BREAKING: No verdict returned on day 3 of Manafort deliberations. A sheaf of paper handed in by jury just after 6PM. Was it a verdict form? No. Just menus for lunch tomorrow. Earlier: https://t.co/PAwqsTU8g1— Josh Gerstein (@joshgerstein) August 20, 2018
Monday, August 20, 2018
BREAKING: No verdict returned on day 3 of Manafort deliberations. A sheaf of paper handed in by jury just after 6PM. Was it a verdict form? No. Just menus for lunch tomorrow. Earlier:
NEW: House Oversight Democrats requesting security clearance docs on Trump White House NatSec Advisor John Bolton's ties to alleged Russian spy Maria Butina after it was revealed Bolton recorded a video for Butina's gun rights group at the request of the NRA's then-president
NEW: House Oversight Democrats requesting security clearance docs on Trump White House NatSec Advisor John Bolton's ties to alleged Russian spy Maria Butina after it was revealed Bolton recorded a video for Butina's gun rights group at the request of the NRA's then-president. pic.twitter.com/v8RiaJEgKe— Anna Massoglia (@annalecta) August 20, 2018
Top GOP lawmaker calls for cutting Medicare and Social Security to reduce deficit after GOP tax cut
Top GOP lawmaker calls for cutting Medicare and Social Security to reduce deficit after GOP tax cut https://t.co/NovBx7L1dc pic.twitter.com/ikFAMGHitw— The Hill (@thehill) August 20, 2018
Former Trump lawyer John Dowd gave 2020 campaign excessive contributions — again
Former Trump lawyer John Dowd gave 2020 campaign excessive contributions — again https://t.co/bTlA5RylrB— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) August 20, 2018
Rep. Steve Scalise: I might have attended white supremacist event
"I may have hung out with KKK a little; I didn't inhale." https://t.co/prcsDYrjFj— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) August 20, 2018
That $43,000 soundproof phone booth that Scott Pruitt had installed at the EPA? Turns out, according to WaPo, he only called the White House once from it. The call lasted 5 minutes.
That $43,000 soundproof phone booth that Scott Pruitt had installed at the EPA? Turns out, according to WaPo, he only called the White House once from it. The call lasted 5 minutes. https://t.co/CyzOGIeKs2— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 20, 2018
WISCONSIN: Two former Gov Scott Walker (R) cabinet secretaries have endorsed his Democratic opponent and filmed videos for the Dem challenger.
Scott Walker is testing the theory that after 8 years even Republican notice that you're Scott Walker. https://t.co/pPRXyv1LwY— LOLGOP (@LOLGOP) August 20, 2018
Cabinet official from Gov Rick Snyder's administration -- chief of the state's Department of Health and Human Services -- will be tried on felony involuntary manslaughter charges in Flint water disaster.
Cabinet official from Gov Rick Snyder's administration -- chief of the state's Department of Health and Human Services -- will be tried on felony involuntary manslaughter charges in Flint water disaster.https://t.co/oSQS2Kfpts— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) August 20, 2018
Manafort judge plans to ask jurors at 6:15 if they want to keep going or come back tomorrow. Could be a long night.
Manafort judge plans to ask jurors at 6:15 if they want to keep going or come back tomorrow. Could be a long night.— Joe Schneider (@joe_in_nyc) August 20, 2018
The list keeps growing. Now more than 175 additional alumni of top national security jobs are joining the bipartisan outcry against Trump revoking John Brennan's security clearance
The list keeps growing. Now more than 175 additional alumni of top national security jobs are joining the bipartisan outcry against Trump revoking John Brennan's security clearance. https://t.co/5aaovXzzcT— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 20, 2018
^^ As I was saying, @realDonaldtRUmp, your Russian “supporters” must want to finally “cash-in” on their assistance provided to you & your campaign.
