead, it’s locked in the judicial system basement -House Dems delay moving articles of impeachment to the Senate. Pelosi may have got something right, for once -Jeff Van Drew officially betrays the Democratic Party--and if someone wanted to help him get re-elected as a Republican they wouldn’t get blacklisted by the DCCC (unlike left-wingers supporting primary challengers) -NIST reviews law enforcement facial recognition finding much higher chances of false positives for black and asian suspects Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/18/19: Going Through the Motions Dec 18, 2019

-Impeachment vote today. It’s hard to appreciate the historic nature when thinking about how Dems have screwed this up -Putting the rib-meatloaf birthday cake on hold: whistleblowers warn new inspection program leaves US pork vulnerable to contaminants -Trump NLRB: Bosses have the first amendment right to suppress workplace speech through email -FTC releases announces Cambridge Analytica settlement. Ex-CEO and app developer promise they will never again deceive 50 million people to influence US elections -Quality of life deterioration detailed by GAO, net worth “substantially negative for Millennials” Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/17/19: Mitch Hunt Dec 17, 2019

-McConnell girds everyone for impeachment trial by dismissing the idea that trials need witnesses -Guy who graduated college in 2008 set to be confirmed by Senate for powerful obscure regulatory position -Why not just make letter carriers into first responders for a biological terrorist attack? GAO with dystopian cost-saving suggestions for the Post Office -Labor Department readies new rule to saddle public sector labor organizations with more costs Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/16/19: Cave Donkeys Dec 16, 2019

-Dems capitulate on wall, look set to take government shutdowns off the table until September -Eli Lilly generic insulin not available in 83 percent of pharmacies, per senators’ survey -SCOTUS declines to revive Boise ban on homeless people sleeping in public places -Boeing to keep 737 max production suspended, after failing to pressure FAA into allow plane to fly again

DSR 12/12/19: Rush-in Interference Dec 12, 2019

-Senate Democrats attempt to undermine Corbyn’s Labour at the last minute before the British general election -Education Secretary Betsy Devos defends Corinthian Colleges, a for-profit college that went bankrupt while defrauding students -DHS announces opioid mail surveillance contest winners: More money for security complex to tackle public health issue -GAO recommends creation of climate change infrastructure bank, with past climate change recommendations totally ignored Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/11/19: Round Up the Bowties Dec 11, 2019

-Trump emoluments case set to go before full Fourth Circuit, with possible Supreme Court case looming -Final defense policy bill jettisons Democratic items with top House Dem negotiator scoffing at “negotiating harder” before right-wing think tank -Pentagon inspector general launches probe of military border mission. Investigation to include “training on potential contacts with civilians.” -Justice Department inspector general dismisses theory of “deep state” launching Trump probe Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/10/19: Impeaching the President, Helping Him Get Re-elected Dec 10, 2019

-Pelosi holds two press conferences in one hour: One on impeachment, one on helping the President pass a trade deal -SEC Chair grilled for citing fake public comments lauding proposal to limit shareholder scrutiny -Tom Cotton attempts to approximate human being, says WeWork helps explains why socialism appeals to young people -FTC punishes for-profit college grifters University of Phoenix Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/9/19: Point of Odor Dec 09, 2019

-Republicans stink up Impeachment hearings, filling their diaper about civility -Afghanistan War records feature at the heart of a major journalistic scoop about Pentagon lies--for the second time this decade -SCOTUS declines to take up challenge of creepy Kentucky ultrasound abortion law -Historic percentage of Americans put off healthcare treatment due to cost concerns Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/5/19: Executing Innocent People: Still Constitutional Dec 05, 2019

-SCOTUS moves toward ruling on matter in relisting of Reed v. Texas, yet another case highlighting the shittiness of the US Constitution -Top Fed supervisor hails “best in 35 years” banking system amid headlines about corporate debt market. Randal Quarles is known for previous praise of financial resiliency--as George W. Bush Treasury guy -Anti-abortion activist with minimal legal experience confirmed by Senate as federal judge for life -Senators press Justice Department to investigate Attorney General Barr over DEA warrantless mass surveillance program Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/4/19: Fool Me Twice Dec 04, 2019

-Nancy Pelosi is dragging her feet on major improvements to labor law for the second time in ten years. Rachel Cohen discusses her recent story in The Intercept -April deadline for new food stamp cruelty: Trump admin says almost 700,000 people will lose SNAP benefits, if courts don’t strike down proposal -Whoops: Department of Education says it improperly sent debt collection notices to 45,000 defrauded students, revising number by a factor of three Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 12/3/19: Das Bloat Dec 03, 2019

-Navy announces biggest ever shipbuilding contract. Nine nuclear subs commissioned by world’s largest military to confront “threat” from China -Secretary of State vows more US meddling in Latin American countries, hints at violent suppression of protests -DHS getting ready to deploy extremely questionable facial recognition tech for foreign visitors -District Sentinel Recession Watch: Commercial construction value drops in October by more than 17 percent on an annual basis Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/21/19: Chemical Disaster Rule Rollback, Sounds Chill Nov 21, 2019

-EPA proposes watering down regs passed after massive 2013 Texas explosion -PR firm fake comment campaign tied to SEC attack on shareholder voting rights -There are thirty-two active national emergencies declared or affirmed by the President -Trump wants one of the war criminals he pardoned to be reinstated by the Navy SEALs Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/20/19: Mike Pompeo Struggles With Outlook Nov 20, 2019

-Ambassador Sondland testifies that top officials knew about Giuliani’s diplomatic efforts. Sec. Pompeo had emails printed out for him -Republican Senator complains about Pentagon failing audit headlines; DOD official confirms they failed -Lawmakers press EPA leaders to return to bargaining table with employees -NLRB: Board member actually should have ignored ethics advice on recusing himself from a matter he worked on as union busting lawyer -Banking regulators approve of largest merger since crash. Dem FDIC member warns the new bank could be “too big to fail,” approves of it anyway Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/19/19: Tack on the Police State Powers Nov 19, 2019

-Patriot Act extension slipped into must-pass government funding bill, per the custom -FBI failing to vet informants, keeping snitches that should be disqualified, per DOJ Inspector General -Republicans bring industry hacks to private equity hearing -Almost 1,000 EPA clean-up sites at risk of climate change related damage Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/18/19: Operation: Suck at Accounting Nov 18, 2019

-Pentagon fails yet another audit. Maybe it’s all the secret never-ending war. -Sotomayor: SCOTUS neglects chance to uphold precedent on civil asset forfeiture -Roberts Court does find time to temporarily halt subpoena of Trump accounting records -NOAA: Arctic ice cover at record low last month Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/14/19: The Clown Car Ratfuck Nov 14, 2019

-Deval Patrick is the latest hopeless Wall Street bootlicker to declare he’s running for President. It sure does seem like centrists Dems want a crowded field for dirty tricks at the convention -The Breitbart to illegal firing pipeline: State IG finds bureaucrats were wrongfully dismissed after conservative media smear campaigns -When you’re definitely not racist: DHS wants to charge fees and withhold work permits to asylum applicants -The F-35’s flight control system is not properly functioning, leading to manual work-arounds -FCC being sued by local authorities over ruling which gives cable companies an out from billions in licensing fees Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/13/19: The Foreign Policy Dad Committee Nov 13, 2019

-Impeachment hearings really should be broader -Ominously-named Chad Wolf set to become yet another acting DHS Secretary -Border Patrol official boasts of agency response to racist Facebook page: social media training -Pentagon Inspector General publishes report on US military activity across Africa. Surprise: it’s classified -Fed Chair tells Congress it should worry about people on too many opioids to work (???) Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/12/19: Pointing Out the Obvious Nov 12, 2019

-State Department claims Bolivian security forces merely “pointed out the obvious” forcing Evo Morales to resign. Obviously a coup. -SCOTUS hears oral arguments in DACA case -Stephen Miller emails leaked to SPLC show White House aide liking white nationalist websites, the confederate flag, Infowars etc. -Biggest bank merger since Great Recession approved by Justice Department -Trump admin looks to kill environmental rules through bogus research release proposal undermining medical privacy Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/7/19: Break up DHS? Bernie has plan for that Nov 07, 2019

-Sanders campaign releases proposal to dissolve post-9/11 agency -Senate advances yet more Trump judicial nominees, including a Stephen Miller aide appointed to an appellate circuit position -DOJ announces arrest in Saudi Twitter espionage scheme -CFTC granting exemptions from “bad actor” stock market bans -Bill Gates reveals the insecurity that drove him to accumulate and hoard obscene amounts of money, expresses willingness to vote for Trump Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/6/19: How Will They Let Us Down? Nov 06, 2019

-Dems now fully in control of Virginia, where labor needs help -Public impeachment hearings coming next week -Supreme Court hears case on groundwater pollution; White House, lobbyists press for more leniency -Administration refuses to publicly state whether mass surveillance program has ever been helpful -SEC release shows enforcement down since Obama era, as agency proposes rules designed to preserve corporate secrecy, Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/5/19: Screwing Over Polar Bears Nov 05, 2019

-Lobbyist-friendly Interior official denies undermining scientific integrity, casts doubt on what researchers say about Arctic drilling -FTC announces settlement with AT&T for throttling unlimited data -Criminal antitrust cases at 40-year low -Getting name recognition through stupid scandals--Tom Steyer staffer resigns after accessing data from Kamala Harris campaign McKayla Wilkes fundraiser: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mckayla-fundraiser-1110 Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 11/4/19: The Age of Automated License Plate Readers Nov 04, 2019

-SCOTUS hears case on charges thrown out due to traffic stop assumptions about the driver being whoever registered the car. Civil libertarians warn of reversal’s impact on poor people and communities of color -EPA rolling back rules on coal ash waste disposal. New safety regulations had been established after 2015 contamination disaster in Tennessee -Trump loses Second Circuit appeal of accounting firm subpoena; White House officials reportedly ignore impeachment inquiries -Today marks the formal start of the US withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord, a departure process that won’t end until after the next Presidential election -Here comes the bad part: Nats go to the White House Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/31/19: Nats Win (Thanks to Us) Oct 31, 2019

-We celebrate the Nats World Series win and our successful pre-Game 6 exorcism by converting Sam Sacks to Catholicism -Recession scapegoat preview minus racist incitement: Trump reacts to first House impeachment vote by claiming it hurt the stock market -Two House Dems vote with GOP on impeachment--Rural Minnesota’s Colin Peterson and South Jersey Dipshit Jeff Van Drew -Twenty House Republicans and 24 Dems back compromise bill granting path to citizenship for undocumented farm workers -Ok millennial--FTC warns younger people among cohort most preyed upon by online scammers Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/30/19: Putting Iron Fists in My Ears Oct 30, 2019

-FBI Director Wray tells Congress he never heard about the “black identity extremist” surveillance program called Iron Fist -Fed cuts interest rates again with corporate bond market teetering -Cuccinelli claims responsibility for revoking status from sick immigrant kids, responding to questions about Stephen Miller’s role -Justice Department secures five-year-sentence for prison guard who conspired with inmate to carry out hit. Meanwhile, in not entirely unrelated news, more evidence that Jeffrey Epstein was murdered. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/29/19: Nosediving Erratically to Avoid my Enemies Oct 29, 2019

-Pentagon announces F-35 production increase, despite problems with the Lockheed Martin fighter jet -Boeing CEO won’t criticize self-regulation at Senate hearing about 737 crashes -GAO finds increase in anti-Semitic, Islamophobic hate crimes on college campuses -Small Victory: Trump administration withdraws Park Service rule designed to clamp down on protests in Washington -Plus, an amateur exorcism to ward off Barbara Bush’s Ghost from the Washington Nationals McKayla Wilkes fundraiser link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mckayla-fundraiser-1110#basics Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

UNLOCKED! Chip Chat on the FBI's 1st Amendment Abuses Oct 29, 2019

The latest Chip Chat has been removed from behind the paywall. Journalist Chip Gibbons talks about his new report on the FBI's persistent attacks on speech and organizing.

DSR 10/23/19: Please No Zuck Bucks Oct 23, 2019

-It sure does sound like Facebook wants to get into global payday lending with its Libra -Zuckerberg inconsistent when answering questions about moderating political ads, concedes that some disinfo should come down -Day after testimony that hurt Trump, House Republicans storm SCIF to disrupt impeachment depositions -Dow Chemical man leading EPA regional office in New England Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/22/19: Strong F-35 Energy From PG&E Oct 22, 2019

-Investor-owned utility announces more planned blackouts due to weather conditions -Ohio counties receive $260 million in settlement with opioid manufacturers, eyeing pharmacies next -Senate Dems press regulators on Vanity Fair reporting of suspicious futures trades linked to President Trump’s statements -Meanwhile, Senate Republicans are angry about an effort to crackdown on market manipulation and insider trading -HUD screwing Puerto Rico out of billions in disaster-related grants, Ben Carson brags about it Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/21/19: Mayor Pete is a Snake Oct 21, 2019

-Buttigieg campaign hires two aides recommended by Mark Zuckerberg, with Facebook under fire from the left -US military now openly talking about “guarding oil” in Syria; Trump reportedly eyes keeping troops in east, along the Iraq border -UAW votes until Friday on ending GM strike, reports of workers unhappy with deal -Department of Agriculture finalizes new rules protecting corporations from FOIA, points critics to recent Supreme Court ruling -Federal land managers still failing to secure staff after Bundy uprising: GAO Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

BONUS CONTENT UNLOCKED: Municipalize PG&E! Oct 18, 2019

The two Sams conducted an interview with San Francisco DSA member Mia about the mismanagement, greed, and cruelty of California utility PG&E, and why the public should take it over. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel for more stuff like this!

