"We will have very different leverage" in budget negotiations if Democrats win control of Congress, Senator Elizabeth Warren told reporters in Des Moines on Monday.

I heard some brave testimony on Thursday at an Iowa Senate subcommittee on a bill that would redefine child abuse in Iowa to exclude actions that "raise, guide, and instruct a child in a manner consistent with the child’s sex." LGBTQ advocates warn the bill would greenlight "conversion therapy."

From "KHOI's Capitol Week," some thoughts on the constitutional amendment that Iowans will vote on this November.

From the latest "KHOI's Capitol Week": I noticed something when looking at the map of counties carried by Randy Feenstra and Zach Lahn in yesterday's #IAGov primary. It seems like Lahn's TV ads were effective.

ICYMI last week: Iowa House Republicans gave final approval to what State Rep. Austin Baeth (a medical doctor) called a “pro-cancer” bill.

Eye-opening: State Senator Janet Petersen @janet4iowa.bsky.social revealed last Wednesday that Iowa now has only one investigator looking into student abuse, after that was moved from the Dept of Education to HHS. Also, "student abuse" is defined in a way that doesn't cover many types of abuse.

Are Republicans getting worried about the Iowa secretary of agriculture race? A national GOP group gave Mike Naig's campaign $150K this year—about three-quarters of his total fundraising haul. Democrat Chris Jones is making this election a referendum on water quality in Iowa.

Ashley Hinson's campaign is turning Democrats away from her meet and greets, including Kasey Conrad and friends, who RSVP'd and had tickets for Tuesday's event in Mt. Pleasant. As a member of Congress, Hinson hasn't held a town hall open to the public since last August. #IASen

On Thursday I asked Iowa Senate Majority Leader Mike Klimesh what's hanging up a bill that would make animal torture a felony offense in Iowa. (The House approved the bill unanimously more than a month ago.) #ialegis

Iowa House and Senate Republicans are still far apart on property tax reform. One of the sticking points is whether to raise taxes on apartment buildings. From the latest "Iowa Down Ballot" podcast:

In our capitalist society, we don't begrduge those who are either born rich or become wealthy. What's repulsive about Donald #Trump is that he seems to hate people who are not rich like himself, and will act to cause them harm.

Wrapping up our #NCBD video reviews, it's @juanreadscomic.bsky.social with his thoughts on D'Orc #4 from @imagecomics.bsky.social #d'orc #comics #review

🤣 Rage Against the Machine! @ruh-roh.bsky.social ☕ Cheers!

June award winners The East Pointers

This Is What Heartbreak Does to Your Brain 💔 Heartbreak activates the same brain regions as physical pain. That ache in your chest isn’t imaginary. It’s real. 💔

#VisibilityBrigade #democracy @maddow.bsky.social #rights #civilrights #usa #mayday @visibilitybrigade.bsky.social @rosaliewong.bsky.social @jesscraven101.bsky.social @emmatk.bsky.social @hcrichardson.bsky.social #epstein #ice #freespeech #boycott #fascism #freedom #tennessee

The Better Way to Read Tired of the blue light from screens? Switch to physical books with this eye-friendly clip-on light. Perfect for late nights and long flights. #TrendPikz #Bookish #Tech #Cozy

Gutted to have missed this great gig in yesterday celebrating the Butchers Apron led by Tel Aviv Tommy

There is still time! We pray for our leaders to do what is right but we must also call and tell them to VOTE NO on H.R.1 Budget Bill 🚫 📲 visit sojo.net/bill to contact congress

I really do not understand people who can't just tell someone to go fuck themselves. somebody stole subnautica 2 before release, and the response to it was fucking ineffectual. just call the person a motherfucker next time

🚨 Take action today: demand Congress rein in Trump’s abuse of executive power. Checks and balances exist for a reason, and lawmakers must not stand by while presidential power is pushed past constitutional limits. actionnetwork.org/letters/stop... #ProtectDemocracy #NoOneIsAboveTheLaw

From the Island into your hands. 🏝️➡️🤲 The Rust X Lootroom collection brings to life your favourite Rust loot. Check out the full collection here: https://lootroom.com/collections/rust-general

We tried this year's Fan Fest Nights Dining Pass and are sharing our thoughts and tips so that you can maximize your time and money #UniversalFFN 🌐

"I'm proud to be autistic." @jenxofficial.bsky.social, creator of YouTube series "Curious About Welsh?" on the way being on the spectrum helps her learn new languages. Last week's 95.5 FM Hot Seat: Media Monday is streaming! 👍😎 #Welsh 🖥 YouTube: youtu.be/_xJD6bzY6ZA 🎧 Spotify: shorturl.at/wHvhC

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TikTok removed my last video and censored yesterday's. The topic was the Trump administration handing nearly two billion dollars of your tax money to fossil fuel companies as a written condition of killing American wind energy. Every single fact came directly from a federal government press release.

