House Democrats should make it their top priority to obtain Trump's tax returns and release them to the public, Americans for Tax Fairness argues in a new report obtained by NBC News, calling it "a legitimate exercise of Congress's oversight authority." https://t.co/PRHWKbeLeb— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 5, 2019
Saturday, January 5, 2019
House Democrats should make it their top priority to obtain Trump's tax returns and release them to the public, Americans for Tax Fairness argues in a new report obtained by NBC News, calling it "a legitimate exercise of Congress's oversight authority."
NBC reporting the Pentagon Chief of Staff has resigned. This within 24 hours of Trump claiming he can call national emergency and direct DOD to build a wall.
NBC reporting the Pentagon Chief of Staff has resigned. This within 24 hours of Trump claiming he can call national emergency and direct DOD to build a wall.— Adam Parkhomenko (@AdamParkhomenko) January 5, 2019
JUST IN: Pentagon Chief of Staff has resigned. "After two years in the Pentagon, I've decided the time is right to return to the private sector. It has been an honor to serve again alongside the men and women of the Department of Defense," said Rear Adm Kevin Sweeney, USN (Ret.)
JUST IN: Pentagon Chief of Staff has resigned. "After two years in the Pentagon, I've decided the time is right to return to the private sector. It has been an honor to serve again alongside the men and women of the Department of Defense," said Rear Adm Kevin Sweeney, USN (Ret.)— HansNichols (@HansNichols) January 5, 2019
The courts run out of cash next Friday. Here’s what happens then
The courts run out of cash next Friday. Here’s what happens then https://t.co/G1O9dqt7wz— Marc Severson (@MarcSeverson) January 6, 2019
Congressman proposes eliminating Electoral College, preventing presidents from pardoning themselves
Interesting.https://t.co/RzTUUfHv3A— BadDude.SimoHayha😠 (@ChiefCovfefe) January 5, 2019
If Trump thinks migrants in the U.S. illegally are dangerous, why has he hired so many of them?
If Trump thinks migrants in the U.S. illegally are dangerous, why has he hired so many of them?https://t.co/ZLaBLpWmlk (via @latimesopinion)— Los Angeles Times (@latimes) January 5, 2019
America has no president
This morning, while Mike Pence led negotiations to reopen the government, Trump used Twitter to:— Translate Trump (@TranslateRealDT) January 5, 2019
- Thank Kanye West
- Invent a Border Crisis
- Attack Democrats
- Scorn Public Servants
- Defend his own Criminality
- Undermine the Free Press
America has no president.
Trump simultaneously claims most furloughed federal employees are democrats AND that those employees support his wall, over being paid.
Trump simultaneously claims most furloughed federal employees are democrats AND that those employees support his wall, over being paid. https://t.co/l5BjdNkzfg— Preet Bharara (@PreetBharara) January 5, 2019
Prosecutors are trained to recognize CONSCIOUSNESS OF GUILT. Curious what an example of that looks like? Read the @realDonaldTrump below
Prosecutors are trained to recognize CONSCIOUSNESS OF GUILT. Curious what an example of that looks like? Read the @realDonaldTrump below.#SaturdayMorning Thoughts https://t.co/Kg1ahx0uPn— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) January 5, 2019
"The Government Shutdown Is “Life And Death” For Low-Wage Subcontractors Who Likely Won’t Be Repaid For Lost Time"
"The Government Shutdown Is “Life And Death” For Low-Wage Subcontractors Who Likely Won’t Be Repaid For Lost Time" https://t.co/3cyQwlkz4U— Judd Legum (@JuddLegum) January 4, 2019
Sunday will mark 2 years since @JohnBrennan, @Comey, Clapper, & Rogers briefed @realDonaldTrump on Russian interference w/ 2016 election. What's Trump done in 2 years to protect us from this threat?@amac & I recently said "not much"
Sunday will mark 2 years since @JohnBrennan, @Comey, Clapper, & Rogers briefed @realDonaldTrump on Russian interference w/ 2016 election.— Joshua A. Geltzer (@jgeltzer) January 4, 2019
What's Trump done in 2 years to protect us from this threat?@amac & I recently said "not much" via @just_security: https://t.co/mSoTctHWMX
'The existential threat of our time': Pelosi elevates climate change on Day One
#Democrats put #climatechange back on the forefront of their governing agenda. We, as #globalcitizens, truly appreciate all the efforts and support being given for #ClimateAction #GU4PH #climatejustice #SDGs #GlobalGoals #science https://t.co/CBNKwB1Ooo— RD GU4PH (@DRajesh_GU4PH) January 5, 2019
Trump is the #1 expert on eveything... …according to Donald Trump
The stable genus knows more about eveything...— Indivisible Network (@IndivisibleNet) January 5, 2019
All hail and bow down to the smartest person to hold the oval office.
