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Journalist working in Southern California. Senior editor of Southern California News Group's crime and public safety team. Previously focused on audience and digital subscriptions. Dad.

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Richard Beam's job as an ICE
spokesperson changed one day in 2025.

For the first time in his 20-year career as a federal spokesperson, Beam was told to respond to inquiries not with the facts of a case, but with spin. Criticize the Biden administration. Praise Trump. Omit information that doesn't fit the political narrative. Whether or not he answered any questions about a case was an afterthought.

Richard Beam's job as an ICE spokesperson changed one day in 2025. For the first time in his 20-year career as a federal spokesperson, Beam was told to respond to inquiries not with the facts of a case, but with spin. Criticize the Biden administration. Praise Trump. Omit information that doesn't fit the political narrative. Whether or not he answered any questions about a case was an afterthought.

In response to Beam's claims that he received instructions to engage in political messaging, DHS provided a written statement.

"This is nothing more than complaining by a former disgruntled employee. President Biden let in millions of criminal illegal aliens and unvetted individuals into the U.S. Now, under President Trump and Secretary Kristi Noem we are delivering on the President's mandate to arrest the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens including murderers, rapists, pedophiles, terrorists, and gang members."

In response to Beam's claims that he received instructions to engage in political messaging, DHS provided a written statement. "This is nothing more than complaining by a former disgruntled employee. President Biden let in millions of criminal illegal aliens and unvetted individuals into the U.S. Now, under President Trump and Secretary Kristi Noem we are delivering on the President's mandate to arrest the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens including murderers, rapists, pedophiles, terrorists, and gang members."

SCOOP: a former ICE spokesperson detailed the instructions he received to push Trump’s political propaganda instead of the truth.

DHS’ response proved his claims.

Theres more to the story, read it here:
www.dailynews.com/2026/01/29/f...

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Minneapolis Live Updates: Videos Appear to Contradict Federal Account of Killing

www.nytimes.com/live/2026/us...

24.01.2026 23:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tyler Skaggs jury considering $75 million to $115 million verdict before Angels settled with family The jury was in the beginning stages of assigning responsibility and damages, which could have totaled over $100 million, before deliberations were halted.

The Angels settled with the Skaggs family today after it appeared the jury was planning to rule against them.

www.ocregister.com/2025/12/19/t...

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Angels’ Mike Trout testifies about Eric Kay’s behavior, clubhouse bets and warning from staffer before Tyler Skaggs death Trout acknowledged that he was uncomfortable testifying in court. His answers were generally brief and to the point.

Angels' Mike Trout testifies he suspected staffer was on drugs before Tyler Skaggs death, details clubhouse bets and more. Our story: www.ocregister.com/2025/10/21/a...

21.10.2025 20:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

That's the best baseball game played by any player ever. Period. Send it to Cooperstown.

6+ shutout and 3 home runs in a clinching NLCS game to send your team to the World Series. It's Reggie Jackson combined with Justin Verlander. #ohtani #dodgers #mlb

18.10.2025 02:59 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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OC Board of Supes majority says no to discussion on having review if more pets are registered to vote A Costa Mesa woman was charged last week for allegations she registered her dog to vote and casting two ballots in the dog’s name.

Because I know you were wondering. The women who registered her pets to vote in Orange County was a registered Republican but registered her pets as no party preference. www.ocregister.com/2025/09/09/o...

09.09.2025 23:47 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Political Awakening of the Oyster Farmer Gunning for Susan Collins Graham Platner’s campaign launch has been a sudden sensation. But what he’s building now is rooted in the work of a lifetime.

This story has it all: aquaculture, Black Flag, Bernie Sanders, Star Trek as policy, John Hodgman, male tears, and a candidate citing Luthen’s monologue from Andor.

Meet Graham Platner, the Maine oysterman trying to crack the senate. @grahamformaine.bsky.social

newrepublic.com/article/1996...

29.08.2025 11:52 β€” πŸ‘ 5350    πŸ” 1492    πŸ’¬ 133    πŸ“Œ 313
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Mysterious 2010 death of Colton 4-year-old re-examined after clues emerge in missing-persons cases Parents had β€˜signed over’ Timothy Thomas’ custody to leaders of a religious order under investigation in the disappearance of 2 ex-congregants.

There are two people who have gone missing in recent years connected to a church in Hemet and now a third case has been tied to the same church www.sbsun.com/2025/08/28/m...

29.08.2025 04:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Father of missing baby Emmanuel denies son was victim of long-term abuse in exclusive jailhouse interview Haro otherwise would not address his role in the disappearance. He said wife Rebecca is innocent. Both have been charged with murder.

In an exclusive jailhouse interview with the @pressenterprise.bsky.social, Jake Haro says he would tell his missing son, Emmanuel: 'I love you, buddy'

www.pressenterprise.com/2025/08/27/f...

27.08.2025 23:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Officials aware of tree decay prior to branch collapse that killed boy in Calabasas, records show Text messages show a tree care worker recommended taking steps to reduce risk just one day before the fatal accident.

Text messages and documents obtained by SCNG show officials had recently treated a tree for decay and expressed concern for broader decay and needed treatment just a day before a branch fell and killed an 8-year-old boy at a King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas. www.dailynews.com/2025/08/14/o...

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US Air Force to deny retirement pay to transgender service members being separated from the service The U.S. Air Force has decided to deny early retirement options for transgender service members with 15 to 18 years of service.

BREAKING: The U.S. Air Force has decided to deny early retirement options for transgender service members with 15 to 18 years of service.

