Trump amplified a tweet calling one of his diplomats a liar—and, by implication, absolving a Ukrainian gas mogul of any mob ties https://t.co/Yph2jIXthl— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) October 29, 2019
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Trump amplified a tweet calling one of his diplomats a liar—and, by implication, absolving a Ukrainian gas mogul of any mob ties
Our new Washpost editorial explains how Alex Vindman helped shred Mike Pence’s false claims about the Ukraine quid pro quo.
Our new Washpost editorial explains how Alex Vindman helped shred Mike Pence’s false claims about the Ukraine quid pro quo. https://t.co/ykfb6RrIfV— Jackson Diehl (@JacksonDiehl) October 29, 2019
Hello Missouri. Turns out your state health director has been personally tracking the menstrual periods of Missouri women, on a spreadsheet. This is how your state govt is "regulating" the last abortion provider in MO -- while trying to shut it down
Hello Missouri.— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) October 29, 2019
Turns out your state health director has been personally tracking the menstrual periods of Missouri women, on a spreadsheet.
This is how your state govt is "regulating" the last abortion provider in MO -- while trying to shut it down.https://t.co/RfnvStXyeR
Schumer: "Increasingly worried" Trump will shut down government over impeachment
Schumer: "Increasingly worried" Trump will shut down government over impeachment https://t.co/Mjg7ng0SMQ pic.twitter.com/LZ2zx2QLKa— The Hill (@thehill) October 29, 2019
A stable genius and an Einstein Visa recipient
A stable genius and an Einstein Visa recipient. 🤦♂️ pic.twitter.com/GH7mt9y03e— Sergio (@siano4progress) October 29, 2019
Feeling lost? Do you keep confusing your Sondlands and your Vindmans? Whose that Lev guy again? Wait, there's an Igor? For real?! Here's the full Trump-Ukraine timeline to help you keep it all straight!
Feeling lost? Do you keep confusing your Sondlands and your Vindmans? Whose that Lev guy again? Wait, there's an Igor? For real?!— Greg Jaffe (@GregJaffe) October 29, 2019
Here's the full Trump-Ukraine timeline to help you keep it all straight! https://t.co/CHGGvSIMg5
BREAKING: A three-judge panel of the DC Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an emergency stay blocking the release of the Mueller grand jury materials to the House Judiciary Committee - pending an appeal from DOJ.
BREAKING: A three-judge panel of the DC Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an emergency stay blocking the release of the Mueller grand jury materials to the House Judiciary Committee - pending an appeal from DOJ. pic.twitter.com/D69cAw5V7u— Darren Samuelsohn (@dsamuelsohn) October 29, 2019
Former Trump campaign adviser George Papadopoulos — who pled guilty in 2017 to making false statements to the FBI about Russian contacts — has filed his statement of candidacy with the FEC for Katie Hill's seat in California's 25th district.
Former Trump campaign adviser George Papadopoulos — who pled guilty in 2017 to making false statements to the FBI about Russian contacts — has filed his statement of candidacy with the FEC for Katie Hill's seat in California's 25th district. https://t.co/4UbAKTKlI9— Axios (@axios) October 29, 2019
UPDATE: DC Circuit has stayed Judge Howell's order requiring Justice Dept to turn over Mueller grand jury material to House. Administrative stay looks likely to be in effect at least through Nov. 5 Earlier
UPDATE: DC Circuit has stayed Judge Howell's order requiring Justice Dept to turn over Mueller grand jury material to House. Administrative stay looks likely to be in effect at least through Nov. 5 Earlier: https://t.co/JqPYKvLyK4— Josh Gorestein (@joshgerstein) October 29, 2019
Source who knows LTC Vindman tells me he never complains about it but still carries shrapnel in his body from the Iraq IED attack
Source who knows LTC Vindman tells me he never complains about it but still carries shrapnel in his body from the Iraq IED attack— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) October 29, 2019
Dr. Fiona Hill told investigators she saw Rick Perry walk out of the room, which would put Perry in the meeting when Vindman raised his objections about Sondland's request that Ukrainian officials investigate the Bidens, which Perry has repeatedly denied.
Dr. Fiona Hill told investigators she saw Rick Perry walk out of the room, which would put Perry in the meeting when Vindman raised his objections about Sondland's request that Ukrainian officials investigate the Bidens, which Perry has repeatedly denied.— 𝙰𝚗𝚊𝚋𝚎𝚕𝚕𝚎 (@DemocracyJourno) October 29, 2019
https://t.co/4dwRCv9D6O
Mitt Romney on the Vindman attacks: "It's absurd, disgusting, and way off the mark. This is a decorated American soldier and he should be given the respect that his service to our country demands."
Mitt Romney on the Vindman attacks: "It's absurd, disgusting, and way off the mark. This is a decorated American soldier and he should be given the respect that his service to our country demands." https://t.co/C9zxt4JVeS— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 29, 2019
The @GOP destroyed itself when it went all-in on you, a money laundering Kremlin prostitute, while you attacked everything the Founders stood for @realdonaldtRUmp. The party can save itself, or it can try to save you. Can’t do both. Decision time approaches...
The @GOP destroyed itself when it went all-in on you, a money laundering Kremlin prostitute, while you attacked everything the Founders stood for @realdonaldtRUmp.— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) October 29, 2019
The party can save itself, or it can try to save you. Can’t do both. Decision time approaches... https://t.co/G1VmSPpCp7
The House passed a sanctions bill 403 to 16, sending a signal that Congress will not stand by while Turkey and its proxies slaughter our Syrian Kurdish allies and fuel the revival of ISIS. Senate must stop dithering and act—the lives of our allies and our security are at risk.
The House passed a sanctions bill 403 to 16, sending a signal that Congress will not stand by while Turkey and its proxies slaughter our Syrian Kurdish allies and fuel the revival of ISIS. Senate must stop dithering and act—the lives of our allies and our security are at risk.— Chris Van Hollen (@ChrisVanHollen) October 29, 2019
Lev Parnas—the indicted Giuliani associate currently on house arrest in Florida—can be questioned under oath about financial transfers he made to Republican political campaigns, according to a federal judge's order today.
Lev Parnas—the indicted Giuliani associate currently on house arrest in Florida—can be questioned under oath about financial transfers he made to Republican political campaigns, according to a federal judge's order today.— Vicky Ward (@VickyPJWard) October 29, 2019
Per @kpolantz: https://t.co/mTdj1Cs0MY
I am horrified by the Members who stormed out of today’s vote to extend care for women veterans. They played politics to disrupt progress for veterans. Veterans issues are NOT partisan issues. If our representatives cannot take care of women veterans, then they have failed us
I am horrified by the Members who stormed out of today’s vote to extend care for women veterans. They played politics to disrupt progress for veterans.— Phil Ehr (@PhilEhr) October 29, 2019
Veterans issues are NOT partisan issues. If our representatives cannot take care of women veterans, then they have failed us. https://t.co/JMUOIdWnXv
Acting House Oversight Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney told NBC News that she found Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman's deposition "extremely, extremely, extremely disturbing."
