Robert, you mentioned that Greg Bovino was fired I think on 1-26. My research shows he was just reassigned back to his old post at the border in Imperial County CA. I hope you are correct he needs to be fired
While currently not living in Minnesota, many of my family live there - some in Minneapolis and St Paul. Everyone should know - and remind others who think the ICE invasion is over - it definitely isn’t. There maybe fewer agents, and they’ve gotten a bit smarter about tactics and the media has in large part moved on, but it’s ongoing and so is the resistance. Independent media and citizens need to step up and be the truth tellers.
Regarding the release of more Epstein files, I think it’s important to include CNN and other news sources’ statement by the woman cited in the 302 files. According to the FBI, she said that when she was thirteen, she met with Trump. He “mentioned something to the effect of, ‘Let me teach you how little girls are supposed to be,’” He then unzipped his pants and put her head “down to his penis,” according to the FBI account.
The woman told agents that she bit Trump, who then struck her and said “words to the effect of, ‘get this little bitch the hell out of here.’”
I respectfully urge readers to listen to the Senate floor speech (prominently available on YouTube) given yesterday by Sheldon Whitehouse, who in my opinion is one of the smartest, most courageous and most fearless of our Senators. The speech, which proceeds like a novel, lays out facts which strongly suggest that the Epstein scandal is more widespread (exponentially so) than one might ever have imagined. It lays out evidence that prompts a belief that the scandal is not just "merely" about sex and trafficking---far from it. Instead, it suggests something far more egregious, a story about what seems to be Russia's possession of a blackmail weapon (with Epstein's core assistance) of major world leaders and many of the world's rich and famous. More specifically, the speech suggests that, with further investigative digging and factual illumination, the reality might well be that Epstein enriched himself by furnishing Putin with blackmail dynamite---specifically, secretly captured films of the rich and famous engaging in sex with underage girls. The speech points to facts showing that Epstein had hidden cameras in the rooms of his homes and that he and Russia were closely connected. If true, this might well prompt a reasonable person to wonder whether Epstein possessed and may well have given Putin films of the rich and famous, including perhaps films of his "best friend" Trump, showing them engaged in conduct that would lead to immediate condemnation, political destruction, and criminal liability. Might this be what explains the otherwise inexplicable love Trump constantly professes towards Putin, or Trump's surrender to Putin in Helsinki, or his red carpet treatment of Putin in Alaska, or his constant espousal of a pro-Putin agenda, or Trump's betrayal of Ukraine, or his obsessive proclamations that "Russia, Russia, Russia" is a "hoax," or . . . [fill in the blank]. I am convinced that there's gold to be mined here, gold that might underlie what might well prove to be the world's greatest betrayal. Just sayin.
This post is about the unconstitutional Iran war. Yes, for now it's an unproven conspiracy theory, but I believe it to be true The Trump people can't get their stories straight about our purposes in going to war. The airwaves are full of speculation about possible motivations. But no one has mentioned another possibility (or, could it be "probability"?}, namely, that a motive might be profiteering, perhaps, even by someone as straight-laced as our President. Nah. No way! Impossible! Even the thought is gross. America would never have bestowed its highest office on a crook. Nixon said he wasn't a crook and, I'm sure, Trump would proclaim the same if he were accused of being a crook. Would anyone in his or her right mind be so crazy as to think or assert that a President of the United States, especially one as virtuous as Trump, would ever start a war to make money? Banish the thought! Insane!! Never Trump---he's 100% straight arrow. Consider this far-fetched example: Could it ever be conceived (even remotely) that someone as honest as Netanyahu and/or his "pro-Iranian" pals ever stoop so low as to secretly place oodles and oodles of cash in some foreign bank for our President, or (even more preposterous) that a President as honest and ethical as Trump might accept it, just as he did with that jet. Heresy. Crazy. Our country, after all, is exceptional. It would never allow any President to remain in office who might be willing to start or even think of starting an illegal war in exchange for something as mundane as money. Maybe I've consumed too many gummies; maybe old age has finally gotten the better of me. But, my delusions aside, will there ever be a time when the list of war motivations will be expanded to include those that I can't purge from my head? I doubt it.
One of my favorite slogans is "WE CAN DO WHAT I CANNOT!"
