Iowa’s senior Senator, @ChuckGrassley, writes another sternly worded letter demanding wait for it...you know it’s coming...another investigation into @HillaryClinton! https://t.co/Y19pekBSBv— Raymond Baker (@RayBake) September 30, 2019
Monday, September 30, 2019
Iowa’s senior Senator, @ChuckGrassley, writes another sternly worded letter demanding wait for it...you know it’s coming...another investigation into @HillaryClinton!
Just in: Sebastian Gorka is traveling with @SecPompeo to Europe, @Abs_NBC reports. He was seen getting into a State Department van headed to Joint Base Andrews for departure
Just in: Sebastian Gorka is traveling with @SecPompeo to Europe, @Abs_NBC reports. He was seen getting into a State Department van headed to Joint Base Andrews for departure— Josh Lederman (@JoshNBCNews) September 30, 2019
NEW: DOJ official said Trump initiated the calls at Barr’s request. The recent call with Australia was one of a “number of times” the president made similar calls for the AG as part of probe into the origins of the special counsel’s Russia investigation
The news is coming fast and furious and people should be careful about jumping on everything as gospel (see yesterday’s mistaken viral report from CBS that the whistleblower was under federal protection). I’d like to know more about this๐ https://t.co/ekWeC3GIIN— Preet Bharara (@PreetBharara) September 30, 2019
Not normal is an understatement. It's off the hook, The wheels have come off the bus. The AG investigating US intel services, via foreign intel services? ,.. what?
Not normal is an understatement. It's off the hook, The wheels have come off the bus. The AG investigating US intel services, via foreign intel services? ,.. what? https://t.co/7Y1lyIFe6o— Richard Engel (@RichardEngel) September 30, 2019
Remember the Saturday Night Massacre? Pretty lame compared to this, eh?
Remember the Saturday Night Massacre? Pretty lame compared to this, eh?— Mark Hertling (@MarkHertling) September 30, 2019
UPDATE: In a statement this afternoon, the intelligence community inspector general responded to the hoax story, noting that not only was there no change in requirements, but Trump’s whistleblower used the old version of the form
UPDATE: In a statement this afternoon, the intelligence community inspector general responded to the hoax story, noting that not only was there no change in requirements, but Trump’s whistleblower used the old version of the form https://t.co/d8JuqlN5jp— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 30, 2019
.@AprilDRyan on how Trump has created a "national security crisis" and a "hot, steamy, stinking mess."
.@AprilDRyan on how Trump has created a "national security crisis" and a "hot, steamy, stinking mess." pic.twitter.com/QHZ9OPBvMd— Oliver Willis (@owillis) September 30, 2019
Don’t lose focus over bad actors like Barr, Pompeo, etc. @realDonaldTrump extorted another country using YOUR tax dollars to help himself. And he’s actively covering it up. President Trump would love to distract us with the lawlessness of others. Stay focused.
Don’t lose focus over bad actors like Barr, Pompeo, etc. @realDonaldTrump extorted another country using YOUR tax dollars to help himself. And he’s actively covering it up. President Trump would love to distract us with the lawlessness of others. Stay focused.— Rep. Eric Swalwell (@RepSwalwell) September 30, 2019
RNC solicited money for Trump’s reelection with forms that look a lot like the official
RNC solicited money for Trump’s reelection with forms that look a lot like the official Census https://t.co/IdPnRNHBxu— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) September 30, 2019
CNN’s Jim Acosta: Administration officials are warning Trump that he’s probably going to be impeached
CNN’s Jim Acosta: Administration officials are warning Trump that he’s probably going to be impeachedhttps://t.co/8BQmt3YPev— Raw Story (@RawStory) September 30, 2019
JUST IN: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was on the July 25 phone call between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that has come under scrutiny after a whistleblower complaint, a source says
JUST IN: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was on the July 25 phone call between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that has come under scrutiny after a whistleblower complaint, a source says https://t.co/6zR7kwdez8— CNN (@CNN) September 30, 2019
Breaking via WaPo: Attorney General Barr has held private meetings overseas with foreign intel officials seeking their help in a DOJ inquiry that Trump hopes will discredit U.S. intel agencies' examination of Russian interference in the 2016 election.
Breaking via WaPo: Attorney General Barr has held private meetings overseas with foreign intel officials seeking their help in a DOJ inquiry that Trump hopes will discredit U.S. intel agencies' examination of Russian interference in the 2016 election. https://t.co/7IV0OSwa1y— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 30, 2019
NEW: President Trump pushed the Australian prime minister during a recent call to help Attorney General Barr gather information for a Justice Department inquiry that Mr. Trump hopes will discredit the Mueller investigation
NEW: President Trump pushed the Australian prime minister during a recent call to help Attorney General Barr gather information for a Justice Department inquiry that Mr. Trump hopes will discredit the Mueller investigation@MarkMazzettiNYT @ktbenner scoop https://t.co/68buW5zM07— Yashar Ali ๐ (@yashar) September 30, 2019
Breaking via WaPo: Attorney General Barr has held private meetings overseas with foreign intel officials seeking their help in a DOJ inquiry that Trump hopes will discredit U.S. intel agencies' examination of Russian interference in the 2016 election.
Breaking via WaPo: Attorney General Barr has held private meetings overseas with foreign intel officials seeking their help in a DOJ inquiry that Trump hopes will discredit U.S. intel agencies' examination of Russian interference in the 2016 election. https://t.co/7IV0OSwa1y— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 30, 2019
Attorney General Barr personally asked foreign officials to aid inquiry into CIA, FBI activities in 2016
Attorney General Barr personally asked foreign officials to aid inquiry into CIA, FBI activities in 2016 https://t.co/CHYAYgibqF— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) September 30, 2019
New Quinnipiac poll IMPEACH TRUMP? 47% of Americans say YES 47% of Americans say NO That's a net 20-point swing in one week Last week: 37% impeach, 57% don'
New Quinnipiac poll— Sahil Kapur (@sahilkapur) September 30, 2019
IMPEACH TRUMP?
47% of Americans say YES
47% of Americans say NO
That's a net 20-point swing in one week
Last week: 37% impeach, 57% don'thttps://t.co/UpfqM8pTYo
NEW: Rep. Chris Collins is resigning from his seat ahead of an expected guilty plea in an insider trading case in which he was accused of leaking confidential information during an urgent phone call made from a White House picnic.
NEW: Rep. Chris Collins is resigning from his seat ahead of an expected guilty plea in an insider trading case in which he was accused of leaking confidential information during an urgent phone call made from a White House picnic. https://t.co/PA6JUCLozl— PBS NewsHour (@NewsHour) September 30, 2019
According to the pool report, Trump just said, "'We're trying to find out' who the whistleblower is."
