This person, with absolutely no real qualifications for the job, is on the cusp of a lifetime appointment to the federal judiciary. https://t.co/B8aCLtQzlu— Chris Hayes (@chrislhayes) November 21, 2017
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
This person, with absolutely no real qualifications for the job, is on the cusp of a lifetime appointment to the federal judiciary.
Analysis: A report shows the Senate GOP tax bill ultimately raises taxes on 50 percent of people. That’s a problem.
Analysis: A report shows the Senate GOP tax bill ultimately raises taxes on 50 percent of people. That’s a problem. https://t.co/28Psea6ksD— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 21, 2017
Trump FCC moving forward with change to TV ownership rules that critics say will benefit Sinclair
Trump FCC moving forward with change to TV ownership rules that critics say will benefit Sinclair https://t.co/cTQ9VdcK5E pic.twitter.com/TYUZ6gY6uX— The Hill (@thehill) November 22, 2017
Trump cedes Syrian post-war planning to Putin
Trump gives Syria to Putin. The home office is getting paid. https://t.co/x6E1izMJXY— 🚬Bongmaster🚬 (@jerweber) November 22, 2017
Google is getting pulled into a fight with Russia over RT and Sputnik
Google is getting pulled into a fight with Russia over RT and Sputnik https://t.co/cabWWu47Ip— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 22, 2017
Uber reveals cover-up of hack affecting 57M riders, drivers
Uber reveals cover-up of hack affecting 57M riders, drivers. https://t.co/vht2EeBos1— The Associated Press (@AP) November 22, 2017
JUST IN: Kushner worried Mueller's investigation will "get" Trump: report
JUST IN: Kushner worried Mueller's investigation will "get" Trump: report https://t.co/aQsjRA4t7x pic.twitter.com/8Fa3BbJhe7— The Hill (@thehill) November 21, 2017
What Happens If We Lose Net Neutrality? (Explained w Pizza)
What Happens If We Lose Net Neutrality? (Explained w Pizza)
Basic breakdown of what happens if we let this administration & big corporations do away with #NetNeutrality using everyone’s favorite food 🍕 pic.twitter.com/V9kvcaLVOp— Simar (@sahluwal) November 21, 2017
Additional remains of Sgt. La David Johnson found in Niger
This is heartbreaking. And to think Myeshia also had to deal with that racist bigot @realDonaldTrump while grieving and wondering. https://t.co/ZidFamtxjJ— Amy Siskind (@Amy_Siskind) November 21, 2017
NEW: National Park gift shop sold wine from Virginia Trump winery
NEW: National Park gift shop sold wine from Virginia Trump winery https://t.co/RMIt2ElSce pic.twitter.com/N1iBtVOc2j— The Hill (@thehill) November 21, 2017
Special Counsel Mueller Probes Jared Kushner’s Contact With Foreign Leaders
BREAKING: Lying on his SF-86, Kushner concealed his shaping foreign policy WHILE OBAMA WAS STILL PRESIDENT 😡 https://t.co/IG7fHwj2AK— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) November 21, 2017
DC to rename street outside Russian embassy after murdered Putin opponent
DC to rename street outside Russian embassy after murdered Putin opponent https://t.co/KXbJTfZr9G pic.twitter.com/2vcSaseSkK— The Hill (@thehill) November 21, 2017
“KELLY HAS CLIPPED HIS WINGS”: JARED KUSHNER’S HORIZONS ARE COLLAPSING WITHIN THE WEST WING
“He keeps pressuring them to go."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) November 21, 2017
Trump, according to three people who’ve spoken to him, has advocated for Jared and Ivanka to return to New York in part because they are being damaged by negative press, VF reports. https://t.co/CTYvd3QTbj
TROJAN HORSE
MORE: Prince personally donated $250k to Trump coffers and to a pro-Trump super PAC led by Rebekah Mercer. Mercer owns Breitbart. Prince made several appearances on Bannon’s Breitbart Radio to spin up conspiracy theories about Clinton e-mails w @ZevShalev https://t.co/NEuhxQSTxz— Tracie (@traciemac_Bmore) November 21, 2017
Panel of elite economists: almost no one thinks GOP tax plan will substantially raise GDP.
