Letitia James Shuts Down Trump’s Attempt To Seize NY Voter Data: No Deal, No Fear Plus, Dems deliver a 29-point swing in Texas and a slimmer GOP majority in the House Scott Dworkin Feb 2 From Texas to New York, from the Grammy stage to state capitols, people are pushing back against Trump’s chaos. Power is already shifting: our movement is flipping seats and forcing the regime onto the defensive. The future is ours—we just have to claim it. Every day, we’re busting through the MAGA noise by exposing their lies, while building the infrastructure needed to win back Congress. This is our time. If you haven’t yet, join us by upgrading to a paid subscription: FACT CHECK: NO, TRUMP IS NOT “ABSOLVED” Trump claims the Epstein files “absolve” him of any wrongdoing—even though he’s mentioned thousands of times in the documents. It’s one of the biggest lies Trump has ever told. Newly released files paint a damning picture, suggesting that Trump was in contact with Epstein five years longer than he had originally claimed. There were also documents containing disturbing allegations against Trump, even as millions of pages have yet to be released. It’s a clear cover-up. Trump could release the remaining files, but he refuses to do so. We know why. BIG UPSET IN TEXAS On Saturday night, voters in Texas delivered a stunning upset: Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a special election in a state Senate district that Trump won by 17 points in 2024. Rehmet was outspent 20-to-1, while his Republican opponent had the backing of Trump, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, and others. Rehmet still won by more than 12 points. This is another warning sign for MAGA, and a reminder that the midterm elections could be a complete disaster for them. I guess they shouldn’t have messed with Texas. A SLIMMER GOP MAJORITY IN THE HOUSE Also in Texas, Democrat Christian Menefee won a US House seat, cutting down the already slim majority for Trump’s puppet, Mike Johnson. Once he’s sworn in, Democrats will only need two Republican defections to stop any bill in its tracks. At his victory party, Rep.-elect Menefee said this to Trump: “The results here tonight are a mandate for me to work as hard as I can to oppose your agenda, to fight back against where you’re taking this country, and to investigate your crimes.” A LOUD BAD BUNNY During his Grammy acceptance speech last night, Bad Bunny had a strong message for the Trump regime: “Before I say thanks to God, I’m going to say, ICE out.” The crowd responded with a roaring standing ovation. He continued: “We’re not savage. We’re not animals. We’re not aliens. We are humans, and we are Americans.” Enjoy the Super Bowl halftime show, MAGA. (Bad Bunny is the performer.) JAMES WANTS STATES TO PUSH BACK ON ICE New York Attorney General Letitia James is showing how states can resist the DOJ’s attempts to seize their voter data. When the DOJ demanded New York’s records, James refused to negotiate, calling it “nothing more than an attempt to get information that they would not otherwise get in court.” James exposed how Trump is using ICE raids as leverage to force Minnesota to hand over their voter data: “This is nothing more than an attempt to extract … a change in [their] policies, and a change in how they operate.” With steady, unflinching defiance in the face of Trump’s tyranny, James provides a blueprint every state AG should follow: no deals, no compromises, and no bowing to authoritarian pressure. James is calling on all of us: “It’s important that individuals get out and make sure that their voices are heard.” Every day, we expose what the Trump regime is hiding and cover the stories that corporate media buries—while mobilizing massive campaigns to flip Congress this fall. We are 100% reader-funded. No dark money means no compromises, no sanewashing, and never giving the Trump regime an inch. Our independence is exactly why they want to silence us. So let’s get louder. Upgrade to a paid subscription today and fuel the fight for democracy: Onward! Scott Hit the heart/like button and restack this news to get it in front of more readers! I have two questions for you today: What do you think about Trump claiming he was “absolved” after the latest Epstein files release? Thoughts on the huge upset win in Texas? Thanks for your support! Another way to help us out is by gifting subscriptions to friends and family! You can get yours by clicking the link  For all contact Congress links, or to volunteer, you can go here: https://actionnetwork.org/forms/sign-up-for-the-watchdog-coalition Our two main actions today: New: Tell Congress to Defund ICE: https://tinyurl.com/4dtkmn47 Impeach DHS Secretary Kristi Noem: https://tinyurl.com/253mfne4 My interview from yesterday with Rep. Sarah McBride: https://tinyurl.com/a4m48jrc My interview with Rep. Robin Kelly on impeaching Noem: https://tinyurl.com/y3fx5pt2 Here are three other actions for today: Demand AG Bondi release ALL of the Epstein files now: https://tinyurl.com/yzm32ams Pass bill on unmasking ICE and displaying clear ID: https://tinyurl.com/bp8cau82 Demand answers about Trump’s visibly deteriorating health: https://tinyurl.com/sk9xm38v Also, sign up to volunteer for our Watchdog Coalition: https://tinyurl.com/4afyy2bs A FEW OF MANY COMMENTS: All of the Epstein files must be released. It is already known Donald Trump is all over the Epstein files. Impeach, Remove, Prosecute, and Incarcerate Trump! Make those GOP Listen — FLOOD THEIR ZONE !! — ACLU Letters sent to Congress 🔻STOP ICE 🔻 * NOW Sent 🔆 335,693 and counting … 🔆 Alex Pretti / Keith Porter / Renee Good 🌺 https://action.aclu.org/send-message/stop-ices-attack-our-communities?utm_ Scott Galloway’s TECH BOYCOTT recommendations to send a signal to CEOs collaborating with Trump: https://www.resistandunsubscribe.com/ * Is Your Ring Doorbell Footage Going Straight to ICE’s Massive Spy Network? — Ring partners with Flock to feed doorbell footage into federal databases used by ♦️ICE for immigration enforcement https://www.gadgetreview.com/is-your-ring-doorbell-footage-going-straight-to-ices-massive-spy-network Todd Blanche said that there will be no further indictments from the Epstein data. It can still happen if the victims will come forward and make direct accusations, because Congress