Trump is the #1 expert on eveything...
…according to Donald Trump pic.twitter.com/tlLuwTC6Rq
Wait. So the new justice democrat poster girl for fairness, human rights & equality for all..voted exactly like a Republican man?
Wait. So the new justice democrat poster girl for fairness, human rights & equality for all..voted exactly like a Republican man? https://t.co/EEd8wCGhA8— Melissa Jo Peltier (@MelissaJPeltier) January 5, 2019
The Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople signs a decree of independence for the Orthodox Church of Ukraine
The Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople signs a decree of independence for the Orthodox Church of Ukraine. https://t.co/Eph5FjFklP— The Associated Press (@AP) January 5, 2019
McConnell complained to allies about how unreliable the president was as a negotiating partner,
McConnell complained to allies about how unreliable the president was as a negotiating partner, report @seungminkim, @ericawerner, and @jdawsey1. https://t.co/Ku9YE6rMgB— Peter Wallsten (@peterwallsten) January 5, 2019
Since we're making such a big deal about Paul Whelan, the man arrested in Russia, who was visited by the US Ambassador, can we please call attention to Serkan Golge? He is a US citizen who is a NASA scientist and is being held in Turkey.
Since we're making such a big deal about Paul Whelan, the man arrested in Russia, who was visited by the US Ambassador, can we please call attention to Serkan Golge? He is a US citizen who is a NASA scientist and is being held in Turkey.https://t.co/L4Phzqcy1f— Rogue NASA (@RogueNASA) January 3, 2019
Trump saying the USSR "was right" to invade Afghanistan isn't just ignorant, it's dangerous. It's the new revisionist Kremlin line to justify Putin's own invasions. My new column:
Trump saying the USSR "was right" to invade Afghanistan isn't just ignorant, it's dangerous. It's the new revisionist Kremlin line to justify Putin's own invasions. My new column: https://t.co/pMWZVXCNSI— Garry Kasparov (@Kasparov63) January 5, 2019
Trump: Shutdown has 'higher purpose than next week's pay'
Thousands of federal employees are on furlough during the partial government shutdown but Trump says it's for a good cause https://t.co/AiRpbAdcym— POLITICO (@politico) January 5, 2019
People who served alongside Whelan said he was learning Russian and traveled to Moscow and St. Petersburg on vacation during the same deployment in which the Marine Corps accused him of attempted larceny.
People who served alongside Whelan said he was learning Russian and traveled to Moscow and St. Petersburg on vacation during the same deployment in which the Marine Corps accused him of attempted larceny. https://t.co/tEhkXeiEWo— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) January 4, 2019
Senate will not consider House Democratic bills to end shutdown: Republican McConnell
Senate will not consider House Democratic bills to end shutdown: Republican McConnell | Reuters— Derringer (@ladiesgun) January 5, 2019
Hey GOP....now you own it. https://t.co/mhO2KeEcGm
Sen. David Perdue: Mitt Romney makes the same mistake that cost him the White House
When both the Left and Right think ur an idiot. https://t.co/hpXa1U7jvw— blmohr (@blmohr) January 5, 2019
Individual 1 still demanding $5 billion ransom note for medieval border wall.