07.08.2025 19:39 β€” πŸ‘ 466    πŸ” 273    πŸ’¬ 121    πŸ“Œ 251
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Trump’s Domestic Use of Military Set to Get Worse, Leaked Memo Shows A Department of Homeland Security memo obtained by TNR signals top-level discussions about a potential escalation of the Pentagon’s domestic anti-immigration role, and lays out new details.

NEWS --> An internal Homeland Security memo suggests Trump's use of military for domestic enforcement is about to get worse. It details top-level talks between Defense Department and DHS on what this should look like. Experts say it's alarming.

We obtained the memo:
newrepublic.com/article/1987...

02.08.2025 11:06 β€” πŸ‘ 4234    πŸ” 2494    πŸ’¬ 285    πŸ“Œ 382

Every day my son comes home for summer camp we get to play a fun game of is it tan or is it dirt?

30.07.2025 04:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Exclusive: Hundreds at Alligator Alcatraz have no criminal charges, Miami Herald learns Descriptions of the Everglades detention center as a place for violent criminals tell only part of the story.

250 people detained in the Florida Everglades have no criminal convictions or pending charges.

13.07.2025 13:18 β€” πŸ‘ 4008    πŸ” 1907    πŸ’¬ 194    πŸ“Œ 191
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Mistaken reports of ICE raids are stoking fear, troubling law enforcement in Southern California β€˜Societal paranoia’ is prompting people to see immigration enforcement where there is none, an expert says. Even Disneyland is not immune.

Whether it is societal paranoia or a lack of transparency by the federal government or both, false ICE reports are rampant and it is causing problems for local police and immigrant groups www.ocregister.com/2025/07/08/m...

08.07.2025 22:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I obtained this from a community member minutes after arriving on scene following a raid at the Cypress Park Home Depot this morning. they detained day laborers.

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β€˜I feel betrayed,’ U.S. Marine says of seeing his father punched by federal immigration agent After the man was surrounded by Border Patrol agents and pinned to the ground, one agent could be seen repeatedly hitting him on a video posted to social media.

www.ocregister.com/2025/06/22/v...

23.06.2025 03:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

TJ McConnell pulled a Space Jam and stole Michael Jordan's abilities.

23.06.2025 01:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Not an original point but worth saying again - there is not a single element in this picture that identifies any of these folks as law enforcement agents. No badges, no uniforms, no vests. Out of context it just looks like a bunch of random guys are kidnapping a mayoral candidate.

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Immigration agents target multiple downtown LA locations, clash with protesters At one point, agents had to shove protesters out of the path of a van. At least one protester was taken to the ground and arrested, prompting more shoving by agents to keep the group at bay.

Immigration agents target multiple downtown LA locations, clash with protesters
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Long Beach man’s website taps community to slow ICE’s deportation raids This comes as the Trump administration attempts to carry out its promise to conduct the β€œlargest deportation” program in U.S. history.

Long Beach man’s website taps community to slow ICE’s deportation raids
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That most overrated vote for Haliburton was the best thing that ever happened to the Pacers

06.06.2025 03:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

994-1! Amazing!

22.05.2025 03:16 β€” πŸ‘ 254    πŸ” 51    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 1
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California Journalism Awards Gala 2025 - CNPA Please join your esteemed colleagues MAY 17,2025 for an elegant evening congratulating the 2024 California Journalism Awards Finalists!

I'll be moderating a panel full of amazing journalists discussing "Lessons Learned in Reporting the LA Fires" at 3:30 p.m. this Saturday prior to the California Journalism Awards Gala. Maybe see you there? cnpa.com/california-j...

13.05.2025 17:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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NIH cancels participation in Safe to Sleep campaign that decreased infant deaths NIH has cancelled its participation in Safe to Sleep, a 30-year campaign to prevent babies from dying in their sleep

NIH cancels participation in Safe to Sleep campaign that decreased infant deaths www.statnews.com/2025/04/30/n... via @statnews.com

02.05.2025 20:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The conversation about the Lakers is going to be flawed roster with no big, but really the offense just evaporated in every game in crunch time and that was not supposed to happen with Luka and LeBron.

01.05.2025 04:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Amazon accidentally told the truth about what Trump's tariffs are costing us | Opinion Online retailer Amazon just committed one of the worst crimes imaginable under the Trump administration: It told the truth about the cost of tariffs.

Amazon’s momentary lapse of veracity, coupled with the Trump administration’s panicked reaction to said veracity, shows every American that the president’s stupid tariffs are, in fact and of course, going to raise the prices of things we buy.

www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...

29.04.2025 22:36 β€” πŸ‘ 213    πŸ” 49    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 8
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White House Proposal Could Gut Climate Modeling the World Depends On Potential funding cuts for NOAA and its research partners threaten irreparable harm not only to climate research but to American safety, competitiveness, and national security.

NEW: The total loss of NOAA’s office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research β€”a nerve center of global climate science, data collection and modeling β€” represents a setback for climate preparedness that experts warn the nation may never recover from.

By @abrahm.bsky.social

24.04.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3692    πŸ” 2098    πŸ’¬ 169    πŸ“Œ 190
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The unreality of reality TV: How competition shows influence U.S. politics and shape views about economic inequality Columbia University's Eunji Kim: "The behavioral data tells us that most American life is not political β€” so why don't we study what people are actually consuming every day, however lowbrow it may see...

This is interesting stuff. America went from a country where 60 Minutes was by far the most watched show for decades β€” until the 2000s, when American Idol took the crown. And that has in turn shaped political views. www.niemanlab.org/2025/04/the-...

15.04.2025 15:37 β€” πŸ‘ 195    πŸ” 65    πŸ’¬ 10    πŸ“Œ 8
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I was thinking about this Joe and Tracy anecdote from the supply chain crisis on gummy bears. Things are probably going to get really weird in a few weeks in unexpected ways:

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