"Now we know, if these reports bear out, the President was directly and repeatedly leaning on the Ukrainian President to ... make trouble for his political opponent."@andersoncooper on Trump pressuring Ukraine's president to investigate Joe Biden's son. https://t.co/WomC324WMI pic.twitter.com/hqe5hC8QOk— CNN (@CNN) September 21, 2019
Friday, September 20, 2019
"Now we know, if these reports bear out, the President was directly and repeatedly leaning on the Ukrainian President to ... make trouble for his political opponent."@andersoncooper on Trump pressuring Ukraine's president to investigate Joe Biden's son.
Judge orders Trump to testify in 2015 lawsuit alleging his security guards roughed up protesters
Judge orders Trump to testify in 2015 lawsuit alleging his security guards roughed up protesters, via @PostRoz and @ColbyItkowitz https://t.co/bra16UzUz4— Juliet Eilperin (@eilperin) September 21, 2019
Any effort by Trump to pressure a foreign government to dig up dirt on his political opponent, while holding up vital military aid to that country, is both corrupt and a grave threat to American interests. No explicit quid pro quo is necessary to betray your country.
Any effort by Trump to pressure a foreign government to dig up dirt on his political opponent, while holding up vital military aid to that country, is both corrupt and a grave threat to American interests.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) September 20, 2019
No explicit quid pro quo is necessary to betray your country. https://t.co/SoJFFOLV1g
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs said the U.S. will deploy a "moderate" amount of troops to Saudi. Internally, several officials were advocating for a limited strike and options were considered. But today, Trump indicated he did not want to do that.
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs said the U.S. will deploy a "moderate" amount of troops to Saudi. Internally, several officials were advocating for a limited strike and options were considered. But today, Trump indicated he did not want to do that.— Josh Rogin (@joshrogin) September 20, 2019
John Bolton's office has declined to comment on the whistleblower and would not provide The Post with any guidance on whether he plans to make public remarks on the matter.
John Bolton's office has declined to comment on the whistleblower and would not provide The Post with any guidance on whether he plans to make public remarks on the matter.— Robert Costa (@costareports) September 20, 2019
BREAKING: Twenty-three states sue to stop Trump administration from revoking California's authority to set auto emission standards.
BREAKING: Twenty-three states sue to stop Trump administration from revoking California's authority to set auto emission standards.— The Associated Press (@AP) September 20, 2019
False. The whistleblower would not have aurhorization to share classified information. If he did, he’d lose his clearance and be charged with a crime. Not shocked that @GOPLeader is spreading misinformation. It’s what he does.
False. The whistleblower would not have aurhorization to share classified information. If he did, he’d lose his clearance and be charged with a crime. Not shocked that @GOPLeader is spreading misinformation. It’s what he does. https://t.co/bJjRxKT0Yp— Rep. Eric Swalwell (@RepSwalwell) September 20, 2019
You've got to see these inspiring photos to understand the scale of today's global climate strikes
You've got to see these inspiring photos to understand the scale of today's global climate strikes https://t.co/9W0FTdzVmR— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) September 20, 2019
Trump says it was “totally appropriate” and “beautiful,” no reason not to release.
Trump says it was “totally appropriate” and “beautiful,” no reason not to release.https://t.co/ai4MnbYrl3— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) September 21, 2019
"On Friday, Giuliani was seen by Reuters reporters at the Trump International Hotel, a few blocks away from the White House, sitting next to Lev Parnas, a Ukrainian businessman with whom Giuliani has recently been working. Giuliani declined comment."
"On Friday, Giuliani was seen by Reuters reporters at the Trump International Hotel, a few blocks away from the White House, sitting next to Lev Parnas, a Ukrainian businessman with whom Giuliani has recently been working. Giuliani declined comment." https://t.co/zgbYmBkXam— Aram Roston (@AramRoston) September 20, 2019
"The call is part of a broader set of facts included in the whistleblower complaint"
"The call is part of a broader set of facts included in the whistleblower complaint" https://t.co/ZPYMGS5Mvq— Justin Miller (@justinjm1) September 20, 2019
Mitch McConnell needs to do more to secure our elections from foreign interference—the Department of Homeland Security agrees. We shouldn’t have to shame our senator into protecting our democracy.
Mitch McConnell needs to do more to secure our elections from foreign interference—the Department of Homeland Security agrees. We shouldn’t have to shame our senator into protecting our democracy. https://t.co/rzv7qOi93m— Amy McGrath (@AmyMcGrathKY) September 20, 2019
NYT now confirms: Trump repeatedly pressed his Ukrainian counterpart to talk with Rudy Giuliani, who had been urging the government in Kiev for months to investigate Joe Biden and his family, according to people briefed on the leaders' call
NYT now confirms: Trump repeatedly pressed his Ukrainian counterpart to talk with Rudy Giuliani, who had been urging the government in Kiev for months to investigate Joe Biden and his family, according to people briefed on the leaders' call.https://t.co/aMLG8NI3Ze— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
Trump publicly confirms another crime. The reports are true. He threatened to withhold 250 million in taxpayer funds from Ukraine unless they launched a phony investigation of Trump's chief political opponent, Joe Biden. Trump must be impeached immediately, if not sooner.
Trump publicly confirms another crime. The reports are true. He threatened to withhold 250 million in taxpayer funds from Ukraine unless they launched a phony investigation of Trump's chief political opponent, Joe Biden.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) September 20, 2019
Trump must be impeached immediately, if not sooner. https://t.co/to8vd3Oy0K
Newly located flight data shows that Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet landed in Riyadh, the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia, on the eve of the 2016 election.
