Twitter gets #YachtCocaineProstitutes trending to mock Republican Devin Nunes after he files $150 million lawsuit https://t.co/0D259Kt2Nv pic.twitter.com/mp3DMT8v8J— Newsweek (@Newsweek) April 9, 2019
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Twitter gets #YachtCocaineProstitutes trending to mock Republican Devin Nunes after he files $150 million lawsuit
The hypocrisy from @BetsyDeVosED is shocking. She does lots of photo ops reading to kids… but then goes to DC and tries to cut EVERY literacy program.
The hypocrisy from @BetsyDeVosED is shocking. She does lots of photo ops reading to kids… but then goes to DC and tries to cut EVERY literacy program. pic.twitter.com/RpjQOAGJSY— Rep. Josh Harder (@RepJoshHarder) April 10, 2019
Defense Dept paid Trump properties $300,000 since start of his presidency: report
Defense Dept paid Trump properties $300,000 since start of his presidency: report https://t.co/ymfOXZhYUa pic.twitter.com/SjQSVN8MD1— The Hill (@thehill) April 11, 2019
Gregory Craig, ex-Obama White House counsel, expects to be charged in relation to Ukrainian work with Manafort, his lawyers say
Gregory Craig, ex-Obama White House counsel, expects to be charged in relation to Ukrainian work with Manafort, his lawyers say https://t.co/1TslFChCb4— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 11, 2019
Trump's older sister, Maryanne Trump Barry, faced complaints of judicial misconduct for participating in fraudulent tax schemes with her siblings. She has now retired, ending the investigation into her b/c retired judges aren't subject to conduct rules.
Trump's older sister, Maryanne Trump Barry, faced complaints of judicial misconduct for participating in fraudulent tax schemes with her siblings. She has now retired, ending the investigation into her b/c retired judges aren't subject to conduct rules. https://t.co/vv5LK8tNJ5— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 11, 2019
NEW: Treasury Sec. Mnuchin responds to request for President Trump's tax returns, saying dept. will not be able to complete review by request date: "The Committee's request raises serious issues concerning constitutional scope of Congressional investigative authority"
NEW: Treasury Sec. Mnuchin responds to request for President Trump's tax returns, saying dept. will not be able to complete review by request date: "The Committee's request raises serious issues concerning constitutional scope of Congressional investigative authority" pic.twitter.com/klZx74ECH6— NBC Politics (@NBCPolitics) April 10, 2019
Acting ICE director resigns in continued shakeup at DHS under Trump
#BREAKING: Acting ICE director resigns in continued shakeup at DHS under Trump https://t.co/JzYbAuEmBr pic.twitter.com/OP8MgaXFCB— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
“His testimony raises profound concern that the AG is doing what we urge emerging democracies not to do: seek to prosecute your political opponents after you win an election."
.@RepAdamSchiff on Barr today:— Greg Sargent (@ThePlumLineGS) April 10, 2019
“His testimony raises profound concern that the AG is doing what we urge emerging democracies not to do: seek to prosecute your political opponents after you win an election."
I talked to Schiff. He seems genuinely alarmed:https://t.co/yyGfeUPJNV
“He is not the attorney general of Donald Trump. He is the attorney general of the United States,” Pelosi tells AP. “I don’t trust Barr, I trust Mueller.”
“He is not the attorney general of Donald Trump. He is the attorney general of the United States,” Pelosi tells AP.— Scott Wong (@scottwongDC) April 10, 2019
“I don’t trust Barr, I trust Mueller.” https://t.co/U7giORmhsi
The Trump administration is considering auctioning off Florida’s coastal waters for oil and gas drilling — and Republicans are warning it could cost the president dearly in Florida in the 2020 election
The Trump administration is considering auctioning off Florida’s coastal waters for oil and gas drilling — and Republicans are warning it could cost the president dearly in Florida in the 2020 election https://t.co/0h5kAmGqGm— POLITICO (@politico) April 10, 2019
Nancy Pelosi says she doesn’t trust A.G. Barr and suggested his statements alleging Trump's campaign was spied on undermine Barr's independence.
Nancy Pelosi says she doesn’t trust A.G. Barr and suggested his statements alleging Trump's campaign was spied on undermine Barr's independence.https://t.co/OunSsTRK4a— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 10, 2019
The president openly encouraged and assisted the Kremlin’s attack against America and openly tried to stop the ensuing investigation, which was obviously warranted. He must be held accountable. We cannot tolerate such corruption and betrayal by our leaders.
The president openly encouraged and assisted the Kremlin’s attack against America and openly tried to stop the ensuing investigation, which was obviously warranted. He must be held accountable. We cannot tolerate such corruption and betrayal by our leaders. https://t.co/X62E7XNLEe— Evan McMullin (@EvanMcMullin) April 10, 2019
Governor And His Family Owe Millions In Mining Violations, Despite Promises To Pay
Governor And His Family Owe Millions In Mining Violations, Despite Promises To Pay https://t.co/lQ1yLbEm0I— NPR Politics (@nprpolitics) April 10, 2019
Just the president passive-aggressively fantasizing on camera about ordering the US military to use violence against unarmed women and children.
