"A product of tabloid culture, Trump has long trafficked in conspiracy theories. But as chief executive, he’s used the machinery of government to give the ones especially useful to him the stamp of official validation," @PeterAtlantic writes https://t.co/UjkMtiIH30— Philip Rucker (@PhilipRucker) November 29, 2019
Friday, November 29, 2019
"A product of tabloid culture, Trump has long trafficked in conspiracy theories. But as chief executive, he’s used the machinery of government to give the ones especially useful to him the stamp of official validation," @PeterAtlantic writes
Judiciary Committee gives Trump deadline to call witnesses, present evidence in impeachment hearings
Impeachment.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) November 29, 2019
The evidence is in. Trump has no evidence (at least not good evidence)
It's time to draft the articles of impeachment and have a vote.
Judiciary Committee gives Trump deadline to call witnesses, present evidence in impeachment hearings https://t.co/fgQpY1wSPw
BREAKING: Dutch police say multiple people have been injured in stabbings in The Hague’s main shopping street.
BREAKING: Dutch police say multiple people have been injured in stabbings in The Hague’s main shopping street. https://t.co/mgsaLZJfK2— The Associated Press (@AP) November 29, 2019
What do these corporations have in common? ... they avoided all federal income taxes last year.
What do these corporations have in common?— Robert Reich (@RBReich) November 29, 2019
Amazon
Chevron
Eli Lilly
Halliburton
General Motors
Honeywell
Duke Energy
Deere
Aramark
CMS Energy
Occidental Petroleum
Netflix
IBM
Kinder Morgan
Devon Energy
... they avoided all federal income taxes last year.
Is there any real proof that he donates his salary? Like a tax return?
Is there any real proof that he donates his salary? Like a tax return? https://t.co/WK1HuDN9CB— Lawrence O'Donnell (@Lawrence) November 29, 2019
A new bill from Ohio Republicans would require doctors to “reimplant an ectopic pregnancy” into a woman’s uterus—procedure that does not exist in medical science—or face charges of “abortion murder,” which isn’t a thing. This isn’t their real goal, though.
Ohio Republicans apparently want patients to think some magical shit—like that abortions can be reversed—so that they will regret ever having one in the first place. More than Supreme Court bait for Roe, it’s a grand exercise in shaming and indoctrination. https://t.co/FuyH9R88go— Jamil Smith (@JamilSmith) November 29, 2019
Trump’s talk of Afghanistan cease-fire appears to surprise the Taliban, Afghan government
Trump’s talk of Afghanistan cease-fire appears to surprise the Taliban, Afghan government https://t.co/anwQFyUgVE— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 29, 2019
"The Ukrainian government could still announce new investigations which could be seen as politically beneficial to the US President. However, it is unclear what exactly those potential investigations would cover or when they would be announced."
"The Ukrainian government could still announce new investigations which could be seen as politically beneficial to the US President. However, it is unclear what exactly those potential investigations would cover or when they would be announced." https://t.co/TXkl32T2uJ— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) November 29, 2019
I will bet you dollars to donuts at some point one of these fuckwits has been in Steve Bannon's orbit
I will bet you dollars to donuts at some point one of these fuckwits has been in Steve Bannon's orbit https://t.co/5PpKWagDLu— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) November 29, 2019
Update: At a news conference, General Manager Brad Treliving said Peters resigned Friday morning and was not fired. He would not say whether Peters would have been fired had he not resigned.
Update: At a news conference, General Manager Brad Treliving said Peters resigned Friday morning and was not fired. He would not say whether Peters would have been fired had he not resigned. https://t.co/aVRkmciItk— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 29, 2019
UK police say man shot dead in terrorism incident at London Bridge
UK police say man shot dead in terrorism incident at London Bridge https://t.co/EwzGK3xrik pic.twitter.com/ZdENzwq1rx— Reuters (@Reuters) November 29, 2019
If Trump’s quid pro quo call never occurred, its fabrication is the smoking gun. People make up facts only if the truth is incriminating.
If Trump’s quid pro quo call never occurred, its fabrication is the smoking gun. People make up facts only if the truth is incriminating. https://t.co/Vwp1NavQdZ— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) November 29, 2019
Former Republican congressman Charlie Dent says some of his former House colleagues have privately told him they are "absolutely disgusted and exhausted by the President's behavior."
