Why the Senate Intelligence Committee subpoenaed Donald Trump Jr. https://t.co/RSLrFyptK9— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) May 9, 2019
Thursday, May 9, 2019
Why the Senate Intelligence Committee subpoenaed Donald Trump Jr.
Trump says John Kerry ‘should be prosecuted’ for talking with Iran
President Trump said that former Secretary of State John Kerry “should be prosecuted” for speaking privately with Iranian officials and, the president claimed, discouraging them from negotiating with his administration. https://t.co/Suz8ZayWVa— L.A. Times Politics (@latimespolitics) May 9, 2019
#BREAKING: Dem lawmakers deliver petition with over 10 million signatures calling for Trump's impeachment
#BREAKING: Dem lawmakers deliver petition with over 10 million signatures calling for Trump's impeachment https://t.co/JsFU2SlbPD pic.twitter.com/estCmIkwXs— The Hill (@thehill) May 9, 2019
Pelosi rips into McConnell over his vow to "kill any House legislation for the people"
Pelosi rips into McConnell over his vow to "kill any House legislation for the people" https://t.co/mIM6vU5nHz pic.twitter.com/R2JZWjiCMC— The Hill (@thehill) May 9, 2019
For the first time: “Yes Impeachment” leads 45-42
For the first time: “Yes Impeachment” leads 45-42 https://t.co/8YClLC8oo7— #ModSquad😎 Melanie (@Lonestarmomcom) May 9, 2019
Statement: Jerry Falwell Jr. did not pay money to Michael Cohen but he's well aware Donald Trump's fixer did him a favor & tried to negotiate the return of graphic sexual photos during 2016 campaign. Falwell returned favor dumping Cruz for Trump. Cohen retains one photo as proof.
Statement: Jerry Falwell Jr. did not pay money to Michael Cohen but he's well aware Donald Trump's fixer did him a favor & tried to negotiate the return of graphic sexual photos during 2016 campaign. Falwell returned favor dumping Cruz for Trump. Cohen retains one photo as proof.— Tom Arnold (@TomArnold) May 9, 2019
This is BIG. Federal judge fast-tracking case over Congress' subpoena of Donald Trump's accounting records (read: tax returns and more). The court hearing is on Tuesday.
This is BIG. Federal judge fast-tracking case over Congress' subpoena of Donald Trump's accounting records (read: tax returns and more). The court hearing is on Tuesday.https://t.co/rpOottCmsm— Katelyn Polantz (@kpolantz) May 9, 2019
The Sultan of Brunei passed a law that made being gay punishable by death. George Clooney spoke up. I couldn’t be more grateful.
The Sultan of Brunei passed a law that made being gay punishable by death. George Clooney spoke up. I couldn’t be more grateful. pic.twitter.com/TYZNdrHMN8— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) May 9, 2019
By at least he has serious prosecutorial chops... oh wait... he’s never prosecuted a single case in his life.
By at least he has serious prosecutorial chops... oh wait... he’s never prosecuted a single case in his life. https://t.co/I9rKl9klTp— Elie Honig (@eliehonig) May 9, 2019
Judge demands unredacted Mueller report in Roger Stone case
In her order, Judge Jackson cites a 24-page section of the Mueller report that focuses heavily on WikiLeaks, its contacts with Russian hackers and the Trump campaign's interest in the materials. https://t.co/2Ou7Bi4HHb— KT CounterIntelligence (@KremlinTrolls) May 9, 2019
BREAKING: White man who hasn't gotten over the Civil War demands Jews "get over the Holocaust."
BREAKING: White man who hasn't gotten over the Civil War demands Jews "get over the Holocaust."https://t.co/NgoqxwkpvR— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) May 9, 2019
Here’s video I found of Don Jr talking about the Russian hotels and golf courses he’s looked at. Says he was in Russia “looking at a potential golf development and high end hotel assets.” Then says “any of those things would be possibilities.”
Here’s video I found of Don Jr talking about the Russian hotels and golf courses he’s looked at. Says he was in Russia “looking at a potential golf development and high end hotel assets.” Then says “any of those things would be possibilities.” #PutinsGOP pic.twitter.com/Qb8zUUcI38— Scott Dworkin (@funder) May 9, 2019
Make no mistake. If Trump is still president for long enough to appoint even just one more justice to the Supreme Court, laws like this might stand. Impeach, before it gets truly medieval in this country.
Make no mistake. If Trump is still president for long enough to appoint even just one more justice to the Supreme Court, laws like this might stand. Impeach, before it gets truly medieval in this country. https://t.co/otIMRLwfDI— Michael Marshall Smith (@ememess) May 9, 2019
Beating Lindsey will take mobilizing voters in SC (particularly those who have lost faith in politics) and leveraging national resources to compete and win. I CAN DO THIS and #SendLindseyHome
Beating Lindsey will take mobilizing voters in SC (particularly those who have lost faith in politics) and leveraging national resources to compete and win. I CAN DO THIS and #SendLindseyHome https://t.co/NrogDupW56— Jaime Harrison (@harrisonjaime) May 9, 2019
We need your help! #JoinJaime
Forbes republishes 1990 investigation of Trump's wealth
Forbes republishes 1990 investigation of Trump's wealth | TheHill https://t.co/NRHuuYMV7k— Snake Plissken (@nixologist_92) May 9, 2019
Child sex-trafficking victims face decades behind bars for killing their abusers. That could end soon.
