Julie Zebrak

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There’s only ONE WEEK until New Jersey's voter registration deadline on October 14.

Let’s make sure all of our voices are heard. Visit NJ.gov/vote to confirm your registration and make your plan to vote on or before November 4.

Abigail Spanberger comments on Axios story, "Furloughed federal workers aren't guaranteed compensation for their forced time off during the government shutdown, according to a draft White House memo..."

"Donald Trump is using his government shutdown to wreak havoc on Virginians — whether it's firing them or withholding pay. We will win in November — and come January, we will finally have a Governor who will stand up to this chaos." - @spanbergerforva.bsky.social bluevirginia.us/2025/10/virg...

Mikie Sherrill believes every child should have a quality education. While Jack Ciattarelli has a record of pushing for school funding cuts. If you care about strong schools, safe classrooms & a future where every student can thrive, register to vote - the deadline is October 14th #VoteNJ

Federal workers not entitled to back pay after shutdown, budget office claims Federal workers may not be entitled to back pay after the government shutdown ends, the Trump administration’s budget office wrote in a new draft memo obtained by The Washington Post, ratcheting up te...

The assault continues — claiming no backpay allowed. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

Here at home, we must continue our work to combat antisemitism and religious hate and make our communities safe and welcoming for all.

My heart is with all those who lost loved ones and particularly the hostages still in captivity. We must work to bring home the hostages, end the humanitarian crisis, and reach a lasting ceasefire to bring peace to the region.

Today marks two years since the vicious Hamas terrorist attacks of October 7th. More than 1,200 people were killed and 251 were taken hostage, where tragically, too many still remain. It has also been two years of war in Gaza, setting off a humanitarian crisis and devastating the region.

The National Failure at the Heart of the Jeffrey Epstein Story It is a great challenge to pay sustained attention to any one of the onslaught of moral or legal indignities unfolding in this moment.

New (& important) from @dahlialithwick.bsky.social @mimirocah1.bsky.social Rachel Foster & me slate.com/news-and-pol...

Trump’s Immigration Push Diverts U.S. Agents From Drug, Money and Sex-Crime Cases Federal investigators are resigning, and morale is low, as they juggle complex cases and detain migrants.

Drug crimes and sex crimes left unchecked while Trump admin terrorizes immigrants. www.wsj.com/politics/pol...

It's a pretty big deal that the NYC Bar Association--one of the most prominent and respected bar associations in the country--is accusing the President of ordering the "unlawful summary execution," i.e. murder--of civilians in violation of US and international law. www.nycbar.org/press-releas...

👀 Marjorie Taylor Greene breaks with Republicans on Obamacare funding, saying she’s not a fan of the law but demands action to prevent a premium hike. “I’m absolutely disgusted that health insurance premiums will DOUBLE if the tax credits expire this year.” She says GOP leaders don’t have a plan.

Democrats must stay on message with the shutdown When the shutdown ends, the responsibility for the healthcare catastrophe will be clear.

My latest at The Contrarian

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No evidence fire at South Carolina judge's home was arson 'at this time,' law enforcement says The cause of the fire is not yet known, but Democrats were quick to blame the right after the judge had ruled against the Trump administration.

NEW: No evidence fire at South Carolina judge's home was arson 'at this time,' law enforcement says

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Jack is an expert tax-raiser, voting to raise your taxes at every level of government.

See for yourself:

Trump Administration to Withhold $18 Billion for N.Y.C. Infrastructure

Donald Trump is targeting New Jersey.

By halting funding for the Gateway Tunnel, he’s punishing NJ families, from commuters to union workers.

He may be willing to sabotage our economy to score political points, but I’ll fight tooth and nail against this MAGA attack.
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Elección a la gubernatura de Nueva Jersey: “Los Latinos Preguntan: Mikie Sherrill y Jack Ciattarelli Responden” El próximo 6 y 7 de octubre, los candidatos a la gubernatura de Nueva Jersey participaran en el foro "Los Latinos Preguntan" de Univision en donde responderan a los votantes latinos sobre distintos te...

Asegúrese de ver el foro "Latinos Preguntan" en Univision hoy a las 7 de la tarde. Fue un placer escuchar y responder a las preguntas de los votantes Latinos sobre los temas que les importan, como la seguridad publica, los costos de la vivienda, y las facturas de servicios públicos.

Hundreds of ex-DOJ staffers accuse Pam Bondi of putting Trump over the constitution The former staffers warn that the Justice Department is failing its mission in an open letter released Monday.

JUST IN: Hundreds of ex-DOJ staffers demand oversight ahead of Pam Bondi hearing, amid widespread questions about the department's decisions to target Trump's political foes such as former FBI director James Comey.

Trump pushing Israel and Hamas for Gaza deal within days "This is a great deal for Israel and for the Arab world," Trump says.

I’m old enough to remember when Kamala Harris got vitiated for saying she supported this - “the Trump administration supports a two-state solution” www.axios.com/2025/10/05/t...

Today, we released a letter signed by nearly 300 former DOJ employees who were recently pushed out.

Together, we sound the alarm about the degradation of DOJ and warn that democracy can’t survive without the primary institution that enforces the law: bit.ly/48AnzcT

I'm cohosting a fundraiser in the DMV area next week for @drannieandrews.com, who's scheduled to perform a LindseyGrahamectomy on the United States Senate next year. If you're interested, you can DM Annie's finance director, @hreneeharvey.bsky.social, for the contribution/RSVP link.

👶Mikie Sherrill’s Affordability Agenda tackles rising food prices and child care costs. Register by Oct 14 to vote for someone who gets it. #VoteNJ

Ex-special counsel John Durham undercut case against James Comey in interview with prosecutors: Sources John Durham, who investigated the Russia probe, told prosecutors probing James Comey that had been unable to uncover evidence supporting charges against him, sources say.

Former Special Counsel John Durham undercut case against former FBI Director James Comey in an August interview with prosecutors… #legal

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BREAKING: #SCOTUS denies review of Ghislaine Maxwell's convictions for sex trafficking involving Jeffrey Epstein. No dissent or explanation.

Harmeet Dhillon (DOJ) publicly targeted this judge on Twitter a couple weeks ago.

Stephen Miller’s Own Cousin Disowned Him in Wrenching Post The top Trump aide’s cousin has become the second relative to publicly cut ties with him.

Stephen Miller’s own cousin has disowned him for becoming “the face of evil” as the architect of the Trump administration’s hardline immigration crackdown.

Trump snubs Virginia’s GOP nominee for governor even as she’s attacked as too ‘MAGA’ | CNN Politics Political circles in Virginia have watched closely to see whether Trump would endorse Winsome Earle-Sears given their complicated relationship.

I wonder why 🤔 www.cnn.com/2025/10/05/p...

SOUTH CAROLINA… “Judge Goodstein was walking on the beach when the fire started. Her husband, Arnie, was in the house with children and perhaps grandchildren. The family had to escape by jumping from a window or balcony...” www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...