Former Republican congressman Charlie Dent says some of his former House colleagues have privately told him they are "absolutely disgusted and exhausted by the President's behavior." https://t.co/31dUtQ3ddl— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) November 29, 2019
EXCLUSIVE: Sondland’s Ties to Romanian Official Set Off Alarms at National Security Council
EXCLUSIVE: Sondland’s Ties to Romanian Official Set Off Alarms at National Security Council https://t.co/P2uKRGZOKX— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) November 29, 2019
Maltese businessman accuses top government officials in murder case
We could learn how a brave journalist exposing the Global Mob laundromat was cut down. She deserves the truth. https://t.co/qoHYOeiewq— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) November 29, 2019
Deutsche bank executive who signed off on Trump loans commits suicide.
— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) November 29, 2019
President Trump contradicts testimony – and himself – by claiming he never directed Rudy Giuliani on Ukraine
President Trump contradicts testimony – and himself – by claiming he never directed Rudy Giuliani on Ukraine https://t.co/ZGBCfP8CXr pic.twitter.com/3sZh52p5Ip— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) November 29, 2019
The Creepy Racist Network Behind Trump Aide Stephen Miller
The Creepy Racist Network Behind Trump Aide Stephen Miller https://t.co/3fu1QrSb9l— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) November 29, 2019
This account is comprehensive and convincing. BLUF: Trump is guilty as sin. One question: Did Sondland simply invent a Sep. 9 call to sort of get Trump a bit off the hook, and then Trump sort of embraced it? Or was that someone else’s bright idea?
This account is comprehensive and convincing. BLUF: Trump is guilty as sin. One question: Did Sondland simply invent a Sep. 9 call to sort of get Trump a bit off the hook, and then Trump sort of embraced it? Or was that someone else’s bright idea? https://t.co/yVYru6wlFy— Bill Kristol (@BillKristol) November 29, 2019
Worry rises in military over Trump's decision-making
Wait until he starts campaigning with Eddie Gallagher.— Michelangelo Signorile (@MSignorile) November 29, 2019
"CNN has learned that at least two senior military officers were reluctant to appear alongside Trump at events in recent months.”https://t.co/7GiXH8bbv8
"With the firing of Navy Secretary Spencer and the resignation last December of then-Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, we see career military leaders choosing duty to country and duty to their oath of office over duty to a personality."
"With the firing of Navy Secretary Spencer and the resignation last December of then-Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, we see career military leaders choosing duty to country and duty to their oath of office over duty to a personality."#CadetBoneSpurshttps://t.co/o1HJ8BUwx9— Democratic Coalition (@TheDemCoalition) November 29, 2019
Singapore again invoked its new "fake news" law, ordering Facebook to publish a correction notice on a blog post
Singapore again invoked its new "fake news" law, ordering Facebook to publish a correction notice on a blog post https://t.co/4bM0VPxT1O— Bloomberg (@business) November 29, 2019
The Trump administration is using an obscure provision of the PATRIOT Act, for the first time in its 18 year history, to hold a non-citizen it can’t deport in detention forever.
Happy day-after-Thanksgiving! The Trump administration is using an obscure provision of the PATRIOT Act, for the first time in its 18 year history, to hold a non-citizen it can’t deport in detention forever. https://t.co/DkAOWuzHSC— Spencer Ackerman (@attackerman) November 29, 2019
“There is something inherently powerful in having the TV archives of the last impeachment inquiry handy — so people can compare and contrast what was being said then versus now.”
“There is something inherently powerful in having the TV archives of the last impeachment inquiry handy — so people can compare and contrast what was being said then versus now.”— Howard Mortman (@HowardMortman) November 28, 2019
— @brianstelter https://t.co/rA41HicfWj
If billionaires such as Tom Steyer and Michael Bloomberg really want to stop Trump, they wouldn't be running themselves; they would be devoting big bucks to funding Weld and Walsh to soften up Trump in the primaries (while also funding moderate Democrats).
If billionaires such as Tom Steyer and Michael Bloomberg really want to stop Trump, they wouldn't be running themselves; they would be devoting big bucks to funding Weld and Walsh to soften up Trump in the primaries (while also funding moderate Democrats). https://t.co/VtQbYpvyq7— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) November 29, 2019
G. Alan Tarr on "five common mistakes made in arguing for the preservation of the Electoral College."
G. Alan Tarr on "five common mistakes made in arguing for the preservation of the Electoral College." https://t.co/oeIgyrEGyk— The Atlantic (@TheAtlantic) November 29, 2019
“An ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening condition — where an embryo implants on the mother’s fallopian tube rather than the uterus— rendering the pregnancy unviable. It can kill a woman if the embryonic tissue grows unchecked. Ohio’s—is one of the most extreme bills to date.”
