“This is a statement of the Congress of the US and I will not have that statement be diminished by whether the president will veto it or not,” Pelosi said. https://t.co/kfEoawNuA6— blmohr (@blmohr) January 9, 2020
Thursday, January 9, 2020
“This is a statement of the Congress of the US and I will not have that statement be diminished by whether the president will veto it or not,” Pelosi said.
JUST IN: The House has voted to approve a resolution aimed at restraining the President's ability to use military action against Iran without congressional approval
JUST IN: The House has voted to approve a resolution aimed at restraining the President's ability to use military action against Iran without congressional approval https://t.co/S0aDcEt0qk— CNN (@CNN) January 9, 2020
New York City Bar Association asks Congress to investigate U.S. Attorney General William Barr
I'm proud to serve on this task force, which today asked Congress for a formal inquiry into the recent egregious conduct by AG Bill Barr.— Jennifer Rodgers (@JenGRodgers) January 9, 2020
New York City Bar Association asks Congress to investigate U.S. Attorney General William Barr https://t.co/zsaa4kNq0s via @bpolitics
If McConnell does this, redraft the articles, vote on them again, and start over. At some point, the Kentucky Gravedigger of Democracy has to face some opposition somewhere.
If McConnell does this, redraft the articles, vote on them again, and start over. At some point, the Kentucky Gravedigger of Democracy has to face some opposition somewhere. https://t.co/FerOQk1I23— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) January 9, 2020
Nancy Pelosi on holding the articles of impeachment: "I'll send them over when I'm ready."
Nancy Pelosi on holding the articles of impeachment: "I'll send them over when I'm ready." pic.twitter.com/P78SZauwYE— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 9, 2020
“The New York City Bar Association has asked Congress to investigate Barr, saying his recent actions & statements have positioned the DOJ & its prosecutors as “political partisans willing to use the levers of govt to empower certain groups over others.”
“The New York City Bar Association has asked Congress to investigate Barr, saying his recent actions & statements have positioned the DOJ & its prosecutors as “political partisans willing to use the levers of govt to empower certain groups over others.” https://t.co/UyZwsPwbRv— blmohr (@blmohr) January 9, 2020
One Russian paper today argues that “Russia is the main beneficiary of the US-Iranian confrontation. By weakening each other, Washington and Tehran are broadening Moscow’s corridor of possibilities in the Middle East.”
Ya don't say. https://t.co/AShKyY4S2a— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 9, 2020
IMO, the most powerful investigation into AGBarr would focus on his handling of inmate Jeffrey Epstein, while in his care. Worth it for the imploding MAGA heads alone, when their “Epstein didn’t kill himself” hashtag crashes into Trump’s AG accountability.
IMO, the most powerful investigation into AGBarr would focus on his handling of inmate Jeffrey Epstein, while in his care. Worth it for the imploding MAGA heads alone, when their “Epstein didn’t kill himself” hashtag crashes into Trump’s AG accountability. https://t.co/uvdvVehY72— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) January 9, 2020
NEW: Federal officials revealed that video of the cell where Jeffrey Epstein reportedly made his first suicide attempt was accidentally destroyed
NEW: Federal officials revealed that video of the cell where Jeffrey Epstein reportedly made his first suicide attempt was accidentally destroyed https://t.co/LgGCvAGhBC— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) January 9, 2020
Pelosi says "no" they don't need to move expeditiously on sending the articles to the Senate when I asked her to reconcile the delay with Dems calling Trump a "clear and present danger." She also quips that McConnell is the clear and present danger
Pelosi says "no" they don't need to move expeditiously on sending the articles to the Senate when I asked her to reconcile the delay with Dems calling Trump a "clear and present danger." She also quips that McConnell is the clear and present danger pic.twitter.com/ThK2sfa0Qp— Manu Raju (@mkraju) January 9, 2020
New - This is pretty bad. The FCC funds a program offering free Android phones to low-income people. The Android phones come pre-loaded with Chinese malware... that you can't remove.
New - This is pretty bad.— Thomas Brewster (@iblametom) January 9, 2020
The FCC funds a program offering free Android phones to low-income people.
The Android phones come pre-loaded with Chinese malware... that you can't remove.
