KT McFarland has yet to be confirmed as Ambassador to Singapore and now Fox News is saying she was directly involved in the Flynn Russia discussions. Re-upping my story about how she violated the law by using her campaign exploratory funds for personal use https://t.co/UkWUidxw0l— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) December 1, 2017
Friday, December 1, 2017
KT McFarland has yet to be confirmed as Ambassador to Singapore and now Fox News is saying she was directly involved in the Flynn Russia discussions. Re-upping my story about how she violated the law by using her campaign exploratory funds for personal use
No, I haven’t had time to read the 500-page #GOPTaxScam bill that we’re voting on tonight. I couldn’t read it if I tried – and I did
No, I haven’t had time to read the 500-page #GOPTaxScam bill that we’re voting on tonight. I couldn’t read it if I tried – and I did. pic.twitter.com/WgoAT6rxuo— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) December 2, 2017
No, I haven’t had time to read the 500-page #GOPTaxScam bill that we’re voting on tonight. I couldn’t read it if I tried – and I did.
No, I haven’t had time to read the 500-page #GOPTaxScam bill that we’re voting on tonight. I couldn’t read it if I tried – and I did. pic.twitter.com/WgoAT6rxuo— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) December 2, 2017
I was just handed a 479-page tax bill a few hours before the vote. One page literally has hand scribbled policy changes on it that can’t be read. This is Washington, D.C. at its worst. Montanans deserve so much better.
I was just handed a 479-page tax bill a few hours before the vote. One page literally has hand scribbled policy changes on it that can’t be read. This is Washington, D.C. at its worst. Montanans deserve so much better. pic.twitter.com/q6lTpXoXS0— Senator Jon Tester (@SenatorTester) December 2, 2017
JUST IN: Trump EPA ends Obama-era rule requiring hard-rock mining companies to pay for cleanup costs
JUST IN: Trump EPA ends Obama-era rule requiring hard-rock mining companies to pay for cleanup costs https://t.co/JHC1otZ8Lp pic.twitter.com/4TnxFGgXIp— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2017
NEW REPORT: Imminent court ruling could block regulators from enforcing all consumer protections for Internet users — ruling could let telecom corporations slow your Internet speeds & punish their political critics whenever they want
NEW REPORT: Imminent court ruling could block regulators from— David Sirota (@davidsirota) December 1, 2017
enforcing all consumer protections for Internet users — ruling could let telecom corporations slow your Internet speeds & punish their political critics whenever they want #NetNeutrality https://t.co/JjwPu5gZsv
In a nutshell: it appears that Michael Flynn has flipped, and will start giving information that could incriminate others
In a nutshell: it appears that Michael Flynn has flipped, and will start giving information that could incriminate others.https://t.co/Urk0h19Jhr— Vox (@voxdotcom) December 1, 2017
Yesterday I wrote to the Prime Minister asking her to ban Donald Trump from entering the United Kingdom on account of his support for far-right groups in this country.
Yesterday I wrote to the Prime Minister asking her to ban Donald Trump from entering the United Kingdom on account of his support for far-right groups in this country. pic.twitter.com/K8iC5yAJTR— Chris Bryant (@RhonddaBryant) November 30, 2017
UPDATE: We just got a copy of what I think is the last-minute amendment to the bill. It's 479 pages long. An unsearchable PDF with handwriting all over it. This is the new tax code. To be voted on by the US Senate in just hours.
UPDATE: We just got a copy of what I think is the last-minute amendment to the bill. It's 479 pages long. An unsearchable PDF with handwriting all over it. This is the new tax code. To be voted on by the US Senate in just hours.— Seth Hanlon (@SethHanlon) December 1, 2017
Translation: Erdogan faked the coup, needs a scapegoat.
Translation: Erdogan faked the coup, needs a scapegoat. https://t.co/cFVG5lGyTk— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) December 1, 2017
The entire U.S. tax code is being rewritten at 6:30pm on a Friday in crayon
The entire U.S. tax code is being rewritten at 6:30pm on a Friday in crayon 🖍️ #GOPTaxScam pic.twitter.com/DF6mQWAo0V— Ed Markey (@SenMarkey) December 1, 2017
NEW: As chairman of the House Select Committee on Benghazi, Rep. Trey Gowdy used $150,000 in taxpayer money to settle with a former aide who was fired in part because he was not willing to focus his investigative work on Hillary
NEW: As chairman of the House Select Committee on Benghazi, Rep. Trey Gowdy used $150,000 in taxpayer money to settle with a former aide who was fired in part because he was not willing to focus his investigative work on Hillary Clinton.https://t.co/3qlDnXajiT— Caroline O. (@RVAwonk) December 1, 2017
People have missed the biggest part of Sen. Blumenthal’s letter to Pence re: Flynn’s conflict of interest. “Who on the tRUmp transition team was aware of Mr. Flynn’s relationship with the following entities: governments of [Russia, Turkey, and CHINA.]”
People have missed the biggest part of Sen. Blumenthal’s letter to Pence re: Flynn’s conflict of interest. “Who on the tRUmp transition team was aware of Mr. Flynn’s relationship with the following entities: governments of [Russia, Turkey, and CHINA.]”— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 1, 2017
Any comment, Erik Prince? pic.twitter.com/aZF0FtEaHK
Reuters: Prosecutors say Flynn spoke with a 'senior official' of Trump's transition team who was at Mar-a-Lago resort in December 2016 to discuss what to communicate to Russian ambassador.
