THAT Is A Mandate (feat. Kat Abughazaleh)
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Could Trump Invoke the Insurrection Act?
Allison asks about the possibility and Kat warns Trump may use the Insurrection Act to deploy federal forces against cities.
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Today, bomb threats rock New Jersey on election day as Trump whines about California mail ballots; FBI Director Kash Patel lashes out at the response to his use of a private jet to visit his girlfriend - and that he has a girlfriend; the Trump and Republican shutdown has threatened food, healthcare, and now heating; Trump’s Justice Department is withholding transcripts of Lindsey Halligan’s presentation to the grand jury in the Comey case; Feds say immigration enforcement might have to stop if judge intervenes at the Broadview facility in Chicago; local Colorado police are investigating a federal agent for excessive force; and Allison delivers your Good News.
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Guest: Kat Abughazaleh Illinois 9th Congressional District
Kat Abughazaleh - Kat For Illinois
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Dana Goldberg Outrageous Tour - November 14th Chicago
Stories
New Jersey bomb threats and Trump’s warnings for California mark final day of voting | PBS News
ICE Altercation With Protester in Colorado Prompts a Police Chief to Push Back | The New York Times
Facing difficult questions about his use of an FBI jet, Kash Patel pitches weak defense | MSNBC
Good Trouble
ICE Out San Diego 11/06/25 - More Info and RSVP
Thursday, November 06, 2025 @10:00 AM
At The Federal Building
880 Front St, San Diego
“This is more than a protest! It’s a stand for dignity, justice, and the right of every family to live free from fear. Bring your friends, your signs, and your voice. Together, we can show that San Diego stands for community, not cages. For more information contact jlopez@calorganize.org”
**Group Directory - The Visibility Brigade: Resistance is Possible
**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma is gathering signatures
**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout
**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education
**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. Senators
From The Good News
nhmarf.org
Mutual Aid Hub
Thousands fill streets of downtown Lancaster for second 'No Kings' rally [update] | lancasteronline.com
Foundry United Methodist Church
Dana Goldberg Outrageous Tour - November 14th Chicago
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