Wtf.https://t.co/DTSW1u1GMR
The Iranians look like right idiots shooting down a civilian airliner that had just left one of their major airports 2 min prior. It will be interesting if Tehran now releases the black boxes, unless they have more to hide
The Iranians look like right idiots shooting down a civilian airliner that had just left one of their major airports 2 min prior. It will be interesting if Tehran now releases the black boxes, unless they have more to hide— Pete EVANS (@911CORLEBRA777) January 9, 2020
cc@thespybrief @ericgarland https://t.co/A1cdGGflrF
Trump signaling here that even if Bolton were to testify before the Senate, WH would move to limit his testimony
Trump signaling here that even if Bolton were to testify before the Senate, WH would move to limit his testimony https://t.co/QEPLS7SNAx— Manu Raju (@mkraju) January 9, 2020
#BREAKING: @CBSNews has learned U.S. officials are confident that Iran shot down a Ukrainian jetliner in the hours after the Iranian missile attack on U.S. targets. 176 people were killed, including at least 63 Canadians.
#BREAKING: @CBSNews has learned U.S. officials are confident that Iran shot down a Ukrainian jetliner in the hours after the Iranian missile attack on U.S. targets.— CBS This Morning (@CBSThisMorning) January 9, 2020
176 people were killed, including at least 63 Canadians. pic.twitter.com/g149hAcui0
JUST IN: Prosecutor took campaign donations from sex offender's family, then pressed for a controversial pardon that Bevin granted
JUST IN: Prosecutor took campaign donations from sex offender's family, then pressed for a controversial pardon that Bevin granted: https://t.co/kNFGnzU907 via @courierjournal— Joe Sonka 😐 (@joesonka) January 9, 2020
Sarah Sanders can’t think of anything dumber than the Constitution.
Sarah Sanders can’t think of anything dumber than the Constitution. https://t.co/XmODOrcq1a— Justin Amash (@justinamash) January 9, 2020
Evangelical leaders who lay their loyalty and faith on the altar of @realDonaldTrump are betraying their congregants and their country.
Evangelical leaders who lay their loyalty and faith on the altar of @realDonaldTrump are betraying their congregants and their country. https://t.co/2n34Y2ftxH— The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) January 9, 2020
Jay Sekulow, Pat Cipollone Will Defend Trump at Impeachment Trial.
Jay Sekulow, Pat Cipollone Will Defend Trump at Impeachment Trial. https://t.co/VZc0HjSTx8— D.K.R. Boyd (@ReflectingMan) January 9, 2020
The story of the Iran nuclear deal is actually simply: Obama placed enormous sanctions on Iran that would only be lifted if Iran gave up their nuclear program. Iran gave up their nuclear program with unprecedented verification. Obama lifted those sanctions. Trump hates Obama.
The story of the Iran nuclear deal is actually simply:— Jesse Lee (@JesseCharlesLee) January 9, 2020
Obama placed enormous sanctions on Iran that would only be lifted if Iran gave up their nuclear program.
Iran gave up their nuclear program with unprecedented verification.
Obama lifted those sanctions.
Trump hates Obama.
At last, we get to discuss Trump SoHo, Felix Sater, and the Trumps committing crimes.
At last, we get to discuss Trump SoHo, Felix Sater, and the Trumps committing crimes. 😈 https://t.co/R1hz624ML7— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) January 9, 2020
No, it’s not a cult.
No, it’s not a cult. https://t.co/1ZT0k2y8UP— The Schoenfeld Organization (@gabeschoenfeld) January 9, 2020
Throw Susan Collins the hell out of the Senate by electing Democrat @SaraGideon
Throw Susan Collins the hell out of the Senate by electing Democrat @SaraGideon https://t.co/D426E04upP— Adam Parkhomenko (@AdamParkhomenko) January 8, 2020
In a just society, the architects of the Iraq war — which has left a half-million people dead — would face war crimes charges. Instead, they’re “experts” praising Trump’s decision to assassinate Soleimani and offering insight on the way forward with Iran.
In a just society, the architects of the Iraq war — which has left a half-million people dead — would face war crimes charges. Instead, they’re “experts” praising Trump’s decision to assassinate Soleimani and offering insight on the way forward with Iran. https://t.co/KJok20pKzT— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) January 9, 2020
Two-thirds of Puerto Rico without power and quarter without running water, after strongest quake to hit island in 102 years
Two-thirds of Puerto Rico without power and quarter without running water, after strongest quake to hit island in 102 yearshttps://t.co/YT4bxqQM0M— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) January 9, 2020
Mike Pence urges public to blindly trust Trump: "To protect sources & methods we're simply not able to share with every member of Congress the intelligence that supported the president's decision ... [but] I can assure your viewers that there was a threat of an imminent attack."
Mike Pence urges public to blindly trust Trump: "To protect sources & methods we're simply not able to share with every member of Congress the intelligence that supported the president's decision ... [but] I can assure your viewers that there was a threat of an imminent attack." pic.twitter.com/r5DnB5U7Uh— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) January 9, 2020
Schumer: "I have called for the Senate to issue subpoenas for relevant docs and testimony from four current and former senior members of the admin with firsthand knowledge of the delay of military assistance to Ukraine and the efforts to pressure Ukraine."