Newly located flight data shows that Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet landed in Riyadh, the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia, on the eve of the 2016 election. https://t.co/z2ovY9UiDe— Vicky Ward (@VickyPJWard) September 20, 2019
Joe Biden, leaving an event just now in Cedar Rapids, was asked by reporters about the Ukraine reports. “No comment,” he said while adding the country “needs the president to start being president.”
Joe Biden, leaving an event just now in Cedar Rapids, was asked by reporters about the Ukraine reports. “No comment,” he said while adding the country “needs the president to start being president.”— Henry J. Gomez (@HenryJGomez) September 20, 2019
HAPPENING NOW: Live coverage after suspect crashes car into mall in Chicago suburbs
HAPPENING NOW: Live coverage after suspect crashes car into mall in Chicago suburbs. https://t.co/g1chWvFVXS— ABC News (@ABC) September 20, 2019
“It has to be said the current explosive situation is Trump’s own towering fuck-up.”
“It has to be said the current explosive situation is Trump’s own towering fuck-up.” https://t.co/iE9i7nhL7p— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 20, 2019
Hillary Clinton: 'The president asked a foreign power to help him win an election. Again.'
Hillary Clinton: 'The president asked a foreign power to help him win an election. Again.' https://t.co/kdH5n8X6Ai— Beverly A Howard🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊 (@BEVHOWARD40) September 20, 2019
Amid discussion of #GunControlNow on Capitol Hill, President Trump is reassuring high-dollar donors concerned about #2A and #GunRights that they “voted for the right president.”
Amid discussion of #GunControlNow on Capitol Hill, President Trump is reassuring high-dollar donors concerned about #2A and #GunRights that they “voted for the right president.” https://t.co/fyCShuaQQ6— OpenSecrets.org (@OpenSecretsDC) September 20, 2019
104 arrested in massive central Ohio trafficking, online child sex sting | WBNS-10TV Columbus, Ohio.
🔥🔥 104 arrested in massive central Ohio trafficking, online child sex sting | WBNS-10TV Columbus, Ohio. https://t.co/tn7Gkjjhjh— D.K.R. Boyd (@ReflectingMan) September 20, 2019
This seems to be unraveling quite fast. Rs will need to decide if collusion PLUS extortion is impeachable
This seems to be unraveling quite fast. Rs will need to decide if collusion PLUS extortion is impeachable. https://t.co/J0X9Q60BTV— Jennifer Rubin (@JRubinBlogger) September 20, 2019
Hey @SecPompeo, you treasonweasel. Got something to say about facilitating foreign attacks on the 2020 election, or are you just Biden your time?
Hey @SecPompeo, you treasonweasel. Got something to say about facilitating foreign attacks on the 2020 election, or are you just Biden your time? https://t.co/3XRKCadSBl— Louise Mensch (@LouiseMensch) September 20, 2019
Matching WSJ story... Trump pressed Ukrainian leader to investigate Biden’s son, according to people familiar with the matter
Matching WSJ story... Trump pressed Ukrainian leader to investigate Biden’s son, according to people familiar with the matter https://t.co/rptfXhcqih— Matt Zapotosky (@mattzap) September 20, 2019
One challenge will define the future for today’s young generation more dramatically than any other: Climate change. The millions of young people worldwide who’ve organized and joined today’s #ClimateStrike demand action to protect our planet, and they deserve it.
One challenge will define the future for today’s young generation more dramatically than any other: Climate change. The millions of young people worldwide who’ve organized and joined today’s #ClimateStrike demand action to protect our planet, and they deserve it.— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 20, 2019
Jeffrey Epstein accusers detail abuse in NBC News exclusive
Q "What does Justice look to you now?"— Agenthades (@Agenthades1) September 20, 2019
A "Justice now is holding accountable all the perpetrators that helped him and participated with him."
These brave Woman. 👏
Never stop speaking out until each and every #EpsteinAssociate faces justice. https://t.co/CTxZLFR1ML
This is impeachable and it's not even arguable.
This is impeachable and it's not even arguable. https://t.co/1PbRc6MemO— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) September 20, 2019
Sean Hannity on whistleblower complaint: "I have been told in no uncertain terms nothing illegal happened"
Sean Hannity on whistleblower complaint: "I have been told in no uncertain terms nothing illegal happened" https://t.co/dRBu7E1xRA— Media Matters (@mmfa) September 20, 2019
And here I was thinking we'd get a FlynnStone day.
And here I was thinking we'd get a FlynnStone day. https://t.co/00jzOYHsnW— Charlie Gile (@CharlieGileNBC) September 20, 2019
We’re going to ban military-style assault rifles in Canada. — Justin Trudeau
We’re going to ban military-style assault rifles in Canada.— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) September 20, 2019
Breaking from WSJ: Trump repeatedly pressed Ukraine president to investigate Biden’s son
Breaking from WSJ: Trump repeatedly pressed Ukraine president to investigate Biden’s son https://t.co/M8MFusIOTn— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) September 20, 2019
In an exclusive interview with NPR, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she has not changed her mind on pursuing impeachment, but is ready to change the law to restrain presidential power and to make it clear that a sitting president can, in fact, be indicted.
— Philippe Reines (@PhilippeReines) September 20, 2019
Trump claims again, at the same time, that he doesn't know anything about the whistleblower complaint but he does know that the whistleblower is a "partisan person, meaning it comes out from another party."
Trump claims again, at the same time, that he doesn't know anything about the whistleblower complaint but he does know that the whistleblower is a "partisan person, meaning it comes out from another party."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
Via CSPAN pic.twitter.com/k03z8Azpis
Narrator: nobody is laughing
Narrator: nobody is laughing https://t.co/cLJa9nOYX5— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) September 20, 2019
There are reports Russian hybrid military forces routinely attack Ukraine. @realDonaldTrump fully understood when he talked to the Ukranian leader that Ukraine is in a very vulnerable position. @POTUS allegedly used that leverage to benefit him personally.