Child sex-trafficking victims face decades behind bars for killing their abusers. That could end soon. https://t.co/22X9QC2vxl— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) May 9, 2019
Texas Republican says vaccines are "sorcery," claims "parental rights" are more important
Texas Republican says vaccines are "sorcery," claims "parental rights" are more important https://t.co/XYc0tcXiux— Newsweek (@Newsweek) May 9, 2019
The kids in Colorado took the guns from their parents: https://t.co/x9kVG5Z32l How about the @NRA stop opposing laws that require gun owners to store their guns responsibly? Most states don’t have safe storage laws; for those that do, it’s a misdemeanor punished by a $400 fine.
The kids in Colorado took the guns from their parents: https://t.co/x9kVG5Z32l— Shannon Watts (@shannonrwatts) May 8, 2019
How about the @NRA stop opposing laws that require gun owners to store their guns responsibly? Most states don’t have safe storage laws; for those that do, it’s a misdemeanor punished by a $400 fine. https://t.co/rhc5z5IKmn
The bill "would also ban effective methods of birth control" and require re-implantation of ectopic pregnancies into the uterus, a medical procedure that doesn't exist.
The bill "would also ban effective methods of birth control" and require re-implantation of ectopic pregnancies into the uterus, a medical procedure that doesn't exist.— Innovation Ohio (@innovationohio) May 8, 2019
https://t.co/ptX8vMBOwM #OHLeg #StopTheBans
Why is @SenRickScott smiling if you’re discussing the terrible abuses by Maduro?
Why is @SenRickScott smiling if you’re discussing the terrible abuses by Maduro? https://t.co/ZGhfpPAZrh— Pete Souza (@PeteSouza) May 9, 2019
‘Art of the Deal’ writer wants publisher to ‘recategorize it as fiction’ — or take the book out of print
‘Art of the Deal’ writer wants publisher to ‘recategorize it as fiction’ — or take the book out of printhttps://t.co/cnbKVNPSsI— Raw Story (@RawStory) May 8, 2019
“A federal court also has ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to ban chlorpyrifos, but the Trump administration has appealed the ruling.”
“A federal court also has ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to ban chlorpyrifos, but the Trump administration has appealed the ruling.” https://t.co/XJ4xQE8Q8h— blmohr (@blmohr) May 9, 2019
Georgia's new abortion law is the Fugitive Slave Act, but for women. There's no other way to describe it
Georgia's new abortion law is the Fugitive Slave Act, but for women.— Matthew Chapman (@fawfulfan) May 8, 2019
There's no other way to describe it. https://t.co/SEe0YRUSUC
Top ten businesses headquartered in Georgia. NOT ONE DIME should go to this war on women.
Top ten businesses headquartered in Georgia. NOT ONE DIME should go to this war on women.— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
The Home Depot
UPS
Randstad USA
The Coca-Cola Company
Hansen Beverage
Delta
Cox Enterprises
Georgia-Pacific
Genuine Parts
WestRock
We should expect nothing less than this from a man who lies for a living. But this lie is especially egregious because it threatens the very existence of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe that welcomed the Pilgrims to these shores. This is dangerous (once again) & racist (once again).
We should expect nothing less than this from a man who lies for a living. But this lie is especially egregious because it threatens the very existence of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe that welcomed the Pilgrims to these shores. This is dangerous (once again) & racist (once again). https://t.co/kFn3w64vuV— Rep. Joe Kennedy III (@RepJoeKennedy) 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 9, 2019
Chairman Schiff: The Intelligence Committee may subpoena Don Jr.
Chairman Schiff: The Intelligence Committee may subpoena Don Jr. https://t.co/2N6rEWanom via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
GOP’s impeachment double standard
GOP’s impeachment double standard https://t.co/TZobq63m5C via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
Georgia Just Criminalized Abortion. Women Who Terminate Their Pregnancies Would Receive Life in Prison.
Georgia Just Criminalized Abortion. Women Who Terminate Their Pregnancies Would Receive Life in Prison. https://t.co/uCZs9u7PiB— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) May 9, 2019
The bill "would also ban effective methods of birth control" and require re-implantation of ectopic pregnancies into the uterus, a medical procedure that doesn't exist.
The bill "would also ban effective methods of birth control" and require re-implantation of ectopic pregnancies into the uterus, a medical procedure that doesn't exist.— Innovation Ohio (@innovationohio) May 8, 2019
https://t.co/ptX8vMBOwM #OHLeg #StopTheBans
Something that I don't think most people really get is that we've never really seen abortion laws this draconian in the history of the United States, even pre-"Roe v. Wade."
Something that I don't think most people really get is that we've never really seen abortion laws this draconian in the history of the United States, even pre-"Roe v. Wade." https://t.co/oIzaYzKxZT— David Walsh (@DavidAstinWalsh) May 8, 2019
Mystery delays at US Supreme Court,
Mystery delays at US Supreme Court, @GregStohr reports.— Jennifer Jacobs (@JenniferJJacobs) May 9, 2019
As election approaches, court has put off taking action in cases involving abortion, same-sex wedding cakes, transgender bathrooms, Trump’s bid to end deportation protection for young immigrants.https://t.co/00YP4IluLu
Not only can’t you get an abortion in Georgia (effectively) BUT if you leave the state to get an abortion in another state You can get 10 years in prison. So Georgia just revoked women’s rights to free movement? It’s unconstitutional
Hard to believe this is a law in the US.— ProfHelen (@Helenhs) May 9, 2019
Not only can’t you get an abortion in Georgia (effectively)
BUT if you leave the state to get an abortion in another state
You can get 10 years in prison.
So Georgia just revoked women’s rights to free movement?
