FIFA warns Trump on ethics rules after tweet about lobbying for World Cup in US https://t.co/4MYhJi3s6f pic.twitter.com/hgi4LHo9G5— The Hill (@thehill) April 27, 2018
Friday, April 27, 2018
FIFA warns Trump on ethics rules after tweet about lobbying for World Cup in US
Michael Flynn and Son Met With Russia Ambassador Before RT Gala
Before traveling to Russia in 2015 for a dinner hosted by propaganda network RT, Michael Flynn and his son went to the home of Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak for a private meeting, according to the House Intel report. https://t.co/SWVJZLr7EI— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 27, 2018
Meehan resigns with promise to pay back alleged sexual harassment claim
GOP lawmaker resigns after sexual harassment allegations https://t.co/mA8Y32qYOe pic.twitter.com/vUfpClc1th— The Hill (@thehill) April 27, 2018
Mr. President, to conclude there is “no evidence” of collusion, you must ignore Russia’s extensive efforts to help your campaign, the litany of communications between Russia & your campaign, & the massive effort to conceal these contacts. Here’s the truth:
Mr. President, to conclude there is “no evidence” of collusion, you must ignore Russia’s extensive efforts to help your campaign, the litany of communications between Russia & your campaign, & the massive effort to conceal these contacts. Here’s the truth: https://t.co/ufM7sszcxW https://t.co/k2TX7LYfU5— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) April 27, 2018
2.) Don Jr. had two calls with Emin Agalarov to pursue dirt Russians were promising as part of June 9, 2016 meeting. Sandwiched between these calls? A third call from a blocked number. We tried to subpoena call records to see if blocked number was Donald Trump, but Rs blocked us: pic.twitter.com/VErLSPRcGJ— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) April 27, 2018
3.) In light of the testimony of Cambridge Analytica whistleblower Christopher Wylie in our investigation this week, as well as statements from Facebook, Cambridge Analytica CEO Alexander Nix certainly appears to have given false testimony under oath. Read it here: pic.twitter.com/Rud0Aj6XMe— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) April 27, 2018
E. Coli outbreak expands to 22 states with nearly 100 people sick
E. Coli outbreak expands to 22 states with nearly 100 people sick https://t.co/nlDjqPAR47 pic.twitter.com/OatovzDRUa— The Hill (@thehill) April 27, 2018
Kellyanne Conway announces that Trump wants to go on @foxandfriends once a month
Kellyanne Conway announces that Trump wants to go on @foxandfriends once a month 🍿🍿🍿 pic.twitter.com/ZLS7MADg0I— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) April 27, 2018
It is a sad day when a Jesuit priest and member of the Society of Jesus is punished because he had the audacity to pray that Congress might remember the poor.... (1/2) — Rep. Stephen Lynch
It is a sad day when a Jesuit priest and member of the Society of Jesus is punished because he had the audacity to pray that Congress might remember the poor.... (1/2)— Rep. Stephen Lynch (@RepStephenLynch) April 27, 2018
I would hope @SpeakerRyan agrees that we were sent to Washington to make lives better for all Americans–not just a few at the top. I have joined several of my colleagues on a letter to Speaker Ryan questioning his decision to remove Chaplain Conroy. https://t.co/S1nbEWj9l2 (2/2)— Rep. Stephen Lynch (@RepStephenLynch) April 27, 2018
Last month, corporate lobbyists found a single court willing to block @USDOL's conflict-of-interest rule, which was designed to stop shady advisers from cheating families out of billions every year. I'm glad that @AARP is sticking up for retirement savers
Last month, corporate lobbyists found a single court willing to block @USDOL's conflict-of-interest rule, which was designed to stop shady advisers from cheating families out of billions every year. I'm glad that @AARP is sticking up for retirement savers.https://t.co/TMtM6u2or6— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) April 27, 2018
The number of eviction orders obtained against tenants in a Georgia apartment complex owned by Sean Hannity increased 400% since the property was bought by Sean Hannity, The Guardian reports
The number of eviction orders obtained against tenants in a Georgia apartment complex owned by Sean Hannity increased 400% since the property was bought by Sean Hannity, The Guardian reports. https://t.co/fBCMMj6OBO— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 27, 2018
The GOP report concludes that the Trump campaign didn’t collude with Russia. But it does find that both the Trump and Clinton campaigns exhibited "poor judgement," specifically citing the Trump Tower meeting and his campaign’s communication with Wikileak
Sen Lieu's response,The GOP report concludes that the Trump campaign didn’t collude with Russia. But it does find that both the Trump and Clinton campaigns exhibited "poor judgement," specifically citing the Trump Tower meeting and his campaign’s communication with Wikileakshttps://t.co/yT9fdhP3SX— BuzzFeed News (@BuzzFeedNews) April 27, 2018