According to the pool report, Trump just said, "'We're trying to find out' who the whistleblower is."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 30, 2019
Jeff Flake: "Republicans, it is time to risk your careers in favor of your principles. Whether you believe the president deserves impeachment, you know he does not deserve reelection...you can go elsewhere for a job. But you cannot go elsewhere for a soul."
Jeff Flake: "Republicans, it is time to risk your careers in favor of your principles. Whether you believe the president deserves impeachment, you know he does not deserve reelection...you can go elsewhere for a job. But you cannot go elsewhere for a soul."https://t.co/4DgOmLXS0d— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) September 30, 2019
New: Republican Rep. Mac Thornberry has announced that he will not run for reelection next year, Dallas Morning News reports, making the 13-term lawmaker the 6th Texas Republican in Congress to head for the exits ahead of the 2020 election.
New: Republican Rep. Mac Thornberry has announced that he will not run for reelection next year, Dallas Morning News reports, making the 13-term lawmaker the 6th Texas Republican in Congress to head for the exits ahead of the 2020 election. https://t.co/7wfIIeU5G6— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 30, 2019
Pompeo announces new sanctions on Russian election meddlers; implicit rebuke to Trump’s skepticism
Pompeo announces new sanctions on Russian election meddlers; implicit rebuke to Trump’s skepticism. pic.twitter.com/OKP9mNrRxG— Michael Crowley (@michaelcrowley) September 30, 2019
Excellent explainer or why moving the transcript of POTUS calls to a codeword server is shocking.
Excellent explainer or why moving the transcript of POTUS calls to a codeword server is shocking. https://t.co/5NiQWwuk8F— Loren DeJonge Schulman (@LorenRaeDeJ) September 30, 2019
There goes another one... Mac Thornberry not running for re-election.
There goes another one...— Agape (Lupus Brumae) (@anathymadevice) September 30, 2019
Mac Thornberry not running for re-election.@karolcumminshttps://t.co/AED6c8Op4i
Jamal Khashoggi: A missing voice, a growing chorus
Opinion | Jamal Khashoggi: A missing voice, a growing chorus https://t.co/R58n94MIGC— Sheila Puryear (@smp0312) September 30, 2019
.@RepChrisCollins’ resignation letter.
.@RepChrisCollins’ resignation letter. pic.twitter.com/23ssF7ZtSS— Jerry Zremski (@JerryZremski) September 30, 2019
BREAKING: Rep. Chris Collins, the first Trump-supporting congress member, will change his plea tomorrow in insider trading case. His accused co-conspirators will change their pleas on Wednesday.
BREAKING: Rep. Chris Collins, the first Trump-supporting congress member, will change his plea tomorrow in insider trading case.— Adam Klasfeld (@KlasfeldReports) September 30, 2019
His accused co-conspirators will change their pleas on Wednesday. cc: @CourthouseNews pic.twitter.com/NmZWzIryIM
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Rep. Chris Collins of New York is resigning from Congress ahead of expected guilty plea, Speaker Pelosi's office says.
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Rep. Chris Collins of New York is resigning from Congress ahead of expected guilty plea, Speaker Pelosi's office says.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 30, 2019
Trump is calling for the arrest and prosecution of a U.S. Congressman on charges of treason, for which the penalty is death. He needs to be removed from office and it needs to happen as soon as humanly possible.
Trump is calling for the arrest and prosecution of a U.S. Congressman on charges of treason, for which the penalty is death.— Tami Burages (@tburages) September 30, 2019
He needs to be removed from office and it needs to happen as soon as humanly possible. https://t.co/ixeRfW0zz7
Sen. Gary Peters, Homeland Security Committee Ranking Member: "This is basically an existential exercise for the Ukrainians. They need to have that assistance. That's why Congress provided it ... then suddenly, it came to a halt. We need to find out why."
Sen. Gary Peters, Homeland Security Committee Ranking Member: "This is basically an existential exercise for the Ukrainians. They need to have that assistance. That's why Congress provided it ... then suddenly, it came to a halt. We need to find out why."https://t.co/BR5MJdfQ8q— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 30, 2019
As Netanyahu fights to retain power, he faces a pretrial hearing on allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust
As Netanyahu fights to retain power, he faces a pretrial hearing on allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of trust— Mike Walker (@New_Narrative) September 29, 2019
https://t.co/6uldH8eGUz
Analysis: Welcome to Week II of House Democrats' impeachment inquiry
Analysis: Welcome to Week II of House Democrats' impeachment inquiry https://t.co/pW66zGNMh8— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) September 30, 2019
This retroactive reclassification to go after a defeated political opponent after the statute of limitations has run is itself an abuse of power, one we’d expect in a banana republic. These people are growing desperate. And more dangerous by the day.
This retroactive reclassification to go after a defeated political opponent after the statute of limitations has run is itself an abuse of power, one we’d expect in a banana republic. These people are growing desperate. And more dangerous by the day. https://t.co/t1DtjEcVTl— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) September 29, 2019
‼️NEW‼️ Trump Attorneys, Joe diGenova and Victoria Toensing, Worked with Rudy Giuliani to Dig Up Ukraine Dirt on Joe Biden. All 3 were “working off the books” to get oppo research on Biden and his son. Only Trump knew about their assistance.
‼️NEW‼️— Katie Phang (@KatiePhang) September 29, 2019
Trump Attorneys, Joe diGenova and Victoria Toensing, Worked with Rudy Giuliani to Dig Up Ukraine Dirt on Joe Biden.
All 3 were “working off the books” to get oppo research on Biden and his son. Only Trump knew about their assistance. https://t.co/ruzRSpk55Y
By Colludy Rudy’s own definition, Trump withholdin’ 390 million of military aide to Ukraine to encourage an investigation into Joe Biden is “Bribery”, a Constitutional ground for impeachment. Thanks for the help, Colludy Rudy!
By Colludy Rudy’s own definition, Trump withholdin’ 390 million of military aide to Ukraine to encourage an investigation into Joe Biden is “Bribery”, a Constitutional ground for impeachment.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) September 30, 2019
Thanks for the help, Colludy Rudy! https://t.co/IYeD9b3OQ3
Dmitro Firtash isn't a whistleblower but a Russian Mobster. You joined his team and you let your FARA filing elapse; a new one isn't filed. That's a felony.