Schumer: "I have called for the Senate to issue subpoenas for relevant docs and testimony from four current and former senior members of the admin with firsthand knowledge of the delay of military assistance to Ukraine and the efforts to pressure Ukraine." https://t.co/Don5NK1e4i— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 9, 2020
"President Trump has aligned himself with a false gospel. Both he and it promise you'll get what you want if you do what they want,"
"President Trump has aligned himself with a false gospel. Both he and it promise you'll get what you want if you do what they want," says @BrendanClarey in @usatodayopinion https://t.co/eCfI4qT7e9— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) January 9, 2020
Republican leadership has assigned Georgia's new interim senator to a committee that oversees the federal agency that regulates her husbands business
Republican leadership has assigned Georgia's new interim senator to a committee that oversees the federal agency that regulates her husbands business https://t.co/KeLrO3PkZJ— Robert Maguire (@RobertMaguire_) January 8, 2020
Not sure that praising camping out in freezing weather to hear Sniffy McAdderall snuffle his way through a few dozen lies is a helpful endorsement of your party, but whatever.
Not sure that praising camping out in freezing weather to hear Sniffy McAdderall snuffle his way through a few dozen lies is a helpful endorsement of your party, but whatever. https://t.co/R4lDdEC22S— Real Fake P0TUS (@RF_P0TUS) January 9, 2020
Who needs democracy when you can remember to wish your friend from high school who bullied you and you haven't spoken to in 15 years a happy birthday?
Who needs democracy when you can remember to wish your friend from high school who bullied you and you haven't spoken to in 15 years a happy birthday?— 🐘Jazzie🐘 (@baddogs4343) January 9, 2020
Andrea Mitchell: Trump has 'the worst national security team I've ever seen'
Andrea Mitchell: Trump has 'the worst national security team I've ever seen' https://t.co/xXkWc6OnMo— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) January 9, 2020
FALSE. Conservatives Mike Lee and Rand Paul confirmed there was nothing even remotely "compelling" about the briefing and that important questions were NOT answered. If @marcorubio will lie about this, you can no longer believe anything he says.
FALSE. Conservatives Mike Lee and Rand Paul confirmed there was nothing even remotely "compelling" about the briefing and that important questions were NOT answered.— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) January 9, 2020
If @marcorubio will lie about this, you can no longer believe anything he says. pic.twitter.com/cdh7ipagH8 https://t.co/9sSYZCydul
Monday night, both Murkowski and Collins said that there’s no need at all for taking former national security adviser John Bolton up on his offer to testify in an impeachment trial of Trump in the Senate, or for any witnesses at all to talk to them. They are backing Majority
Monday night, both Murkowski and Collins said that there’s no need at all for taking former national security adviser John Bolton up on his offer to testify in an impeachment trial of Trump in the Senate, or for any witnesses at all to talk to them. They are backing Majority— ANITAFELLOWS (@An3ita5) January 9, 2020
What Will Happen to Trump’s Republican Collaborators?
What Will Happen to Trump’s Republican Collaborators? https://t.co/rMyaVoq0u2— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) January 8, 2020
It would be a shame to not point out that of the 7 bills Bernie has passed, 2 are to rename post offices and 1 was a Vermont state holiday. So he has only has 4 real bills enacted since 1991
It would be a shame to not point out that of the 7 bills Bernie has passed, 2 are to rename post offices and 1 was a Vermont state holiday.— Pinche-Pastor of Pizzazy Impeachment (@Pinche_Pi) January 8, 2020
So he has only has 4 real bills enacted since 1991 🤗 https://t.co/3m8uluxMxH
Russia attacked Ukraine 5 times yesterday, January 8th. Heaviest bombardments by the Russian invaders were against the Vil'nyi ("Free") farmstead: a settlement liberated by the Poroshenko gov't which lies NE of the Zolote "disengagement area" surrendered by the Zelenskyy gov't.
Russia attacked Ukraine 5 times yesterday, January 8th. Heaviest bombardments by the Russian invaders were against the Vil'nyi ("Free") farmstead: a settlement liberated by the Poroshenko gov't which lies NE of the Zolote "disengagement area" surrendered by the Zelenskyy gov't. pic.twitter.com/T5OtlbjmRX— Michael MacKay (@mhmck) January 9, 2020
“It’s unbelievable that this would find its way in the dark of night into this bill that’s not even being debated by the Senate, that’s giving away its authority to control and have oversight over this board.”