Together we win, together we encourage each other, together we are stronger than only one of us!
I understand in the House vote- four democrats voted with the republicans. Hopefully the latest release of some of the Epstein files will bring renewed interest and drive trump further into looney tunes!!
Only someone who wants to build the most beautiful ballroom in the world would demand ending the war on these terms: (1) unconditional surrender and (2) I get to select your new leaders! It's entirely transactional because once the war is over I will MIGA! In the meantime, loose lips have made it public knowledge that the military is going to run out of bombs and missiles and is negotiating with Ukraine (who holds some cards after all) to buy interceptors. Good news for ____ ? So much for the art of the deal.
I'm very proud to be a part of the resistance team from Minnesota. But most of us truly believe that ICE is not out of our City. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that 650 ICE agents remain in Minnesota weeks after the border czar announced the end of the operation. That is quadruple the 150 agents Tom Horman said would remain here. They also reported that there were 4,000 ice agents here at Peak. We all remain vigilant, and are still watching out for our neighbors who live in fear everyday. The food drive deliveries are still taking place.
You are right that Minnesota deserves high praise but talking about what they are doing in the past tense implies that the surge is over. It is not, the means have simply changed. Here is a link to an informative instagram post to bring you up to date https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVhfHl4D18B/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
The best I could get just now from instagram as far as a transcript (I am not on Instagram but it allowed me to listen; recorded as much as I could on my phone):
"March 5th, 2026. Let's see if this breaks through. I doubt it will, but I need you to know what's happening. Don't forget about us.
"They are spreading out…So they’re less active in the metro now, but they’re in communities that are less equipped to hold them accountable. There were multiple shipments of new vehicles arriving at the Whipple Federal building this week. just today 24 to 28 brand new Chevy Tahoes arrived along with building materials. Those are all things they’re gonna be using against our communities. There are multiple reports that they are using deceptive tactics to detain people like driving vans that say they’re part of a Plumbing business when they’re obviously not. So far since January 1 there have been 76 deportation flights out of Minnesota and over 3000 of our neighbors have been removed from the state. One of those flights arrived just today. Now the Minnesota legislative session is currently underway for 2026 and, if you don’t know, the Minnesota house is tied 67 to 67 so Republicans and Democrats have basically been duking it out. it’s been very ugly so far and Democrats have brought multiple bills to committees to hold them accountable, including keeping them away from schools and childcare centers, and so far Republicans are killing everything in committee. It is not going well. So that’s your update. It’s still bad here. We still have families sheltering, we still have families whose rent was due on March 1 and they can’t pay it so I guess if you wanna help us out there’s a link in my bio. thanks."
I understand that not everyone has an Instagram account but I sincerely hope you do. It is a great source for “on the ground” reporting, especially on issues that MSM have dropped the ball on. ICE has not left Minnesota, shipments of Chevy Tahoes are arriving at ICE facilities, along with building materials, the surge has moved out of the city into the rural areas, where there are fewer resources for fighting back, people are still in hiding, women are still giving birth at home with a cadre of volunteer midwives, children are still being escorted by teachers and volunteers to and from school.
The video is full of information and I can’t get a transcript but I’m trying to figure out how to post a screenshot of a comment from the post. I’m new to Substack so don’t fully understand the process yet.
Another great Robert post. My take: Minnesotans are true heroes and patriots. Epstein documents promised are still missing? What a surprise. What is in the 3 million pages we haven't seen yet? A billion a day for a war with no known "day after" plan outlined? 6 months at that cost? Our tax dollars yet people have their health care costs go up because of cuts? Totally wrong and should not be happening. Daines is a big Fatsby supporter—no surprise if the fix is in. Maybe Bodnar is good alternative who can win like Tester did in that red state. I hope Minnesota goes after Noem for state crimes and the fed for perjury charges re testimony to the House. That seems appropriate. She said Fatsby approved the expensive filming of her ad too which he denies. Halligan clearly should lose her license. Sure Bondi wants to control state bar investigations. Her turn is waiting in the wings. Perjury charges should also be on the menu for her. Remember that was the charge against Comey.