Dmitro Firtash isn't a whistleblower but a Russian Mobster. You joined his team and you let your FARA filing elapse; a new one isn't filed. That's a felony. https://t.co/fnSnDy5qaW— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) September 30, 2019
From Trump on down, prominent Republicans used part of their weekend to falsely accuse Trump’s hand-picked intelligence community inspector general (IC IG) of secretly changing the requirements for intelligence workers to submit whistleblower tips
From Trump on down, prominent Republicans used part of their weekend to falsely accuse Trump’s hand-picked intelligence community inspector general (IC IG) of secretly changing the requirements for intelligence workers to submit whistleblower tips https://t.co/aNcqInROvn— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 30, 2019
Unfortunately for @realDonaldTrump, Article I, Section 6 of the US Constitution would prevent his arrest, since it clearly states that “for any Speech or Debate in either House, they [members of Congress] shall not be questioned in any other Place.” Also, it’s not treason.
Unfortunately for @realDonaldTrump, Article I, Section 6 of the US Constitution would prevent his arrest, since it clearly states that “for any Speech or Debate in either House, they [members of Congress] shall not be questioned in any other Place.”— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) September 30, 2019
Also, it’s not treason. https://t.co/oDwvHmDyfH
You were cheating on your second wife with the woman who is now your third wife even while impeaching Clinton for cheating on his wife. Show yourself out
You were cheating on your second wife with the woman who is now your third wife even while impeaching Clinton for cheating on his wife. Show yourself out๐ฎ https://t.co/3I5ZhWgAFE— Devin Nunes’ cow ๐ฎ (@DevinCow) September 30, 2019
Historic snowstorm buries seven western states
Historic snowstorm buries seven western states https://t.co/2by3NU8z0h— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 30, 2019
Note: Even if Jordan’s claim were true (and Tapper is right that it is not) it would not be a defense to the allegation that Trump solicited campaign dirt from Zelensky. So Jordan isn’t even defending Trump here. He’s just amplifying a false narrative against Biden.
Note: Even if Jordan’s claim were true (and Tapper is right that it is not) it would not be a defense to the allegation that Trump solicited campaign dirt from Zelensky. So Jordan isn’t even defending Trump here. He’s just amplifying a false narrative against Biden. https://t.co/F9Ll28ji41— Kimberly Atkins (@KimberlyEAtkins) September 30, 2019
We've never seen anything quite like this, @SBG1 says -- a concerted, real-time effort to "spread propaganda and conspiracy theories, coming directly from the Oval Office"
We've never seen anything quite like this, @SBG1 says -- a concerted, real-time effort to "spread propaganda and conspiracy theories, coming directly from the Oval Office" pic.twitter.com/Vr6GkbBz2e— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) September 30, 2019
It took a hero - a whistleblower willing to risk it all for the truth - to shine a light on the cowards of the Trump era, the ex-generals and the insiders who took the easy path and just followed orders. History will be unkind. My new column names names
It took a hero - a whistleblower willing to risk it all for the truth - to shine a light on the cowards of the Trump era, the ex-generals and the insiders who took the easy path and just followed orders. History will be unkind. My new column names names https://t.co/jdKBwELAWj— Will Bunch ๐ (@Will_Bunch) September 29, 2019
GOP congressman slams Trump for warning of "civil war" over impeachment
GOP congressman slams Trump for warning of "civil war" over impeachment https://t.co/EBuT8fqNsX— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) September 30, 2019
Stewart Rhodes, leader of the Oath Keepers militia, is already embracing Trump's "Civil War" tweet.
Stewart Rhodes, leader of the Oath Keepers militia, is already embracing Trump's "Civil War" tweet. pic.twitter.com/YyPfBPWxaR— Nick Martin (@nickmartin) September 30, 2019
Funny, Boris Johnson suggested the same for the UK if it decides to remain in the EU. Who is playing these puppets? Bannon?
Funny, Boris Johnson suggested the same for the UK if it decides to remain in the EU.— Rory ๐ช๐บ (@rory20s) September 30, 2019
Who is playing these puppets? Bannon? https://t.co/FJ4CukcVbs
Now @realDonaldTrump is threatening every American with national doom. He is daring the nation to use its constitutional right and power to impeach and remove him. That, too, is a grave abuse of his bully pulpit. He is a menace to our democracy. Look at what he just said
Now @realDonaldTrump is threatening every American with national doom. He is daring the nation to use its constitutional right and power to impeach and remove him. That, too, is a grave abuse of his bully pulpit. He is a menace to our democracy. Look at what he just said: https://t.co/mLTQWORaxK— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) September 30, 2019
"The president's daughter right now is having all sorts of copyrights granted in foreign countries; that doesn't alarm you. The president's sons are doing all sorts of business all over the world; that doesn't alarm you. Either there's a principle or there isn't."
"The president's daughter right now is having all sorts of copyrights granted in foreign countries; that doesn't alarm you. The president's sons are doing all sorts of business all over the world; that doesn't alarm you. Either there's a principle or there isn't." pic.twitter.com/tjrFkBNVr6— Matt Rogers ๐๐ (@Politidope) September 29, 2019
Opinion: Why the world won’t forget the horror of Khashoggi’s murder
Opinion: Why the world won’t forget the horror of Khashoggi’s murder https://t.co/XsnMk1LKK4— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) September 30, 2019
What did Attorney General William Barr know about Trump's Ukraine call, and when did he know it? House Speaker Nancy Pelosi thinks "he's gone rogue."
What did Attorney General William Barr know about Trump's Ukraine call, and when did he know it? House Speaker Nancy Pelosi thinks "he's gone rogue." https://t.co/v9wJTOI9ur— HuffPost (@HuffPost) September 30, 2019
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously in 1974 that Nixon had to comply with a subpoena for his tapes. Congress will get the Trump-Putin tapes. And they will be . . . spectacular.
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously in 1974 that Nixon had to comply with a subpoena for his tapes. Congress will get the Trump-Putin tapes. And they will be . . . spectacular. https://t.co/lTq5qzjGrc— Glenn Kirschner (@glennkirschner2) September 29, 2019
Trump is inciting domestic insurrection to protect himself from legal consequences of his own illegal acts. It is in itself a high crime, and impeachable.
Trump is inciting domestic insurrection to protect himself from legal consequences of his own illegal acts. It is in itself a high crime, and impeachable. https://t.co/AqOmYV1xFs— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) September 30, 2019
Another way to put this: everyone who is trying to work for this president in good faith while keeping silent as he breaks the law is damaging the country. Time to tell the world what you know
Another way to put this: everyone who is trying to work for this president in good faith while keeping silent as he breaks the law is damaging the country. Time to tell the world what you know. https://t.co/SulWyRPUGi— Anne Applebaum (@anneapplebaum) September 29, 2019
My new column is the story I heard from Ukraine pros in USG about how they were steamrollered by Giuliani and Trump.
My new column is the story I heard from Ukraine pros in USG about how they were steamrollered by Giuliani and Trump. https://t.co/iNjj4MIF8m— Jackson Diehl (@JacksonDiehl) September 30, 2019
House impeachment inquiry is set to intensify this week with testimony from witnesses concerning allegations made by a whistleblower in the U.S. intelligence community.