It’s unconstitutional https://t.co/pYTEZwcQxR
Trump admin is blocking detained immigrants from free legal services, lawyers say
Trump admin is blocking detained immigrants from free legal services, lawyers say https://t.co/KPWx3bH2L6— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 9, 2019
Kelly says 'right' Democrat may challenge Trump -- but he'll still win
Kelly says 'right' Democrat may challenge Trump -- but he'll still win https://t.co/VNvmwj5QZE— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) May 9, 2019
Trump said to be railing at John Bolton over Venezuela, accusing him of trying to pull him “into a war”
Trump said to be railing at John Bolton over Venezuela, accusing him of trying to pull him “into a war” https://t.co/K9SUeV7mSQ— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 9, 2019
We had to sit through Louis Gohmert, Gym Jordan & Matt Gaetz but when reps Eric Swalwell and Ted Lieu are up they cut away? Check out Rep Swalwell’s epic GOP take down below.
We had to sit through Louis Gohmert, Gym Jordan & Matt Gaetz but when reps Eric Swalwell and Ted Lieu are up they cut away?— Mo Latno Bill Phelan (@MoBill) May 8, 2019
Check out Rep Swalwell’s epic GOP take down below. pic.twitter.com/qJ6Pp0sIyN
The timing: U.S.’s envoy to North Korea, Stephen Biegun, was in Seoul to meet with South Korean officials,
North Korea fired two short-range missiles today.— Jennifer Jacobs (@JenniferJJacobs) May 9, 2019
The timing: U.S.’s envoy to North Korea, Stephen Biegun, was in Seoul to meet with South Korean officials, @YKreports notes. https://t.co/tqcEwqvw0C
As Jim Jordan complains about this contempt hearing, it reminds me, whatever happened with all this? Remember how former Ohio State wrestlers accused him of turning a blind eye to sexual abuse?
As Jim Jordan complains about this contempt hearing, it reminds me, whatever happened with all this? Remember how former Ohio State wrestlers accused him of turning a blind eye to sexual abuse? https://t.co/7D8sl2oIOF— Jennifer Bendery (@jbendery) May 8, 2019
"FAKE NEWS VICTIMS' MEET WITH TWITTER AND FACEBOOK
Exclusive: An activist, journalist, father and a student: Four people who have seen firsthand how dangerous the spread of fake news and disinformation online can be met with Twitter and Facebook this week to talk about the ugliness of their experiences. https://t.co/aulbxR52Ky— WIRED (@WIRED) May 8, 2019
NEW: Former National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster: Some Trump Advisers Are a ‘Danger to the Constitution’
NEW: Former National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster: Some Trump Advisers Are a ‘Danger to the Constitution’ https://t.co/tq5JEa1bzp— Tracie (@traciemac_Bmore) May 8, 2019
Facebook cofounder Chris Hughes: "We are a nation with a tradition of reining in monopolies, no matter how well intentioned the leaders of these companies may be. Mark’s power is unprecedented and un-American. "It is time to break up Facebook."
Facebook cofounder Chris Hughes:— Justin Hendrix (@justinhendrix) May 9, 2019
"We are a nation with a tradition of reining in monopolies, no matter how well intentioned the leaders of these companies may be. Mark’s power is unprecedented and un-American.
"It is time to break up Facebook."https://t.co/f73SyGDBiD
BREAKING: Pope Francis issues a new law requiring all Catholic priests and nuns around the world to report clergy sexual abuse and cover-ups by their superiors to church authorities.
BREAKING: Pope Francis issues a new law requiring all Catholic priests and nuns around the world to report clergy sexual abuse and cover-ups by their superiors to church authorities. https://t.co/iWSp1akuAM— The Associated Press (@AP) May 9, 2019
"There's my Native American!"
"There's my Native American!"https://t.co/5R3BY0bGgp— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) May 8, 2019
On Fox, Ken Starr complains that Mueller report has "too much detail" and is "special counsel overkill"
<spits out coffee>— Bradley P. Moss (@BradMossEsq) May 8, 2019
When I was a teenager, I learned more about President Clinton's sex life than I ever needed to know thanks to Mr. Starr. https://t.co/QcgvPGvK6X
NEW: A lawyer for Giancarlo Granda, the Miami Beach "pool attendant" who received $1.8 million from Jerry Falwell Jr., denied that Granda had anything to do with any "personal photos" of Falwell. He also wants the media to stop calling him "pool boy."
NEW: A lawyer for Giancarlo Granda, the Miami Beach "pool attendant" who received $1.8 million from Jerry Falwell Jr., denied that Granda had anything to do with any "personal photos" of Falwell. He also wants the media to stop calling him "pool boy." https://t.co/DaGAHxzUo5— Jerry Iannelli (@jerryiannelli) May 8, 2019
In the past three years, more kids have been killed in school shootings in our country than American military troops have been killed in combat over the same time period.
In the past three years, more kids have been killed in school shootings in our country than American military troops have been killed in combat over the same time period. https://t.co/DCYieqApub— Amy McGrath (@AmyMcGrathKY) May 9, 2019
Is this what it looks like when you have nothing to hide? — Nancy Pelosi
Is this what it looks like when you have nothing to hide? #FreeMueller https://t.co/8B3SZYsNFl— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) May 8, 2019
At rally in Panama City Trump jokes about staying in office “10 or 14” years. But he’s only joking, he says.
At rally in Panama City Trump jokes about staying in office “10 or 14” years. But he’s only joking, he says.— Jim Acosta (@Acosta) May 9, 2019
Steven Mnuchin is getting pretty close to being impeachment-worthy because he’s not turning over the president’s tax returns despite a law that says he has to...