Acting House Oversight Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney told NBC News that she found Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman's deposition "extremely, extremely, extremely disturbing." https://t.co/PAvB8Mo1rC— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 29, 2019
House Republicans walked out on women veterans by refusing to vote on an historic and monumental bill to extend care and benefits included in the #DeborahSampsonAct. This is disrespectful to everyone who served and especially to the women veterans. This is a disgrace
House Republicans walked out on women veterans by refusing to vote on an historic and monumental bill to extend care and benefits included in the #DeborahSampsonAct.— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) October 29, 2019
This is disrespectful to everyone who served and especially to the women veterans.
This is a disgrace. pic.twitter.com/8bFgnKOdtG
Testimony from Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman appeared to contradict Energy Secretary Rick Perry's ardent denials that he ever heard former Vice President Joe Biden or his son Hunter discussed in relation to U.S. requests that Ukraine investigate corruption
Testimony from Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman appeared to contradict Energy Secretary Rick Perry's ardent denials that he ever heard former Vice President Joe Biden or his son Hunter discussed in relation to U.S. requests that Ukraine investigate corruption.https://t.co/SRIJT2Ofcc— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) October 29, 2019
A top ten list of the President mishandling sensitive national security information
A top ten list of the President mishandling sensitive national security information:https://t.co/R4i6LKXxSf— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) October 29, 2019
North Korea warns US of "Exchange of fire at any moment"
North Korea warns US of "Exchange of fire at any moment"— WarMonitor (@TheWarMonitor) October 29, 2019
Duffy slandered Vindman. What is CNN going to do about it?
Duffy slandered Vindman. What is CNN going to do about it? https://t.co/rBesmSPOvQ— Jennifer Rubin (@JRubinBlogger) October 29, 2019
Nicole Wallace hits back at Laura Ingraham, John Yoo and Sean Duffy for their attacks on Vindman's patriotism: "except those people aren't chickenshit like the three of you and they know that he passed a background check that the President's daughter and son-in-law didn't."
Nicole Wallace hits back at Laura Ingraham, John Yoo and Sean Duffy for their attacks on Vindman's patriotism: "except those people aren't chickenshit like the three of you and they know that he passed a background check that the President's daughter and son-in-law didn't." pic.twitter.com/2tiQPw8lsb— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) October 29, 2019
DOJ: "In an extraordinary reversal, the defendant (Flynn) now claims that he is innocent of the criminal charge in this case."
DOJ: "In an extraordinary reversal, the defendant (Flynn) now claims that he is innocent of the criminal charge in this case." https://t.co/PVsgUa7thS @big_cases pic.twitter.com/iY51O7mebc— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) October 29, 2019
‘Are you a clown school dropout?’ GOP lawmaker ripped to shreds for trying to crash Vindman hearing
‘Are you a clown school dropout?’ GOP lawmaker ripped to shreds for trying to crash Vindman hearinghttps://t.co/wCkm6P3UNk— Raw Story (@RawStory) October 29, 2019
They're able to place Rick Perry in room when Vindman confronted Sondland on Biden investigation. That contradicts Perry's denials to CBN's @JenniferWishon. Let's see what Perry says when under oath
Smart sleuthing by @bjlefebvre @NatashaBertrand👇— Ryan Goodman (@rgoodlaw) October 29, 2019
They're able to place Rick Perry in room when Vindman confronted Sondland on Biden investigation.
That contradicts Perry's denials to CBN's @JenniferWishon.
Let's see what Perry says when under oath.https://t.co/BrXwDzQvY9
What Americans don’t know you put Halloween candy in the bag the kid is carrying and not on top of their head?
What Americans don’t know you put Halloween candy in the bag the kid is carrying and not on top of their head? They’re like robots trying to mimic humans.— Shannon Watts (@shannonrwatts) October 29, 2019
pic.twitter.com/3gv50msCLT
The Kupperman case is fast-tracked for THURSDAY according to federal judge Leon. This will destroy Trump’s “constitutional immunity” argument. There will be no appeal. Couple that with the house vote on impeachment and every GOP narrative crumbles.
BEANS: The Kupperman case is fast-tracked for THURSDAY according to federal judge Leon. This will destroy Trump’s “constitutional immunity” argument. There will be no appeal. Couple that with the house vote on impeachment and every GOP narrative crumbles. https://t.co/xfyeWQVgTl— Mueller, She Wrote Podcast (@MuellerSheWrote) October 29, 2019
House approves sweeping Turkey sanctions bill that could cripple the country's economy and recognizes the Armenian genocide
House approves sweeping Turkey sanctions bill that could cripple the country's economy and recognizes the Armenian genocide https://t.co/t4kJeYJhHt— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) October 29, 2019
George Papadopoulos is running for Katie Hill’s seat
George Papadopoulos is running for Katie Hill’s seat. https://t.co/89WaM8HxWD— Andrew Desiderio (@AndrewDesiderio) October 29, 2019
Why did Justice Kennedy retire so abruptly? What role did his son Justin at Deutsche Bank play? Who paid off Brett Kavanaugh’s $1.5 million debts, and purchased themselves a SCOTUS seat? Raise your hand if you demand an answer to these goddamn questions.
Why did Justice Kennedy retire so abruptly? What role did his son Justin at Deutsche Bank play? Who paid off Brett Kavanaugh’s $1.5 million debts, and purchased themselves a SCOTUS seat?— Andrea Junker (@Strandjunker) October 29, 2019
Raise your hand if you demand an answer to these goddamn questions. ✋🏼 #ImpeachmentTaskForce
New - Text of resolution to detail procedures in impeachment probe has been released.
New - Text of resolution to detail procedures in impeachment probe has been released. https://t.co/jtiykbLHB7— Manu Raju (@mkraju) October 29, 2019
First-hand on Quid Pro Quo. Vindman alerted NSC lawyer to July 10 meeting in which Sondland, demanded Ukrainian leaders deliver “specific investigations” to secure a meeting between Zelensky and Trump
First-hand on Quid Pro Quo.— Carol Leonnig (@CarolLeonnig) October 29, 2019
Vindman alerted NSC lawyer to July 10 meeting in which Sondland, demanded Ukrainian leaders deliver “specific investigations” to secure a meeting between Zelensky and Trump @karoun @GregJaffe https://t.co/LZhXrXZiJE
New poll from Suffolk University & USA Today shows most Americans want Trump to stop stonewalling. Asked if the White House has an obligation to comply with the subpoenas from Congress, 66% say yes. Only 26% say no. Even 35% of R's say WH ought to comply.