“An ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening condition — where an embryo implants on the mother’s fallopian tube rather than the uterus— rendering the pregnancy unviable. It can kill a woman if the embryonic tissue grows unchecked. Ohio’s—is one of the most extreme bills to date.”— Buffy Wicks (@BuffyWicks) November 29, 2019
Russia’s goals are to break up the EU and to break up NATO - and they can do it without tanks
Russia’s goals are to break up the EU and to break up NATO - and they can do it without tanks https://t.co/m6nNcWWElm via @CapX— Rose Regan (@wiseowl60) November 29, 2019
BREAKING: Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi says he will submit his resignation to Parliament in the wake of anti-government protests which have claimed hundreds of lives.
BREAKING: Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi says he will submit his resignation to Parliament in the wake of anti-government protests which have claimed hundreds of lives. https://t.co/n2JVwaQHgH— The Associated Press (@AP) November 29, 2019
Iraqi prime minister says he will resign
Iraqi prime minister says he will resign https://t.co/ibfQQRvyb1 pic.twitter.com/fkgBEWSRhi— Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) November 29, 2019
A man’s punishment for telling an immigrant to go back to his country: A 500-word essay
A man’s punishment for telling an immigrant to go back to his country: A 500-word essay https://t.co/EAZRjaRXRp— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 29, 2019
I’ve just heard Johnson on @LBC refusing to answer the basic question ‘How many children do you have?’
I’ve just heard Johnson on @LBC refusing to answer the basic question ‘How many children do you have?’— Armando Iannucci (@Aiannucci) November 29, 2019
Thailand backed down on a plan to prohibit three pesticides after coming under pressure from farmers, the U.S. government and lobbyists for chemicals companies.
Thailand backed down on a plan to prohibit three pesticides after coming under pressure from farmers, the U.S. government and lobbyists for chemicals companies. https://t.co/gxwUBg93r6— Bloomberg Environment (@environment) November 29, 2019
Only Trump has to be pressured into standing up for Human Rights.
Only Trump has to be pressured into standing up for Human Rights. https://t.co/TfpEHcsOXX— Jeremy Newberger (@jeremynewberger) November 29, 2019
The probe revealed a "huge and varied array of subjects, residents in different places, united by the same ideological fanaticism and willing to create an openly pro-Nazi, xenophobic and anti-Semitic movement.”
The probe revealed a "huge and varied array of subjects, residents in different places, united by the same ideological fanaticism and willing to create an openly pro-Nazi, xenophobic and anti-Semitic movement.” https://t.co/jFqUsNVcZ6— blmohr (@blmohr) November 29, 2019
Prince Andrew sparked Buckingham Palace security breach by 'smuggling' female masseuse into bedroom after introduction by Jeffrey Epstein 'madam', Ghislaine Maxwell
Prince Andrew sparked Buckingham Palace security breach by 'smuggling' female masseuse into bedroom after introduction by Jeffrey Epstein 'madam', Ghislaine Maxwell https://t.co/Dn0rjGrliZ— blmohr (@blmohr) November 29, 2019
Even before Gordon Sondland’s work in Ukraine set off alarm bells, senior U.S. officials were raising concerns about his communications with officials from Romania
Even before Gordon Sondland’s work in Ukraine set off alarm bells, senior U.S. officials were raising concerns about his communications with officials from Romania https://t.co/md9SJsL2NR— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) November 29, 2019
London police defend decision to drop Jeffrey Epstein investigation
London police defend decision to drop Jeffrey Epstein investigation https://t.co/0TVnJuG9Bj— blmohr (@blmohr) November 29, 2019
From China friend to punching bag: When China's leaders were looking for strong voices to counter the Hong Kong protests, the city’s most famous tycoon offered only even-handed pleas for restraint. Next, Li Ka-shing became the target of Beijing's vitriol
From China friend to punching bag: When China's leaders were looking for strong voices to counter the Hong Kong protests, the city’s most famous tycoon offered only even-handed pleas for restraint. Next, Li Ka-shing became the target of Beijing's vitriol https://t.co/YVB05ML0kC pic.twitter.com/B7OoX5D0FC— Reuters (@Reuters) November 29, 2019
Malta now
Malta now https://t.co/29SeGrE1VP— Paul Caruana Galizia (@pcaruanagalizia) November 29, 2019
Explosive revelations in Malta in the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia that go to the top of the Maltese government. All the bad guys are rating each other out.