Steven Mnuchin is getting pretty close to being impeachment-worthy because he’s not turning over the president’s tax returns despite a law that says he has to...https://t.co/sstZY09EsY— Eric Swalwell (@ericswalwell) May 8, 2019
Some more details: -Committee now at a standoff with Trump Jr -Trump Jr. considering pleading fifth or not appearing at all -Discussions for Trump Jr’s testimony began several weeks ago before Mueller report was released -Trump Jr’s position hardened after the report was released
Some more details:— Manu Raju (@mkraju) May 8, 2019
-Committee now at a standoff with Trump Jr
-Trump Jr. considering pleading fifth or not appearing at all
-Discussions for Trump Jr’s testimony began several weeks ago before Mueller report was released
-Trump Jr’s position hardened after the report was released https://t.co/0Spg2H200z
I got a comment from @DuluthTradingCo explaining why they sponsor Fox News "Our advertisements are broadcast on a variety of channels to reach as many hard-working folks as we can. No matter what channel or show they’re on, our advertisements are not an endorsement." Thoughts?
I got a comment from @DuluthTradingCo explaining why they sponsor Fox News— Secret Agent Number Six (@DesignationSix) May 8, 2019
"Our advertisements are broadcast on a variety of channels to reach as many hard-working folks as we can. No matter what channel or show they’re on, our advertisements are not an endorsement."
Thoughts?
The legislative purpose of the law under which the Ways & Means Committee is requesting Trump's tax returns was passed in the wake of the Teapot Dome scandal -- the entire purpose of the law is to have oversight over potential financial conflicts of public officials.
The legislative purpose of the law under which the Ways & Means Committee is requesting Trump's tax returns was passed in the wake of the Teapot Dome scandal -- the entire purpose of the law is to have oversight over potential financial conflicts of public officials. https://t.co/2OZK4LLVku— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) May 6, 2019
Well here's something you have to give Trump credit for. He said he would run the government the way he ran his business, and based on the new tax returns, it seems that he is keeping his word:
Well here's something you have to give Trump credit for. He said he would run the government the way he ran his business, and based on the new tax returns, it seems that he is keeping his word:https://t.co/rub0u3Y9oM— Ronald Klain (@RonaldKlain) May 8, 2019
Citizens that crave authoritarianism are like doctors that do cocaine. They both underestimate its negative effects and think they're smarter than every other addict. If we don't stop Trump now, we'll never get the authoritarian monkey off our back.
Citizens that crave authoritarianism are like doctors that do cocaine. They both underestimate its negative effects and think they're smarter than every other addict.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) May 8, 2019
If we don't stop Trump now, we'll never get the authoritarian monkey off our back.
Here are some @FoxNews sponsors. Do not shop them.
Here are some @FoxNews sponsors. They are tagged so they will be notified for each LIKE/RETWEET/COMMENT@McDonalds@Arbys@Applebees@Disney@rubytuesday@OfficeMax@officedepot@redlobster@UniversalPics@Starbucks@goldencorral@IHOP@OmahaSteaks@MyPillowUSA@LibertyMutual— Secret Agent Number Six (@DesignationSix) May 8, 2019
House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler says "we have no choice" but to move forward with the vote to hold Bill Barr in contempt of Congress. Trump "wants to make himself a king and Congress cannot permit that," Nadler says.
House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler says "we have no choice" but to move forward with the vote to hold Bill Barr in contempt of Congress.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Trump "wants to make himself a king and Congress cannot permit that," Nadler says. pic.twitter.com/vk1ei7TS5F
The White House would rather have a fight over contempt than betrayal
The White House would rather have a fight over contempt than betrayal. From @DavidCornDC: https://t.co/GUD2PDOv12— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) May 8, 2019
The list is now at more than 800: 800+ former federal prosecutors have signed onto a statement asserting that if the DOJ's Office of Legal Counsel did not prohibit a sitting president from being indicted, Trump would be charged with obstruction of justice.
The list is now at more than 800: 800+ former federal prosecutors have signed onto a statement asserting that if the DOJ's Office of Legal Counsel did not prohibit a sitting president from being indicted, Trump would be charged with obstruction of justice. https://t.co/YuBFCc9UTu— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 9, 2019
Fun fact: Jim went to law school but never passed the bar. *shocks no one*
— The Jordan Watch (@TheJordanWatch) May 8, 2019
Former national security adviser H.R. McMaster has accused some unnamed White House advisers of being “a danger to the Constitution” by trying to manipulate Trump to achieve their own ulterior motives
Former national security adviser H.R. McMaster has accused some unnamed White House advisers of being “a danger to the Constitution” by trying to manipulate Trump to achieve their own ulterior motives https://t.co/uVEES0EeC6— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 8, 2019
This is legislating malpractice and experimentation on women
This is legislating malpractice and experimentation on women https://t.co/FSJwWpgqO9— Jennifer Gunter (@DrJenGunter) May 8, 2019
Beto O’Rourke got the cover of Vanity Fair. Pete Buttigieg got the covers of New York magazine and Time. You’d never know that Kamala Harris leads them in the polls, or that she out-raised Buttigieg, or that her CNN town hall had higher viewership
Beto O’Rourke got the cover of Vanity Fair. Pete Buttigieg got the covers of New York magazine and Time. You’d never know that Kamala Harris leads them in the polls, or that she out-raised Buttigieg, or that her CNN town hall had higher viewership.https://t.co/abqAkSDz36— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) May 8, 2019
He founded "Students for Trump." Now he could face jail time for impersonating a lawyer
He founded "Students for Trump." Now he could face jail time for impersonating a lawyerhttps://t.co/1FiPloK4U7— POLITICO (@politico) May 9, 2019
“I think an attorney general who is held in contempt of Congress should resign,” Rubio said of Holder
“I think an attorney general who is held in contempt of Congress should resign,” Rubio said of Holder https://t.co/qvyTOsfBMj— Manu Raju (@mkraju) May 8, 2019
Everyone having a good laugh about shooting refugees
Everyone having a good laugh about shooting refugees pic.twitter.com/G0S7Qsbqao— Timothy Burke (@bubbaprog) May 9, 2019
"What is it about sharing wives that might appeal to @realDonaldTrump loyalists? Or perhaps we should ask what is it about President Trump’s modus operandi that might appeal to those who relish being cheated on?" Cockburn's latest...
