"Could you hold the Secretary of Treasury Steven Mnuchin in contempt? Some Democrats have even raised the prospect of arresting the Treasury Secretary if he does not comply..."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Nancy Pelosi: "We do have a little jail down in the basement of the Capitol."
Via CSPAN pic.twitter.com/zjaAEgZQUH
Wednesday, May 8, 2019
"Could you hold the Secretary of Treasury Steven Mnuchin in contempt? Some Democrats have even raised the prospect of arresting the Treasury Secretary if he does not comply..." Nancy Pelosi: "We do have a little jail down in the basement of the Capitol."
Trump’s White House just revoked the press pass I’ve had for 21 years as part of its broader crackdown on journalists’ access.
Trump’s White House just revoked the press pass I’ve had for 21 years as part of its broader crackdown on journalists’ access. https://t.co/lUrDN9pTBB— Dana Milbank (@Milbank) May 8, 2019
BREAKING: Republican-led Senate intelligence community has subpoenaed the President's son, Donald Trump Jr.
BREAKING: Republican-led Senate intelligence community has subpoenaed the President's son, Donald Trump Jr. pic.twitter.com/Snxwn2D1Ix— Josh Campbell (@joshscampbell) May 8, 2019
BREAKING: Senate Intel subpoenas Donald Trump Jr. over Russia investigation
BREAKING: Senate Intel subpoenas Donald Trump Jr. over Russia investigation https://t.co/69oWbzgGhJ— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 8, 2019
JUST IN: House Judiciary Committee votes 24-16 to approve a contempt citation against Attorney General William Barr, sending the charge to the full House.
JUST IN: House Judiciary Committee votes 24-16 to approve a contempt citation against Attorney General William Barr, sending the charge to the full House.— Steven Portnoy (@stevenportnoy) May 8, 2019
BREAKING: House Judiciary Committee holds Barr in contemt
BREAKING: House Judiciary Committee holds Barr in contempt https://t.co/XDwg63acyf— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 8, 2019
The Senate Intelligence Committee has subpoenaed Donald Trump Jr. to answer questions about his previous testimony before Senate investigators in relation to the Russia investigation, sources with direct knowledge told Axios.
This Republican-led Committee apparently didn't get McConnell's memo that this case is closed. https://t.co/B9t2iWnxyX— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
WASHINGTON (AP) -- House Judiciary panel votes to hold Attorney General Barr in contempt of Congress, escalating fight over Mueller report.
WASHINGTON (AP) -- House Judiciary panel votes to hold Attorney General Barr in contempt of Congress, escalating fight over Mueller report.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Hillary Clinton was right. Hillary Clinton warned us. "This is so worth the watch, especially in light of today’s news.
Hillary Clinton was right. Hillary Clinton warned us.— Ricardo Luke (@Lukericardo) May 8, 2019
"This is so worth the watch, especially in light of today’s news." #Maddow pic.twitter.com/bEONyt6WfB
Kendrick Castillo was three days from graduation. He loved robotics. Yesterday, he ran toward the shooter to save his classmates. Read his story, learn his name and do not become numb to this senseless violence.
Kendrick Castillo was three days from graduation. He loved robotics. Yesterday, he ran toward the shooter to save his classmates. Read his story, learn his name and do not become numb to this senseless violence. https://t.co/OneWhJwTY5— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) May 8, 2019
Ivanka Trump explains her father's extreme debt issues in a documentary from several years ago. We always knew Trump was a #BillionDollarLoser and his daughter confirms it.
Ivanka Trump explains her father's extreme debt issues in a documentary from several years ago. We always knew Trump was a #BillionDollarLoser and his daughter confirms it. https://t.co/Dlaq30q40F— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) May 8, 2019
20-12 House Judiciary votes yes to holding Barr in contempt
Just in:— Mystery Solvent (@MysterySolvent) May 8, 2019
20-12 House Judiciary votes yes to holding Barr in contempt
Schumer accuses McConnell of "aiding and abetting" the Russians
Schumer accuses McConnell of "aiding and abetting" the Russians https://t.co/vKGQ7GVtH5— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) May 8, 2019
Archie
I’m normally pretty passive about the Royals stuff. But this photo is probably saving a life somewhere. #representation #imagineallthepeople pic.twitter.com/FPgpnkRiVT— Arlan 👊🏾 (@ArlanWasHere) May 8, 2019
The man who just bought the New Orleans Times-Picayune and fired its entire staff called the paper a “trophy.” This is the story of how all that came to be. If you can hire good journalists like @jarvisdeberry, get wise and please do so.
The man who just bought the New Orleans Times-Picayune and fired its entire staff called the paper a “trophy.” This is the story of how all that came to be. If you can hire good journalists like @jarvisdeberry, get wise and please do so. https://t.co/i9OX3bOFAg— Jamil Smith (@JamilSmith) May 8, 2019
Barr, in letter to Trump, requests he asserts executive privilege to block Dem subpoena demands
Barr, in letter to Trump, requests he asserts executive privilege to block Dem subpoena demands pic.twitter.com/Np7Gf6iWtN— Manu Raju (@mkraju) May 8, 2019
The View’s Meghan McCain reveals how Trump tax returns already gave Democrats the ‘kill shot’ for 2020
The View’s Meghan McCain reveals how Trump tax returns already gave Democrats the ‘kill shot’ for 2020 https://t.co/Q0quSxJp5q— Raw Story (@RawStory) May 8, 2019
Chart: Trump's negative adjusted gross income on tax returns.
Chart: Trump's negative adjusted gross income on tax returns. Read report here: https://t.co/8zgmN9PYEa | Watch our interview with @susannecraig: https://t.co/Z6HD0vBOz7 pic.twitter.com/b4azFBckPi— Morning Joe (@Morning_Joe) May 8, 2019
The president has just claimed executive privilege over a document that he says totally exonerates him.