House impeachment inquiry is set to intensify this week with testimony from witnesses concerning allegations made by a whistleblower in the U.S. intelligence community. https://t.co/rHd8EznGjK via @DMorganReuters pic.twitter.com/eMgSiNupJq— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) September 30, 2019
We're dealing with a very disturbed sociopath. When finally faced with impeachment for his abuses, he is lashing out and accusing everyone of treason, setting off new investigations, calling for civil war. Should've expected it. Don't be too afraid of it. That's what he wants.
We're dealing with a very disturbed sociopath. When finally faced with impeachment for his abuses, he is lashing out and accusing everyone of treason, setting off new investigations, calling for civil war.— Michelangelo Signorile (@MSignorile) September 30, 2019
Should've expected it. Don't be too afraid of it. That's what he wants.
FUN FACT: Cambridge Analytica (in possible consultation with Russians) was testing “DRAIN THE SWAMP!” & “BUILD THE WALL!” long before Trump ran in the 2016 election. They told him those words worked, so he repeats them like a malfunctioning robo
FUN FACT:— Mrs. Betty Bowers (@BettyBowers) September 28, 2019
Cambridge Analytica (in possible consultation with Russians) was testing “DRAIN THE SWAMP!” & “BUILD THE WALL!” long before Trump ran in the 2016 election.
They told him those words worked, so he repeats them like a malfunctioning robot.https://t.co/CkgbyKytMG
John Bolton will encourage the GOP to turn on Trump now that he’s reeling from impeachment: MSNBC panel
John Bolton will encourage the GOP to turn on Trump now that he’s reeling from impeachment: MSNBC panelhttps://t.co/U5MzRdulOY— Raw Story (@RawStory) September 30, 2019
“I DO think he should be in trouble!” On The #AxeFiles, up Monday, legendary retired Admiral Bill McRaven speaks out about @realDonaldTrump contacts w/Ukrainian president. Here’s a clip:๐ Listen to the whole podcast when it comes up tomorrow!
“I DO think he should be in trouble!”— David Axelrod (@davidaxelrod) September 29, 2019
On The #AxeFiles, up Monday, legendary retired Admiral Bill McRaven speaks out about @realDonaldTrump contacts w/Ukrainian president.
Here’s a clip:๐
Listen to the whole podcast when it comes up tomorrow! pic.twitter.com/P7f5EL7fxU
Boris Johnson battles allegations of sexual impropriety as his Brexit opponents plot to oust him
Boris Johnson battles allegations of sexual impropriety as his Brexit opponents plot to oust him https://t.co/UKY1WesIpf— Bloomberg (@business) September 30, 2019
ICYMI: "With each passing day, the Trump administration trades patriots for sycophants who will support anything this president says or does to stay in his good graces."
ICYMI: "With each passing day, the Trump administration trades patriots for sycophants who will support anything this president says or does to stay in his good graces." https://t.co/IhvYPf27ZR— Brandi Buchman (@BBuchman_CNS) September 30, 2019
Trump calls for treason inquiry into House impeachment leader and demands to meet whistle-blower
Trump calls for treason inquiry into House impeachment leader and demands to meet whistle-blower https://t.co/thKQS1IBwX— Bloomberg (@business) September 30, 2019
Here's why John Oliver thinks 'Stupid Watergate II' might actually take down Trump
Here's why John Oliver thinks 'Stupid Watergate II' might actually take down Trumphttps://t.co/x2DGWOBdAJ— Raw Story (@RawStory) September 30, 2019
Trump’s illegal investigation into legal acts & his subsequent threats to the whistleblower have necessitated putting them under federal protection due to real fear of retaliation. After trump’s recent threat, shouldn’t we protect @RepAdamSchiff too?
Trump’s illegal investigation into legal acts & his subsequent threats to the whistleblower have necessitated putting them under federal protection due to real fear of retaliation.— Angel (@Angelux1111) September 30, 2019
After trump’s recent threat, shouldn’t we protect @RepAdamSchiff too? https://t.co/zwnoIX7PgE
John Oliver: “This particular Trump scandal does start to feel a little different, and something that is absolutely meriting of impeachment”
John Oliver: “This particular Trump scandal does start to feel a little different, and something that is absolutely meriting of impeachment” https://t.co/vPgVJTXcQ0— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 30, 2019
Donald Trump has made clear his main 2020 tactic will be publicly ratcheting up his grievances against opponents
Donald Trump has made clear his main 2020 tactic will be publicly ratcheting up his grievances against opponents https://t.co/5oEp1jRo4r— Bloomberg (@business) September 30, 2019
Abortion cases are coming to the U.S. Supreme Court, and they’re only getting harder for the justices to avoid
Abortion cases are coming to the U.S. Supreme Court, and they’re only getting harder for the justices to avoid https://t.co/9fVPVGsFlG— Bloomberg (@business) September 30, 2019
Ex-prosecutor laughs off Giuliani’s latest ‘ridiculous’ defense of Trump and advises him to lawyer up
Ex-prosecutor laughs off Giuliani’s latest ‘ridiculous’ defense of Trump and advises him to lawyer uphttps://t.co/xHN2jF3JGl— Raw Story (@RawStory) September 30, 2019
Deflection. You bury the dispositive fact: 1. The President has admitted he leveraged the Presidency and U.S. foreign military assistance to have a foreign leader investigate his political opponent. His purpose was to benefit personally. That is Abuse of Power, and impeachable.
Deflection. You bury the dispositive fact:— David Jolly (@DavidJollyFL) September 30, 2019
1. The President has admitted he leveraged the Presidency and U.S. foreign military assistance to have a foreign leader investigate his political opponent. His purpose was to benefit personally. That is Abuse of Power, and impeachable. https://t.co/cd9ERwcAmT
Republican House minority leader goes down in epic flames during ’60 Minutes’ interview
Republican House minority leader goes down in epic flames during ’60 Minutes’ interviewhttps://t.co/6mcnE07AEO— Raw Story (@RawStory) September 30, 2019
"Tัump is obsessed with me because he is an illegitimate president.” -Hillary Rodham Clinton
"Tัump is obsessed with me because he is an illegitimate president.”— David R•lst•n (@dr0lst0n) September 30, 2019
-Hillary Rodham Clinton
Giuliani: I paid my own way to Madrid, Paris, and Warsaw to try to get dirt on Joe Biden
Giuliani: I paid my own way to Madrid, Paris, and Warsaw to try to get dirt on Joe Biden https://t.co/TL7qOLX8Un— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 30, 2019
Trump is trying to scare us. We must remain non-violent. We should be asking why the GOP won't use the #25Amendmenth
Trump is trying to scare us. We must remain non-violent.— Steve Herzfeld ๐ (@american2084) September 30, 2019
We should be asking why the GOP won't use the #25Amendmenthttps://t.co/N353xwQOmV
With the news coming rapid-fire, I want to make sure we target Wayne LaPierre and the NRA. These are despicable traitors, worse in their own way than even Trump, and I want to explain exactly why their villainy is singularly evil.