Finally. I’ve been tweeting about Bolton the swinger for years. https://t.co/f0YyIJqhzW— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) May 8, 2019
The Kremlin has denied that "Russian state bodies" were involved
The Kremlin has denied that "Russian state bodies" were involved. https://t.co/ai3ewhVKjM— Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (@RFERL) May 9, 2019
Michael Cohen fixed Jerry Falwell Jr.'s problem. Then the evangelical leader went to bat for Trump.
Michael Cohen fixed Jerry Falwell Jr.'s problem. Then the evangelical leader went to bat for Trump. https://t.co/it4BeGidbB— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) May 9, 2019
This is how the Czech Republic welcomed the Night Wolves, which is a Russian governmental criminal gang.
This is how the Czech Republic welcomed the Night Wolves, which is a Russian governmental criminal gang. pic.twitter.com/uGdxNwtZWc— Jakub Janda (@_JakubJanda) May 9, 2019
‘Mass purge’: Sarah Sanders implements new standard that disqualifies ‘almost the entire White House press corps’
‘Mass purge’: Sarah Sanders implements new standard that disqualifies ‘almost the entire White House press corps’https://t.co/xyfHYV0G2J— Raw Story (@RawStory) May 9, 2019
Rep. Doug Collins: "Mr. Chairman, I implore you to see reason. I ask that you recognize the craven and insincere politics that seemed to be yielding no dividends for the American people."
Rep. Doug Collins: "Mr. Chairman, I implore you to see reason. I ask that you recognize the craven and insincere politics that seemed to be yielding no dividends for the American people." https://t.co/BY0v5ikRr5 pic.twitter.com/azGYRP1966— The Hill (@thehill) May 9, 2019
Remember that time Pearl Harbor was bombed and FDR called the Emperor of Japan? Or the time the Twin Towers were struck and Bush ringed Osama Bin Laden? No? I don’t either. So why’d @realDonaldTrump call Putin after the Mueller Report was released?
Remember that time Pearl Harbor was bombed and FDR called the Emperor of Japan? Or the time the Twin Towers were struck and Bush ringed Osama Bin Laden? No? I don’t either. So why’d @realDonaldTrump call Putin after the Mueller Report was released? #CommanderInCheat— Eric Swalwell (@ericswalwell) May 8, 2019
Maybe the most important thing to understand when it comes to public opinion and the Mueller probe. It's Fox News viewers vs. everyone else
Alternative headline: Propaganda works. https://t.co/oLl5Y6TShU— Operation Wolverines (@OpWolverines) May 8, 2019
"54 of the nuclear plants operating in the U.S. weren’t designed to handle the flood risk they face."
"54 of the nuclear plants operating in the U.S. weren’t designed to handle the flood risk they face." https://t.co/WJQj3Eg979— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) May 9, 2019
Hey, Ohio...have you met the woman who is going to dethrone Jim "GYM" Jordan?
Hey, Ohio...have you met the woman who is going to dethrone Jim "GYM" Jordan? https://t.co/bmMmafpRCW— Book Jockey (@AngelaLovesNY) May 8, 2019
I lost all that money because I was so successful and also the reports that I lost all that money are false.
I lost all that money because I was so successful and also the reports that I lost all that money are false. https://t.co/Gm2sJZR4gs— Matthew Miller (@matthewamiller) May 8, 2019
A new New York Times investigation further reveals Donald Trump to be a "reckless conman who burned money and relied on his father,"
A new New York Times investigation further reveals Donald Trump to be a "reckless conman who burned money and relied on his father," @JohnCassidy writes. https://t.co/d1C3CiKiRG— The New Yorker (@NewYorker) May 8, 2019
“To prove I’m not dumb at business I will admit to tax fraud”
“To prove I’m not dumb at business I will admit to tax fraud” pic.twitter.com/xxBilQpIrI— Jess Dweck (@TheDweck) May 8, 2019
If this video doesn’t stop you in your tracks... what will? Wow. “I had my hand around a metal baseball bat... if I was going to go down, I was going to go down fighting.” He’s 12.
If this video doesn’t stop you in your tracks... what will? Wow.— Lauren Peikoff (@laurenpeikoff) May 8, 2019
“I had my hand around a metal baseball bat... if I was going to go down, I was going to go down fighting.”
He’s 12.
pic.twitter.com/vsVLKuJEPi
North Korea has fired at least one unidentified projectile, Seoul says, a week after test-firing new weapons systems
North Korea has fired at least one unidentified projectile, Seoul says, a week after test-firing new weapons systems https://t.co/R4TtFF4iob— CNN (@CNN) May 9, 2019
BREAKING | North Korea fire unidentified projectile
BREAKING | North Korea fire unidentified projectile— InsideNK (@inside_nk) May 9, 2019
If Trump and Putin's phone call doesn't terrify you, consider this: The U.S. Congress hasn't even seen an unredacted Mueller Report yet, but Trump's already briefed the Russian president. No Collusion? You be the judge.
If Trump and Putin's phone call doesn't terrify you, consider this:— Translate Trump (@TranslateRealDT) May 3, 2019
The U.S. Congress hasn't even seen an unredacted Mueller Report yet, but Trump's already briefed the Russian president.
No Collusion? You be the judge.