The president has just claimed executive privilege over a document that he says totally exonerates him.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Please allow me to interrupt our Constitutional crisis in progress to inform you that the Trump WH, which has absolutely no idea what it's doing, is getting dangerously close to stumbling into a no-kidding war with Iran.
Please allow me to interrupt our Constitutional crisis in progress to inform you that the Trump WH, which has absolutely no idea what it's doing, is getting dangerously close to stumbling into a no-kidding war with Iran.https://t.co/dHZc0xn0Ex— John Schindler (@20committee) May 8, 2019
My Republican friends, this president considers himself above the law, above accountability to us, and above the nation’s interests. We cannot allow this lawlessness and expect that our republic “of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth.”
My Republican friends, this president considers himself above the law, above accountability to us, and above the nation’s interests. We cannot allow this lawlessness and expect that our republic “of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth.” https://t.co/Z0OL3esBIg— Evan McMullin (@EvanMcMullin) May 8, 2019
"This is a man who was handed hundreds of millions of dollars, flushed it down the toilet, and was desperate to maintain his image of wealth and success. You couldn’t invent a more inviting target for a foreign intelligence service to manipulate."
"This is a man who was handed hundreds of millions of dollars, flushed it down the toilet, and was desperate to maintain his image of wealth and success. You couldn’t invent a more inviting target for a foreign intelligence service to manipulate." https://t.co/XveVRQPSHg— John Sipher (@john_sipher) May 8, 2019
New - @RepAdamSchiff just introduced a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United
New - @RepAdamSchiff just introduced a constitutional amendment to overturn Citizens United pic.twitter.com/RRa1FOd7QI— OpenSecrets.org (@OpenSecretsDC) May 8, 2019
“New York is a sovereign entity: we must have the power to prosecute crimes that occur here.” “When you read the Mueller Report, and see ‘don’t worry, you’ll be taken care of,’ it’s clear that pardons are being discussed as a means to avoid justice.”
“New York is a sovereign entity: we must have the power to prosecute crimes that occur here.”— Michael Kink (@mkink) May 8, 2019
“When you read the Mueller Report, and see ‘don’t worry, you’ll be taken care of,’ it’s clear that pardons are being discussed as a means to avoid justice.”@toddkaminsky @NYSenDems pic.twitter.com/IAspqVwPLl
#Florida Bar determines further investigation into U.S. Rep. @mattgaetz is warranted for his menacing tweet at Michael Cohen. The case now moves into a grand jury-like phase.
#Florida Bar determines further investigation into U.S. Rep. @mattgaetz is warranted for his menacing tweet at Michael Cohen. The case now moves into a grand jury-like phase. https://t.co/BBg4EaFpmQ … via @scontorno— Craig Pittman (@craigtimes) May 8, 2019
"If you think there was no collusion or no obstruction, you haven't read the Mueller report." - Rep. Mary Scanlon.
"If you think there was no collusion or no obstruction, you haven't read the Mueller report." - Rep. Mary Scanlon.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) May 8, 2019
Nancy Pelosi: "Every single day the president is making a case — he's becoming self-impeachable."
Nancy Pelosi: "Every single day the president is making a case — he's becoming self-impeachable."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Via CSPAN pic.twitter.com/d7KSSVtGyF
Jim Jordan: Mueller's gonna be here next week, why don't you wait until after then... Nadler: Um, because we need to read all what he wrote before we question him. Biggest duh moment yet.
Jim Jordan: Mueller's gonna be here next week, why don't you wait until after then...— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) May 8, 2019
Nadler: Um, because we need to read all what he wrote before we question him.
Biggest duh moment yet. pic.twitter.com/1MDrSfC4UZ
Justice Anthony Kennedy's son led Deutsche Bank as it loaned Trump over $1 billion
ICYMI
Disturbingly scary.— 𝕋𝕚𝕡𝕤𝕪_𝕋𝕖𝕩𝕒𝕟 #Bluenami (@Tipsy_in_Texas) May 8, 2019
Justice Anthony Kennedy's son led Deutsche Bank as it loaned Trump over $1 billion https://t.co/2Q9Itefvye
JUST IN: House Speaker Pelosi says Attorney General Barr should be held in contempt of Congress for withholding full Mueller report from Congress
JUST IN: House Speaker Pelosi says Attorney General Barr should be held in contempt of Congress for withholding full Mueller report from Congress pic.twitter.com/8YuAFEzWBJ— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) May 8, 2019
DC-area radio station told to register as Russian agent - Sputnik International 24/7 has been ordered to register his Florida-based broadcasting company as a Russian foreign agent.
DC-area radio station told to register as Russian agent - Sputnik International 24/7 has been ordered to register his Florida-based broadcasting company as a Russian foreign agent. https://t.co/ojnIBBzyDE— Sercy (@McSercy) May 8, 2019
John Kelly Says Trump Family Must Be ‘Dealt With’ in White House
“They were an influence that has to be dealt with,” John Kelly tells Bloomberg when asked if was complicated to have president’s family working at WH. “By no means do I mean Mrs. Trump—the 1st lady’s a wonderful person.”@FLOTUS @IvankaTrump @jaredkushnerhttps://t.co/uBDPY6MWjj— Jennifer Jacobs (@JenniferJJacobs) May 8, 2019
NEW: Kentucky's signature plan to connect rural residents to high-speed internet is years behind schedule and *way* over budget. Now, taxpayers are on the hook for $1.5 billion — 50 times more than they were initially told.