Day 14 of the reckless #TrumpShutdown.— Hakeem Jeffries (@RepJeffries) January 4, 2019
Individual 1 still demanding $5 billion ransom note for medieval border wall.
Our answer remains the same.
HELL NO. pic.twitter.com/pg6m1hPw8K
Congress isnt feeling the pressure for a fast deal to end the shutdown yet
Congress isnt feeling the pressure for a fast deal to end the shutdown yet https://t.co/bg6mj54Nmb— In Spite of Trump 🌊 (@InSpiteOfTrump) January 5, 2019
How bout you drag Elaine Chao before congress and take a deep dive into McConnell motives... Transportation sec whose daddy's shipping Co. busted for cocaine is a good place to start.
How bout you drag Elaine Chao before congress and take a deep dive into McConnell motives... Transportation sec whose daddy's shipping Co. busted for cocaine is a good place to start.— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 4, 2019
“Trump has tasked Pence, Kushner and Nielsen with meeting with House and Senate leadership staff to continue trying to hash out a deal to end the partial government shutdown.”
“Trump has tasked Pence, Kushner and Nielsen with meeting with House and Senate leadership staff to continue trying to hash out a deal to end the partial government shutdown.” https://t.co/Cx4SrPpp3r— blmohr (@blmohr) January 5, 2019
"Complete chaos." Witnesses say a fight led to a fatal late-night shooting at a bowling alley that left three men dead.
"Complete chaos." Witnesses say a fight led to a fatal late-night shooting at a bowling alley that left three men dead. https://t.co/VSC6rv8Zea— The Associated Press (@AP) January 5, 2019
Russia’s Foreign Ministry said the FBI arrested a Russian citizen in the Northern Mariana Islands, a Pacific territory overseen by the U.S., then took him to Florida.
Russia’s Foreign Ministry said the FBI arrested a Russian citizen in the Northern Mariana Islands, a Pacific territory overseen by the U.S., then took him to Florida. https://t.co/wk9Ao40shd— Bloomberg (@business) January 5, 2019
How Russia’s voter suppression operation echoed Trump campaign tactics
How Russia’s voter suppression operation echoed Trump campaign tactics https://t.co/sPdsjsPljn— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) January 5, 2019
NEW: Exclusive: US military plans to scale back its role in Somalia and curtail airstrikes against al-Shabab insurgents, two senior US officials tell @NBCNews, latest signal of US troop cuts worldwide
NEW: Exclusive: US military plans to scale back its role in Somalia and curtail airstrikes against al-Shabab insurgents, two senior US officials tell @NBCNews, latest signal of US troop cuts worldwide. https://t.co/cIoGi5KIqZ— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 4, 2019
Why the world should be paying attention to Putin’s plans for Belarus
Moscow may be on the cusp of becoming, once again, a full-fledged imperial capital, absorbing and ruling over multiple countries... https://t.co/NoRG7nwUMu— Anne Applebaum (@anneapplebaum) January 4, 2019
Would you rather watch this cute cat video or a #GOP Member of Congress talking about Hillary's emails? That's why the GOP effort to regulate free speech on social media is so stupid. Twitter, Facebook & Google are not discriminating against GOP lawmakers, but the public is.
Would you rather watch this cute cat video or a #GOP Member of Congress talking about Hillary's emails?— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) January 5, 2019
That's why the GOP effort to regulate free speech on social media is so stupid. Twitter, Facebook & Google are not discriminating against GOP lawmakers, but the public is. https://t.co/ztnTN3gJpo
A mainstream journalist opposed a mosque’s expansion. Is such activism appropriate?