Special counsel rules allow Mueller testimony after leaving DOJ
Special counsel rules allow Mueller testimony after leaving DOJ https://t.co/FsPNKPPbuc via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
Nadler wants Mueller, McGahn testimony 'during the month of May'
Nadler wants Mueller, McGahn testimony 'during the month of May' https://t.co/pmf82Re8Q9 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
Rep. Nadler: 'This is a lawless administration'
Rep. Nadler: 'This is a lawless administration' https://t.co/UoGNnu4jia via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
Democrats' Mueller questions show public need for more details
Democrats' Mueller questions show public need for more details https://t.co/Dk3mMG69QS via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
Trump versus the Mueller investigation: one fight on many fronts
Trump versus the Mueller investigation: one fight on many fronts https://t.co/vZHRo25N7B via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) May 9, 2019
Saudi Arabia is challenging Iran's dominance in Iraq.
Saudi Arabia is challenging Iran's dominance in Iraq. https://t.co/uXmF8ZTbhc— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) May 9, 2019
Only one 2020 Democrat fully grasps the threat that Trump poses. And only one of them has offered a suitably detailed and comprehensive response to *all* the challenges and perils of this particular moment.
Only one 2020 Democrat fully grasps the threat that Trump poses.— Greg Sargent (@ThePlumLineGS) May 8, 2019
And only one of them has offered a suitably detailed and comprehensive response to *all* the challenges and perils of this particular moment.
It's @ewarren.
My new piece:https://t.co/5eLXutFQUd
House Ways and Means Chairman Richard Neal has indicated that Democrats would go straight to federal court to try to force the Trump admin to give up Trump's tax returns, skipping a subpoena or a contempt vote.
House Ways and Means Chairman Richard Neal has indicated that Democrats would go straight to federal court to try to force the Trump admin to give up Trump's tax returns, skipping a subpoena or a contempt vote. https://t.co/efadOwKPvn— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 8, 2019
Trump's feud with Congress puts American democracy on the brink
Trump's feud with Congress puts American democracy on the brink | Analysis by @StCollinson https://t.co/kQsPjwltn5— CNN (@CNN) May 9, 2019
Let the Saudis murder and kidnap US residents. Cratered the two state solution in Israel. Helped bomb Yemen into famine. Abandoned Syria diplomatic process. And now goaded Iran into restarting nuclear weapons program. Trump’s Middle East record is a debacle, start to finish.
Let the Saudis murder and kidnap US residents. Cratered the two state solution in Israel. Helped bomb Yemen into famine. Abandoned Syria diplomatic process. And now goaded Iran into restarting nuclear weapons program.— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) May 9, 2019
Trump’s Middle East record is a debacle, start to finish.
If you voted for the Green Party, remember this when Kavanaugh and Gorsuch overturn Roe v. Wade.
If you voted for the Green Party, remember this when Kavanaugh and Gorsuch overturn Roe v. Wade. https://t.co/WUsJh4xof1— Alt. U.S. Press Sec. (@AltUSPressSec) May 8, 2019
This is what dictators do.
This is what dictators do. https://t.co/w6ZnSeC0sO— Sen. Patrick Leahy (@SenatorLeahy) May 8, 2019
Jacob Wohl’s “press conference” I. Shit. You. Not.
Hilarious!
— UnsilentMajority 🖤 (@The_UnSilent_) May 8, 2019
"...a mass purge of 'hard pass' holders after the White House implemented a new standard that designated as unqualified almost the entire White House press corps, including all six of The Post’s White House correspondents."
Wow. Just learning about it now. "...a mass purge of 'hard pass' holders after the White House implemented a new standard that designated as unqualified almost the entire White House press corps, including all six of The Post’s White House correspondents." https://t.co/8NGSYfs8Vj— Jay Rosen (@jayrosen_nyu) May 8, 2019
House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler speaks after voting to hold Barr in contempt: “He has taken a much greater step farther, in turning the entire Department of Justice into an instrument of Trump personally, rather than an instrument of justice”
House Judiciary Chairman Jerry Nadler speaks after voting to hold Barr in contempt: “He has taken a much greater step farther, in turning the entire Department of Justice into an instrument of Trump personally, rather than an instrument of justice” https://t.co/UzqbroMAYN pic.twitter.com/jJzk5NgWmT— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) May 8, 2019
If you hear a little voice in your head saying “I have to do something to save the country”, listen to it.
If you hear a little voice in your head saying “I have to do something to save the country”, listen to it.— Benjamin Franklin 🍑 (@benFranklin2018) May 8, 2019
The Senate just confirmed Trump's 38th Circuit Court judge
The Senate just confirmed Trump's 38th Circuit Court judge— Burgess Everett (@burgessev) May 8, 2019
The first sentence of this ought to be on every piece of Democratic campaign literature until trump is gone. This is what the Republican Party has become. Any working American who votes for him is a fool. He steals from your children.. for sport.
The first sentence of this ought to be on every piece of Democratic campaign literature until trump is gone. This is what the Republican Party has become. Any working American who votes for him is a fool. He steals from your children.. for sport. https://t.co/C8xUGmWl27— Howard Dean (@GovHowardDean) May 8, 2019
New: In a secretly recorded tape, Michael Cohen called RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel "one of the worst human beings" and says "Don't let that Mormon nonsense fool you."