DSR 10/17/19: Angrily Pointing at the Scumbag I Want to Help Oct 17, 2019

-Pelosi talks about helping Trump pass a trade deal after standing up to him or whatever -The Speaker said she was mad about US global power. Slay him with a cruise missile, Queen! -Impeachment proceedings: US Ambassador to EU tells Congress he was directed to make policy through Giuliani -We need help: CDC data release confirms trend of rising youth suicide in the United States -Ron Wyden wants to throw Mark Zuckerberg in jail (good) -President plans to hold next year’s G-7 at his own shitty hotel Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/16/19: Getting Things Done By Lavishly Wasting My Own Money Oct 16, 2019

-One in sixteen dollars spent by Biden’s campaign is going to a private jet -Strike updates: UAW-GM dispute reportedly near its end; Chicago Teachers prepare for action -Nothing sinister here, folks: Trump admin wants public comments on “Special Immigrant Juvenile” designation, which gives status to immigrant orphans -CFPB head refused offer by company to compensate ripped-off customers, ignored career staff calls to seek said compensation, and then almost certainly lied about it to Congress today -US officials claim cyber attack against the Iranian government after September 14 strike by Houthis on Saudi oil infrastructure; Iran says it never happened Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/15/19: Take Back The Power (Company) Oct 15, 2019

-Vape ‘Em if You Got ‘Em: US military announces ban on vape sales through branch exchanges -White House unveils sanctions against Turkey for military operation Trump effectively greenlit -Professional relationship between Elaine Chao and Mitch McConnell could be investigated by DOT Inspector General, House committee -What could possibly go wrong? Senate Dem suggests making journalists a protected class -The Fed is upping intervention in financial markets and lowering interest rates, consumer credit card interest is trending in the other direction Subscriber only content (Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel): -PG&E left millions of Californians in the dark last weekend. DSA San Fran member Mia (@buttpraxis) talks about plans to bring the for-profit utility under state and worker control

DSR 10/10/19: Campaign Finance Double Flip Flop Oct 10, 2019

-Warren reverses on accepting corporate campaign money in the general, but then says she’ll help the Democratic Party raise corporate cash -Giuliani clients charged with violating campaign finance law, House Dems subpoena them for reported role in Ukraine scandal -Warrantless wiretap search numbers revealed in FISA court filings -Facebook could be attempting to use crypto partners as a shield against regulators, Senators warn -Half of US bird species set for extinction with 2 percent global temperature rise—Audubon Society

DSR 10/9/19: Chicago Teachers Strike! Oct 09, 2019

The two Sams are atoning, so instead of a newscast, we’re unlocking an interview we did with Chicago teacher and member of the CTU bargaining team, Kenzo Shibata. Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/8/19: Neil’s Nod to Bigots Oct 08, 2019

-Justice Gorsuch frets about “massive social upheaval” if SCOTUS recognizes gay and trans workplace rights under Civil Rights Act -Gordon Sondlond, Trump donor who became Ambassador to EU, enters center stage of impeachment fight for clumsy text message scheming -Up to $27.3 billion in mortgages, one in every nine mortgage dollars insured last year by the FHA, may have been improperly backed due to borrowers’ federal tax debt -Orwell didn’t write instructions for Jeff Bezos, dang it. Congress called on to investigate Amazon home products’ ties to police departments. Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/7/19: Destroying and Obliterating Other Countries to Stop Endless Wars Oct 07, 2019

-Trump goes from calling for wars to end to threatening to sabotage the Turkish economy in a few hours -Transportation Sec. Elaine Chao meeting disproportionately with local officials from state of husband, Mitch McConnell -SCOTUS kicks off new term hearing case on Kansas law narrowing the use of insanity pleas; White House sides with state, obviously, claiming pleas allow “an on-off switch for liability.” -GM strike drags on, UAW calls for assurances on job security Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/3/19: Fire At Will Oct 03, 2019

-Warren releases labor plan to Vox praise of “most ambitious” but no vow to end “at will” employment (unlike Sanders) -Trump admin ratchets up trade war stance, hitting tasty butter, British blankeys and other European products with tariffs Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel To listen to the full episode, including bonus content at the end: Chicago Teachers Union votes to set Oct 17 strike date. Teacher/CTU bargaining unit member Kenzo Shibata discusses the state of Chicago schools, the education strike wave and the fight to make the US more worker-friendly

DSR 10/2/19: Loud Empty Hotel Rooms Oct 02, 2019

-House Oversight looks at possible rental of Trump Hotel rooms to curry favor with President -USDA floats another proposal to cut food stamps for millions of people -Whistleblower may have tried to stop Boeing 737 malfunctions; company applying to get planes back in the air -The world is on track to get 50 percent of its energy supply from renewables by 2050, a US government report says. That’s not good enough. Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 10/1/19: Nancy Boo-losi Oct 01, 2019

-A crowd reportedly booed Speaker Pelosi after she voiced support for Henry Cuellar, an incumbent Dem who voted with Trump for most of last Congress -Justice Dept. Inspector General details DEA light touch on opioids as overdose crisis worsened -Trump admin, North Korea to resume talks this weekend; South Korea continues to voice support for diplomacy -Manufacturing index dips to lowest level since 2009 -DC Circuit upholds FCC relaxation of Net Neutrality rules, blocks Trump admin effort to stop stronger rules at state level Subscribe at Patreon.com/DisrictSentinel

DSR 9/30/19: Canadian Bae Con Sep 30, 2019

-The Sams take the day off for the Jewish New Year -Trump's Civil War tweet, and other recent stories from over the weekend -UNLOCKED FROM BEHIND THE PAYWALL: An interview with podcaster Karen Geier on Justin Trudeau’s love of costumes and the Prime Minister’s chances of remaining in power after Canadian federal elections Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/26/19: Giuliani Euro Trip Sep 26, 2019

-Whistleblower complaint on the Trump-Ukraine-Hunter Biden scandal alleges multiple White House inside sources, State Department efforts to rein in Rudy Giuliani -Joseph Maguire, Acting Director of National Intelligence, testified today. Maguire tried to explain why it took months to tell Congress, despite Inspector General corroboration -Obvious “Wag the Dog” reference much? The Trump administration is accusing Syria of chemical weapons use -GM strike enters day 11, though UAW and management look close to a deal. The company has already restored workers’ healthcare coverage Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel to unlock the bonus content at the end of the episode: Canadian Bae Con -Justin Trudeau’s woke brand falls apart weeks before the Canadian election, with the Prime Minister mired in a blackface scandal. Canadian writer/podcaster Karen Geier (@KarenGeier) comes on to discuss the situation

DSR 9/25/19: Won’t Someone Think of the Empire Sep 25, 2019

-Dems look to screw up this up already, disingenuously framing the Ukraine issue as the only impeachment related matter that the public “understands” -On the Republican side: the “transcript” released by Trump is not a transcript and even then it does not make him look good at all -FHA reverse mortgage foreclosures spiked from 2 to 18 percent in four years, according to watchdog report -Fed governor Lael Brainard won’t answer question about whether she’s “a capitalist or a socialist” -FTC accuses Match dating conglomerate of illegally exploiting the horny Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel for access to the bonus content at the end of today's show: Building Huge Vulnerable Aircraft Carriers to Own My Enemy -Sina Rahmani, from The East is a Podcast, on the recent Saudi oil attack and how the United States is in a prime position to get dealt a huge blow by Iran

DSR 9/24/19: Step One: Tax Billionaires Out of Existence Sep 24, 2019

-Bernie’s plan wouldn’t necessarily do that, but it gets us closer than Warren’s plan -More House Dems coming around on impeachment after Trump-Biden-Ukraine scandal -New York Fed promises up to $75 billion cash injections to overnight financial markets every day until Oct. 10 (that means the economy is good, right?) -Senate set to confirm former Koch lackey as top overseer of federal land management -Speaking of which, GAO details how energy companies have been getting away with highway robbery on federal land leases -New Trump overtime rule takes potential raise away from 2.8 million workers Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/23/19: Traffic In Pisstown Sep 23, 2019

-Climate Strike protests clog rush hour for drivers in Washington, sparking reactionary thirst posting from Ken Cuccinelli -Senate Dems demand hearing on Trump Ukraine pressure over Biden failson -President clearly appears to be acting inappropriately, though Hunter exemplifies why ex-VP is a bad nominee -The Labor Department, which is about to be led by Eugene Scalia, wants to collect info on public sector management metrics -Trump admin assault on graduate student unions officially unveiled today -FCC media ownership rules dealt setback in appeals court Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/18/19: Ragetweeting Interest Rates Down Sep 18, 2019

-Fed decision to lower rates comes as New York Fed injects $128 billion in financial markets -Intelligence community tries to take Edward Snowden’s book profits -House moves bills that would stop forced arbitration, GOP attack on endangered species protections -Elizabeth Warren flubs question about raising taxes for single payer. Who cares about higher taxes with health insurance vampires on the prowl? Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/17/19: First Donor Ambassador to UAE Sep 17, 2019

-Republican campaign donor/family company CEO set to he confirmed by Senate -Elaine Chao asked about self dealing by House Oversight Committee -Mitch McConnell predicts Dems will chicken out on Defense spending bill -GAO: Ten percent of airport and airline service workers reported physical assaults by passengers Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/16/19: “Plenty of Oil,” Indeed Sep 16, 2019

-Trump threatens Iran to help Saudi campaign of atrocities in Yemen -Fifty thousand UAW workers out on strike, with healthcare at heart of fight -Purdue Pharma files for bankruptcy as state officials reject settlement in push for more damages -New Kavanaugh sexual assault reporting leads to impeachment calls from every Dem candidate but Biden Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/12/19: Using Xenophobia to Attack Xenophobia Sep 12, 2019

-Trump using Cold War II money for Border Wall, Pelosi laments -Low bar cleared: House Speaker not criticizing Judiciary Committee move toward impeachment investigation -Sen. Schatz offers, but then withdraws amendment withholding US aid to Brazil over Bolsonaro’s butchering of the Amazon -Bolton’s departure may mean softening of US toward Iran, but Trump hints at ramping up goonishness in Venezuela -US officials accuse Israel of spying on the White House, admit there will be no consequences Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel to listen to the full episode, including the Garbage Can!

DSR 9/11/19: Night of the Long Vapes Sep 11, 2019

-Trump admin cracking down on flavored e-cigs -Deadline tomorrow for Justice Department to invoke state secrets over name in lawsuit against Saudi government over 9/11 attacks -Right to work dweebs, GOP congressman introduce annual bill against “union violence” -White House and Commerce Department attack on NOAA to be investigated; bigoted attacks on Bahamians seeking refuge must also be probed Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/10/19: Hot Mic Records More Dem Cowardice Sep 10, 2019

-Durbin holding off on attacking the White House for siphoning wall money, scared of angering Senate GOP -More than one in ten Americans remain in poverty by the government’s own flattering measure, at the end of economic expansion -Start telling people to smell their damn food -- GAO urges Department of Agriculture to change labels to cut down on food waste -It’s unclear to what extent President Trump approves of the mortgage finance privatization push by his own cabinet Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/9/19: Psychologists Jump Back into Torture Game Sep 09, 2019

-Pentagon deploys psychologist to monitor “behavioral drift” leading to detainee abuse -House Judiciary Chairman finally makes moves, cautiously, amid sketchiness with Trump property in Scotland -The War on Vaping: FDA warns Juul against advertising practices downplaying nicotine -Warren backs Jessica Cisneros, challenger to Trump-friendly incumbent House Democrat Henry Cuellar. Sanders’ “Our Revolution” weighing endorsement Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/5/19: “The Morning Hate” and the GOP/Fascist Axis Sep 05, 2019

-Hannah Gais explains her recent investigation exposing far-right attempts to penetrate Washington, featuring an ex-Daily Caller guy Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/4/14: Lock up Stephen Miller Sep 04, 2019

-Trauma caused by migrant family child separation detailed by HHS Inspector General -Banking regulators propose loosening rules for “less than well capitalized banks” -FTC slaps YouTube on the wrist for child privacy law violations, limiting executive criminal liability -The FBI, which needs absolutely zero new authorities to go after whte nationalists if they wanted to, is spying on groups at the border protesting Trump immigration policies Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 9/3/19: Pence Licks Lips at Brexit Chaos Sep 03, 2019

-VP in Ireland, drooling over “trade” opportunities if Johnson crashes the UK out of the EU without a deal (though the PM just lost his parliamentary majority) -Journalists who keep defending far-right grifters poised to be smeared by them with the help of the Trump campaign -Department of Labor guy resigns after Bloomberg digs up antisemitic Facebook posts. He says they were jokes. He may have enjoyed them too much, plus he’s a Christian fundamentalist activist, so fuck him. -EPA hits BP with miniscule $71k fine for 60,000 gallon Iowa oil spill Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/29/19: The Convention Scenario Aug 29, 2019

Journalist Eoin Higgins is on to discuss the state of the Democratic Primary and we both agree it's going to come down to a fight at the convention. Become a subscriber to check out a special Thursday Garbage Canning. The world's wealthiest nations face off against the bedbug: Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/27/19: Trump Ramps Up War on Whistleblowers Aug 27, 2019

Sam Knight is auditing marijuana crop diversity at the Svalbard global seed vault on the Norwegian island of Spitsbergen, but in his place on today’s episode we have journalist Chip Gibbons from Defending Rights and Dissent. Chip reveals the latest on whistleblower Daniel Hale and how the Trump administration has increased the intensity of the Obama administration’s attack on journalism. Check out Defending Rights and Dissent’s letter in support of Hale: https://rightsanddissent.org/news/whistleblowers-journalists-and-free-press-advocates-condemn-espionage-act-charges-against-drone-whistleblower-daniel-hale/ -Plus more haiku for new subscribers--special Brett Stephens bedbug themed poetry. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/26/19: Abolish the Police (Starting in Philly) Aug 26, 2019

Ted Kelly, journalist and activist from our sister city of Philadelphia, is on the show today. We discuss what the cops are up to following the resignation of the city's police chief. Also, more on DA Larry Krasner's job performance so far. Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/21/19: The FBI's IRON FIST Aug 21, 2019

Young Turks investigative journalist and FOIA extraordinaire Ken Klippenstein makes his debut on District Sentinel Radio. We discussed his latest story on the FBI hyping up the threat of so-called black identity extremists, and investing in infiltrating Black Lives Matter groups after Ferguson. Also, Ken discloses some good FOIA strategy. Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/20/19: Antifa Defends Portland Aug 20, 2019

An interview with Portland DSA co-chair Olivia Katbi Smith on last weekend’s antifa actions in Portland. Plus some more haiku for new Patreon subscribers: Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/19/19: Bernie Has a Plan for That, Too Aug 19, 2019

-Sanders campaign releases 6,000 word paper seeking to cut prison population by 50 percent -Trump admin seeking to make it way harder to allege housing discrimination; public comment period on HUD proposal starts today -FEC chair rebuffs Trump’s claims alleging millions of fake votes for Democrats -The President also seems to think that the business cycle is a conspiracy against him Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/15/19: Out of the Hickenlooper Aug 15, 2019