A mainstream journalist opposed a mosque’s expansion. Is such activism appropriate? https://t.co/B30BwkLxaL— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 5, 2019
Fearing for his life, New York Knicks' center Enes Kanter won't travel with the team to London next month.
Fearing for his life, New York Knicks' center Enes Kanter won't travel with the team to London next month. https://t.co/A2NPNfIt4w— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) January 5, 2019
Elizabeth Warren in Iowa: "Pretty much all of my adult career has been spent around one central question, and that is: What's happening to working families in America? Why has America's middle class been hollowed out?"
Elizabeth Warren in Iowa: "Pretty much all of my adult career has been spent around one central question, and that is: What's happening to working families in America? Why has America's middle class been hollowed out?" https://t.co/cA6tlncYIF pic.twitter.com/3YADZNAwjT— The Hill (@thehill) January 5, 2019
Anderson Cooper picked apart Donald Trump's claim that federal workers are totally fine without being paid during the government shutdown.
Anderson Cooper picked apart Donald Trump's claim that federal workers are totally fine without being paid during the government shutdown. https://t.co/c8LkHp5SY1— HuffPost (@HuffPost) January 5, 2019
Opinion: The GOP refuses to govern. So why not step aside?
Opinion: The GOP refuses to govern. So why not step aside? https://t.co/oaHxx3blUJ— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 5, 2019
Question: "If the President asked you to resign, would you do it?" Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell: "No."
Question: "If the President asked you to resign, would you do it?"— The Hill (@thehill) January 5, 2019
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell: "No." https://t.co/e6AhZl1lAt pic.twitter.com/VVBSts0fPI
BREAKING: Police: 3 dead, 4 injured in shooting at California bowling alley.
BREAKING: Police: 3 dead, 4 injured in shooting at California bowling alley.— The Associated Press (@AP) January 5, 2019
What in the intergalactic fuck...
What in the intergalactic fuck... 😐pic.twitter.com/kRho30f2s2— UnsilentMajority 🖤 (@The_UnSilent_) January 5, 2019
If Democrats are serious about #ImpeachTheMF, start with Trump's involvement in Jeffrey Epstein's pedophile ring and rape of a 13-year-old:
If Democrats are serious about #ImpeachTheMF, start with Trump's involvement in Jeffrey Epstein's pedophile ring and rape of a 13-year-old:https://t.co/OLwHS5TSsc— Keith Moulton (@moultonk) January 5, 2019
NATO: SOCMED "made up of multitude of trust-based networks, provides fertile ground for the dissemination of propaganda and disinformation, and the manipulation of our perceptions and beliefs... IT HAS BECOME AN ESSENTIAL TOOL FOR WARFIGHTING used by both states" & terror groups.
NATO: SOCMED "made up of multitude of trust-based networks, provides fertile ground for the dissemination of propaganda and disinformation, and the manipulation of our perceptions and beliefs... IT HAS BECOME AN ESSENTIAL TOOL FOR WARFIGHTING used by both states" & terror groups.— Dirk Schwenk (@DirkSchwenk) January 5, 2019
Russia says it is not willing to exchange detained ex-U.S. marine
Russia says it is not willing to exchange detained ex-U.S. marine: Interfax https://t.co/b0AP8icykE pic.twitter.com/1OkPNfnPBp— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) January 5, 2019
The tragedy of Fahad Albutairi and Loujain al-Hathloul
Opinion: The tragedy of Fahad Albutairi and Loujain al-Hathloul https://t.co/pCCBDEHyFC— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 5, 2019
Jeff Flake: "At some point here soon Republicans are going to have to decide whether or not they want to be tethered to the President politically."
