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Monday, October 13th, 2025Today, former national security advisor John Bolton could be indicted as early as this week; Trump robs Peter to pay Paul without Congressional authorization; Donald’s nominee for the Office of Special Counsel is a sex pest; a Republican has purchased Dominion voting machines; stocks tank as Trump extends China tariffs; Republicans want to gut a 50 year old law that protects sea life; Donald is scrambling to re-hire top CDC scientists he just fired; MIT rejects the regime’s shakedown of nine major universities; a librarian fired in a dispute of LGBTQ+ books gets a massive settlement; the guy deploying troops against his own citizens loses the Nobel peace prize; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, IQBARText DAILYBEANS to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Guest: Stephanie TellesStephanie Telles for ABQ City Council District 1@stephanieforabq - InstagramStephanie for ABQ - facebookStoriesJim Comey. Leticia James. Is John Bolton Next? | MuellerSheWrote.comCriminal charges against Bolton expected as early as next week | MSNBCTrump authorizes troop pay amid government shutdown | NBC NewsDominion Voting Systems sold to company run by former Republican election official | ABC NewsS&P and Nasdaq Slump as Stocks Fall on Trump China Tariff Threat | NYTRepublicans try to weaken 50-year-old law protecting whales, seals and polar bears | ABC NewsMAGA steams at Trump’s Nobel snub | POLITICOPost by @grahamformaine.bsky.social — BlueskyTrump Administration Is Bringing Back Scores of C.D.C. Experts Fired in Error | NYTKey Trump nominee accused of sexual harassment | POLITICOMIT Rejects Special Funding Offer From Trump Administration | NYTWyoming library director fired amid book dispute reaches $700,000 settlement | NBC NewsGood TroubleCalifornia! YOU have your prop 50 ballots. Fill them out and return them ASAP.Yes On Prop 50 | CA Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**October 20 Deadline -Petition of America First Legal Foundation for Rulemaking**October 18 - NoKings.org **Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Requests - Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsLISTERS: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching | YouTubeSpecial HCN access for current or former government employees - High Country NewsProject Mail StormThePrintedGarden.comDreams of Our Fathers | YouTube(Mark your calendar for November 14th, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois - Dana)Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Friday, October 14th, 2022Former President Donald John Trump has been unanimously subpoenaed by the Congressional committee investigating a coup; the same former president lost his Supreme Court bid to review classified documents in an espionage investigation; the former Vice President’s counsel testified before a federal grand jury after having resolved privilege issues; and the NYAG has filed an injunction to prevent the former president from hiding business assets in her civil investigation; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.*Correction - AG says that Pelosi was speaking with Attorney General Bill Barr on January 6th. Barr had resigned; Pelosi was speaking with Acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen. Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thursday, October 12th, 2023In the Hot Notes: a group of 67 Twitter accounts spread coordinated disinformation about the Israel-Hamas war as Elon blocks community notes; after Trump’s endorsement and four former OSU students speak out against him, Jim Jordan loses the nomination for Speaker to David Duke without the baggage Steve Scalise; the 11th Circuit has denied Florida’s request to let its drag ban go into effect; House Democrat Pat Ryan will introduce a resolution demanding Tuberville lift his hold on military promotions; Donald Trump tells a court in Colorado that he had no obligation to support the Constitution as president; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.From the Good Newshttps://twitter.com/drmichaellevin/status/1609356212184780804?s=46&t=HnwDu8IMuwAvzGRIifJyvg  Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Friday, October 10th, 2025Today, a federal judge has issued a restraining order barring federal agents from using riot control weapons against journalists and protestors in Chicago; a different federal judge has granted a TRO in part against National Guard deployment in Chicago; a pastor shot in the head by ICE agents is suing over First Amendment threats; Trump’s message to Pam Bondi about indicting Comey and Tish James was supposed to be a DM; Oklahoma’s Republican governor is condemning the National Guard deployment in