Reuters: Prosecutors say Flynn spoke with a 'senior official' of Trump's transition team who was at Mar-a-Lago resort in December 2016 to discuss what to communicate to Russian ambassador. https://t.co/XqRbR1NQw0— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 1, 2017
Why the UN is investigating extreme poverty … in America, the world's richest nation
#TrumpCrimeFamily #WWWResist #trumpmoneylaundering #trumpOBSTRUCTED #GOPcollusion #GOPtreason #CORRUPTION #EqualityMeansEverybody #Respect Why the UN is investigating extreme poverty … in America, the world's richest nation https://t.co/dXyi5TQRR9— 🌹🐭Essence of Lursa🐞🐦🐼 (@KapeicaResists) December 1, 2017
White House distances itself from Flynn, refers to him as Obama official
White House distances itself from Flynn, refers to him as Obama official https://t.co/5luQiMXJD5 pic.twitter.com/mGZfTzlr3Y— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2017
The Spy Revolt Against Trump Begins
BOTH #FTW "Whether Flynn is monumentally stupid or monumentally arrogant is the big question" (12 FEB) https://t.co/ZGL9qFqODH— John Schindler (@20committee) December 1, 2017
MORE: An additional "senior official" cited in court documents is K.T. McFarland, the former deputy national security adviser, sources tell
MORE: An additional "senior official" cited in court documents is K.T. McFarland, the former deputy national security adviser, sources tell @ABC. https://t.co/JalkVUIdsa— ABC News (@ABC) December 1, 2017
#BREAKING: Kushner, former Trump adviser McFarland spoke with Flynn about Russia
#BREAKING: Kushner, former Trump adviser McFarland spoke with Flynn about Russia https://t.co/n1V3VNEpp7 pic.twitter.com/o9kebxQ1J8— The Jerusalem Post (@Jerusalem_Post) December 1, 2017
We're charging Steve Pigeon, Kristy Mazurek, & David Pfaff with knowingly & willfully engaging in illegal campaign coordination.
If Mueller is fired Mr. Schneiderman will lead the charge.
We're charging Steve Pigeon, Kristy Mazurek, & David Pfaff with knowingly & willfully engaging in illegal campaign coordination.— Eric Schneiderman (@AGSchneiderman) December 1, 2017
As we allege, these actions aren’t just illegal—they erode the public trust, and we intend to hold them accountable: https://t.co/tzpu3sD9FP pic.twitter.com/kwqN9XMh5N
After Flynn, Are Kushner and Don Jr. Next?
some of the most important words in our new oped "SIGNIFICANT EVIDENCE OF TRUMP OBSTRUCTION." Here's our full 104-page analysis of the law and the facts: https://t.co/v0lDIfNJMd https://t.co/IdQr2H1X8M— Norm Eisen (@NormEisen) December 1, 2017
Prosecutors stated Flynn was directed to engage the Russians on 12/29/16 by donald’s national security transition team. Senator Tom Cotton was on that team.
Prosecutors stated Flynn was directed to engage the Russians on 12/29/16 by donald’s national security transition team.— Philippe Reines (@PhilippeReines) December 1, 2017
Senator Tom Cotton was on that team.
The same Tom Cotton who rabidly defended Mike Flynn.
The same Tom Cotton about to be nominated as CIA Director.
Extraordinary. Steve Bannon now grooming Jacob Rees-Mogg. These transatlantic links are wide, deep & fed by the darkest of dark money.
Extraordinary. Steve Bannon now grooming Jacob Rees-Mogg. These transatlantic links are wide, deep & fed by the darkest of dark money. https://t.co/X9Yf0McROP— Carole Cadwalladr (@carolecadwalla) December 1, 2017
Federal prosecutors: Flynn coordinated Russia contacts with Trump officials at Mar-a-Lago
Federal prosecutors: Flynn coordinated Russia contacts with Trump officials at Mar-a-Lago https://t.co/uwUUW9GGOQ pic.twitter.com/X2bJ5Z8RyU— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2017
Alex Jones warns of a "plan to kill" Trump that will spark a "massive civil war in this country"
Alex Jones warns of a "plan to kill" Trump that will spark a "massive civil war in this country" https://t.co/mZTzsptL4R— Media Matters (@mmfa) December 1, 2017
Resist the narrative coming from @realDonaldTrump these 6 pages absolutely show Trump is lying
✔️6 page Statement of Facts✔️— Alt_SeanSpicer'sMic🎙🤦🏻♀️🎙 (@Alt_Spicerlies) December 1, 2017
Resist the narrative coming from @realDonaldTrump these 6 pages absolutely show Trump is lying
Read the first 2 paragraphs
Flynn was an early surrogate, with him in the transition & Administration pic.twitter.com/F7VSElSxSS
Something that has been quietly slipped into the Republican tax plan: a provision that lets oil and gas companies drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This is an attack on pristine lands that belong to the American people.
Something that has been quietly slipped into the Republican tax plan: a provision that lets oil and gas companies drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This is an attack on pristine lands that belong to the American people.— Kamala Harris (@SenKamalaHarris) December 1, 2017
Blackstone, Carlyle, KKR, Apollo just got their own little loophole in the tax bill. Cornyn amendment 1715 (to be included in manager's amendment). PTP income, but not other financial services income, gets 23% passthrough deduction.
Blackstone, Carlyle, KKR, Apollo just got their own little loophole in the tax bill. Cornyn amendment 1715 (to be included in manager's amendment). PTP income, but not other financial services income, gets 23% passthrough deduction.— Victor Fleischer (@vicfleischer) December 1, 2017
Wow. A special perk for private equity firms - the richest of the rich - slipped into the bill at the last minute. https://t.co/D305L2nKDZ— Topher Spiro (@TopherSpiro) December 1, 2017
Former N.S.A. Employee Pleads Guilty to Taking Classified Information
#NSA contractor Nghia H. Pho, 67, of Ellicott City, MD https://t.co/tHVvSenobI— John Schindler (@20committee) December 1, 2017
FIRST READ: Republicans are breaking four big promises in the Senate tax
FIRST READ: Republicans are breaking four big promises in the Senate tax billhttps://t.co/I6M4Id868o pic.twitter.com/nAPYkA4SLY— Meet the Press (@MeetThePress) December 1, 2017
Republicans promised to focus on helping the middle class, and to create massive growth.— Rep. Don Beyer (@RepDonBeyer) December 1, 2017
They promised not to explode the deficit or send big benefits to the super-wealthy like Trump.