New poll from Suffolk University & USA Today shows most Americans want Trump to stop stonewalling. Asked if the White House has an obligation to comply with the subpoenas from Congress, 66% say yes. Only 26% say no. Even 35% of R's say WH ought to comply. https://t.co/10V12G4xFC— James Hohmann (@jameshohmann) October 29, 2019
Federal Prosecutors Are Lining Up Witnesses Against Jeffrey Epstein’s Cronies
Since the media have completely lost interest since his death, people think the co-conspirators will get away. Nope!— Agenthades (@Agenthades1) October 29, 2019
Investigators have been asking victims if they're willing to be witnesses against #EpsteinAssociates in a criminal case they're building.https://t.co/SvFtvuR2Q3
Oh, clearly, Captain Flopsweat Depends. You’re totally not nervously ragetweeting from the crapper.
Oh, clearly, Captain Flopsweat Depends. You’re totally not nervously ragetweeting from the crapper. https://t.co/yJcvG7H697— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) October 29, 2019
White House staffer twice raised concerns after listening to Trump's Ukraine call, testimony reveals
White House staffer twice raised concerns after listening to Trump's Ukraine call, testimony reveals | https://t.co/cFNa3Fv5XW https://t.co/PS3hOu0Fsn— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) October 29, 2019
“Outing the whistleblower is an unpatriotic action. They shouldn’t even go near that,” Pelosi just told me. — Manu Raju
“Outing the whistleblower is an unpatriotic action. They shouldn’t even go near that,” Pelosi just told me. — Manu Raju
Shouting match erupts in Vindman deposition as Democrats accuse Republicans of trying to out whistleblower
“Outing the whistleblower is an unpatriotic action. They shouldn’t even go near that,” Pelosi just told me. https://t.co/d86AyWdwbQ— Manu Raju (@mkraju) October 29, 2019
Meet the pro-choice, pro-climate Republican who's trying to take down Trump. I talked with @GovBillWeld in the latest edition of #20Questionsfor2020
Meet the pro-choice, pro-climate Republican who's trying to take down Trump. I talked with @GovBillWeld in the latest edition of #20Questionsfor2020 pic.twitter.com/EWVM0J2oKX— Allan Piper (@apiper13) October 29, 2019
Lawyers representing Trump argue he is beyond the law while in office
This argument is ridiculous.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) October 29, 2019
No man is above the law.
We don't elect a dictator for four years.
Congress needs to make that point clear by impeaching @realdonaldtrump.
Lawyers representing Trump argue he is beyond the law while in office https://t.co/2EfM12qUH0 via @WSJ
IF Boeing came to SC due to massive state give aways and now Nikki Haley is on Boeing BoD is that a quid pro quo?
IF Boeing came to SC due to massive state give aways and now Nikki Haley is on Boeing BoD is that a quid pro quo?— Ming Solenya Nethery (@MingGao26) October 29, 2019
Prediction: Mike Flynn will rue the day he hired Sidney Powell
Prediction: Mike Flynn will rue the day he hired Sidney Powellhttps://t.co/kFP8Lds2fD— em (@emlas) October 29, 2019
NEW: Fresh testimony from Vindman has put the credibility of Sondland, Trump’s most favorable witness, into serious doubt. “Based on all the testimony so far, I believe that Amb. Gordon Sondland committed perjury,” Rep. @JoaquinCastrotx said last night.
NEW: Fresh testimony from Vindman has put the credibility of Sondland, Trump’s most favorable witness, into serious doubt.— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) October 29, 2019
“Based on all the testimony so far, I believe that Amb. Gordon Sondland committed perjury,” Rep. @JoaquinCastrotx said last night.https://t.co/lEf2RWtgCx
And lastly, prosecutors say they were prepared to file a detailed rebuttal of Flynn's new claims before Sulilvan decided he has all the info he needs to rule. They want to make sure he plans to dismiss the new allegations, or offer prosecutors a chance to respond before he rules.
MORE FLYNN NEWS: In another filing, prosecutors say every charge leveled by Flynn's attorneys in a recent brief are "unsupported by fact or law." And they go further to say the filing itself is flawed because you're not allowed to raise novel issues in a reply brief. pic.twitter.com/QUPirTsQTV— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) October 29, 2019
And lastly, prosecutors say they were prepared to file a detailed rebuttal of Flynn's new claims before Sulilvan decided he has all the info he needs to rule. They want to make sure he plans to dismiss the new allegations, or offer prosecutors a chance to respond before he rules.— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) October 29, 2019
The RedState writer who gleefully violated California’s revenge porn laws should be prosecuted along with anyone who participated in this horrific violation of Rep Hill and the campaign staffer. We cannot normalize the politics of cyber exploitation.
The RedState writer who gleefully violated California’s revenge porn laws should be prosecuted along with anyone who participated in this horrific violation of Rep Hill and the campaign staffer. We cannot normalize the politics of cyber exploitation. https://t.co/yMi9jsUWlv— Christine Pelosi (@sfpelosi) October 29, 2019
Former prosecutor Joyce White Vance: "Democrats are increasingly cutting off the legal escape routes while developing the facts." Shifting from litigation to focus on factfinding in the House makes sense because there's not much time left to act.
Former prosecutor Joyce White Vance:— LR (@LRCurtis1) October 29, 2019
"Democrats are increasingly cutting off the legal escape routes while developing the facts."
Shifting from litigation to focus on factfinding in the House makes sense because there's not much time left to act.
https://t.co/xTfpVtG0Zr
That’s called: Pay for play - is anyone keeping a list??? In recording, payday lenders say giving money to Trump's campaign buys White House access
That’s called: Pay for play - is anyone keeping a list???— Kate (@SurvivingMyWay) October 29, 2019
In recording, payday lenders say giving money to Trump's campaign buys White House access - The Washington Post https://t.co/cPH4d97Aiq
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi responded to President Trump's comments about his top Ukraine expert's testimony, writing on Twitter, "Everybody has read your words on the call."
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi responded to President Trump's comments about his top Ukraine expert's testimony, writing on Twitter, "Everybody has read your words on the call." https://t.co/Y871h59mBg— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) October 29, 2019
A growing number of Republicans are privately warning of increasing fears of a total wipeout in 2020: House, Senate, and White House
A growing number of Republicans are privately warning of increasing fears of a total wipeout in 2020: House, Senate, and White House, according to Axios. https://t.co/10URSp8dPH— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 29, 2019
You and Devin “Nunez” are the “oppidite” of smart. Oh also this testimony is really bad for you and you’re going to be impeached.
You and Devin “Nunez” are the “oppidite” of smart.— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) October 29, 2019
Oh also this testimony is really bad for you and you’re going to be impeached. pic.twitter.com/km2zwjgn9P
Sometimes I think our President is the oppidite of smart. @realDonaldTrump https://t.co/pNZ9WkuEXG— NoelCaslerComedy (@CaslerNoel) October 29, 2019
For those attacking Lt.Col. Vindman for doing what he is legally and ethically REQUIRED to do as an active duty Army officer (report wrongdoing), you are shamefully corrupting the ethical system that underpins our military. Shameful.