Panel of elite economists: almost no one thinks GOP tax plan will substantially raise GDP.— Catherine Rampell (@crampell) November 21, 2017
And everyone thinks it will substantially increase debt-to-GDP. https://t.co/c2m1XqwTIj pic.twitter.com/7RcpzhPXV8
Donald Trump's science office is a ghost town
It is appalling that an office that has been critical to innovation, research, and sound policy since 1976 is without leadership or direction. I will continue to call on @POTUS to fill key positions at the Office of Science and Technology Policy. https://t.co/ZhC6mdniKE— Sen. Maggie Hassan (@SenatorHassan) November 21, 2017
Robert Mugabe's resignation marks the an end of an era in Zimbabwe
Robert Mugabe's resignation marks the an end of an era in Zimbabwe - @McKenzieCNN explains what could happen next. Live updates: https://t.co/MC9SAlNjcV pic.twitter.com/RtLLYk8kHv— CNN (@CNN) November 21, 2017
Jubilation in Zimbabwe as Mugabe steps down
Jubilation in Zimbabwe as Mugabe steps down. Read more: https://t.co/fK2xgR7xxV via @ReutersTV via @edwardcropley pic.twitter.com/r9C1lig32p— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) November 21, 2017
Actuaries warn GOP: Repealing ObamaCare mandate will lead to massive premium increases
Actuaries warn GOP: Repealing ObamaCare mandate will lead to massive premium increases https://t.co/MZkNWkL9tP pic.twitter.com/ABOPJE6asR— The Hill (@thehill) November 21, 2017
Putin’s Strategy of Global Tension
Mystery: Who could be injuring US & Canadian diplomats in Cuba with sonic attacks?https://t.co/Rh2bKsrzDy— John Schindler (@20committee) November 21, 2017
BREAKING: President Trump and President Putin had a phone call this morning which lasted about an hour, according to the White House
BREAKING: President Trump and President Putin had a phone call this morning which lasted about an hour, according to the White House. One can only hope that Mueller was listening in!— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) November 21, 2017
It’s time to talk #NetNeutrality at the dinner table. Tell your family to speak up – it’s the only thing that can keep the internet free & fair for all — Chuck Schumer
It’s time to talk #NetNeutrality at the dinner table. Tell your family to speak up – it’s the only thing that can keep the internet free & fair for all. Take action: https://t.co/xDbFCIeMXR— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) November 21, 2017
He’s a Member of Congress. The Kremlin Likes Him so Much It Gave Him a Code Name
For 2 decades, @GOP Rep Dana Rohrabacher has been so valuable to the Kremlin, they gave him a code name. Now the Sen Intel Cmte wants to interview him as part of #TrumpRussia probe. About time.@MsMariaT #maddow https://t.co/2KCgBunIXy pic.twitter.com/crSaWqpgKz— Polly Sigh (@dcpoll) November 21, 2017
Trump: AT&T-Time Warner merger not good for the country
Trump: ATandamp;T-Time Warner merger not good for the country https://t.co/H3ZSXzpG5k— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) November 21, 2017
Second federal judge halts Trumps transgender military ban
Second federal judge halts Trumps transgender military ban https://t.co/3ufmkon7P3— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) November 21, 2017
Trump, commenting on Roy Moore sexual assault allegations: “You don't need someone who's soft on crime like [Doug] Jones.”
Trump, commenting on Roy Moore sexual assault allegations: “You don't need someone who's soft on crime like [Doug] Jones.” pic.twitter.com/CdnZZhRTSh— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) November 21, 2017
The Trump W.H. tried to block public access to visitor logs of 5 federal offices working directly for the president.