Chicago; ICE detains and threatens an Oregon man despite citizenship; Lindsay Halligan has indicted NYAG Letitia James; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, Helix Sleep27% Off Sitewide, when you go to HelixSleep.com/dailybeansGuest: John FugelsangTell Me Everything - John Fugelsang, The John Fugelsang Podcast, John Fugelsang - Substack, @johnfugelsang.bsky.social - Bluesky, @JohnFugelsang -TwitterSeparation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang - OUT NOW!Upcoming Live Dates - OCT 8 Special Event | Zanies Chicago Comedy Club, The Nation Cruise - Guest Speakers, 2025 National Convention OCT 18 - Freedom From Religion Foundation, Separation of Church & Hate book tour NOV 12 - Union Stage StoriesOklahoma’s Republican Governor Criticizes National Guard Deployment in Chicago | The New York TimesJudge orders feds to dial back aggressive response to journalists, protesters in Chicago area | ABC7 ChicagoVIDEO: ICE detains, threatens Oregon man despite U.S. citizenship | KOIN PortlandJudge grants a partial temporary restraining order on National Guard deployment in Illinois | Chicago Sun-TimesInside the Justice Department Where the President Calls the Shots - WSJGood TroubleLambda Legal Condemns Trump Administration’s Illegal Exclusion of Gender-Affirming Care from Government Employee Health BenefitsCheck out Lambda Legal to see about donating or volunteering!**October 20 Deadline -Petition of America First Legal Foundation for Rulemaking**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**October 18 - NoKings.org**Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Requests - Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsLambda LegalFurlough Guidance - OPM.gov7 BrewJudge halts New York county from enforcing transgender athlete ban after roller derby league sues - AP NewsOctober 18 - NoKings.orgWubzTheWobble(Mark your calendar for November 14th, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois - Dana)Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thursday, October 9th, 2025Today, Jim Comey pled not guilty, asked for and was granted a speedy trial and outlined which motions to dismiss he’s going to file; the 9th Circuit has temporarily stayed Judge Immergut’s order blocking National Guard deployment to Portland; Trump calls for the Illinois governor and the Chicago mayor to be jailed; a Florida man has been arrested for setting the Palisades fire in California; the IRS has furloughed nearly half its workforce; a Christian group has been accused of submitting falsified evidence in the conversion therapy Supreme Court case; a shocking win for Democrats in the Fairbanks Alaska mayoral race; and Allison delivers your Good News.Thank You, HomeChefFor a limited time, get  50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/DAILYBEANS.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert.Guest: Rep. Dan Goldman NY 10thGoldman.house.govdangoldmanforny.com@danielsgoldman.dg4ny.co - Bluesky, @danielsgoldman) - TwitterStoriesThe 9th Circuit Just Stayed the TRO Blocking National Guard to Portland | Muellershewrote.comTrump Calls for Jailing Democratic Leaders as Troops Prepare for Chicago Deployment | ReutersEx-FBI director James Comey pleads not guilty to federal charges | BBCJonathan Rinderknecht accused of starting blaze that turned into destructive Palisades Fire | ABC7 Los AngelesChristian group defending LGBTQ+ conversion therapy at SCOTUS accused of using 'false evidence' | The AdvocateIRS furloughs nearly half its workforce, shuttering most operations - Live Updates | POLITICORepublican Ousted By Democrat in Shock Election Defeat | NewsweekGood TroubleThe Supreme Court Case That Could Change Voting Rights for Generations | Joyce Vance | SubstackThe EAC is accepting public comments on this issue. Anti-voter advocates have flooded their website with one-sided and misleading comments. We can fight back with comments of our own. Petition of America First Legal Foundation for Rulemaking Comment Period Ends: Oct 20 at 2025 at 11:59 PM EDT**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**OCTOBER 18 - NoKings.org**Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Requests - Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsPetition of America First Legal Foundation for Rulemaking17 statewide propositions will appear on the November ballot. Here’s what Texas voters need to know.Press Releases | American Civil Liberties UnionPeaceful protest for democracy in La Plata, MD - facebookLibby AppErin in the Morning(Mark your calendar for November 14th, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois - Dana)Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wednesday, October 8th, 2025Today, Jim Comey will be arraigned in the Eastern District of Virginia; members of