The bill they are voting on soon will break all of these promises. #GOPTaxScam https://t.co/0eoW2V5iry
NEW: NYT: Pres. Trump over the summer repeatedly urged senior Senate Republicans, including the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Cmte, to end the panel’s investigation into Russia’s interference in the 2016 election.
NEW: NYT: Pres. Trump over the summer repeatedly urged senior Senate Republicans, including the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Cmte, to end the panel’s investigation into Russia’s interference in the 2016 election. https://t.co/tJsgVuL5fW @jmartNYT @maggieNYT @alexburnsNYT— Evan Rosenfeld (@Evan_Rosenfeld) December 1, 2017
#Israel Channel 2 says police is determined to indict the Prime Minister (Netanyahu) on range of charges, including corruption
#BreakingNews: #Israel Channel 2 says police is determined to indict the Prime Minister (Netanyahu) on range of charges, including corruptionhttps://t.co/4bhU8OGi3X— Meir Javedanfar (@MeirJa) December 1, 2017
MOSSAD will take care of BiBi and the money laundering empire in Israel he + his govt officials profited from. Israel’s NATSEC apparatus is very displeased with the PM for helping Russia attack their ally & patron security guarantor’s election... https://t.co/G0jlvhzqUl— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 1, 2017
Exclusive: Mike Pence Knew About Mike Flynn and Erik Prince Links To Chinese Intelligence - Pence a Mueller target for Obstruction
Exclusive: Mike Pence Knew About Mike Flynn and Erik Prince Links To Chinese Intelligence - Pence a Mueller target for Obstruction https://t.co/sSb6xATqD1— Louise Bagshawe (@LouiseBagshawe) December 1, 2017
The tax bamboozle
“GOP plan scraps deductions for the middle class to bankroll tax cuts for rich people.” That says all you need to know. #GOPTaxScam https://t.co/QVSOEbfBuI— Nancy Pelosi (@NancyPelosi) December 1, 2017
New details from Mueller about Michael Flynn is 'big trouble' for top Trump officials — including Kushner, Conway, and Mille
DOJ vet Bill Yeomans: "Obviously, this is likely big trouble for several members of the Trump administration...It is particularly ominous for others that Flynn appears to have gotten a generous deal and appears still to be cooperating." https://t.co/tuS9KMXtNt— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) December 1, 2017
BREAKING Istanbul Prosecutor’s office confiscates assets and property of Reza Zarrab and his family
#BREAKING Istanbul Prosecutor’s office confiscates assets and property of Reza Zarrab and his family pic.twitter.com/oyEyNQkTG0— CNN Türk ENG (@CNNTURK_ENG) December 1, 2017
This is so bad. We have just gotten list of amendments to be included in bill NOT from our R colleagues, but from lobbyists downtown. None of us have seen this list, but lobbyists have it. Need I say more? Disgusting. And we probably will not even be given time to read them.
This is so bad. We have just gotten list of amendments to be included in bill NOT from our R colleagues, but from lobbyists downtown. None of us have seen this list, but lobbyists have it. Need I say more? Disgusting. And we probably will not even be given time to read them. pic.twitter.com/Mn0i56JeZg— Claire McCaskill (@clairecmc) December 1, 2017
Do you know that Paul Ryan’s $1.5 trillion tax plan would trigger $150 billion in cuts to domestic programs every year for a decade?
Call now!
Do you know that Paul Ryan’s $1.5 trillion tax plan would trigger $150 billion in cuts to domestic programs every year for a decade?— Stop the Speaker PAC (@StopTheSpeaker) December 1, 2017
The fallout for numerous federal programs would be drastic, effectively zeroing out their budgets. https://t.co/5XBLPFckaW
House Judiciary ranking member Jerry Nadler: “There is now more than enough evidence to form the basis of a congressional investigation into the President’s obstruction of justice—and it is long past time that the House Committee on the Judiciary engage on this matter.”
House Judiciary ranking member Jerry Nadler: “There is now more than enough evidence to form the basis of a congressional investigation into the President’s obstruction of justice—and it is long past time that the House Committee on the Judiciary engage on this matter.” pic.twitter.com/wCXjEFSqMJ— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 1, 2017
Why the Flynn Guilty Plea Is Bad News for Pence—and Other Senior Trump Officials
Was Pence in on the Flynn cover-up? If not, other Trump aides were. https://t.co/N60YTI0C3o— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) December 1, 2017
BREAKING: Jared Kushner is the “very senior member of the presidential transition team” mentioned in the statement of offense as speaking to Flynn on Dec 22nd about the UN resolution regarding Israel, two people familiar with the matter
BREAKING: Jared Kushner is the “very senior member of the presidential transition team” mentioned in the statement of offense as speaking to Flynn on— NBC Politics (@NBCPolitics) December 1, 2017
Dec 22nd about the UN resolution regarding Israel, two people familiar with the matter tell @NBCNews
Part of Flynn's plea agreement is him agreeing to potentially "[participate] in covert law enforcement activities."