Jeff Flake: "At some point here soon Republicans are going to have to decide whether or not they want to be tethered to the President politically." https://t.co/uEiXr4atMl pic.twitter.com/S2kUjUP8wV— The Hill (@thehill) January 5, 2019
Not Out To Lunch: Businesses That Rely On Federal Workers Suffer The Shutdown
Not Out To Lunch: Businesses That Rely On Federal Workers Suffer The Shutdown https://t.co/J1JfY4cLsx— NPR Politics (@nprpolitics) January 5, 2019
"This is even radical revisionist history for Russia... the only place you can find it is with Putin's party... You have to ask the question: Where else could Trump have gotten that information from but for the Kremlin itself?"
"This is even radical revisionist history for Russia... the only place you can find it is with Putin's party... You have to ask the question: Where else could Trump have gotten that information from but for the Kremlin itself?"- @McFaul w/ @NicolleDWallace pic.twitter.com/BHx0bLxirn— Deadline White House (@DeadlineWH) January 4, 2019
The Republican Senate already voted (100 to 0) in late December to keep the government open without any money for the wall. The Constitution allows them to override a presidential veto. They could reopen the government immediately just by voting for a bill they already voted for.
The Republican Senate already voted (100 to 0) in late December to keep the government open without any money for the wall. The Constitution allows them to override a presidential veto. They could reopen the government immediately just by voting for a bill they already voted for.— Brian Klaas (@brianklaas) January 4, 2019
Russia and China are using Scotland as a back door to influence British policy and destabilise the Union, a foreign affairs expert has claimed
Russia and China are using Scotland as a back door to influence British policy and destabilise the Union, a foreign affairs expert has claimed https://t.co/ERO0uRMiTv— The Times Scotland (@thetimesscot) January 5, 2019
Reintroduced this bill with @RonWyden today. My guess? Americans still want to know what the President is hiding in his tax returns
Reintroduced this bill with @RonWyden today. My guess? Americans still want to know what the President is hiding in his tax returns. https://t.co/U9tMQ6dvfu— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) January 4, 2019
In 2019, the Trump administration is trying to undo the progress of the Civil Rights Act of 1964????? If true, I will do everything in my power to stop this, including introducing a Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn it
In 2019, the Trump administration is trying to undo the progress of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?????— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) January 4, 2019
If true, I will do everything in my power to stop this, including introducing a Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn it. https://t.co/Eq2br8Tr0M
Many Americans woke up on Jan 1 to find that their Rx drug prices had increased. When people can’t afford their medication, they ration what they have, which can have devastating consequences. We must pass my bills to lower costs & allow Medicare to negotiate drug prices.
Many Americans woke up on Jan 1 to find that their Rx drug prices had increased. When people can’t afford their medication, they ration what they have, which can have devastating consequences. We must pass my bills to lower costs & allow Medicare to negotiate drug prices.— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) January 4, 2019
Nancy Pelosi will introduce a universal background check bill on the anniversary of the Gabby Giffords shooting
Nancy Pelosi will introduce a universal background check bill on the anniversary of the Gabby Giffords shooting https://t.co/Sx2FdqbAUN— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) January 5, 2019
And remember in the USA not only the DNC was hacked but GOP as well. Only a part of the DNC material was published, mixed with fakes. Just like now in Germany.
And remember in the USA not only the DNC was hacked but GOP as well. Only a part of the DNC material was published, mixed with fakes. Just like now in Germany.— Igor Popolochowitsch (@cnixalsverdruss) January 5, 2019
Here's how China plans to grade its 1.3 billion people, based on how good or bad a citizen they've been
Here's how China plans to grade its 1.3 billion people, based on how good or bad a citizen they've been https://t.co/yrDS47UCWV pic.twitter.com/SC7rHVAlKj— Bloomberg (@business) January 5, 2019
The presentence investigation report for Paul Manafort has been filed w court in Alexandria, Va., but it remains under seal. Manafort will have a chance to file legal objections. The report will help Judge Ellis determine a punishment for Manafort who's to be sentenced Feb 8.