—After declaring himself water boy for the rich, Hickenlooper is dropping out of the presidential race and will run for senate. Bad luck in the primary, dude. —They want Biden behind the Hillary rope, but worse —Israel just being Israel: Reps. Tlaib and Omar banned from entering Palestine —Grotesque photos on cigarette packs could be on the way, surprisingly —Plus, another Chip-Chat with Chip Gibbons: No, the FBI does not need any more legal authority to take on white nationalist “domestic terrorists” —Read Chip’s recent story on the matter here: http://inthesetimes.com/article/22012/fbi-white-supremacist-violence-domestic-terrorism-racism-el-paso-shooter Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 8/14/19: So About That Equifax Green... Aug 14, 2019

--The FTC, the agency charged with punishing unfair and deceptive practices, wasn’t truthful about that $125 payout in the Equifax settlement --Trump admin charged with retaliating against researcher studying impact of climate change on human health --Unseen since July 2007: Treasury yield “inversion” indicates recession is on the way. --With kisses from Ajit Pai, state AG lawsuit the only hope to stop Sprint/T-Mobile merger --Rant-Line: Weird how Intern Nate was “on vacation” during the Epstein “suicide” Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 8/13/19 Aug 13, 2019

—Despicable shithead Dave Portnoy righteously piled on for illegal unionbusting —Just like us, Congress wants some damn Epstein answers —Trump set to lose ally in Argentina with left returning to power; capital goes on strike, Bolsonaro fills diaper —US laws barring assistance to human rights abusers are still a joke, GAO report confirms —White House now delaying tariffs on Chinese electronics and textiles until after holiday season —Rant Line: Big Daddy Turtle reports on a fishy quandary Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel for the full newscast

DSR 8/12/19: More Like Deadstein Aug 12, 2019

-Jeffrey Epstein is dead. Or is that what they want you to think? Sketchy, either way -Two years today since the far-right terrorized Charlottesville. We’ve since backslid into “both sides” degeneracy -Trump admin rolls out new anti-immigrant rules targeting the poor, acting USCIS head vows to not strip Emma Lazarus prose from Statue of Liberty (not a bit) -US military failing in effort to build Afghan air force, Pentagon Inspector General reports -Republicans push NLRB rule to make it easier for bosses to ram through union decertification votes -Public comment period over on rule enabling medical discrimination against transgender people -Listener rant calls: Yes, Bureau of Land Management agents are cops. District Sentinel, come to Milwaukee. Marvin, come to DC. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 8/8/19 Aug 08, 2019

-Matthew Gebert put on leave. So why does Stephen Miller still have a job? -Trump presses Fed for more interest rate cuts, with an eye on foreign exchange markets -Come back, Zinc: UN report warns food will lose nutritional value thanks to global warming -Chud drug warriors at DEA aren’t exactly doing a great job keeping track of their guns and ammo -Finally, an update from Ted Kelly on the dire situation of Del Africa, the last incarcerated member of the MOVE 9 Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel to listen to today's full episode.

DSR 8/7/19: The Boys Are Back, Piss Town Aug 07, 2019

-Back from our southern tour! Thanks to everyone who came out. Plus Street Fight and the Trillbillies -State Department neo fascist revealed by SPLC: another white nationalist exposed in the Trump administration -GAO: Pharma rigging generic drug approval process -Warren comes out for municipal broadband legislation; Bernie endorsed the public ISPs in his 2016 infrastructure program -Watchdog: EPA report on children’s playground turf “inaccurate, incomplete, unreliable” Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/25/19: Get that Equifax Fucked You Over Green Jul 25, 2019

-The two Sams are eligible for an Equifax class action, baby! Are you? -Trump, California lining up for a possible car crash on emissions authority -Republicans bring union busting Federalist Society lawyer to criticize legislation expanding workers rights -White House embarrassed as softball resolution on Saudi Arabia abuses replaced on Senate Foreign Relations Committee Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/24/19: Mueller Lite Jul 24, 2019

-Just start the impeachment hearings, you cowards -FTC lets Facebook off light, but DOJ announces antitrust probe of tech giants -US Sex Having Treasury Secretary backs investigation, singles out Amazon for criticism -All but 16 Democrats vote to condemn Palestinian solidarity, as Israel demolishes more Palestinian houses in the West Bank -GAO: Only 12 percent of school districts test for lead paint, half of districts that test find lead paint. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 7/23/19 Jul 23, 2019

-Trump administration cites millionaire’s bad faith attack on SNAP, in proposal to take food stamps away from 3 million people -Ted Cruz told antifa is not an organization by FBI Director, still asks for investigation under organized crime statute -Barr privacy: Attorney General calls for undermining of encryption, reviving awful Obama era idea -Former top Raytheon lobbyist approved as Defense Secretary with 37 Democrats voting to confirm Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel for the full newscast

DSR 7/22/19: Democrats’ Worst Move Yet Jul 22, 2019

-Democrats to relinquish debt ceiling power for the rest of Trump’s first term: next Congressional debt ceiling fight set for 2021 -Three-quarters of “squad” back controversial intelligence authorization package -Trump admin attempting to expand eligibility for deportation without trial, ACLU planning suit -Congressional Research Service: US has only had 19 years without war since founding, and that doesn’t include campaigns against American Indians -PS. The Arctic is on Fire Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/18/19: Hahnemann Emergency Jul 18, 2019

-Philly hospital serving poor, black neighborhoods closes in latest for-profit healthcare mass casualty event. Ted Kelly joins us to explain -Plus...Hundreds of Philly cops caught making racist posts on social media, in absolute shocker Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/17/19: Bulldoze DHS Into the Sea Jul 17, 2019

-Bipartisan Homeland Security panel calls for asylum seeking crackdown, repeats wacky “recycling” conspiracy theory -Low bar for good news, but Trump sending Rand Paul to talk to the Iranian Foreign Minister is an own of John Bolton -NASA leader warns that FCC 5G spectrum auction could ruin weather forecasting Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 7/16/19 Jul 16, 2019

-Democrats only offer light rebuke of President’s overt racism, suggest US “enemies” want internal fighting -Resistance hero Adam Schiff wants to make it easier for Trump to jail journalists -Mark Esper, next Defense Secretary nominee: ex-Raytheon guy who won’t recuse himself from company business -Attorney General Barr rejects Civil Rights Division theory, decides against prosecuting Eric Garner’s killer, NYPD Officer Daniel Pantaleo Subscribe at Patreon.com/District Sentinel for the full newscast

DSR 7/15/19: No Beto Fundraising Update, But His Ancestors Owned Slaves Jul 15, 2019

-This guy’s campaign is clearly struggling -Trump administration tries another attack on asylum-seeking by executive decree -Good timing, after the unhinged, racist press conference: Rep. Green to force another impeachment vote in House -Mnuchin: Pelosi not playing hardball in debt ceiling negotiations -Ethics oversight found lacking at EPA clean air, science advisory boards Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/11/19: Praying for Evangelicals to do My Job Jul 11, 2019

-Speaker Pelosi suggests far-right Christians could stop Trump immigration raids, as if she doesn’t control a chamber of Congress. -Trump set to declare defeat on Census citizenship question; prepare for other constitutional abuses to be floated -Congresswoman Bass points out that US citizens get life sentences for abusing kids like Border Patrol -GAO: Department of Education has been collecting bad data on student discipline by restraint and seclusion Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/10/19: Judge Okays Trump Corruption Jul 10, 2019

-Emoluments suit blocked by Fourth Circuit, HW Bush appointee shrugs shoulders about hotel favoritism -AOC gets Fed Chair to admit labor market analysis is off -Powell also expresses serious concerns about Facebook crypto-currency proposal -FCC attacks San Francisco city ordinance designed to break broadband provider monopoly power -Haim Saban, Thank You: Another one of Bernie’s billionaire enemies self-owns, added to campaign’s “anti-endorsement” list Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 7/9/19 Jul 09, 2019

-Speaker Pelosi with classic Democratic pre-surrender move in response to burgeoning Epstein scandal -Federal Reserve Chair says stress tests need to change; major investment bank warns corporate debt market looking like 2007 -GAO pressed to investigate Trump Fourth of July tank grift -House Judiciary Committee set for Thursday vote on 12 subpoenas investigating anti-immigration policies; Stephen Miller’s name not on the list. Subscribe for the full newscast at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/8/19: Swal-Not-So-Well Jul 08, 2019

-Congressman drops out of 2020 race after “pass the torch” catchphrase failure -More 2020 fundraising numbers are in: Warren with impressive second quarter haul -Trump administration killing nuclear regulation proposal initiated after Fukushima -Afghanistan peace talks on the verge of possible breakthrough, despite US aggression elsewhere -The percentage of kids who smoke weed has gone down in states where it has been legalized

DSR: “All The Industry Spin” with Bob Woodward Jul 05, 2019

-We interview journalist Andrew Perez about his latest report exposing journalists and politicians who are cashing in giving speeches to special interest groups. -Also, tips on how to acquire a Barbasol hat Unlocked from Patreon. To catch more bonus content, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 7/3/19: Beep Beep, Here Comes the Tank Boy Jul 03, 2019

-Distracted by July 4th tanks, the President contradicts his own people on the Census citizenship question -Fed Board gives more regulatory authority, including merger approval oversight, to regional banks -Trade deficit higher than ever under Trump -Judge rules against NLRB assault on Scabby the Rat Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

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DSR 7/1/19: Two Quarters Over 10 Years Jul 01, 2019

-Economic expansion breaks length record, but US workers have only seen 56-cent-raise over past decade -ProPublica exposes reactionary cesspit of Border Patrol agents on Facebook -Yep, still concentration camps: DHS knew conditions were so bad at one migrant facility they prepared for a riot. -Just say “no” to Long Boys: GAO warns that freight trains are getting too dang long.

Sentinel News Dump 6/27/19 Jun 27, 2019

-Conservative majority shrugs shoulders about partisan gerrymandering case -Citizenship question push blocked ahead of 2020 Census. The Roberts Court, devoted to voter suppression, is open to future efforts. -Renewable energy production briefly surpasses coal production in US for first time ever -The Pentagon hasn’t analyzed the impact of its contract financing policies on the weapons industry since 1985 -Plus, we re-cap the first half of the first Democratic Debate...in this week’s Garbage Can. Subscribe on Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/26/19: Hasten the End of the Pelosi Era, Please Jun 26, 2019

-A serious challenger to the Speaker emerges, as she encourages rampant lawlessness from Trump. Shahid Buttar discusses his bid to unseat Nancy Pelosi, and the growing bold movement against cynical phony pragmatism More info on the campaign: https://shahidforchange.us/

DSR 6/25/19: Was it the Concentration Camps? Jun 25, 2019

-CBP head resigns day after hundreds of abused, neglected kids moved from camp -House, including Trump supporter, to back restriction on funds for Iran War, but that probably wouldn’t stop the White House -SCOTUS knocks down “crime of violence” gun law, calling it vague; preserves FOIA exemption to protect businesses -Environmental watchdog warns that shocking Philly refinery explosion could happen elsewhere Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/19/19: AUMForever War Jun 19, 2019

Chip Gibbons joins us for another edition of Chip Chat. We break down the latest news around the AUMF, including how the Trump administration is trying to use it to go to war with Iran, and the congressional effort to repeal it before that happens. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/13/19: John Bolton War Scheming So Lazy It’s Insulting Jun 13, 2019

-Yet another shady attack blamed on Iran, without any sort of evidence or proof -Normally boring bureaucracy watchdog urges White House to fire Kellyann Conway -New ethics concern in the Trump era: legal fundraising for officials -Freddie Mac backing of Kushner deal questioned by Warren, in wake of Jared offshore investment expose -GAO: tobacco tax rate disparity costs government billions Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/12/19: Bernie Welcomes their Hatred Jun 12, 2019

-Sanders leans heavily on New Deal, FDR to articulate views on democratic socialism and the fight against Trump -The Two Sams break down Bernie’s talk after attending the speech at GWU Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 6/11/19 Jun 11, 2019

-Speaker claims caucus doesn’t back impeachment inquiry amid news she’s thwarting a Judiciary Committee majority from proceeding -Lindsey Graham holds hearing on ending asylum and increasing length of child detention limits, stench of corporate prison profit motive in the air -Just drop out, Cory. Sen. Booker, floundering in 2020 polls, does disgusting flip-flop on anti-BDS bill -GAO: Government agencies still dragging feet on years-old climate change recommendations Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/10/19: Priebus on a Laundry Ship Jun 10, 2019

-After being known for getting embarrassed by Anthony Scaramucci, Reince Priebus joined the Navy to become a weekend warrior bureaucrat. He was honored by Mike Pence today. -WH gives key immigration role to hardliner Ken Cuccinelli; predecessor forced out by white nationalist Stephen Miller -One of the SCOTUS libs (not Breyer) didn’t want to relitigate Gitmo indefinite detention -Trump threatens more tariffs on China ahead of possible G-20 sideline meeting -House Democrats shamed into reversing ban on free public tax filing services Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/6/19: A Cross-Section of Shit Jun 06, 2019

-DHS watchdog random inspection of ICE facilities turns up horrific conditions: rotten food, moldy housing, nooses in cells -Trump brags his sanctions are ruining Iran, while claiming he’s open to talks -(for subscribers) Honor Can: Vox Workers get placed on the pedestal for standing up to union busting managers -(for subscribers) Garbage Can: 2020 Bottom-feeders Delaney and Hickenlooper for trying to undercut single-payer Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/5/19: GOP Climate Change Plan: Racist Exploitation Jun 05, 2019

-Republicans looking forward to making money off global ecological disasters, while bashing refugees -Bernie Sanders introduces labor-board member resolution at Walmart shareholders meeting -Fed could cut interest rates if trade disputes harm economy; major banks could see revenue slashed -Congress attempting to thwart Trump administration efforts to jam through weapons deals to Saudi Arabia, UAE Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 6/4/19 Jun 04, 2019

-President says Britain’s public health system should be on the table after Brexit, in US-UK trade deal -GAO raises privacy alarm over FBI facial recognition database with 640 million photos -More economic warfare: Trump admin restoring Cuba sanctions in support of Venezuela regime change operation -Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross was told Census citizenship question would help “white Republicans” Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 6/3/19: “Notorious RBG” Strikes Blow to Criminal Defendants Jun 03, 2019

-Ginsburg joins conservative justices in 5-4 decision tightening supervised release rules -All about the green: Congress on verge of legalizing cannabis banking -NYT: Emails show Elaine Chao was planning meeting with shipping CEO sister -Half the country struggles with medical bills, 1 in 5 put off career moves for insurance coverage Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/30/19: Talk to People Hoyer Ignores May 30, 2019

-Mckayla Wilkes joins us to discuss her primary campaign against a member of the Washington elite, Number Two House Democrat Steny Hoyer Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 5/29/19 May 29, 2019