NEW: Kentucky's signature plan to connect rural residents to high-speed internet is years behind schedule and *way* over budget.— ProPublica (@propublica) May 8, 2019
Now, taxpayers are on the hook for $1.5 billion — 50 times more than they were initially told. https://t.co/Mfmylljsxn
Trump insists that his suffering of more than $1 billion in business losses was actually part of his plan all along
Trump insists that his suffering of more than $1 billion in business losses was actually part of his plan all along https://t.co/T88jrhlZm6— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 8, 2019
Trump's steel tariffs cost U.S. consumers $900,000 for every job created, experts say.
Trump's steel tariffs cost U.S. consumers $900,000 for every job created, experts say. https://t.co/ysEPRamwtz— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Speaker Nancy Pelosi: "Trump is goading us to impeach him."
Speaker Nancy Pelosi: "Trump is goading us to impeach him." https://t.co/xYoxlB4n6C pic.twitter.com/zE29KPVXJG— The Hill (@thehill) May 8, 2019
United States of America, 2019
United States of America, 2019. pic.twitter.com/cJVtLVBM8m— Rep. Eric Swalwell (@RepSwalwell) May 7, 2019
BREAKING: Wednesday at 10 a.m. @HouseJudiciary to markup contempt report for AG Barr after DOJ rejects Committee’s counteroffer to view hidden sections of Special Counsel Mueller’s report.
BREAKING: Wednesday at 10 a.m. @HouseJudiciary to markup contempt report for AG Barr after DOJ rejects Committee’s counteroffer to view hidden sections of Special Counsel Mueller’s report. https://t.co/BOVLeUoXpi pic.twitter.com/39PyYRLruC— House Judiciary Dems (@HouseJudiciary) May 8, 2019
Just a heads up from an American living abroad: the insanity of active shooter drills for 6 year-olds and bulletproof backpacks and a debate over arming teachers doesn’t exist in other developed countries because children don’t get shot at school on a routine basis. Laws matter.
Just a heads up from an American living abroad: the insanity of active shooter drills for 6 year-olds and bulletproof backpacks and a debate over arming teachers doesn’t exist in other developed countries because children don’t get shot at school on a routine basis. Laws matter. https://t.co/biMROzTMf3— Brian Klaas (@brianklaas) May 8, 2019
Pompeo said election interference was discussed, which is disputed by the Russians: "Pompeo did not discuss the topic of Russia’s meddling in the US elections with Sergey Lavrov. The Russian side is surprised to hear the US Secretary of State saying this."
Pompeo said election interference was discussed, which is disputed by the Russians: "Pompeo did not discuss the topic of Russia’s meddling in the US elections with Sergey Lavrov. The Russian side is surprised to hear the US Secretary of State saying this."https://t.co/VSO7klm75J— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) May 7, 2019
Florida Republicans warn Trump not to arrive in storm-torn Panhandle empty-handed
Being red hats, paper towels, and wampum. https://t.co/sKCPq2b24E— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) May 8, 2019
“I committed tax fraud”
“I committed tax fraud” - @realDonaldTrump https://t.co/RLTks5neni— Louise Bagshawe (chat / UK) (@LouiseBagshawe) May 8, 2019
Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada has refused to resign despite engaging in lewd text messages about women with his then-chief of staff. The aide resigned on Monday.
Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada has refused to resign despite engaging in lewd text messages about women with his then-chief of staff. The aide resigned on Monday. https://t.co/iKq36s7img— HuffPost (@HuffPost) May 8, 2019
The Trump campaign wouldn't say whether it has a policy about foreign interference, including the use of information stolen or hacked by a foreign power
The Trump campaign wouldn't say whether it has a policy about foreign interference, including the use of information stolen or hacked by a foreign powerhttps://t.co/2Lc5NWvL2i— POLITICO (@politico) May 8, 2019
Sen. Chuck Schumer: "So [McConnell] says let's move on. It's sort of like Richard Nixon saying let's move on at the height of the investigation of his wrongdoing. Of course he wants to move on. He wants to cover up, he wants to silence on one of the most serious issues we face."
Sen. Chuck Schumer: "So [McConnell] says let's move on. It's sort of like Richard Nixon saying let's move on at the height of the investigation of his wrongdoing. Of course he wants to move on. He wants to cover up, he wants to silence on one of the most serious issues we face." pic.twitter.com/3w5JOsz7sn— The Hill (@thehill) May 8, 2019
Today is Day 127 without a Secretary of Defense—or even a nominee. The previous record was 60 days at the start of the Bush 41 administration. If Republican Senators cared one whit about the separation of powers rather than the separation of parties, they could end this quickly.
Today is Day 127 without a Secretary of Defense—or even a nominee. The previous record was 60 days at the start of the Bush 41 administration. If Republican Senators cared one whit about the separation of powers rather than the separation of parties, they could end this quickly. https://t.co/NA5zoUb0rB— Steve Vladeck (@steve_vladeck) May 7, 2019
The symbolism of @SecPompeo cancelling a meeting with one of America's closest allies, Chancellor Merkel, to dash off to Sochi to see Lavrov/Putin is not being lost on our European allies. (He just met with Lavrov, after all, yesterday.)
The symbolism of @SecPompeo cancelling a meeting with one of America's closest allies, Chancellor Merkel, to dash off to Sochi to see Lavrov/Putin is not being lost on our European allies. (He just met with Lavrov, after all, yesterday.) https://t.co/52a2ctoyYm— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) May 7, 2019
“They showed he didn’t pay any federal income tax. He paid zero. That means zero for troops, zero for vets, zero for schools or health.”
“They showed he didn’t pay any federal income tax. He paid zero. That means zero for troops, zero for vets, zero for schools or health.”@HillaryClinton 9/26/16 pic.twitter.com/0uMMmXOH5I— Reily Connaughton (@ReilySeanConn) May 7, 2019
Russia isn't just interfering in US elections. They're also interfering in US justice. Some shocking stories of Russian manipulation of US courts in this article
Russia isn't just interfering in US elections. They're also interfering in US justice. Some shocking stories of Russian manipulation of US courts in this article https://t.co/Hrc3VnSZtD— Bill Browder (@Billbrowder) May 8, 2019
BREAKING: One student is dead and 7 others injured after shooting at Colorado STEM school.