I read the #GOP House Intelligence Committee Report. This is the image that comes to mind. pic.twitter.com/QBuoJcGSKO— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) April 27, 2018
READ the minority reaction to the intelligence panel report here:
READ the minority reaction to the intelligence panel report here: https://t.co/X037ybb31n— AP Politics (@AP_Politics) April 27, 2018
READ: The House Intelligence Committee GOP's Russia investigation report
The House Intelligence Committee has released a redacted version of the Republican report on the committee's year-long Russia investigation https://t.co/ShtchAkEaf— CNN (@CNN) April 27, 2018
Read the redacted report and the Democratic dissent: https://t.co/vJfsLHqvBs
Trump hails House Intelligence Committee report on Russia
Devin Nunes’s report is a joke. Those of us who have actually conducted legitimate investigations will tell you that you should at least interview pertinent witnesses. It’s shameful and unethical that Nunes is now fundraising off these “findings”. https://t.co/45XGqCtjMU— Andrew Janz (@JanzforCongress) April 27, 2018
A highly partisan, incomplete, and deeply flawed report by a broken House Committee means nothing. - John O. Brennan
A highly partisan, incomplete, and deeply flawed report by a broken House Committee means nothing. The Special Counsel’s work is being carried out by professional investigators—not political staffers. SC’s findings will be comprehensive & authoritative. Stay tuned, Mr. Trump.... https://t.co/Jx3jh8fomu— John O. Brennan (@JohnBrennan) April 27, 2018
Just Out: House Intelligence Committee Report released. “No evidence” that the Trump Campaign “colluded, coordinated or conspired with Russia.” Clinton Campaign paid for Opposition Research obtained from Russia- Wow! A total Witch Hunt! MUST END NOW!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 27, 2018
Trump’s Ever-Mounting Scrap Heap
I'm feeling like #ETTD is really catching on...https://t.co/sbBAZlGrmd— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) April 27, 2018
House rejects measure to set up panel to investigate chaplain's dismissal
The House has rejected a resolution that would have set up a select committee to investigate Patrick Conroy's dismissal as House chaplain. https://t.co/yHXKcAqxOX— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 27, 2018
FULL TEXT:Judge tosses Manafort lawsuit: "A civil case is not the appropriate vehicle for taking issue with what a prosecutor has done in the past or where he might be headed in the future... the Court finds that this civil complaint must be dismissed."
FULL TEXT:Judge tosses Manafort lawsuit: "A civil case is not the appropriate vehicle for taking issue with what a prosecutor has done in the past or where he might be headed in the future... the Court finds that this civil complaint must be dismissed." https://t.co/6LaAa0Qa8y pic.twitter.com/TEUCEjq7yA— Evan Rosenfeld (@Evan_Rosenfeld) April 27, 2018
Lawyer Who Was Said to Have Dirt on Clinton Had Closer Ties to Kremlin Than She Let On
"I am a lawyer, and I am an informant," said Natalia Veselnitskaya, the Russian lawyer who met with Trump campaign officials in Trump Tower. "Since 2013, I have been actively communicating with the office of the Russian prosecutor general." https://t.co/SdE7D36ekr— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 27, 2018
Scott Pruitt Goes To Congress, Belches Out Smog
MAN, this guy looks rough for 49 https://t.co/f9iorVzKR1— Wonkette (@Wonkette) April 27, 2018
Claims by Joy Reid’s Cybersecurity Expert Fall Apart
^^ There was no hack. Daily Beast, her other employer, discredits her claims. https://t.co/LE6lG8Nvjw— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) April 27, 2018
Let’s be honest, if Joy Ann Reid was a commentator over at Fox News, and lied about a hack to cover homophobic posts, there’d be loud calls for advertiser boycotts already. The hypocrisy is astounding.— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) April 27, 2018
The left is surrendering the high ground re: dishonesty from media figures.
Billbrowder vocal critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin discusses U.S.-Russia relations
About to go into @cspanwj at 7:30 ET to discuss Russia/Magnitsky sanctions and the shocking Bitkov case where the Russian government is chasing an innocent family all the way to Guatemala to exact Kremlin revenge. Will be testifying in Congress at 9:15 ET on same matters https://t.co/WozSrensSG— Bill Browder (@Billbrowder) April 27, 2018
FRI| @Billbrowder vocal critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin discusses U.S.-Russia relations pic.twitter.com/WgXskMAi4g— Washington Journal (@cspanwj) April 26, 2018
Vester kept diary entries of her interactions with Brokaw, and even had a friend promise to call the front desk of the Essex House if she didn’t call back half an hour after the anchor allegedly invited himself over.