The presentence investigation report for Paul Manafort has been filed w court in Alexandria, Va., but it remains under seal. Manafort will have a chance to file legal objections. The report will help Judge Ellis determine a punishment for Manafort who's to be sentenced Feb 8.— Carrie Johnson (@johnson_carrie) January 4, 2019
I asked the @USTreasury about challenges to its sanctions relief for the PUTIN-allied oligarch OLEG DERIPASKA. Treasury referred me to a spokesman who handles sanctions. His email said he was “currently out of the office on furlough."
I asked the @USTreasury about challenges to its sanctions relief for the PUTIN-allied oligarch OLEG DERIPASKA.— Kenneth P. Vogel (@kenvogel) January 5, 2019
Treasury referred me to a spokesman who handles sanctions. His email said he was “currently out of the office on furlough." #shutdown https://t.co/Gsjr6cvSJf
"I do not make this request lightly — closing the national parks will disrupt many lives. But leaving them open without the staffing and resources they need imperils the health and safety of visitors”
"I do not make this request lightly — closing the national parks will disrupt many lives. But leaving them open without the staffing and resources they need imperils the health and safety of visitors” https://t.co/qHPdCXhOnZ— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) January 5, 2019
URGENT: Please call McConnell’s offices immediately and demand a vote on the bills to reopen the government
URGENT: Please call McConnell’s offices immediately and demand a vote on the bills to reopen the government:— Democratic Coalition (@TheDemCoalition) January 4, 2019
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RETWEET! #MitchShutdown
Mitch McConnell, Senate majority leader and master legislative tactician, has retreated to the sidelines in the shutdown fight
Mitch McConnell, Senate majority leader and master legislative tactician, has retreated to the sidelines in the shutdown fight https://t.co/z8s8oD0aFn— Bloomberg (@business) January 5, 2019
Must see. Katie Johnson. Here she recounts her first encounter with Trump when she was 13. Her description matches his known idiosyncrasies and germophobia:
Here she recounts her first encounter with Trump when she was 13. Her description matches his known idiosyncrasies and germophobia:— Ian Madrigal - The Monopoly Man (@wamandajd) December 1, 2018
He required her to touch him with a glove.
"He seemed to take a liking to me because I was so young...he kind of liked things to be his first." pic.twitter.com/eohgurKNDF
The new @HouseDemocrats majority won’t limit its response to mass shootings to thoughts and prayers. We'll listen to gun violence survivors, not gun company lobbyists.#HR1 will release the grip of wealthy special interests on Congress & make Congress work for the people.
The new @HouseDemocrats majority won’t limit its response to mass shootings to thoughts and prayers.— Rep. Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) January 4, 2019
We'll listen to gun violence survivors, not gun company lobbyists.#HR1 will release the grip of wealthy special interests on Congress & make Congress work for the people. pic.twitter.com/trNIwSNOMV
New hope for popular gun safety laws as NRA loses political clout
New hope for popular gun safety laws as NRA loses political clout https://t.co/oXv6PkA0D5 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 5, 2019
Shooting with multiple victims reported at Torrance bowling alley
Shooting with multiple victims reported at Torrance bowling alley https://t.co/yQbrrpSqIx— Los Angeles Times (@latimes) January 5, 2019
Let’s ask the psychiatrists, Mr. President. But let’s start with yours.
Opinion | Let’s ask the psychiatrists, Mr. President. But let’s start with yours. - The Washington Post https://t.co/143DFp1Ibm— Sara (@saralynne65) January 5, 2019
BREAKING: Police say there are "multiple victims" in a shooting at a California bowling alley.
BREAKING: Police say there are "multiple victims" in a shooting at a California bowling alley. https://t.co/eAHpyQsVP7— The Associated Press (@AP) January 5, 2019
It's now the second longest government shutdown in American history
It's now the second longest government shutdown in American history https://t.co/8WfyMg6WBj— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) January 5, 2019
GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy attacks Democrats for foul language Then This Happens... Reporter: “The president, not to long ago, referred to a woman as ‘horseface.' Who within your caucus called him out?”