The Trump W.H. tried to block public access to visitor logs of 5 federal offices working directly for the president.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) November 21, 2017
ProPublica has published them here, following a successful lawsuit from a DC-based transparency group. https://t.co/IcrNKdF4f9
Putin informs Trump of outcome of meeting with Syria's Assad
Putin informs Trump of outcome of meeting with Syria's Assad https://t.co/LlPIwgHtVt pic.twitter.com/dlbd5O5tkc— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) November 21, 2017
"Let me just tell you Roy Moore denies it—he totally denies it." Donald Trump
"Let me just tell you Roy Moore denies it—he totally denies it." Donald Trump— Scott Dworkin (@funder) November 21, 2017
Trump believes Roy Moore & thinks every single one of the victims is lying. He went on to tell people to vote for Moore over Jones.#TrumpSexProbe #TrumpSexPredator #NoMoorepic.twitter.com/iFRO4mL1cd
The Trump campaign has stopped paying legal bills for Trump Jr. and is setting up a legal defense fund for him and other campaign staffers
The Trump campaign has stopped paying legal bills for Trump Jr. and is setting up a legal defense fund for him and other campaign staffers https://t.co/7L34DAqpyQ— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) November 21, 2017
Trump’s recklessness is magnifying the military’s political power — and independence
If we saw the military in another country gaining this much political power and public trust at a time when elected officials were so loathed, I think we’d rightly worry about the future of that country’s political system: https://t.co/uMwATu4saV— Ezra Klein (@ezraklein) November 20, 2017
The FCC is planning to introduce a plan that completely repeals #NetNeutrality this week. Here's what you need to know
The FCC is planning to introduce a plan that completely repeals #NetNeutrality this week. Here's what you need to know. https://t.co/dEHkO49vIw #SaveNetNeutrality— ACLU (@ACLU) November 21, 2017
BREAKING. Trump On Roy Moore race— “we don’t need a liberal democrat in that seat.”
Wow
BREAKING. Trump On Roy Moore race— “we don’t need a liberal democrat in that seat.” pic.twitter.com/TulbsnMHFC— Ryan Nobles (@ryanobles) November 21, 2017
Former Blackwater chief to testify to House panel in Russia inquiry
Well looky here...it appears that @BetsyDeVosED brother, Erik Prince, Mr Backchannel via Seychelles via Russia time in the barrel is...soonish😂🤣😂https://t.co/FEYfEjba4P— Alt-SeanSpicer'sMic (@Alt_Spicerlies) November 21, 2017
If we lose net neutrality, you lose the equivalent to the first amendment of the internet and all Americans lose
If we lose net neutrality, you lose the equivalent to the first amendment of the internet and all Americans lose. #FOCUS. https://t.co/PQeDydGwZh— OperationWolverines (@OpWolverines) November 21, 2017
More U.S. troops have died in war zones this year than in 2016 - first time in 6 years the number of service members killed overseas increased over previous year.
More U.S. troops have died in war zones this year than in 2016 - first time in 6 years the number of service members killed overseas increased over previous year. Some blame Trump's decision to increase military presence in multiple theaters.#DemForce— Mike #DemForce (@MikeEdBaker) November 20, 2017
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Pres. Trump plans to speak with Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin today, White House says.
Pres. Trump plans to speak with Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin today, White House says. https://t.co/seIuPfUnZd pic.twitter.com/YL0kDCxhyx— ABC News (@ABC) November 21, 2017
Lies, Incoherence and Rage on Tax Cuts
Lies, Incoherence and Rage on Tax Cuts via @NYTimes https://t.co/RY93FzXSwL— Sonja (@Sonja_Ann) November 21, 2017
One month before the Trump administration reversed a ban on the import of body parts from African elephants, federal officials quietly loosened restrictions on the importation of heads and hides of lions.
One month before the Trump administration reversed a ban on the import of body parts from African elephants, federal officials quietly loosened restrictions on the importation of heads and hides of lions. https://t.co/5Wh8cjcBSf— necn (@NECN) November 21, 2017
What EPA chief Scott Pruitt promised — and what he’s done
What EPA chief Scott Pruitt promised — and what he’s done https://t.co/w1zGAxGGIL via @alexcguillen and @emilyhholden pic.twitter.com/pmWNiAFpBU— POLITICO (@politico) November 21, 2017
NEW @FEC FILING: @RNC paid $342k in legal fees last month.