Anybody in the Bay Area want to get together over a beer or coffee and brainstorm how to put some new words to well-known melodies to provide some marching songs for No Kings? I've got some very complete songbooks, or we could make a decent start by borrowing some Beatles' tunes. Good tempo, catchy, familiar, repeatable chorus. I'm in the East Bay, but can also do on Zoom if you can set it up. Melodic@sonic.net
I would but I'm with a few hundred miles of being as far away from you, in the continental US as possible. (ME) Good luck though, we need a theme song!
Staffing for s six-month war. Already? We were told 3-4 weeks. This looks the age-old war play that it has been - just on a different stage with not very good directors.
Ah yes, Kristi Noem is learning what it's like to be loyal to a man who has loyalty to no one but himself. As for who is next Kash Patel, Pam Bondi, Robert Kennedy, or Tulsi Gabbard, I wouldn't hold my breath. These snakes seem to have a stronger sense of self-preservation. In other news, I was at a conference last week and talked to a man from Minnesota. I immediately told him how grateful those of who look on in horror are. He said things are much worse than people think. He cited several examples of people having to be holed up for weeks at a time, fearful of going out. He said citizen groups are being schooled in how to help, and that the situation is dire. It seems that ICE is letting up in Minneapolis, but only to go into smaller towns and areas and continuing their insidious action. See Mark's comment below. The people of Minnesota are so brave!
Patel has been border line for a few months. He's next. DT likes Bondi but she's so bad she's going to get herself in trouble testifying, bad enough that DT won't be able to save her. WE need to keep the focus on ICE. They haven't gone away!
I'll just say once again that the protest photos at the end of your newsletters are just the best! I especially love it when I feel they are representing what I would consider a red leaning area. But today, your photo from Borrego Spings, CA......their dog looks just like ours! She was a rescue from Mexico and I seriously wonder if they are siblings! Thanks Robert, for everyday!
Robert, you mentioned that Greg Bovino was fired I think on 1-26. My research shows he was just reassigned back to his old post at the border in Imperial County CA. I hope you are correct he needs to be fired
While currently not living in Minnesota, many of my family live there - some in Minneapolis and St Paul. Everyone should know - and remind others who think the ICE invasion is over - it definitely isn’t. There maybe fewer agents, and they’ve gotten a bit smarter about tactics and the media has in large part moved on, but it’s ongoing and so is the resistance. Independent media and citizens need to step up and be the truth tellers.
Regarding the release of more Epstein files, I think it’s important to include CNN and other news sources’ statement by the woman cited in the 302 files. According to the FBI, she said that when she was thirteen, she met with Trump. He “mentioned something to the effect of, ‘Let me teach you how little girls are supposed to be,’” He then unzipped his pants and put her head “down to his penis,” according to the FBI account.
The woman told agents that she bit Trump, who then struck her and said “words to the effect of, ‘get this little bitch the hell out of here.’”
I respectfully urge readers to listen to the Senate floor speech (prominently available on YouTube) given yesterday by Sheldon Whitehouse, who in my opinion is one of the smartest, most courageous and most fearless of our Senators. The speech, which proceeds like a novel, lays out facts which strongly suggest that the Epstein scandal is more widespread (exponentially so) than one might ever have imagined. It lays out evidence that prompts a belief that the scandal is not just "merely" about sex and trafficking---far from it. Instead, it suggests something far more egregious, a story about what seems to be Russia's possession of a blackmail weapon (with Epstein's core assistance) of major world leaders and many of the world's rich and famous. More specifically, the speech suggests that, with further investigative digging and factual illumination, the reality might well be that Epstein enriched himself by furnishing Putin with blackmail dynamite---specifically, secretly captured films of the rich and famous engaging in sex with underage girls. The speech points to facts showing that Epstein had hidden cameras in the rooms of his homes and that he and Russia were closely connected. If true, this might well prompt a reasonable person to wonder whether Epstein possessed and may well have given Putin films of the rich and famous, including perhaps films of his "best friend" Trump, showing them engaged in conduct that would lead to immediate condemnation, political destruction, and criminal liability. Might this be what explains the otherwise inexplicable love Trump constantly professes towards Putin, or Trump's surrender to Putin in Helsinki, or his red carpet treatment of Putin in Alaska, or his constant espousal of a pro-Putin agenda, or Trump's betrayal of Ukraine, or his obsessive proclamations that "Russia, Russia, Russia" is a "hoax," or . . . [fill in the blank]. I am convinced that there's gold to be mined here, gold that might underlie what might well prove to be the world's greatest betrayal. Just sayin.
