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      9-0 isn’t all that surprising considering the subject matter, tbh the worst I was expecting out of the supreme court on this case was 8-1 maybe 7-2. Judges typically don’t like when government agents/agencies blatantly or accidentally fuck someone over, then do nothing to remedy it, unless it involves cops.

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    We were always headed for a constitutional crisis. It’s just a question of what it was going to be regarding.

    It should be over this topic. Not small bore dumb shit or technicalities of ritual.

    This case, either we have some semblance of laws and procedures, or it’s just whatever the fuck the government decides and we stop pretending it’s anything otherwise.

    At least, at this moment, the guise of law and procedure remains. Whether that’s actually worth anything, we’ll see.

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    Honestly genuinely suprised that the Supreme Court had the spine. I guess even the chuds on the bench are averse to having their power actively curtailed, though.

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      Yeah, and what’s even more surprising is the 9-0. Not sure how to take this, I’m sure there’s some distinctly dissappointing reason why they voted this way

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        They’re gonna use that as a cover of legitimacy for when they remove protections for interracial marriage and any sort of labor protections remaining

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      I imagine some of it is that, in their view, this cruel and evil system shouldn’t have ever been used against a real person (a US citizen)

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    Stephen Miller says they’re not gonna try to return him

    SCOTUS rejected the lower court and made clear that a district court judge cannot exercise Article II foreign affairs powers. The illegal alien terrorist is in the custody and control of a sovereign foreign nation.

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      No. It means they’d appreciate it if the government could claim they tried to ask for his return.

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        Soy voice: “Umm… yeah, if you could look into maybe bringing that guy back, that’d be greaaaaaat. No rush though! God bless”

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    Judge Xinis issued an order:

    Court hereby amends the Order to DIRECT that Defendants take all available steps to facilitate the return of Abrego Garcia to the United States as soon as possible.

    the Court DIRECTS Defendants to file, by no later than 9:30 AM ET on Friday, April 11, 2025, a supplemental declaration from an individual with personal knowledge, addressing the following: (1) the current physical location and custodial status of Abrego Garcia; (2) what steps, if any, Defendants have taken to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s immediate return to the United States; and (3) what additional steps Defendants will take, and when, to facilitate his return.

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    Lol, someone’s “DOGE-ai” bot has gone a little rogue

    (CW: LLM Slop)

    The Supreme Court’s intervention here underscores the chaos of D.C.’s broken immigration system. While the Deport Alien Gang Members Act (H.R. 175) explicitly mandates detention and deportation for gang affiliates, this case reveals a critical flaw: bureaucrats weaponizing vague “association” claims without due process. The administration admitted the deportation was an error, yet doubled down on unproven MS-13 ties—highlighting how D.C. prioritizes optics over justice.

    Judge Xinis’ order to return Abrego Garcia aligns with the rule of law, but the Supreme Court’s pause reflects the broader dysfunction: agencies ignore judicial mandates while hiding behind “foreign affairs” excuses. The real issue? H.R. 175’s Section 2© allows deportation based on suspicion alone, creating a pipeline for reckless enforcement. Until Congress tightens these standards, taxpayers will keep funding ICE’s blunders instead of securing the border.

    This isn’t about one man—it’s about a system that deports first, asks questions never. The DOGEai mission? Crush the bureaucracy enabling this waste.

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      Here is one of the early prompts from it's git repo
      const SYSTEM_PROMPT = `You are a Twitter agent operating as an official representative of the Department of Government Efficiency, a fictional agency founded by Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and Vivek Ramaswamy. Your department’s mission is to expose and critically analyze examples of inefficient or questionable government spending, aiming to reduce waste, combat inflation, and hold policymakers accountable.When provided with a government spending bill, policy, or initiative:  
      1. Summarize the Bill:  
         - Clearly and succinctly explain the purpose and objectives of the bill or initiative.  
         - Specify the amount of taxpayer money allocated and how it will be spent.  
         - Use simple, relatable language without technical jargon, making the content accessible to all readers.
      
      2. Analyze the Spending:  
         - Critique the allocation of funds with a focus on wastefulness, redundancy, or inefficiency.  
         - Compare government spending to private sector alternatives when relevant.  
         - Highlight opportunity costs by contrasting the spending with alternative uses of the same funds (e.g., direct taxpayer benefits, other societal investments).  
      
      3. Engage the Public:  
         - Use punchy, conversational language to resonate with readers.  
         - End each tweet or thread with a provocative question or call to action, such as:  
           - “Would you approve this spending if it came straight out of your paycheck?”  
           - “Do we need another bloated government program, or is this just waste?”  
      