^^ As I was saying, @realDonaldtRUmp, your Russian “supporters” must want to finally “cash-in” on their assistance provided to you & your campaign.— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) August 20, 2018
Again, that’s *collusion* right there. Quid pro quo. In plain sight. https://t.co/5ypt6sLwv3
First Lady Melania Trump hosting an anti-bullying event is like Eva Braun hosting a Bat Mitzvah.
First Lady Melania Trump hosting an anti-bullying event is like Eva Braun hosting a Bat Mitzvah.— Holly Figueroa O'Reilly (@AynRandPaulRyan) August 20, 2018
She warned against "destructive and harmful" uses of SM
And she should know, considering her husband is destroying the world via SM.#MondayMotivationpic.twitter.com/ZY0GJPCofl
Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin cannot sue the Kentuckians who are trying to stop him from adding work requirements to the state's Medicaid program, a federal court said today.
Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin cannot sue the Kentuckians who are trying to stop him from adding work requirements to the state's Medicaid program, a federal court said today. https://t.co/T3wfjDm4Jl— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 20, 2018
Former Fox News analyst Ralph Peters: "People that only listen to Fox have an utterly skewed view of reality."
Former Fox News analyst Ralph Peters: "People that only listen to Fox have an utterly skewed view of reality." https://t.co/rJk7vS4W2K— Reliable Sources (@ReliableSources) August 20, 2018
Dems raise concerns over Bolton's suspect ties to #Russia
Dems raise concerns over Bolton's suspect ties to #Russia https://t.co/CIOgIs7M9V— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) August 20, 2018
Here's what John Brennan told me Friday night about potential legal action in response to the President revoking his security clearance:
Here's what John Brennan told me Friday night about potential legal action in response to the President revoking his security clearance: pic.twitter.com/zESJFhk5jI— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) August 20, 2018
The Trump administration is emphasizing a less-punitive approach to combat white-collar crime and civil violations by expanding rewards to companies that report violations and take steps to fix them. But critics warn that it fosters bad behavior.
The Trump administration is emphasizing a less-punitive approach to combat white-collar crime and civil violations by expanding rewards to companies that report violations and take steps to fix them.— NBC News (@NBCNews) August 20, 2018
But critics warn that it fosters bad behavior. https://t.co/j6zrm2en8a (1/6)
At the EPA, there's been a big drop in civil and criminal cases against polluters.
A new pilot program from the Labor Department lets businesses that run afoul of federal wage laws receive fewer penalties. It faces sharp criticism from Democratic officials and worker advocates who say it lets off law-breaking employers too easily. https://nbcnews.to/2MIYQtm (3/6)
During the campaign, Trump himself cast Wall Street institutions like Goldman Sachs and Citigroup as villains. In office, however, the president has scaled back the government's efforts to police financial institutions, analysis shows https://nbcnews.to/2MIYQtm (4/6)
Federal officials say the approach will encourage more companies to disclose violations and help them target bad actors. "The purpose of the policy is to more effectively prosecute corporate crime, not less," Deputy AG Rod Rosenstein said. https://nbcnews.to/2MIYQtm (5/6)
Many consumer advocacy groups don’t agree. "Saying, 'We're going to pat you on the back, try better next time,' is not going to deter the kind of wrongdoing at the scale that companies are doing," Public Citizen's Rick Claypool said. https://nbcnews.to/2MIYQtm (6/6) #NBCNewsThreads
Trump Shivs Brennan, and Many 2016 ‘Conservatives Against Trump’ See No Evil
"Journalists who once knew better are clearing space for senators to justify the indefensible." —@mtomasky https://t.co/aYMx0cshiO— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) August 20, 2018
The EPA’s air pollution boss, a former oil industry lawyer, is behind Trump’s rollback of the Clean Power Plan — a major victory for his former clients
The EPA’s air pollution boss, a former oil industry lawyer, is behind Trump’s rollback of the Clean Power Plan — a major victory for his former clients. #EndCorruptionNow https://t.co/4sfB9eawt1— Public Citizen (@Public_Citizen) August 20, 2018
It's time for Grandpa to be put in Assisted Living
It's time for Grandpa to be put in Assisted Living https://t.co/0RLX4f3VAQ— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) August 20, 2018
Most underreported #CultureOfCorruption story from last week -- a high-school football teammate of @SecretaryZinke (with NO scientific background) is blocking climate research at the Department of Interior.