is too chicken to push forward. I hope there can be accountability brought to these creepy powerful thugs. Precisely. That is why some entity other than the DOJ must file charges. I agree; all of them in trumps corner had to kiss his ring and swear they would do his bidding. The pay is good; yet with the midterms coming up we all have a chance to impeach him again and hopefully get our country back on the road to better times. Gotta love Letitia James… And please let’s get rid of ICE! It’s full of Internal Criminal Evidence!! The Texas seat wins made my day! It proves there are more of us and we need to keep GOTV, protesting , calling our MOCs etc. 1) Well, since I refer to Trump as the BLOTUS, Biggest Liar of the United States, I don't believe one word out of that rancid pie hole of his. We all know he's in the Epstein files. Thousands and thousands of times. He's a disgusting, putrid, waste of human flesh. Ick. 2) I'm hoping that the upsets in Texas are a sign of things to come. We need a big, huge, Blue Wave, all across the USA this November, and it looks as though we're on our way! Onward!!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 I LOVE the term BLOTUS!!!! Perfect! Please feel free to share it! I've been calling TRump BLOTUS since 2015. He's a pathological liar, as well as being a narcissistic sociopath. He's disgusting. Every state needs to secure their voter rolls from federal infringement. They can’t steal what they cannot find. On the first question: only in his demented mind ! If he was cognizant, I would say give that man a dictionary, but then again, he can’t/won’t read - so total waste of time ! I am excited about the wins in TX, but having family there, I know that any small step forward is like walking on jello - remain vigilant, watch your six ! With only several decades of experience there, they already learned - don’t make eye contact with anyone while driving, and when an East Texas person says, “Bless your heart !” Watch your back 🛡️And that the best indicator of bad weather is Punxsatwany Ted 🦦😆😆😆 Me too, lived in SA loved it and still have family there, so stick in the mire and some wishing for change. But if you’re still getting the court job in Texas and the company is conservative and value your livelihood you have to watch your step. Typical lie from wannabe dictator. “ICE out” new mantra! Go Texas! I used to have respect for our F.B.I. now after Allison Gill reported about a person with knowledge coming forward in 2020 in NYC on Epstein and Trump and with no follow-up investigation. I am disgusted. Why wasn't this investigated and litigated?! The coverup by J.P. Morgan too is shameful. There will be no absolution for Don-Old, his comment on the files is the ultimate 'Emporer Wearing No Clothes' attempt to continue the lies and deflection!!! Texas, the harbinger, we hope, of things to come for the Dems at midterms... Let's keep the pedal to the metal and keep moving!!!! Yes, I posted the Ochoa and Guitterez pics, if ProPublica can do it, so can I - https://thistleandmoss.com/p/the-daily-exhale-jesus-raymundo-walk-into-a-bar-then-the-shit-gets-real And then, Marge is flailing about. But lets think about this, with MTG. https://thistleandmoss.com/p/the-day-she-tried-to-undrink-the-coolaid-too-bad-she-helped-mix-the-poison "The master's tools will never dismantle the master's house." — Audre Lorde Lorde knew that working within a corrupt system rarely transforms it. This is the lesson that Marjorie was always meant to learn. Sadly she learned it too late. But here's the thing — sometimes the master's tools can be turned into evidence. Greene helped build MAGA's house, and now she's testifying about the rot in the foundation. We don't have to forgive her. We don't have to trust her. But we can use her confession as a mirror for everyone still inside: Look. This is what they think of you. This is what you're defending. Carry that into your next conversation with the family member who still believes. Not as a weapon. As a window. Trumps life is all about lies, and he’s figured out that if he says it enough, MAGAs will start to believe him. He is in the #EpsteinFiles and he is a convicted sexual predator so wake up MAGAs! I do wonder why some of his victims haven’t stood up and exposed him yet but fear is probably be the reason. Wow, even TX may be turning! They have gerrymandered for years and knocked out Democratic elections so it’s time for Dems and Independents to take back their votes I absolutely LOVE the fact that the democratic winner of the seat in Texas was outspent by 20-1! That shows that money doesn't always get you what you want. Money does talk! And that 20-1 figure says that people CAN make a difference with their vote instead of $$$. Now, with that said, I do believe we need more common sense election spending laws put in place. PINO is a low life, criminal, liar. He will can say whatever he wants, we The People, know the truth. If he was able to be resolved of any wrong doing he would have released those files on day of his presidency.....but he knows that the horrors contained within those files, hopefully, will most likely put him behind bars, but at the very least, force him out of office....hopefully out of our country! Way to go Letitia James!!! You Go Girl! ust saw this the other day on Heather Cox Richardson (she interviewed the head guy) https://americanpromise.net/ It's about getting money out of politics! We should NOT allow any and NO lobbying either! We should follow Australia's example of everyone MUST vote or they are fined! Just because this administration is delusional, it doesn’t mean we all are! They’re definitely not playing with full decks of cards. While the news from Texas is wonderful as we work our way toward November 2026, we must continue to be vigilant to be sure DC keeps their hands off of our ballots. The recent defiance from the Grammys and NY keep our dissent active. Thank the gods for the outspoken who reach wide audiences. Thanks, too, for all of these, Scott….💙💙 Trump is first and foremost a corrupt liar and a pedophile who refuses to see his own guilt, because he's sick. No surprise he says he's exonerated. He's also demented. He should be arrested. As far as the Texas wins, glad to see and raises my hope for that state. Good for them!