New: In a secretly recorded tape, Michael Cohen called RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel "one of the worst human beings" and says "Don't let that Mormon nonsense fool you." https://t.co/udJzN68oek— Davis Richardson (@DavisOliverR) May 8, 2019
State senators in New York passed two bills aimed directly at President Trump -- one that could allow his state tax returns to be released to Congress and another to allow state prosecutors to charge people whom the President pardons with state crimes
State senators in New York passed two bills aimed directly at President Trump -- one that could allow his state tax returns to be released to Congress and another to allow state prosecutors to charge people whom the President pardons with state crimes https://t.co/dFMKFcKMdb— CNN (@CNN) May 8, 2019
Trump Jr testified he only talked to Kushner and Manafort about meeting with Russians But in Mueller report, special counsel wrote that Trump Jr. announced at a meeting of campaign aides and Trump family members "he had a lead on negative information about the Clinton Foundation"
Trump Jr testified he only talked to Kushner and Manafort about meeting with Russians— Manu Raju (@mkraju) May 8, 2019
But in Mueller report, special counsel wrote that Trump Jr. announced at a meeting of campaign aides and Trump family members "he had a lead on negative information about the Clinton Foundation" https://t.co/hRhdXgdano
IF YOU MISCARRY YOU CAN BE LIABLE FOR SECOND DEGREE MURDER.
IF YOU MISCARRY YOU CAN BE LIABLE FOR SECOND DEGREE MURDER.— “Celia” (@_celia_bedelia_) May 8, 2019
DO YOU FUCKING HEAR THAT? DO YOU? https://t.co/E4IvULB3AE
Eric Bolling who was fired from Fox News after sending unsolicited photos of his penis to women was a featured speaker at Melania’s “Be Best” event at the WH yesterday . A pervert who would bully his female coworkers in such a way is a bizarre spokesperson for Be Best
WTF NEWS:— Stone 🥶 (@stonecold2050) May 8, 2019
Eric Bolling who was fired from Fox News after sending unsolicited photos of his penis to women was a featured speaker at Melania’s “Be Best” event at the WH yesterday .
A pervert who would bully his female coworkers in such a way is a bizarre spokesperson for Be Best pic.twitter.com/4JAPdul7Qh
ICYM: Cyber Command opens up its Ops Center and talks strategy of how it’s learning about Russian cyber weapons and influence campaigns before they are used on America.
ICYM: Cyber Command opens up its Ops Center and talks strategy of how it’s learning about Russian cyber weapons and influence campaigns before they are used on America. https://t.co/dlWXpiYVi8— Julian E. Barnes (@julianbarnes) May 8, 2019
Trump pushes dangerous lies about Democrats and abortion
Trump pushes dangerous lies about Democrats and abortion pic.twitter.com/awRPb4Sgb4— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) May 9, 2019
#BREAKING ATF raiding home in the #HolmbyHills. Hundreds of weapons laid out
#BREAKING ATF raiding home in the #HolmbyHills. Hundreds of weapons laid out @ABC7 @RobertGluckman pic.twitter.com/IMADtNQDGT— christina heller (@CHellerTVNews) May 8, 2019
‘The president, aided and abetted by the attorney general, tears at the very fabric of our Constitution.’ — @RepRaskin listed all of Trump’s misdeeds and it is jaw-dropping
‘The president, aided and abetted by the attorney general, tears at the very fabric of our Constitution.’ — @RepRaskin listed all of Trump’s misdeeds and it is jaw-dropping pic.twitter.com/FwU2GXxIus— NowThis (@nowthisnews) May 8, 2019
Schiff: The case for impeachment hearings is getting stronger
Opinion | Schiff: The case for impeachment hearings is getting stronger https://t.co/DYZgOA5zKH— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) May 9, 2019
Schiff Introduces Constitutional Amendment to Overturn Citizens United
Schiff Introduces Constitutional Amendment to Overturn Citizens United https://t.co/o8BOT7Av3H pic.twitter.com/In8vLRmQf3— The Hill (@thehill) May 9, 2019
Hey @senatemajldr! Your performance today was a disgrace. So is your treasony deal with Deripaska. No worries - your day of reckoning will come. Meanwhile, enjoy your new billboard
Hey @senatemajldr! Your performance today was a disgrace. So is your treasony deal with Deripaska. No worries - your day of reckoning will come. Meanwhile, enjoy your new billboard. Fuk off also.https://t.co/aW6rlc9KSb pic.twitter.com/Yh3O9UpDv5— MadDogPAC (@maddogpac) May 8, 2019
Neal Katyal on the special counsel's "break glass in case of emergency" option: If an A.G. or a president were to try to squelch a special counsel from testifying, the special counsel could resign and then testify. (This appears to be Rep. Nadler's expectation.)
Neal Katyal on the special counsel's "break glass in case of emergency" option: If an A.G. or a president were to try to squelch a special counsel from testifying, the special counsel could resign and then testify. (This appears to be Rep. Nadler's expectation.) pic.twitter.com/RZxmxqb1hz— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) May 9, 2019
After almost eliminating press conferences, the Trump administration’s campaign against journalists covering the White House has reached a new peak. On Wednesday, the administration revoked the hard passes of almost the entire White House press corps.
After almost eliminating press conferences, the Trump administration’s campaign against journalists covering the White House has reached a new peak. On Wednesday, the administration revoked the hard passes of almost the entire White House press corps. https://t.co/abhn22UBWT— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) May 9, 2019
**Big development** Trump is now questioning his administration’s hardline policy in Venezuela. He feels backed in a corner, is frustrated w/ Bolton, thinks Maduro is a “tough cookie.”
**Big development** Trump is now questioning his administration’s hardline policy in Venezuela. He feels backed in a corner, is frustrated w/ Bolton, thinks Maduro is a “tough cookie.” Story by @agearan @jdawsey1, me & @seungminkim https://t.co/LEPVwxgn74— John Hudson (@John_Hudson) May 9, 2019
#BREAKING: The New York State Senate just passed my bill to provide state tax information to requesting Congressional committees. We are facing a constitutional showdown. New York, as the home of the President’s state taxes, has a special responsibility to step into the breach.