BREAKING: One student is dead and 7 others injured after shooting at Colorado STEM school. https://t.co/PXJSiZnPlw— NBC News (@NBCNews) May 8, 2019
When Mitch McConnell says the Mueller investigation is “case closed,” he’s doing Donald Trump’s dirty work for him. We’ve got to call it out, and we’ve got to fight back. Sign on to demand the full, unredacted Mueller report.
When Mitch McConnell says the Mueller investigation is “case closed,” he’s doing Donald Trump’s dirty work for him. We’ve got to call it out, and we’ve got to fight back. Sign on to demand the full, unredacted Mueller report.— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) May 7, 2019
Iran has announced it will no longer fully comply with the landmark nuclear deal it signed with the United States and five other nations in 2015. What does this mean? Read more about the nuclear deal here:
Iran has announced it will no longer fully comply with the landmark nuclear deal it signed with the United States and five other nations in 2015.— CNN (@CNN) May 8, 2019
What does this mean? Read more about the nuclear deal here: https://t.co/7BMryCQN8a
Activist in Norway says CIA warned him of potential threat from Saudi Arabia https://t.co/gpuRbiEwgC pic.twitter.com/FOyX9LsJ80— The Hill (@thehill) May 7, 2019
Democrats to vote tomorrow to hold A.G. Barr in contempt
Democrats to vote tomorrow to hold A.G. Barr in contempt https://t.co/GkVEN3n7ou via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 8, 2019
: It’s time to start impeachment hearings. Today.
.@BrianKlaas writes: It’s time to start impeachment hearings. Today. https://t.co/9kainorkki— Washington Post Opinions (@PostOpinions) May 7, 2019
The CEO of snowmobile makers says Polaris "cannot stand for" paying Trump's tariffs to import parts for its U.S. plants
The CEO of snowmobile makers says Polaris "cannot stand for" paying Trump's tariffs to import parts for its U.S. plants https://t.co/amtZiMEFVq— Bloomberg (@business) May 8, 2019
NYT report on Trump taxes begs the question: Who is paying Trump?
NYT report on Trump taxes begs the question: Who is paying Trump? https://t.co/1EruxiFUcf via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 8, 2019
The Trump campaign has all but called for "authorities" to investigate David Bossie, because of this @jonathanvswan story:
The Trump campaign has all but called for "authorities" to investigate David Bossie, because of this @jonathanvswan story: https://t.co/son5ahRQjD— Betsy Woodruff (@woodruffbets) May 7, 2019
It’s been nearly 2 years since the #EquifaxBreach – & Congress still hasn’t acted to protect consumers or prevent the next breach. So @MarkWarner @RepCummings, @CongressmanRaja & I are reintroducing a bill to impose massive, mandatory fines when companies expose personal data.
It’s been nearly 2 years since the #EquifaxBreach – & Congress still hasn’t acted to protect consumers or prevent the next breach. So @MarkWarner @RepCummings, @CongressmanRaja & I are reintroducing a bill to impose massive, mandatory fines when companies expose personal data. pic.twitter.com/3AglWEMWMj— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) May 7, 2019
Swalwell to McGahn: Put country above Trump lawlessness
Swalwell to McGahn: Put country above Trump lawlessness https://t.co/ABq6JvnfRM via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 8, 2019
WH tries to claw back executive privilege on McGahn evidence
WH tries to claw back executive privilege on McGahn evidence https://t.co/B1SNxsaBbL via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 8, 2019
Elizabeth Warren: "I didn't wake up this morning saying, 'Let’s go to the floor and talk about the Mueller report.' But let's keep in mind, Mitch McConnell came in and just kept saying, ‘No, no, no. Everything’s over. Case closed. We're done.' And no. We're not."
Elizabeth Warren: "I didn't wake up this morning saying, 'Let’s go to the floor and talk about the Mueller report.' But let's keep in mind, Mitch McConnell came in and just kept saying, ‘No, no, no. Everything’s over. Case closed. We're done.' And no. We're not." @allinwithchris— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Really big issue is how Trump survived financially after 1994. Where did he get the cash to stay afloat? That’s what is hidden in more recent tax returns.
Really big issue is how Trump survived financially after 1994. Where did he get the cash to stay afloat? That’s what is hidden in more recent tax returns. https://t.co/rraT8AANb0— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) May 8, 2019
This Kushner proposal that prevents siblings & parents from immigrating is Dead On Arrival. The House will not vote to keep families apart. Try again, Jared. Next time have a plan that wouldn't have stopped your mother-in-law's parents from immigrating
This Kushner proposal that prevents siblings & parents from immigrating is Dead On Arrival. The House will not vote to keep families apart.— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) May 8, 2019
Try again, Jared. Next time have a plan that wouldn't have stopped your mother-in-law's parents from immigrating.https://t.co/wjXQYZ7sTT
Sen. Elizabeth Warren: "We took an oath not to try to protect Donald Trump. We took an oath to protect and serve the Constitution of the United States of America. And the way we do that is we begin impeachment proceedings -- now -- against this president."
Sen. Elizabeth Warren: "We took an oath not to try to protect Donald Trump. We took an oath to protect and serve the Constitution of the United States of America. And the way we do that is we begin impeachment proceedings -- now -- against this president." pic.twitter.com/GOnVgtL9ZD— The Hill (@thehill) May 8, 2019
Nadler on the DOJ letter: "In the coming days, I expect that Congress will have no choice but to confront the behavior of this lawless Administration. The Committee will also take a hard look at the officials who are enabling this cover up."