Most underreported #CultureOfCorruption story from last week -- a high-school football teammate of @SecretaryZinke (with NO scientific background) is blocking climate research at the Department of Interior.— Rep. Barbara Lee (@RepBarbaraLee) August 20, 2018
Most. Corrupt. Administration. Ever.https://t.co/BVIFijFWc8
The revelations that several of Donald Trump's wealthy friends improperly dictated policy & personnel decisions at VA & used the department to advance their personal and business interests are alarming
The revelations that several of Donald Trump's wealthy friends improperly dictated policy & personnel decisions at VA & used the department to advance their personal and business interests are alarming https://t.co/WnwPZxDCDQ— Tammy Duckworth (@SenDuckworth) August 20, 2018
We’re in the midst of an all-out assault on human dignity—yes, at the border, but also in the courtroom, in the classroom, and on the factory floor.
We’re in the midst of an all-out assault on human dignity—yes, at the border, but also in the courtroom, in the classroom, and on the factory floor. https://t.co/ksVyLe7N7S— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) August 20, 2018
Sorry, sir. My post-employment security clearance, when I had it, granted me neither “great prestige” nor “big dollars” nor “board seats.”
Put me down in the “abuse of power” column too https://t.co/0Wgfxv7abb— Gen Michael Hayden (@GenMhayden) August 20, 2018
Everybody wants to keep their Security Clearance, it’s worth great prestige and big dollars, even board seats, and that is why certain people are coming forward to protect Brennan. It certainly isn’t because of the good job he did! He is a political “hack.”
10:23 AM - 20 Aug 2018
Jurors in the trial of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort will begin a third day of deliberations today, as the President continues to rail against special counsel Robert Mueller
Jurors in the trial of former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort will begin a third day of deliberations today, as the President continues to rail against special counsel Robert Mueller https://t.co/F4LcRBkvLd pic.twitter.com/A35N2HBllL— CNN (@CNN) August 20, 2018
The conservative DC legal group behind a challenge to Mueller probe
The conservative DC legal group behind a challenge to Mueller probe: https://t.co/E08BGpgVqe pic.twitter.com/BtQJZO6GEK— ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) August 20, 2018
The Violence Against Women Act, first passed in 1994 expires on September 30. As of today, the bill to reauthorize has 124 sponsors in the House. All Ds. Not a single R has signed on. Let that sink in.
The Violence Against Women Act, first passed in 1994 expires on September 30. As of today, the bill to reauthorize has 124 sponsors in the House. All Ds. Not a single R has signed on. Let that sink in. https://t.co/ZJJob50Jhg— Sean Casten (@SeanCasten) August 18, 2018
I am calling on the FDA to speed up and make public their final report on the prevalence of the weed-killing chemical, glyphosate, in many foods families regularly eat–cereals, granola bars, oats, snack bars, & more.
I am calling on the FDA to speed up and make public their final report on the prevalence of the weed-killing chemical, glyphosate, in many foods families regularly eat–cereals, granola bars, oats, snack bars, & more.— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) August 20, 2018
We need answers and we need them now.https://t.co/OU4EToBTeW
Astonishing graphic from @CNN, identifying civilian massacres in Yemen with the bomb makers - Raytheon, Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics. This should be standard in war reporting. Searing images.
Astonishing graphic from @CNN, identifying civilian massacres in Yemen with the bomb makers - Raytheon, Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics. This should be standard in war reporting. Searing images. https://t.co/EZqkSsAri6 pic.twitter.com/NWJvPuN7ct— Tim Shorrock (@TimothyS) August 18, 2018
Rand Paul was spotted boarding Air Force One this afternoon. Rand Paul said late this week that he wanted to talk to Trump about lifting sanctions on Russian political leaders. He also was the first to suggest revoking John Brennan's security clearance.