There are reports Russian hybrid military forces routinely attack Ukraine. @realDonaldTrump fully understood when he talked to the Ukranian leader that Ukraine is in a very vulnerable position. @POTUS allegedly used that leverage to benefit him personally.https://t.co/birhT3oSmc— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) September 20, 2019
Sean Hannity reports State Department officials asked Rudy Giuliani to contact Ukraine for an "official mission"
Sean Hannity reports State Department officials asked Rudy Giuliani to contact Ukraine for an "official mission" https://t.co/CF8BIEuoWy— Media Matters (@mmfa) September 20, 2019
Don't know why this thought keeps coming to mind, so I'm gonna share it. The United States Congress has the power of inherent contempt, which includes the power to fine individuals who defy Congress. The United States Supreme Court has upheld that power.
Don't know why this thought keeps coming to mind, so I'm gonna share it.— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) September 20, 2019
The United States Congress has the power of inherent contempt, which includes the power to fine individuals who defy Congress. The United States Supreme Court has upheld that power.#FridayThoughts
Meghan McCain Walks Off 'The View' Set After Clash With Ana Navarro
Meghan McCain Walks Off 'The View' Set After Clash With Ana Navarro https://t.co/5yviBaMnMy— Richard McFadyen🇨🇦 (@RTMcFadyen) September 20, 2019
**Eight times** Trump urged Ukrainian president about eight times to investigate Biden's son during a July phone call that has come under scrutiny in the wake of a whistleblower complaint.
**Eight times** Trump urged Ukrainian president about eight times to investigate Biden's son during a July phone call that has come under scrutiny in the wake of a whistleblower complaint.— Michael C. Bender (@MichaelCBender) September 20, 2019
via @AlanCullison @rebeccaballhaus & @dnvolz:https://t.co/Rw7ZAaL7JV
It's funny, bullying Ukraine used to be Putin's job. Back when we were a real country, anyway.
It's funny, bullying Ukraine used to be Putin's job.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) September 20, 2019
Back when we were a real country, anyway. https://t.co/HU9IFL1Oy4
Nancy Pelosi: "If the President has done what has been alleged, then he is stepping into a dangerous minefield with serious repercussions for his Administration and our democracy."
Nancy Pelosi: "If the President has done what has been alleged, then he is stepping into a dangerous minefield with serious repercussions for his Administration and our democracy."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
Pres. Trump: "Our nuclear was getting very tired..Now we have it in, as we would say, tippy-top shape. Tippy top. We have new and we have renovated and it's incredible. We all should pray we never have to use it."
Pres. Trump: "Our nuclear was getting very tired..Now we have it in, as we would say, tippy-top shape. Tippy top. We have new and we have renovated and it's incredible. We all should pray we never have to use it." pic.twitter.com/JWhlN6CY3k— Evan McMurry (@evanmcmurry) September 20, 2019
West Wing creator Aaron Sorkin: "We’re living in a world of just crude politics, corruption in plain sight, out-and-out lying, and a staggeringly, breathtakingly dumb person in the Oval Office"
West Wing creator Aaron Sorkin: "We’re living in a world of just crude politics, corruption in plain sight, out-and-out lying, and a staggeringly, breathtakingly dumb person in the Oval Office" https://t.co/TmN99oNprE— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) September 20, 2019
Can we go back to the thing where A SUPREME COURT JUSTICE asked the press TO LIE? Feel like this was buried in whistleblower BS yesterday.
Can we go back to the thing where A SUPREME COURT JUSTICE asked the press TO LIE?— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) September 20, 2019
Feel like this was buried in whistleblower BS yesterday.
https://t.co/JqOS5ntlDv
So go ahead and declassify the transcript
So go ahead and declassify the transcript. https://t.co/KHMNPXqNqL— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) September 20, 2019
How could Trump possibly know whether the whistleblower is “highly partisan” as he says on Twitter this morning? If DOJ or IC shared that info with him, which would kill any future whistleblowing. Either he knows the identity of the whistleblower or he is pretending to.
How could Trump possibly know whether the whistleblower is “highly partisan” as he says on Twitter this morning? If DOJ or IC shared that info with him, which would kill any future whistleblowing.— Jonathan Allen (@jonallendc) September 20, 2019
Either he knows the identity of the whistleblower or he is pretending to.
Sen. Angus King: The law is "very clear" the whistleblower complaint must be handed over to Congress. "The IG determines what level of concern it is,” King said. "Once the determination is made," the DNI "has a ministerial responsibility to share that."
Sen. Angus King: The law is "very clear" the whistleblower complaint must be handed over to Congress.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
"The IG determines what level of concern it is,” King said. "Once the determination is made," the DNI "has a ministerial responsibility to share that." https://t.co/H5RUvnG4GZ
New: Bill de Blasio has dropped out of the 2020 presidential race
New: Bill de Blasio has dropped out of the 2020 presidential race.https://t.co/5qPn986ezS— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
Former CIA Chief of Staff Jeremy Bash: Rudy Giuliani's claim that the whistleblower is part of the 'deep state' is an effort to "silence anybody who sees wrongdoing by the president."
Former CIA Chief of Staff Jeremy Bash: Rudy Giuliani's claim that the whistleblower is part of the 'deep state' is an effort to "silence anybody who sees wrongdoing by the president." https://t.co/cDVDLRnATS— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
Let the young take the lead! We should all support @GretaThunberg and the millions of people like her. We should all listen to them. And let them show us the way! Earth is our home. And must be protected. On this matter, The younger generations are wiser than the older ones.