Part of Flynn's plea agreement is him agreeing to potentially "[participate] in covert law enforcement activities." https://t.co/TcLNJrB2zD pic.twitter.com/EIU1xSQloB— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 1, 2017
Michael Flynn Has Just Issued the following Statement following his Guilty Plea:
Michael Flynn Has Just Issued the following Statement following his Guilty Plea:— Brian Krassenstein🐬 (@krassenstein) December 1, 2017
I will say this Once Very Clearly.... TRUMP Is F**KED and so is his Family pic.twitter.com/ToFx5J57K5
Opinion: No, the Mueller probe isn’t politically motivated
Opinion: No, the Mueller probe isn’t politically motivated https://t.co/6zGawAyapN— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 1, 2017
Millionaire GOP lawmaker used taxpayer funds to settle sexual harassment lawsuit: report
Millionaire GOP lawmaker used taxpayer funds to settle sexual harassment lawsuit: report https://t.co/8XpkBxaoMR pic.twitter.com/xM9EzQCwXr— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2017
“But justice roll down like waters and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream” Amos 5:24
“But justice roll down like waters and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream” Amos 5:24 https://t.co/o89PSY1YBd— James Comey (@Comey) December 1, 2017
"Frankly, virtually every one of my Republican colleagues acknowledges Russian intervention. The one individual that still seems to deny that this is not a major issue is Donald Trump," Sen. Warner says
"Frankly, virtually every one of my Republican colleagues acknowledges Russian intervention. The one individual that still seems to deny that this is not a major issue is Donald Trump," Sen. Warner says https://t.co/Dgxy31BVco pic.twitter.com/CAwC6cHvOT— CBS News (@CBSNews) December 1, 2017
Senate Intel Vice Chair Mark Warner: "The Special Counsel’s probe has found illegal behavior stretching into the senior most levels of the White House."
Senate Intel Vice Chair Mark Warner: "The Special Counsel’s probe has found illegal behavior stretching into the senior most levels of the White House." pic.twitter.com/UTWErBFqRB— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 1, 2017
Kushner Is Said to Have Ordered Flynn to Contact Russia
Dang! The flood gates of Justice are open wide!https://t.co/s4BwiU238l— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) December 1, 2017
Fox News is state propaganda
Fox News is state propaganda.— Mikel Jollett (@Mikel_Jollett) December 1, 2017
Fox News is state propaganda.
Fox News is state propaganda.
Fox News is state propaganda.
Fox News is state pr pic.twitter.com/c4XOQ3iTUh
ABC News’ @BrianRoss reports that Flynn is prepared to testify President Trump directed him to make contact with Russians
ABC News’ @BrianRoss reports that Flynn is prepared to testify President Trump directed him to make contact with Russians https://t.co/Mtt1n8DYi0— Joy Lin (@joyindc) December 1, 2017
Michael Flynn "will get the benefit of a fair legal process he was unwilling to accord to anybody else," Sen. Tim Kaine says; Kaine says it is "frightening" Flynn served as national security adviser
Michael Flynn "will get the benefit of a fair legal process he was unwilling to accord to anybody else," Sen. Tim Kaine says; Kaine says it is "frightening" Flynn served as national security adviser https://t.co/gRwWFkETKe pic.twitter.com/HY2yxrvnag— CBS News (@CBSNews) December 1, 2017
Michael Flynn arrives at federal court ahead of his plea hearing in the special counsel's probe
Michael Flynn arrives at federal court ahead of his plea hearing in the special counsel's probe. (via ABC) pic.twitter.com/Ell26GB79N— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 1, 2017
The (admitted) charges against Michael Flynn make clear that he pleaded directly with the Russians not to retaliate for US sanctions, before Trump took office. Was that with Trump's knowledge and at his request?
The (admitted) charges against Michael Flynn make clear that he pleaded directly with the Russians not to retaliate for US sanctions, before Trump took office. Was that with Trump's knowledge and at his request?— Preet Bharara (@PreetBharara) December 1, 2017
If you think Republicans aren't going to wake up the day after they pass massive tax cuts and start saying that we need to cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid to shrink the deficit, watch @SpeakerRyan explain their plan.
If you think Republicans aren't going to wake up the day after they pass massive tax cuts and start saying that we need to cut Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid to shrink the deficit, watch @SpeakerRyan explain their plan. pic.twitter.com/Ci8aJNqgD4— Josh Miller-Lewis (@jmillerlewis) November 30, 2017
“Sources with direct knowledge tell ABC News the President & his legal team learned about the Flynn plea via news reports this morning.”
#TrumpRussiaCollusion #FlynnGuilty #Resist @MikeDelMoro: “Sources with direct knowledge tell ABC News the President & his legal team learned about the Flynn plea via news reports this morning.”— 🅚🅘🅜 (@kim) December 1, 2017
"As part of Flynn’s negotiations, his son is not expected to be charged"
#MiniMisha walks ... for now "As part of Flynn’s negotiations, his son is not expected to be charged" https://t.co/vPKdtVI3DZ— John Schindler (@20committee) December 1, 2017
Jared Kushner can’t pass his security clearance investigation, officials say
Jared Kushner can’t pass his security clearance investigation, officials say https://t.co/W1trflI3p4— James Caffrey (@cooljim198) December 1, 2017
Flynn has pled guilty to what is euphemistically known as “collusion.”
Flynn has pled guilty to what is euphemistically known as “collusion.” https://t.co/AH3kMCwL9w— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) December 1, 2017
Flynn full text #PDF https://t.co/gJIeHz8EgE— Mike Allen (@mikeallen) December 1, 2017
A gossip columnist's guide to outwitting Trump, 'a narcissist beyond description'
A gossip columnist's guide to outwitting Trump, 'a narcissist beyond description' https://t.co/6eExVRzGJs— Claude VanCity (@vancitydwell) December 1, 2017
JUST IN: House Admin Committee Chairman Rep. Gregg Harper told Republicans in their closed door conference meeting this morning that one House office paid out $84k in one sexual harassment settlement on taxpayer dollars, two sources tell
JUST IN: House Admin Committee Chairman Rep. Gregg Harper told Republicans in their closed door conference meeting this morning that one House office paid out $84k in one sexual harassment settlement on taxpayer dollars, two sources tell @NBCNews.— NBC Politics (@NBCPolitics) December 1, 2017
Top GOP senators: We have the votes to pass GOP tax bill
#BREAKING: Top GOP senators: We have the votes to pass GOP tax bill https://t.co/Qik3wMBceN pic.twitter.com/O0VtNSnw0z— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2017
Obama says people should think before they tweet
Obama says people should think before they tweet https://t.co/gri9BsV91D pic.twitter.com/4AHP88q8mo— Bloomberg (@business) December 1, 2017
Mr. Lock Her Up Pleads Guilty
LOCK HIM UP!— Holly O'Reilly (@AynRandPaulRyan) December 1, 2017
Michael Flynn to Plead Guilty to Lying to the F.B.I.https://t.co/mbt8EU36to#FridayFeeling pic.twitter.com/MX10m1ebiG
The plea would be the latest indication that Mr. Flynn was cooperating with the special counsel’s investigation into Russia’s interference in the 2016 presidential election.