Thanks to everyone who liked & RT'd yesterday's NRA thread. It is far and away the most read piece I've shared on Twitter. This is heartening, as the goal is for people to understand how truly odious the NRA/Russia connection really is. Thank you. https://t.co/M8LqSucYSm— Greg Olear (@gregolear) September 29, 2019
Sajid Javid promises billions to cushion effect of no-deal Brexit
Sajid Javid promises billions to cushion effect of no-deal Brexit https://t.co/marDqfREz2— Financial Times (@FT) September 30, 2019
BREAKING: A suicide car bomber detonated a vehicle packed with explosives at the gate of a U.S. military base in Somalia, AP reports
BREAKING: A suicide car bomber detonated a vehicle packed with explosives at the gate of a U.S. military base in Somalia, AP reports https://t.co/E8OKxBQzEt pic.twitter.com/xSvZOWieNv— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) September 30, 2019
A reminder! If you are confused about Ukraine, the country now being dragged into US politics, my book RED FAMINE will give you some background
A reminder! If you are confused about Ukraine, the country now being dragged into US politics, my book RED FAMINE will give you some background https://t.co/kZ46VVEim1— Anne Applebaum (@anneapplebaum) September 30, 2019
UK can leave the EU on October 31 without a deal, Javid says
UK can leave the EU on October 31 without a deal, Javid says https://t.co/8HXY8xGJWU pic.twitter.com/tPWHr72NGU— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) September 30, 2019
Another bit of news on 60 Minutes: Schiff says he expects to subpoena Rudy for documents as soon as early this week. A request for testimony may come later.
Another bit of news on 60 Minutes: Schiff says he expects to subpoena Rudy for documents as soon as early this week. A request for testimony may come later.— Nicholas Fandos (@npfandos) September 30, 2019
The New York Times has officially endorsed impeachment
The New York Times has officially endorsed impeachment.https://t.co/GJabwDWpPh— Joshua Potash ๐ (@JoshuaPotash) September 29, 2019
Donald Trump May Have Intervened With Colin Kaepernick's Signing And Fans Are Furious
Donald Trump May Have Intervened With Colin Kaepernick's Signing And Fans Are Furious https://t.co/TOFxkpwZbf— Gary Schwall (@GLSCHWALL) September 30, 2019
"Graham repeated the term 'hearsay' 11 times, as though it were an incantation that, by magic, would cause the pile of evidence against Trump to disappear. You can’t just dismiss a bunch of proven facts by calling them 'hearsay.'"
"Graham repeated the term 'hearsay' 11 times, as though it were an incantation that, by magic, would cause the pile of evidence against Trump to disappear. You can’t just dismiss a bunch of proven facts by calling them 'hearsay.'" https://t.co/jprfA5l4VX— Democratic Coalition (@TheDemCoalition) September 30, 2019
"Trump spent much of his day tweeting about the impeachment proceedings, claiming he’s been framed, lashing out at the whistleblower & calling for Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff to be investigated for treason." "Civil War" is trending #1 at the moment.
"Trump spent much of his day tweeting about the impeachment proceedings, claiming he’s been framed, lashing out at the whistleblower & calling for Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff to be investigated for treason."— Lotsofur 2.0 (@RealTwitish) September 30, 2019
"Civil War" is trending #1 at the moment. ๐คฆ♂️https://t.co/72oITKFLQL
It’s empty talk, but the president threatening the entire country with bloodshed is but another reason to impeach and remove him from office
It’s empty talk, but the president threatening the entire country with bloodshed is but another reason to impeach and remove him from office. pic.twitter.com/luwntjHXT4— Adam Serwer๐ (@AdamSerwer) September 30, 2019
A reminder that Iowa Senator @SenJoniErnst wholeheartedly and unequivocally supports, enables, and protects a corrupt @POTUS who is threatening the United States with civil war if he is held accountable. What kind of Senator does that?
A reminder that Iowa Senator @SenJoniErnst wholeheartedly and unequivocally supports, enables, and protects a corrupt @POTUS who is threatening the United States with civil war if he is held accountable.— Raymond Baker (@RayBake) September 30, 2019
What kind of Senator does that? #ImpeachTrumpPenceBarr #defeatJoniErnst https://t.co/rSdtYS5IOD
Boris Johnson could be forced out as UK Prime Minister next week
Boris Johnson could be forced out as UK Prime Minister next weekhttps://t.co/iHuBJdy3Du— Richard McFadyen๐จ๐ฆ (@RTMcFadyen) September 30, 2019
It nearly defies belief how the White House has sunk itself in conspiracy theories normally only found on the very fringes of the debate in more normal countries.
It nearly defies belief how the White House has sunk itself in conspiracy theories normally only found on the very fringes of the debate in more normal countries. https://t.co/TXeSsUzGIk— Carl Bildt (@carlbildt) September 30, 2019
Why can't Stephen Miller answer questions from Chris Wallace? Because FACTS. It is illegal & unAmerican for @POTUS to solicit a foreign power to help his re-election campaign, and to use private lawyers (and maybe Barr) to pressure Ukraine. Trump also blocked aid to Ukraine.
Why can't Stephen Miller answer questions from Chris Wallace? Because FACTS.— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) September 29, 2019
It is illegal & unAmerican for @POTUS to solicit a foreign power to help his re-election campaign, and to use private lawyers (and maybe Barr) to pressure Ukraine. Trump also blocked aid to Ukraine. https://t.co/e7i8GvVSQz
Wall Street warns against bets on any October U.S.-China trade truce
Wall Street warns against bets on any October U.S.-China trade truce https://t.co/nlBM8XCXmp— Bloomberg (@business) September 30, 2019
Hello, @Twitter, at what point does calling for civil war count as incitement to violence that's a violation of your terms of service?
Hello, @Twitter, at what point does calling for civil war count as incitement to violence that's a violation of your terms of service? https://t.co/9P9rfcpNXH— Mieke Eoyang (@MiekeEoyang) September 30, 2019
Hundreds of people have rallied in Elista, the capital of Russia's southwestern Kalmykia region, to protest the appointment of a former leader of Kremlin-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine, Dmitry Trapeznikov, as acting city mayor.