For those attacking Lt.Col. Vindman for doing what he is legally and ethically REQUIRED to do as an active duty Army officer (report wrongdoing), you are shamefully corrupting the ethical system that underpins our military. Shameful.— Kelly Magsamen (@kellymagsamen) October 29, 2019
The suspended official is charged with running a human smuggling scheme that brought pregnant women to the U.S. then paid them to give up their children for adoption.
The suspended official is charged with running a human smuggling scheme that brought pregnant women to the U.S. then paid them to give up their children for adoption. https://t.co/DJCgC6X0gb— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) October 29, 2019
JUST IN: Prosecutors say Joseph Mifsud's phones are "not favorable" to FLYNN or relevant to his case. "Mifsud has no connection to the defendant’s communications with the Russian Ambassador in December 2016, or to the defendant’s work on behalf of the Republic of Turkey"
JUST IN: Prosecutors say Joseph Mifsud's phones are "not favorable" to FLYNN or relevant to his case.— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) October 29, 2019
"Mifsud has no connection to the defendant’s communications with the Russian Ambassador in
December 2016, or to the defendant’s work on behalf of the Republic of Turkey" pic.twitter.com/f4yOJdCYFx
WATCH: @CNN’s new hire former GOP congressman @RepSeanDuffy attempts to slime the top White House Ukraine expert Vindman who is speaking out about the Quid Pro Quo, suggesting his allegiance is to Ukraine. Clearly the new White House line. SHAMEFUL.
WATCH: @CNN’s new hire former GOP congressman @RepSeanDuffy attempts to slime the top White House Ukraine expert Vindman who is speaking out about the Quid Pro Quo, suggesting his allegiance is to Ukraine.— The Tennessee Holler (@TheTNHoller) October 29, 2019
Clearly the new White House line. SHAMEFUL. pic.twitter.com/M7xGHepk0E
EU Amb. Gordon Sondland now tells Congress that there was a quid pro quo involved with Ukraine after previously denying it, Wall Street Journal reports.
Well, whaddya know? Ambassador No Recall can suddenly recall. https://t.co/IZSxUoPhm3— Greg Olear (@gregolear) October 29, 2019
The DOJ is appealing Judge Howell’s order directing the release of the Mueller grand jury transcripts & the unredacted Mueller report. The DOJ further seeks a stay, asking that they not have to turn over the materials until the case is heard on appeal.
1. the likelihood that the DOJ will prevail on appeal (they won’t, so DOJ loses this point), 2. the likelihood the DOJ will be “irreparably harmed” if the stay isn’t granted (to the extent the truth will irreparably harm Trump by exposing his crimes, DOJ might win this point),— Glenn Kirschner (@glennkirschner2) October 28, 2019
Authorities say a pastor and popular Christian radio show host who was charged with raping a teenage girl appears to have killed himself.
Authorities say a pastor and popular Christian radio show host who was charged with raping a teenage girl appears to have killed himself. https://t.co/Rl4YpSSTw1— WPEC CBS12 News (@CBS12) October 29, 2019
New: After ProPublica sued the IRS, the agency released emails that show it has allowed the tax preparation industry to write the rules.
New: After ProPublica sued the IRS, the agency released emails that show it has allowed the tax preparation industry to write the rules.https://t.co/fKxqFBHCIB— ProPublica (@propublica) October 29, 2019
A senior White House official will be testifying today that he believed Trump undermined national security with his request to Ukrainian leaders to investigate political rivals
A senior White House official will be testifying today that he believed Trump undermined national security with his request to Ukrainian leaders to investigate political rivalshttps://t.co/qPLtysbT1Y— POLITICO (@politico) October 29, 2019
Charles Kupperman, a former aide to one-time national security adviser John Bolton, defied a Congressional subpoena to testify before House investigators and instead filed a lawsuit to determine whether he had to comply with the subpoena
Charles Kupperman, a former aide to one-time national security adviser John Bolton, defied a Congressional subpoena to testify before House investigators and instead filed a lawsuit to determine whether he had to comply with the subpoena https://t.co/smFK70YM2E pic.twitter.com/xM8GO4bcjl— Reuters (@Reuters) October 29, 2019
Rep. Greg Walden's recently announced retirement is the latest sign that Republicans see a struggle to retake the House in 2020
Rep. Greg Walden's recently announced retirement is the latest sign that Republicans see a struggle to retake the House in 2020https://t.co/Wote8fVzuC— POLITICO (@politico) October 29, 2019
White House aides including Kushner have urged a cautious approach to impeachment, operating under the belief that because Trump withstood the Mueller probe he can overcome this one, too. But there are pretty major differences between the investigations.
White House aides including Kushner have urged a cautious approach to impeachment, operating under the belief that because Trump withstood the Mueller probe he can overcome this one, too. But there are pretty major differences between the investigations. https://t.co/nOeIqOHSPP— Rebecca Ballhaus (@rebeccaballhaus) October 29, 2019
More insanity from @DevinNunes. His aide, Derek Harvey, is leaking the whistle-blower's name, in order to intimidate, discourage others, and potentially put him at risk. The corruption runs deep with Nunes' team, and it's time for #CA22 to do better.
More insanity from @DevinNunes. His aide, Derek Harvey, is leaking the whistle-blower's name, in order to intimidate, discourage others, and potentially put him at risk.— Matthew Jacobs (@Sxeptomaniac) October 29, 2019
The corruption runs deep with Nunes' team, and it's time for #CA22 to do better. https://t.co/Z4bF518W5G
Nunes Aide Is Leaking the Ukraine Whistleblower’s Name, Sources Say
More insanity from @DevinNunes. His aide, Derek Harvey, is leaking the whistle-blower's name, in order to intimidate, discourage others, and potentially put him at risk.— Matthew Jacobs (@Sxeptomaniac) October 29, 2019
The corruption runs deep with Nunes' team, and it's time for #CA22 to do better. https://t.co/Z4bF518W5G
Latest records show Trump campaign money keeps flowing into his businesses.
Latest records show Trump campaign money keeps flowing into his businesses. https://t.co/Cyl0KgzkEg— HuffPost (@HuffPost) October 29, 2019
Perspective | It isn’t baseball that unites Washington. It’s the chant: "Lock him up!"
Perspective | It isn’t baseball that unites Washington. It’s the chant: "Lock him up!" https://t.co/eIOJWssYAP— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) October 29, 2019
Russia’s Rosneft accuses US of ‘hypocrisy’ over Venezuela
Russia’s Rosneft accuses US of ‘hypocrisy’ over Venezuela https://t.co/fWPVTfqvBw— Financial Times (@FT) October 29, 2019
Well said...worth reading. Taylor, Hill, Yovanovitch, Morrison, Vindman now and possibly even Bolton cannot be wrong. These are the cream of the US’ Russia/Ukraine policy elite. Do we trust these or Fruman, Parnas, Firtash and Giuliani?