OK everyone, take a breath.— Mikel Jollett (@Mikel_Jollett) December 1, 2017
You know how Trump has been 1. attacking news sources and 2. making huge racist appeals to his base all week?
THIS IS WHY:https://t.co/nk2Qlh8LMT
If he plead all the way down to this one charge, he must have given Mueller a hell of a lot.
If he plead all the way down to this one charge, he must have given Mueller a hell of a lot.— Mark Maynard (@MarkAMaynard) December 1, 2017
JUST IN: Plea hearing scheduled. Flynn charged in criminal information with making false statements.
JUST IN: Plea hearing scheduled. Flynn charged in criminal information with making false statements. pic.twitter.com/Qmnjz1vxSJ— Matt Zapotosky (@mattzap) December 1, 2017
Just in: Robert Mueller has charged former Trump national security advisor Michael Flynn with “willfully and knowingly” making “false, fictitious and fraudulent statements” to the FBI regarding conversations with Russia’s ambassador.
Just in: Robert Mueller has charged former Trump national security advisor Michael Flynn with “willfully and knowingly” making “false, fictitious and fraudulent statements” to the FBI regarding conversations with Russia’s ambassador. pic.twitter.com/WqvDmytYiZ— David Wright (@DavidWright_CNN) December 1, 2017
NEWS: FLYNN will plead GUILTY to making false statements to the FBI about his conversations with KISLYAK
NEWS: FLYNN will plead GUILTY to making false statements to the FBI about his conversations with KISLYAK pic.twitter.com/581L2ANkfH— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) December 1, 2017
Trump continues to behave like a wannabe despot
Trump continues to behave like a wannabe despot:— Brian Klaas (@brianklaas) December 1, 2017
Attacks free press ✔
Scapegoats minorities ✔
Calls to jail opponents ✔
Constant ethics abuses ✔
Nepotism & cronyism ✔
Cheerleads foreign despots ✔
Attacks truth ✔
Obsession w/ cult of personality ✔pic.twitter.com/Xkv8h8ktcX
What "person" got "free speech" rights under Citizens United? $$ Who got by far the largest tax cut? Corporations.
What "person" got "free speech" rights under Citizens United? $$— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) December 1, 2017
Who got by far the largest tax cut?
Corporations. https://t.co/O1UokobbzE
Good things are on the immediate horizon. Well, ‘good things’ for everyone besides traitors, ideologues, pedophiles, kooks, and the Kremlin. The rule of law is still very much in place.
Peeps, listen to brother @TeaPainUSA. Good things are on the immediate horizon. Well, ‘good things’ for everyone besides traitors, ideologues, pedophiles, kooks, and the Kremlin. The rule of law is still very much in place. Keep your heads up, and the fight raging, patriots. :-) https://t.co/5SArWBDjb3— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) November 30, 2017
Durin’ the watergate days, folks felt helpless thinkin’ the crooks would get away. Then 40+ Indictments fell outta the sky and the rest is history. DON’T LOSE FAITH!— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) November 30, 2017
Do Not Let Tom Cotton Anywhere Near the CIA
Do Not Let Tom Cotton Anywhere Near the CIA https://t.co/YygtLcYU7l— life in the phat lane (@jerweber) December 1, 2017
Newsweek spoke w 7 of nation's leading law firms specializing in security clearance law, w clients throughout the Trump administration and fed government— all 7 said Kushner's security clearance should be suspended...
Newsweek spoke w 7 of nation's leading law firms specializing in security clearance law, w clients throughout the Trump administration and fed government— all 7 said Kushner's security clearance should be suspended... https://t.co/GqlpYbD4X5— Tracie (@traciemac_Bmore) December 1, 2017
FYI Trump is having lunch Friday with Rex Tillerson, according to W.H. guidance.
FYI Trump is having lunch Friday with Rex Tillerson, according to W.H. guidance.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 1, 2017
#BREAKING Turkish prosecutor issues an apprehension order for former Vice-Chair of US National Intelligence Council and CIA officer Graham Fuller. He has very cordial relations with Gulenists, and one of the references of Gulen in his green card application
#BREAKING Turkish prosecutor issues an apprehension order for former Vice-Chair of US National Intelligence Council and CIA officer Graham Fuller. He has very cordial relations with Gulenists, and one of the references of Gulen in his green card application— Ragıp Soylu (@ragipsoylu) December 1, 2017
Trump telling friends that a government shutdown could benefit him: report
ICYMI
Trump telling friends that a government shutdown could benefit him: report https://t.co/8LcsiDMzDr pic.twitter.com/TEFUln0pEf— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2017
Republicans Are Driving Blind on Their Own Tax Bill
Republicans Are Driving Blind on Their Own Tax Bill https://t.co/hyqZ7BgWr8— Disabled Veteran (@cj_disabledVet) December 1, 2017
No wonder the President had a good Thanksgiving: He got paid $7500 by the federal government for golf carts alone. Your tax dollars at work enriching the First Family.