-Whistleblower says Bureau of Land Management no longer enforcing anti-graizing laws -Special Counsel points out that it’s Pelosi’s job to bring charges against a sitting President; Speaker responds with more cowardice -FDIC data shows banks making more quarterly profit, taking on riskier loans -They aren’t even trying: Department of Energy calling natural gas “freedom gas” Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/28/19: Chip-Chat: The Don’t Criminalize Journalism Train is Late May 28, 2019

-Chip Gibbons on the Espionage Act charges against Assange -Daniel Hale, likely source of drone reporting, also hit with an Espionage Act indictment -Intelligence Identities Protection Act….Also a bad law -Chip is also not a UFO guy Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 5/23/19 May 23, 2019

-Trump admin whines about trade war it started -DHS chief admits every kid in immigration custody doesn’t have access to a pediatrician -Totally fabricated Iran “threat” to see 10,000 troops dispatched to Middle East -Justice Department reportedly rejects FCC conclusion on T-Mobile/Sprint merger

DSR 5/22/19: Lawyer Up, Sex Having Steve May 22, 2019

-Treasury Secretary explains decision to conceal Trump’s tax returns in light of IRS memo, advised by Rep. Tlaib to seek counsel -Acting DHS Chief outraged at charge that migrant deaths are deliberate. Isn’t this the cruel “deterrence” Republicans want? -National Labor Relations Board rules in favor of VW at Chattanooga plant; dissent and UAW decry legitimization of VW delay tactics -Pelosi admits she wanted to help President Trump pass a signature infrastructure plan, is going to get us all killed Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 5/21/19 May 21, 2019

-Behind closed doors, administration leans on political hot air to justify heightened tension with Iran -Don McGahn no-show, Pelosi’s vapid “patriotism” excuse, pushes needle toward impeachment -Treasury Dept. financial crimes guy didn’t read the NYT report alleging Deutsche Bank quashed Trump, Kushner suspicious activity filings -Ex-fossil fuel lawyer, climate science crank, confirmed as appellate circuit judge for-life Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/20/19: Sprinting to Oligopoly May 20, 2019

-Ajit Pai greenlights T-Mobile/Sprint merger; critics say conditions amount to window-dressing -Teen dies in CBP custody; five minors have now died in immigration detention this year alone -SCOTUS declines to hear challenge of Postal Service-Amazon deal -Lindsey Graham snaps to support an Iran War, like the dog he is, after personally hearing from blood-lusting John Bolton Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 5/16/19 May 16, 2019

-Power seizure has failed miserably in Venezuela, but anti-coup forces removed from Venezuela Embassy in DC, with help from cops -Watchdog says EPA should consider recouping $123,000 on Pruitt’s lavish travel expenses; agency says “no.” -Telecoms giants claim they stopped selling location data, with FCC investigation underway -Normal, functioning, country: Student loan servicer/debt collector now one the largest corporations Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/14/19: Chip Chat on the Venezuelan Embassy Situation May 14, 2019

Chip Gibbons updates us on what has been going down at the Venezuelan embassy Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/13/19: Approaching the Weed Number en route to Extinction May 13, 2019

-CO2 level in atmosphere now at 415 ppm -SCOTUS allows antitrust lawsuits against Apple in 5-4 decision; Kavanaugh joins all four liberal justices -Top court also approves of Tennessee execution; Sotomayor calls test for challenging method of execution “perverse” -Trump smears yet another Muslim congresswoman as an anti-semite before praising and welcoming Hungary’s anti-semitic leader Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 5/9/19 May 09, 2019

-The US government’s attack on journalists’ sources continues, ramped up by Trump -AOC and Bernie propose putting the payday loan industry in the dirt, where it belongs -Guaido coup supporters just straight up attacking people in Washington with support of feds -North Korean ship seized amid questions of detente falling apart -We did the math. Nate Silver was nominated for the Garbage Can this week. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/8/19: Meet the Trucker Running on the Green New Deal May 08, 2019

-We spoke to Joshua Collins, who is trying to do an AOC, targeting an establishment Dem in Washington State

Sentinel News Dump 5/7/19 May 07, 2019

-This sucks, but people are gonna have to register as Democrats -CFPB under Trump okays debt collection harassment via text and email -Confusion on Capitol Hill over NSA phone record surveillance program -Trump pardons US soldier who killed Iraqi detainee, in blatant endorsement of war crimes Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 5/6/19: Dems Would Rather Call the Cops Than Confront Trump May 06, 2019

-House threatening to hold Barr in contempt, even though they’re cowering from impeachment fight -Public comment period starts on petition to EPA to make stricter glyphosate rules -Another Flint coming? Trump budget takes an axe to clean water programs -Tiger Woods medal ceremony brings more questions of Trump self-dealing Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 4/25/19 Apr 25, 2019

-A Massachusetts Judge accused of letting a defendant get away from ICE is a hero -Trump admin Atlantic offshore drilling plans are on hold -Report: US sanctions against Venezuela responsible for 40,000 deaths -The F-35 doesn’t have the parts it needs to fly like 30 percent of the time -How do you say waterboy for the rich in Norwegian? Pete Buttigieg is nominated for the Garbage Can Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/24/19: The Market Says Zuckerberg Needs to Be In Prison Apr 24, 2019

-Facebook stock up after disclosing expectations for Cambridge Analytica fine amid quarterly earnings -Mnuchin says Treasury won’t hand over Trump tax return to Congressional Dems -Top banking Dem tells FDIC to fill vacancies before proceeding on BB&T-SunTrust merger -Trump admin ramping up classifications, hindering regular Afghanistan War oversight report -Plus, Mumia Abu Jamal’s appeal is advancing. Ted Kelly gives us an update

Sentinel News Dump 4/23/19 Apr 23, 2019

-AFL-CIO leader says capitalism was kept in check during Cold War -SCOTUS considers Census citizenship question, despite sketchy voter suppression effort -Dad of Federalist weirdo Ben Domenech, Meghan McCain’s fail-husband, is subject of an Interior Dept. ethics investigation -New study: Greenland ice melt has caused global sea levels to rise 0.25 inches in eight years

DSR 4/22/19: Bernie Kicks it into Override Apr 22, 2019

-Sanders trying to get Congress to override Trump veto on Yemen peace resolution -Roberts Court set to hear two cases on homophobic and transphobic workplace discrimination -President tries to stop subpoenas of accounting firm at heart of Trump Org fraud allegations -GAO: Federal regulators ramming through pipelines are failing American Indian communities Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/18/19: The Mueller Report is Funny Apr 18, 2019

-No huge surprises. Stories about administration crookedness and incompetence are kinda funny -Steny Hoyer takes impeachment off the table….again -Garbage Can nominees this week include Neera...and her mom

DSR 4/17/19: Be Rude to Dan Crenshaw Apr 17, 2019

-Rob Rousseau on Crenshaw deserving internet vitriol after whipping up Islamophobic hatred -Plus, a discussion on how to handle a problem like Fox News -Also, we definitively prove that the “AR” in “AR-15” stands for “Assault Rifle”

Sentinel News Dump 4/16/19 Apr 16, 2019

-White House practically begging Herman Cain to withdraw from Fed nomination after GOP Senators tell Trump “no” for once -Talk to Bolton: Kudlow says hawkish aide running point, on question about rewarding Ecuador for Assange arrest -Emerging EPA rule could threaten millions with flooding, drinking water contamination -Trump admin to try to allow lawsuits against foreign companies doing business in Cuba -Here come the Department of Interior IG investigations against Bernhardt

DSR 4/15/19: Fear the EDVA Apr 15, 2019

-Chip Gibbons on how Julian Assange won't get a fair trial in the Eastern District of Virginia, if he's extradited

Sentinel News Dump 4/11/19 Apr 11, 2019

-DOJ arrest of Wikileaks founder sets a terrible precedent for press freedom -Trump admin proposed tightening of food stamp rules an attack on the rural poor -Not even Joe Manchin could save him: Senate Republicans voicing opposition to Herman Cain Fed nomination -Zinke replacement Bernhardt confirmed with “ethics typhoon” brewing at Interior Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/10/19: Jamie Dimon Not Sweating Climate Change Apr 10, 2019

-CEO of JP Morgan, the biggest funder of fossil fuels, says climate change not a threat to financial markets in Congressional testimony -Win for Net Neutrality in House, though Presidential veto looms -Even our nerd Attorney General is urging Congress to end the federal prohibition on weed -Possible for-profit college/debt relief grift brewing at Betsy DeVos’ Department of Ed. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DisrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 4/9/19 Apr 09, 2019

-House passes tax reform that bars the IRS from creating a public filing portal -Mnuchin acknowledges convo between Treasury, White House about Trump’s tax returns -GOP invites Hitler defender and anti-Muslim bigot to hearing about white nationalism -Courtroom battle over unredacted Mueller report brewing -Also, preview of the preliminary Worst Tweet Tournament bracket Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/8/19: “No, Your Government is a Terrorist Organization” Apr 08, 2019

-State Dept. labels Iran’s Revolutionary Guard “terrorist.” Iran replies by doing same for US military, which….where’s the lie? -Obama worst on whistleblowers no longer: criminal prosecution of leaks spike under Trump admin -Fed watering down more regulations with focus on Central Bank, industry hacks Herman Cain and Stephen Moore joining board. -Cruel morons in Trump administration reverse deal allowing Cuban baseball players to join MLB teams. Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 4/4/19 Apr 04, 2019

-House and Senate pass same resolution ending US involvement with disastrous Saudi war in Yemen -Trump expected to veto, won’t be overridden, though lawmakers, especially Bernie, deserve credit for trying -Energy Department power plant, fossil fuel research lacking scientific integrity -Three Democrats join Republicans to advance scandal-plagued Interior Secretary nominee -Guam has legalized weed Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 4/3/19: Senate Rules are for Fools Apr 03, 2019

-Dem’s shouldn’t rollback GOP senate rule-change, if they ever take back power -More Oversight Cmte subpoenas: Mueller report order passed, Mazars USA order coming -Most Americans don’t believe in Have/have-not divide, though that will go up when the next recession hits -FDA investigating vaping teens on some bullshit but who cares subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 4/2/19 Apr 02, 2019

-Commerce, DOJ ordered to come clean on Census citizenship question -Ex-White House security official subpoenaed to testify on sketchy security clearances -Another whistleblower: FAA ordered to turn over info on safety inspectors after insider tip -Bernie crushing it after campaigns (minus Beto) report first quarter donations -Trump not backing off threat to shut down US-Mexico border Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel Music by Adam Fligsten www.adamfligsten.com

DSR 4/1/19: Sketchy Staff Apr 01, 2019

-Whistleblower says White House gave 25 security clearances over objection of career officials -Brett Kavanaugh deciding vote on SCOTUS approving execution described as torture by doctors -OCC approves Wells Fargo anti-money laundering plan -GAO: Mental healthcare in the United States is woefully inadequate and expensive Subscribe for more newscasts at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 3/27/19 Mar 27, 2019

-Republican congressman says Democrat practicing “big lie theory,” first coined by Hitler to malign Jews as deceptive -House Oversight demands files from company at heart of Trump fraud allegations -Secretary Pompeo will only discuss drug trafficker tied to US ally in classified setting -Costs of climate change racking up, Pentagon asks Congress for $5 billion extra for storm, flood repairs

Sentinel News Dump 3/26/19 Mar 26, 2019

-Democrats cower, abandon left as Senate Republicans force vote on Green New Deal -House fails to reach two-thirds override threshold on Border Wall emergency declaration -Betsy DeVos stammers in defense of effort to roll back anti-discrimination directive on school punishment -FCC accused of faking data on improved broadband access -CFTC proposes relaxing limits on derivatives in banking industry

DSR 3/25/19: Actual Foreign Meddling Mar 25, 2019

-Pence at AIPAC calls for criminalization of free speech, barring critics of Israel from key Congressional committee -No surprise about Mueller--too bad Dem leaders hinged impeachment on his report -Bernie getting tens of thousands at rallies. Maybe they’d get coverage if he stood on a table.

DSR HANGOUT 3/21/19 Mar 21, 2019

Garbage Can at the end of the show! Subscribe: Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR 3/20/19: Sketchy Photo Op Mar 20, 2019

-Rubio, Haitian President meet amid report tying the latter to arrested US mercenaries, plot to take $80 million from Haitian Central Bank -Trump administration oil drilling give-away in Wyoming stopped by federal court -Senate Republicans look to alter standing rules to ram through federal judge nominees -Department of Transportation won’t publicly report on impact of antitrust exemptions for airlines -Clarence Thomas says something at SCOTUS for the first time in three years. It was bad.

Sentinel News Dump 3/19/19 Mar 19, 2019

-Trump ties Venezuela coup plot to ‘twilight of socialism” in US -White House entertains fellow reactionary, Jair Bolsonaro refuses to publicly discuss Brazilian support for possible US war in Venezuela -Department of Interior being run in darkness, eight non-appointed officials making key decisions -SCOTUS rules 5-4 to make it easier for ICE to detain non-citizens with criminal records -Department of Transportation to probe Boeing 737 debacle For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

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UNLOCKED: Foreign Guns Sales Up, Oversight Down Mar 15, 2019

We chatted with reporter Alex Yablon about decreasing oversight of US gun sales abroad in a newly unlocked episode. For exclusive bonus content, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

BONUS CONTENT: US MERCS IN HAITI! Mar 14, 2019

JAKE JOHNSTON WITH CEPR'S HAITI: RELIEF AND RECONSTRUCTION WATCH JOINS US TO TALK ABOUT A BIZARRE STORY IN HAITI. HIS REPORT: http://cepr.net/publications/reports/our-boss-will-call-your-boss-an-investigation-into-the-events-in-haiti-on-february-17th For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DSR LIVE 3/13/19 Mar 14, 2019

An Interview with Gloria La Riva on the situation in Venezuela.

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DSR LIVE 3/6/19 Mar 07, 2019

The smears of Ilhan Omar show just how scared the Israel cheerleaders are. So, too, does a new group with ties to AIPAC. Noah Kulwin, Jewish Currents Staff Writer, explains. Plus new poll number show the obvious: Bernie Sanders is the front runner in the Democratic primary so far. And his campaign. is already putting to rest 2016 talking points on what his perceived weaknesses are. Unfortunately, there’s also good news for Joe Biden An APT update coming up in the show. And the Garbage Can, hate to say it, but AOC may have tweeted her way into the trash alongside House Democrats.

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DSR 3/4/19: Red Rahm Rebellion Mar 04, 2019

-10 percent of Chicago’s City Council could be socialist after April elections. CTU/DSA Member Kenzo Shibata joined us to break things down.