Congress will hold a press conference with Epstein survivors about the discharge petition to release the Epstein Files; furloughed workers are being told they may not receive backpay; the Supreme Court shoots down a Republican challenge to Washington State’s Climate Commitment Act; Pritzker and Newsom threaten to withdraw from the National Governor’s Association; CIA Deputy Director Michael Ellis replaces the agency’s general counsel with himself; Pam Bondi refuses to answer key questions in a Senate Judiciary hearing; Texas AG Ken Paxton continues his genocidal rhetoric against trans people; ICE bought vehicles with fake cell sites to spy on protestors; Roy Cooper shattered fundraising records in the first quarter for his Senate run; blue states should come together to declare an emergency; Jimmy Kimmel is more popular than Donald Trump; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, SmallsFor a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to Smalls.com/DAILYBEANS.Guest: Alder Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford Alder Dina Nina Martinez- Rutherford District 15 (WI) Running for WI State Assembly District 76votedinanina.comDinaNina.com@dinaninaxo - Bluesky, DinaNinaXO (facebook)DinaNinaXO (IG)Alder Dina Nina Martinez- Rutherford (she/her) - cityofmadison.comDinaNinaforMadison (IG)Dina Nina For Madison (facebook) StoriesFurloughed workers not guaranteed back pay after shutdown, OMB claims | The Washington PostICE bought vehicles equipped with fake cell towers to spy on phones | TechCrunchC.I.A. Deputy Director Has Replaced Agency’s Top Legal Official With Himself | The New York TimesBlue states should come together to declare an emergency. Here’s how | Opinion | The GuardianRoy Cooper raises $14.5 million last quarter, shattering records | POLITICOJimmy Kimmel more popular than Trump after show suspension, poll finds | The GuardianGood TroubleKeep calling Mike Johnson's office to have Adelita Grajava sworn in. She is the 218th signature. And right now the people of Arizona 7th are being re-taxed without representation because he won't swear her in. His number is 202-225-2000 or 202-225-2777  -  Especially if you’re in Arizona’s 7th district.**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**OCTOBER 18 - NoKings.org**Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Requests - Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsAdopt Magnolia - Potential adopters email StrotmanHousehold@gmail.comAurora Animal ShelterReduce stress and boost happiness with 4 daily gratitude practices | CNNWordPress Accessibility Day 2025Adopt-A-Pet(Mark your calendar for November 14th, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois - Dana)Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday, October 7th, 2025Today, President Trump vows to consider a pardon of convicted child sex offender and Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell; ABC News confirms that person 3 in the Comey indictment is NOT Andy McCabe; Trump appointed judge Immergut issues a second restraining order against deploying the National Guard to Portland; a prosecutor in the EDVA refused to bring mortgage fraud charges against NYAG Leticia James; the Supreme Court says no to Ghislaine Maxwell’s appeal and Laura Loomer’s lawsuit barring her from social media; a judge has scheduled an emergency hearing in the Chicago National Guard deployment case; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, HomeChefFor a limited time, get  50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/DAILYBEANS. Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert.Guest: Adam KlasfeldAll Rise NewsAll Rise News - Bluesky, @klasfeldreports.com - BlueSky, @KlasfeldReports - Twitter, @senecaprojectus - InstagramTonight in Your Rights: "Petition DENIED" | All Rise NewsGuest: Anna Bower@annabower.bsky.social - Bluesky, Anna Bower @AnnaBower - Twitter, @lawfaremedia - InstagramLawfaremedia.orgComing Soon - Slip Opinion | Anna Bower | SubstackNEW: Judge issues a SECOND restraining order against Trump in a Sunday night emergency hearing.Trump on pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell: “I haven't heard the name in so long... I'd have to take a look at it…" | Bulwark Online | TwitterStoriesTop prosecutor is rejecting Trump pressure to charge New York AG | MSNBCAttorney for woman shot by Border Patrol claims officer said 'Do something b----' before shooting | Chicago Sun-TimesEx-special counsel John Durham undercut case against James Comey in interview with prosecutors: Sources | ABC NewsUsing helicopters and chemical agents, immigration agents become increasingly aggressive in Chicago |AP NewsSupreme Court rejects Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell’s appeal of her criminal conviction | NBC NewsSupreme Court brushes aside Laura Loomer lawsuit against social media companies | CNN PoliticsGood TroubleKeep calling Mike Johnson's office to have Adelita Grajava sworn in. She is the 218th signature. And right now the people of Arizona 7th are being re-taxed without representation because he won't swear her in. His number is 202-225-2000 or 202-225-2777  -  Especially if you’re in Arizona’s 7th district.