"Obstruction of justice bombshell will explode before midterms" https://t.co/pv4FWylrap pic.twitter.com/NRoo2rL459— The Hill (@thehill) August 3, 2018
Friday, August 3, 2018
"Obstruction of justice bombshell will explode before midterms"
Covering up for & defending child rapists seems to be your MO, @Jim_Jordan. Why’s that?
Covering up for & defending child rapists seems to be your MO, @Jim_Jordan. Why’s that? https://t.co/4fHt9YpmDU— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) August 3, 2018
Watch QAnon Followers Try to Explain Their Absolutely Bonkers, Pro-Trump Conspiracy Theory
Watch QAnon Followers Try to Explain Their Absolutely Bonkers, Pro-Trump Conspiracy Theory https://t.co/ROS0jWFPTP via @thedailybeast— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) August 3, 2018
JUST IN: Trump administration reverses Obama-era rule that banned pesticide use in national wildlife refuges
JUST IN: Trump administration reverses Obama-era rule that banned pesticide use in national wildlife refuges https://t.co/fO2CH7HEJU pic.twitter.com/K8Cl7Fy227— The Hill (@thehill) August 3, 2018
"their plan to rewrite fuel economy rules and replace them with ones so lax that even the automakers are wary"
Trump's EPA does nothing to help the environment...now the administration intends to stop the states that are!— SnoozyQ (@1SnoozyQ) August 3, 2018
"their plan to rewrite fuel economy rules and replace them with ones so lax that even the automakers are wary"https://t.co/LrvSCmkdxf
Jordan’s Defense: “We can’t trust @Jim_Jordan’s accusers. They are mentally unstable from bein’ sexually abused when they were young while some a-hole watched and did nothin’.”
Jordan’s Defense: “We can’t trust @Jim_Jordan’s accusers. They are mentally unstable from bein’ sexually abused when they were young while some a-hole watched and did nothin’.”https://t.co/bK1uMNbKvG— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) August 3, 2018
When what you really need is therapy
When what you really need is therapy https://t.co/6s3pprgBgO— ❤️ (@umairh) August 3, 2018
Kids who stayed at Shiloh Treatment Center in TX reportedly told lawyers and family members they were heavily drugged, in some cases held down and injected, and abused by staffers. One doctor prescribing drugs lost had his certification years before.
Kids who stayed at Shiloh Treatment Center in TX reportedly told lawyers and family members they were heavily drugged, in some cases held down and injected, and abused by staffers. One doctor prescribing drugs lost had his certification years before. https://t.co/k8NXbWxWsI— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 3, 2018
"The dangerous blustering bigot on the stage last night [in Pennsylvania] is even more borish & less connected to reality than he was 10 years ago. Donald Trump is not well and everyone close to him says it"
"The dangerous blustering bigot on the stage last night [in Pennsylvania] is even more borish & less connected to reality than he was 10 years ago. Donald Trump is not well and everyone close to him says it" — @morningmika pic.twitter.com/eksYcSjG8K— KT CounterIntelligence (@KremlinTrolls) August 3, 2018
Paul Manafort's attorney: If he was intending to break the law, why did he leave "evidence around"
If my client is a criminal, your honor, he can’t also be stupid. https://t.co/UfKZQGw2M2— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) August 3, 2018
Kristin Davis, the former owner of a high-end prostitution ring who's informally known as the "Manhattan Madam," met voluntarily with Mueller
Kristin Davis, the former owner of a high-end prostitution ring who's informally known as the "Manhattan Madam," met voluntarily with Mueller https://t.co/SqGkWziTWC— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) August 3, 2018
In a newly disclosed letter, Trump Int'l Hotel's GM describes a lucrative visit by travelers with the Saudi Crown Prince that boosted revenue for the entire quarter. It shows how little is known about the biz Trump's company does with foreign officials.
In a newly disclosed letter, Trump Int'l Hotel's GM describes a lucrative visit by travelers with the Saudi Crown Prince that boosted revenue for the entire quarter.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 3, 2018
It shows how little is known about the biz Trump's company does with foreign officials. https://t.co/QUzAUW8MTQ
Kamala Harris has been the target of social media misinformation campaigns since becoming a senator. Every month for the last 18 months, her office has discovered on average 3 to 5 fake Facebook profiles pretending to be hers, a Harris aide says.