DSR LIVE 2/27/19 Feb 28, 2019

How one lawmaker cashed in on the shittiest moment in politics last year. We take a look at the last Republican in New England, Susan Collins. Then, we answer the question posed by, actually one person, what do Donald Trump and Abraham Lincoln have in common? Also, for the second week in a row, we check in with the creator of the Awful Pundit Tournament, Tankie Viciedo. The hate-able 8 has kicked off, so things are really heating up. Finally, we’ve got the Garbage Can at the end of the show...two Senators square off. Will it be Dianne Feinstein for her tot stomp on climate change or Rubio for his twitter death threats against Maduro?

Sham Humanitarianism, Take Two Feb 26, 2019

*UNLOCKED FROM PATREON* Intelligence reporter/author Jefferson Morley on Elliott Abrams’ history of “assistance” boding poorly for Venezuela For more shows like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

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DSR LIVE 2/21/19 Feb 22, 2019

There’s another strike. Oakland teachers walked out today. Jeremy Wolff, a Fifth Grade teacher and union activist, joined us from the picket line to explain what’s going on. And...everyone on Twitter is talking about it--even that Awful Pundits themselves. I’m talking about the Awful Pundit Tournament. It’s creator, Tankie joins us to break down the current sweet 16, and what to expect not just in this year’s tournaments but future APTs as well!

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 2/19/19: Every Bernie Dance Now Feb 19, 2019

-We get excited for Bernie 2020 as the consultant class diapers fill -Sanders effectiveness can’t be ignored, from healthcare to inequality to Yemen -Sam Knight gives Bernie $27 after Tom Watson meltdown -Girding ourselves for a damn capital strike

DSR LIVE 2/13/19 Feb 14, 2019

Rapid developments on the Klobuchar Kompromat front. We take a good look at the envelope shortly. Rep. Ilhan Omar shakes off a smear campaign to EVISCERATE a US war criminal. And speaking of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, Alex B. Kane covers Israel Palestine and civil liberties, and he joined us to talk about this week’s dogpile from conservatives and liberals.

Sentinel News Dump 2/12/19 Feb 12, 2019

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DSR 2/11/19: Dark Blue Feb 11, 2019

An interview with political reporter Andrew Perez on the dark money flowing into exceptionally bad liberal blog: ShareBlue.

DSR 2/7/19: Krasner’s Mumia Problem Feb 07, 2019

Philly’s DA shows the limits of being a “progressive prosecutor” by appealing Mumia Abu Jamal’s latest challenge of his conviction. The move saw Krasner disinvited from an activist conference at Yale Law School. To discuss this news, we had a conversation with Mike Africa Jr., a Philadelphia organizer, a member of the Move Organization, and the President of the Seed of Wisdom Foundation. Africa is also the son of two political prisoners, also from MOVE. He was born in prison, and Krasner actually helped both his parents get released from jail. We discussed all of this yesterday, when Africa joined us for an interview.

DSR LIVE 2/6/19 Feb 07, 2019

Will the next President decide to look forward and not backward--like Obama did on Bush administration torture? They will likely have the opportunity. We bring news on the latest US military torture scandal. Then we’ll chat with CODEPINK founder Medea Benjamin, who likely holds the record for the most times getting tossed out of congressional hearings. We ask her about her latest attempt to arrest John Bolton and just how serious she thinks this White House is about going to war in Venezuela. We’ll also be reading particularly shitty emails in our inbox, and throwing particularly shitty people in the Garbage Can at the end of the show. Ralph Northam, Pod Save America Guys, Howard Schultz...you’re all on notice.

DSR 2/5/19: Ralph Northam Just Quit Already, You Fucking Degenerate Feb 05, 2019

-Virginia’s governor refuses to step down after a trainwreck of a press conference explaining racist photos on his medical school yearbook page. Beyond the loss in confidence, the debacle highlights Northam’s poor record on racial issues. Justin McCarthy, a Virginia native involved in a number of progressive campaigns in DC, joins us to discuss.

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Sentinel News Dump 1/31/19 Jan 31, 2019

-Sanders comes out with much-needed estate tax proposal; GOP has spent decades crying for failson heirs over “death tax” -How about no more money for DHS? Some Dems pushing back on party leaders “border security” nonsense -Watchdog: DOJ urging agencies to keep selective records so initiatives survive judicial review -In-N-Out Burger argues that it can ban “Fight for $15” buttons under Janus For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 1/24/19 Jan 24, 2019

-Ex-VP folksily mischaracterizes NYT expose, glosses over shitty “bipartisan” legacy -Senate fails to re-open government on day 34 of the shutdown -Elizabeth Warren to introduce wealth tax proposal. -Finally, a House Democrat criticizes Trump’s push for a Venezuela coup -CBO: Nuclear arsenal to cost almost $500 billion over next decade

DSR LIVE 1/23/19 Jan 24, 2019

--The LA Teachers strike is over, and they’ve won! Labor journalist Sarah Jaffe joined us to break down the successful direct action, and a new threat emerging against an ally of workers everywhere: Scabbie the Rat. --Then...Trump will save your life, according to another bizarre PR email. Possibly a scam. Also, we got a whole bunch of racist teens lined up for this week’s Garbage Can. --We also read some poetry for new subscribers over at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel. $5 bucks a month, you get a haiku and access to daily bonus content from Pisstown.

Sentinel News Dump 1/22/19 Jan 22, 2019

-The worst MLK Day tweets -SCOTUS okays transphobic military discrimination -House Dem freshman shows interest in Kavanaugh impeachment -Company partially-owned by Mick Mulvaney sued for alleged real estate “scheme” -Shutdown stories are grim but lol at least the FBI can’t entrap Muslim teens

Sentinel News Dump 1/17/19 Jan 17, 2019

-Our dumb diapy President talks rockets -Migrant family separation cruelty worse than initially reported -Environmental prosecution sinks to new lows -State Dept responds to GAO recommendation on climate change strategy: we might cancel the strategy

DISTRICT SENTINEL LIVE 1/16/19 Jan 17, 2019

-Interview with Wendi Muse about Brazil's loosening gun laws -Latest emails from PissTown -The Garbage Can!

District Sentinel Radio 1/15/19: The Ross Conspiracy Jan 15, 2019

A federal court ruling on Tuesday reveals the lengths Commerce Sec. Wilbur Ross went to in order to add a racist citizenship question to the 2020 Census--a move that was struck down by the court. For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DISTRICT SENTINEL BONUS: Shutting Down Palestinian Solidarity Jan 10, 2019

-Senate Republicans have been busying themselves during the government shutdown by trying and failing to advance an anti-BDS bill. Olivia Katbi Smith joins us to discuss this and other issues related to Palestine.

DISTRICT SENTINEL LIVE 1/9/19 Jan 10, 2019

-News of the week -Featuring an interview with journalist Kate Aronoff. We discuss the Green New Deal and fighting despair around climate change. -The GARBAGE CAN!

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Warren v. Bernie Jan 04, 2019

A look at how the two size up in the 2020 primary, if Bernie runs Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel Hangout: Klobuchar Kompromat Jan 03, 2019

-Consultant class people love her. The Nightmare Boss stories will be legendary if she runs in 2020. -No one is down with NDP: Start of 116th Congress marked by cringeworthy celebrations -Space Newz: China lands on Dark side of the Moon, NASA finds object 4 billion miles away, Pompeo threatens Iran over satellite launches -Bold 2019 prediction by us: There will be a bad earthquake somewhere For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 12/20/18: DHS Secretary Pressed on Detainee Deaths Dec 20, 2018

-Kirstjen Nielsen doesn’t have response to question on number of deaths in detention facilities -As expected, the Trump admin trying to tighten food stamp work requirements after Congress rejected the idea -Bah humbug: President Trump threatening Christmastime government shutdown -Stock market now down about 3,000 points over the past few weeks

Sentinel News Dump 12/19/18 Dec 19, 2018

-District Judge presiding over Flynn trial orders administration to process asylees fleeing domestic or gang violence -Minor tweaks to sentencing and criminal justice laws pass Senate, no “mens rea” reform sought by Koch Bros. -Department of Interior IG: Company had false records about offshore oil safety, US attorneys declined to prosecute -US Fish & Wildlife Service denies petitions to keep protected status for 13 different species For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 12/18/18 Dec 18, 2018

-The last House Republican in New England can't take a loss -Oversight agency gives federal IT systems poor marks for security -SEC looks into easing reporting requirements on companies -Sen. Elizabeth Warren calls for a probe of the CFPB's name change. For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 12/17/18 Dec 17, 2018

-Interior Secretary to resign in new year amid mounting ethics investigations, incoming Dem House majority -Trump administration announces review of “Pain in the Disability Determination Process” months after proposing $72 billion in budget cuts to disability benefits -Student debt has doubled since the Great Recession, is now at $1.5 trillion -Inspector General audit of ICE: witnesses and leads ignored in 10 percent of agent misconduct cases reviewed For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 12/13/18 Dec 13, 2018

-For the first time in history, upper chamber declares US engaged in unauthorized war -Pelosi hails Farm Bill passage, failing to note it hurts her own caucus’ efforts to stop Saudi-led slaughter in Yemen -FCC to review rules preventing Fox, NBC, ABC and CBS from merging -GAO warns that “private corporations obtaining resources” could threaten US -Mulvaney’s last proposal as CFPB head: use the agency to help the financial industry test products on consumers To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel -Also: The District Sentinel’s Haiku Collection is out. Just $10 for an anthology of poetry that supports journalism. Plus, original drawings. Great coffee table/bathroom book. Order here: http://www.lulu.com/shop/sam-sacks-sam-knight/district-sentinel-haiku-book/paperback/product-23911248.html

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 12/12/18: Mitch McConnell, Butcher of Yemen Dec 12, 2018

-Senate Majority Leader trying to gum up vote to stop Saudi slaughter -GOP postpones rare minimum wage hearing due to homophobic blog posts by witness -Report suppressed by Mulvaney CFPB showed Wells Fargo pumping fees out of students -US cocaine eradication efforts in Colombia aren’t working at all: GAO For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 12/11/18: More Family Separation Coming? Dec 11, 2018

-CBP head denies establishment of new child migrant detention centers at Senate hearing -Trump gets into on-camera argument about government shutdown with Schumer and Pelosi -Final Farm Bill released: no new food stamp work requirements, admin will look at rulemaking to humiliate poor people -Report reveals Zinke attacks on public data as Koch Bros. hack installed as Interior FOIA officer For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 12/10/18: We All Got Screwed By Equifax Dec 10, 2018

-House Oversight says company’s greed to blame for data breach impacting 148 million Americans -Kavanaugh, SCOTUS deny conservatives chance to erode abortion rights -Watchdog report pokes holes in Dodd-Frank mechanism designed to prevent bank bailouts -Native American healthcare programs woefully underfunded For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 12/5/18: Trump Demise Gains Emolumentum Dec 05, 2018

-President’s shady corporate structure to be exposed in DC hotel litigation -Facebook execs have linked third party access to data and profits, UK parliamentary investigation reveals -US Fish and Wildlife Service whistleblower fund short $13 million (!!!) -CFPB enforcement actions down 75 percent under Mulvaney - The Washington Post.

SentinelCast 88: The Franklin Commune Dec 05, 2018

-Justin Roczniak walks through his entrancing left-wing talks set to Cities Skylines -Also, a link to Justin’s Medium piece mentioned in the interview about the Hyperloop: https://medium.com/@donoteat/you-yes-you-cannot-afford-to-ride-the-hyperloop-27e214d45cdf and his Patreon. -Ammon Bundy...innocent? -Two Garbage Can nominations that truly belong together: Jamie Kirchick & Hillary Clinton

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 12/4/18: The Iran-Saudi Switcheroo Dec 04, 2018

-Administration accuses Iran of aiding Al-Qaida in Yemen, despite AP reporting on Saudi-AQ ties -EPA faces FOIA lawsuit for emails between Andrew Wheeler and his old fossil fuel lobbying firm -Gina Haspel gives secretive briefing on Khashoggi killing, does nothing to quell anger over Bin Salman -FTC allows Northrop Grumman to acquire solid rocket motor competitor for $7.8 billion

Sentinel News Dump 12/3/18 Dec 03, 2018

-Majority of US child laborers who die on the job worked on farms, GAO says -Occupational injuries suffered by kids in agriculture likely underestimated by BLS -George HW Bush death delays government shutdown by three weeks -SCOTUS won’t hear challenge of regulatory exemptions granted to build up border wall -Another buyer for Tribune: Nexstar steps up to acquire local broadcaster after Sinclair mega-deal falls through To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 11/29/18: Deutsche Bank Meltdown Watch Nov 29, 2018

*FULL EPISODE UNLOCKED TODAY* -German firm raided on Panama Papers money laundering claims -Stock down five percent on news; US regulators have considered bank “troubled” since May -Trump administration trying to peddle subprime insurance products in ongoing bid to undermine Obamacare -Can’t believe he caved! Jeff Flake backs down off blocking nominee in deference to an absent colleague. Flake threatened to stop nominees unless Mueller protection bill passes -Group of House Dems refusing to take corporate PAC money now has 36 members

Sentinel News Dump 11/28/18 Nov 28, 2018

-Legislation to stop US support of Saudi atrocities clears Senate hurdle -Clock could run out on lawsuit over Census question aimed at suppressing immigrant vote -Pelosi elected by Dems to lead, promises concessions to Republican-friendly “problem solvers” caucus -Barbara Lee loses caucus chair race to challenger with close corporate ties -Trump admin sued for neglecting Clean Water Act, ocean acidification To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 11/27/18 Nov 27, 2018

-Panel appointed by Congress says $700 billion Pentagon budget must be larger -Gina Haspel pulled from Senate testimony with Khashoggi questions looming -The Supreme Court rules unanimously against the Dusky Gopher Frog -Trump threatens electric car subsidy after GM announced plant closures To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 11/26/18 Nov 26, 2018

-Union attacks “greed” after GM announces massive job cuts -Company stock up more than five percent as workers, communities face misery -Pelosi to meet with tiny centrist “problem solvers” caucus that wants to empower Republicans -Midwestern farm bankruptcies increase amid Trump trade war with China -SCOTUS leaning toward allowing consumer antitrust lawsuit against Apple over app pricing To listen to the full show, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 11/14/18 Nov 14, 2018