No wonder the President had a good Thanksgiving: He got paid $7500 by the federal government for golf carts alone. Your tax dollars at work enriching the First Family. https://t.co/sqE8oose2B— Adam Schiff (@AdamSchiffCA) November 30, 2017
Trump: Democrats obstructing tax bill 'because they think it is too good'
Trump: Democrats obstructing tax bill 'because they think it is too good' https://t.co/QW1istSXck pic.twitter.com/ZNoSHlo1oh— POLITICO (@politico) December 1, 2017
Women who accused Trump of sexual misconduct should be heard, Sean Spicer says
Women who accused Trump of sexual misconduct should be heard, Sean Spicer says https://t.co/wz3gCyn9wK pic.twitter.com/pLSMPVpnQE— Newsweek (@Newsweek) December 1, 2017
An MIT study says the U.S. is vastly overstating its oil and gas production forecasts
An MIT study says the U.S. is vastly overstating its oil and gas production forecasts https://t.co/Bk63zIyLrZ pic.twitter.com/2GVlk3pW55— Bloomberg (@business) December 1, 2017
From @PierreTABC: Special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation tops $5 million
From @PierreTABC: Special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation tops $5 million https://t.co/1Jube0uVAr— Mike Levine (@MLevineReports) December 1, 2017
DELETE YOUR ACCOUNT: British lawmakers call on President Trump to delete his Twitter account after he retweeted a far-right group.
DELETE YOUR ACCOUNT: British lawmakers call on President Trump to delete his Twitter account after he retweeted a far-right group.— The Last Word (@TheLastWord) November 30, 2017
"Wouldn't the world be a better place?" pic.twitter.com/Z2aLCU2C82
What's Up In Whitefish Montana?
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Repeated warnings from my 98-year-old grandma, a Nazi Germany survivor, chill me. She says it all started this way, with one weird unsettling development after another, until they were past the point of no return.— Jonah Freedman (@jonahfreedman) November 29, 2017
Pay attention. Trump admin “considering” (or already put in place? ) private, Stasi-like army based in Whitefish Montana (per @BuzzFeedNews). Home of Zincke (he of the soundproof office) & Richard Spencer & NeoNazis & utilities company that massively overcharged PR. 😡 https://t.co/NTIdUrkb9P— Melissa Jo Peltier (@MelissaJPeltier) November 30, 2017
It's been 62 days since Congress let CHIP, the children's health insurance program that insures 9,000,000, expire.
It's been 62 days since Congress let CHIP, the children's health insurance program that insures 9,000,000, expire.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 1, 2017
Supreme Court's cake case pits gay rights versus Christian faith
Supreme Court's cake case pits gay rights versus Christian faith https://t.co/8c08HsIKLn pic.twitter.com/LoScjecLnP— Reuters Politics (@ReutersPolitics) December 1, 2017
Trump has told confidants that a government shutdown could be good for him politically, since he would put the blame on Democrats
ICYMI
Trump has told confidants that a government shutdown could be good for him politically, since he would put the blame on Democrats. What a moron! https://t.co/yWSNcMdsMx— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) December 1, 2017
I THOUGHT YOU CARED ABOUT “REGULAR ORDER”? SO WHY ARE YOU SUPPORTING A BILL THAT ISN’T WRITTEN YET?
I THOUGHT YOU CARED ABOUT “REGULAR ORDER”? SO WHY ARE YOU SUPPORTING A BILL THAT ISN’T WRITTEN YET? https://t.co/Xthw6VQIyK— Andy Richter (@AndyRichter) December 1, 2017
After careful consideration, I have decided to support the Senate #TaxReform bill. Though not perfect, this bill will deliver much-needed reform to our tax code, grow the economy & provide long overdue tax relief for American families. https://t.co/BeWZAT0SjM pic.twitter.com/6qwYhmyE5p— John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) November 30, 2017
A preliminary deal between Russia and Egypt is the latest sign of the waning influence of the United States,
A preliminary deal between Russia and Egypt is the latest sign of the waning influence of the United States, analysts say https://t.co/tsmPdagsjy— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 1, 2017
Newly revealed incident reported by a USAID officer based at the American embassy in Uzbekistan is raising suspicions Russia may have been involved & could have had a hand in bizarre attacks targeting U.S. diplomats in Cuba, per American sources
ICYMI
BREAKING: Newly revealed incident reported by a USAID officer based at the American embassy in Uzbekistan is raising suspicions Russia may have been involved & could have had a hand in bizarre attacks targeting U.S. diplomats in Cuba, per American sources https://t.co/xxCz7RQXlC— Evan Rosenfeld (@Evan_Rosenfeld) November 28, 2017
Analysis: Why FEMA is making a big mistake in Puerto Rico
Analysis: Why FEMA is making a big mistake in Puerto Rico https://t.co/UzBtFr7RPD pic.twitter.com/PQnnKocfRU— POLITICO (@politico) December 1, 2017
For these Las Vegas teenagers, the wounds from the worst mass shooting in modern American history aren’t only physical
For these Las Vegas teenagers, the wounds from the worst mass shooting in modern American history aren’t only physical https://t.co/Gmh3xEAVRq— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 1, 2017
Contradicted by deficit study, Republican tax plan in disarray
Contradicted by deficit study, Republican tax plan in disarray-#GOPGreed in Action https://t.co/oJtfNIV3kN— Ed Hull (@EdHull8) December 1, 2017
Trump to hold rally near Alabama border four days before special election: report
Trump to hold rally near Alabama border four days before special election: report https://t.co/g4Hfp6vNrF pic.twitter.com/6tfOnFMixb— The Hill (@thehill) December 1, 2017
It’s not enough to give money to rich people. Apparently, Republicans want to kick the poor and middle class in the face, too.