Nadler on the DOJ letter: "In the coming days, I expect that Congress will have no choice but to confront the behavior of this lawless Administration. The Committee will also take a hard look at the officials who are enabling this cover up."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
He's stalling you, @RepJerryNadler. He's going to assert executive privilege anyway, even if it's meritless and even if you negotiate, and try to tie you down in court as long as he can. Trump has done that for decades, and it's standard big law foot-dragging. Get moving ASAP.
He's stalling you, @RepJerryNadler. He's going to assert executive privilege anyway, even if it's meritless and even if you negotiate, and try to tie you down in court as long as he can. Trump has done that for decades, and it's standard big law foot-dragging. Get moving ASAP. https://t.co/2AaWchjqs9— Max Kennerly (@MaxKennerly) May 8, 2019
Mitch McConnell tries to make Trump’s misconduct disappear
Opinion: Mitch McConnell tries to make Trump’s misconduct disappear https://t.co/YE8bAFZJrl— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) May 8, 2019
FBI DIRECTOR WRAY: "Russians are focused on sowing divisiveness and discord in this country and pitting us against each other and I think that part we see alive and well."
FBI DIRECTOR WRAY: "Russians are focused on sowing divisiveness and discord in this country and pitting us against each other and I think that part we see alive and well.". https://t.co/dHO6w6x8l0— Donie O'Sullivan (@donie) May 8, 2019
"As a standoff builds in Washington over the president’s federal tax returns, New York’s Legislature is moving quickly to allow the release of Mr. Trump’s state returns."
"As a standoff builds in Washington over the president’s federal tax returns, New York’s Legislature is moving quickly to allow the release of Mr. Trump’s state returns."https://t.co/O72LYhnm7O— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) May 8, 2019
Dick Durbin suggested Mitch McConnell is ignoring election security legislation because Russian meddling helped Republicans in 2016
Dick Durbin suggested Mitch McConnell is ignoring election security legislation because Russian meddling helped Republicans in 2016https://t.co/ECIIRi5put— POLITICO (@politico) May 8, 2019
"One number from Mr. Trump’s tax returns is particularly striking—and particularly hard to explain: the $52.9 million in interest income he reported in 1989" but public findings "show no evidence that he owned anything capable of generating close to $52.9 million" in interest?
"One number from Mr. Trump’s tax returns is particularly striking—and particularly hard to explain: the $52.9 million in interest income he reported in 1989" but public findings "show no evidence that he owned anything capable of generating close to $52.9 million" in interest???? https://t.co/0uagXOYWq9— Walter Shaub (@waltshaub) May 8, 2019
Officials say 8 students have been injured in a shooting at a public charter school in Colorado. The sheriff says "several of them are in critical condition." Two suspects are in custody.
Officials say 8 students have been injured in a shooting at a public charter school in Colorado. The sheriff says "several of them are in critical condition."— NPR (@NPR) May 8, 2019
Two suspects are in custody. https://t.co/XdvRdR9qOG
Nadler says in statement Barr contempt vote tomorrow is still on: “In the coming days, I expect that Congress will have no choice but to confront the behavior of this lawless Administration. The Committee will also take a hard look at the officials who are enabling this cover up”
Nadler says in statement Barr contempt vote tomorrow is still on: “In the coming days, I expect that Congress will have no choice but to confront the behavior of this lawless Administration. The Committee will also take a hard look at the officials who are enabling this cover up” https://t.co/oOzUTxlVL1— Manu Raju (@mkraju) May 8, 2019
Mnuchin broke recent precedent for Treasury secretaries and spoke at a Trump campaign fundraiser, addressing a group of top donors that included industry executives his department regulates,
Mnuchin broke recent precedent for Treasury secretaries and spoke at a Trump campaign fundraiser, addressing a group of top donors that included industry executives his department regulates, @myhlee @damianpaletta & @jdawsey1 report https://t.co/0G9i0NqMh2— Philip Rucker (@PhilipRucker) May 7, 2019
"Months before evangelical leader Jerry Falwell Jr.’s game-changing presidential endorsement of Donald Trump in 2016, Falwell asked Trump fixer Michael Cohen for a personal favor, Cohen said in a recorded conversation reviewed by Reuters."
"Months before evangelical leader Jerry Falwell Jr.’s game-changing presidential endorsement of Donald Trump in 2016, Falwell asked Trump fixer Michael Cohen for a personal favor, Cohen said in a recorded conversation reviewed by Reuters."https://t.co/hfRpsmgmWz— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) May 8, 2019
Analysis: How Trump tries to obscure the strong economy he inherited
Analysis: How Trump tries to obscure the strong economy he inherited https://t.co/HljjFbUUUB— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) May 8, 2019
Chuck Schumer on @allinwithchris: "What Leader McConnell did today on the floor was nothing short of despicable."
Chuck Schumer on @allinwithchris: "What Leader McConnell did today on the floor was nothing short of despicable."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
I’d be very interested in the names of the military leaders who allegedly supported this violation of professional ethics and the rules of land warfare.
I’d be very interested in the names of the military leaders who allegedly supported this violation of professional ethics and the rules of land warfare. https://t.co/7ilfipzsns— Mark Hertling (@MarkHertling) May 7, 2019
A "caravan" of Americans with diabetes recently crossed into Canada in order to buy their insulin. The same amount of insulin that costs $700 in Minnesota is just $65 across the border. We must allow the government to negotiate lower prices
A "caravan" of Americans with diabetes recently crossed into Canada in order to buy their insulin.— Robert Reich (@RBReich) May 7, 2019
The same amount of insulin that costs $700 in Minnesota is just $65 across the border. We must allow the government to negotiate lower prices. https://t.co/34qqEFHiMj
Oh, Mitch. As if anybody would brief you given the amount of Russian money you let into the GOP. That case is really quite open.