Vester kept diary entries of her interactions with Brokaw, and even had a friend promise to call the front desk of the Essex House if she didn’t call back half an hour after the anchor allegedly invited himself over.— Jake Lahut (@JakeLahut) April 27, 2018
Jarring reporting from @Sarahlellison https://t.co/b0nw5AyqZj
Dem lawmaker: Ryan may have violated House rules by forcing out chaplain
Dem lawmaker: Ryan may have violated House rules by forcing out chaplain https://t.co/eaNowmLNbx pic.twitter.com/5azf9MWGKw— The Hill (@thehill) April 27, 2018
What Exactly Was Corey Lewandowski Just Doing In Belgrade?
What Exactly Was Corey Lewandowski Just Doing In Belgrade? https://t.co/IHZcG4kyvK pic.twitter.com/SNw79ijNNX— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) April 27, 2018
The Russia Investigations: What You Need To Know About Russian 'Active Measures'
The Russia Investigations: What You Need To Know About Russian 'Active Measures' https://t.co/J72ghPZXQD #RAM— ℓʋℓʋ ℓɛ buaahahaha (@lulu_lemew) April 27, 2018
Trump is running America just like his businesses — right into the ground
Opinion: Trump is running America just like his businesses — right into the ground https://t.co/vsGEtXqljh— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 27, 2018
Jon Tester said he “absolutely” stands by his choice to release the information about Ronny Jackson: “I was sent here to do a job of vetting and confirming.”
Jon Tester said he “absolutely” stands by his choice to release the information about Ronny Jackson: “I was sent here to do a job of vetting and confirming.” https://t.co/2oQXoVHea9— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 27, 2018
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur does not believe Paul Ryan has authority to remove House Chaplain Patrick Conroy without a vote of the House. And she’s exploring legislation to prevent his ouster
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur does not believe Paul Ryan has authority to remove House Chaplain Patrick Conroy without a vote of the House. And she’s exploring legislation to prevent his ouster, Roll Call reports. https://t.co/BH27pEBw5v— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 27, 2018
Diamond and Silk Yelled At a Bunch of Members of Congress Under Oath
Perhaps the most amusing moment of congressional testimony e v e r.— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) April 27, 2018
You’re welcome. https://t.co/hXQ1GdEuIR
Early start to another day of unhinged Trump ravings.
Is everybody believing what is going on. James Comey can’t define what a leak is. He illegally leaked CLASSIFIED INFORMATION but doesn’t understand what he did or how serious it is. He lied all over the place to cover it up. He’s either very sick or very dumb. Remember sailor!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 27, 2018
Five Reasons Why Mike Pence Will Resign First
PS— Greg Olear (@gregolear) April 26, 2018
I wrote this a while ago, but it remains relevant:https://t.co/1KqtAUWXtQ
Investigators work to determine cause of blast at Wisconsin refinery
Investigators work to determine cause of blast at Wisconsin refinery https://t.co/MhGuyWCLaC pic.twitter.com/5b00N9sKD6— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) April 27, 2018
Maybe it’s time to finally talk about Trump’s aggressive safety regulations roll backs?— SpicyFiles (@SpicyFiles) April 26, 2018
Funny how OSHA work related deaths are no longer available on a Govt website. Just a thought not a sermon, yet https://t.co/8iy8GvhGiu
Breaking news: North & South Korea announce end of Korean War
Breaking news: North & South Korea announce end of Korean War pic.twitter.com/5z0KpFzxz0— Morning Joe (@Morning_Joe) April 27, 2018
#Russia's state TV: Nikolay Platoshkin, ex Russian diplomat, Professor at the Moscow University of the Humanities, is convinced that once Trump meets with Putin, things will return to "pre-Obama status": Russian Consulates will be immediately reopened, all diplomats will return.
#Russia's state TV: Nikolay Platoshkin, ex Russian diplomat, Professor at the Moscow University of the Humanities, is convinced that once Trump meets with Putin, things will return to "pre-Obama status": Russian Consulates will be immediately reopened, all diplomats will return. pic.twitter.com/fECPQLXXuq— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) April 26, 2018
Facebook Faces Tough Questions in Britain That It Avoided in the U.S.