-GOP leaders undermine Ro Khanna’s privileged resolution on Saudi atrocities in Yemen -Only 3-in-10 Democrats think Pelosi should be Speaker -Betsy DeVos sued again over failure to provide debt relief to for-profit college fraud victims -DEA spent $17 million on “cannabis eradication” with most of the money going to helicopters and overtime To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 11/13/18 Nov 13, 2018

-Queens, Northern Virginia get HQ2, tech retail giant to get at least $2.5 billion in public subsidies -A Bridge Too Far? Ex-top Chris Christie legal aide gets appellate court nomination -AOC joins protest in Pelosi’s office for Green New Deal; Democratic leader calls for committee -CIA: Yeah, we did consider using mind control drugs during post-9/11 interrogations To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

SentinelCast 86: Excommunicate Jared Kushner Nov 13, 2018

A prior SentinelCast now unlocked! To listen to more episodes like this, subscribe at Patron.com/DistrictSentinel -Eli Valley on Republican Jews collaboration with fascists -Safety in solidarity: a conversation with Ben Case, Pittsburgh If Not Now organizer -Sir, Stop IT. Steve King nominated to the #GarbageCan

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 11/8/18: Hot Tub Scam Artist Nov 08, 2018

-Sessions replacement Matt Whitaker involved with patent firm dinged by FTC for deceiving consumers -Hope still for Dems in Florida: tight races headed for recounts -Judge grants Mulvaney payday rule delay while CFPB waters it down for predatory lenders -“The Rock” and “Broken Arrow” aren’t as far-fetched as they seem, per GAO’s recent reporting on weapon security To listen to the nightly newscast for the left, subscribe at: Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 11/7/18: Schumer Has to Go Nov 07, 2018

-A discussion on yesterday’s Midterm results -Loser Republican whines because Trump whined about House losers -Lmao: 10 out of 25 of the candidates endorsed by Paul Ryan lost -Plus, Jeff Sessions out: Attorney General submits resignation upon request To listen to the nightly newscast for the left, subscribe at: Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

2018 MIDTERMS: As It Happened Nov 07, 2018

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Sentinel News Dump 11/1/18 Nov 01, 2018

-War-obsessed John Bolton salivates at thought of Venezuela invasion after Bolsonaro election -Steve King, finally getting called on his white nationalist shit, yelps: “sir, stop it” like a 12 year old boy with a severe case of puberty -White House aide Larry Kudlow calls federal minimum wage “a terrible idea”--inequality was way lower when the floor was higher in real times -Sen. Wyden floats idea of imprisoning tech execs who play fast and loose with consumer privacy

Sentinel News Dump 10/30/18 Oct 30, 2018

-President proposes ending constitutionally-guaranteed birthright citizenship by executive order, Graham offers legislation. -Zinke allegations passed to Justice Department by Interior Department watchdog -Dems accuse FCC of covering up public comment fraud in support of Net Neutrality rollback -Republican FCC Commissioner claims, without a single shred of credible evidence, that municipal broadband threatens free speech To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 10/29/18 Oct 29, 2018

-President renews attacks and smears on refugees, despite Pittsburgh gunman’s hateful rants on Jews and the caravan -Sarah Huckabee Sanders refuses to rule out suspending civil liberties in response to question on increased border militarization -Democratic lawmakers call on State Department to cut off Brazil if Bolsonaro carries out thuggish threats -Tariffs on $257 billion in Chinese goods to come in December if Trump, Xi fail to reach trade agreement To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

SentinelCast 84: The Crumbled Blue Wall Oct 29, 2018

A prior SentinelCast now unlocked! To listen to more episodes like this, subscribe at Patron.com/DistrictSentinel -Malaika Jabali on 2016 and how the Democratic Party failed black people in Milwaukee and beyond -A look at the crackdown after the Nationwide Prison Strike with Philly-based activist Ted Kelly and Frackville SCI inmate Bryant Arroyo -Does Mohammed Bin Salman beat out the NYPD? A very close Garbage Can race this week!

Sentinel News Dump 10/25/18 Oct 25, 2018

-Federal judge tells state officials to stop rejecting absentee ballots amid GOP dirty tricks campaign -Exxon may finally face climate justice because the company allegedly harmed (wait for it) shareholders -Mick Mulvaney shaves millions from a fine for payday lenders, as he seeks to relax rules on the industry -EPA pushed to collect data on lead poisoning threats; agency currently gets information only after disasters like Flint. To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 10/24/18 Oct 24, 2018

-Whatever your stance on political violence: don’t take it out on postal workers!! -Top government watchdog reports HHS had no idea child detention policy was coming, hundreds of kids still in custody -No wonder Trump is making absurd tax cut promises:BLS data shows inflation-adjusted “non-supervisory” wages are down since Jan 2017 -Economic clouds on the horizon? Housing sales down in parts of the country not ravaged by hurricanes -Sen. Warren presses McKinsey after NYT exposes the consulting firm’s work for the Saudi government To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 10/23/18 Oct 23, 2018

-Trump administration publishes barely readable paper on socialism -Jeff Bezos is just the fucking worst: Amazon pitching sketchy surveillance tech to ICE -Bosses could replace health insurance benefits with cash for Obamacare plans, under admin proposal -SCOTUS shields Wilbur Ross from testifying about anti-immigrant census lies To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 10/22/18 Oct 22, 2018

-Trump lying to whip up hatred over migrant caravan grounds alone for removal from office -Mega gas merger approved by FTC days ahead of deadline from German regulators -Administration strips transgender Americans of rights through bogus HHS definition -Treasury Department warns South Korean banks over plans for North Korea cooperation To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

SentinelCast 83: Abolish the Senate Oct 22, 2018

Now unlocked from behind the paywall! -Paul Blest on why the US Senate is no way to run a country -Kavanaugh: yet another reason to unironically say “Thanks Obama.” Eoin Higgins explains -Humanity’s days are numbered. We act quickly by nominating fossil fuel executives to #TheGarbageCan For more content like this, subscribe to the Sentinel on Patreon: Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 10/18/18 Oct 18, 2018

-Mnuchin to no longer attend Saudi Arabia investment conference -White House asks SCOTUS to kill teens’ climate change lawsuit -Another cabinet official accused of misleading Congress over family separation -Trump wants the FBI to stay put at its current location in DC, wiping out potential competition for his hotel To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 10/17/18 Oct 17, 2018

-Secret Service agent keeps reporter away from Kushner, a coward who never talks to the press -Conservatism 101: Republicans pursuing austerity after taxcut giveaway to rich -Must protect Wall Street coders! Financial regulator criticizes Obama era attempt to register computerized traders -Interior Department Inspector General reportedly on her way out amid numerous agency scandals To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 10/16/18 Oct 16, 2018

-Secretary of State in Saudi Arabia helping monarchy peddle PR talking points on Khashoggi disappearance -Amid Khashoggi outcry, Treasury Department issues new sanctions….on Iran -Trump threatens to cut off aid to right-wing authoritarian allies in Honduras over migrant caravan -Judge okays legal challenge of Betsy DeVos plan to go easy on for-profit college fraudsters To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 10/15/18 Oct 15, 2018

-Attorney General tries to stop mild police reforms from taking place in Chicago -Supreme Court declines appeal of $400 million penalty for ex-lead paint makers -Another Cheney wants to offer up the US military to help dirty energy industry -The wildly unpopular Paul Ryan is hitting the midterm campaign trail for the GOP To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 10/11/18 Oct 11, 2018

-With Kavanaugh behind them, Senate Judiciary Committee advances two questionable judicial nominees -Trump administration trashing environmental laws for insipid border wall fortifications -Saudi Arabia and Israel are cranking up their awfulness with no complaints from the US -Nouriel “Dr. Doom” Roubini tells Senate Banking Committee: expect downturn by 2020. -The F-35 has been grounded, yet again #AbolishThePentagon

Sentinel News Dump 10/10/18 Oct 10, 2018

-DOJ approves CVS-Aetna merger, conditions deal on Medicare prescription drug divestment -FBI Director Christopher Wray: Kavanaugh probe was limited -US foreign arms sales up 33 percent to $55 billion; Obama still holds the all-time record because of 2012 fighter jet sales to Saudi Arabia -RBG puts a stop to Wilbur Ross deposition, in lawsuit over Commerce Secretary’s lies about a Census citizenship question To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 10/9/18 Oct 09, 2018

-Trump UN Ambassador to resign at the end of the year -Bernie Sanders criticizes global rise of right-wing authoritarianism, in foreign policy speech -Kavanaugh’s first day on the Court: no protests interrupted oral arguments -Looks like advanced US weapons systems can be easily hacked, according to GAO To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

SentinelCast 82: Susan Collins, Meet the Garbage Can Oct 08, 2018

-Senator gets the can after horrendous, partisan speech announcing Kavanaugh support -A conversation on public education with Emily Gasoi, candidate for DC State Board of Education -DC City Council narrowly evades #GarbageCan for repealing Initiative 77 For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 10/4/18 Oct 04, 2018

-Right as in correct; North Dakota Senator to vote “no” on Kavanaugh -Mike Pence rattles his sabre to impress the chuds -Judge enjoins cruel Trump policy expelling refugees from El Savador, Nicaragua, Sudan, and Haiti -Federal prosecutors investigating Danske Bank for 200 billion Euro money laundering scheme -Rep. Andy Harris whines in the Wall Street Journal about people blazing at his office. Poor thing! -Today in Garbage Can History: In 1976, the Supreme Court lifted its temporary ban on capital punishment. To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 10/3/18 Oct 03, 2018

-GOP Senators plan on getting report tonight; the nominee and Dr. Ford haven’t been interviewed yet. -US ruled in violation of a treaty with Iran, so the Trump administration pulls out of that agreement, too -EPA scraps regulatory language noting impact of climate change on the young, the elderly, and the poor -FAA reauthorization passes Senate, lobbyists succeed in killing examination of fees To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 10/2/18 Oct 02, 2018

-DHS Inspector General finds Trump admin woefully unprepared to execute border policy -Someone mailed ricin to the Pentagon -FDIC head unprepared to defend policy to relax leverage ratio; Sen. Warren calls plan “insane” -Trump admin disarming forest rangers, in a nod to its Bundy Boy supporters -Plus, the latest on the Kavanaugh investigation: Why did the FBI miss the UB40 bar fight until now? To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 10/1/18 Oct 01, 2018

-President unveils his USMCA. It’s a mixed bag. -Trump takes Qs on Kavanaugh drinking lies, says the judge was candid (he wasn’t) -Short-handed SCOTUS hears case on our pal the Dusky Gopher Frog -Judge allows second emoluments case, one brought by Congresspeople -Obama unveils second round of endorsements; Bob Menendez could ruin Dem plans to take back the Senate To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

DISTRICT SENTINEL RADIO 9/27/18: Brett “I’m Not Belligerent, Dammit” Kavanaugh Sep 27, 2018

-SCOTUS nominee unhinged, hostile. Dr. Ford poised. -Lindsey Graham leads GOP sliming of rape accusations; Republicans trying to rally -CFPB official overseeing anti-discrimination laws dismisses relevance of racist posts online from 2004 -Pentagon revises estimate of civilian casualties in ISIS war, still six times lower than independent estimate To listen to more episodes like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 9/26/18 Sep 26, 2018

-Morales goes off on US, with doddering Trump two seats down -New allegations against Kavanaugh, the day before Christine Blasey Ford is scheduled to testify -Google exec to Senate: We don’t sell personal info when we do those targeted ads you get after searching stuff -Pruitt replacement puts official overseeing children’s health on administrative leave To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 9/25/18 Sep 25, 2018

-UN General Assembly laughs at President Trump during his address -Kirstjen Nielsen has been lying about her role in the family separation nightmare -NLRB says it’s following ethics guidelines, with Corporate America attacking conflict of interest claims -For years, Border Patrol failed to conduct a privacy assessment on surveillance drones -Plus, Kavanaugh is getting creepier by the day

Sentinel News Dump 9/24/18 Sep 24, 2018

-Cabinet officials give a glimpse of Trump’s UN speech tomorrow. Expect chest thumping over Iran. -Wilbur Ross to be deposed after records reveal he lied about proposing a Census citizenship question -US imposes tariffs on another $200 billion in Chinese goods; China retaliates on $60 billion in American imports -Trump admin scraps rules requiring emergency brakes on crude oil “bomb trains,” citing costs to industry To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 9/20/18 Sep 20, 2018

-Iran rebuffs US offer to kickstart diplomacy, citing Trump violation of nuclear agreement -Top Republican hits out at White House over pledge to take fewer refugees--mostly for process reasons, not the xenophobia -Tariff exemption for South Carolina plant with ties to high-ranking people in Trump’s orbit -Lol the NRA is going broke -Plus, the latest on the Kavanaugh-Ford hearing scheduled for Monday To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

SentinelCast 79: Crashaversary Sep 19, 2018

Newly moved from behind the paywall... -Alexis Goldstein on September 2008 and Everything After -Guilty/Innocent: Shooting Your Guns at Hurricanes -Garbage Candidates this week include: John Bolton and the opioid peddlers that also got a patent to treat addiction #GarbageCan Thank you for support Smash retweet button districtsentinel.com Facebook: facebook.com/DistrictSentinel Twitter: twitter.com/TheDCSentinel For more content like this, subscribe at Patreon.com/districtsentinel

Sentinel News Dump 9/18/18 Sep 18, 2018

-Kavanaugh ties to disgraced appellate judge exposed; Monday hearing set for Christine Ford allegations -ICE official can’t say if agency is considering documented impact of detention on kids -Only half of serious injuries at work are reported to OSHA, despite recent change in requirements -Looks like Wilbur Ross lied to congress To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 9/17/18 Sep 17, 2018

-Christine Blasey Ford says she’s the one who alleged that the SCOTUS nominee sexually assaulted her in high school -Republican on NLRB has another conflict of interest with ex-employer, Dem Sens allege -FEC to take a look at rules enabling lavish personal spending by candidates through “Leadership PACs” -FISA court spying on journalists detailed by Freedom of the Press Foundation To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 9/13/18 Sep 13, 2018

-Jeff Flake joins all Republicans on SJC to shootdown votes on extra oversight for Kavanaugh -District Judge strikes down Betsy DeVos effort to run cover for college scammer -Mulvaney on Student Debt: Actually, it’s the children who are wrong -NLRB finally proposes new “joint employer” rule; tougher on union organizers at corporate chains, as expected -FEMA Director defends Trump’s Twitter meltdown about botched disaster response in Puerto Rico -Everything I hate is Russia, Energy Industry Lackey edition To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 9/12/18 Sep 12, 2018