It is striking that Trump, Manafort & Giuliani only like criminals & conmen. https://t.co/a017QOdUoJ— Anders Åslund (@anders_aslund) October 29, 2019
It's actually pretty alarming that the Trump administration is incapable of keeping highly sensitive, real time operational details secret. They are lucky these journalists were a lot more responsible than whoever was tipping them off.
It's actually pretty alarming that the Trump administration is incapable of keeping highly sensitive, real time operational details secret. They are lucky these journalists were a lot more responsible than whoever was tipping them off. https://t.co/ITHEjfbFxG— Susan Hennessey (@Susan_Hennessey) October 28, 2019
So Ukraine was no isolated instance but part of a pattern of Trump pressing our trading partners for dirt on his main political rival. The upshot: Trump is a serial abuser of presidential power and a repeat violator of US election laws.
So Ukraine was no isolated instance but part of a pattern of Trump pressing our trading partners for dirt on his main political rival. The upshot: Trump is a serial abuser of presidential power and a repeat violator of US election laws. https://t.co/q1hpynZNDQ— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) October 29, 2019
Had an interesting exchange with GOP Rep. Mark Amodei of Nevada tonight where I tried to ask for his views on Trump asking Ukraine and China to investigate the Bidens
Q: The WH transcript that was released shows that president trump was asking president zelensky to open an investigation into the Bidens— Manu Raju (@mkraju) October 29, 2019
A: Do you know if they've even got plans to call the whistleblower? Cause I heard they didn't. Now I don't know if that's true.
A: Well my English teacher says you got a conclusion, so if you want to interview yourself, go ahead. You're interviewing me.— Manu Raju (@mkraju) October 29, 2019
Q: Why don't you answer the question, is it ok for the president to ask a foreign country to investigate the Bidens?
A: That's not a question.
The real question at this point is how long can this world they’ve built out of lies, smokescreens and rhetorical flourishes hold up under scrutiny.— Eggcredible (@RealEggcredible) October 29, 2019
Army officer who heard Trump's Ukraine call voiced his concerns to superiors
Army officer who heard Trump's Ukraine call voiced his concerns to superiors https://t.co/HpV7EDr0xX via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) October 29, 2019
Schiff: "This week, we will bring to the Floor a resolution that establishes the format for open hearings that will be conducted by the House Intel Cmte as part of the House's ongoing impeachment inquiry...The American people will hear firsthand about the President's misconduct.”
Schiff: "This week, we will bring to the Floor a resolution that establishes the format for open hearings that will be conducted by the House Intel Cmte as part of the House's ongoing impeachment inquiry...The American people will hear firsthand about the President's misconduct.”— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 28, 2019
Sen. Johnson, ally of Trump and Ukraine, surfaces in crucial episodes in the saga
If he is a witness he cannot be a juror. Period. https://t.co/JzpEW4EWaI— Jennifer Rubin (@JRubinBlogger) October 28, 2019
This is just shameful. I really cannot believe that Mr. Yoo, a law professor @UCBerkeley , would insinuate that Colonel Vindman, was practicing "espionage" without a shred of evidence. In some countries, that would be a crime called libel.
This is just shameful. I really cannot believe that Mr. Yoo, a law professor @UCBerkeley , would insinuate that Colonel Vindman, was practicing "espionage" without a shred of evidence. In some countries, that would be a crime called libel. https://t.co/tp8nlWB4J2— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) October 29, 2019
North Carolina judges rule gerrymandered election maps must be thrown out.
North Carolina judges rule gerrymandered election maps must be thrown out.— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) October 28, 2019
https://t.co/aGreZhxuvf
Actually, no. Every interview I’ve ever done with @RepAdamSchiff started with the admonition that he only speaks on the record for attribution that all can see- no background, and nothing off the record.
Actually, no. Every interview I’ve ever done with @RepAdamSchiff started with the admonition that he only speaks on the record for attribution that all can see- no background, and nothing off the record. https://t.co/Fj1V9I8VDS— Jane Mayer (@JaneMayerNYer) October 28, 2019
For those joking about the classified dog name, there’s actually a security reason for it: -Knowing dog’s name, u can determine the handler -Knowing the handler, u can determine the unit -Knowing the unit, tells which Delta unit(s) was part of the raid.
It’s representative of twitter irony that the majority of people demanding the dog’s name and more than 1/2 the people attacking me on this tweet use fake names as their twitter handles. https://t.co/2f0VyzJPac— Mark Hertling (@MarkHertling) October 28, 2019
Greg Mankiw, who was George W. Bush's CEA director and who advised Mitt Romney's presidential campaigns, says he's no longer a Republican
Greg Mankiw, who was George W. Bush's CEA director and who advised Mitt Romney's presidential campaigns, says he's no longer a Republican https://t.co/TCQMvkdrnd— Catherine Rampell (@crampell) October 28, 2019
Jared and Ivanka's guiding credo is PR above everything else. Ivanka thinks she is brilliant at public relations.
Jared and Ivanka's guiding credo is PR above everything else. Ivanka thinks she is brilliant at public relations. https://t.co/WFJPEOYS5T— Vicky Ward (@VickyPJWard) October 28, 2019
I understand why Trump doesn’t want more witnesses testifying. But I can’t understand why my GOP colleagues are enabling his obstruction. Where is their duty to this institution? Where is their duty to the Constitution? Where is their respect for the rule of law?
No one can.
It’s simple. They are afraid of more truth. What they have already seen is damning. https://t.co/sWxJJhDXFx— Neal Katyal (@neal_katyal) October 28, 2019
BREAKING: An advertisement pushing for Donald Trump's impeachment is set to air on Trump's favorite news show, Fox News' @FoxandFriends on Wednesday morning, according to the celebrity-studded #ImpeachmentTaskForce dedicated to removing Trump from office.
BREAKING: An advertisement pushing for Donald Trump's impeachment is set to air on Trump's favorite news show, Fox News' @FoxandFriends on Wednesday morning, according to the celebrity-studded #ImpeachmentTaskForce dedicated to removing Trump from office. https://t.co/VyHxy6K0R3— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) October 28, 2019
Is there anyone still defending the president that is not directly implicated in his crimes or a credibly accused pedo?
Is there anyone still defending the president that is not directly implicated in his crimes or a credibly accused pedo?— Dirk Schwenk (@DirkSchwenk) October 29, 2019
Tell that to the troops serving in Afghanistan right now, @realDonaldTrump. Tell that to their families. A five-time draft dodger has no business trying to minimize the horrors of a war zone.