A British parliamentary committee in the middle of an investigation of fake news says it will force Mark Zuckerberg to testify the next time he visits the country https://t.co/RxMbsfs78L— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 27, 2018
Donald Trump’s tariffs could weaken the GOP’s grip on Congress
Donald Trump’s tariffs could weaken the GOP’s grip on Congress https://t.co/zOordgi7p1 pic.twitter.com/oh7ob6ce7R— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) April 27, 2018
Trump governing through threats and thuggery. The world grows weary.
The U.S. has put together a STRONG bid w/ Canada & Mexico for the 2026 World Cup. It would be a shame if countries that we always support were to lobby against the U.S. bid. Why should we be supporting these countries when they don’t support us (including at the United Nations)?— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 26, 2018
Lawrence: President Donald Trump’s TV Call Shows He’s Out Of Control
President Donald Trump spent 31 minutes on T.V. building a wall of madness that shows he is dangerous. The rant has to be seen and heard to be believed.
After Ben Carson became HUD Secretary, Sean Hannity got $5 million worth of new HUD guaranteed loans to purchase discounted and foreclosed properties.
After Ben Carson became HUD Secretary, Sean Hannity got $5 million worth of new HUD guaranteed loans to purchase discounted and foreclosed properties.— Randy Bryce (@IronStache) April 24, 2018
We should use HUD money to help low income renters. Not to help @seanhannity make a quick buck.https://t.co/cYmIbUkLU3
I introduced a bill to prevent Trump, or any president, from abusing the pardon by using it to obstruct justice. Add your name to support it
I introduced a bill to prevent Trump, or any president, from abusing the pardon by using it to obstruct justice. Add your name to support it.— Adam Schiff (@AdamSchiffCA) April 26, 2018
Women feared reprisals for reporting allegations against Matt Lauer, Tom Brokaw. Now NBC faces skepticism in remedying harassment.
Women feared reprisals for reporting allegations against Matt Lauer, Tom Brokaw. Now NBC faces skepticism in remedying harassment. https://t.co/kRkC86EEPZ— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 26, 2018
The world's biggest sovereign wealth fund loses $21 billion in the first quarter of the year
The world's biggest sovereign wealth fund loses $21 billion in the first quarter of the year https://t.co/PDJKIiy7zp pic.twitter.com/J6twjBT1YA— Bloomberg (@business) April 27, 2018
James Shaw Jr. is paying for the funeral of each of the four Waffle House shooting victims out of the gofundme monies raised for him.
If the president won't honor James Shaw Jr., we will!— Janice (@Janice_Resist) April 27, 2018
James Shaw Jr. is paying for the funeral of each of the four Waffle House shooting victims out of the gofundme monies raised for him. pic.twitter.com/BqaLZaDQAn
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt says the controversial sound proof booth installed at his office is not the type used for classified information, contradicting his past justification of the $43,000 purchase
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt says the controversial sound proof booth installed at his office is not the type used for classified information, contradicting his past justification of the $43,000 purchase https://t.co/Vw1wsyBg7m pic.twitter.com/MmMjQmtGMl— CNN (@CNN) April 26, 2018
Arkansas judge blocks state's voter ID law
Arkansas judge blocks state's voter ID law https://t.co/ZZqZoEI8d1 pic.twitter.com/LceZTpV9jr— The Hill (@thehill) April 27, 2018
EU is ready to retaliate if the U.S. makes tariffs on metals imports permanent, France's finance minister says
EU is ready to retaliate if the U.S. makes tariffs on metals imports permanent, France's finance minister says https://t.co/CHLINXoZl8 pic.twitter.com/c1wRa596dr— Bloomberg (@business) April 27, 2018
I asked Andrew Oldham – a man up for a lifetime judicial appointment - whether he believes voting discrimination exists four times. He wouldn’t answer.
I asked Andrew Oldham – a man up for a lifetime judicial appointment - whether he believes voting discrimination exists four times. He wouldn’t answer. pic.twitter.com/iMMTAA5Hav— Kamala Harris (@SenKamalaHarris) April 26, 2018
Senate approves full new slate of FTC commissioners
Senate approves full new slate of FTC commissioners https://t.co/UFBX2O29WB pic.twitter.com/9PWoAZiaNF— POLITICO (@politico) April 27, 2018
How a week of triumph for Trump was convulsed by chaos and contradiction
How a week of triumph for Trump was convulsed by chaos and contradictionhttps://t.co/JVnYsyNllP— Greg Doolan (@gregdoolan) April 27, 2018
Rep. Joe Kennedy shows how GOP tax cuts are a scam
$342M in global profits, nearly $200M in share buybacks to reward international investors, 1 shuttered American plant and 160 lost American jobs. Make no mistake, that is the legacy of the #GOPTaxScam. pic.twitter.com/GiJ7bcW6jd— Rep. Joe Kennedy III (@RepJoeKennedy) April 26, 2018
Fact Checker: Do small businesses face $83,000 in start-up costs to comply with regulations?
