DeLaJeff

Breaking: reports of mass bread shortages across Israel Bread shelves are all empty. That’s a very significant development I will dig deeper into that matter and will let you know what happened. Stay tuned

Reports now that Hegseth oversold the war to Trump and underestimated Iran's willingness to fight back. It's almost as if he's unqualified for his job. Too bad the Senate didn't have confirmation hearings; those would have proven his manifest unsuitability to lead the Pentagon.

Nothing to see here, just the president of the United States, underwater and with majorities in jeopardy, trying to steal the November elections for the GOP. It's not even subtle. It is incumbent on every GOP elected official to disavow this in the strongest possible terms.

I was born an underdog. 21 surgeries by the age of 12 for spina bifida. A kid wearing goodwill hand-me-downs. I knew nothing would come easy, but I never doubted my right to the American dream. Now, I'm running for the U.S. Senate to make sure all Iowans have a shot at theirs.

What a sick human being. A permanent disfiguring scar on the dignity of our nation.

For my new followers, who may not have read all I've been writing, let's establish some order about my views: 1. Iran, under the current regime, is a violent, aggressive actor that threatens many neighbors, sponsors terror, calls for Israel's destruction, has much American (and other people's) blood on its hands, and oppresses the Iranian people. The sooner it is gone, the better. 2. I've called for major support for the Iranian people in their struggle for freedom. 3. I favor pressuring the Iranian regime in many ways, and I'm not opposed to using force against the Iranian regime: I supported Operation Midnight Hammer last summer, for example, and can imagine other operations I would support. 4. I am opposed to regime change wars in the Middle East. I've said from the beginning that I don't support Trump launching this war, this way. 5. Israel has its interests, as does any nation. When our interests align, as the often do, we should work together. When they do not, we should pursue our own path. (I also have many criticisms of the policies of the current Israeli government.) We are security partners, which serves our interests, but we can also disagree. Israel's security is an important US interest. But we also have leverage in this relationship, and it is completely legitimate for us to use it. 6. Trump launched this war without clear strategic objectives, adequate assessment of and preparation for the risks, and without any attempt to inform the American people of what we are doing and why, or seek the support of Congress or key allies. It's his decision, and he bears responsibility for it, no one else. 7. The U.S. military has performed brilliantly, at both the military strategic and operational levels. They will always have my support. Commanders have been straight with the American people about the military objectives they have been tasked to pursue. But the strategic objective they need from our political leaders (is it regime change?) remains muddled. 8. The war's early successes in taking out Iranian leaders and degrading many Iranian power projection capabilities provided a window in week 2 for Trump to claim victory and take an off-ramp. Not a perfect end, but achieving the main military objectives before Iran (the weaker party, but one with cards to play), could impose higher costs. He likely missed that opportunity, now that Iran is blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Of course that can't be allowed, but the costs of reversing it -- in blood and treasure, global economic damage, reduced readiness to deal with challenges from China and Russia -- and with minimal allied help, may be very steep. 9. It was predictable that strikes on Iranian energy facilities (by US or Israel) would lead to Iranian strikes on Gulf energy facilities. Even if the intent was to message Iran that their energy industry could be at risk if they don't open the Strait, that's a costly and needless escalation. But it is totally unjustified for Iran to strike Gulf nations who have been non-combatants in this war. 10. I served in the Pentagon, coordinating Middle East policy during wartime. I know how the IDF and CENTCOM work together. An Israeli strike on the South Pars gas field was unwise. But it could not have been carried out without U.S. knowledge, and explicit or implicit approval. 11. There is a narrow window following the Israeli and Iranian strikes, and Trump's Truth Social Post (untrue, but possibly useful in this context), to deescalate away from further strikes on energy industry targets in either direction. That will still leave a very challenging situation to unwind, but would be the best near term development. 12. If you've read this far, have a good night.

Utter bullshit. A race-baiting, fear-mongering, xenophobic lie. The primary driver of our debt is Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid - paying for retirement & health care for the American people who are living longer & longer is the primary cause of our debt. There’s not even a close second. But team Trump would rather lie and blame brown & black immigrants.

The Biden DOJ went after Live Nation with an antitrust case in conjunction with 40 states. Live Nation donated $500K to Trump’s inaugural fund and unsurprisingly, his DOJ lets them off with a small fine so they can continue screwing the public. Kid Rock voted for this.

ICE deport father of active duty sailor in the U.S. Navy—who is right now fighting in the war against Iran. "My sister is in the military serving this country, and they still deported him and left us all alone." Jessica is aboard U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln deployed in Arabian Sea. Her father Humberto had worked with 2 different lawyers to do things the right way—applying for citizenship based on his daughter's service in the military. #DemsUnited

1000s of people are dead—including 6 U.S. servicemembers—and the White House is posting Call of Duty clips interlaced with actual footage of them killing people. War is not a meme. And we deserve to be governed by serious people, not social media trolls.

Republican Rep. Nancy Mace quickly pivoted to asking Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, ‘What is a woman’ after he brought up two Minnesotans who died at the hands of ICE, referring to Renee Good and Alex Pretti. He fired back, saying, ‘I’m not here to be your prop for your obsession.’

@Scaramucci @alexkasprak How many more Scaramuccis is this bit going to last

Kristi Noem lasts 37.2 Scaramucci’s

You can oppose the Israeli government without being Anti-Semitic. People on the left and the right will each think this applies to the other side.

This morning I called James and congratulated him on becoming the Senate nominee. Texas is primed to turn blue and we must remain united because this is bigger than any one person. This is about the future of all 30 million Texans and getting America back on track. With the primary behind us, Democrats must rally around our nominees and win. I’m committed to doing my part and will continue working to elect democrats up and down the ballot.

@sunnyright @EWErickson Yes. I’m liberal. I am screeching

Can I expect a national screeching session from the left, media, Bulwarkian right, and Democracy Experts on how this is dangerous? If not, why not?

@EWErickson I agree - which is why I am pro-choice

I have no idea why it is anyone’s business how many children someone else decides to have.

This is great, but I hate that it takes a retirement announcement for GOP lawmakers to speak this defiantly about January 6.

Khamenei was the epitome of evil. For decades, he oversaw the torture, imprisonment, and murder of countless Iranians who dared to demand freedom. American blood is on his hands as well. No one should mourn him and his death is a relief. But removing one man does not dismantle a brutal regime. Military force alone will not secure a democratic future for the Iranian people, and it risks putting U.S. troops in further danger if there is no serious plan for what comes next. An action of this magnitude demands strategy, clarity, and a credible path forward. I want nothing more than a free Iran and safety and security for innocent Iranians. That requires more than force. It requires seriousness, accountability, and a real plan to support the Iranian people in determining their own future.

I’m breakin rocks in the hot sun I fought the dong and the:

107 days until Iran's first World Cup match is scheduled to kick off in Los Angeles.