NEW @FEC FILING: @RNC paid $342k in legal fees last month. https://t.co/0X2hKBElDh pic.twitter.com/grII1ZU4jn— Kenneth P. Vogel (@kenvogel) November 21, 2017
BREAKING: President Trump has added to his schedule today a phone call with Vladmir Putin. It is supposedly taking place sometime before noon.
BREAKING: President Trump has added to his schedule today a phone call with Vladmir Putin. It is supposedly taking place sometime before noon.— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) November 21, 2017
Dear Robert Mueller, please get your wiretaps ready!
As the FBI Closes In, Trump's Lawyers Are Scrambling to Keep Him Calm
As the FBI Closes In, Trump's Lawyers Are Scrambling to Keep Him Calm - Vanity Fair https://t.co/G56gEkCdDc pic.twitter.com/HejpSeYeYj— rnld (@mscrynld) November 20, 2017
Russia probe: Trump's tweets could be evidence against him, legal experts say
Experts say that Trump's Twitter habit may become a legal liability for him, as his latest tweets about the Russia investigation could help build a potential case against him for obstruction of justice or witness intimidation.https://t.co/8K6Jyao452— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) November 21, 2017
Note to Robert Mueller: Hope Hicks Was Part of the Cover-Up
Note to Robert Mueller: Hope Hicks Was Part of the Cover-Up https://t.co/8Ah6MnSJ9q pic.twitter.com/nJhNp04Pyn— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) November 21, 2017
The Treasury Secretary’s Wife
Brilliant! Puts into words everything so many of us have been thinking. Steven Mnuchin & Louise Linton: Embarrassing | National Review https://t.co/hTUZiw8mjJ— Dagney63 (@Dagney63) November 20, 2017
After years of hostility to @CNN, the Trump Administration's efforts to block AT&T's acquisition of Time Warner, CNN's parent company, should be investigated by Congress.
After years of hostility to @CNN, the Trump Administration's efforts to block AT&T's acquisition of Time Warner, CNN's parent company, should be investigated by Congress. This is about protecting our free press - and our freedom - from a wannabe despot.— Evan McMullin (@Evan_McMullin) November 21, 2017
'UGH!': Zinke's wife's travel caused headaches for Interior staff
Newly released records shed light on the outsize profile Lola Zinke has established compared with the typical Cabinet secretary's spouse.https://t.co/ottHx1Mxuc pic.twitter.com/oh6Ow4cd90— POLITICO (@politico) November 21, 2017
Ron Johnson says he’s “encouraged” by cooperation on his tax concerns but slams the “awful rushed process, a desperation to pass anything.”
Ron Johnson says he’s “encouraged” by cooperation on his tax concerns but slams the “awful rushed process, a desperation to pass anything.” https://t.co/joCbeSCsT3— Sahil Kapur (@sahilkapur) November 20, 2017
Russian authorities have confirmed reports of a spike in radioactivity in the air over the Ural Mountains, but source of the "extremely high contamination" remains a mystery
Russian authorities have confirmed reports of a spike in radioactivity in the air over the Ural Mountains, but source of the "extremely high contamination" remains a mystery: https://t.co/Fm5upwlqWC pic.twitter.com/XRLvbVfTF0— CBS News (@CBSNews) November 21, 2017
Facebook insiders with detailed knowledge of the company's priorities and operations are increasingly voicing concerns that the tech giant is putting profits ahead of its users' best interests.