Tell that to the troops serving in Afghanistan right now, @realDonaldTrump. Tell that to their families.— Tammy Duckworth (@SenDuckworth) October 28, 2019
A five-time draft dodger has no business trying to minimize the horrors of a war zone. https://t.co/WyqhtyP8l6
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin is abusing a federal program to enrich his friends at taxpayers’ expense.
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin is abusing a federal program to enrich his friends at taxpayers’ expense. https://t.co/DDwtvq2TgT— Ron Wyden (@RonWyden) October 28, 2019
ICYMI - late last Friday the Council of the Inspectors General released a scathing 5 page letter. 70+ Inspectors General sharply criticized the @TheJusticeDept “handling of the original whistleblower’s Complaint. DOJ-OIG Horowitz signed said letter
Guess the DOJ-IG isn't going to be coming after Pelosi and Schiff. 😂 #SorryQAnon https://t.co/1IKuWf0bO4— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) October 29, 2019
MoMA naming stirs outrage over Jeffrey Epstein ties
MoMA naming stirs outrage over Jeffrey Epstein ties https://t.co/ckUSmMtst1 via @nypost— julie k. brown (@jkbjournalist) October 28, 2019
Pelosi announces a vote on continuing impeachment proceedings and moving them to the public phase. You asked for it, you got it Trump and @HouseGOP
Pelosi announces a vote on continuing impeachment proceedings and moving them to the public phase.— Polly Sigh (@dcpoll) October 28, 2019
You asked for it, you got it Trump and @HouseGOP. 😂 https://t.co/Rt2pXLsQjG
I don’t know who needs to hear this, but Rep. Duncan Hunter *had an affair with one of his Congressional staffers (plus others) and used his campaign funds to pay for his affairs*. He still hasn’t resigned. & AFAICT GOP leaders haven’t asked him to resign.
I don’t know who needs to hear this, but Rep. Duncan Hunter *had an affair with one of his Congressional staffers (plus others) and used his campaign funds to pay for his affairs*. He still hasn’t resigned. & AFAICT GOP leaders haven’t asked him to resign. https://t.co/2gJiESrYj7— Sean Hecht (@seanhecht) October 28, 2019
CREW found that the rate for a room at Trump Hotel is 3x average during a Senate Republican retreat that it is hosting. 8 Senators, and Trump himself are billed to attend.
CREW found that the rate for a room at Trump Hotel is 3x average during a Senate Republican retreat that it is hosting.— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) October 28, 2019
8 Senators, and Trump himself are billed to attend. https://t.co/JUilyEk3f5
"He has no filter," the official added. "But also if he knows something, and he thinks it's going to be good to say or make him appear smarter or stronger, he'll just blurt it out."
"He has no filter," the official added. "But also if he knows something, and he thinks it's going to be good to say or make him appear smarter or stronger, he'll just blurt it out."https://t.co/D5LJzVpHXk— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) October 29, 2019
"There is nothing worse than a dog in Donald Trump's world."
.@Lawrence: "There is nothing worse than a dog in Donald Trump's world."#LastWord #MSNBC pic.twitter.com/Sf5Cfa0zMe— The Last Word (@TheLastWord) October 29, 2019
Time to have a little chat with @IngrahamAngle sponsors
Time to have a little chat with @IngrahamAngle sponsors.https://t.co/ygIbemcM2R— sunnyskiesahead (@sandsun4me) October 29, 2019
Oh my God, look at the spin they are using right now, actually saying that Vindman is a Ukrainian double agent....this is so freaking bananas
Oh my God, look at the spin they are using right now, actually saying that Vindman is a Ukrainian double agent....this is so freaking bananas pic.twitter.com/Oxpju5W23N— Andrew Lawrence (@ndrew_lawrence) October 29, 2019
Here’s a link to Sondland’s Provenence Hotels. They removed his name from the website recently, but he owns them. Just in case you want to be mindful of whom you enrich.
Here’s a link to Sondland’s Provenence Hotels.— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) October 29, 2019
They removed his name from the website recently, but he owns them.
Just in case you want to be mindful of whom you enrich.https://t.co/Ox8pgWbhbL https://t.co/ayFjH27w04
His name is: Derek Harvey. He works for Devin Nunes & has provided notes for House Republicans identifying the whistleblower’s name ahead of high-profile depositions of Trump administration appointees and civil servants in the impeachment inquiry. SINCE he's down on anonymity...
His name is: Derek Harvey. He works for Devin Nunes & has provided notes for House Republicans identifying the whistleblower’s name ahead of high-profile depositions of Trump administration appointees and civil servants in the impeachment inquiry. SINCE he's down on anonymity... https://t.co/t1RIloWhJ5— Dennis Herring (@dcherring) October 29, 2019
Hi, @GOPleader McCarthy, Did you miss the federal court ruling last week stating that the House’s impeachment investigation was legal and legitimate even without a formal vote by lawmakers? The judge also held that the White House is “openly stonewalling” Congress.
Hi, @GOPleader McCarthy,— Teri Kanefield (@Teri_Kanefield) October 28, 2019
Did you miss the federal court ruling last week stating that the House’s impeachment investigation was legal and legitimate even without a formal vote by lawmakers?
The judge also held that the White House is “openly stonewalling” Congress.
1/ https://t.co/Glj4b8LnxE
3/ First, the Resolution will establish the procedure for public hearings.— Teri Kanefield (@Teri_Kanefield) October 28, 2019
This means the House basically decided it has enough evidence and will soon be ready for the next stage.
We're about to find out the structure and procedure for the public hearings.
6/ Third, the Resolution will outline the procedures to transfer evidence to the Judiciary Committee as it considers possible articles of impeachment.— Teri Kanefield (@Teri_Kanefield) October 28, 2019
As I'm sure you know (since you're so well versed with the rules), since being formed in 1813, the Judiciary Committee has. . .
8/ Finally the Resolution will set forth due process rights for the president and his counsel.— Teri Kanefield (@Teri_Kanefield) October 28, 2019
Due process in this case means due process appropriate to an impeachment inquiry.
I don’t expect these to be the same due process rights a criminal defendant is afforded.
Trump’s news conference should have been his shining hour. Instead, it showed yet again why he is utterly unfit to be commander in chief
Trump’s news conference should have been his shining hour. Instead, it showed yet again why he is utterly unfit to be commander in chief, @MaxBoot writes https://t.co/3O1UrmtCMC— Washington Post Opinions (@PostOpinions) October 29, 2019
Opinion: The White House touts Trump’s deregulation. It’s actually been a bust.
Opinion: The White House touts Trump’s deregulation. It’s actually been a bust. https://t.co/R7Z6D38sgo— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) October 29, 2019
Breaking via NYT: A W.H. national security official who's a decorated Iraq war vet plans to tell investigators he heard Trump appeal to Ukraine’s president to investigate Biden, a request he considered so damaging that he reported it to a superior.