Just the president passive-aggressively fantasizing on camera about ordering the US military to use violence against unarmed women and children. https://t.co/2n6gwr6Yjj— Chris Hayes (@chrislhayes) April 10, 2019
JUST IN: Washington Post files motion to dismiss Covington teenager's suit
JUST IN: Washington Post files motion to dismiss Covington teenager's suit https://t.co/PjMzOAaKb8 pic.twitter.com/25hkbkWh7F— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
New filing in In re Application for Order Authorizing Release of Grand Jury Material: Stay
New filing in In re Application for Order Authorizing Release of Grand Jury Material: Stayhttps://t.co/3JE19Mz7Fg pic.twitter.com/H6mW0vWlFg— Big Cases Bot (@big_cases) April 9, 2019
Trump now claims to be 100% exonerated by Bob Mueller and his team of “treasonous” investigators. Yep. It’s gettin’ that bad.
Trump now claims to be 100% exonerated by Bob Mueller and his team of “treasonous” investigators.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) April 10, 2019
Yep. It’s gettin’ that bad. https://t.co/O7BsHM7G6t
Former FBI agent rains hell on Bill Barr for slinging around Hannity-style ‘deep state’ conspiracy theories
Former FBI agent rains hell on Bill Barr for slinging around Hannity-style ‘deep state’ conspiracy theories https://t.co/V6m9tdz8yP— Raw Story (@RawStory) April 10, 2019
The House just passed a bill to restore Obama-era net neutrality protections
The House just passed a bill to restore Obama-era net neutrality protections https://t.co/T0jAD7z0Oq— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) April 10, 2019
She reportedly feared post-White House disgrace. Prove her right.
She reportedly feared post-White House disgrace. Prove her right. https://t.co/BleYrKNOXO— Michelle Goldberg (@michelleinbklyn) April 8, 2019
This is also huge. Barr confirms Mueller did not ask him to make a judgment on obstruction
This is also huge. Barr confirms Mueller did not ask him to make a judgment on obstruction.https://t.co/kYUAugqTv6— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) April 10, 2019
Who were these Russians? What were they doing in the country? And who was backing them?
This is Madagascar. A jewel in the Indian Ocean.— BBC News Africa (@BBCAfrica) April 10, 2019
It just had a key presidential election.
But there have been rumours of outside influence and suspicion of foreign funding on a large scale. pic.twitter.com/bL8yqwzn41
THREAD— BBC News Africa (@BBCAfrica) April 10, 2019
In the lead-up to Madagascar’s 2018 Presidential elections, teams of Russian 'tourists' and 'observers' were spotted on the island.
Who were these Russians? What were they doing in the country? And who was backing them?#BBCAfricaEye investigates. pic.twitter.com/k4Hz6BJ2Ka
These comments directly contradict what DOJ previously told us. I’ve asked DOJ to brief us immediately. In the meantime, the AG still owes us the full Mueller report.
These comments directly contradict what DOJ previously told us. I’ve asked DOJ to brief us immediately. In the meantime, the AG still owes us the full Mueller report. #ReleaseTheReport https://t.co/DFOP5igcnO— (((Rep. Nadler))) (@RepJerryNadler) April 10, 2019
Trump Lets Foster Agency Turn Away Catholics and Jews
Trump Lets Foster Agency Turn Away Catholics and Jews https://t.co/lVBDNLg3cU via @thedailybeast— Del Riess (@tsar49) April 9, 2019
Sen. Jack Reed: "Do you believe that the investigation that Director Mueller undertook was a witch hunt, or illegal, as has been asserted by the President?" AG Barr: "As I said during my confirmation, it really depends on where you're sitting."
Sen. Jack Reed: "Do you believe that the investigation that Director Mueller undertook was a witch hunt, or illegal, as has been asserted by the President?"— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
AG Barr: "As I said during my confirmation, it really depends on where you're sitting." pic.twitter.com/Y6ns1vS2TP
FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, @LindseyGrahamSC. How many times do you have to be told that the Trump campaign WAS warned by senior FBI officials on AUG 17, 2016, that Russia was trying to spy on and/or infiltrate their campaign.
FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, @LindseyGrahamSC. How many times do you have to be told that the Trump campaign WAS warned by senior FBI officials on AUG 17, 2016, that Russia was trying to spy on and/or infiltrate their campaign.https://t.co/CqAvPxZNnB https://t.co/CJcsyWIzK4— Polly Sigh (@dcpoll) April 10, 2019
Donald Trumps attorney general forms a team to the investigate origins of the Russia probe: report
Donald Trumps attorney general forms a team to the investigate origins of the Russia probe: report https://t.co/qhUyaX4WT5— In Spite of Trump 🌊 (@InSpiteOfTrump) April 10, 2019
Steve Mnuchin ignores the law requiring IRS to turn over Trump’s #TaxReturns & falsely claims: "The general public when they elected [Trump] made the decision to elect him without his tax returns being released." Trump LOST the popular vote by 3 million‼️
Steve Mnuchin ignores the law requiring IRS to turn over Trump’s #TaxReturns & falsely claims: "The general public when they elected [Trump] made the decision to elect him without his tax returns being released."— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) April 10, 2019
Trump LOST the popular vote by 3 million‼️pic.twitter.com/UecJtUrRF3
To recap: Barr is opening an investigation into whether the FBI opened an investigation with no evidence based on no evidence that the FBI actually did anything wrong. Is...is that right?
To recap: Barr is opening an investigation into whether the FBI opened an investigation with no evidence based on no evidence that the FBI actually did anything wrong. Is...is that right?— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) April 10, 2019
Why does AG Barr deserve the benefit of the doubt and labels like "institutionalist" when he's out here today sounding like a crazy conspiracy theorist?
Why does AG Barr deserve the benefit of the doubt and labels like "institutionalist" when he's out here today sounding like a crazy conspiracy theorist?— Zerlina Maxwell (@ZerlinaMaxwell) April 10, 2019
In two years, post-Watergate rules have been obliterated. After Trump, a president under investigation can: Fire the FBI Director leading the probe, Fire the Attorney General not protecting him, and appoint one who will. It’s the most profound attack on rule of law in decades.
In two years, post-Watergate rules have been obliterated. After Trump, a president under investigation can:— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) April 10, 2019
Fire the FBI Director leading the probe,
Fire the Attorney General not protecting him,
and appoint one who will.
It’s the most profound attack on rule of law in decades. pic.twitter.com/cgPbCfcWWq
With this contradiction, Barr inoculated himself against any potential legal liability for his testimony. However, he planted a seed in the political discourse with his initial statement, and as a practical matter, all these stories aren't about to be retracted.
With this contradiction, Barr inoculated himself against any potential legal liability for his testimony. However, he planted a seed in the political discourse with his initial statement, and as a practical matter, all these stories aren't about to be retracted. pic.twitter.com/xbxcfeNAe2— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) April 10, 2019
"White fragility" was added as a new entry to Dictionary.com last week. Here is what it means:
"White fragility" was added as a new entry on https://t.co/BmBeU9Iays last week. Here is what it means: https://t.co/nn4o9XQTw1— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) April 10, 2019
TRUMP’S INCOMPETENCE IS CREATING A STEPHEN MILLER HAIL MARY
#Trump Nukes Himself: Incompetence & Crassness, #GOP Demise— TrueAmerica (@Unconquerable) April 10, 2019
Ignorance means Trump must hire very, very well, not window dressing ie. Nielsen & the rest.
Asylum Law can't be subverted w/ “Sorry, judge, I can’t do it,” as Trump suggests. Thank you, next.https://t.co/ozM1nAwANf
#BREAKING: Trump furiously insists Mueller investigation was ‘illegal’ and ‘treasonous’ in latest rant
#BREAKING: Trump furiously insists Mueller investigation was ‘illegal’ and ‘treasonous’ in latest rant https://t.co/iAOG1KUy0i— Raw Story (@RawStory) April 10, 2019
Analysis: Gary Cohn says Trump’s proposed cuts to Social Security would be "political suicide"
Analysis: Gary Cohn says Trump’s proposed cuts to Social Security would be "political suicide" https://t.co/ovXUYOzQS4— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 10, 2019
Canada to announce retaliatory #tariffs on more U.S. products
Canada to announce retaliatory #tariffs on more U.S. products | The Star https://t.co/9kIpxA8W3c— Laffy (@GottaLaff) April 10, 2019
In 2007-2009 there was still a lot of bipartisan Senate work. Then the fossil fuel industry chomped down
In 2007-2009 there was still a lot of bipartisan Senate work. Then the fossil fuel industry chomped down.https://t.co/45olRwdxEh— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) April 10, 2019
Experts warn of a “substitute teacher effect.” Even Republicans have voiced concern about a leadership void, but President Trump appears in no rush to fill many of the vacancies.
Experts warn of a “substitute teacher effect.” Even Republicans have voiced concern about a leadership void, but President Trump appears in no rush to fill many of the vacancies.— This Week (@ThisWeekABC) April 10, 2019
Why having so many "acting" leaders in the White House could be problematic: https://t.co/W7UFFhcOJS pic.twitter.com/p0zxEoNmFX
Rep. Nita Lowey to AG Barr: "I want to address a serious oversight matter. Your unacceptable handling of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's report."