Kamala Harris has been the target of social media misinformation campaigns since becoming a senator.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 3, 2018
Every month for the last 18 months, her office has discovered on average 3 to 5 fake Facebook profiles pretending to be hers, a Harris aide says. https://t.co/X3gTDH7bBo
Trump’s base isn’t enough to save him
Steve Bannon, Sam Nunberg, Lewandowski & Bossie launch a political nonprofit (can accept UNLIMITED anonymous donations) to rally @realDonaldTrump’s base w/the message that a Democratic House will #ImpeachTrump.— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) August 3, 2018
Trump’s base isn’t enough to save him.😎https://t.co/p5q700VYX9
NEW: Trump administration says in order to reunite remaining 572 separated kids @ACLU — *not* government which separated them — should be responsible for:
NEW: Trump administration says in order to reunite remaining 572 separated kids @ACLU — *not* government which separated them — should be responsible for:— Jacob Soboroff (@jacobsoboroff) August 3, 2018
- Establishing contact
- Determining desire to be reunified & written confirmation
- Attorney consultation
- Data gathering pic.twitter.com/3X8HxM8Nad
Focus on taxes on fourth day of Trump ex-aide Manafort's trial
Focus on taxes on fourth day of Trump ex-aide Manafort's trial https://t.co/dWTSdVaRRt— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) August 3, 2018
Did Alleged Russian Spy Maria Butina Cause a Leadership Shake-up at the NRA?
Two weeks before an hasty #NRA leadership shakeup, the FBI raided the home of accused #Russian🇷🇺spy, Maria Butina, who was tight w/the NRA.🤨
— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) August 3, 2018
Is this why the #NRA cleaned house⁉️#TrumpRussiahttps://t.co/jHCVPK25ab
We ARE the people.
This is not my first rodeo @realDonaldTrump . We are NOT the enemy of the people. @PressSec We ARE the people. pic.twitter.com/05lIvTbLhS— Brian J. Karem (@BrianKarem) August 3, 2018
Exclusive: Bannon blasts 'con artist' Kochs, 'lame duck' Ryan, 'diminished' Kelly
Bannon has a surprise coming.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) August 3, 2018
Exclusive: Bannon blasts 'con artist' Kochs, 'lame duck' Ryan, 'diminished' Kelly https://t.co/rJVymf1n5w
Five recommendations to counter disinformation
.@justinhendrix: Five recommendations to counter disinformation:— Evan McMullin (@Evan_McMullin) August 3, 2018
1. Make tech companies liable.
2. Strengthen data privacy.
3. Address platform monopoly power.
4. Invest in digital literacy.
5. Do more to deter foreign disinformation.https://t.co/wTuNoLpTm6
Congratulations to President Trump: only 300 thousand less jobs created during his first 18 months relative to the last 18 months of President Obama. Seriously, pretty good!
Congratulations to President Trump: only 300 thousand less jobs created during his first 18 months relative to the last 18 months of President Obama. Seriously, pretty good! https://t.co/liSj7PjaCi— David Rothschild (@DavMicRot) August 3, 2018
That time Donald Trump was principal for a day, and it went about how you would expect.
That time Donald Trump was principal for a day, and it went about how you would expect. https://t.co/IDAwlIUyDe pic.twitter.com/gdoQd3Kddb— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) August 3, 2018
Oligarch Oleg Deripaska, who loaned tens of millions to Paul Manafort, is a friend of Putin & now apparently Trump, too. A financial web of treachery.
Oligarch Oleg Deripaska, who loaned tens of millions to Paul Manafort, is a friend of Putin & now apparently Trump, too. A financial web of treachery. https://t.co/08xMqCfEuH— Richard Blumenthal (@SenBlumenthal) August 2, 2018
These include Sean Hannity, Fox and Friends, Lee @stranahan, @theintercept, @ggreenwald, and @thenation among many others.