Let the young take the lead! We should all support @GretaThunberg and the millions of people like her. We should all listen to them. And let them show us the way! Earth is our home. And must be protected. On this matter, The younger generations are wiser than the older ones. https://t.co/j6bLFjTDiP— José Andrés (@chefjoseandres) September 20, 2019
Bless the children today who join the #ClimateStrike around the world. We have failed you- a denier is in the White House, endangering your right to a habitable planet. The generations in power do not have your clarity- we are selfish and slow. Godpseed- I'm rooting for you.
Bless the children today who join the #ClimateStrike around the world. We have failed you- a denier is in the White House, endangering your right to a habitable planet. The generations in power do not have your clarity- we are selfish and slow. Godpseed- I'm rooting for you.— Justin Hendrix (@justinhendrix) September 20, 2019
Prince Andrew will come under fire again tonight when Virginia Roberts Giuffre, the woman who claims she was trafficked by billionaire pedophile Epstein, will allege that she was forced to have sex with Andrew
Prince Andrew will come under fire again tonight when Virginia Roberts Giuffre, the woman who claims she was trafficked by billionaire pedophile Epstein, will allege that she was forced to have sex with Andrew https://t.co/VhVaI4nyhQ— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 20, 2019
I can’t blame the White House whistleblower for being cautious. Under the current regime, at best they may end up like Reality Winner, at worst they may end up like Jeffery Epstein. Especially if William Barr has anything to do with it..
I can’t blame the White House whistleblower for being cautious.— Stu Cameron (@stucam7771) September 20, 2019
Under the current regime, at best they may end up like Reality Winner, at worst they may end up like Jeffery Epstein.
Especially if William Barr has anything to do with it...
INCREDIBLE images from the #ClimateStrike in Germany and around the world today as young climate strikers demand an end to the age of fossil fuels. Only corruption stands in their way.
INCREDIBLE images from the #ClimateStrike in Germany and around the world today as young climate strikers demand an end to the age of fossil fuels.— The Tennessee Holler (@TheTNHoller) September 20, 2019
Only corruption stands in their way. https://t.co/IAsDCZVytU
“The company's safety team has disclosed the removal of another 10,112 accounts across six countries...The accounts noted today...include more than 4,000 each in United Arab Emirates and China, over 1,000 in Equador, and 259 in Spain.”
“The company's safety team has disclosed the removal of another 10,112 accounts across six countries...The accounts noted today...include more than 4,000 each in United Arab Emirates and China, over 1,000 in Equador, and 259 in Spain.” https://t.co/Gdx2wcTk3P— blmohr (@blmohr) September 20, 2019
this would suggest Pence needs to be impeached as well
this would suggest Pence needs to be impeached as well https://t.co/YA4QaqhKAC via @just_security— Jennifer Rubin (@JRubinBlogger) September 20, 2019
Twitter suspends account of former top Saudi aide implicated in Khashoggi killing
Twitter suspends account of former top Saudi aide implicated in Khashoggi killing https://t.co/KxZkoYX6yK— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) September 20, 2019
The House Intell Cmtee chaired by @RepAdamSchiff could ask the DC district court to issue a writ of mandamus compelling Acting DNI Maguire to transmit the whistleblower’s urgent report to his Committee forthwith and issue a subpoena to get Maguire & the whistleblower to testify
DOJ's manual: "Mandamus is an extraordinary remedy, which should only be used in exceptional circumstances of peculiar emergency or public importance...The power...is limited to the enforcement of nondiscretionary, plainly defined, and purely ministerial duties." This looks right https://t.co/D0Ugtfqvj2— Joyce Alene (@JoyceWhiteVance) September 20, 2019
BUT: The statute precludes judicial review only of “an action” taken by the DNI or the IG (§3033(k)(5)(F)), not of the DNI’s failure to take the ministerial and purely mechanical act required of him by §(k)(5)(C)(transmitting the report re a matter of “urgent concern”) https://t.co/c5r5HpO4DB— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) September 20, 2019
Can you believe this shit?? -183 Republicans vote against making prescription drugs cheaper
Can you believe this shit??— SadPunkWidow (@SadPunkWidow) September 20, 2019
-183 Republicans vote against making prescription drugs cheaper https://t.co/hAYQJRGiDR
Ukraine prosecutor made up Biden allegation, Kiev lawmaker says
Ukraine prosecutor made up Biden allegation, Kiev lawmaker says https://t.co/2mKZZ1dzJe via @bpolitics— Illinois (@zipillinois) September 20, 2019
NEW: Nitrogen levels from Media Lab’s wastewater registered more than 20 times above the legal limit, according to documents provided by a former Media Lab employee
NEW: Nitrogen levels from Media Lab’s wastewater registered more than 20 times above the legal limit, according to documents provided by a former Media Lab employee. https://t.co/JJhMwiPyL4— ProPublica (@propublica) September 20, 2019
Amnesty accuses Hong Kong police of torturing protesters
Amnesty accuses Hong Kong police of torturing protesters https://t.co/6WemFzSV1p— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) September 20, 2019
This looks like it would be $25 billion well spent dollars
This looks like it would be $25 billion well spent dollars 😐pic.twitter.com/zNvrhPKclC— Danny Ocean (@The_UnSilent_) September 20, 2019
Trump administration says joint UNC, Duke program portrays Islam too positively
The trump administration is trying to get Academic institutions to change their curriculum to fit trump’s political ideology. https://t.co/cRLz7BIoVc— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) September 20, 2019
Hong Kong protesters are gearing up for another citywide weekend of rallies, days after prominent local activists testified at a hearing in Washington
Hong Kong protesters are gearing up for another citywide weekend of rallies, days after prominent local activists testified at a hearing in Washington https://t.co/BSM3Qc5yJk— Bloomberg (@business) September 20, 2019
Israel's longest-serving prime minister not only faces the possible end of his political career but also a probable court appearance and potentially even jail due to allegations of corruption.