It’s not enough to give money to rich people. Apparently, Republicans want to kick the poor and middle class in the face, too. https://t.co/68g0mwRdG3— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) December 1, 2017
NEW: A Fla. charity dormant since 2008 has-restarted itself, and will hold gala at Mar-a-Lago, after suggestion by @realdonaldtrump's sister
NEW: A Fla. charity dormant since 2008 has-restarted itself, and will hold gala at Mar-a-Lago, after suggestion by @realdonaldtrump's sister. https://t.co/e3FnkyPDSZ— David Fahrenthold (@Fahrenthold) November 30, 2017
U.S. sanctions on Iran weren't binding for Turkey, says Erdogan
U.S. sanctions on Iran weren't binding for Turkey, says Erdogan https://t.co/Q106CC6nKw pic.twitter.com/cNjHdZJr2I— Bloomberg (@business) December 1, 2017
Donald Trump continues to divide and spread fear during the holiday season.
Donald Trump continues to divide and spread fear during the holiday season. https://t.co/SF62NQVieL— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) December 1, 2017
Perspective: I’m a Depression historian. The GOP tax bill is straight out of 1929
Perspective: I’m a Depression historian. The GOP tax bill is straight out of 1929. https://t.co/Z5vTxAvZOE— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 30, 2017
Donald Trump’s 'working visit' to UK dropped as tensions with Theresa May grow over president's far-Right retweets
UK trip off, not TBA date— Alt_SeanSpicer'sMic🎙🤦🏻♀️🎙 (@Alt_Spicerlies) December 1, 2017
“scaled down version of a State visit...while avoiding the mass protest...the Trip has been pushed into the long grass, with no new date”
>6 MPs voiced clear distain of @realDonaldTrump retweeting those 3 hateful Videos . https://t.co/hZSty0oxoH
Fate of GOP tax bill in doubt as new analysis pours cold water on it
Fate of GOP tax bill in doubt as new analysis pours cold water on it https://t.co/rx7uDNA6zZ pic.twitter.com/cOGBDnNmJZ— NBC News (@NBCNews) December 1, 2017
Lawmakers have carte blanche to cut secret harassment settlements
Lawmakers have carte blanche to cut secret harassment settlements https://t.co/WChtS8U2rd via @eschor and @heatherscope pic.twitter.com/HOiUL0stFB— POLITICO (@politico) December 1, 2017
Trump is going to destroy 2 of the country’s most beautiful national monuments
Trump is going to destroy 2 of the country’s most beautiful national monuments https://t.co/RoQCaN70e9 pic.twitter.com/eraibiMB02— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) December 1, 2017
Mnuchin caught covering up GOP tax scam info that proves it’s a lie
Mnuchin caught covering up GOP tax scam info that proves it’s a lie https://t.co/ddIgOAoDyE pic.twitter.com/9MuGsbKXsX— Shareblue Media (@Shareblue) December 1, 2017
Wyden: “Based on the news that broke this morning, as far as I can tell, Secretary Mnuchin never even asked his department to do the comprehensive analysis of the bill that he promised.”
Wyden: “Based on the news that broke this morning, as far as I can tell, Secretary Mnuchin never even asked his department to do the comprehensive analysis of the bill that he promised.” https://t.co/tcA4uXSdKM— Alan Rappeport (@arappeport) December 1, 2017
The national security emergency we’re not talking about
I have been appalled by the Trump administration’s gutting of the State Department and the way it is turning off young people from careers in public service. It is time for us to defend diplomacy and the dedicated professionals who make it possible. https://t.co/eXZyjCwjpr— Madeleine Albright (@madeleine) November 30, 2017
House GOP leaders preparing to bring gun measures to the floor
House GOP leaders preparing to bring gun measures to the floor https://t.co/Zyre9t3OLg pic.twitter.com/aSHZ7g9ql0— POLITICO (@politico) December 1, 2017
Senator Burr conspired with Trump to shut down the Russia investigation—Call his office & say #BurrMustRecuse (202) 224-3154
Senator Burr conspired with Trump to shut down the Russia investigation—Call his office & say #BurrMustRecuse (202) 224-3154 @MarkWarner pic.twitter.com/hguP7NZJPk— Scott Dworkin (@funder) December 1, 2017
Trump's mind-numbing media manipulation machine
Trump's mind-numbing media manipulation machinehttps://t.co/uRAPacjtwj pic.twitter.com/Piu4NZcU41— Axios (@axios) December 1, 2017
GOP crafts spending bill provisions aimed at speeding repeal of water protection rule
GOP crafts spending bill provisions aimed at speeding repeal of water protection rule https://t.co/O1NS3CIblk— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 1, 2017
Stephen Fry nails why some people keep falling for fake news
Stephen Fry nails why some people keep falling for fake news https://t.co/vpgAIPTuj8 pic.twitter.com/mvz5tvjQiN— HuffPost (@HuffPost) December 1, 2017
Where Robert Mueller’s investigation appears to be headed next
Where Robert Mueller’s investigation appears to be headed next https://t.co/4h9JjWmacW— Vox (@voxdotcom) December 1, 2017
Goldman Sachs warns that the highest valuations since 1900 mean pain is ahead
Goldman Sachs warns that the highest valuations since 1900 mean pain is ahead https://t.co/DoCbtHsKQN pic.twitter.com/RICq29dbK8— Bloomberg (@business) November 29, 2017
American Airlines is making employees undergo anti-racism training after the NAACP issued a "travel advisory" for the carrier in October
American Airlines is making employees undergo anti-racism training after the NAACP issued a "travel advisory" for the carrier in October https://t.co/7ezEPJrYEU pic.twitter.com/dBRXQYwg69— CNN (@CNN) December 1, 2017
How Matt Lauer and other toppled media figures could face a legal reckoning
How Matt Lauer and other toppled media figures could face a legal reckoning: https://t.co/DBr9XSRqnT pic.twitter.com/kzbnGvhMAP— ABC News (@ABC) December 1, 2017
Senate Republicans Are Scrambling to Rewrite Their Tax Bill After a Mini-Rebellion
Senate Republicans Are Scrambling to Rewrite Their Tax Bill After a Mini-Rebellion https://t.co/fWc7OyGVnW pic.twitter.com/K3oUilpUB0— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) December 1, 2017
Marco Rubio gets honest: After giving a tax cut to the rich, GOP will cut Social Security and Medicare.