Hundreds of people have rallied in Elista, the capital of Russia's southwestern Kalmykia region, to protest the appointment of a former leader of Kremlin-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine, Dmitry Trapeznikov, as acting city mayor. https://t.co/YzCw3Suek4 pic.twitter.com/fGiQiBxjr8— Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (@RFERL) September 30, 2019
A president of the United States accusing a member of Congress of treason is literally unconstitutional and presumptively impeachable. Imagine this was happening in another country—it would signify a massive breakdown. You’d expect someone to fix it. And if not, you’d worry a lot
A president of the United States accusing a member of Congress of treason is literally unconstitutional and presumptively impeachable. Imagine this was happening in another country—it would signify a massive breakdown. You’d expect someone to fix it. And if not, you’d worry a lot https://t.co/shCRvCUyg8— Paul Musgrave (@profmusgrave) September 29, 2019
This focus on the whistleblower is a tactical diversion. It’s about the phone call itself and the other evidence around it (withholding funds, hiding the records). The whistleblower attacks are a red-herring distraction tactic
This focus on the whistleblower is a tactical diversion. It’s about the phone call itself and the other evidence around it (withholding funds, hiding the records).— Elie Honig (@eliehonig) September 30, 2019
The whistleblower attacks are a red-herring distraction tactic. https://t.co/c98Unetbmn
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill couldn't figure out over this past summer why nearly $400 million in aid they'd voted to go to Ukraine still wasn't in the country's coffers.
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill couldn't figure out over this past summer why nearly $400 million in aid they'd voted to go to Ukraine still wasn't in the country's coffers. https://t.co/nVx0JJ4z1N— CNN (@CNN) September 30, 2019
The Salt Lake Tribune Editorial Board stands in favor of the impeachment inquiry
The Salt Lake Tribune Editorial Board stands in favor of the impeachment inquiry https://t.co/zhTmyz5bvx— The Salt Lake Tribune (@sltrib) September 28, 2019
Jacob Wohl’s first victim committed suicide, after being swindled out of his life savings. He & Jack Burkman tried to set up Robert Mueller for rape & Mayor Pete for sexual assault. Now they’re offering a $50k bounty for the Whistleblower. Why are they not charged or in prison?
Jacob Wohl’s first victim committed suicide, after being swindled out of his life savings. He & Jack Burkman tried to set up Robert Mueller for rape & Mayor Pete for sexual assault. Now they’re offering a $50k bounty for the Whistleblower. Why are they not charged or in prison?— Hoodlum ๐บ๐ธ (@HoodlumRIP) September 30, 2019
It gets worse — “@FoxNews has learned that @DeptofDefense , @StateDept @WHNSC were “unanimous” in supporting the aid to Ukraine, and that @realDonaldTrump acted alone in withholding the aid over the summer.”
It gets worse — “@FoxNews has learned that @DeptofDefense , @StateDept @WHNSC were “unanimous” in supporting the aid to Ukraine, and that @realDonaldTrump acted alone in withholding the aid over the summer.” https://t.co/WHh2DyH5Q8— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) September 30, 2019
Sometimes I can't decide who is the most corrupt, embarrassing, shameful Californian, @DevinNunes or @GOPLeader Kevin McCarthy
Sometimes I can't decide who is the most corrupt, embarrassing, shameful Californian, @DevinNunes or @GOPLeader Kevin McCarthy. https://t.co/32tf5ocayG— Bryce Engstrom (@Bryce_Engstrom) September 30, 2019
The president’s civil war talk makes me suspect he may not go quietly into that good night.
I do need to note that the President of the United States of America is threatening a civil war if he isn't allowed to operate outside the law, and to operate without any accountability for his actions.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) September 30, 2019
He seems nice.
The president’s civil war talk makes me suspect he may not go quietly into that good night.— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) September 30, 2019
"President Trump was repeatedly warned by his own staff that the Ukraine conspiracy theory that he and his lawyer were pursuing was “completely debunked” long before the president pressed Ukraine this summer to investigate his Democratic rivals..."
"President Trump was repeatedly warned by his own staff that the Ukraine conspiracy theory that he and his lawyer were pursuing was “completely debunked” long before the president pressed Ukraine this summer to investigate his Democratic rivals..."https://t.co/rFOb4Kc4zo— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) September 30, 2019
The only Deep State that exists is the deep state of DENIAL on display by Trump’s supporters right now
The only Deep State that exists is the deep state of DENIAL on display by Trump’s supporters right now๐๐ฝ https://t.co/bVy2hYODwt— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) September 30, 2019
Rep. Kinzinger (R-Ill.) on Trump tweeting pastor's remarks that Dems would cause a "Civil War like fracture" if he's removed from office: "I have visited nations ravaged by civil war. ... I have never imagined such a quote to be repeated by a President"
Rep. Kinzinger (R-Ill.) on Trump tweeting pastor's remarks that Dems would cause a "Civil War like fracture" if he's removed from office: "I have visited nations ravaged by civil war. ... I have never imagined such a quote to be repeated by a President" https://t.co/I4oMmhrmr2— Axios (@axios) September 30, 2019
Which leads to the next logical question: Does Mitch secretly want this impeachment to happen so there's a chance of salvaging the Republican Party post-Trump?
Which leads to the next logical question:— Tami Burages (@tburages) September 30, 2019
Does Mitch secretly want this impeachment to happen so there's a chance of salvaging the Republican Party post-Trump?
18 USC 2383 "Whoever incites... any rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States... shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States."
18 USC 2383— Laura Haines (@Haines4Laura) September 30, 2019
"Whoever incites... any rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States... shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States."@SpeakerPelosi
When Trump's not threatenin' WhistleBlowers and federal witnesses, he's promotin' blood in the streets. Trump is a clear and present danger to the safety of the nation.
When Trump's not threatenin' WhistleBlowers and federal witnesses, he's promotin' blood in the streets.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) September 30, 2019
Trump is a clear and present danger to the safety of the nation. https://t.co/d7XAUvz87z
“for any Speech or Debate in either House, they shall not be questioned in any other Place” Art. 1, Sec. 6 the language of tyranny is so invariable that the founders could word-perfectly anticipate this tweet 230 years ago.
“for any Speech or Debate in either House, they shall not be questioned in any other Place” Art. 1, Sec. 6— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) September 30, 2019
the language of tyranny is so invariable that the founders could word-perfectly anticipate this tweet 230 years ago. https://t.co/5RJjxtjsq9
Our president and his free lawyer are threatening a civil war because that’s what happens in a normal democracy....
Our president and his free lawyer are threatening a civil war because that’s what happens in a normal democracy.... https://t.co/DkW8dDtM23— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) September 30, 2019
Two newspapers have now run editorials calling on @realDonaldTrump to resign.