These include Sean Hannity, Fox and Friends, Lee @stranahan, @theintercept, @ggreenwald, and @thenation among many others. https://t.co/de0EDOOrHZ— Patribotics (@patribotics) August 3, 2018
Rep. Diane Black, who gave up her seat in Congress to run for governor of Tennessee, was utterly crushed in her primary by a little-known underdog
Rep. Diane Black, who gave up her seat in Congress to run for governor of Tennessee, was utterly crushed in her primary by a little-known underdog https://t.co/3nSacCvVFW— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) August 3, 2018
Yet another brilliant move from @GOPChairwoman. After all, nothing donors like more than being bossed around by the organization they’re supporting. Besides, you guys don’t need that donor money for those pesky tv ads. You have Q.
Yet another brilliant move from @GOPChairwoman. After all, nothing donors like more than being bossed around by the organization they’re supporting. Besides, you guys don’t need that donor money for those pesky tv ads. You have Q. https://t.co/OHIJ00nopG— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) August 3, 2018
"Accountability is meaningless unless it’s for everybody," says @StephenAtHome on CBS boss Les Moonves. "This roar is just a natural backlash to all that silence.
"Accountability is meaningless unless it’s for everybody," says @StephenAtHome on CBS boss Les Moonves. "This roar is just a natural backlash to all that silence." https://t.co/8vfAPPgsFp— Thom Powers (@thompowers) August 1, 2018
QAnon is more than a collection of crazies. It’s a targeted PSYOP designed to discredit USG while creating a personality cult around tRUmp. And it’s not just Russia behind it; Beijing is, too. They’re projecting tRUmp’s crimes so they’re less shocking to his base when exposed.
QAnon is more than a collection of crazies. It’s a targeted PSYOP designed to discredit USG while creating a personality cult around tRUmp. And it’s not just Russia behind it; Beijing is, too. They’re projecting tRUmp’s crimes so they’re less shocking to his base when exposed.— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) August 3, 2018
The most popular American cars will cost thousands of dollars more because of tariffs
The most popular American cars will cost thousands of dollars more because of tariffs https://t.co/DCDyh75Slu pic.twitter.com/UkmYrwf3LA— CNN (@CNN) August 3, 2018
The total U.S. debt just passed the $21.3 trillion mark, of which $15.6 trillion is owed by the public.
The total U.S. debt just passed the $21.3 trillion mark, of which $15.6 trillion is owed by the public. https://t.co/Nqr9cVquFy - @CNBC— NBC News (@NBCNews) August 3, 2018
Manafort’s bookkeeper testifies against him, alleging efforts to inflate income
Manafort’s bookkeeper testifies against him, alleging efforts to inflate income https://t.co/BQcn48srQ2— Progressive Europe #FBPE-Central (@ProgressiveEur) August 3, 2018
omg this @aravosis sign is everything
omg this @aravosis sign is everything pic.twitter.com/Zw8sLJYcOb— Adam Parkhomenko (@AdamParkhomenko) August 3, 2018
Why Paul Manaforts Blame Rick Gates Strategy Will Fail
Why Paul Manaforts Blame Rick Gates Strategy Will Fail https://t.co/i9wlGQvAZO— In Spite of Trump 🌊 (@InSpiteOfTrump) August 3, 2018
“Wyden wrote to the Treasury’s enforcement arm raising concerns about Kalashnikov USA & TulAmmo USA. Both conduct business in the US despite ‘what appear to be’ links to & relationships w/ ‘the sanctioned Ru state-owned arms manufacturing industry.’”
“Wyden wrote to the Treasury’s enforcement arm raising concerns about Kalashnikov USA & TulAmmo USA. Both conduct business in the US despite ‘what appear to be’ links to & relationships w/ ‘the sanctioned Ru state-owned arms manufacturing industry.’” https://t.co/vMn8rA5uBQ— blmohr (@blmohr) August 3, 2018
A few things have happened in the last three weeks since @MollyMcKew and I wrote this piece...but reupping due to the appearance of intel chiefs at the White House today. This isn’t a sneak attack anymore.
A few things have happened in the last three weeks since @MollyMcKew and I wrote this piece...but reupping due to the appearance of intel chiefs at the White House today. This isn’t a sneak attack anymore.https://t.co/JT20M1Nwrm— Mark Hertling (@MarkHertling) August 3, 2018
If you don't know, now you know. And if you don't know and you're the direction of national intelligence for the United States of America, then that's a problem.