Congress seems to have forgotten all about their checks and balances. So, this thoughtful doodler made them an easy-to-follow checklist.✅🍑 #doodle #introvert #protest #contactyourreps #doodleselfcare #TX #resist #bigmad #artrage #snailmail

Emergency! S01E09 - Dilemma Clip number 0077 #KMG-365 #emergency

Trossards through-ball to Havertz, creates another chance for Eze… #Arsenal #COYG #AFC #Gunners #EPL #PremierLeague #ARSBUR

What if ancient spiritual traditions understood reality long before modern science began to explain it? Watch the full conversation and decide for yourself.

Big political question for Democrats: Focus on affordability or the corruption of the Trump Regime? @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social believes they are related and people are beginning to see the connection. bit.ly/Click-2-Listen YouTu.be/VCOG6f_iHcQ

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Let’s walk & explore. Discover the benefits of walking and wheeling this #NationalWalkingMonth. Get inspired at walkingscotland.org.uk.

Ice Cream Talking Cartoon Characters www.icecreamtalkingcartoonrecipes.com/ Ice cream chocolate is dribbling through chopped nuts, but caramel is all over him - TWEET , FOUL, FREE THROW! Candy basketballs aim for the hoop.

The Ruidoso community has faced historic wildfire & flooding. They've been working on recovery efforts, spending money, time, & so much effort to rebuild. Last night, another blow with record floodwaters sweeping through. We have crews bringing the latest on air & online @krqe.com

Hegseth: US seeks stable equilibrium, not hegemony, to preserve regiona For daily global news videos, please visit Ranked.News/videos

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Student journalists take important risks because they report on authority figures who can control their academic futures. Eric Gustafson tells @greenwell.bsky.social how his students refused their school's demands for advanced review of their investigations. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

After 20 years, YouTube is its own economy, and according to Matthew Patrick, aka MatPat, its time for creators to take the reins. Matthew and Stephanie Patrick broke down their retirement for Like & Subscribe's Natalie Jarvey at NAB Show in Vegas - mrf.lu/pp_d

Verse for the Day: This isn’t hype. Not an empty 'Positive Thought' for a Monday morning. It’s a claim about reality. Some doors are quite simply opened by God - and only He carries the keys. Then the question is not can it be opened? Then the question is will you walk through it? (Happy Monday.)

Discover how WWII stamps carried hope, courage & connection. ✉️🌍 More than postage—they were lifelines, symbols of resilience & history. Perfect for history buffs & philatelists! Explore their stories & bring history home with our framed stamp displays. #W 👉 https://obelisk-stamps.com/a/EYLJOj

Es gibt immer Aufregung, wenn kostenloser ÖPNV gefordert wird. Aber Straßen sind auch kostenlos, und die Verkehrspolizei und die Rettungsdienste und das hinterfragt auch niemand. Alles eine Frage des politischen Willen und der politischen Agenda.

I’m Stephanie Murphy—and I’m running for Mayor of Orange County, Florida. I was honored to represent parts of Orange County in Congress. I’m ready to bring my results-driven approach to our community so we can grow smarter, make life more affordable, and build a better future.

Been taking this time off to pour into myself more 🥰🥰🥰 Trying different Mocktails and solo dinner dates have become my new favorite thing 💚

Our OPUS: Prism Peak review: catwithmonocle.com/news/2026/04... #OPUSPrismPeak

One-button start, cup cup gold; paper cup machine, for you to open the wealth assembly line.

The US Navy football team presents President Trump with a football and helmet.

Knicks fam shows up everywhere we go 🧡💙 We collaborated with @Chase to surprise fans with a trip to Game 4. Original post

Morning Minute feat. WisPolitics.com luncheon with @repgreta.bsky.social discussing the failed surplus deal. 📺 wiseye.org/2026/05/14/w... 🫶 wiseye.org/donate 📧 wiseye.org/newsletters #wisconsineye #wisconsin #wipolitics #politics #wibudget

The big day is here! The reopening of our refurbished pavilion with bar, live music and food from the Sizzlin' Rig! What more could you want from a Friday evening?! Everyone is welcome.

We would love your support. America Connected is a nonprofit working to connect the world through education, cultural understanding, and global collaboration. Every contribution helps. givebutter.com/35TntF Thank you for being part of this mission.

The Bottled Water Scam Exposed. Stop paying the thirst tax, sip the facts, then keep your cash and cut the plastic 💧♻️ Watch now: https://youtu.be/6BGAscLL0NM #BottledWater #ConsumerTruth #Sustainability #WatchNow

"DOINK!"

Who does he think he is Ka$h Patel?

🙌 Happy National Day to all our #CEPOL partners and followers from Italy! #StrongerTogether

The first, and only, chemistry prize awarded to two women; long-awaited lithium ion prizes and more have featured on our November covers in the last 20 years. Rupali Dabas highlights some of our favourites!

The Andy Griffith Show United States (US) #TheAndyGriffithShow #UnitedStates

Angel Reese block from behind #WNBA

PILEDRIVER! #AEWDynamite