Rep. Nita Lowey to AG Barr: "I want to address a serious oversight matter. Your unacceptable handling of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's report." pic.twitter.com/zRVM9RQyeo— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
This is the IRS Commissioner on turning over Trump’s tax returns as required by law. Check out his hands. He’s petrified.
This is the IRS Commissioner on turning over Trump’s tax returns as required by law. Check out his hands. He’s petrified. pic.twitter.com/fRZ4EeuYeV— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) April 10, 2019
Purchase of $7 million condo in Trump building in 2014 linked to Republic of Congo with funds that appear to be siphoned from the government, report by @Global_Witness featuring investigation by journalist
Purchase of $7 million condo in Trump building in 2014 linked to Republic of Congo with funds that appear to be siphoned from the government, report by @Global_Witness featuring investigation by journalist @micaelrpereira shows, by @jessedruckerhttps://t.co/lGEgRKqZlq— Wendy Siegelman (@WendySiegelman) April 10, 2019
You're looking at the first ever image of a black hole. It was captured by the #NSFFunded @ehtelescope project.
You're looking at the first ever image of a black hole. It was captured by the #NSFFunded @ehtelescope project. #ehtblackhole #RealBlackHole https://t.co/6dglvqrvOs pic.twitter.com/0hclANf4tc— National Science Foundation (@NSF) April 10, 2019
With the support of 33 Republicans, the House passed the Violence Against Women Act reauthorization including provisions for gun safety and tribal issues. If the @SenateGOP cares about protecting victims, they must demand @SenateMajLdr McConnell let us vote on #VAWA now.
With the support of 33 Republicans, the House passed the Violence Against Women Act reauthorization including provisions for gun safety and tribal issues.— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) April 10, 2019
If the @SenateGOP cares about protecting victims, they must demand @SenateMajLdr McConnell let us vote on #VAWA now. pic.twitter.com/aMarosxG6e
Senator Susan Collins has only raised $9,200 this year from Maine voters for her re-election campaign Reminder: Senator Collins voted to put Brett Kavanaugh on the Supreme Court despite allegations of sexual abuse
Senator Susan Collins has only raised $9,200 this year from Maine voters for her re-election campaign— The Hummingbird 🐦 (@SaysHummingbird) April 10, 2019
Reminder: Senator Collins voted to put Brett Kavanaugh on the Supreme Court despite allegations of sexual abuse
https://t.co/iiGCVlFoJl
Attorney general faces second day of questioning about Mueller’s report
Attorney general faces second day of questioning about Mueller’s report https://t.co/aQ20VuLB4v— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 10, 2019
Sen. Chuck Schumer: "Some of our Republican friends are desperate for disaster aid when it's their states, and don't help other states. Democrats have not done that. We believe we all ought to pull together and help American citizens wherever they are."
Sen. Chuck Schumer: "Some of our Republican friends are desperate for disaster aid when it's their states, and don't help other states. Democrats have not done that. We believe we all ought to pull together and help American citizens wherever they are." pic.twitter.com/iTNbGSNB8J— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
The Manhattan U.S. attorney's office has gathered more evidence than previously known in its criminal investigation of hush payments, including from members of Trump's inner circle. Federal prosecutors have spoken with Hope Hicks and Keith Schiller.
The Manhattan U.S. attorney's office has gathered more evidence than previously known in its criminal investigation of hush payments, including from members of Trump's inner circle. Federal prosecutors have spoken with Hope Hicks and Keith Schiller. https://t.co/wcH2OSyswS— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 10, 2019
The US federal court is now poised to backcheck the version of the Mueller report that Barr sends to Congress and its redactions, after a hearing this am. Judge Reggie Walton recognizes the report’s importance to the public & need for speed—wants more details from DOJ on May 2
The US federal court is now poised to backcheck the version of the Mueller report that Barr sends to Congress and its redactions, after a hearing this am. Judge Reggie Walton recognizes the report’s importance to the public & need for speed—wants more details from DOJ on May 2— Katelyn Polantz (@kpolantz) April 9, 2019
Trump Fed pick Herman Cain sent this April 4 sponsored email, which suggested that readers could "turn $1,000 into $800,000" using a certain "moneymaking strategy."
Trump Fed pick Herman Cain sent this April 4 sponsored email, which suggested that readers could "turn $1,000 into $800,000" using a certain "moneymaking strategy." pic.twitter.com/p1pLGuNjht— Eric Hananoki (@ehananoki) April 9, 2019
Three years and three million dollars ago...
— The Hoarse Whisperer (@HoarseWisperer) April 10, 2019
A woman who tweeted a threat to “blow up” Planned Parenthood facilities has pleaded guilty on two federal charges.