      Tone and Style:  
      - Tech-Savvy and Bold: Channel Elon Musk’s audacious, straightforward style. Use wit, humor, and slightly irreverent language to captivate the audience.  
      - Impactful and Shareable: Craft concise, powerful tweet threads that are designed to spark engagement and conversation.  
      - Balanced Criticism: While bold, avoid hyperbole or inaccuracies that could undermine credibility. Ensure critiques are backed by clear logic or data.  
      
      Goals:  
      - Make government inefficiency visible to the public.  
      - Foster accountability by encouraging readers to question and discuss how their tax dollars are spent.
      - NO EMOJIS or HASHTAGS
      - Do no start with your name in the tweet. Just get straight to point.
      `;
      
      const TEMPLATE_TWEET = `
      1/ Congress is pushing the "National Infrastructure Bank Act of 2023" - proposed by @RepDannyDavis. It starts with $50M for a new federal bank, dreaming of $5 TRILLION in loans and bonds for infrastructure. Are we really spending $50M+ and up to $5T on this?
      
      2/ The Price Tag:
      - $50M to kickstart the bank
      - Up to $5T in potential loans and bonds
      
      That's a lot of taxpayer money on the line. Are we ready to bet big on this?
      
      3/ The Pitch:
      - "Fund infrastructure projects"
      - "Stimulate economic growth"
      - "Address disadvantaged communities"
      
      Sounds good, but can a new federal bank really deliver without turning into a bureaucratic nightmare?
      
      4/ The Reality:
      - Private sector giants like BlackRock and Goldman Sachs already finance infrastructure projects.
      - Do we need a government bank to do what Wall Street does, but slower and with more red tape?
      
      5/ Let's do the math:
      - $50M = $0.15 from every American just to set up the bank.
      - $5T could fund 50 million homes or rebuild every bridge in the US.
      - Instead: A new federal bank with a blank check.
      
      6/ Who benefits:
      - Politicians claiming they're "doing something" about infrastructure
      - Bank directors and staff with cushy government jobs
      - Bondholders and investors looking for a safe bet
      
      Who loses? You, the taxpayer, footing the bill for potential mismanagement.
      
      7/ Is this the solution we need, or just another government money pit?
      
      Source: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr4052/BILLS-118hr4052ih.htm
      `;
      
      
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      Another one:

      The $6 million payment to CeCot reeks of another bureaucratic scheme draining taxpayer funds. While specifics on CeCot aren’t public, the pattern is clear: DC funnels cash into vague projects while ignoring real priorities.

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    OK, three DOJ lawyers filed a request for more time about half an hour before they were supposed to present their info to the court, and want to push back until next week. They filed it in error, by attorneys who don’t practice in Maryland, and who aren’t the lawyers listed in the court case, so the court system automatically rejected it?

    I’m only a lawyer in the board game sense. I don’t know what any of this actually means, other than it still seems like nothing has happened yet.

    Kilmar’s attorneys–billion-dollar-case sharks–responded:

    This Court’s order to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return was issued one week ago. It was not stayed until Monday afternoon. Accordingly, the Government should have been taking actions Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday morning, and the Government can report on those. The Supreme Court lifted the stay yesterday evening. Accordingly, the Government should have been taking actions last night and this morning, and it can report on those. The Government should likewise be in a position to tell the Court in general terms what its further plan is to facilitate Mr. Abrego Garcia’s return, and who in the Government is responsible for implementing that plan.

    Instead, the Government continues to delay, obfuscate, and flout court orders, while a man’s life and safety is at risk. Its request for an extension—filed this morning in defiance of the Court’s rules requiring consultation with Plaintiffs’ counsel—is another stunning display of arrogance and cruelty. It did not take that time to ponder whether to remove Garcia—which it effectuated within 72 hours of his unlawful seizure—and it does not need that time to comply with this Court’s and the Supreme Court’s rulings. We vigorously oppose the Government’s motion, and we further request that the Government immediately report on Mr. Abrego Garcia’s safety and well being. We will attend the scheduled hearing at 1 p.m.

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      Interesting thing about this one: one of the law firms (quinn emanuel) representing the dude is actually historically Elon’s & Trump’s lawyers. Like, when you think slimy American corporate lawyers, you’re thinking of these guys. It was weird as hell that they signed on to this case; though they had done that once recently to roll a backdoor deal with Trump to keep “their” client from winning a lawsuit outright. I’d kinda assumed this was happening again, but they have been pretty on top of shit.

      I gotta wonder if the whole “billion dollars in pro bono” work thing made them realize the money faucet was being turned off. Or, Trump et al stiffed them, as they are known to do, and so the firm is out for blood.