Russia/Epstein/Trump. Sen. Whitehouse’s testimony from floor of Senate posted to You Tube today. https://youtu.be/1V8oE9PAO9k?si=X6RJWsNDXP-295DB
This post is about the unconstitutional Iran war. Yes, for now it's an unproven conspiracy theory, but I believe it to be true The Trump people can't get their stories straight about our purposes in going to war. The airwaves are full of speculation about possible motivations. But no one has mentioned another possibility (or, could it be "probability"?}, namely, that a motive might be profiteering, perhaps, even by someone as straight-laced as our President. Nah. No way! Impossible! Even the thought is gross. America would never have bestowed its highest office on a crook. Nixon said he wasn't a crook and, I'm sure, Trump would proclaim the same if he were accused of being a crook. Would anyone in his or her right mind be so crazy as to think or assert that a President of the United States, especially one as virtuous as Trump, would ever start a war to make money? Banish the thought! Insane!! Never Trump---he's 100% straight arrow. Consider this far-fetched example: Could it ever be conceived (even remotely) that someone as honest as Netanyahu and/or his "pro-Iranian" pals ever stoop so low as to secretly place oodles and oodles of cash in some foreign bank for our President, or (even more preposterous) that a President as honest and ethical as Trump might accept it, just as he did with that jet. Heresy. Crazy. Our country, after all, is exceptional. It would never allow any President to remain in office who might be willing to start or even think of starting an illegal war in exchange for something as mundane as money. Maybe I've consumed too many gummies; maybe old age has finally gotten the better of me. But, my delusions aside, will there ever be a time when the list of war motivations will be expanded to include those that I can't purge from my head? I doubt it.
One of my favorite slogans is "WE CAN DO WHAT I CANNOT!"
Together we win, together we encourage each other, together we are stronger than only one of us!
I understand in the House vote- four democrats voted with the republicans. Hopefully the latest release of some of the Epstein files will bring renewed interest and drive trump further into looney tunes!!
Only someone who wants to build the most beautiful ballroom in the world would demand ending the war on these terms: (1) unconditional surrender and (2) I get to select your new leaders! It's entirely transactional because once the war is over I will MIGA! In the meantime, loose lips have made it public knowledge that the military is going to run out of bombs and missiles and is negotiating with Ukraine (who holds some cards after all) to buy interceptors. Good news for ____ ? So much for the art of the deal.
I'm very proud to be a part of the resistance team from Minnesota. But most of us truly believe that ICE is not out of our City. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that 650 ICE agents remain in Minnesota weeks after the border czar announced the end of the operation. That is quadruple the 150 agents Tom Horman said would remain here. They also reported that there were 4,000 ice agents here at Peak. We all remain vigilant, and are still watching out for our neighbors who live in fear everyday. The food drive deliveries are still taking place.
They haven't left Maine either. :-(
How about going after Stephen Miller
The ear phones and the table are waiting.
You are right that Minnesota deserves high praise but talking about what they are doing in the past tense implies that the surge is over. It is not, the means have simply changed. Here is a link to an informative instagram post to bring you up to date https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVhfHl4D18B/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Here is the lead to donate to Minnesota communities who are being impacted
https://givebutter.com/bloomingtonMA
Could you please post the substance directly into your comment? Unless you have an Instagram account, the material is not available. Thanks.
The best I could get just now from instagram as far as a transcript (I am not on Instagram but it allowed me to listen; recorded as much as I could on my phone):
"March 5th, 2026. Let's see if this breaks through. I doubt it will, but I need you to know what's happening. Don't forget about us.
"They are spreading out…So they’re less active in the metro now, but they’re in communities that are less equipped to hold them accountable. There were multiple shipments of new vehicles arriving at the Whipple Federal building this week. just today 24 to 28 brand new Chevy Tahoes arrived along with building materials. Those are all things they’re gonna be using against our communities. There are multiple reports that they are using deceptive tactics to detain people like driving vans that say they’re part of a Plumbing business when they’re obviously not. So far since January 1 there have been 76 deportation flights out of Minnesota and over 3000 of our neighbors have been removed from the state. One of those flights arrived just today. Now the Minnesota legislative session is currently underway for 2026 and, if you don’t know, the Minnesota house is tied 67 to 67 so Republicans and Democrats have basically been duking it out. it’s been very ugly so far and Democrats have brought multiple bills to committees to hold them accountable, including keeping them away from schools and childcare centers, and so far Republicans are killing everything in committee. It is not going well. So that’s your update. It’s still bad here. We still have families sheltering, we still have families whose rent was due on March 1 and they can’t pay it so I guess if you wanna help us out there’s a link in my bio. thanks."