Israel's longest-serving prime minister not only faces the possible end of his political career but also a probable court appearance and potentially even jail due to allegations of corruption.https://t.co/hbTZMX0h9O— 🍿Justice is Served (@pleasesaveour) September 19, 2019
“Jon Cooper, a former aide to Barack Obama and prominent New York Democrat, speculated on Thursday that if the vice-president, Mike Pence, was aware of what had happened and, if it was serious, had not raised the alarm, it could spell trouble for him.”
“Jon Cooper, a former aide to Barack Obama and prominent New York Democrat, speculated on Thursday that if the vice-president, Mike Pence, was aware of what had happened and, if it was serious, had not raised the alarm, it could spell trouble for him.” https://t.co/2jNVBLUjd0— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) September 19, 2019
New from @jacobsoboroff / Ainsley: The Trump administration ignored its own data that climate change was causing drought and driving immigrants from Guatemala. Instead opted for cutting aid and increasing law enforcement
New from @jacobsoboroff / Ainsley: The Trump administration ignored its own data that climate change was causing drought and driving immigrants from Guatemala. Instead opted for cutting aid and increasing law enforcement. https://t.co/0g3HTBThgS— Julia E. Ainsley (@JuliaEAinsley) September 20, 2019
Giuliani admits to asking Ukraine about Joe Biden after denying it 30 seconds earlier
Giuliani admits to asking Ukraine about Joe Biden after denying it 30 seconds earlier https://t.co/G7P93f6L5L— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) September 20, 2019
Adam Schiff: "I want to say to the whistleblower, if the whistleblower is watching ... We are grateful for their courage in coming forward. We are going to do everything we can to make sure this urgent issue is addressed and that you are protected."
Adam Schiff: "I want to say to the whistleblower, if the whistleblower is watching ... We are grateful for their courage in coming forward. We are going to do everything we can to make sure this urgent issue is addressed and that you are protected." https://t.co/ly4hBl2mRV— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
"In fact the DOJ is effectively telling the whistleblower, "You're not covered." Which means there is a real risk even in coming to Congress and that is obviously a supreme problem." -Rep. Adam Schif
"In fact the DOJ is effectively telling the whistleblower, "You're not covered." Which means there is a real risk even in coming to Congress and that is obviously a supreme problem." -Rep. Adam Schiff pic.twitter.com/eCH7H3kpC3— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) September 20, 2019
Breaking: both the White House AND the DOJ are now reported to be involved in the cover-up of the whistleblower complaint. Which begs the question: how awful must it be for them to go this far, this fast, to preclude Congress & the public from seeing it?
Breaking: both the White House AND the DOJ are now reported to be involved in the cover-up of the whistleblower complaint.— Elizabeth C. McLaughlin (@ECMcLaughlin) September 19, 2019
Which begs the question: how awful must it be for them to go this far, this fast, to preclude Congress & the public from seeing it? https://t.co/l4HSJrPhkU
NY Times reporters say Brett Kavanaugh asked them to lie in exchange for an interview
NY Times reporters say Brett Kavanaugh asked them to lie in exchange for an interview https://t.co/n0nZ2ltP6G— Jennifer Bendery (@jbendery) September 19, 2019
As Ukraine comes into focus, the nugget buried in this story--that Trump State Department officials helped broker a back-channel meeting between Giuliani and a senior Ukrainian official to discuss political dirt--could become even more important.
As Ukraine comes into focus, the nugget buried in this story--that Trump State Department officials helped broker a back-channel meeting between Giuliani and a senior Ukrainian official to discuss political dirt--could become even more important. https://t.co/tdhZiKCCYc— Ned Price (@nedprice) September 20, 2019
Can you finally give us a detailed readout of your extended one-on-one meeting with Putin last summer in Helsinki, when no one from the US but a translator was in the room? That'd be great!
Can you finally give us a detailed readout of your extended one-on-one meeting with Putin last summer in Helsinki, when no one from the US but a translator was in the room? That'd be great! https://t.co/La3GM7ZUIY— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) September 19, 2019
Trump isn't a climate change "denier," he's a climate change nihilist — aggressively changing policies and rolling back regulations to speed up catastrophe. He's declared Open Season on our environment and put the polluters and plunderers in charge of everything.
Trump isn't a climate change "denier," he's a climate change nihilist — aggressively changing policies and rolling back regulations to speed up catastrophe. He's declared Open Season on our environment and put the polluters and plunderers in charge of everything. #ClimateStrike— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) September 19, 2019
Emphasis on "ACTING" DNI Maguire. Meaning, Maguire is technically a temporary fill-in for a position which requires senate confirmation. Trump wants officers who haven't been senate confirmed because they are more likely to stay under his control & do his bidding.
Emphasis on "ACTING" DNI Maguire.— The Loyal Opposition 🇺🇸 (@TheLoyalO) September 20, 2019
Meaning, Maguire is technically a temporary fill-in for a position which requires senate confirmation.
Trump wants officers who haven't been senate confirmed because they are more likely to stay under his control & do his bidding. https://t.co/8jhQHEGAGt
September 13, 2019: Ukraine's president said that the U.S. hasn't only released $250 mil in military aid to his country but will also extend an additional $140 mil. The Trump admin said that it has released $250 mil, but didn't mention additional funds.
September 13, 2019:— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) September 20, 2019
Ukraine's president said that the U.S. hasn't only released $250 mil in military aid to his country but will also extend an additional $140 mil. The Trump admin said that it has released $250 mil, but didn't mention additional funds.https://t.co/AOvYOk75A7
Dear America, It is safe to infer that AG Barr was somehow involved in the decision. The “Cover Up General” earned his unsavory nickname in the 1990s for a reason, which he has categorically solidified as of late. Best, A Worried Citizen
Dear America,— Publius (@ThePublius2020) September 19, 2019
It is safe to infer that AG Barr was somehow involved in the decision. The “Cover Up General” earned his unsavory nickname in the 1990s for a reason, which he has categorically solidified as of late.