**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**OCTOBER 18 - NoKings.org**Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Requests - Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsFrancine returns! Beloved Lowe's cat back in Richmond after accidental truck ride out of state | WTVRBest Chicken Breeds - The Complete List - Pictures included!(Mark your calendar for November 14th, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois - Dana)Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Monday, October 6th, 2025Today, a Trump appointed judge has blocked the deployment of the National Guard in Portland; a woman is shot by a federal agent in Chicago; the administration is deporting a journalist here legally to El Salvador; a Texas megachurch pastor has pled guilty to sexually abusing a child; Portland police are fighting back against the invasion and are being investigated by the Department of Justice; Department of Education employees had their out of office replies changed without permission to blame Democrats for the shutdown; Apple takes the ICE Block app out of its App Store; Casey DeSantis’ non profit is under criminal investigation; the Trump administration is preparing to offer money to teenagers to self deport; an FBI agent has been fired for refusing to perp walk Jim Comey; journalists for three Alaskan newspapers quit after their stories about Charlie Kirk were taken down; Israel is accused of detaining Greta Thunberg in inhumane conditions; Sean Diddy Combs was sentenced to 50 months in prison; and Allison delivers your Good News. Dana is out and about.Thank You, DeleteMeGet 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.joindeleteme.com/DAILYBEANS and use promo code DAILYBEANS at checkout.Thank You, SmallsFor a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to Smalls.com/DAILYBEANS.Guest: Joshua Aaron Creator of ICEBlock app.ICEBlock AppJoshua Aaron @joshua.stealingheather.com - BlueskyTIXE ConsultingLIVE: Allison Gill - REPUBLICANS DIRTY SHUTDOWN SECRET REVEALED | YouTubeStoriesJudge temporarily blocks Trump administration from deploying troops in Portland, Oregon | AP NewsGov. Gavin Newsom says Trump administration has deployed California National Guard troops to Oregon | NBC NewsArrest of conservative influencer Nick Sortor outside Portland ICE building now under federal investigation | CNNU.S. deports journalist Mario Guevara to El Salvador, family says | The Washington PostFederal Agent in Chicago Shot Motorist in Confrontation, Officials Say | The New York TimesBroadview police chief accuses ICE agents of making false 911 calls | CBS ChicagoTrump administration prepares to offer money to unaccompanied migrant teenagers to voluntarily leave US | CNN PoliticsLIVE: Allison Gill - REPUBLICANS DIRTY SHUTDOWN SECRET REVEALED | YouTubeLawsuit filed over Education Department's manipulation of employees' email messages | NBC NewsFBI agent relieved of duty over refusing Comey perp walk, four people familiar say | ReutersJournalists at 3 Alaska Newspapers Quit Over Charlie Kirk Story | The New York TimesIsrael accused of detaining Greta Thunberg in infested cell and making her hold flags | Gaza flotilla | The GuardianSubpoenas are flying over Hope Florida scandal with grand jury reportedly imminent | Florida PoliticsRobert Morris, Texas megachurch pastor, pleads guilty to sexually abusing a child | NBC NewsGood TroubleHouse Speaker and Christian nationalist shitbox Mike Johnson has sent the House home and is refusing to swear in Adelita Grijalva because he knows she’s the final vote on the Epstein Files discharge petition. it’s time to flood his office with calls. His number is 202-225-2000 or 202-225-2777  -  especially if you’re in Arizona’s 7th district. **Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**OCTOBER 18 - NoKings.org, Leave some notes around town to spread the word.**California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !! Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Submit a request – Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsDan Shore - Someone Threw a SandwichSuiting up for Portland's ‘emergency’ Naked Bike Ride? Here’s what to expect | OregonLive.com(Mark your calendar for November 14th, 2025 - Chicago, Illinois - Dana)Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! 