If you don't know, now you know.— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) August 3, 2018
And if you don't know and you're the direction of national intelligence for the United States of America, then that's a problem. pic.twitter.com/NwhRCyv2U4
I’m leading 23 Senators in telling @SecretaryZinke that he must REJECT new mining claims within our national monuments--especially while @POTUS' attacks on public lands are being challenged in court. New mining within the boundaries of a national monument is illegal.
I’m leading 23 Senators in telling @SecretaryZinke that he must REJECT new mining claims within our national monuments--especially while @POTUS' attacks on public lands are being challenged in court.— Tom Udall (@SenatorTomUdall) August 2, 2018
New mining within the boundaries of a national monument is illegal. pic.twitter.com/KuKgvq6Oo7
What Is QAnon? Here's What You Need To Know About The Baseless Mega-Conspiracy Theory
The more I read about it the less sense it makes. https://t.co/dMkLKDXicW— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) August 3, 2018
Paul Manafort's bookkeeper says he was broke in 2016 and lied to banks
Paul Manafort's bookkeeper says he was broke in 2016 and lied to banks https://t.co/3zchxYidZw pic.twitter.com/Adc8qB6br4— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) August 3, 2018
CNN asked Qanon supporters to explain their dedication to reading 4chan shitposts. the result is exactly what you would expect
CNN asked Qanon supporters to explain their dedication to reading 4chan shitposts. the result is exactly what you would expect pic.twitter.com/yChpmaFN0w— Brendan Karet 🚮 (@bad_takes) August 3, 2018
Trump says US Steel opening mills. Not true. Just more lies!
Trump says US Steel opening mills. Not true. Just more lies! https://t.co/yMOBR2iNAn— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) August 3, 2018
All 8 GOP Congressmen who visited Russia on the 4th of July have all voted against providing funding to secure State election systems against Russian interference in 2018. Voted AGAINST.
Putin wins big. Again!— Nuke Submariner (@subsalr) August 2, 2018
All 8 GOP Congressmen who visited Russia on the 4th of July have all voted against providing funding to secure State election systems against Russian interference in 2018.
Voted AGAINST.
Coincidence? My ass!
Thanks GOP, may you all rot in hell.
Today our president called on his (recused) AG to shut down the investigation of his own campaign. As shocking as that is, what’s even more dangerous is that we’ve gotten used to it. The rule of law won’t evaporate overnight, but it can slip away—if we let it.
Today our president called on his (recused) AG to shut down the investigation of his own campaign. As shocking as that is, what’s even more dangerous is that we’ve gotten used to it. The rule of law won’t evaporate overnight, but it can slip away—if we let it.— Sally Yates (@SallyQYates) August 1, 2018
Jared Kushner, Paul Manafort and Brad Parsquale were involved in hiring the British-based political data firm Cambridge Analytica, which improperly accessed personal data from Facebook user
Jared Kushner, Paul Manafort and Brad Parsquale were involved in hiring the British-based political data firm Cambridge Analytica, which improperly accessed personal data from Facebook usershttps://t.co/ZvUKT2qsOB— The Hummingbird 🐦 (@SaysHummingbird) August 3, 2018
Oh good. Lisa Bloom is here to tell us who is and isn’t a good lawyer. She was happy to represent Harvey Weinstein. But please... ignore that now. She’s got publicitying to do.
Oh good. Lisa Bloom is here to tell us who is and isn’t a good lawyer.— Craig Mazin (@clmazin) August 3, 2018
She was happy to represent Harvey Weinstein. But please... ignore that now. She’s got publicitying to do. https://t.co/6nERZ5pqJc
In her book, Raising Trump, @IvankaTrump’s mom Ivana explains that she entered into a fraudulent marriage in 1971 for the purpose of obtaining a passport. "We stayed married for two years to fool the government."
In her book, Raising Trump, @IvankaTrump’s mom Ivana explains that she entered into a fraudulent marriage in 1971 for the purpose of obtaining a passport. "We stayed married for two years to fool the government."— Aura Bogado (@aurabogado) August 2, 2018
Her words; not mine. pic.twitter.com/3KrypyM4As
Once she made her way to Canada on a passport obtained through a fraudulent marriage, Ivana Trump began crossing the border to the United States to work. It was a quick drive from Montreal. Trump never mentions if she obtained a permit cross the border or to work.