Facebook insiders with detailed knowledge of the company's priorities and operations are increasingly voicing concerns that the tech giant is putting profits ahead of its users' best interests. https://t.co/pOGxXKdMgs pic.twitter.com/GzOhTgHJ4a— Axios (@axios) November 21, 2017
Janet Yellen officially submits her resignation from the Fed
Janet Yellen officially submits her resignation from the Fed https://t.co/DOqqRYqbmQ pic.twitter.com/iF4mhcW5lO— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) November 20, 2017
The FBI informant in the Uranium One probe is an ex-lobbyist for a Russian firm
The FBI informant in the Uranium One probe is an ex-lobbyist for a Russian firm https://t.co/DYYGKRk3rl pic.twitter.com/uyqgwJY7xa— Newsweek (@Newsweek) November 17, 2017
HANNITY EXCLUSIVE: Newly Unearthed Documents Linking Russia To Clinton-Uranium One Scandal Validates FBI Informant https://t.co/8HTgfBCVgy— Bill Mitchell (@mitchellvii) November 20, 2017
Leading Trump Census pick causes alarm
Leading Trump Census pick causes alarm https://t.co/bOHeXVWlJB via @DannyVinik and @AndrewRestuccia pic.twitter.com/7CF3TpgyW5— POLITICO (@politico) November 21, 2017
Leading candidate, Thomas Brunell, is a Texas professor with no government experience & the author of a 2008 book titled “Redistricting and Representation: Why Competitive Elections Are Bad for America.” https://t.co/q3dMgpFOzw— David Wright (@DavidWright_CNN) November 21, 2017
Mitch McConnell is reportedly set to deliver a memo to the White House that spells out ways the Alabama special election could be delayed, including by applying pressure to Gov. Kay Ivey.
Mitch McConnell is reportedly set to deliver a memo to the White House that spells out ways the Alabama special election could be delayed, including by applying pressure to Gov. Kay Ivey. https://t.co/p00rVqQovd— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) November 20, 2017
Moscow is set to chart a course for Syria’s future in talks with Iran and Turkey this week
Moscow is set to chart a course for Syria’s future in talks with Iran and Turkey this week https://t.co/QXftX3wuYv— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) November 21, 2017
Congress speeds toward shutdown over Dreamers
Congress speeds toward shutdown over Dreamers https://t.co/WCFNziXAOR— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) November 21, 2017
These are the countries the U.S. accuses of sponsoring terrorism
These are the countries the U.S. accuses of sponsoring terrorism https://t.co/zayFyFCRFQ— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) November 21, 2017
Jared Kushner is constantly keeping the government in the dark about suspicion-arousing information.
Jared Kushner is constantly keeping the government in the dark about suspicion-arousing information. https://t.co/Zur1KuvPZz— Vox (@voxdotcom) November 21, 2017
Today launching the Swedish Magnitsky Act w/Swedish MP @Arkelsten and others in Stockholm.
Today launching the Swedish Magnitsky Act w/Swedish MP @Arkelsten and others in Stockholm. The momentum of the Magnitsky campaign continue pic.twitter.com/uFo9VXx998— Bill Browder (@Billbrowder) November 21, 2017
JUST IN: Russia's President Putin and President Trump will speak by phone on Wednesday to discuss Syria, says Kremlin
JUST IN: Russia's President Putin and President Trump will speak by phone on Wednesday to discuss Syria, says Kremlin— NBC News (@NBCNews) November 21, 2017
The U.S. government is using Thanksgiving to hide its plans to destroy net neutrality
The U.S. government is using Thanksgiving to hide its plans to destroy net neutrality https://t.co/gdpPYracGK via @Mashable— Claude VanCity (@vancitydwell) November 21, 2017
Retiring GOP lawmaker: Trump is part of the reason I'm not running for re-election
Retiring GOP lawmaker: Trump is part of the reason I'm not running for re-election https://t.co/2adxeGQU6L pic.twitter.com/Tlq7Wpo61w— The Hill (@thehill) November 21, 2017
In Rare Visit Outside Syria, Assad Meets Putin to Discuss Political Settlement to Civil War
Ahead of his planned meet with Iranian and Turkish leaders, Putin says he intends to talk with U.S. President Donald Trump, and Middle Eastern leaders on his talk with Assad
"We count on the support of Russia to ensure the non-interference of outside players in the political process," Assad tells Putin https://t.co/kvqIW2cwq5— Haaretz.com (@haaretzcom) November 21, 2017
Exclusive: A group of U.S. State Department officials accuse Rex Tillerson of violating U.S. law designed to stop foreign militaries from enlisting child soldiers.