A woman who tweeted a threat to “blow up” Planned Parenthood facilities has pleaded guilty on two federal charges. https://t.co/mzKFkKkiC6 pic.twitter.com/rY3NHKxAYH— Ryan J. Reilly (@ryanjreilly) April 9, 2019
Republicans obtained private tax returns just a few years ago using the very same law that Democrats are now relying on to request Trump's tax returns,
Republicans obtained private tax returns just a few years ago using the very same law that Democrats are now relying on to request Trump's tax returns, HuffPost reports. https://t.co/G3DIxFfIbm— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 10, 2019
U.S. charges addiction treatment Suboxone maker Indivior with organizing multibillion-dollar fraud
U.S. charges addiction treatment Suboxone maker Indivior with organizing multibillion-dollar fraud https://t.co/Td3VpkAkBC via @WSJ— Jared S. Hopkins (@JaredSHopkins) April 10, 2019
Potential conflicts, fraud, influence-peddling: Why Congress can and must see Trump taxes
Potential conflicts, fraud, influence-peddling: Why Congress can and must see Trump taxes https://t.co/56jJ8a5lwg via @usatodayopinion #tcot #maga— David Mastio (@DavidMastio) April 10, 2019
The villain and the naif: Miller and Kushner on a potential collision course in Trump’s border crisis
Stephen Miller has worked around protocols, alleged to POTUS his government is working against him & pushed for firings, tougher policies. He tells others he’s executing Trump promises. Kushner meanwhile wants to strike a big deal that he says POTUS wants. https://t.co/cngrb0DDAo— Josh Dawsey (@jdawsey1) April 10, 2019
Breaking: Benjamin Netanyahu appears on course for fifth term as right-wing bloc wins more seats in Israeli elections
Breaking: Benjamin Netanyahu appears on course for fifth term as right-wing bloc wins more seats in Israeli elections https://t.co/TzJHFCV4oK— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 10, 2019
Why I Am Stockpiling Insulin in My Fridge
"I’m done imagining cures. I just want basic human dignity for all diabetes sufferers. No one should die from lack of insulin, a patent for which was granted nearly a century ago for $3."— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) April 10, 2019
Must read Op Ed about living with diabetes and fear. https://t.co/5LsJzMDpPt
Today, #FBI and @TheJusticeDept announced the disruption of one of the largest Medicare fraud schemes in U.S. history. An int'l #fraud ring allegedly bilked Medicare out of more than $1 billion by billing it for unnecessary medical equipment.
Today, #FBI and @TheJusticeDept announced the disruption of one of the largest Medicare fraud schemes in U.S. history. An int'l #fraud ring allegedly bilked Medicare out of more than $1 billion by billing it for unnecessary medical equipment. https://t.co/1qYkMTgNNd— FBI (@FBI) April 9, 2019
$20K wired from Beijing to Cindy Yang's company for Zhang to go to a Mar a Lago event huh? I'd be interested to see Yang & her AsianGOP friends FEC filings. For the prize, how do you wash money into the US again?
$20K wired from Beijing to Cindy Yang's company for Zhang to go to a Mar a Lago event huh? I'd be interested to see Yang & her AsianGOP friends FEC filings. For the prize, how do you wash money into the US again?@john_sipher@thespybrief@LouiseMensch— Pete EVANS (@911CORLEBRA777) April 9, 2019
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Trump holds call with Saudi crown prince to discuss "importance of human rights issues"
...and I just got off the phone with Casey Anthony to discuss the importance of babysitting. https://t.co/2xTqZoaCij— YS (@NYinLA2121) April 10, 2019
Putin Seeks New Page With Trump Once Mueller Report Furor Eases
It’s nice to see that totally innocent completely trustworthy guy who never murders anyone (especially not journalists or political dissidents) has the president’s back. https://t.co/27YpzmLXrE— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) April 10, 2019
“An indictment decision would follow a review hearing where (Bibi) can be expected to argue he should be spared, in the national interest. Some political analysts predict he may try to pass a law granting himself immunity, as a sitting leader, from trial.”
“An indictment decision would follow a review hearing where (Bibi) can be expected to argue he should be spared, in the national interest. Some political analysts predict he may try to pass a law granting himself immunity, as a sitting leader, from trial.” https://t.co/EH2HDmkErM— blmohr (@blmohr) April 10, 2019
"This is Trump's policy that was executed by Trump's people. There is no question about that. He wants to lie again about Barack Obama, he can do that, but he is lying again to the American people."
"This is Trump's policy that was executed by Trump's people. There is no question about that. He wants to lie again about Barack Obama, he can do that, but he is lying again to the American people." -@morningmika pic.twitter.com/zD0tAcUKsX— Morning Joe (@Morning_Joe) April 10, 2019
Trump claims Obama administration built the cages children went in: “i stopped it”
Trump claims Obama administration built the cages children went in: “i stopped it”— John Harwood (@JohnJHarwood) April 9, 2019
Sen. Gary Peters: "By the end of the week the Department of Homeland Security will have no secretary, no deputy secretary, no chief financial officer... We are looking at an absence of leadership at the top of the third largest department in our federal government."