Once she made her way to Canada on a passport obtained through a fraudulent marriage, Ivana Trump began crossing the border to the United States to work. It was a quick drive from Montreal. Trump never mentions if she obtained a permit cross the border or to work. pic.twitter.com/NkQdOoTCj2— Aura Bogado (@aurabogado) August 2, 2018
Top HHS official says the agency warned the Trump administration that separating children from their parents would be detrimental to their health.
Top HHS official says the agency warned the Trump administration that separating children from their parents would be detrimental to their health.— ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) August 3, 2018
"We raised a number of concerns...about any policy which would result in family separation." https://t.co/XHQVnKBJyH pic.twitter.com/ZUQqrwJrYk
Russia has issued at least 700 new work permits to North Korean laborers this year despite a UN ban on that exact practice. It even appears to be running joint ventures with Pyongyang. Old habits die hard
Russia has issued at least 700 new work permits to North Korean laborers this year despite a UN ban on that exact practice. It even appears to be running joint ventures with Pyongyang. Old habits die hard https://t.co/IQ6CN8crfE— Alec Luhn (@ASLuhn) August 3, 2018
Analysis | Has the Trump administration repealed 22 regulations for each new one?
Analysis | Has the Trump administration repealed 22 regulations for each new one? https://t.co/g5nKuL1X0X— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) August 3, 2018
Leaked emails reveal how the State Department downplayed - & even mocked - the findings of a scathing U.N report on poverty in the U.S.
Just the facts, ma'am. | Leaked emails reveal how the State Department downplayed - & even mocked - the findings of a scathing U.N report on poverty in the U.S. @ForeignPolicy @CodaStory https://t.co/1S3bDRNtBa pic.twitter.com/qrG3huihgk— Molly O'Toole (@mollymotoole) August 3, 2018
Everything bad about Facebook is bad for the same reason
Read @nkl on understanding Facebook -- this piece is brilliant + crushing, discussing the "banal kind of evil" that Facebook has embraced in its pursuit of "connection" by ignoring the individual humans involved.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) August 2, 2018
Highlights in thread below:
/1https://t.co/0eSBrQXl9T
It's 90 degrees in the Arctic Circle this week. Here's why.
It's 90 degrees in the Arctic Circle this week. Here's why. https://t.co/7f1qnBNkN7 via @Mashable— SDG2030 (@SDG2030) August 3, 2018
The Arctic Circle -- the realm of polar bears and dwindling sea ice at the top of the world -- hit 90 degrees Fahrenheit, 32 degrees Celsius, this week@deespeak @PattyArquette pic.twitter.com/Hx8zSinKJ9
Maria Butina's infiltration of GOP circles was anything but subtle.
Maria Butina's infiltration of GOP circles was anything but subtle.— CNN (@CNN) August 3, 2018
The alleged covert Russian agent liked to communicate via Twitter messages and WhatsApp. Her overly flirtatious approach left men wondering what she was truly after. https://t.co/jbhFUDDg3x pic.twitter.com/HJLbFeR5Ip
We need to watch who does and doesn't vote in favor of this bill.
We need to watch who does and doesn't vote in favor of this bill. https://t.co/Oosh27Bgpc— WarMonitor (@TheWarMonitor) August 3, 2018
The hosts worry about poor Rand Paul being unfairly pegged as a pro-Kremlin politician. Anatoly Antonov (Ambassador of Russia to the U.S.), casually mentions that Rand Paul came over to his residence and the two had lunch together.
#Russia's state TV:— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) July 19, 2018
The hosts worry about poor Rand Paul being unfairly pegged as a pro-Kremlin politician. Anatoly Antonov (Ambassador of Russia to the U.S.), casually mentions that Rand Paul came over to his residence and the two had lunch together. More coincidences. ©️ pic.twitter.com/uw84sUt1VX
Gay couple in New York denied marriage license
Gay couple in New York denied marriage license https://t.co/oW0RzTHMP9 pic.twitter.com/ffXsTExXbs— The Hill (@thehill) August 3, 2018
In the deeply conservative Republican state of Idaho, Paulette Jordan is running for governor. If she wins, she'd become the nation's first Native American governor. Jordan wants more money for health care and public schools.
