Donald Trump and Sean Hannity Set Off a Wave of Disinformation After Iran Bombing Trumpworld has been trying to spin the US military’s bombing of Iran as a complete and total victory, even as independent experts and MAGA loyalists object.

Minutes after we published this article, Sean Hannity removed a video from his Instagram account that falsely claimed to show an explosion at the Fordow nuclear facility in Iran.

The post had been up since Saturday night and viewed over 5 million times

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Interview with a Vampire: a case study in clever costume design Matilda Barker argues that Interview with a Vampire's costuming is a lesson in aesthetic and narrative harmony

#InterviewWithTheVampire #iwtv #iwtvsky

“The use of costume design within the series illuminates and visualises the conflicts of perception, control, and interiority”.

— Varsity, “Interview with the Vampire: a case study in clever costume design”, 2024

🔗: www.varsity.co.uk/film-and-tv/...

My statement on the unjustified arrest of NYC Comptroller Brad Lander by the Trump administration.

Another day, another shocking example of overreach by this administration.

A nightmare. 🙏🏾

An old photograph of Doug Emhoff with his young children, Cole and Ella.

Happy Father's Day to all of the fathers, stepfathers, uncles, godfathers, grandfathers, and friends who raise us with pride, joy, and endless laughter.

And to Dougie, my best friend and a wonderful dad: Thank you for everything you do for our family. We love you.

All the credit that Tim Walz got as a VP candidate for good stuff that Minnesota has done? Melissa Hortman (and a bunch of other women) led the hard fight to get bills on his desk and make it politically safe for him to sign.

The most consequential Speaker in state history.

At least 4 MAGA terrorist attacks took place in the United States targeting peaceful protestors & lawmakers on Saturday, one assassination, a shooting into a crowd, and two car rammings. Other MAGA showed up at protests attempting to intimidate people. MAGA is a terrorist group.

Australian deported from US says he was ‘targeted’ due to writing on pro-Palestine student protests Alistair Kitchen says he was detained and questioned about views on Israel and Palestine before being deported from LA to Melbourne

This kind of surveillance and censorship is now ubiquitous in the United States and not just at the border. Someone should publish a letter in Harper’s about it.
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Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman was a friend who worked with Gabby to stop gun violence. We’re thinking of her children, who've now lost both their parents, and we’re praying for Sen. Hoffman and his wife, who are still fighting for their lives.

Stay strong.

H/t to Toni on my bookers.

Barber: A would be king has ordered U.S. troops to occupy Los Angeles and parade down the streets of Washington DC. We are here to say that is not who we are

THE FIRST MEXICAN AMERICAN TO WIN A BRAM STOKER AWARD — PEDRO INIGUEZ @pedroiniguez.bsky.social

Superior Achievement in Poetry for Mexicans on the Moon!!!

A Democratic legislator was assassinated; right-wing influencers coughed out disinformation • Minnesota Reformer Right-wing influencers marred Hortman’s death and smeared Walz on a pile of lies.

A Democratic legislator was assassinated; right-wing influencers coughed out disinformation minnesotareformer.com/2025/06/14/a...

Pope Leo Delivers First Public Address to an American Audience

Pope Leo Delivers First Public Address to an American Audience
“Recognize that God is present,” he said in a recorded video to a crowd gathered at the home stadium of the White Sox.
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YouTube video by KARE 11 Shooting suspect's roommate says he was a Trump voter

Vance Boelter’s roomate and best friend since 4th Grade says the suspected shooter was a Trump supporter who voted for Trump in this last election. youtu.be/gaiQipc64_M

Rep. Melissa Hortman, killed in targeted attack, was a champion for Minnesotan families Hortman worked closely with Gov. Tim Walz to enact policies that prioritized children and expanded protections for abortion and gender-affirming care

When Tim Walz became Kamala Harris's running mate, progressives highlighted policies passed. It could not have been possible without Melissa Hortman.
-Free school breakfast and lunch
-Restoring voting rights for felons
-Paid leave
Great piece by @gracepanetta.bsky.social
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I am devastated by the loss of Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, in a horrifying act of violence. Our prayers are with their children and all who loved them, and with State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, who were also targeted.

Martin Luther King III: Yes, we're deeply troubled by efforts to use fear as a weapon, to use immigration as a scapegoat, to silence the voice of the people through martial force. But we are not afraid, we are not intimidated, and we will not be moved.

The culture of violence that has been created by political extremists in this country must end.

Can’t believe we’ve lost Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. She was a consummate Speaker who led her caucus brilliantly and achieved so much for Minnesota. I’ve campaigned with Melissa throughout the state and was forever impressed by her levelheaded, yet passionate, leadership. (1/2)

Political violence is always unacceptable. This is a horrifying day for Minnesota, and a sad day for America. What has occurred is a direct attack on our American values and democracy.

Minnesota Lawmakers Shot in “Politically Motivated Assassination" Attack By Man Dressed As Police Officer Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were killed, while Sen. John Hoffman and wife Yvette were wounded in separate overnight shootings in Minnesota. A manhunt is underway.

Minnesota lawmakers shot in “politically motivated assassination" attack by man dressed as police officer

My heart is broken this morning learning of the politically motivated attacks on two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.

I am mourning the lives lost and praying for the healing of the survivors.

We must stand united against political violence.

San Diego Union-Tribune Faces Accusations Of Editorial Censorship After Firing Hispanic Editor For Op-Ed On ICE Raids A former San Diego Union-Tribune editor says she was fired after owners blocked an editorial on ICE protests, raising censorship concerns.

The @sandiegouniontribune.com, now owned by PE equity firm Alden, fired Hispanic editor after she wrote an Op Ed crticial of ICE,which it did not publish www.sandiegoville.com/2025/06/san-...

Seeing the reporting out of Minnesota, and my heart is crushed for the families of those killed and shot. their families and those who loved them.

My prayer is that these monsters are caught promptly.

I’m horrified by the murder of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. This is a tragedy for Minnesota and our nation. Praying for Senator John Hoffman and his wife’s recovery. Political violence has no place in America.

Statement from DNC Chair Ken Martin on the targeted murder of Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and the shooting of Senator John Hoffman, which includes the following: 'This morning, like so many Minnesotans, my heart is broken. My family—and our entire DFL community—are devastated to learn of the targeted, senseless murders of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, along with the attack on Senator John Hoffman and Yvette Hoffman. Melissa, Mark, John, and Yvette—these are not just names, and this is not just politics. These are people. They’re longtime friends to me and Jenn and so many others in Minnesota. They have children, loved ones, neighbors, and friends. Speaker Hortman was a leader in every sense of the word—from ushering in free lunch for our kids, to protecting women’s rights and reproductive care, to standing up for Minnesota families.'

Continuation of the statement from DNC Chair Ken Martin on the targeted murder of Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and the shooting of Senator John Hoffman, which includes the following: 'Jenn and I also pray for the swift recoveries of Senator John Hoffman and Yvette Hoffman, and thank the medical personnel who operated quickly and tended to their injuries. For the Hortmans’ family, friends, loved ones, for the DFL community, and for all Minnesotans, our souls ache today. This senseless violence must end. These heinous murders are a reflection of the extremism and political violence that have been fomented in our country. Lawmakers should be able to do their job without fear for their lives. I thank the law enforcement officers and first responders for their ongoing efforts to catch the perpetrator who committed this heinous act.'

Chair @kenmartin.bsky.social's full statement on the targeted murder of Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and the shooting of Senator John Hoffman:

I’m shocked and outraged by the acts of political violence that unfolded in Minnesota overnight. I mourn the loss of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, and I pray for the recovery of Senator John Hoffman and his wife.