Sen. Gary Peters: "By the end of the week the Department of Homeland Security will have no secretary, no deputy secretary, no chief financial officer... We are looking at an absence of leadership at the top of the third largest department in our federal government." pic.twitter.com/KbnTygReMn— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
Fact Checker: Trump digs in on false claim that he stopped Obama’s family separation policy
Fact Checker: Trump digs in on false claim that he stopped Obama’s family separation policy https://t.co/j0FH9MX2N5— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 10, 2019
Inside Trump’s "truly bizarre" visit to Mt. Vernon
Inside Trump’s "truly bizarre" visit to Mt. Vernonhttps://t.co/g49lhyjbv3— POLITICO (@politico) April 10, 2019
Mnuchin says he isn't worried about being fired if he releases Trump's tax returns to lawmakers
Mnuchin says he isn't worried about being fired if he releases Trump's tax returns to lawmakers https://t.co/MzWmbOKERR— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) April 10, 2019
This is what it costs to fish with Idaho’s Sen. Crapo
Want to go fishing with Idaho Senator Mike Crapo? You better have $15,000.https://t.co/2574LtTqsA— OpenSecrets.org (@OpenSecretsDC) April 10, 2019
"Some in the Trump administration appear determined to provoke the IRGC into committing a mistake that would then justify taking military action against Iran,"
"Some in the Trump administration appear determined to provoke the IRGC into committing a mistake that would then justify taking military action against Iran," https://t.co/8aChem7O5F— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) April 10, 2019
Whenever Trump is threatened, he lashes out—ethics, rules, laws be damned. He has been threatened on three fronts recently—immigration, his taxes, and the Mueller report—and in all three cases he is urging defiance of the law.
Whenever Trump is threatened, he lashes out—ethics, rules, laws be damned. He has been threatened on three fronts recently—immigration, his taxes, and the Mueller report—and in all three cases he is urging defiance of the law. My @PostOpinions column: https://t.co/yBEYmYXfst— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) April 9, 2019
Opinion: Radical transparency for billionaires
Opinion: Radical transparency for billionaires https://t.co/UJRWlDCNAW— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 10, 2019
Inside the (semi-)secret society for young Trump staffers
Inside the (semi-)secret society for young Trump staffershttps://t.co/iyDyQuCnSm— POLITICO (@politico) April 10, 2019
The real national emergency isn’t at the border. It’s in Washington. Trump is trashing the rule of law to stay in power—and the very same Republicans who excoriated President Barack Obama for his supposed misuse of executive power are meekly going along.
The real national emergency isn’t at the border. It’s in Washington. Trump is trashing the rule of law to stay in power—and the very same Republicans who excoriated President Barack Obama for his supposed misuse of executive power are meekly going along. https://t.co/yBEYmYXfst— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) April 9, 2019
Prequel: Here is more video of Auntie Maxine leading up to the other video above, scaring the daylights out of Steve Mnuchin who can't figure out if he should leave and who tries to tell her what to do every time he gets more scared. EPIC.
Prequel: Here is more video of Auntie Maxine leading up to the other video above, scaring the daylights out of Steve Mnuchin who can't figure out if he should leave and who tries to tell her what to do every time he gets more scared. EPIC. pic.twitter.com/WisOcEtIov— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) April 10, 2019
Warner Bros. files copyright claim after Trump shares 2020 video set to music from "The Dark Knight"
Warner Bros. files copyright claim after Trump shares 2020 video set to music from "The Dark Knight" https://t.co/WvtiOcztrQ pic.twitter.com/br2HJFoGXw— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
Womp womp. pic.twitter.com/RC3VW096A1— MOM (@01pod) April 10, 2019
“[Barr’s] refusal to say whether he's offered the White House a sneak peek....and a line in the sand drawn by Barr over releasing an unredacted copy.... That standoff shaping up to be the next front in the fight between the Trump DOJ and Congress” -
“[Barr’s] refusal to say whether he's offered the White House a sneak peek....and a line in the sand drawn by Barr over releasing an unredacted copy.... That standoff shaping up to be the next front in the fight between the Trump DOJ and Congress” - @NicolleDWallace pic.twitter.com/x0GBIXnzne— Deadline White House (@DeadlineWH) April 9, 2019
And you wonder why your drug prices are so high....Republicans Are Warning Drug Companies Not To Cooperate With A Congressional Investigation
And you wonder why your drug prices are so high....Republicans Are Warning Drug Companies Not To Cooperate With A Congressional Investigation https://t.co/PppF6QtAqx— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) April 9, 2019
Treasury lawyers consulted with the White House general counsel’s office about the potential release of Trump’s tax returns before Democrats formally requested them, even though the process is designed to be walled off from White House interference.