Oh, Mitch. As if anybody would brief you given the amount of Russian money you let into the GOP. That case is really quite open. https://t.co/98h2ADMMKW— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) May 7, 2019
Bad policies like the forced pregnancy bill are a direct result of voter suppression. If leaders can silence Georgians’ voices at the ballot box, they can ignore Georgians’ voices when in office. We will fight back in court and at the voting booth
Bad policies like the forced pregnancy bill are a direct result of voter suppression. If leaders can silence Georgians’ voices at the ballot box, they can ignore Georgians’ voices when in office. We will fight back in court and at the voting booth. #HB481 https://t.co/15iOJWaBUU— Stacey Abrams (@staceyabrams) May 7, 2019
Like I said, it’s hard to take admin claims at face value. The administration lies at a record-setting pace and Bolton himself was credibly accused of twisting intelligence in the past to justify U.S. action against Iraq and Cuba.
Like I said, it’s hard to take admin claims at face value. The administration lies at a record-setting pace and Bolton himself was credibly accused of twisting intelligence in the past to justify U.S. action against Iraq and Cuba. My column: https://t.co/QAWWjJbFdQ https://t.co/MrmBipzQ7z— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) May 8, 2019
Police: Ohio man raped 11-year-old who is now pregnant. State law requires the girl to give birth. No law provides for the child's welfare throughout his/her life.
Police: Ohio man raped 11-year-old who is now pregnant. State law requires the girl to give birth. No law provides for the child's welfare throughout his/her life. https://t.co/mPN94zzvwg— Mike Green (@amikegreen2) May 7, 2019
Deal was first reported by @JordanSchachtel who notes Lindsey Graham's many mtgs w/senior officials from $320bil Qatar Investment Authority/QIA. Top donor to Gov Henry McMaster’s last campaign is Qatari lobbyist Imaad Zuberi, who is facing 2 federal probes
Deal was first reported by @JordanSchachtel who notes Lindsey Graham's many mtgs w/senior officials from $320bil Qatar Investment Authority/QIA. Top donor to Gov Henry McMaster’s last campaign is Qatari lobbyist Imaad Zuberi, who is facing 2 federal probeshttps://t.co/ZQadlcAn09— Wendy Siegelman (@WendySiegelman) May 8, 2019
Banks that serve U.S. farmers are increasingly restructuring existing loans and boosting the collateral needed for new ones
Banks that serve U.S. farmers are increasingly restructuring existing loans and boosting the collateral needed for new ones https://t.co/G7290VKa03— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) May 8, 2019
EXCLUSIVE: Trump admin inflated Iran intel, U.S. officials say
EXCLUSIVE: Trump admin inflated Iran intel, U.S. officials say. @woodruffbets and @arawnsley report: https://t.co/vs5nMSus50— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 8, 2019
The House Intelligence Committee’s Democratic chairman and Republican ranking member are threatening to hit the DOJ with a rare bipartisan subpoena if the department doesn’t hand over testimony and briefing materials produced by Mueller's investigation
The House Intelligence Committee’s Democratic chairman and Republican ranking member are threatening to hit the DOJ with a rare bipartisan subpoena if the department doesn’t hand over testimony and briefing materials produced by Mueller's investigation https://t.co/XvP8d9cVRp— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 7, 2019
Two of Patriots owner Robert Kraft's defense attorneys are being accused of lying by prosecutors in his solicitation of prostitution case.
Two of Patriots owner Robert Kraft's defense attorneys are being accused of lying by prosecutors in his solicitation of prostitution case. https://t.co/jRgpHLAl4J— The Sacramento Bee (@sacbee_news) May 7, 2019
Barr fighting losing battle to withhold Mueller report redactions
Barr fighting losing battle to withhold Mueller report redactions https://t.co/6O9xSldsrc via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 8, 2019
Trump red line failing despite urgency to keep finances opaque
Trump red line failing despite urgency to keep finances opaque https://t.co/w1HnUFb0yX via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 8, 2019
Executive privilege won’t cover all 36 document requests, is subject to waiver, and can’t justify McGahn’s no-show: as a private citizen he can’t pretend to be under 45’s control. Finally, an impeachment inquiry’s need for evidence trumps privilege.
Executive privilege won’t cover all 36 document requests, is subject to waiver, and can’t justify McGahn’s no-show: as a private citizen he can’t pretend to be under 45’s control. Finally, an impeachment inquiry’s need for evidence trumps privilege. https://t.co/tve3cVHS7b— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) May 7, 2019
History in black and white Tea Party: "We must see Obama's Harvard transcripts and his long-form birth certificate! A president is not entitled to privacy!" Trump Party: "We don't need to see Trump's tax returns or his bank records. A president is entitled to privacy."
History in black and white— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) May 7, 2019
Tea Party: "We must see Obama's Harvard transcripts and his long-form birth certificate! A president is not entitled to privacy!"
Trump Party: "We don't need to see Trump's tax returns or his bank records. A president is entitled to privacy."
Who signed the letter asserting Trump would have been charged with obstruction if he weren’t president, and what they hope happens next
Who signed the letter asserting Trump would have been charged with obstruction if he weren’t president, and what they hope happens next https://t.co/LWjoqEfBuk— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) May 8, 2019
Months before Jerry Falwell Jr. endorsed Trump in 2016, Falwell asked Trump fixer Michael Cohen for a personal favor: to help him with "racy personal photographs-the sort that would typically be kept between husband and wife." It makes more sense now.