-Median household income reaches new high; last two peaks occurred before market crashes -Just in time for Hurricane Season: ICE caught getting money for detention from FEMA -FCC pauses review of T-Mobile/Sprint merger -House readies money for natural parks; parties can come together because no oil companies will pay To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 9/11/18 Sep 11, 2018

-Scott Pruitt successor relaxes methane pollution rules -iCop: Apple pledges to work more closely with law enforcement on data requests -FT: Pharma company hikes price of bladder infection antibiotic by more than 400 percent; CEO defends Shkreli -CBO: Payroll taxes up slightly; corporate taxes down by 30 percent To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel News Dump 9/10/18 Sep 10, 2018

-Trump administration kicks Palestinian officials out of US, over request for ICC to investigate Israel -John Bolton then threatens ICC officials if they probe reported US war crimes in Afghanistan -FCC using self-reported industry data, underestimating the number of Native Americans without internet -EPA Inspector General looking at yet another Scott Pruitt initiative--the latest, on his Superfund Task Force -Ron DeSantis is stepping down from Congress to focus on his racism, err race to become Florida Governor To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

District Sentinel Radio: NY Primary Primer Sep 07, 2018

And we have an interview lined up for you today. Since we’re in DC so you don’t have to be, we’re not in New York to know enough about what’s going on with the primary election set for next week. So we chatted about it with the Host of the Katie Halper Show, Katie Halper… Subscribe to the Sentinel on Patreon at: Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel

Sentinel News Dump 9/6/18 Sep 06, 2018

TFW You Find a Spine -Dems release “committee confidential” Kavanaugh emails to protest crooked confirmation process -Emails: Kavanaugh was okay with short-term racial profiling, getting sketchy emails from GOP operative who hacked Senate Dems. -Where’s the NYT adult in the room? Trump administration says it will violate immigrant family detention settlement -Nominee to run National Park Service could put public lands at peril, environmentalists warn To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel Radio News Dump 9/5/18 Sep 05, 2018

-Leahy accuses SCOTUS nominee of knowing about hack on Dem senators, lying about it -Social media foreign interference hearing: It’s actually good when we do it -Trump pushing for cruel SNAP work requirements as Farm Bill nears finish line -Bernie and Ro Khanna introduce the Stop BEZOS Act, aimed at penalizing large companies paying poverty wages To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

Sentinel Radio News Dump 9/4/18 Sep 04, 2018

-More than two dozen protesters arrested on first day of SCOTUS confirmation hearings -Old Boys Network: Jon Kyl appointed to take John McCain’s Senate seat. -DC Circuit rules against Columbia University grad school, for UAW Local 2110 -Inspector General finds Scott Pruitt doubled his security budget. Those rush hour trips to Le Diplomate ain’t free. To listen to the full District Sentinel Radio episode, airing Monday - Thursday, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel.

SentinelCast 78: Nationalize the Oil Companies Sep 04, 2018

We're unlocking some subscriber-only content: The latest Sentinel Cast. -We chat with soon to be Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib about climate change and capitalism. -One last Garbage Can ceremony for John McCain Subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel to support the co-op and get access to exclusive content. Smash retweet button districtsentinel.com Facebook: facebook.com/DistrictSentinel Twitter: twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/30/18: Cruel Boss In-Chief Aug 30, 2018

-Trump orders reversal of pay raise for federal workers -Report: President offered to end Korean War, back-peddled -No concerns about Yemeni civilians, then: military to train Saudi pilots in US -GAO: Less than half of misconduct complaints against ICE agents were documented properly Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/29/18: How I Chucked My Summer Vacation Aug 29, 2018

-Schumer & friends rubber stamp a bunch of Trump judges for extra time off -Trudeau: Canada could be back in the US-Mexico trade mix by Friday -Was it worth it? Post-9/11 war spending tops $1.5 trillion -Ayatollah to Iranian President: “Stop having hopes” of Europe saving nuclear deal -With countersuit, Sinclair-Tribune merger meltdown gets even better Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/28/18: Mnuchin: No Congress Necessary Aug 28, 2018

-Treasury Secretary says legislature not needed to cancel NAFTA -Trump chain mail style rant about Google bias against conservatives -Moody’s caught messing up mortgage backed securities ratings, again -Zinke chief of staff takes job lobbying for BP -Preview of our interview with Rashida Tlaib -Also, special announcement on the future of the show! Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/27/18: McCain Mast Watch Aug 27, 2018

-War fever driving narrative on late senator, Washington melts down over White House flag -New NAFTA framework revealed: US could be stumbling into better trade policy -Trump attack on public sector workers tossed out by federal judge -Mick Mulvaney accused of suppressing report on big banks charging “dubious account fees” on student loans -GAO: Products branded for women cost more Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/23/18: SUMMER BREAK--OK, IT’S ALMOST OVER Aug 23, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. For today, we revisit an interview from April, just after the anniversary of the Boston Marathon Bombings. We talked to the ACLU’s Kade Crockford about lingering doubts around the official story about the bombings, and what role the FBI may have played behind the scenes. Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/22/18: SUMMER BREAK NEARING AN END Aug 22, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. We take you back to May, for today’s interview. Sam and I chatted with Indiana University’s Nathaniel Grow about the history of Major League Baseball’s antitrust exemption, and moves that can be made in the future to possibly break it. Enjoy: Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/21/18: STILL ON SUMMER BREAK Aug 21, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. This one takes a look at the strides made by the movement to Abolish ICE. Sean McElwee has been a big advocate; particularly on Twitter. He joined us in June. Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/20/18: SUMMER BREAK ONGOING Aug 20, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. Today, we take you back to an interview from earlier this month, with Public Citizen’s Lori Wallach. She’s the global trade watch director at the organization, and she had some interesting insights about Trump’s trade wars. Take a listen: Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/16/18: SUMMER BREAK PERSISTS Aug 16, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. This one, from July, takes a look at the Supreme Court’s union-busting decision in Janus v. AFSCME. To chat about the decision and it aftermath, we brought on Christine Geovanis from the Chicago Teachers Union. Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/15/18: SUMMER BREAK CONTINUES Aug 15, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. For today’s episode, we revisit an interview from July, when Donald Trump made his official trip to the United Kingdom. We discussed the indecency with Laura from the UK, co-host of the Reel Politik podcast. Follow Laura on Twitter @lowenergylaura Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/14/18: SUMMER BREAK STILL Aug 14, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. From earlier this month: We brought on Adam Johnson, from FAIR, and host of the Citations Needed podcast, to discuss how MSNBC is mostly ignoring one of the biggest ongoing stories: Saudi Arabia’s atrocity-filled invasion of Yemen. Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/13/18: SUMMER BREAK Aug 13, 2018

Sentinel Radio summer vacation has begun. We’ll be back on Aug. 27. Until then, enjoy some old interviews. From May 8: We talked with community organizer Kate D’Adamo about how anti-sex trafficking legislation hurts some of the most vulnerable workers. Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/9/18: US Hard at Work Terrorizing Yemen Aug 09, 2018

-More Saudi-led atrocities: attack on bus kills more than two dozen kids -Best possible ending: Tribune-Sinclair merger deal official falls through and ends with a lawsuit -Interior wants to open California to fracking for the first time in half a decade -Where is a UFO invasion when you need one? Pence says US outer space “supremacy” should be defended by Space Force Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/8/18: Love Ruining My Family to Save Money Aug 08, 2018

-Republican Congressman, family members, indicted on insider trading charges -First Muslim woman elected to Congress, self-described “anti-war” candidate Rashida Tlaib wins Conyers seat -Case against San Diego border wall construction reaches appellate circuit -China running out of room to retaliate on tariffs, could soon turn to Apple and other US brands Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/7/18: Stephen Miller is a Beige Silly Putty Egg Aug 07, 2018

-White House adviser pushing to keep more immigrants out of US, also stirring up hatred of poor -Ajit Pai shoves staffer under the bus, when asked about phony FCC cyber attack claims -Judge that approved of AT&T-Time Warner decision improperly disallowed evidence, DOJ lawyers claim -Planet still set to become “hothouse” even if Paris climate goals met, according to new report Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/6/18: World Sneers at Iran Sanctions Aug 06, 2018

-Trump admin reimposes penalties on Tehran, as EU promises to shield companies -With about two weeks to appeal DACA restoration order, Sessions hits out at judiciary -Facebook reportedly asking Wall Street to help squeeze cash from chat, despite awful record on privacy -Kris “The Music Man” Kobach gets Trump endorsement ahead of tomorrow’s primary Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/2/18: The Harm of “Russiagate” Aug 02, 2018

No newscast today--instead we sit down with Slate writer Osita Nwanevu to talk about the pressure on leftists to take Russiagate more seriously and why they should resist. This is just a portion of our interview. To listen to the full segment, become a subscriber at: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 8/1/18: Stench of Pruitt Remains Aug 01, 2018

-New EPA head faces questions about predecessor’s legacy -Forty Senate Democrats back $716 billion defense policy bill -Treasury Department sets sight on state usury laws, with liberal allies in Congress -Immigration detention center in Arizona comes under scrutiny for abuse Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/31/18: Summer from Hell Jul 31, 2018

-Trump official: family separation and child refugee prisons like “summer camp” -News from the perpetual war: Afghanistan refusing to prosecute over 100 outstanding corruption charges -Dem Sens press GAO to investigate facial recognition software -What could possibly go wrong? Trump admin unveils new biometric immigration database--to be used, in part, for refugee resettlement & law enforcement -SCOTUS: Kids can sue the US government over climate change Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/30/18: Rand Paul SCOTUS Coward Jul 30, 2018

-Kentucky Senator announces support for Brett Kavanaugh, despite pretending to be a civil liberties guy -Trump does major about-face, casually says he’ll talk to Iran with any preconditions -TSA air marshals engaging in warrantless surveillance, as if flying wasn’t terrible enough -OSHA plans to scrap electronic workplace injury reporting requirements for America’s largest companies -Even the Koch Brothers concede that single payer would cover more people while saving money Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/25/18: Surfboard Willy’s v. Trump Jul 25, 2018

-Emoluments ruling in Maryland case could open President up to new lawsuits -2020 Dem Hopefuls propose debt relief for distressed territories, with aim of helping Puerto Rico -Thousands of tech recommendations by GAO going unaddressed across federal agencies -Top financial regulator once again pleads for more resources to keep tabs on speculators -War on the Islamic State is quieting down, but US-led coalition forces are reportedly still killing scores of Syrian civilians every month Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/24/18: Corporate Vultures Circling Jul 24, 2018

-Supreme Court decision in Wayfair brings slimy anti-tax lobbyists to Capitol Hill -Grover Norquist fills his diaper, shouts “free country” at lawmaker owning him -Trump planning to offer aid to farmers victimized by trade war he started -Judge lashes out at ICE in deportation case involving pizza delivery driver and snitch troop -One in two Americans say Russia has *extremely cable news voice* kompromat on Trump Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/23/18: Threaten War, Send Tweet Jul 23, 2018

-Trump raises prospects of war with Iran after latest Twitter meltdown -Barbara Lee formally challenges for House Dem leadership -Washington Post exposes Interior Department obsession with promoting heavy industry -White House v. Ex-Intelligence officials in shithead showdown Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/19/18: Pai-Sinclair Quarrel Gets Nasty Jul 19, 2018

-FCC says Sinclair merger proposal fudged the truth to circumvent broadcast ownership limits -133 House Democrats cast cowardly “present” vote on GOP resolution praising ICE -Nominee to be the next CFPB director, a White House aide, shrugs at question about “intentionally traumatizing” refugee kids -White House now claims it isn’t reviewing Putin’s extradition request troll, in response to FSB agent indictments Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/18/18: Local Cops--Another Reason to Abolish ICE Jul 18, 2018

-Eoin Higgins discusses his recent reporting on the Bristol County jail, and Massachusetts’ answer to Sheriff Joe. Read the article at The Appeal: https://theappeal.org/immigrants-share-horror-stories-from-inside-massachusettss-worst-jail/ -Regular newscast is back tomorrow Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/17/18: FARA Squad Strikes Again Jul 17, 2018

-Russia NRA “infiltration” smells of standard influence peddling -Meanwhile, the Treasury Department is poised to make lobbying even more secretive -Fed Chair Powell questioned on stress test leniency for Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and State Street -The ICC could be changing rules to prosecute wars of aggression, though good luck getting most countries to ratify Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/16/18: Geo-Helsinki Jul 16, 2018

-Trump-Putin press conference goes exactly as expected -Judge overseeing family separation suit orders stay on deportations after reunification -Was it something the IG said? Ajit Pai suddenly sees the light on Sinclar-Tribune merger deal. -Rich right wingers target Democratic Senators with ads calling for Kavanaugh endorsement. Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/12/18: Profits over President Jul 12, 2018

-GOP loyalty to Trump finally tested--over tariffs -Abolish ICE legislation is out, and it’s already forcing Republicans to self-own -Antitrust Division head praises Google-YouTube deal, in possible greenlight to techlords -Committee hearing or DSA meeting? Strzok testimony devolves into squabble over Roberts Rules Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/11/18: Prep School SCOTUS Jul 11, 2018

-Kavanaugh & Gorsuch both went to Georgetown Prep. We talk Montgomery County private schools with longtime MoCo resident @socretariat (Newscast returns tomorrow) Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 7/10/18: Country Club Chuckle Fuck Jul 10, 2018

-Brett Kavanaugh picked for SCOTUS from the Old Boy Network -Trump pardons the arsonists that inspired the second Bundy Occupation -Administration to miss first deadline, in court-ordered immigrant family reunification plan -Zinke could get a slap on wrist for tweeting MAGA socks from official account Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/28/18: Real Kick to the Jay-Nus Jun 28, 2018

-Dems respond to latest SCOTUS attack on unions with unconvincing performance by Schumer -From the Abolish ICE files: ex-agency lawyer sentenced for defrauding undocumented immigrants with official data -House GOP headed for yet another meltdown, as Senate rejects cruel food stamp work requirements in Farm Bill -Finally, a victory for crooked Wall Street Guys! SEC puts cap on whistleblower award payouts Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/27/18: Scalia’s Ghost Strikes Back Jun 27, 2018

-Supreme Court finally deals blow to labor movement in Janus, after Hillary squandered Scalia’s death -Speaking of the consequences of Hillary’s failure, Anthony Kennedy just announced his retirement -House Republicans hold hearing on surveillance,” Department of Homeland Security refuses to send witness -Alleged Zinke threats to lawmaker can’t be probed because GAO is stonewalling the inquiry Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/26/18: SCOTUS: Nothing Trump Says Matters Jun 26, 2018