Treasury lawyers consulted with the White House general counsel’s office about the potential release of Trump’s tax returns before Democrats formally requested them, even though the process is designed to be walled off from White House interference. https://t.co/Jnbbnjh6HP— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) April 9, 2019
"Now, 61 is the key number here -- that is the number of seats that is needed in the Knesset to be able to form a coalition government." Both Benny Gantz and Bibi Netanyahu have declared victory in Israel's election, while exit polls are too close to call:
"Now, 61 is the key number here -- that is the number of seats that is needed in the Knesset to be able to form a coalition government." Both Benny Gantz and Bibi Netanyahu have declared victory in Israel's election, while exit polls are too close to call: https://t.co/Yygh4xkYrg pic.twitter.com/rUScrFjBIN— CBS Evening News (@CBSEveningNews) April 10, 2019
Everything you need to know about Benny Gantz, the general who just declared victory over Netanyahu
Everything you need to know about Benny Gantz, the general who just declared victory over Netanyahu https://t.co/rgM1Zeo709— Haaretz.com (@haaretzcom) April 9, 2019
Fmr Treasury Secretary Summers: The only thing clearer than the obligation of the IRS commissioner to turn over the president's taxes is the inappropriateness of the White House being involved in making dictates about how the president's tax return is going to be handled.
Fmr Treasury Secretary Summers: The only thing clearer than the obligation of the IRS commissioner to turn over the president's taxes is the inappropriateness of the White House being involved in making dictates about how the president's tax return is going to be handled. pic.twitter.com/SsTChaA98G— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) April 10, 2019
ted lieu nails gop for inviting hitler apologist candace owens to hearing on white supremacists
ted lieu nails gop for inviting hitler apologist candace owens to hearing on white supremacists pic.twitter.com/UPiGcSRPUQ— Oliver Willis (@owillis) April 9, 2019
WATCH: Candace Owens calls Southern strategy a “myth” during House testimony: “That never happened” https://t.co/sHcBcxTtsQ pic.twitter.com/5BAqtXBMPb— The Hill (@thehill) April 9, 2019
Do cabinet members need to be confirmed to take action on a 25th Amendment question over the President's competence to serve?
Fun legal question:— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) April 10, 2019
Do cabinet members need to be confirmed to take action on a 25th Amendment question over the President's competence to serve?
The IRS Commissioner's hand shakes like a leaf while being grilled about delivering dt's tax returns tomorrow. He would not give any straight answers.
🔴 The IRS Commissioner's hand shakes like a leaf while being grilled about delivering dt's tax returns tomorrow. He would not give any straight answers. https://t.co/VqNOYXMcSB— Politics & Environment (@KristineCummins) April 10, 2019
Kris Kobach is on TV lobbying for the DHS job. He says if he was running the agency, he would "deploy the thousands of FEMA trailers" to "set up processing centers", which sounds an awful lot like concentration camps.
Kris Kobach is on TV lobbying for the DHS job.— Madeline Peltz (@peltzmadeline) April 9, 2019
He says if he was running the agency, he would "deploy the thousands of FEMA trailers" to "set up processing centers", which sounds an awful lot like concentration camps. pic.twitter.com/qTHc4Xe2BN
EU to grant Brexit delay but may demand a longer extension and conditions
EU to grant Brexit delay but may demand a longer extension and conditions https://t.co/6R8OyTxB61 pic.twitter.com/vF8X7JGA5z— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) April 10, 2019
Oh man. Rep. Ted Lieu now playing a tape of Candace Owens, who is sitting right there, saying it would have been fine if Hitler just wanted to make Germany great.
Oh man. Rep. Ted Lieu now playing a tape of Candace Owens, who is sitting right there, saying it would have been fine if Hitler just wanted to make Germany great. pic.twitter.com/BIIQGOeKPC— Jennifer Bendery (@jbendery) April 9, 2019
Obama didn't have family separation policy
Obama didn't have fucking family separation policy. Don’t believe yet another Trump lie. https://t.co/QX2nZSeTJj— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) April 9, 2019
More people are sick from a multistate outbreak of E. coli from an unknown source. The total number of people infected is now 96, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
More people are sick from a multistate outbreak of E. coli from an unknown source. The total number of people infected is now 96, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://t.co/NVhTba67FL— CNN (@CNN) April 10, 2019
Rep. Thomas Massie: "I think it's somewhat appropriate somebody with a pseudo-science degree pushing pseudo-science in front of our committee today." John Kerry: "Are you serious? Is this really a serious happening here?"
Rep. Thomas Massie: "I think it's somewhat appropriate somebody with a pseudo-science degree pushing pseudo-science in front of our committee today."— The Hill (@thehill) April 10, 2019
John Kerry: "Are you serious? Is this really a serious happening here?" https://t.co/GMrjFyX6jH pic.twitter.com/K2QdfEpanS
Fired DHS secretary tweets firing of acting deputy DHS secretary
Fired DHS secretary tweets firing of acting deputy DHS secretary https://t.co/utHZBhkz85 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 10, 2019
"for the secretary to seek to decide whether to pass on the president’s tax return to Congress would surely be inappropriate and probably illegal. ... I would have indicated to the IRS commissioner that I expected the IRS to comply with the law as always."