Best,
A Worried Citizen https://t.co/eNifBrDclW
Democratic U.S. @RepCummings misses a high-profile hearing Thursday, saying he had undergone a medical procedure that will keep him from working for “a week or so.”
Democratic U.S. @RepCummings misses a high-profile hearing Thursday, saying he had undergone a medical procedure that will keep him from working for “a week or so.” https://t.co/QTY7mvK1l3— The Baltimore Sun (@baltimoresun) September 19, 2019
Money keeps coming in for rich Brexit-backer Anthony Bamford, whose fortune has surged to almost $4.3 billion
Money keeps coming in for rich Brexit-backer Anthony Bamford, whose fortune has surged to almost $4.3 billion https://t.co/VOun3Z1DDg— Bloomberg (@business) September 20, 2019
It’s always seemed it would take a patriot to stand up and speak out against Trump’s criminality to hasten his exit. The aggressive stonewalling speaks volumes about how desperate the enablers are to deny access to the whistleblower’s complaint.
It’s always seemed it would take a patriot to stand up and speak out against Trump’s criminality to hasten his exit. The aggressive stonewalling speaks volumes about how desperate the enablers are to deny access to the whistleblower’s complaint.— Steven Beschloss (@StevenBeschloss) September 20, 2019
Students walking out of class today for the #GlobalClimateStrike Schools across the area expecting many students to call out to attend
Students walking out of class today for the #GlobalClimateStrike— Kate Merrill (@KateMerrill) September 20, 2019
Schools across the area expecting many students to call out to attend.#WBZthisMorning pic.twitter.com/Ree7IKgiqf
The day following this call, US Special Rep Volker had his own meeting with President Zelensky. And, a few days after that, Trump's personal attorney Giuliani flew to the Spanish countryside for a secret meeting with Zelensky's right-hand man, Yermak.
The day following this call, US Special Rep Volker had his own meeting with President Zelensky. And, a few days after that, Trump's personal attorney Giuliani flew to the Spanish countryside for a secret meeting with Zelensky's right-hand man, Yermak. https://t.co/wSC4P908RI— Susan Simpson (@TheViewFromLL2) September 19, 2019
NEW: William Barr endorsed "Campus Rape Frenzy" book claiming colleges unfairly went after male students accused of sexual assault
NEW: William Barr endorsed "Campus Rape Frenzy" book claiming colleges unfairly went after male students accused of sexual assault https://t.co/5dQtHkZIIR via @nbcnews— Heidi Przybyla (@HeidiNBC) September 19, 2019
Maybe now’s a good time to talk about Bill Barr’s father, Donald Barr, who allegedly hired Epstein at the Dalton School, and a book he wrote featuring adolescent sex slaves. https://t.co/QMNK4moMdZ— Anne (@loonyberg) September 19, 2019
First responders were overwhelmed by 911 calls for high water rescues as Tropical Depression Imelda drenched Winnie and Beaumont, Texas, with rain.
First responders were overwhelmed by 911 calls for high water rescues as Tropical Depression Imelda drenched Winnie and Beaumont, Texas, with rain. https://t.co/Ljkd8gof7j— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) September 20, 2019
New: Documents and interviews show the Media Lab, already under fire for accepting contributions from Jeffrey Epstein, is being investigated for an apparent violation of state environmental regulations. They paused operations after we asked questions.
New: Documents and interviews show the Media Lab, already under fire for accepting contributions from Jeffrey Epstein, is being investigated for an apparent violation of state environmental regulations. They paused operations after we asked questions.https://t.co/uvaJ5QHgMg— ProPublica (@propublica) September 20, 2019
Well, well, well. Something in Darrell Issa’s FBI file is causing problems for his confirmation. He has always been such a vocal advocate for transparency and Congressional access to secret info that I’m sure he won’t mind it being made public.
Well, well, well. Something in Darrell Issa’s FBI file is causing problems for his confirmation. He has always been such a vocal advocate for transparency and Congressional access to secret info that I’m sure he won’t mind it being made public. https://t.co/1i7GGpMcqE— Matthew Miller (@matthewamiller) September 19, 2019
Global strikes begin in what could be largest #ClimateProtest in history. Tens of thousands of mostly students have taken to the streets of Australia & other Asia-Pacific countries as a day of worldwide demonstrations against#ClimateChange gets underway
Global strikes begin in what could be largest #ClimateProtest in history.— RD UG4PH (@DRajesh_UG4PH) September 20, 2019
Tens of thousands of mostly students have taken to the streets of Australia & other Asia-Pacific countries as a day of worldwide demonstrations against#ClimateChange gets underway. https://t.co/PROTOr5OTQ
Another problem, the founding fathers assumed only one branch of government could be corrupted at a time. Checks & balances don’t work when McConnell & Senate GOP keep Congress from fulfilling its role to hold the president accountable.
Another problem, the founding fathers assumed only one branch of government could be corrupted at a time. Checks & balances don’t work when McConnell & Senate GOP keep Congress from fulfilling its role to hold the president accountable. https://t.co/MEUDNksivV— Joyce Alene (@JoyceWhiteVance) September 20, 2019
#climatestrike has already started in Australia. Americans take part today. There are protests happening. Find one. I am participating in fighting for the planet and our home.
#climatestrike has already started in Australia.— Theresa#PRU#wtp2020 (@TheresaIowaGirl) September 20, 2019
Americans take part today. There are protests happening. Find one.