“It’s unbelievable that this would find its way in the dark of night into this bill that’s not even being debated by the Senate, that’s giving away its authority to control and have oversight over this board.” https://t.co/jJFOxbtIhF— blmohr (@blmohr) January 9, 2020
“If concern about climate change, the environment, or your personal health are motivating factors for you when it comes to deciding what you eat -- remember that those same issues are factors when it comes to food packaging,”
“If concern about climate change, the environment, or your personal health are motivating factors for you when it comes to deciding what you eat -- remember that those same issues are factors when it comes to food packaging,” -@eathere2, @foodprintorg.https://t.co/OrKMBRJ5Ji— Danielle Nierenberg (@DaniNierenberg) January 9, 2020
Real quid pro quo: McConnell keeps funds flowing to Collins' campaign, gets her vote on impeachment
Real quid pro quo: McConnell keeps funds flowing to Collins' campaign, gets her vote on impeachment https://t.co/E04AVAd9yU— Daniel J. McCarthy (@McArtichoke) January 8, 2020
A scoop from @AndreaWNYC: the Kushners lied on 1940s immigration forms to increase their chances. A totally defensible move. But also, a cruel irony, since Trump launched a "task force" to strip citizenship from immigrants who lied on citizenship docs.
A scoop from @AndreaWNYC: the Kushners lied on 1940s immigration forms to increase their chances.— Avi Asher-Schapiro (@AASchapiro) January 8, 2020
A totally defensible move. But also, a cruel irony, since Trump launched a "task force" to strip citizenship from immigrants who lied on citizenship docs. https://t.co/9uzCe5sqcw
We have hypersonic missiles under construction? Wha?
We have hypersonic missiles under construction? Wha?— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) January 8, 2020
Facebook has heard the criticism and has decided to keep letting Trump and other politicians lie in ads
I don’t know who needs to hear this but Facebook really really sucks https://t.co/D2lrTPb1V0— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) January 9, 2020
Here is my theory. Donnt Dimwit got Adderalled up at Maralago and trying to look tough in front of his friends, decided to murder QS. And announce it. His son went on public media bragging. Trump is a sociopath and deserves electric chair.
Here is my theory. Donnt Dimwit got Adderalled up at Maralago and trying to look tough in front of his friends, decided to murder QS. And announce it.— Cyn Resists (@CynResists) January 9, 2020
His son went on public media bragging.
Trump is a sociopath and deserves electric chair.
Anyone who has the opportunity to talk frankly to a large public about the President’s clear impairment and is not doing that will regret it later on, of that I am sure.
Anyone who has the opportunity to talk frankly to a large public about the President’s clear impairment and is not doing that will regret it later on, of that I am sure. https://t.co/L2dzHPOu1C— Ruth Ben-Ghiat (@ruthbenghiat) January 9, 2020
“Kamo Moskovsky, an alleged Russian organized crime kingpin, has been arrested in Ukraine on suspicion of illegal border-crossing and planning to obtain control over criminal groups in the country.”
“Ukrainian police said on January 9 that the 57-year-old male, a Russian citizen born in Georgia who is nicknamed Kamo Moskovsky, had been crowned in 1983 as "a thief by law," a title traditionally given among Russian-speaking criminal groups to kingpins.”— blmohr (@blmohr) January 9, 2020
To me the most important takeaway from Iran’s strike is just how precise their SRBMs were. Have to think even Iran was surprised and relieved. The accuracy revolution is real and no longer a monopoly of the US. This has huge implications for modern conflict, and limited war.
To me the most important takeaway from Iran’s strike is just how precise their SRBMs were. Have to think even Iran was surprised and relieved. The accuracy revolution is real and no longer a monopoly of the US. This has huge implications for modern conflict, and limited war. https://t.co/5g3XdYmUnd— Vipin Narang (@NarangVipin) January 9, 2020
NEW: Today Trump will propose exempting projects without significant federal funding from environmental reviews that have been required for 50 years, a major shift in national policy.
NEW: Today Trump will propose exempting projects without significant federal funding from environmental reviews that have been required for 50 years, a major shift in national policy. W/ @brady_dennis https://t.co/2SA7KHs60U— Juliet Eilperin (@eilperin) January 9, 2020
Here's Ainsley Earhardt on Fox News Channel laughing about Iran having "state-run television over there."
Here's Ainsley Earhardt on Fox News Channel laughing about Iran having "state-run television over there." pic.twitter.com/IJDhclEOhL— Bobby Lewis (@revrrlewis) January 9, 2020
Facebook: We won’t stop politicians from lying in ads on our platform
Facebook: We won’t stop politicians from lying in ads on our platform https://t.co/UCWA5BEMmW— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) January 9, 2020
Obama killed Bin Laden and we all cheered. Next
Obama killed Bin Laden and we all cheered. Next. https://t.co/mSHrMtAK3R— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) January 9, 2020
Yes, yes. You love war. We know.