"for the secretary to seek to decide whether to pass on the president’s tax return to Congress would surely be inappropriate and probably illegal. ... I would have indicated to the IRS commissioner that I expected the IRS to comply with the law as always."https://t.co/0fL9ko45pR— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) April 10, 2019
“I believe you’re supposed to take the gravel and bang it.” -the Secretary of the Treasury
“I believe you’re supposed to take the gravel and bang it.” -the Secretary of the Treasury pic.twitter.com/h057ZM3voN— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) April 9, 2019
Law obligates IRS commissioner to turn over Trump taxes: Summers
Law obligates IRS commissioner to turn over Trump taxes: Summers https://t.co/8Ng8QT0k0c via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 10, 2019
Barr dodges violate spirit of special counsel process: Katyal
Barr dodges violate spirit of special counsel process: Katyal https://t.co/y4VOEmKtQ6 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 10, 2019
Tennessee's Republican government has axed 128,000 poor children from Medicaid programs. "Pro-Life, Family Values"
Tennessee's Republican government has axed 128,000 poor children from Medicaid programs.— Nick Knudsen 🇺🇸 (@DemWrite) April 10, 2019
"Pro-Life, Family Values" #VoteBlueToSaveAmerica #DemCast https://t.co/6xA9wAhsta
Trump on Tuesday posted a bizarre video set to the "Dark Knight Rises" soundtrack that features no voiceover or distinguishable narrative, but is partly aimed at his sworn enemies: Hillary Clinton, President Obama, CNN, and Hollywood
Trump on Tuesday posted a bizarre video set to the "Dark Knight Rises" soundtrack that features no voiceover or distinguishable narrative, but is partly aimed at his sworn enemies: Hillary Clinton, President Obama, CNN, and Hollywood https://t.co/b2e6WnOaKn— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) April 10, 2019
Schiff opens second front in bid to obtain Mueller report
Schiff opens second front in bid to obtain Mueller report https://t.co/LuW2KiCZch via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 10, 2019
TRUMP: "We have the worst laws of any country anywhere in the world."
TRUMP: "We have the worst laws of any country anywhere in the world." pic.twitter.com/clKvZf8e4m— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) April 9, 2019
Here’s video of Trump Advisor Stephen Miller in high school screaming he’s “sick and tired of being told to pick up my trash, when we have plenty of janitors who are paid to do it for us.”
Here’s video of Trump Advisor Stephen Miller in high school screaming he’s “sick and tired of being told to pick up my trash, when we have plenty of janitors who are paid to do it for us.” Would be a shame if it went viral... again. pic.twitter.com/cpoSGAdOGv— Scott Dworkin (@funder) April 9, 2019
One of the most unexpected and remarkable things about this entire part of this saga is that this newly appointed attorney general, who is a seasoned D.C. pro, is Making. It. Up. As. He. Goes.
One of the most unexpected and remarkable things about this entire part of this saga is that this newly appointed attorney general, who is a seasoned D.C. pro, is Making. It. Up. As. He. Goes. pic.twitter.com/eTveNxwfUq— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) April 10, 2019
.@SenateGOP just confirmed Patrick Wyrick to a lifetime federal judgeship. Wyrick hid his conflicts of interest & “took instruction” from oil & gas special interests in public office. This corruption should be ENDED, not promoted.
.@SenateGOP just confirmed Patrick Wyrick to a lifetime federal judgeship. Wyrick hid his conflicts of interest & “took instruction” from oil & gas special interests in public office. This corruption should be ENDED, not promoted. https://t.co/UqGVHTOVdL— Senator Jeff Merkley (@SenJeffMerkley) April 10, 2019
Barr may push Dems to broach impeachment for full Mueller report
Barr may push Dems to broach impeachment for full Mueller report https://t.co/T83wDsbOZk via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 10, 2019
I do what I want...
Ha, what an asshole 😌 pic.twitter.com/g0J3bn0LvG— UnsilentMajority 🖤 (@The_UnSilent_) April 10, 2019
People Whose Loved Ones Were Transformed by Fox News
"Maybe that person was already somewhat conservative to start. Maybe they were apolitical. But at one point or another they sat down in front of Fox News, found some kind of deep, addictive comfort in the anger and paranoia, and became a different person." https://t.co/DOiYLn6rme— Jay Rosen (@jayrosen_nyu) April 10, 2019
Rep. Bishop: "If anybody's tax return is under audit, is there a rule that would prohibit that taxpayer from releasing it?" IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig: "I think I've answered that question. No."
Rep. Bishop: "If anybody's tax return is under audit, is there a rule that would prohibit that taxpayer from releasing it?"— NBC News (@NBCNews) April 10, 2019
IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig: "I think I've answered that question. No." pic.twitter.com/ZuPHBqhE3h
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