Two newspapers have now run editorials calling on @realDonaldTrump to resign. https://t.co/jvDnL4xBVq— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) September 30, 2019
I mean... someone could still ask him what it’s like to date your cousin. That would stop the spin
I mean... someone could still ask him what it’s like to date your cousin.— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) September 30, 2019
That would stop the spin. https://t.co/tklLZsOhJu
Here's this part of the phone call which you've heard a million people quote: "I would like you to do us a favor, though." The word "though" doing a lot of work here, right? (From Wednesday's show:
Here's this part of the phone call which you've heard a million people quote:— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) September 30, 2019
"I would like you to do us a favor, though."
The word "though" doing a lot of work here, right?
(From Wednesday's show: https://t.co/3B54MjFInH) pic.twitter.com/wuxnGyksuF
I think we have enough and should put it on for a vote in the next two weeks. His civil war tweet was another grounds for impeachment. Enough. Just impeach him. And @TwitterSupport doing nothing is grounds for Congress to seize its assets.
I think we have enough and should put it on for a vote in the next two weeks. His civil war tweet was another grounds for impeachment. Enough. Just impeach him. And @TwitterSupport doing nothing is grounds for Congress to seize its assets. https://t.co/bBWI1CXy7l— Tim Hogan (@TimInHonolulu) September 30, 2019
An attorney for a city in Mississippi said in court documents a man who was shot by police in a case of mistaken identity has no Fourth or 14th Amendment protections because he was not a US citizen
An attorney for a city in Mississippi said in court documents a man who was shot by police in a case of mistaken identity has no Fourth or 14th Amendment protections because he was not a US citizen https://t.co/uAcZ8RO6dN— CNN (@CNN) September 30, 2019
Here's how the markets reacted to previous impeachments
Here's how the markets reacted to previous impeachments https://t.co/TQ3fVAxOkc— CNN (@CNN) September 30, 2019
Trump is panicking tonight and tweeting about "civil war" if he's removed from office. It tells us one very important, immediate thing: He's not convinced McConnell's Senate won't vote to convict him.
If Trump truly believes McConnell has his back, he'd just say, "Fine. Go ahead an impeach me. It'll go nowhere and then we can get back to building the wall. Now leave me alone. I have some golf to play." That ain't where he's at.— Brandon Friedman (@BFriedmanDC) September 30, 2019
On a day the sitting president called for the outing of a confidential whistleblower, the whistleblower’s lawyers write the Acting DNI Maguire “..to formally notify you of serious concerns we have regarding our client’s personal safety”.
On a day the sitting president called for the outing of a confidential whistleblower, the whistleblower’s lawyers write the Acting DNI Maguire “..to formally notify you of serious concerns we have regarding our client’s personal safety”.— Jim Sciutto (@jimsciutto) September 30, 2019
In other words, if you don’t let me get away with all my crimes against American democracy I’ll instigate an armed insurrection. Republicans are ok with this?
In other words, if you don’t let me get away with all my crimes against American democracy I’ll instigate an armed insurrection. Republicans are ok with this? https://t.co/7hbc04aOLP— Ben Rhodes (@brhodes) September 30, 2019
Nice little republic you got there. Be a shame if it were torn apart in a Civil War.
Nice little republic you got there. Be a shame if it were torn apart in a Civil War. https://t.co/j1PqX7GiVn— Jeet Heer (@HeerJeet) September 30, 2019
Did Blackwater's founder lie to the U.S. Congress and our audience? In March, @mehdirhasan asked Erik Prince about his ties to Trump's 2016 campaign:
Did Blackwater's founder lie to the U.S. Congress and our audience? In March, @mehdirhasan asked Erik Prince about his ties to Trump's 2016 campaign: pic.twitter.com/9E1hZUGT0o— Head to Head (@AJHeadtoHead) September 29, 2019
Ivanka is like a wedding crasher Nobody invited her She's not in the guest list She didn't bring a gift She tries really hard to blend in She takes advantage of all the perks Nobody knows why she's there
Ivanka is like a wedding crasher— ๐๐ข๐ช๐ช๐ ๐๐ฉ๐ข๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐ฏ™๐๐ณ️๐ (@Lady_Star_Gem) September 29, 2019
Nobody invited her
She's not in the guest list
She didn't bring a gift
She tries really hard to blend in
She takes advantage of all the perks
Nobody knows why she's there
On @Breakingviews – China turns 70, to forced applause: President Xi Jinping has bought compliance and crushed resistance. His cowing of internal critics, however, is becoming a risk to economic resilience
On @Breakingviews – China turns 70, to forced applause: President Xi Jinping has bought compliance and crushed resistance. His cowing of internal critics, however, is becoming a risk to economic resilience, says @petesweeneypro https://t.co/AyVzYkKSMQ pic.twitter.com/0S5u1ZEZyU— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) September 30, 2019
Rudy Giuliani claims that if President Trump did not ask Ukraine to investigate former VP Biden, it would have violated the Constitution.
Rudy Giuliani claims that if President Trump did not ask Ukraine to investigate former VP Biden, it would have violated the Constitution. https://t.co/QqGBFOSXpk— NBC News (@NBCNews) September 29, 2019
There’s not an ounce of integrity or patriotism in @GOPLeader McCarthy’s body.
There’s not an ounce of integrity or patriotism in @GOPLeader McCarthy’s body. https://t.co/uwAzAQFCxW— Col. Morris Davis (@ColMorrisDavis) September 30, 2019
In pushing probe of rival, did President Donald Trump enlist the U.S. government?
In pushing probe of rival, did President Donald Trump enlist the U.S. government? https://t.co/8pgMdcOEId by @bradheath pic.twitter.com/xdIn8JptJy— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) September 30, 2019
A prominent bodyguard of Saudi King Salman was killed following a personal dispute, state-run media reports
A prominent bodyguard of Saudi King Salman was killed following a personal dispute, state-run media reports https://t.co/Pxzxz8F2nd— Bloomberg (@business) September 30, 2019
Never in the history of American Politics, has it been so obvious that a Person is being blackmailed. What do Trump and the Russian's have on you, Lindsey?
Never in the history of American Politics, has it been so obvious that a Person is being blackmailed. What do Trump and the Russian's have on you, Lindsey? https://t.co/gDdSwp7Sx4— Dr. Jack Brown (@DrGJackBrown) September 29, 2019
What’s that...about a hundred tweets in the past 24 hours? He’s flailing at shadows. He’s talking to himself. He’s screaming into the wind. He’s impaired. He’s unfit. Hey Republicans, it’s going to get worse. Much worse.