Exclusive: A group of U.S. State Department officials accuse Rex Tillerson of violating U.S. law designed to stop foreign militaries from enlisting child soldiers. https://t.co/b0ry3ey99Q pic.twitter.com/xltZNCzNKq— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) November 21, 2017
Meet Paul Ryans Cindy, a single mom who he says gets $700 from the tax bill
Meet Paul Ryans Cindy, a single mom who he says gets $700 from the tax bill https://t.co/utJpMr8zuh— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) November 21, 2017
Charlie Rose suspended by CBS News after eight women accuse him of sexual misconduct in interviews with Washington Post.
Charlie Rose suspended by CBS News after eight women accuse him of sexual misconduct in interviews with Washington Post. https://t.co/c9s6CTMisI pic.twitter.com/RSqn7JaUOC— ABC News (@ABC) November 21, 2017
Trump ends program allowing Haitians displaced by massive earthquake to live in US
Trump ends program allowing Haitians displaced by massive earthquake to live in US https://t.co/JhrZQ40lDb pic.twitter.com/Dda7T18viv— The Hill (@thehill) November 21, 2017
Time for Republicans to denounce this tax nonsense
This is a gut-check moment for any senator who has ever claimed to care about the debt. The Senate is on the verge of further burdening future generations that already face a big bill from decades of budgetary recklessness. https://t.co/O7Vp0pR810— The Moment of Truth (@BowlesSimpson) November 21, 2017
Twenty-First Century Fox Inc reaches a $90 million settlement in the sexual harassment scandal at its Fox News Channel involving longtime news chief Roger Ailes and anchor Bill O‘Reilly.
Twenty-First Century Fox Inc reaches a $90 million settlement in the sexual harassment scandal at its Fox News Channel involving longtime news chief Roger Ailes and anchor Bill O‘Reilly. https://t.co/eC3ZqVtSnu $FOXA pic.twitter.com/5MND1uDKEH— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) November 21, 2017
Tide of public opinion turning against Moore in Alabama
Rachel Maddow reports on the strengthening position of Doug Jones, the Democratic challenger to Roy Moore as Moore maintains local party support but suffers rejection by national Republicans and local media.
Trump FCC to revoke net neutrality: Politico
Rachel Maddow relays a Politico report that the FCC will revoke the net neutrality rule that gives everyone equal access to everything online, and will propose a system favored by internet service providers that could change the face of how the internet is used.
Trump moving stealthily to privatize the VA, alarming vets groups
Rachel Maddow relays reports that the Donald Trump White House is looking at the possibility of merging the VA with the private health care system used by the Pentagon.
Mueller turns attention to Justice Department, asks for documents
Paul Rosenzweig, former senior counsel on Ken Starr's investigation, talks with Rachel Maddow about the relationship between Robert Mueller's investigation of Donald Trump and the Justice Department, and the mechanics of Mueller asking the his own department for documents.
Trump ignores Nixon lesson with public pressure on DoJ, Sessions
Rachel Maddow looks at how Richard Nixon's disregard for the independence of the Department of Justice contributed to his downfall, and reports on two fresh instances of Donald Trump appearing to exert improper influence on the DoJ to serve his political ends.
Trump to start paying own legal fees, Junior's tab less clear
Shannon Pettypiece, White House correspondent for Bloomberg News, talks with Rachel Maddow about why the Trump re-election campaign and the RNC have been paying the legal fees of Donald Trump and Trump Jr., and what it means that Trump is now going to be taking some of that on himself.
Kushner's Trump Russia hole deepens, Hicks to testify soon
Rachel Maddow reports on the latest developments in the Trump Russia investigation, including Jared Kushner extending his string of being caught not being honest with investigators, and expectations that Trump assistant Hope Hicks may testify as early as this week.
Trump to close self-dealing charity pending investigation
Rachel Maddow reports that Donald Trump intends to shut down his disgraced eponymous charitable foundation, but can't actually do so while the foundation remains under criminal investigation.
Sex harassment accusations continues to rock media, politics
Rachel Maddow reports on the latest wave of sexual harassment and assault accusations against prominent media and political figures.
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