K. Clarkson

We’re at peak greed when the president brags about 24k gold décor for the White House while cutting commissaries, healthcare, and social nets. A palace of glitter for him, an empty pantry and hospital bill for you.

Donald Trump’s trade war is killing rural America. Our farmers are buying necessities for higher prices and can’t even profit off a bushel of wheat, since countries turn away from Trump’s insane economic policy. #mtpol

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The level of investment in new detention centers requires finding ways to fill them. So we will criminalize whatever is necessary to fill them. See also prisons.

Yesterday we posted about the Trump administration shutting down the LGBTQ+ youth crisis line, the “press 3” option on 988 is officially gone. The Trevor Project is stepping up to help fill the gap, and they could really use some support right now. If you’re able, please consider donating! 🏳️‍🌈 💛

From masked anonymous police to unnamed prosecutors. The pieces are falling into place quickly for what, exactly?

Wrapped myself in their words yesterday; gutted at this world’s enormous loss…

Good Grief Let your heart break so your spirit doesn’t.

Andrea Gibson. Poet. Powerhouse. Beacon of hope. Lover of life and the world. You will be missed forever 13/8/1975-14/7/2025

Government can’t function without people working in it, folks.

Sounds like ICE killed a guy and then held american citizens hostage at gunpoint until they agreed to destroy the evidence

Bill would fund school meals for families who can't pay • Daily Montanan Proponents said bill funding school meals would help children learn, school administrators avoid calling families to collect unpaid meal debts

A great bill for Montanan families, vetoed by the Governor. #mtpol #mtleg
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Best Beginnings bill to expand scholarship to child care workers vetoed • Daily Montanan Gov. Gianforte vetoed a bill that would have made child care workers eligible for the Best Beginnings scholarship for their own children.

“I’m disappointed in the governor’s decision to veto this bipartisan, fiscally responsible bill — and frustrated on behalf of my constituents who are struggling to afford childcare." - Karlen on veto of Best Beginnings bill. @keilaszpaller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2025/06/20/b... #mtpol #mtleg

Musk’s team was caught using a customized version of the Grok chatbot, without approval, to sift through sensitive government data inside the Department of Homeland Security. They used a modified version in an attempt to hide the fact that they were doing it.

This is what an authoritarian regime would do. Hidden deep in Trump’s 1,100-page bill that passed the House today is a provision that would block federal courts from enforcing contempt charges against government officials who violate court orders.

YouTube video by Congresswoman Sarah McBride House Republicans just passed their budget with the largest cut to Medicaid in American history

It’s now past 7 am and House Republicans just passed their heinous budget with the largest cut to Medicaid in American history.

The bill heads to the Senate now. But this fight is not over.

Gov. Gianforte has vetoed House Bill 271. HB 271 would have ensured accountability for THE GOVERNOR, reaffirming that the Governor's Office is subject to right to know laws.

Gov. Gianforte has vetoed House Bill 881. HB 881 would have allowed parents with medically fragile children to purchase Medicaid coverage for in-home care. 44 other states do so.

Gov. Gianforte has vetoed House Bill 880. HB 880 would have stabilized Montana Medicaid, reserving unused Medicaid funds for future economic instability - protecting access to care.

Gov. Gianforte has vetoed House Bill 607. HB 607 would have required health insurance companies to cover care relating to hearing loss treatment, including hearing aids.

Greedy Gov. Gianforte couldn’t make his priorities more clear – and it’s not accountability, accessibility, or funding public services. His veto of a bill holding his office accountable to the public loudly demonstrates the sheer disregard he has for the people he claims to represent. (1/2) #mtpol

This is fascism.

Hell is not, Jeff... and there's no lemonade...

A man on a hill with a light saber looking at the silhouettes of 4 incoming TIE fighters against the sun.

Star Wars taught me more of a moral code than any Bible verse. The power of Hope, the importance of Friendship and Loyalty, embracing Diversity and Acceptance, the perils of Hubris and Arrogance—and the balance between Light and Dark…

Stay on target, my friends… and May the 4th be with you. Always.

History matters

Despite promises of cuts from Trump and Elon, the U.S. spent about $220 billion more in the first 100 days than it did last year. We’re spending far more and getting far less. So where is all the money going?

"Know Your Protest Rights. You don't need a permit to protest in response to breaking news and you don't need a permit to march in the streets or along sidewalks, as long as you're not obstructing traffic or access to buildings.When you are lawfully present in any public space, you have the right to photograph anything in plain view, including federal buildings and the police.If you believe your rights have been violated, when you can, write down everything you remember, get contact information for witnesses, and take photographs of any injuries.If you get stopped by the police, ask if you're free to go. If they say yes, calmly walk away.If you get arrested, you have a right to ask why. Otherwise, say you wish to remain silent and ask for a lawyer immediately. Don't sign, say or agree to anything without a lawyer present.If you get stopped by a member of the military or any law enforcement office at a protest, you have the right to remain silent or to tell them that you'll only answer questions in the presence of an attorney-no matter your citizenship or immigration status.”

Dark blue background with text: "Know Your Rights When Interacting With Immigration Agents. If you’re in a public space, you can ask if you're free to leave. If so, you can calmly walk away.You have the right to remain silent, even if you’re arrested. You do not have to discuss your immigration status with anyone. If you’re arrested, you can say that you wish to remain silent until speaking with a lawyer.You have the right to refuse consent to a search.If you have valid immigration documents, you’re required to show them. Never provide fake documents.You have the right to record your interaction with immigration agents as long as you do not interfere.If you’re at home, you do not have to open the door. ICE agents may not enter unless they have a warrant signed by a judge (have them slip it under the door). If they force their way in, do not resist, but you can remain silent."Know Your Rights. White ACLU logo.

If you're protesting this May Day, know your rights.

Folks, we cannot stand by while the government destroys our communities. There is no questioning that it's past time for us to think long term - what will stop the Trump regime? Protests are just the start. We have to prepare to strike.

#MTpol #Montana #MTleg #MTnews

Judge takes up gender-affirming care arguments in Missoula County District Court • Daily Montanan Judge Jason Marks takes up gender-affirming care arguments in Missoula County District Court in Cross vs. State.

“Under Montana law, this is literally the only treatment that a child cannot give informed consent to … Why do you think that’s a defensible position?” - Judge Marks in a hearing on a ban on gender-affirming care. @keilaszpaller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2025/04/24/j... #mtpol #mtleg #montana

Mental health workers go on hunger strike, demanding better pay and benefits After months of striking, some therapists with Kaiser Permanente stopped eating for five days to bring attention to their union's demands for parity with how the company's other workers are treated.

After months of striking, some therapists with Kaiser Permanente stopped eating for five days to bring attention to their union's demands for parity with how the company's other workers are treated.

@maddow.msnbc.com Hands Off, Auburn,Ca I’m standing next to the first female to fly a combat helicopter.