In the deeply conservative Republican state of Idaho, Paulette Jordan is running for governor. If she wins, she'd become the nation's first Native American governor. Jordan wants more money for health care and public schools. https://t.co/mDcLCxM34I pic.twitter.com/OOX8EpWi1B— CNN (@CNN) August 3, 2018
Donald Trump has 30-years of Rusian ties.
#BREAKING— Grant Stern (@grantstern) August 2, 2018
Donald Trump has 30-years of Rusian ties.
Oh wait. That's not breaking. I wrote it in December 2016.
Scott @funder and I uncovered the sad facts, and here we are 18 months later and the corporate press has just noticed. Finally.https://t.co/Uj8QNNQ9u3
Another racist woman about to call ICE on a poor, immigrant mother trying to get money to feed herself and her daughter.
In LA— Michael Ⓜ️ (@michaelschweitz) August 3, 2018
Another racist woman about to call ICE on a poor, immigrant mother trying to get money to feed herself and her daughter. pic.twitter.com/QIYYsGCNxN
Ivanka Trump's "good cop" routine is a sham
Ivanka Trump's "good cop" routine is a sham | By Alice Driver via @CNNOpinion https://t.co/2KPbrjCwnp pic.twitter.com/pdajTclcGP— CNN (@CNN) August 3, 2018
#facebook FB “It’s like having door locks installed, only to find out that the locksmith also gave keys to all of his friends so they can come in and rifle through your stuff without having to ask you for permission,”
#facebook FB “It’s like having door locks installed, only to find out that the locksmith also gave keys to all of his friends so they can come in and rifle through your stuff without having to ask you for permission,” said Ashkan Soltani https://t.co/K2S515svwD— Paris Writers News (@ParisWriters) August 3, 2018
Trump mocks cancer-stricken John McCain, and mimics his decisive vote against ACA repeal
Trump mocks cancer-stricken John McCain, and mimics his decisive vote against ACA repeal pic.twitter.com/BRIQEAAt8e— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) August 3, 2018
Bannon breaks with Trump: Mueller is “a good man"
Bannon breaks with Trump: Mueller is “a good man" https://t.co/zOU2oV01rV pic.twitter.com/7hJjH56nDb— The Hill (@thehill) August 3, 2018
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats: “The intelligence community continues to be concerned about the threats of upcoming US elections. ... We continue to see a pervasive messaging campaign by Russia to try to weaken and divide the United States.”
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats: “The intelligence community continues to be concerned about the threats of upcoming US elections. ... We continue to see a pervasive messaging campaign by Russia to try to weaken and divide the United States.” https://t.co/L3Z4BmLdZo pic.twitter.com/FiShmEiTmL— CNN (@CNN) August 3, 2018
"The Russian national had been hired by the U.S. Secret Service and is understood to have had access to the agency's intranet and email systems, which gave her a window into highly potentially confidential material including the schedules of the president and vice-president."
"The Russian national had been hired by the U.S. Secret Service and is understood to have had access to the agency's intranet and email systems, which gave her a window into highly potentially confidential material including the schedules of the president and vice-president." https://t.co/fJ6Uwp8R2L— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 2, 2018
The death of a toddler shortly after release from Dilley has been confirmed by the pro bono project (CARA) that works at Dilley and the American Immigration Lawyers Association
The death of a toddler shortly after release from Dilley has been confirmed by the pro bono project (CARA) that works at Dilley and the American Immigration Lawyers Association @AILANATIONAL Thank you @mariasacchetti for confirming & bringing light to this https://t.co/JALEFtMo0A— Mana Yegani (@Law_Mana) August 1, 2018
Why Trump's "enemy of the people" messaging matters
Because it's what dictators say.... Pretty simple... https://t.co/3mQPb2Vmyl— Morgan Fairchild (@morgfair) August 3, 2018
I’m calling for an investigation into whether @realDonaldTrump used tours of Air Force One as a perk for Mar-a-Lago club members. The American people deserve better than a president who uses taxpayer-funded government resources to feather his own nest.
