Action Alert
Good news
In a new filing, ABC accused the FCC of violating its free speech rights, potentially setting the stage for a protracted, high-stakes legal battle between the network and the Trump administration.
Palestinian photographer Saher Alghorra won the 2026 Pulitzer Prize in breaking news photography for his documentation of the toll of Israel’s attacks in Gaza.
Atlantic reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick has refused to back down after the FBI launched a leak investigation into her reporting about Kash Patel. In fact, she dropped another bombshell piece about personalized branded bourbon. In Missouri, the Respect MO Voters Coalition turned in a record-breaking number of petition signatures for a 2026 constitutional amendment to preserve citizens’ initiatives.
Kacey Musgraves partnered with Depop to sell items from her wardrobe, and all proceeds will support immigrant children.
The newly appointed speaker of Hungary’s parliament ordered the EU flag be hung back on the building, ending its long absence under nationalist Viktor Orban.
A panel of federal judges found Trump had violated the law when he imposed a 10 percent tariff on most U.S. imports, dealing yet another legal setback to the White House in its efforts to wage a trade war without the express permission of Congress.
On the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, wildlife has fully reclaimed the nuclear wasteland.
A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit against Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes that sought to force him to turn over voters’ private information. It’s the department’s sixth straight loss in its efforts to obtain voter data from states.
CT Gov. Ned Lamont signed into law a bill that, among other changes, would allow people to sue immigration agents and other federal law enforcement in state court.
A federal judge ruled that the terminations of hundreds of humanities grants last year by DOGE were unconstitutional, and involved "blatant" discrimination.
Senator Ron Johnson’s term expires in less than 1,000 days.
Republicans improved their baseline seat expectations in the 2026 House race thanks to recent redistricting developments, but House Democrats remain favored due to a very positive national environment that makes it likely that 2026 will see a notable shift to the left from the 2024 presidential race. Source: Decision Desk HQ.
Things you can do right now
1. Oppose the “Ballroom Bill”
The bill gives more money to ICE, CBP, and Trump’s hated ballroom while adding $71 billion to the deficit. 5 Calls has a good link to get you started.
2. Contact your MOC and ask them to support the PREDICT Act
This is a bipartisan bill that will ban members of Congress, the president, vice president, and senior executive branch officials from trading on prediction markets tied to political events and policy decisions. You can find senators here and representatives here. Here is some sample language:
"Please support and pass the PREDICT Act. Public officials should not be able to profit from betting on political events or government decisions over which they have influence or when they have access to insider knowledge. That’s a clear conflict of interest. The PREDICT Act would ban this practice, extend the rules to close family members and staff, and hold violators accountable. This is a simple, common-sense step to restore trust in government."
3. Stop Funding for Border Patrol and ICE in the Reconciliation Bill
This funding is on top of the $70 billion they already received in the “Big Beautiful Bill.” Call Republican senators here and Republican representatives here.
4. Start Writing Those Postcards NOW for Midterms
The Progressive Turnout Project targets inconsistent voters who will likely vote blue with a handwritten postcard they’ll receive before the midterm election. You'll receive a minimum of 100 state-specific postcards to work on over the next months. Postcards are free but we supply the $0.61 postcard stamps and mail all the postcards in early October. Their website is periodically updated. Sign up here.
Announcements
Monthly ISP Meeting
May 14, 6:30 pm
Sauk Prairie Police Department
640 13th Street, Prairie du Sac
Save the Date: Meet and Greet with Ryan Jesberger
Candidate for Sauk County Sheriff
May 18, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
River Arts Gallery, Prairie du Sac
Space is limited to please:
Meet the gubernatorial candidates
The Mazo Muddlers have an exciting series of in-person meet & greet events with candidates for Governor of Wisconsin. This is your chance to hear directly from the candidates and ask questions. See the linked invite/RSVP form. Space is limited, so RSVP if going.
That's a wrap! Thank you for all you do and please try to attend the meetings above, especially if they are near you.