Perhaps someone on Instagram can post the link?
I posted this link to donate to this thread
Thank you for this! It never occurred to me to record it!
I understand that not everyone has an Instagram account but I sincerely hope you do. It is a great source for “on the ground” reporting, especially on issues that MSM have dropped the ball on. ICE has not left Minnesota, shipments of Chevy Tahoes are arriving at ICE facilities, along with building materials, the surge has moved out of the city into the rural areas, where there are fewer resources for fighting back, people are still in hiding, women are still giving birth at home with a cadre of volunteer midwives, children are still being escorted by teachers and volunteers to and from school.
The video is full of information and I can’t get a transcript but I’m trying to figure out how to post a screenshot of a comment from the post. I’m new to Substack so don’t fully understand the process yet.
Maybe they changed who can see it because I could and I don't do Instagram. ?
Another great Robert post. My take: Minnesotans are true heroes and patriots. Epstein documents promised are still missing? What a surprise. What is in the 3 million pages we haven't seen yet? A billion a day for a war with no known "day after" plan outlined? 6 months at that cost? Our tax dollars yet people have their health care costs go up because of cuts? Totally wrong and should not be happening. Daines is a big Fatsby supporter—no surprise if the fix is in. Maybe Bodnar is good alternative who can win like Tester did in that red state. I hope Minnesota goes after Noem for state crimes and the fed for perjury charges re testimony to the House. That seems appropriate. She said Fatsby approved the expensive filming of her ad too which he denies. Halligan clearly should lose her license. Sure Bondi wants to control state bar investigations. Her turn is waiting in the wings. Perjury charges should also be on the menu for her. Remember that was the charge against Comey.
Anybody in the Bay Area want to get together over a beer or coffee and brainstorm how to put some new words to well-known melodies to provide some marching songs for No Kings? I've got some very complete songbooks, or we could make a decent start by borrowing some Beatles' tunes. Good tempo, catchy, familiar, repeatable chorus. I'm in the East Bay, but can also do on Zoom if you can set it up. Melodic@sonic.net
Here's a good song "For What It's Worth" Buffalo Springfield 1967. And don't have to change the words
I would but I'm with a few hundred miles of being as far away from you, in the continental US as possible. (ME) Good luck though, we need a theme song!
Staffing for s six-month war. Already? We were told 3-4 weeks. This looks the age-old war play that it has been - just on a different stage with not very good directors.
Ah yes, Kristi Noem is learning what it's like to be loyal to a man who has loyalty to no one but himself. As for who is next Kash Patel, Pam Bondi, Robert Kennedy, or Tulsi Gabbard, I wouldn't hold my breath. These snakes seem to have a stronger sense of self-preservation. In other news, I was at a conference last week and talked to a man from Minnesota. I immediately told him how grateful those of who look on in horror are. He said things are much worse than people think. He cited several examples of people having to be holed up for weeks at a time, fearful of going out. He said citizen groups are being schooled in how to help, and that the situation is dire. It seems that ICE is letting up in Minneapolis, but only to go into smaller towns and areas and continuing their insidious action. See Mark's comment below. The people of Minnesota are so brave!
I have relatives in Minneapolis and that's what they are telling us, too. It is all so wrong.
Patel has been border line for a few months. He's next. DT likes Bondi but she's so bad she's going to get herself in trouble testifying, bad enough that DT won't be able to save her. WE need to keep the focus on ICE. They haven't gone away!
I'll just say once again that the protest photos at the end of your newsletters are just the best! I especially love it when I feel they are representing what I would consider a red leaning area. But today, your photo from Borrego Spings, CA......their dog looks just like ours! She was a rescue from Mexico and I seriously wonder if they are siblings! Thanks Robert, for everyday!