#BREAKING: The New York State Senate just passed my bill to provide state tax information to requesting Congressional committees.— Senator Brad Hoylman (@bradhoylman) May 8, 2019
We are facing a constitutional showdown. New York, as the home of the President’s state taxes, has a special responsibility to step into the breach.
This isn’t funny. It is terrible. Praising a $1bn loss as a case for achievement!
This isn’t funny. It is terrible.— Stephanie Ruhle (@SRuhle) May 8, 2019
Praising a $1bn loss as a case for achievement!
- he inherited the $
- lost WAY more than $1bn
- filed 6 bankruptcies
- failed to repay $3bn in loans
- failed to pay countless contractors
She’s right.
It is BEYOND
Beyond comprehension https://t.co/L9jlALPjBW
You're seeing these fights that all look separate, but they are all the same fight. This is one big fight. This is Trump versus the Mueller investigation.
You're seeing these fights that all look separate, but they are all the same fight. This is one big fight. This is Trump versus the Mueller investigation. pic.twitter.com/geRlyOpoIo— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) May 9, 2019
Our Brave School Children
I don't normally post non-freeway signs, but this one seemed exceptional.#FuckTheNRA #Gunsense #schoolshooting pic.twitter.com/Uv8ZBz7Xv2— Patrick Randall (@PatrickRandall) May 9, 2019
This week @EWarren is on the cover of @TIME. Here's the first look
— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) May 9, 2019
From Georgia to California, at elementary, middle and high schools and on college and university campuses. We're 19 weeks into 2019, there have already been 15 school shootings in the US in which someone was hurt or killed.
From Georgia to California, at elementary, middle and high schools and on college and university campuses. We're 19 weeks into 2019, there have already been 15 school shootings in the US in which someone was hurt or killed. https://t.co/tJSwYYnKBi— CNN (@CNN) May 9, 2019
‘Mass purge’: Sarah Sanders implements new standard that disqualifies ‘almost the entire White House press corps’. Fascism is here in full biased splendor...
‘Mass purge’: Sarah Sanders implements new standard that disqualifies ‘almost the entire White House press corps’. Fascism is here in full biased splendor... https://t.co/nwcM7dPNaZ— Stone 🥶 (@stonecold2050) May 9, 2019
Six-week abortion bans are effectively total bans on abortion, as many women don't know they are pregnant at six weeks. I stand with everyone in Georgia and around the country fighting these illegal measures that threaten women’s lives and freedoms.
Six-week abortion bans are effectively total bans on abortion, as many women don't know they are pregnant at six weeks.— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) May 8, 2019
I stand with everyone in Georgia and around the country fighting these illegal measures that threaten women’s lives and freedoms. https://t.co/Oe213jJDHp
Some Ex-Trump Staffers Are Struggling To Make Ends Meet And Can’t Find Jobs
Karma, baby.— Ale (@aliasvaughn) May 9, 2019
Some Ex-Trump Staffers Are Struggling To Make Ends Meet And Can’t Find Jobs
via @highbrow_nobrowhttps://t.co/MYcAiwspoZ
Trump asks Florida rally crowd: "How do you stop these people" from crossing the border? "Shoot them!" a rally attendee shouts out. Trump: "That's only in the panhandle you can get away with that stuff. Only in the panhandle."
Trump asks Florida rally crowd: "How do you stop these people" from crossing the border?— Will Steakin (@wsteaks) May 9, 2019
"Shoot them!" a rally attendee shouts out.
Trump: "That's only in the panhandle you can get away with that stuff. Only in the panhandle."
"Congress must investigate fully now that we know Trump was faking his wealth and may have been vulnerable to foreign espionage and fraudulent money-generating schemes"
"Congress must investigate fully now that we know Trump was faking his wealth and may have been vulnerable to foreign espionage and fraudulent money-generating schemes" https://t.co/slZMnZ8y2L— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) May 9, 2019
Why is it only the president's son who's being called back in to readdress the matter when everyone else who got nailed for lying to Congress just got nailed in court? Why are they bringing Junior back?
Why is it only the president's son who's being called back in to readdress the matter when everyone else who got nailed for lying to Congress just got nailed in court? Why are they bringing Junior back? pic.twitter.com/icoEvFKuND— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) May 9, 2019
To lose $1 billion over 10 years... - Trump lost $11,416 per hour - Trump lost $274,000 every single day - Trump lost $8.3 million every month - Trump lost $100 million every year For a decade.
#Math— Jesse Ferguson (@JesseFFerguson) May 8, 2019
To lose $1 billion over 10 years...
- Trump lost $11,416 per hour
- Trump lost $274,000 every single day
- Trump lost $8.3 million every month
- Trump lost $100 million every year
For a decade.
Feds now investigating 850 possible domestic terrorists across United States, the head of the FBI's counterterrorism division told Congress today. Many of the possible terrorists are white supremacists
Feds now investigating 850 possible domestic terrorists across United States, the head of the FBI's counterterrorism division told Congress today. Many of the possible terrorists are white supremacists.https://t.co/uR4x1SKAce— Luke O'Brien (@lukeobrien) May 8, 2019
Former Red Sox star David Ortiz says he backs Manager Alex Cora and other players who are boycotting the team's White House visit. "You don't want to go and shake hands with a guy who is treating immigrants like [expletive] because I'm an immigrant."
Former Red Sox star David Ortiz says he backs Manager Alex Cora and other players who are boycotting the team's White House visit.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) May 9, 2019
"You don't want to go and shake hands with a guy who is treating immigrants like [expletive] because I'm an immigrant."https://t.co/kxJCY54wo6
Watch this! Rep Eric Swalwell
Bravo! @ericswalwell brings the heat! pic.twitter.com/chXHzbyImJ— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) May 9, 2019
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