Explosive revelations in Malta in the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia that go to the top of the Maltese government. All the bad guys are rating each other out. https://t.co/iuCkaGCMVL— Bill Browder (@Billbrowder) November 28, 2019
Ousted Navy Secretary Richard Spencer says Trump’s intervention in Navy SEAL case was "shocking and unprecedented"
Ousted Navy Secretary Richard Spencer says Trump’s intervention in Navy SEAL case was "shocking and unprecedented" https://t.co/Bm8lTJSemR— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 29, 2019
Gaetz, defending Trump for releasing the aid only AFTER hearing the complaint: "Ed, if you're ever accused of holding... a hostage for ransom... and you're not doing it... it's always a good idea to probably... release the... alleged hostage." ...What?
Gaetz, defending Trump for releasing the aid only AFTER hearing the complaint: "Ed, if you're ever accused of holding... a hostage for ransom... and you're not doing it... it's always a good idea to probably... release the... alleged hostage."— Brian Tyler Cohen (@briantylercohen) November 28, 2019
...What?pic.twitter.com/QrBvNgB3rQ
It’s the separation of powers Super Bowl at the DC Circuit Jan 3! Both Mueller grand jury secrets case AND McGahn/WH immunity oral arguments that day DOJ v House impeachment doubleheader!
ICYMI
It’s the separation of powers Super Bowl at the DC Circuit Jan 3!— Katelyn Polantz (@kpolantz) November 28, 2019
Both Mueller grand jury secrets case AND McGahn/WH immunity oral arguments that day
DOJ v House impeachment doubleheader! pic.twitter.com/WfFOyECXvL
Completely neutral, right? “In a forthcoming documentary, "Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words," Thomas lashes out at Democrats and Biden, who chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee and oversaw his confirmation process.”
Completely neutral, right?— blmohr (@blmohr) November 29, 2019
“In a forthcoming documentary, "Created Equal: Clarence Thomas in His Own Words," Thomas lashes out at Democrats and Biden, who chaired the Senate Judiciary Committee and oversaw his confirmation process.”
https://t.co/8p6bbvY8vv
FDR learned the hard way not to tinker with Thanksgiving
FDR learned the hard way not to tinker with Thanksgiving https://t.co/KWI6dgfdyy via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) November 29, 2019
Apple hands Russia a victory in Crimea with map change
Apple hands Russia a victory in Crimea with map change https://t.co/hhS2b8djaR via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) November 29, 2019
"I normally vote Conservative, but I can't bear the buffoon"
"I normally vote Conservative, but I can't bear the buffoon"— Sky News (@SkyNews) November 27, 2019
86-year-old Molly from Hampshire says she won't be voting for "the red man" (Jeremy Corbyn), but isn't keen on voting for "the buffoon" (Boris Johnson) either.
Read the latest #GE2019 news here https://t.co/Rlcc0AUYB2 pic.twitter.com/X5fDoc5eU5
Trump aimed to split 26,000 immigrant kids from families: report
Trump aimed to split 26,000 immigrant kids from families: report https://t.co/0Tn8p1jhZQ via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) November 29, 2019
The Hill waits until the last line to say that it's not affiliated with Whole Foods, the supermarket.
The Hill waits until the last line to say that it's not affiliated with Whole Foods, the supermarket. The Hill. https://t.co/698h4bz9x9— Jeff Jarvis (@jeffjarvis) November 29, 2019
Palm oil is used in half of all supermarket products, from chocolate to shampoo. And the demand for it is driving deforestation in Indonesia. Experts say it's a climate bomb with disastrous consequences for the world in years to come.