I am participating in fighting for the planet and our home. https://t.co/Awsa8pQl0m
This is why I don’t like watching Rudy Giuliani’s interviews
This is why I don’t like watching Rudy Giuliani’s interviews pic.twitter.com/95RzNvBSxZ— Acyn Torabi (@Acyn) September 20, 2019
Here's a growing list of some of the brands and retailers that are showing support for the global #ClimateStrike, as a message to government leaders that it's time to do something about the climate crisis
Here's a growing list of some of the brands and retailers that are showing support for the global #ClimateStrike, as a message to government leaders that it's time to do something about the climate crisis https://t.co/zjfCMKM02U— CNN (@CNN) September 20, 2019
Rep. Adam Schiff, chairman of the House Intel. Cmte., releases two letters the committee received regarding a whistleblower complaint that Trump administration officials are withholding from Congress.
Rep. Adam Schiff, chairman of the House Intel. Cmte., releases two letters the committee received regarding a whistleblower complaint that Trump administration officials are withholding from Congress. https://t.co/WFDjTgh06a— PBS NewsHour (@NewsHour) September 20, 2019
CNN's @ChrisCuomo: "Did you ask Ukraine to look into Joe Biden?"@RudyGiuliani: "Of course I did" President Trump's attorney says he had spoken with a Ukrainian official about Joe Biden's possible role in that government's dismissal of a prosecutor who investigated Biden's son.
CNN's @ChrisCuomo: "Did you ask Ukraine to look into Joe Biden?"@RudyGiuliani: "Of course I did"— Cuomo Prime Time (@CuomoPrimeTime) September 20, 2019
President Trump's attorney says he had spoken with a Ukrainian official about Joe Biden's possible role in that government's dismissal of a prosecutor who investigated Biden's son. pic.twitter.com/hqmqtmx2VW
Trump defense: "I'd never say anything inappropriate if I knew there might be witnesses listening."
Trump defense: "I'd never say anything inappropriate if I knew there might be witnesses listening."— David Frum (@davidfrum) September 19, 2019
Will spend around $200,000,000 on Facebook ads across both campaigns. One of Zuck’s most valued customers
Will spend around $200,000,000 on Facebook ads across both campaigns. One of Zuck’s most valued customers. https://t.co/J0cIfjdno9— David Carroll 🦅 (@profcarroll) September 20, 2019
Did Trump collude with a foreign power to influence a U.S. election, after all?
Did Trump collude with a foreign power to influence a U.S. election, after all? https://t.co/Hp3pkRYzYX— Justin Miller (@justinjm1) September 20, 2019
Why does anyone take what George Conway says seriously? He is not anti-Trump. He was also instrumental in getting Kavanaugh confirmed. He’s a Leonard Leo Federalist Society favorite. His words mean nothing. His actions are everything.
Why does anyone take what George Conway says seriously? He is not anti-Trump. He was also instrumental in getting Kavanaugh confirmed. He’s a Leonard Leo Federalist Society favorite. His words mean nothing. His actions are everything. https://t.co/KXIcBnCjF7— Andrew C Laufer, Esq (@lauferlaw) September 19, 2019
Was it “give me stuff on Joe, and I’ll give you weapons”? Kinda feels like it.
Was it “give me stuff on Joe, and I’ll give you weapons”?— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) September 20, 2019
Kinda feels like it. https://t.co/fBDuoNKR2R
Here again is the Washpost editorial on how Trump tried to coerce Ukraine's president into investigating Joe Biden by withholding military aid.
Here again is the Washpost editorial on how Trump tried to coerce Ukraine's president into investigating Joe Biden by withholding military aid. https://t.co/b4Yw3vmjCD— Jackson Diehl (@JacksonDiehl) September 19, 2019
Paul McCartney uses song on new album to attack Donald Trump: ‘We’ve got a mad captain sailing this boat’
Paul McCartney uses song on new album to attack Donald Trump: ‘We’ve got a mad captain sailing this boat’ #MadCaptain https://t.co/Ww9YlMkWv2— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) September 20, 2019
Hey @realDonaldTrump, if you are telling the truth (which is statistically a low probability), you should have no fear of the whistleblower complaint being forwarded to Congress as required by law. Instead, you are covering up this information. Why?
Hey @realDonaldTrump, if you are telling the truth (which is statistically a low probability), you should have no fear of the whistleblower complaint being forwarded to Congress as required by law. Instead, you are covering up this information. Why?#ThursdayThoughts https://t.co/zZeGdzo06U— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) September 19, 2019
There is not one gun owner I have met that would hesitate turning in their AR-15 if they knew it would save a child’s life. I think most gun owners— including my father feel the same way because most people value nothing more then their kids.
There is not one gun owner I have met that would hesitate turning in their AR-15 if they knew it would save a child’s life.— David Hogg (@davidhogg111) September 19, 2019
I think most gun owners— including my father feel the same way because most people value nothing more then their kids.
When you definitely have nothing to hide from authorities
When you definitely have nothing to hide from authorities https://t.co/rKQIbHZ0Dn— Ron Wyden (@RonWyden) September 19, 2019
Arms for dirt on my opponents son. Is that the quid pro quo Trump asked Ukrainian President Zelensky? I don’t know, but this seems like a plausible hypothesis. Hope it’s not true.
Arms for dirt on my opponents son. Is that the quid pro quo Trump asked Ukrainian President Zelensky? I don’t know, but this seems like a plausible hypothesis. Hope it’s not true.— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) September 20, 2019
"Our founding fathers didn't envision this level of corruption and obstruction. Even when they gave us an impeachment option they assumed that people would cooperate... We're seeing complete obstruction of processes here..."