Rand Paul was spotted boarding Air Force One this afternoon. Rand Paul said late this week that he wanted to talk to Trump about lifting sanctions on Russian political leaders. He also was the first to suggest revoking John Brennan's security clearance. https://t.co/S3UmzRlxe9— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 19, 2018
The chairman of the FCC, an independent agency, says that White House counsel Don McGahn called to talk about the proposed Sinclair-Tribune merger.
The chairman of the FCC, an independent agency, says that White House counsel Don McGahn called to talk about the proposed Sinclair-Tribune merger. https://t.co/zlhu8LmVdB— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 20, 2018
Listen Trump on Hugh Hewitt's radio show 9/21/15 "I called it my weekend in Moscow ... I was w the top level people, both oligarchs & generals & top of the gov people. I can’t go further than that, but I will tell you that I met the top people & ... "
Listen— ☇RiotWomenn☇ (@riotwomennn) August 19, 2018
Trump on Hugh Hewitt's radio show 9/21/15
"I called it my weekend in Moscow ... I was w the top level people, both oligarchs & generals & top of the gov people. I can’t go further than that, but I will tell you that I met the top people & ... " pic.twitter.com/GkHxLJE8d1
AZ GOP Sen candidate Kelli Ward will go on a bus tour w/ Mike Cernovich, an alt-right activist associated w/ the PizzaGate conspiracy.
AZ GOP Sen candidate Kelli Ward will go on a bus tour w/ Mike Cernovich, an alt-right activist associated w/ the PizzaGate conspiracy.— Kasie DC (@KasieDC) August 20, 2018
JUST NOW: "I don't really know what Mike Cernovich's views are. I know he's got an audience and I want to serve everyone" Ward said pic.twitter.com/ZRaKrYRPJq
Trump brags about VA changes, but affected workers say result not good for veterans
The workers and union members say the orders, in combination with a new VA accountability law signed by @POTUS last year, are creating chaos and hurting morale https://t.co/v6GxJs53g7— Stars and Stripes (@starsandstripes) August 20, 2018
“The Senator from Kentucky is now working for Vladimir Putin.” - John McCain
“The Senator from Kentucky is now working for Vladimir Putin.” - John McCain https://t.co/FW2v6yRr7a— Renato Mariotti (@renato_mariotti) August 20, 2018
Miami Herald throws support behind Republican who says she was abducted by aliens
Miami Herald throws support behind Republican who says she was abducted by aliens https://t.co/WHQqLaeM5I— Raw Story (@RawStory) August 19, 2018
"truth isn't truth"
Truth exists and truth matters. Truth has always been the touchstone of our country’s justice system and political life. People who lie are held accountable. If we are untethered to truth, our justice system cannot function and a society based on the rule of law dissolves.— James Comey (@Comey) August 19, 2018
Rudy Giuliani yelling "truth isn't truth" is the perfect metaphor for this entire administration. pic.twitter.com/1WmzG76NAl— Brian Tyler Cohen (@briantylercohen) August 19, 2018
Let's not forget that Rudy Giuliani--old Mr. Truth Isn't Truth--worked for Purdue Pharma in 2002. Thanks in part to his efforts, sales of OxyContin continued, and the opioid epidemic was born. Just another rat thriving in the swamp Trump promised to drain.— Stephen King (@StephenKing) August 19, 2018
Omarosa says she believes Trump wants to start a "race war."