Palm oil is used in half of all supermarket products, from chocolate to shampoo. And the demand for it is driving deforestation in Indonesia. Experts say it's a climate bomb with disastrous consequences for the world in years to come. https://t.co/H0Rc8gHkvS— CNN (@CNN) November 29, 2019
Giuliani backpedals after reckless remarks threaten Trump graces
Giuliani backpedals after reckless remarks threaten Trump graces https://t.co/WjpEMHCSAD via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) November 29, 2019
"I made a tremendous difference in the country. “ Donald Trump Says He's Most Thankful for Himself on Thanksgiving
"I made a tremendous difference in the country. “— Holly Figueroa O'Reilly (@AynRandPaulRyan) November 29, 2019
Donald Trump Says He's Most Thankful for Himself on Thanksgiving https://t.co/ZdgyVkmcNP
Trump talks with the Taliban, let’s ISIS fighters escape, gives Kim Jong Un the global attn he craves... All roads lead to Putin. Making our enemies stronger is a strategy benefiting Russia, not the US. Trump works in the best interests of Putin & the cost is our Natl Security
Trump talks with the Taliban, let’s ISIS fighters escape, gives Kim Jong Un the global attn he craves...— Alison Greene (@GrassrootsSpeak) November 29, 2019
All roads lead to Putin.
Making our enemies stronger is a strategy benefiting Russia, not the US. Trump works in the best interests of Putin & the cost is our Natl Security
GOP lawmakers are admitting they’re ‘disgusted and exhausted by Trump’ as impeachment looms: Ex-House member
GOP lawmakers are admitting they’re ‘disgusted and exhausted by Trump’ as impeachment looms: Ex-House member— Raw Story (@RawStory) November 29, 2019
https://t.co/OJq3BVdfqM
Trump Administration to cut its financial contribution to NATO
Trump Administration to cut its financial contribution to NATO - CNNPolitics https://t.co/dZzwk7VoZx— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) November 28, 2019
Rudy Giuliani told The Daily Beast “everyone” thought that Zelensky’s chief of staff, Andriy Bohdan, was “a very crooked lawyer.”
Rudy Giuliani told The Daily Beast “everyone” thought that Zelensky’s chief of staff, Andriy Bohdan, was “a very crooked lawyer.” https://t.co/AEIOVekTM2— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) November 29, 2019
This is how a real President spent his Thanksgiving Day in America today. Thanks,
This is how a real President spent his Thanksgiving Day in America today. Thanks, @BarackObama👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/lvCFpeEkYZ— Fernand R. Amandi (@AmandiOnAir) November 29, 2019
Giuliani’s work for the city of Kharkiv may also require FARA registration, given that Pavel Fuks, the Ukrainian mogul who paid Giuliani for the work, has said he understood he was hiring the former mayor to lobby in the US
Giuliani’s work for the city of Kharkiv may also require FARA registration, given that Pavel Fuks, the Ukrainian mogul who paid Giuliani for the work, has said he understood he was hiring the former mayor to lobby in the UShttps://t.co/ltAZKRwOFq— Thomass4217 (@ThomasS4217) November 28, 2019
Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre tells the BBC: 'Only one of us telling the truth'
"He knows what happened, I know what happened. And there's only one of us telling the truth," Virginia Roberts Giuffre told the BBC. https://t.co/mjEgCam6ZD— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) November 29, 2019
We’re headed for a crisis on the Korean Peninsula. The administration isn’t ready.
We’re headed for a crisis on the Korean Peninsula. The administration isn’t ready. https://t.co/5RDy5blXnu by me @PostOpinions— Josh Rogin (@joshrogin) November 28, 2019
U.S. gun owners are angling for their first Supreme Court win in a decade after Donald Trump packed the bench
U.S. gun owners are angling for their first Supreme Court win in a decade after Donald Trump packed the bench https://t.co/9Z7mGxT11k— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) November 29, 2019
Evidence stirs doubt about Sondland claims about Trump phone call
Evidence stirs doubt about Sondland claims about Trump phone call https://t.co/X5mVJtoVmY via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) November 29, 2019
Trump talks with the Taliban, let’s ISIS fighters escape, gives Kim Jong Un the global attn he craves... All roads lead to Putin. Making our enemies stronger is a strategy benefiting Russia, not the US. Trump works in the best interests of Putin & the cost is our Natl Security
Trump talks with the Taliban, let’s ISIS fighters escape, gives Kim Jong Un the global attn he craves...— Alison Greene (@GrassrootsSpeak) November 29, 2019
All roads lead to Putin.
Making our enemies stronger is a strategy benefiting Russia, not the US. Trump works in the best interests of Putin & the cost is our Natl Security
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