Months before Jerry Falwell Jr. endorsed Trump in 2016, Falwell asked Trump fixer Michael Cohen for a personal favor: to help him with "racy personal photographs-the sort that would typically be kept between husband and wife."— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) May 7, 2019
It makes more sense now. https://t.co/BrgxUId9DD
ICYMI China's WeChat platform is being used to target Australian's of Chinese heritage, in Mandarin, against the Australian Labor Party this election. The source/sources of the memes & fakery is as yet unknown
ICYMI China's WeChat platform is being used to target Australian's of Chinese heritage, in Mandarin, against the Australian Labor Party this election. The source/sources of the memes & fakery is as yet unknown@thespybrief@LouiseBagshawe@ericgarland— Pete EVANS (@911CORLEBRA777) May 7, 2019
https://t.co/zBZ3l8UtQC
Chris Wray clearly thinks there is no lawful way for Barr to open an investigaton. This is a shot across the bows. Wray can investigate Barr for obstruction, and does not need his permission to do so. McCabe opened such an investigation on Trump without Rosenstein’s permission.
Chris Wray clearly thinks there is no lawful way for Barr to open an investigaton. This is a shot across the bows. Wray can investigate Barr for obstruction, and does not need his permission to do so.— Louise Mensch (@LouiseMensch) May 7, 2019
McCabe opened such an investigation on Trump without Rosenstein’s permission. https://t.co/8gUhKI4t80
McCONNELL on OBAMA: "Maybe stronger leadership would have left the Kremlin less emboldened. Maybe tampering with our democracy wouldn't have seemed so very tempting."
McCONNELL on OBAMA: "Maybe stronger leadership would have left the Kremlin less emboldened. Maybe tampering with our democracy wouldn't have seemed so very tempting." pic.twitter.com/KeA3b7VXKA— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) May 7, 2019
Two guys were plucked, basically from obscurity, and installed at the top of the tax system in the U.S. while both having very specific ties to the president's particular tax situation.
Two guys were plucked, basically from obscurity, and installed at the top of the tax system in the U.S. while both having very specific ties to the president's particular tax situation. pic.twitter.com/idowZVHalx— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) May 8, 2019
Trump was in such financial ruin that we put him in charge of our economy. He dodged service so we put him in charge of our military. His marriages went to shit so we made him the moral center of our country. He was the shittiest person alive so we gave him the nuclear codes.
Trump was in such financial ruin that we put him in charge of our economy. He dodged service so we put him in charge of our military. His marriages went to shit so we made him the moral center of our country. He was the shittiest person alive so we gave him the nuclear codes.— Jeremy Newberger (@jeremynewberger) May 8, 2019
Schumer and Pelosi: "McConnell's declaration of 'case closed' is a stunning act of political cynicism and a brazen violation of the oath we all take ... When a President is allowed to violate the law with impunity ... it gnaws at the roots of the great oak that is our democracy."
Schumer and Pelosi: "McConnell's declaration of 'case closed' is a stunning act of political cynicism and a brazen violation of the oath we all take ... When a President is allowed to violate the law with impunity ... it gnaws at the roots of the great oak that is our democracy."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 7, 2019
"This is a man who was handed hundreds of millions of dollars, flushed it down the toilet, and was desperate to maintain his image of wealth and success. You couldn’t invent a more inviting target for a foreign intelligence service to manipulate."
"This is a man who was handed hundreds of millions of dollars, flushed it down the toilet, and was desperate to maintain his image of wealth and success. You couldn’t invent a more inviting target for a foreign intelligence service to manipulate." https://t.co/p8D1YXKYxh— Brendan Nyhan (@BrendanNyhan) May 8, 2019
Nadler responds to the DOJ: "This is, of course, not how executive privilege works. The White House waived these privileges long ago ... The Department's legal arguments are without credibility, merit, or legal or factual basis. Worse, this kind of obstruction is dangerous."
Nadler responds to the DOJ: "This is, of course, not how executive privilege works. The White House waived these privileges long ago ... The Department's legal arguments are without credibility, merit, or legal or factual basis. Worse, this kind of obstruction is dangerous."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
McConnell owes the country a fuller explanation on Russian meddling
McConnell 👏🏻 refused 👏🏻 to 👏🏻 act!— Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) May 7, 2019
And he still doesn’t want to do a thing about protecting our democracy. https://t.co/mQKnNWVOka
A former promoter of galas held at President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club has filed a libel lawsuit against the Miami Herald over a story that she claims falsely portrays her as the one-time head of a day spa prostitution ring.
Bad move on Cindy Yang's part. The @MiamiHerald are just gonna dig into her PRC links deeper— Pete EVANS (@911CORLEBRA777) May 8, 2019
H/t @KimS_Author @NickNehamas @ceostroff @jkbjournalist @thespybrief @LouiseMensch @ericgarland https://t.co/NBqjmkjcar
NBC News: FBI Director Christopher Wray says he knows of no illegal surveillance of any of the 2016 campaigns, in his testimony to Congress. When asked about the use of the term "spying" used by AG Barr, he says that's not the term he would use.
NBC News: FBI Director Christopher Wray says he knows of no illegal surveillance of any of the 2016 campaigns, in his testimony to Congress.— Tom Winter (@Tom_Winter) May 7, 2019
When asked about the use of the term "spying" used by AG Barr, he says that's not the term he would use.