Do the right thing. Now. https://t.co/pLhOw7pqia— Frank Figliuzzi (@FrankFigliuzzi1) September 20, 2019
What happens if Boris Johnson’s plan is unlawful, Supreme Court asks
What happens if Boris Johnson’s plan is unlawful, Supreme Court asks https://t.co/BkzZuQvY8U— Bloomberg (@business) September 20, 2019
Florida gave a Glock, magazines and body armor to an educator as part of its *school guardian* program that arms faculty. He then pawned it all three times in two months for gas money. He’s the second *school guardin* caught doing this.
Florida gave a Glock, magazines and body armor to an educator as part of its *school guardian* program that arms faculty. He then pawned it all three times in two months for gas money.— Shannon Watts (@shannonrwatts) September 19, 2019
He’s the second *school guardin* caught doing this. #FlaPol https://t.co/dH3edTcT4r
Philippines to vaccinate millions as polio virus resurfaces
Philippines to vaccinate millions as polio virus resurfaces https://t.co/9I1ycixCKi pic.twitter.com/xWoZMXSOHf— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) September 20, 2019
In a day with a lot of bad news for WH, why McConnell caved certainly has to have them wondering.
In a day with a lot of bad news for WH, why McConnell caved certainly has to have them wondering. https://t.co/BrxuCEpiUW— Juliette Kayyem (@juliettekayyem) September 19, 2019
“Moscow Mitch” bows to pressure? Trust but verify.
“Moscow Mitch” bows to pressure? Trust but verify. https://t.co/XXznjhSd5C— Bill Christeson (@BillChristeson) September 20, 2019
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces an ambitious prescription drug plan that would allow Medicare to negotiate prices for seniors and younger people.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces an ambitious prescription drug plan that would allow Medicare to negotiate prices for seniors and younger people. https://t.co/7VRBaHs72I— PBS NewsHour (@NewsHour) September 20, 2019
Fox News poll: Trump approval on... International trade 38% approve 53% disapprove Foreign policy 36% approve 54% disapprove Guns 35% approve 56% disapprove
Fox News poll: Trump approval on...— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) September 20, 2019
International trade
38% approve
53% disapprove
Foreign policy
36% approve
54% disapprove
Guns
35% approve
56% disapprovehttps://t.co/TfdFWHIV9i
It is shocking me that this person is the personal lawyer of the president of the United States of America. And Ive read a lot of books on Ukraine. I want to see the proof too. Screaming doesn't make it truer.
It is shocking me that this person is the personal lawyer of the president of the United States of America. And Ive read a lot of books on Ukraine. I want to see the proof too. Screaming doesn't make it truer. https://t.co/K7Ka9c9s5i— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) September 20, 2019
Wait, if calls to foreign leaders were about, ostensibly, screwing over Ukrainian democracy like Putin has wanted for years...it's not just Trump, but Pence too
Wait, if calls to foreign leaders were about, ostensibly, screwing over Ukrainian democracy like Putin has wanted for years...it's not just Trump, but Pence too. https://t.co/7njACPUjbS— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) September 20, 2019
Sources: Trump call with Ukraine at center of IG complaint More detailed readout from Ukrainian records noted talk about "investigations into corruption cases that have hampered interaction between Ukraine and the U.S.A."
[More on #whistleblower]— WᴶEᴼBᴱB ✌🏼 (@thewebbix) September 20, 2019
Sources: Trump call with Ukraine at center of IG complaint
More detailed readout from Ukrainian records noted talk about "investigations into corruption cases that have hampered interaction between Ukraine and the U.S.A."https://t.co/6RZIkWv2m5
Man, Barack Obama really is the best Kenyan Muslim alinskyite socialist sleeper agent ever. He's been out of office 3 years and he still managed to use his Deep State minions to trick Trump into soliciting another foreign power to help in an election.
Man, Barack Obama really is the best Kenyan Muslim alinskyite socialist sleeper agent ever.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) September 20, 2019
He's been out of office 3 years and he still managed to use his Deep State minions to trick Trump into soliciting another foreign power to help in an election.
PSA: The President’s Art. II powers, and the privileges associated therewith, do NOT extend to offering his authority in exchange for political actions that would benefit him personally in an election. It’s why Bribery is a specific ground for impeachment in the Constitution.
PSA: The President’s Art. II powers, and the privileges associated therewith, do NOT extend to offering his authority in exchange for political actions that would benefit him personally in an election. It’s why Bribery is a specific ground for impeachment in the Constitution.— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) September 20, 2019
July 16, 2018: trump met one-on-one for more than two hours in Helsinki with Vladimir Putin. 431 days later we still don’t know what was said.
July 16, 2018: trump met one-on-one for more than two hours in Helsinki with Vladimir Putin.— Philippe Reines (@PhilippeReines) September 20, 2019
431 days later we still don’t know what was said.
THIS needs to be repeated. Because the Big 3 Bailout actually SAVED the auto industry. The Farm Rescue will not save US farming, as. China has found alternative suppliers now. It’s too late.
THIS needs to be repeated. Because the Big 3 Bailout actually SAVED the auto industry.— Melissa Jo Peltier (@MelissaJPeltier) September 20, 2019
The Farm Rescue will not save US farming, as. China has found alternative suppliers now. It’s too late. https://t.co/9LYFLmZGif
The Inspector General found a whistleblower complaint alleging serious misconduct to be not only credible, but urgent. Yet the Acting DNI has withheld that complaint from Congress on the basis of potential privilege. He’s wrong. There's no privilege to be corrupt.
The Inspector General found a whistleblower complaint alleging serious misconduct to be not only credible, but urgent.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) September 20, 2019
Yet the Acting DNI has withheld that complaint from Congress on the basis of potential privilege. He’s wrong.
There's no privilege to be corrupt. pic.twitter.com/80US0rdSJv
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