Afflict The Comfortable. Comfort The Afflicted. Tabs, Fri., Jan. 30, 2026 The publication is facing financial difficulties and is requesting donations from readers to maintain its ad-free, paywall-free model. Several news items are highlighted, including concerns about election integrity in Georgia and North Carolina, alleged lies by ICE, and legal proceedings involving individuals like Marimar Martinez and Alex Pretti. Additionally, the article criticizes a new CBS medical expert hired by Bari Weiss and mentions other miscellaneous news and upcoming events.

• The publication is seeking donations to sustain its ad-free and paywall-free operations.
• Concerns are raised about the seizure of 2020 ballots in Fulton County, Georgia, and voter disenfranchisement in North Carolina.
• ICE is accused of lying about violent incidents, and a case involving Marimar Martinez is mentioned.
• A Minnesota judge ordered DHS to release refugees.
• A lawyer who prosecuted George Floyd’s killer is representing Alex Pretti’s family.
• An Illinois cop was sentenced for the death of Sonya Massey.
• A new CBS News medical expert is criticized for promoting unproven therapies and selling supplements.
• An Oakland police sergeant is noted for working excessive overtime.
• David Brooks is taking on a new role at Yale.
• A critical piece on the Washington Post under Jeff Bezos is referenced.
• Upcoming events include a memorial for Katy/Woman in the Persistence/Woman Coming Home and a movie night showing Labyrinth.