Marco Rubio gets honest: After giving a tax cut to the rich, GOP will cut Social Security and Medicare.— Bryan Dawson (@BryanDawsonUSA) December 1, 2017
The Republican playbook: Cut taxes, use deficits as excuse to gut programs. Look up "Starve the Beast." #GOPTaxBill #GOPTaxScam #TrumpTaxScam #TaxScam #TaxDebate #GOPTaxPlan pic.twitter.com/SQfw9UutDY
Bette Midler wants Geraldo Rivera to apologize for allegedly sexually assaulting her in the early 1970s.
Bette Midler wants Geraldo Rivera to apologize for allegedly sexually assaulting her in the early 1970s. https://t.co/wwURFYWzBf pic.twitter.com/8unauAaQu4— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) December 1, 2017
For those thinking that Trump's #TaxReform bill will create jobs and increase wages, Cisco, Pfizer, Coca-Cola all plan to turn over gains from the proposed tax cuts to shareholders rather than increase jobs or raise wages.
For those thinking that Trump's #TaxReform bill will create jobs and increase wages, Cisco, Pfizer, Coca-Cola all plan to turn over gains from the proposed tax cuts to shareholders rather than increase jobs or raise wages.— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) December 1, 2017
NEW POLL: Pro-Trump group finds Moore leading by one point in Alabama Senate race
NEW POLL: Pro-Trump group finds Moore leading by one point in Alabama Senate race https://t.co/zS1gfxqUAs pic.twitter.com/b0GbFOX1rl— The Hill (@thehill) November 30, 2017
A New Conservative Rasmussen Poll shows that America Overwhelmingly Thinks FOX News is the real “Fake News”
A New Conservative Rasmussen Poll shows that America Overwhelmingly Thinks FOX News is the real “Fake News”— Brian Krassenstein🐬 (@krassenstein) November 30, 2017
Take that @RealDonaldTrump
% of respondents who think the following outlets are ‘Fake News”
Fox News - 40%
CNN - 25%
MSNBC - 9%
ABC - 4%
CBS 3%
NBC 2%
Tillerson, Kushner, and Cohn look ready to leave the Trump administration after tax cuts
Tillerson, Kushner, and Cohn look ready to leave the Trump administration after tax cuts https://t.co/NdFPhgEUpW pic.twitter.com/p66mCIVmvt— Business Insider (@businessinsider) December 1, 2017
He did nothing to help the economy and is helping himself and other super rich people to an even larger share.
He did nothing to help the economy and is helping himself and other super rich people to an even larger share. Oink! https://t.co/xStNSCczIi— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) November 30, 2017
OMG, are you stupid? You just blew apart two different cases your DOJ is defending against me. I’m going to take you apart, Mr. President
The House of Representatives seeks contempt citations(?) against the JusticeDepartment and the FBI for withholding key documents and an FBI witness which could shed light on surveillance of associates of Donald Trump. Big stuff. Deep State. Give this information NOW! @FoxNews— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 30, 2017
OMG, are you stupid? You just blew apart two different cases your DOJ is defending against me. I’m going to take you apart, Mr. President. https://t.co/lpeTAkBFwP— Bradley P. Moss, Esq (@BradMossEsq) November 30, 2017
Republicans are about to vote to transfer literally trillions from regular people who work at regular jobs to around 5,500 people with estates, and the largest and most profitable global corporations in human history. Don’t be despondent. Be angry.
Republicans are about to vote to transfer literally trillions from regular people who work at regular jobs to around 5,500 people with estates, and the largest and most profitable global corporations in human history. Don’t be despondent. Be angry.— Brian Schatz (@brianschatz) November 30, 2017
‘If my friends here want to give a tax cut to the middle class, why don’t we give a tax cut to the middle class?’ — Sen. Sherrod Brown is calling out the GOP for its flawed tax plan
‘If my friends here want to give a tax cut to the middle class, why don’t we give a tax cut to the middle class?’ — Sen. Sherrod Brown is calling out the GOP for its flawed tax plan pic.twitter.com/u7QVqWrtph— NowThis (@nowthisnews) December 1, 2017
GOP leaders struggle with shutdown strategy
GOP leaders struggle with shutdown strategy https://t.co/rbqXm2tlFv https://t.co/rbqXm2tlFv— Jenny Gauvin (@JennyGauvin) December 1, 2017
Governor Charlie Baker and the rest of the state’s military base task force are hoping to make the case that the Army should locate its future “Modernization Command” in Mass.
Governor Charlie Baker and the rest of the state’s military base task force are hoping to make the case that the Army should locate its future “Modernization Command” in Mass. https://t.co/xzP4E5fiYX pic.twitter.com/Hke46RDdI5— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) December 1, 2017
Here's what the Senate Republicans' tax plan means if you're making $25,000, $75,000, or $175,000 a year
Here's what the Senate Republicans' tax plan means if you're making $25,000, $75,000, or $175,000 a year pic.twitter.com/gN6KHTn9hr— Business Insider (@businessinsider) December 1, 2017
Federal Contractors Are Offshoring at a Fast Clip Under Trump
Laid-off Carrier worker Quinton Franklin: "I honestly thought that my job had been saved... That turned out to be a lie. So I definitely feel betrayed and defeated..." https://t.co/qXBhrY6pXk— Josh Eidelson (@josheidelson) November 30, 2017
New: Since Trump's election, the top 100 federal contractors have been offshoring a record number of jobs, says @GoodJobsNation analysis being released tomorrow based on federal data https://t.co/QwRwV4vKU4— Josh Eidelson (@josheidelson) November 29, 2017
All Muslims are often blamed for single acts of terror. Psychology explains how to stop it.
How to fight collective blame, explained with science. https://t.co/kckpeqbSKb— Vox (@voxdotcom) December 1, 2017
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