United Australia Party 'undecided' on vaccines and immunisation in Australian election
United Australia Party 'undecided' on vaccines and immunisation in Australian election https://t.co/2o6vgWLhlE #auspol #ausvotes— chris zappone (@chrizap) May 8, 2019
Trump used the same tax breaks as Amazon to obliterate his IRS bill
Trump used the same tax breaks as Amazon to obliterate his IRS bill https://t.co/hVBqVPMIyp— Bloomberg (@business) May 8, 2019
The House Intelligence Committee’s Democratic chairman and Republican ranking member are threatening to hit the DOJ with a rare bipartisan subpoena if the department doesn’t hand over testimony and briefing materials produced by Mueller's investigation
The House Intelligence Committee’s Democratic chairman and Republican ranking member are threatening to hit the DOJ with a rare bipartisan subpoena if the department doesn’t hand over testimony and briefing materials produced by Mueller's investigation https://t.co/XvP8d9cVRp— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 7, 2019
Chairman Nadler’s Statement on DOJ Meeting Ahead of Scheduled Contempt Vote Nadler has asked for a meeting with DOJ five times over the past six weeks
The case for contempt and obstruction only grows. https://t.co/ackKzB4RKr— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) May 7, 2019
Trump's treasury secretary 'breaks law' by refusing to hand over president's tax returns for investigation
Congress should let Mnuchin choose:— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) May 7, 2019
He hands over the tax returns or he goes to the slammer.
Trump's treasury secretary 'breaks law' by refusing to hand over president's tax returns for investigation https://t.co/6f5h2pCa2W
The Pentagon recently asked me what I think about Putin, his regime, and his strategic intentions vis-a-vis the US, NATO, and the West -- and What It All Means. DoD paper's been released to the public now -- here's my portion, for those interested
The Pentagon recently asked me what I think about Putin, his regime, and his strategic intentions vis-a-vis the US, NATO, and the West -- and What It All Means.— John Schindler (@20committee) May 7, 2019
DoD paper's been released to the public now -- here's my portion, for those interested.https://t.co/wMbgorBblG
Breaking: Trump lies about the success of his businesses, as well as everything else.
Breaking: Trump lies about the success of his businesses, as well as everything else. https://t.co/PJWJjdj7j3— Swing Left (@swingleft) May 7, 2019
Nearly 80% of American workers live paycheck to paycheck. They work hard, worry and struggle, but still pay their taxes because it’s the law and to support our troops, teachers, first responders and poor. We should expect at least as much from our privileged president.
Nearly 80% of American workers live paycheck to paycheck. They work hard, worry and struggle, but still pay their taxes because it’s the law and to support our troops, teachers, first responders and poor. We should expect at least as much from our privileged president.— Evan McMullin (@EvanMcMullin) May 8, 2019
If McConnell was so "awake" to the dangers of Russian aggression in 2016, why did McConnell’s Senate Leadership Fund accept $2.5 million from Kremlin cut-out Len Blavatnik? Why did Paul Ryan & Kevin McCarthy not denounce Trump, who McCarthy believed was paid by Putin? Hypocrites.
If McConnell was so "awake" to the dangers of Russian aggression in 2016, why did McConnell’s Senate Leadership Fund accept $2.5 million from Kremlin cut-out Len Blavatnik? Why did Paul Ryan & Kevin McCarthy not denounce Trump, who McCarthy believed was paid by Putin? Hypocrites. https://t.co/WIgidhNs7y— Jay McKenzie (@JamesFourM) May 7, 2019
House Democrats threaten to withhold salaries of Trump officials that block probe interviews
House Democrats threaten to withhold salaries of Trump officials that block probe interviews https://t.co/illWR6gan3 pic.twitter.com/KsuLsWDG0S— The Hill (@thehill) May 7, 2019
Trump has overplayed his hand in trying to gag McGahn and suppress a large number of clearly unprivileged documents. He has set things up to make McGahn’s live testimony all the more explosive when it finally takes place. The King of PR will be hoist with his own petard.
Trump has overplayed his hand in trying to gag McGahn and suppress a large number of clearly unprivileged documents. He has set things up to make McGahn’s live testimony all the more explosive when it finally takes place. The King of PR will be hoist with his own petard.— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) May 7, 2019
A little time in the slammer for contempt of Congress would wipe that smirk off his face
A little time in the slammer for contempt of Congress would wipe that smirk off his face.https://t.co/dlIS01VaRI— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) May 7, 2019
Executive privilege can’t be used to hide illegal conduct. The President and his lawyers know that. This is a desperate attempt to rewrite the rules, continue stonewalling Congress, and try to hide the President’s unethical conduct from the American people. It won’t work.
Executive privilege can’t be used to hide illegal conduct. The President and his lawyers know that.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) May 7, 2019
This is a desperate attempt to rewrite the rules, continue stonewalling Congress, and try to hide the President’s unethical conduct from the American people.
It won’t work. https://t.co/w9IiOqZwmA
Trump has spent his adult life ridin' his father's wealth and the last two years ridin' Obama's economy.
Trump has spent his adult life ridin' his father's wealth and the last two years ridin' Obama's economy.https://t.co/Rw8lbhMpXA— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) May 8, 2019
Democratic congressman Lloyd Doggett says he does not want to throw Attorney General William Barr in jail but is "ready to do so"
Democratic congressman Lloyd Doggett says he does not want to throw Attorney General William Barr in jail but is "ready to do so" https://t.co/XwFWc5cmVW— CNN (@CNN) May 8, 2019
Two of Patriots owner Robert Kraft's defense attorneys are being accused of lying by prosecutors in his solicitation of prostitution case.
Two of Patriots owner Robert Kraft's defense attorneys are being accused of lying by prosecutors in his solicitation of prostitution case. https://t.co/jRgpHLAl4J— The Sacramento Bee (@sacbee_news) May 7, 2019
Obama’s secret struggle to punish Russia for Putin’s election assault
Just a reminder that Mitch McConnell axed an effort by the Obama administration to issue a bipartisan warning on Russian interference in 2016. https://t.co/WxtAMDdYmr— Julia Ioffe (@juliaioffe) May 7, 2019
Reuters: Cohen said he fixed 'racy photo' problem for Falwell Jr
Reuters: Cohen said he fixed 'racy photo' problem for Falwell Jr https://t.co/aPPnQGRjIO via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 8, 2019
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