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Trump and the Republicans have orchestrated the government shutdown that they are trying to blame on Democrats.The military is being mobilized in American cities. Stephen Miller and Trump’s fascist advisors couldn’t be happier. Links From the Week Ending 10.05.2025New details emerge on Hegseth’s unusual mass gathering of top brass - The Washington PostSinclair Ends 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Boycott, Says Its ABC Stations Will Resuming Airing Show ImmediatelyDMPS superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts detained by ICEHeritage Foundation Uses Bogus Stat to Push a Trans Terrorism Classification | WIREDHouse Democrats release latest Jeffrey Epstein documents with Musk, Thiel, Bannon and Prince Andrew mentions | The IndependentTiming for Grijalva’s swear-in in questionTrump Fired a U.S. Attorney Who Insisted on Following a Court Order - The New York Timeshttps://apnews.com/article/fbi-george-floyd-kash-patel-8d18a1e6a5a36636cc2415fc492b3f52Hundreds of VA doctors and caregivers warn that cutbacks, policy changes threaten veterans’ care | CNN PoliticsTrump says he will send troops to Portland, Oregon, in latest deployment to US citiesMondayPortland threatens to evict Ice from Oregon facility over permit violationsExclusive | Eric Adams drops out of NYC mayoral race amid increasing pressure: 'I know I cannot continue my campaign'Post by @rparloff.bsky.social — BlueskyMultiple victims in Michigan church shooting; church on fire, police say | CNNhttps://bsky.app/profile/kyledcheney.bsky.social/post/3lzwh3vutn222Oregon Sues Trump to Stop ‘Unlawful’ Portland Troop Deployment - Democracy Dockethttps://bsky.app/profile/kyledcheney.bsky.social/post/3lzwo6pv5rs2uMoldova's pro-EU party takes lead in vote plagued by Russian interference claims | AP Newshttps://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/trump-seems-to-back-off-portland-military-plan/283-e9c6bdfb-92d6-4881-bb74-09bb325a5270Moldova’s Pivotal Election Projected to End in Victory for Pro-Europeans - The New York TimesAmerica Brought to You by Bad Bunny - by Charlotte Clymerhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/29/mormon-church-shooting-trump-signMedbedsTrump’s Targeting of Soros Foundations Elicits Fear and Defiance on Left - The New York TimesCriminal investigation launched after feds fire pepper ball at CBS Chicago reporter's truck - CBS ChicagoStephen Miller takes leading role in strikes on alleged Venezuelan drug boats | Trump administration | The GuardianTuesdayOregon mayors condemn Trump’s plan to send troops to Portland - POLITICOU.S. Deports Planeload of Iranians After Deal With Tehran, Officials Say - The New York TimesJudge excoriates Trump in blistering decision calling efforts to deport pro-Palestinian academics illegal - POLITICOTrump, Hegseth Address Military Leaders at Quantico in Unprecedented Gathering - WSJJudge orders Trump administration to preserve $233M in FEMA grants it attempted to pull from blue states - POLITICOWednesdayReductions in Force During Shutdowns | LawfareUS comedians defend decision to play in Saudi Arabia: ‘They’re paying me enough to look the other way’ | Comedy | The GuardianWhite House withdraws Trump’s controversial nominee to lead BLS after ousting predecessor over jobs data | CNN PoliticsN.Y. sues over DHS cutting counterterrorism fundingHow Capitol Hill is set to feel the government shutdown pain - POLITICOHundreds of celebrities relaunch a McCarthy-era committee to defend free speechLisa CookFederal Workers Are Being Told to Blame Democrats for the Shutdown | WIREDTrump calls for culling 'dead wood' in government amid shutdown - ABC Newshttps://bsky.app/profile/joshgerstein.bsky.social/post/3m25o77vkok2wPentagon plans widespread random polygraphs, NDAs to stanch leaks - The Washington PostThursdayAt least 170 U.S. hospitals face major flood risk. 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Tuesday, October 1st, 2024Donald Trump lies about the federal response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene while tapping local resources for a political visit to Valdosta Georgia; CBS News says it will not be responsible to fact check the candidates in tonight's Vice Presidential Debate; the DNC and Georgia Dems have sued the Georgia State Election Board for their hand count rule on the eve of the bench trial for other potential election violations which is set to begin today; Fulton County Judge McBurney has overturned Georgia’s six week abortion ban; the Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the US economy is in solid shape as he plans to cut interest rates again; Kamala Harris’ economic plan is more popular than Trump’s; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.  Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.