WHAT A EPIC RESPONSE— PoliticsVideoChannel (@politvidchannel) January 4, 2019
GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy attacks Democrats for foul language
Then This Happens...
Reporter: “The president, not to long ago, referred to a woman as ‘horseface.' Who within your caucus called him out?”pic.twitter.com/2eGI8JAv8u
"We should not be punishing people for something that is no longer illegal," Gov. Inslee said.
"We should not be punishing people for something that is no longer illegal," Gov. Inslee said. https://t.co/GcDRvebzmQ— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 5, 2019
Democrats paint stark contrast with outgoing Republicans
Democrats paint stark contrast with outgoing Republicans https://t.co/Y98bN9VmTK via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 5, 2019
I spent 18 years working with Erik Prince - sometimes very closely - I know the company he kept, many of the plots he pursued -The Emeratis and Israelis were at the center with the Saudis, Chinese and some Russians nearby - not to mention other American and Western hanger oners
I spent 18 years working with Erik Prince - sometimes very closely - I know the company he kept, many of the plots he pursued -The Emeratis and Israelis were at the center with the Saudis, Chinese and some Russians nearby - not to mention other American and Western hanger oners— Gregg Smith (@OldGrunt0351) January 4, 2019
NEW: DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen is about to go under the microscope. House Homeland Security Chair Bennie Thompson tells her in a letter this evening she is “long overdue” for an oversight hearing, having appeared just once when the panel was under GOP control.
NEW: DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen is about to go under the microscope. House Homeland Security Chair Bennie Thompson tells her in a letter this evening she is “long overdue” for an oversight hearing, having appeared just once when the panel was under GOP control. pic.twitter.com/UVtTYXSM00— Laura Litvan (@LauraLitvan) January 5, 2019
Trump has revealed himself beyond a doubt. He is a Russian asset. #PutinsPuppet. His #Afganistan talking points reveal treason. Our NEW Flagship Billboard in Palm Beach says it all. Help us keep it flying!
Trump has revealed himself beyond a doubt. He is a Russian asset. #PutinsPuppet. His #Afganistan talking points reveal treason. Our NEW Flagship Billboard in Palm Beach says it all. Help us keep it flying! https://t.co/xkYG2CYFkW pic.twitter.com/pwNCyYKrwt— MadDogPAC (@maddogpac) January 4, 2019
NEW: Trump referred to shutdown as "strike" in profanity-laced meeting with Democratic leaders.
NEW: Trump referred to shutdown as "strike" in profanity-laced meeting with Democratic leaders. @swin24 and @samstein report: https://t.co/qKH03kEWpJ— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) January 5, 2019
National Parks Are Overflowing With Poop Thanks to the Government Shutdown
It’s like a metaphor for the entire administration https://t.co/WohWvJRR4x— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) January 5, 2019
"I don’t mean to be an alarmist but...POTUS is echoing directly the line of the Kremlin on a whole bunch of things.... this is something U.S. Intel officials have to understand: why is the Pres. saying what hes saying?"
"I don’t mean to be an alarmist but...POTUS is echoing directly the line of the Kremlin on a whole bunch of things.... this is something U.S. Intel officials have to understand: why is the Pres. saying what hes saying?"- Chuck Rosenberg w/ @NicolleDWallace pic.twitter.com/8sLcnhRBIW— Deadline White House (@DeadlineWH) January 4, 2019
Speaker Nancy Pelosi: "We’re not doing a wall. Does anybody have any doubt about that? We are not doing a wall. So that’s that."
Speaker Nancy Pelosi: "We’re not doing a wall. Does anybody have any doubt about that? We are not doing a wall. So that’s that." https://t.co/VWOKP8QqV2 pic.twitter.com/AIZ2umYGHz— The Hill (@thehill) January 5, 2019
Congress is reviewing the Trump admin's decision to lift sanctions on companies owned by Oleg Deripaska, the influential Russian oligarch with close ties to Putin, Democrats tell NYT. The reviews could fuel a congressional effort to block the decision.