Breaking via NYT: A W.H. national security official who's a decorated Iraq war vet plans to tell investigators he heard Trump appeal to Ukraine’s president to investigate Biden, a request he considered so damaging that he reported it to a superior.https://t.co/nu3jmYEigO— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 29, 2019
Sondland testimony directly contradicted by Vindman. According to Vindman, after Sondland told the Ukrainians that it was important they launch Biden/Burisma investigations, Fiona Hill “entered the room and asserted to Amb. Sondland that his statements were inappropriate.”
Sondland testimony directly contradicted by Vindman.— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) October 29, 2019
According to Vindman, after Sondland told the Ukrainians that it was important they launch Biden/Burisma investigations, Fiona Hill “entered the room and asserted to Amb. Sondland that his statements were inappropriate.” https://t.co/xw0IQJk1nw
NEW: A top aide to Rep. Devin Nunes has been providing conservative politicians and journalists with information—and misinformation—about the anonymous whistleblower who triggered the biggest crisis of Trump’s presidency
NEW: A top aide to Rep. Devin Nunes has been providing conservative politicians and journalists with information—and misinformation—about the anonymous whistleblower who triggered the biggest crisis of Trump’s presidency https://t.co/ucsHASyy3h— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) October 29, 2019
Mr. President, I’m grateful to our armed forces and intelligence professionals who did such a brilliant job of eliminating this brutal terrorist from the battlefield, and focused on the continuing fight against ISIS. I would encourage you to do the same.
Mr. President,— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) October 28, 2019
I’m grateful to our armed forces and intelligence professionals who did such a brilliant job of eliminating this brutal terrorist from the battlefield, and focused on the continuing fight against ISIS.
I would encourage you to do the same. https://t.co/3XcmmYja9L
NYT Breaking: "The top Ukraine expert at the White House will tell impeachment investigators he twice reported concerns about President Trump’s pressure tactics on Ukraine, acting out of a “sense of duty.”"
NYT Breaking: "The top Ukraine expert at the White House will tell impeachment investigators he twice reported concerns about President Trump’s pressure tactics on Ukraine, acting out of a “sense of duty.”" pic.twitter.com/8dvPLIXe2U— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) October 29, 2019
Rachel Maddow reads highlights from the statement of Lt. Col. Alexander S. Vindman who is scheduled to testify to House impeachment committees tomorrow:
Rachel Maddow reads highlights from the statement of Lt. Col. Alexander S. Vindman who is scheduled to testify to House impeachment committees tomorrow: pic.twitter.com/vQ6hTs4Z5e— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) October 29, 2019
Vindman instantly knew what Trump was saying was wrong and illegal. But not Pence. Not Pompeo. They all must go.
Vindman instantly knew what Trump was saying was wrong and illegal. But not Pence. Not Pompeo. They all must go.— Jennifer Rubin (@JRubinBlogger) October 29, 2019
NEW: Five senior Trump administration officials who watched in real time told The Daily Beast that they had no idea where Trump got the “whimpering and crying and screaming” Baghdadi detail
NEW: Five senior Trump administration officials who watched in real time told The Daily Beast that they had no idea where Trump got the “whimpering and crying and screaming” Baghdadi detail. https://t.co/DaYeK1Rmg0— Sam Stein (@samstein) October 29, 2019
Via @swin24 and @ErinBanco
"I am a patriot," Colonel Vindman plans to tell the investigators, "and it is my sacred duty and honor to advance and defend our country irrespective of party or politics."
"I am a patriot," Colonel Vindman plans to tell the investigators, "and it is my sacred duty and honor to advance and defend our country irrespective of party or politics." https://t.co/3YnblFcE7S— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 29, 2019
"The colonel, a Ukrainian-American immigrant who received a Purple Heart after being wounded in Iraq by a roadside bomb & whose statement is full of references to duty & patriotism," understood that what he saw happening in the WH on Ukraine wasn't correct
"The colonel, a Ukrainian-American immigrant who received a Purple Heart after being wounded in Iraq by a roadside bomb & whose statement is full of references to duty & patriotism," understood that what he saw happening in the WH on Ukraine wasn't correct https://t.co/LDdvndqI2F— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) October 29, 2019
Sondland is in deep, deep legal trouble. On the left: Lieutenant Colonel Vindman's opening statement (corroborated by Fiona Hill's and Bill Taylor's testimony). On the right: Sondland's opening statement. 18 USC 1001
Sondland is in deep, deep legal trouble.— Ryan Goodman (@rgoodlaw) October 29, 2019
On the left: Lieutenant Colonel Vindman's opening statement (corroborated by Fiona Hill's and Bill Taylor's testimony).
On the right: Sondland's opening statement.
18 USC 1001 pic.twitter.com/rLgqx8hXiW
BREAKING: A senior White House insider will testify tomorrow that he thought Trump undermined national security when he asked Ukrainian officials to investigate political rivals.
BREAKING: A senior White House insider will testify tomorrow that he thought Trump undermined national security when he asked Ukrainian officials to investigate political rivals.https://t.co/zXAztS8b7S— POLITICO (@politico) October 29, 2019
Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman is the director of European affairs at the National Security Council (NSC). He went through multiple, intense background checks. This isn't some random Private who overheard something.
Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman is the director of European affairs at the National Security Council (NSC).— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) October 29, 2019
He went through multiple, intense background checks.
This isn't some random Private who overheard something.
Another government official is risking his career out of duty to country. Army officer on National Security Council will defy White House and testify that Trump call to Ukraine undermined national security. GOP can’t ignore these patriots forever.
Another government official is risking his career out of duty to country. Army officer on National Security Council will defy White House and testify that Trump call to Ukraine undermined national security. GOP can’t ignore these patriots forever. https://t.co/YIJ28IQ5B2— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) October 29, 2019
Facebook's own employees know just how dangerous their policy allowing politicians to lie in political ads will be for our democracy. Mark Zuckerberg should listen to them—and I applaud their brave efforts to hold their own company accountable.
Facebook's own employees know just how dangerous their policy allowing politicians to lie in political ads will be for our democracy. Mark Zuckerberg should listen to them—and I applaud their brave efforts to hold their own company accountable. https://t.co/i9W163oSQa— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) October 28, 2019
Devin Nunes: I don’t talk to reporters on “Ukraine hoax” because “they are assassins”
So a sitting congressman won’t talk to constituents or reporters but wants to remove anonymity from regular people who lawfully criticize him. He can’t handle the public, but will throw people without power to the wolves? 🐮 #NunesLeaks https://t.co/HJ7RmXWofs— Devin Nunes’ cow 🐮 (@DevinCow) October 29, 2019
Vindman: “I was concerned by the call. I did not think it was proper to demand that a foreign government investigate a U.S. citizen, and I was worried about the implications for the U.S. government's support of Ukraine.”
