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Alternate headline: Republicans in Washington are responsible for 85,000 Pennsylvanians losing their health coverage so far this year.

Hitting some local turf in the frigid cold to make sure people send fellow Dormonster @jenforpa.bsky.social to Harrisburg on February 24! Thanks to Brandon and Kate Ledford for hosting the canvass kickoff!

If you’re in HD42 be sure to send in your mail ballots ASAP if you haven’t already!

Major props to Oakmont Borough here.

In response to ICE activity, Dormont last fall reiterated its policy of non-involvement with federal immigration enforcement. It’s good to see other municipalities take similar stances in response to blatant trampling of basic rights.

Scoop: Deluzio presses ICE after Oakmont arrest U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio is pressing ICE after federal agents detained an Oakmont man last week.

I'm demanding answers to basic questions about the arrest and detention of Oakmont resident Jose Flores in front of his 8-year old daughter and other ICE activities in our area last month. [1/3]

From Lancaster Online: Six state Senate races to watch in 2026 Political analysts consulted for this story said there were six Senate districts, where past margins were less than or around 10%, are vulnerable in swing election years. All incumbents facing reelection won their seats in 2022, except for Democrat James Malone in District 36, which held a special election earlier this year. Odd-numbered districts are not up for reelection next year. Republicans hold a 27-23 majority in the Senate. The ones that could flip are all in eastern Pennsylvania.

I’m here to remind you after yesterday’s 31-point(!!) swing in Tarrant County, Texas…

Pennsylvania’s state senate is still held by Republicans, as it has been since 1993.

We have a real shot to change that in 2026 — though it’s all in eastern PA.

ICE operation in Oakmont leads to local father’s arrest Harriett Flores thought Thursday was going to be like any other day. She and her husband, Jose, were getting ready for work as their 8-year-old daughter, Lily, prepared for school in their Oakmont hom...

Employed? Valid work visa? Was going to be granted asylum in the U.S.? No criminal record?

Didn’t matter. Jose Flores was still kidnapped by ICE.

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The Trump administration is planning to move Gregory Bovino, the official in charge of President Trump’s Border Patrol operations and the face of on-the-ground immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, out of the city, officials said. nyti.ms/4q1o4S7

Please share. We need mail and email to @fetterman.senate.gov asking him to retract this ridiculous statement and stand tall against this lawlessness in the funding vote. For the sake of Renee Good and Alex Pretti do not write off his vote!

What I don’t need to hear from elected officials: calls to abolish ICE are “divisive.”

What’s divisive is masked federal agents executing American citizens in the streets with impunity.

It was never about immigration enforcement.

It’s -9 degrees. Downtown Minneapolis is packed for the anti-ICE rally and the crowd keeps growing

A graphic with a statement that reads: “My ‘no’ vote today is because I do not think the Congress should authorize public money to a department that is being run without proper oversight, accountability, or regard for the rule of law without addressing those issues. “There are real guardrails we need to put around the conduct of ICE in this moment, and I do not think this bill does that.”

My statement on why I just voted "No" on the Department of Homeland Security spending bill ⤵️

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says An Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo obtained by The Associated Press reveals that the agency allows immigration officers to forcibly enter homes to make arrests without a judicial warrant.

BREAKING: Immigration officers are asserting sweeping power to enter homes without a judge’s warrant, a memo obtained by AP says.

A brisk walk in Lebo this afternoon to let people know about the special election next month for HD42! 🥶 ✊🏻

If you’re in Baldwin, Dormont, Lebo, Castle Shannon, or Upper St. Clair, please let your neighbors know to get out there on 2/24 to send @jenforpa.bsky.social to Harrisburg!

Was an honor to speak at @jenforpa.bsky.social’s official campaign launch at a packed Moonlit Burgers tonight in Dormont!

Thanks to all local officials and members of the County House Delegation for appearing tonight as we gear up for the Feb. 24 special election! Let’s get to work 💪🏻 💙

@jenforpa.bsky.social speaking about her platform and hopes for the district

Aerion Abney, Allegheny County delegation chair, and @riegerforpa.bsky.social introducing our next State House rep in HD-42

A beautiful vigil this afternoon in Mt. Lebanon in remembrance of Renee Good.

We’re in a pretty dark place where government sanctioned violence can take the lives of innocent Americans. But it’s heartening to see that the good that is out there will always outshine the hate.

Pledging to support Pittsburgh journalism beyond the Blocks I think workers should be treated with dignity and respect. I know Pittsburgh deserves quality journalism. That's why I'm joining members of the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh and signing this pledge t...

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Never mind the fact that shutting down what used to be one of the country’s best newspapers conveniently comes after the courts ruled against the Blocks’ illegal labor practices.

This is a tragedy for those workers and the region.

Federal authorities rounding up and/or shooting citizens, unilaterally/preemptively kidnapping a head of state, trying to acquire Greenland.

This administration is unhinged from and completely untethered to any sort of constitutional and moral authority it’s hard to comprehend.

The video circulating shows that the DHS’s statement is a blatant lie.

Federally appointed agents are haphazardly killing Americans in the streets with no restraint or threat of prosecution.

Incredibly proud to stand all afternoon with our nominee and next rep for HD42 @jenforpa.bsky.social!!

Jen checks every box imaginable for what you want in a public servant. She’ll be a tireless advocate for working people in the South Hills. Let’s get to work to keep HD42 in blue hands! 💪🏻 💙

The same weekend healthcare costs skyrocket for millions of Americans, the President of the United States unilaterally and unconstitutionally and without congressional approval begins regime change of a foreign power in the middle of the night.

2025 brought us challenges, successes, and joyous moments alike. Let’s make 2026 a great one. Happy New Year! 🥂

Wishing a happy and joyous Christmas to all yinz who celebrate!

How does Pittsburgh have 20,000 vacant homes — and a housing shortage? One block in Pittsburgh’s Knoxville neighborhood shows how a legacy of population decline and neglect has allowed homes to decay and neighbors to suffer.

New story: How does Pittsburgh have 20,000 vacant homes — and a housing shortage?

I show you one block in the Knoxville neighborhood to tell you why. www.publicsource.org/pittsburgh-h...