The Daily Beans

Harm’s Way

Dec 4, 2025
The Pentagon confirmed survivors from a controversial boat strike, stirring legal and ethical debates. Ghislaine Maxwell plans to challenge her incarceration, fearing the Epstein Files could hurt her case. A significant 13-point swing towards Democrats in Tennessee's special election raises eyebrows. Tensions mount within the GOP as Nancy Mace considers resigning, and the House Judiciary Republicans refuse public testimony from Jack Smith. Additionally, a judge restricts warrantless arrests of immigrants in D.C., highlighting ongoing immigration law challenges.
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INSIGHT

Deep-Red District Shifted Left

  • Afton Bend narrowed a 13-point gap in Tennessee's 7th District with every county shifting left.
  • Allison Gill highlights this as a major progressive achievement despite being outspent.
ADVICE

Avoid Voluntary Disability Disclosure

  • Do not voluntarily disclose disability information to employers if you fear misuse.
  • Allison Gill warns VA employees the biannual self-identification campaign is unnecessary and risky.
INSIGHT

Maxwell's Habeas Bid Aims To Block Files

  • Ghislaine Maxwell plans to file a pro se habeas petition to block Epstein file releases.
  • Allison Gill calls it a delaying tactic unlikely to succeed given exhausted appeals.
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