Congress is reviewing the Trump admin's decision to lift sanctions on companies owned by Oleg Deripaska, the influential Russian oligarch with close ties to Putin, Democrats tell NYT.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 5, 2019
The reviews could fuel a congressional effort to block the decision. https://t.co/LhpklFQbHD
Shutdown spares federal park rangers at site in Trump hotel
Shutdown spares federal park rangers at site in Trump hotel https://t.co/0fMAftEOWQ— darlene superville (@dsupervilleap) January 5, 2019
Fmr. CIA Director John Brennan: I'm hoping Republicans realize President Trump is unfit for office.
Fmr. CIA Director John Brennan: I'm hoping Republicans realize President Trump is unfit for office. https://t.co/Nowoq3a9rZ— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 4, 2019
Americans deserve to know: the government funding package passed by the House yesterday is the *exact same* plan passed by the @SenateGOP just weeks ago. And yet, now, they refuse to vote on it.
Americans deserve to know: the government funding package passed by the House yesterday is the *exact same* plan passed by the @SenateGOP just weeks ago. And yet, now, they refuse to vote on it. #MSNBCTownHall— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) January 5, 2019
Trump swore so frequently during today’s immigration meeting that he ended up apologizing to Pelosi. He griped about impeachment. And he called the shutdown a “strike,” drawing puzzlement in the room.
Trump swore so frequently during today’s immigration meeting that he ended up apologizing to Pelosi. He griped about impeachment. And he called the shutdown a “strike,” drawing puzzlement in the room. https://t.co/j5tVWBTLvG— Josh Dawsey (@jdawsey1) January 5, 2019
Trump claimed without evidence on Friday that past presidents have privately confided to him that they regret not building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border
Trump claimed without evidence on Friday that past presidents have privately confided to him that they regret not building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border https://t.co/mSUiBI3ejn— POLITICO (@politico) January 5, 2019
During the shutdown, the USDA office administering SNAP has sent home 95% of its employees without pay. "People in this country will go hungry," said Rep. Rosa DeLauro. "It's simple. They go hungry ... We're not talking about people who are dogging it."
During the shutdown, the USDA office administering SNAP has sent home 95% of its employees without pay.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 5, 2019
"People in this country will go hungry," said Rep. Rosa DeLauro. "It's simple. They go hungry ... We're not talking about people who are dogging it." https://t.co/3vaIohbsPE
Billboard Near Mar-a-Lago Likens Republicans to Soviets - NBC 6 South Florida
Billboard Near Mar-a-Lago Likens Republicans to Soviets - NBC 6 South Florida #SmartNews https://t.co/2jnb5iGig7— X Trapnel (@jonathan_jerald) January 5, 2019
800,000 federal workers won’t be getting paid tomorrow - including a quarter-million U.S Military Veterans - but this guy will get a $10,000 taxpayer funded raise ... so much winning!
800,000 federal workers won’t be getting paid tomorrow - including a quarter-million U.S Military Veterans - but this guy will get a $10,000 taxpayer funded raise ... so much winning! @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/VGd1cIjlqK— Col. Morris Davis (@ColMorrisDavis) January 5, 2019
Federal prosecutors have requested records related to a $285,000,000 loan that Deutsche Bank gave Jared Kushner’s family real estate company one month before Election Day
Federal prosecutors have requested records related to a $285,000,000 loan that Deutsche Bank gave Jared Kushner’s family real estate company one month before Election Day https://t.co/XRPHAXC1Tk— The Hummingbird 🐦 (@SaysHummingbird) January 5, 2019
Mueller grand jury extended
Mueller grand jury extended https://t.co/sZJHysEhJ1 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 5, 2019
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