I’m calling for an investigation into whether @realDonaldTrump used tours of Air Force One as a perk for Mar-a-Lago club members. The American people deserve better than a president who uses taxpayer-funded government resources to feather his own nest. https://t.co/COUQGbMBbq— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) August 2, 2018
Omarosa claims in new book she saw evidence of Trump’s "mental decline"
Omarosa claims in new book she saw evidence of Trump’s "mental decline" https://t.co/R6n2iTF4l6 pic.twitter.com/rZwifoN6NB— The Hill (@thehill) August 3, 2018
Pope Francis officially shifts Vatican stance against the death penalty
Pope Francis officially shifts Vatican stance against the death penalty https://t.co/5Pfj912xyZ pic.twitter.com/TBMHIT8JG4— Jezebel (@Jezebel) August 2, 2018
The Trump Administration’s policy of separating children and their parents will likely cause harm to these children for the rest of their lives. I'll repeat what I said weeks ago: those who created and implemented this policy, including Secretary Nielsen, should step down
The Trump Administration’s policy of separating children and their parents will likely cause harm to these children for the rest of their lives. I'll repeat what I said weeks ago: those who created and implemented this policy, including Secretary Nielsen, should step down. pic.twitter.com/hBD2b6sBgH— Kamala Harris (@SenKamalaHarris) July 31, 2018
"I have great respect for the U.K. United Kingdom. Great respect. People call it Britain. They call it Great Britain. They used to call it England, different parts."
"I have great respect for the U.K. United Kingdom. Great respect. People call it Britain. They call it Great Britain. They used to call it England, different parts." (via Fox) pic.twitter.com/IgLQ6CFjzQ— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 2, 2018
Trump rallies in Pennsylvania as his fortunes there sag
Trump rallies in Pennsylvania as his fortunes there sag https://t.co/bul87NwxGk— POLITICO (@politico) August 3, 2018
Afternoon: Trumps national security team says Trump administration sees Russian attack on US elections as a serious threat it is bent on countering. Evening: Trump says it's "hoax" and there's no reason to confront Putin.
Afternoon: Trumps national security team says Trump administration sees Russian attack on US elections as a serious threat it is bent on countering.— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) August 2, 2018
Evening: Trump says it's "hoax" and there's no reason to confront Putin.
Reality does not matter.
Ethics rules bar officials from using their official contacts to set up “nests” for their post-government lives, and Zinke's potential microbrewery was a focus of both ethics watchdogs and House Democrats
Ethics rules bar officials from using their official contacts to set up “nests” for their post-government lives, and Zinke's potential microbrewery was a focus of both ethics watchdogs and House Democrats https://t.co/0Z6TAScu01— POLITICO (@politico) August 3, 2018
Trump has arrived at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, NJ, according to the pool report. This is Trump's 178th day at a Trump property as president and his 135th day at a Trump golf club as president.
Trump has arrived at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, NJ, according to the pool report.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 3, 2018
This is Trump's 178th day at a Trump property as president and his 135th day at a Trump golf club as president.
Mixing protest and party, nightly ‘Kremlin Annex’ rally outside the White House reaches its third week
Mixing protest and party, nightly ‘Kremlin Annex’ rally outside the White House reaches its third week— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) August 2, 2018
(brought to you by @PhilippeReines and @AdamParkhomenko) https://t.co/wOcKAxNMIy
Staff members at Smith College will be required to take part in anti-bias training beginning in the fall after an employee this week called campus police on a black student who was eating her lunch in a common area at the Northampton school.
Staff members at Smith College will be required to take part in anti-bias training beginning in the fall after an employee this week called campus police on a black student who was eating her lunch in a common area at the Northampton school. https://t.co/2Jd92I6XVD pic.twitter.com/o6VrFfKzpz— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) August 3, 2018
In Court Papers, NRA Stresses Financial Pressures and Says It May Have to Shut Down NRATV
In Court Papers, NRA Stresses Financial Pressures and Says It May Have to Shut Down NRATV— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) August 2, 2018
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In Violation of Texas Law, Most High Schools Aren’t Giving Students the Chance to Register to Vote
In Violation of Texas Law, Most High Schools Aren’t Giving Students the Chance to Register to Vote https://t.co/2SF5UMUtOC— Eric W. Dolan (@EWDolan) August 2, 2018
At film premiere, @DonaldJTrumpJr says modern-day Dem platform reminiscent of Nazis. "You see the Nazi platform from the early 1930s . . . and you look at it compared to the DNC platform of today, you’re saying, ‘Man, those things are awfully similar."