What’s that...about a hundred tweets in the past 24 hours? He’s flailing at shadows. He’s talking to himself. He’s screaming into the wind. He’s impaired. He’s unfit.— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) September 30, 2019
Hey Republicans, it’s going to get worse. Much worse.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have released video claiming responsibility for a 72-hour attack on Saudi Arabian and Yemeni forces that purportedly left hundreds dead
Yemen's Houthi rebels have released video claiming responsibility for a 72-hour attack on Saudi Arabian and Yemeni forces that purportedly left hundreds dead https://t.co/D161YEML87— CNN (@CNN) September 30, 2019
Guys...what if this scandal ends up taking down, like, everyone in the Republican Party?
Guys...what if this scandal ends up taking down, like, everyone in the Republican Party? https://t.co/EoAGOtiVLO— Matthew Chapman (@fawfulfan) September 29, 2019
18 USC 2383 "Whoever incites... any rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States... shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States."
18 USC 2383— Mieke Eoyang (@MiekeEoyang) September 30, 2019
"Whoever incites... any rebellion or insurrection against the authority of the United States... shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States." https://t.co/9P9rfcpNXH
Great piece by @AshaRangappa_ breaking down the twisty turny corrupty crazy events & Special Agent Fruity G (aka Rudy) bizarro role in the mess
Great piece by @AshaRangappa_ breaking down the twisty turny corrupty crazy events & Special Agent Fruity G (aka Rudy) bizarro role in the mess ๐คฆ๐ป♀️ https://t.co/YwD8QYDFDQ— Emily Brandwin (@CIAspygirl) September 29, 2019
Sen. Harris calls for AG Barr to testify before Congress as part of the impeachment inquiry, saying Barr "is the top lawyer of the United States of America. If he is subpoenaed by a court or Congress to testify ... he better show up."
Sen. Harris calls for AG Barr to testify before Congress as part of the impeachment inquiry, saying Barr "is the top lawyer of the United States of America. If he is subpoenaed by a court or Congress to testify ... he better show up."https://t.co/VkQEulZaPC— MSNBC (@MSNBC) September 30, 2019
Friendly reminder that retaliation against a whistleblower is a federal crime.
Friendly reminder that retaliation against a whistleblower is a federal crime. https://t.co/LJAmRUgTST— Brian Tyler Cohen (@briantylercohen) September 29, 2019
Katie Johnson
Jessica Leeds— Karine Jean-Pierre (@K_JeanPierre) September 30, 2019
Kristin Anderson
Jill Harth
Cathy Heller
Temple Taggart McDowell
Karena Virginia
Bridget Sullivan
Tasha Dixon
Mindy McGillivray
Rcahel Crooks
Natasha Stoynoff
Jenifer Murphy
Jessica Drake
Ninni Laaksonen
Summer Zervos
Cassandra Searles
E. Jean Carroll https://t.co/GMnj1NzKZk
In terms of Civil War, we're not going to see the massed armies of 1861-65 but something that's already happening: sporadic white nationalist violence inspired by rhetoric from Trump and his circle. Stochastic terrorism.
In terms of Civil War, we're not going to see the massed armies of 1861-65 but something that's already happening: sporadic white nationalist violence inspired by rhetoric from Trump and his circle. Stochastic terrorism.— Jeet Heer (@HeerJeet) September 30, 2019
I have visited nations ravaged by civil war. @realDonaldTrump I have never imagined such a quote to be repeated by a President. This is beyond repugnant.
I have visited nations ravaged by civil war. @realDonaldTrump I have never imagined such a quote to be repeated by a President. This is beyond repugnant. https://t.co/a5Bae7bP7g— Adam Kinzinger (@RepKinzinger) September 30, 2019
“There’s two people I think Putin pays: Rohrabacher and Trump,” Kevin McCarthy said in June 2016 before he became a trump zombie.
“There’s two people I think Putin pays: Rohrabacher and Trump,” Kevin McCarthy said in June 2016 before he became a trump zombie. https://t.co/da9euqvkFi— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) September 30, 2019
How seriously is Boris Johnson taking Brexit? Not very, is the view of a growing number of people
How seriously is Boris Johnson taking Brexit? Not very, is the view of a growing number of people | Analysis by @LukeMcGee https://t.co/s1SY2sUOOC— CNN (@CNN) September 30, 2019
More than 80 ethics complaints against Brett Kavanaugh dismissed because he's now a Justice
More than 80 ethics complaints against Brett Kavanaugh dismissed because he's now a Justicehttps://t.co/UwrL0q7g41— James Mitchell Ⓥ (@MesMitch) September 29, 2019
As you watch Trump’s defenders lie, deflect, and distract today and in the coming weeks, remember that they don’t care about being caught in obvious lies. Calling bullshit still means you’re talking about the bullshit, not the facts.
This is part of the “flood not dam” model. They want doubt. They can make up a dozen new lies and new distractions every day while there’s only one truth. Stop chasing them and keep repeating the facts.— Garry Kasparov (@Kasparov63) September 29, 2019
They’ll attack the truth-tellers, accuse them of anything at all, because playing defense takes energy. They’ll use whataboutism to distract from their crimes. Keep following the money and repeating the truth.— Garry Kasparov (@Kasparov63) September 29, 2019
Sunday, September 29, 2019
Beyond parody
Beyond parody ๐ https://t.co/l4F8bY6NTz— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) September 30, 2019
The President is threatening civil war if he’s impeached. This is straight-up batshit crazy.
The President is threatening civil war if he’s impeached. This is straight-up batshit crazy. https://t.co/lLo2pr8Iv6— Mikel Jollett (@Mikel_Jollett) September 30, 2019
Translation: I just realized Ukraine story will lead back to disgraced traitor & former campaign chairman Manafort. I must change subject.
Translation: I just realized Ukraine story will lead back to disgraced traitor & former campaign chairman Manafort. I must change subject. https://t.co/E9enITTayz— Ming Solenya Nethery (@MingGao26) September 30, 2019
Dangerous and authoritarian. The President is the head of the executive branch, which includes the Department of Justice. How long are we going to wait around hope that no one will act on his wishes?
Dangerous and authoritarian. The President is the head of the executive branch, which includes the Department of Justice. How long are we going to wait around hope that no one will act on his wishes? pic.twitter.com/UzYgfHmiy9— Brendan Nyhan (@BrendanNyhan) September 29, 2019
“It’s hard to describe how dangerous and loathsome that invitation to violence is.” House Intelligence Chair Adam Schiff responds to President Trump appearing to threaten whoever revealed his call with Ukraine’s president
“It’s hard to describe how dangerous and loathsome that invitation to violence is.” House Intelligence Chair Adam Schiff responds to President Trump appearing to threaten whoever revealed his call with Ukraine’s president https://t.co/2qHDZSuNBX pic.twitter.com/iNFhuxgJV6— 60 Minutes (@60Minutes) September 30, 2019
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