Fact Checker: Do small businesses face $83,000 in start-up costs to comply with regulations? https://t.co/R4MZqrKzpn— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 27, 2018
#BREAKING: The FBI has announced that they are offering a $20,000 reward for any information leading to the capture of John Williams
#BREAKING: The FBI has announced that they are offering a $20,000 reward for any information leading to the capture of John Williams: https://t.co/JkVD57cvXT pic.twitter.com/wifTO3Vrfv— CBS 13 News (@WGME) April 26, 2018
Today Trump told Fox, "I'm very disappointed in my Justice Department" and threatened to interfere in Russia probe. Mr. President, it's not your Justice Department; it belongs to the American people and serves the public interest, not yours. Any interference will not be tolerated
Today Trump told Fox, "I'm very disappointed in my Justice Department" and threatened to interfere in Russia probe. Mr. President, it's not your Justice Department; it belongs to the American people and serves the public interest, not yours. Any interference will not be tolerated— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) April 26, 2018
We’re suing Mick Mulvaney’s Consumer Finance Protection Bureau. Why did he drop an investigation into a payday lender that gave him campaign money when he was a congressman?
We’re suing Mick Mulvaney’s Consumer Finance Protection Bureau. Why did he drop an investigation into a payday lender that gave him campaign money when he was a congressman?https://t.co/5rpa6Rq4m9— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) April 27, 2018
Opinion | Rep. Ted Lieu: What the Ronny Jackson fiasco proves about Trump
Opinion | Rep. Ted Lieu: What the Ronny Jackson fiasco proves about Trump https://t.co/uBKosfbCC9 - @NBCNewsTHINK— NBC News (@NBCNews) April 27, 2018
Trump hints at punishing countries if they don’t back World Cup bid
Trump hints at punishing countries if they don’t back World Cup bidhttps://t.co/NwWnopTyij pic.twitter.com/2ZHnUI9zfz— POLITICO (@politico) April 27, 2018
Rupert Murdoch is about to lose his Fleet Street crown
Rupert Murdoch is about to lose his Fleet Street crown https://t.co/44deyH9Wz1 via @gadfly pic.twitter.com/pUEy3tZnMY— Bloomberg (@business) April 27, 2018
Opinion: Jeff Sessions should tread lightly
Opinion: Jeff Sessions should tread lightly https://t.co/dLKY9JQKfc— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 27, 2018
Now: SDNY says Hannity, Trump statements about ties to Michael Cohen 'suggest that the seized materials are unlikely to contain voluminous privileged documents'
Now: SDNY says Hannity, Trump statements about ties to Michael Cohen 'suggest that the seized materials are unlikely to contain voluminous privileged documents' https://t.co/SnN3l2M0Pj pic.twitter.com/Y65a88spil— Mike Scarcella (@MikeScarcella) April 26, 2018
Boss, 'I miss you so much'
Michael Cohen told associates in 2016 he expected to be named W.H. chief of staff, sources tell WSJ. Trump thought he carried too many risks, has privately described Cohen as a “bull in a china shop,” who when brought in to fix a problem breaks more china.https://t.co/keVdK1RDj1— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 26, 2018
"Shame on Sackler": Anti-opioid activists call out late Smithsonian donor at his namesake museum
"Shame on Sackler": Anti-opioid activists call out late Smithsonian donor at his namesake museum https://t.co/OwjXRmuXci— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 27, 2018
WATCH: Anderson Cooper rips Trump over Fox News interview: Are we supposed to ignore him like he's crazy?
WATCH: Anderson Cooper rips Trump over Fox News interview: Are we supposed to ignore him like he's crazy? https://t.co/lh0gZHOhas pic.twitter.com/Wgt62gCSTs— The Hill (@thehill) April 27, 2018
Trump stomps on own legal strategy with blurting rant on Fox News
Rachel Maddow outlines how Donald Trump's lawyers have been crafting a legal defense based on attorney-client privilege with Michael Cohen, only to have Donald Trump minimize his relationship with Cohen during an untethered phone-in with Fox News
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