At film premiere, @DonaldJTrumpJr says modern-day Dem platform reminiscent of Nazis. "You see the Nazi platform from the early 1930s . . . and you look at it compared to the DNC platform of today, you’re saying, ‘Man, those things are awfully similar." https://t.co/yRGWxoVX88— David Fahrenthold (@Fahrenthold) August 2, 2018
"that Helsinki press conference was like 'oh my god. Is this a Manchurian candidate?'.. everyone, I think, had doubts about it but when you watch that press conference....you start to say 'what if this is true?' ...so we're having this reaction today..." -
"that Helsinki press conference was like 'oh my god. Is this a Manchurian candidate?'.. everyone, I think, had doubts about it but when you watch that press conference....you start to say 'what if this is true?' ...so we're having this reaction today..." - @selectedwisdom pic.twitter.com/PXr9oWaCSu— Deadline White House (@DeadlineWH) August 2, 2018
NEWS: Top Trump donor Franklin Haney agreed to pay Michael Cohen $10 MILLION earlier this year if Cohen successfully helped obtain funding for a nuclear-power project, including a $5 billion loan from the Department of Energy.
NEWS: Top Trump donor Franklin Haney agreed to pay Michael Cohen $10 MILLION earlier this year if Cohen successfully helped obtain funding for a nuclear-power project, including a $5 billion loan from the Department of Energy. w/@mrothfeld @joe_palazzolo https://t.co/CHohUMu5Wr— Rebecca Ballhaus (@rebeccaballhaus) August 2, 2018
Lawrence on Ivanka Trump’s absence on border children
Ivanka Trump said she "vehemently" opposed Donald Trump's family separation policy but added that her own mother "came here legally." But what if that isn't totally true? Lawrence explains the questions raised over Ivanka Trump's mother's immigration history
Koch Bodyguards Got Police Badges From Same Tiny Town as Mercer - Bloomberg
@MsMariaT Koch Bodyguards Got Police Badges From Same Tiny Town as Mercer - Bloomberg https://t.co/FUQEAZa2R2— The Centrist (@knowledgevendor) August 2, 2018
BREAKING: Federal prosecutors allege that officials at a @SouthwestKey shelter in Mesa, AZ were unaware that an HIV-positive worker was sexually abusing boys in its care for months.
BREAKING: Federal prosecutors allege that officials at a @SouthwestKey shelter in Mesa, AZ were unaware that an HIV-positive worker was sexually abusing boys in its care for months. https://t.co/YS1TstYZsP— ProPublica (@ProPublica) August 3, 2018
Housing and rates are worrying some economists that a recession is looming. "We're not there yet, but this is what led us to the housing crash," one economist said
Housing and rates are worrying some economists that a recession is looming. "We're not there yet, but this is what led us to the housing crash," one economist said https://t.co/ZoafAvBxwb pic.twitter.com/7ZNP5OqZ7Q— CNN (@CNN) August 3, 2018
Vice President Mike Pence says a county in Kansas shut down its election system after a malware attack. But it didn't.
Vice President Mike Pence says a county in Kansas shut down its election system after a malware attack. But it didn't. https://t.co/nlcgJgLEh5 pic.twitter.com/QDHJuK6sRk— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) August 3, 2018
Nixon lawyer John Dean: ‘I never feared for my country during Watergate — I fear for our democracy now’
Nixon lawyer John Dean: ‘I never feared for my country during Watergate — I fear for our democracy now’https://t.co/ADU09CX1YA— Raw Story (@RawStory) August 3, 2018
Suddenly the White House cares about election security. Can we believe it?
Suddenly the White House cares about election security. Can we believe it? | By Juliette Kayyem via @CNNOpinion https://t.co/a5qErRN7Kd pic.twitter.com/oDyluXv5GG— CNN (@CNN) August 3, 2018
Ex-federal prosecutor: Likely to see Trump named as 'indicted...
Joyce Vance, a former federal prosecutor, says that there is a good chance that Robert Mueller will name President Trump an unindicted co-conspirator in the Russia investigation. Lawrence also discusses what that means with Eugene Robinson an Maya Wiley.
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