Vindman: “I was concerned by the call. I did not think it was proper to demand that a foreign government investigate a U.S. citizen, and I was worried about the implications for the U.S. government's support of Ukraine.” https://t.co/tIyxu6IA7R— Jim Acosta (@Acosta) October 29, 2019
Seriously? Wow. So shameful. Vindman is a patriot, who has served his country with honor both on and off the battlefield. He was a first rate officer at the embassy, one of the best on the team.
Seriously? Wow. So shameful. Vindman is a patriot, who has served his country with honor both on and off the battlefield. He was a first rate officer at the embassy, one of the best on the team. https://t.co/IN1P5P0BLO— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) October 29, 2019
EU Amb. Gordon Sondland now tells Congress that there was a quid pro quo involved with Ukraine after previously denying it, Wall Street Journal reports.
EU Amb. Gordon Sondland now tells Congress that there was a quid pro quo involved with Ukraine after previously denying it, Wall Street Journal reports. https://t.co/axrzHyBsO7— MSNBC (@MSNBC) October 29, 2019
Republican congressman Matt Gaetz did not take kindly to being called a "f**king tool" by the executive producer of the "Ellen Degeneres Show."
Republican congressman Matt Gaetz did not take kindly to being called a "f**king tool" by the executive producer of the "Ellen Degeneres Show." https://t.co/2XIDuIv1cs— HuffPost (@HuffPost) October 29, 2019
A few of the details from Trump's al-Baghdadi presser were wrong. Many of the rest were either highly classified or tactically sensitive, and their disclosure by Trump made intelligence and military officials cringe, according to current and ex-officials
A few of the details from Trump's al-Baghdadi presser were wrong. Many of the rest were either highly classified or tactically sensitive, and their disclosure by Trump made intelligence and military officials cringe, according to current and ex-officials.https://t.co/3o6o7j8fai— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) October 28, 2019
It’s been six months since Chairman Schiff referred Erik Prince to Barr’s DOJ for prosecution for lying to the Intelligence Committee. Erik Prince has not been prosecuted.
It’s been six months since Chairman Schiff referred Erik Prince to Barr’s DOJ for prosecution for lying to the Intelligence Committee.— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) October 29, 2019
Erik Prince has not been prosecuted. https://t.co/tCVd0SSuO8
I actually agree with what President Trump said this morning about the impeachment inquiry in the House. The president said: “I’d rather go into the details of the case rather than the process." The president is absolutely right about that.
I actually agree with what President Trump said this morning about the impeachment inquiry in the House.— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) October 29, 2019
The president said: “I’d rather go into the details of the case rather than the process."
The president is absolutely right about that. pic.twitter.com/WP2UIt1duK
The top Ukraine expert on the National Security Council, decorated Iraq veteran Lt. Col. Alexander S. Vindman, twice registered objections about how Trump and his inner circle were treating Ukraine, out of what he called a “sense of duty.”
The top Ukraine expert on the National Security Council, decorated Iraq veteran Lt. Col. Alexander S. Vindman, twice registered objections about how Trump and his inner circle were treating Ukraine, out of what he called a “sense of duty.”https://t.co/0PRGVti6Tq.— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) October 29, 2019
Witness after witness is telling the exact same story. The White House pressured Ukraine to help destroy Trump’s political rivals in exchange for U.S. support. Republicans are going to try to complain about the “process” because the conduct is impeachable. And they know it.
Witness after witness is telling the exact same story. The White House pressured Ukraine to help destroy Trump’s political rivals in exchange for U.S. support.— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) October 29, 2019
Republicans are going to try to complain about the “process” because the conduct is impeachable.
And they know it. https://t.co/mfwvCAlG48
Some GOP Senators, speaking on condition of anonymity to @costareports, "are dreading having to weigh their conscience against their political calculations" in deciding whether to vote to remove Trump following his likely impeachment.
Some GOP Senators, speaking on condition of anonymity to @costareports, "are dreading having to weigh their conscience against their political calculations" in deciding whether to vote to remove Trump following his likely impeachment. https://t.co/vUOeQQ2sTn pic.twitter.com/XbtRdFRD5a— Orin Kerr (@OrinKerr) October 28, 2019
After Betraying the Kurds, the U.S. Isn’t Leaving Syria After All
After Betraying the Kurds, the U.S. Isn’t Leaving Syria After All— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) October 28, 2019
Why was it necessary to betray a U.S. ally—who we now know played a key role in the killing of ISIS leader—and hand an easy strategic victory to the Russia, Iran, and the Syrian government?https://t.co/0bmRiphJjU
So.....Judge Sullivan just canceled next week's hearing on Flynn's motions for dozens of categories of evidence on alleged government misconduct related to his case.....Says he's seen enough paper... Doesn't quite say he won't hold hearing but sounds like he may rule on the paper
So.....Judge Sullivan just canceled next week's hearing on Flynn's motions for dozens of categories of evidence on alleged government misconduct related to his case.....Says he's seen enough paper... Doesn't quite say he won't hold hearing but sounds like he may rule on the paper pic.twitter.com/EDIdhHJRiW— Josh Gorestein (@joshgerstein) October 28, 2019
Congratulations Lindsey Graham on making the 1,500th visit to a Trump property by a government official! Graham's 17 visits are 50% more than anyone else in Congress!
Congratulations Lindsey Graham on making the 1,500th visit to a Trump property by a government official! Graham's 17 visits are 50% more than anyone else in Congress! https://t.co/6tVDHb9DeB— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) October 28, 2019
NBCUniversal offers NDA releases over harassment claim concerns
NBCUniversal offers NDA releases over harassment claim concerns https://t.co/a0GhrHal0V via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) October 29, 2019
NSC Ukraine expert describes Trump pressure on Ukraine officials
NSC Ukraine expert describes Trump pressure on Ukraine officials https://t.co/rzCxSs3TPr via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) October 29, 2019
Trump Baghdadi blurting hurts US operations and national security
Trump Baghdadi blurting hurts US operations and national security https://t.co/YOaNUPr7re via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) October 29, 2019
Impeachment witness says he reported Trump's Ukraine ploy —twice
Impeachment witness says he reported Trump's Ukraine ploy —twice https://t.co/ModylivmiX via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) October 29, 2019
Trump reportedly also pressured China for political help
Trump reportedly also pressured China for political help https://t.co/O4MvxlbWjR via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) October 29, 2019
- 17 fires are actively burning across California - More than 94,000 acres have been burned - 200,000 people have been displaced near the San Francisco Bay area
- 17 fires are actively burning across California— CNN (@CNN) October 29, 2019
- More than 94,000 acres have been burned
- 200,000 people have been displaced near the San Francisco Bay areahttps://t.co/ScRSvzBd1W
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