-Supreme Court upholds Muslim Ban, ignores President’s Islamophobic intent -Justices also shoot down laws on deceptive anti-abortion “Crisis Pregnancy Centers” -Boss v. Hogs -- Trump attacks Harley Davidson after company shifts production to Europe -Take that, fineprint: First Circuit shoots down Uber forced arbitration clauses for customers -Bloomberg thinking about 2020 run, will probably withdraw when he discovers, yet again, that everyone hates him Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/25/18: Communism Will Win Jun 25, 2018

In this special edition of District Sentinel Radio, we unlock some premium content. For last week’s SentinelCast, the two Sams sat down with Spenser Rapone, fresh out of the military following his apotheosis into a meme: The Commie Troop. To listen to the full SentinelCast, subscribe here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/sentinelcast-71-19614992 Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/21/18: Pelosi: Listen (clap) To (clap) Reagan Jun 21, 2018

-Amid GOP-inflicted horrors on refugees, Pelosi praises Republican Prez who wrecked Central America -Trump’s executive order still enables DHS to tear families apart at the border -SCOTUS rules internet sales taxes are okay, but Amazon no longer cares because it’s everywhere -President now has more authority over agency regulators, after separate Supreme Court ruling -District Judge rules CFPB is unconstitutionally structured, despite higher court saying otherwise Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/20/18: We Will Fight Them in the Restaurants Jun 20, 2018

-Trump ends family separation policy, day after DHS Secretary is hounded at dinner -Commerce Secretary caught shorting stock he owns, days after being contacted by a reporter about his holdings -Scott Pruitt has won back the confidence of the guy who brought a snowball onto the Senate floor to question climate science -Worst Democrats set to become even worse--Michael Bloomberg to give party $80 million in midterm donations Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/19/18: U.S. Digging Own Empire Graveyard Jun 19, 2018

-Forever War Update: 17th Commander in 17 years set to lead NATO Forces Afghanistan -CFPB nominee held up, as senators question her child detention policy role at OMB -Bolton’s Midas Touch of Shit yanks US out of UN human rights committee -Administration relaxes “essential health benefit” requirements to ease way for garbage insurance plans -Kris Kobach is such a clownish goon, a judge ordered him to take remedial legal education classes Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/18/18: Space Nazis Jun 18, 2018

-Trump renews calls for “Space Force” amid outrage over family separation, child detention camps -SCOTUS sends Wisconsin gerrymandering case back to lower court; Kagan outlines better legal strategy for state Democrats -American Airlines settles price-fixing suit for $45 million, co-conspirator Southwest paid one-third of that in January -The Mulvaney scam rolls on; Trump lackey’s lackey named permanent CFPB head Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/14/18: Think of the Trump Presidential Library! Jun 14, 2018

-New York Attorney General investigates Trump for plundering his charities -No systemic fake accounts problem after Wells Fargo, OCC claims, despite warning 250 banks -Special Watchdog: Afghanistan opium production reaching all time high -Ajit Pai doing yet more favors of Sinclair Broadcasting ahead of case on ownership limits Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/13/18: Arpaio Prison Camp For Kids Jun 13, 2018

-Trump administration wants “tent city” detention for immigrant children -At some point, Chuck Schumer needs to Google “South Korea president” -DOJ alleges union-management bribery conspiracy involving Fiat Chrysler, UAW -The millennials who aren’t broke can stop saving for retirement: Antarctica is melting three times faster than it was 10 years ago. -House Committee approves $9.4 billion for 93 more F-35s after GAO begged Congress to pause spending on the troubled fighter jet Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/11/18: Schumer Right of Bolton on North Korea Jun 11, 2018

-SCOTUS rules that non-voters can be purged from registration, if they don’t fill out dumb postcards -EPA tries to sandbag FOIA requests. Is Pruitt hiding something about his soundproof booth and special lotion? -Jeff Sessions makes stuff up about false asylum claims then tightens rules -Bye-Bye, Net Neutrality! Another Obama initiative officially gone Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/6/18: Joe Manchud Jun 06, 2018

-West Virginia Senator muses about voting for Trump in 2020 -President commutes life sentence of 63-year-old who dealt drugs in 1996, after Kim Kardashian clemency plea -New Facebook privacy issues prompt questions about Zuckerberg Congressional testimony -Please don’t throw up, but today the House Small Business Committee heard that app workers are actually “solopreneurs” -Worm Deployed: Dennis Rodman to be in Singapore for NK-US Summit, whether ordered or not -Trump can’t stop taking L’s against the City of Philadelphia Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/5/18: Chicken Shit Pruitt Jun 05, 2018

-EPA administrator caught trying to get Chick-fil-A franchise for his wife -Ruthless Mitch cancels August recess, with Senate Dems defending more vulnerable seats -So long, asswipe: David Koch retires -GAO begs Congress to stop lighting money on fire by cutting off the F-35 -Betsy DeVos very, very reluctant to confirm schools can’t call ICE on students -Federal lands hosting more “orphaned” oil wells Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 6/4/18: No Cakewalk Fans Jun 04, 2018

-Supreme Court sides with anti-LGBTQ Masterpiece Cakeshop; Ginsburg & Sotomayor reject “religious neutrality” basis of ruling -Pruitt abusing staff privileges (bad), tries to buy used mattress from the Trump Hotel (hilarious tbqh) -Sen. Merkley tries to inspect detention center for immigrant kids, asked to leave -Education Department sued for DeVos neglect of civil rights cases -After “googling nullification,” jury acquits J20 defendant who wasn’t even accused of breaking stuff Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon, and you’ll get to see the show recorded live: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/31/18: J20 Sham Trial Falling Apart May 31, 2018

-More charges dropped against inauguration protesters, after prosecution caught concealing exculpatory evidence -Canada, Mexico, and EU retaliate with US aluminum and steel tariffs set to take effect -Scott Pruitt made an EPA employee do his errands, and lawmakers want an investigation -Dinesh D’Souza given pardon by D’Degenerate president; Reprieve for Rod Blagojevich may be next Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/30/18: John Bolton's New Hire May 30, 2018

-National Security Adviser hires an Islamophobic piece of shit because he is one -NLRB looking to sidestep conflict of interest on corporate franchise standard, according to Dem lawmakers -District Judge halts DeVos plan to shield for-profit college fraudsters from lawsuits -No word yet from State Dept. on wild fake assassination story in Ukraine -Fed kicks off Volcker Rule roll back and decries regulatory burden, though banks have been making record profit Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/29/18: The South Korean Save May 29, 2018

-Trump admin and North Korea talking again, with Moon Jae In doing the heavy lifting -Official Hurricane Maria death toll off by factor of 70, according to Harvard study -Threat of more far-right gains in Italy, US-China trade tensions cause stock market dip -Illinois class action against Facebook can proceed, over creep tagging via facial recognition -SCOTUS declines to hear challenge to Arkansas abortion case Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/24/18: Time to Tillerson Bolton May 24, 2018

-North Korea talks breakdown thanks to loose talk of “Libya Model” -Justice Department, CFTC launch investigation of Bitcoin price manipulation -Moderate Republicans and Democrats are on the verge of forcing immigration votes in the House -Buzzkill: Troops guarding nuclear weapons in trouble for dropping acid -Plus, bonus preview of tomorrow’s SentinelCast: we discuss workers rights with Dan Ortiz, counsel for Lewis in Epic Systems Corp v. Lewis. Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/23/18: Hungry for Conflict May 23, 2018

-Mike Pompeo says there’s “an aggressive plan to punish China and Mexico” for opioid crisis -Health insurance exec warns Americans to brace for monthly premium hikes as high as 80 percent -FBI: Oops, we were wrong by a factor of four about the number of encrypted phones we can’t hack -Sir, you have violated my First Amendment Rights, Sir! Judge rules Trump can’t block on Twitter Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/22/18: Twisting the Knife May 22, 2018

-Trump admin set to punish European allies who don’t violate Iran Deal -DeVos dismisses ethics concerns over student loan bank card scheme, despite apparently knowing little about it -FDIC reports 27.5 percent increase in bank profit, with the Dodd-Frank roll-back set to clear the final hurdle in Congress -Amazon helping cops with facial recognition surveillance, in yet another reason to despise Jeff Bezos -The Justice Department is having elevator problems. Time to FOIA emails for “Jeff Sessions stuck”? Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/21/18: Yellow Dog Days May 21, 2018

-Supreme Court says workers don’t have right to organize lawsuits -Trump hunts for alleged FBI mole on his 2016 campaign; DOJ inspector general investigating matter -Neocon Sludgelord Alert: Pompeo outlines aggressive Iran policy, while Pence fills diap over Venezuela -Too Big to Epic Bacon Fail? Groups urge FTC to break-up Facebook -Race card for the race cars, as Trump hails lily-white NASCAR for saluting the anthem Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

SentinelCast 66: TEASER May 21, 2018

On the latest SentinelCast (for subscribers)... -Chip Gibbons on why Gina Haspel is especially awful -Pittsburgh DSA Co-chairs Arielle Cohen and Adam Shuck on the chapter’s big wins in state elections -A certain Racist Lawyer Defender has been nominated for the Garbage Can. Thank you for support Smash retweet button districtsentinel.com Facebook: facebook.com/DistrictSentinel Twitter: twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/17/18: The RICO Doctrine May 17, 2018

-Trump sounds like a mafia guy, calls for Kim Jong Un to sign “protection” deal -Treasury Inspector General looking into report about missing Michael Cohen suspicious activity records -CFPB payday lending rule survives Congressional Review Act deregulation frenzy -Ajit Pai ripped on for celebrating hugely unpopular Net Neutrality repeal with some of the dumbest right-wingers online -Plus, some of our interview with Arielle Cohen and Adam Shuck, co-chairs of Pittsburgh DSA, on the chapter’s big wins Tuesday Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/16/18: Spill the Beans, Ron May 16, 2018

-Wyden talks of cover-up, alludes to embarrassing secrets, as Haspel advances through Senate -IsraelGate? Alleged Cambridge Analytica ties to Russian and Israeli spies emerging, as investigation proceeds -Democratic Senators finally say Palestinians in Gaza have a basic right to not be murdered by the IDF -Net Neutrality repeal repeal clears Senate Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/15/18: Volcker? I Hardly Know ‘Er!! May 15, 2018

-Bank regulators changing Volcker Rule to allow Wall Street to quickly buy and sell stocks -Two more Senate Dems, Warner & Heitkamp, support torture-doer Gina Haspel -Don’t hurt him, Chuck! Grassley might call on Pruitt to step down over ethanol waivers to oil refineries -Trump admin considering detention for immigrant kids on military bases Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/14/18: Chuck Schumer: Religious Extremist May 14, 2018

-Top Senate Dem gushes over Trump embassy move, as peaceful protesters are gunned down by Israel -Supreme Court let’s it ride (reverses federal ban on sports gambling) -Should have said nothing: Wilbur Ross says US beef is safe because he and Trump eat it and “there are no signs of mental instability” -Republicans confirming judges at twice the speed of Obama, Dems say GOP is stacking the courts -Joe Donnelly became the second Democrat to support torture-doer Gina Haspel Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

SentinelCast 65: TEASER May 14, 2018

On the latest SentinelCast (for subscribers)... -Tarik from Mic Dicta, the world’s best named legal podcast, on Michael Cohen’s world of trouble -Plus...Did the president’s personal lawyer call into the listener rant line??? -Israel goes in the iron dome that is The District Sentinel Garbage Can. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel Thank you for support Smash retweet button districtsentinel.com Facebook: facebook.com/DistrictSentinel Twitter: twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/10/18: I Think, Therefore I Post May 10, 2018

-Net Neutrality Dies Next Month: FCC rule change set to take effect June 11, Aji Pai brags ISPs won’t be regulated like utilities -HHS Secretary claims Canada rationing cancer/AIDS drugs, but it’s the US for-profit system actually killing people -Vote on Dream Act could be forced in House, If seven more Republicans & every Dem back petition -Joe Manchin ruins hopes of blocking Gina Haspel nomination Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/9/18: More Like Gina Hackspel May 09, 2018

-CIA Director nominee clumsily slogs her way through cringeworthy confirmation hearing -Racist auto-lenders & sheisty student loan providers get boost from GOP -Senate could advance a repeal of Ajit Pai’s weakened Net Neutrality rules -Prominent Democrats back expansion of workers’ rights (on paper) Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/8/18: Americans: Can’t Trust ‘Em May 08, 2018

-Trump pulls US out of Iran deal without citing any violations by Tehran -You’ve heard cops make up “The Ferguson Effect.” Now, Jeff Sessions says there’s an “ACLU effect” -Administration attempting to squirrel away $15 billion already allocated by Congress -Democrats respond to premium spike forecast with positive vision of healthcare-for-all….haha just kidding Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/7/18: A Confirmation Hearing Nobody Wants May 07, 2018

-Haspel reportedly almost backed out; Wyden accusing CIA of “A-to-Z cover-up” over torture record -Whom among us doesn’t enjoy Shadow Diplomacy? Trump accuses Kerry of “possibly” breaking law to save Iran Deal -Jeff Sessions attacks encryption, picking up a misguided effort once spearheaded by James Comey -Trump says West Virginians shouldn’t support Blankenship, citing Roy Moore, who he once supported Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

SentinelCast 64: TEASER May 07, 2018

On the latest SentinelCast (for subscribers)... -Professor Nathaniel Grow, on appeals before SCOTUS challenging baseball’s antitrust exemption -Eoin Higgins discusses his reporting on allegations against liberal journalist Al Giordano -Welcome to GarbageCan Chat. The Tom Brokaw Defenders have logged on. To listen to the full episode, subscribe at Patreon.com/DistrictSentinel Thank you for support Smash retweet button districtsentinel.com Facebook: facebook.com/DistrictSentinel Twitter: twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

Episode 5/3/18: Never Good Enough for Wall Street May 03, 2018

-Bank lobbyists complain about Republicans failing to replace Obama FDIC chair -Feds monitored Trump Lawyer’s phone calls -White House keeps the creepy fundamentalist train rolling -Another One (Scott Pruitt staffer) Bites the Dust (will retire) -Administration puts out 27 pages of talking points to defend CIA Director nominee, former Bush torture overseer Broadcasted from Washington, DC Music courtesy of Adam Fligsten (adamfligsten.com/) Contribute to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/DistrictSentinel/ www.districtsentinel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DistrictSentinel/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheDCSentinel

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