Omarosa says she believes Trump wants to start a "race war." https://t.co/htfHL6YwTr— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) August 19, 2018
Boycott Nathan's Hot Dogs
Congratulations, @originalnathans. You just got your hot dogs banned from my house. https://t.co/NWDtFSh2xh— Matthew Chapman (@fawfulfan) August 19, 2018
Economists say Trump's tariffs are unfavorable for U.S. growth
Economists say Trump's tariffs are unfavorable for U.S. growth https://t.co/0JoncxBATU— Bloomberg (@business) August 20, 2018
“If Republicans hold both houses of Congress this November, Trump will go full authoritarian, abusing institutions like the I.R.S., trying to jail opponents and journalists...and he’ll do it with full support from his party.”
“If Republicans hold both houses of Congress this November, Trump will go full authoritarian, abusing institutions like the I.R.S., trying to jail opponents and journalists...and he’ll do it with full support from his party.” -@paulkrugman https://t.co/BhG4bAKGxf— Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) August 19, 2018
NEW: Lanny Davis, an attorney for former longtime Donald Trump lawyer Michael Cohen, said he has been reaching out regularly over the last few months to John Dean, the former White House counsel who helped bring down the presidency of Richard Nixon
NEW: Lanny Davis, an attorney for former longtime Donald Trump lawyer Michael Cohen, said he has been reaching out regularly over the last few months to John Dean, the former White House counsel who helped bring down the presidency of Richard Nixon. 1) https://t.co/HSyYxedfC5— Tracie McElroy (@traciemac_Bmore) August 19, 2018
Trump Tax Cut Unlocks Millions for a Republican Election Blitz
This piece leaves me with a thought about the selling of tax cuts. There has always been an element of fraud in the conservative sales pitch, but it has gotten worse over time 1/ https://t.co/bgmJROGAdF— Paul Krugman (@paulkrugman) August 19, 2018
It’s not normal for presidents to describe someone who cooperates with law enforcement as a “rat.”
It’s not normal for presidents to describe someone who cooperates with law enforcement as a “rat.” https://t.co/o4ZYDZKbHN— Chris Megerian (@ChrisMegerian) August 19, 2018
Christmas came early for Putin: Clearance contagion
Christmas came early for Putin | @sam_vinograd for @CNNopinion https://t.co/K2pqTTBj4w pic.twitter.com/njSO19jGct— CNN (@CNN) August 20, 2018
"Ultimately, donors are giving money to wage a successful campaign not to fund people’s golden parachutes out of the White House," a top GOP donor vents
"Ultimately, donors are giving money to wage a successful campaign not to fund people’s golden parachutes out of the White House," a top GOP donor vents https://t.co/wRjtYZFxmr— POLITICO (@politico) August 20, 2018
The plan would replace U.S. troops with private military contractors overseen by a "viceroy" -- yes, viceroy -- who would report directly to Trump
The plan would replace U.S. troops with private military contractors overseen by a "viceroy" -- yes, viceroy -- who would report directly to Trump. https://t.co/OPy96eYp3u— Robert Reich (@RBReich) August 17, 2018
Breaking News: Michael Cohen, President Trump's ex-lawyer, is under investigation for bank fraud in excess of $20 million. Charges could come soon.
Breaking News: Michael Cohen, President Trump's ex-lawyer, is under investigation for bank fraud in excess of $20 million. Charges could come soon. https://t.co/4KNDvJM0MV— The New York Times (@nytimes) August 19, 2018
Trump Lawyers’ Sudden Realization: They Don’t Know What Don McGahn Told Mueller’s Team
This is very clear from a close reading of the 1st Schmidt/Haberman story which was why I tweeted Trump had no clue about the testimony. Trump’s tweet suggesting he encouraged it — that was a pure bluff. Mueller got a major break (and witness) w/ McGahn! https://t.co/PEDpxs52nT— John Dean (@JohnWDean) August 20, 2018
NEW: William Burck, attorney for Don McGahn responds to @NYTimes article on his clients interviews with the Special Counsel:
NEW: William Burck, attorney for Don McGahn responds to @NYTimes article on his clients interviews with the Special Counsel: pic.twitter.com/MIpOzSx1YX— Ryan Nobles (@ryanobles) August 18, 2018
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