Yes, yes. You love war. We know. https://t.co/dallw3ccp8— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) January 9, 2020
Reminder that Esper described the intel as “exquisite”.
Reminder that Esper described the intel as “exquisite”.— Bianna Golodryga (@biannagolodryga) January 8, 2020
‘What drugs is he on?’ Trump sparks concern by slurring and sniffling through Iran remarks Is Donald a druggie? A burned-out junkie?
‘What drugs is he on?’ Trump sparks concern by slurring and sniffling through Iran remarks— Stephanie Kennedy (@WordswithSteph) January 9, 2020
Is Donald a druggie?
A burned-out junkie? https://t.co/APmUeBXU1k
“Destroying 100% of ISIS.” ”Great and unmatched wisdom." "I am the chosen one." "What you are seeing and what you are reading is not what's happening." "I alone can fix it." "The press is the enemy of the people." This is the language of an authoritarian.
“Destroying 100% of ISIS.”— Robert Reich (@RBReich) January 8, 2020
”Great and unmatched wisdom."
"I am the chosen one."
"What you are seeing and what you are reading is not what's happening."
"I alone can fix it."
"The press is the enemy of the people."
This is the language of an authoritarian.
Trump allies fear ‘clown show’ if Jim Jordan or Matt Gaetz join impeachment defense team — but they might anyway
Send in the clowns. https://t.co/bcXVWu9cmQ— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) January 8, 2020
Australian authorities issue new warnings and evacuation notices across the country’s heavily populated southeast as monster bushfires regenerate
Australian authorities issue new warnings and evacuation notices across the country’s heavily populated southeast as monster bushfires regenerate https://t.co/15NIEtbHpZ @MartinPetty @SonaliPaul2 pic.twitter.com/PWsbN9ONOy— Reuters (@Reuters) January 9, 2020
From The Post's Editorial Board: The IRS is auditing a smaller proportion of tax returns. That’s a problem.
From The Post's Editorial Board: The IRS is auditing a smaller proportion of tax returns.— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 9, 2020
That’s a problem. https://t.co/p2LMAO0bN8
Ask your dad
Ask your dad🐮 https://t.co/eJIdKpEKGH pic.twitter.com/ze179KD9hq— Devin Nunes’ cow 🐮 (@DevinCow) January 9, 2020
The GOP has fixed the primary in Wisconsin just as in Minnesota. Wisconsin Republicans can’t vote for @GovBillWeld. Corrupt. President Trump will be the only Republican on Wisconsin's 2020 primary ballot.
The GOP has fixed the primary in Wisconsin just as in Minnesota.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) January 8, 2020
Wisconsin Republicans can’t vote for @GovBillWeld.
Corrupt.
President Trump will be the only Republican on Wisconsin's 2020 primary ballot. https://t.co/b3K5VlwH9c
So far Nancy has a whole lot better record dealing with trump than the senate democrats do. I’m with her. I’d be inclined To pull the impeachment back into House committees, enforce the subpoenas and Then send the whole thing over.
So far Nancy has a whole lot better record dealing with trump than the senate democrats do. I’m with her. I’d be inclined To pull the impeachment back into House committees, enforce the subpoenas and Then send the whole thing over. https://t.co/TU2JLchj8W— Howard Dean (@GovHowardDean) January 8, 2020
Oh, my God. If only, if only. Please, please watch this. Think of what the last three years would have been if only she had won.
Oh, my God. If only, if only. Please, please watch this. Think of what the last three years would have been if only she had won. https://t.co/hcVpYDRKsI— Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) January 9, 2020
Just as Christians wouldn’t want their lives to be dictated by Muslim beliefs or Wiccan principles, I do not want Christian “values” imposed on me. They can worship all they want, but please leave me out of it! Why is this so hard for evangelicals to grasp?
Just as Christians wouldn’t want their lives to be dictated by Muslim beliefs or Wiccan principles, I do not want Christian “values” imposed on me. They can worship all they want, but please leave me out of it! Why is this so hard for evangelicals to grasp?— Robin Masters (@Robin_Blue19) January 8, 2020
LIVE: Hong Kong Exchanges CEO Charles Li says what makes Hong Kong great is 'one country, two systems'
LIVE: Hong Kong Exchanges CEO Charles Li says what makes Hong Kong great is 'one country, two systems' https://t.co/8SFtU9WDTY #BVPredicts— Reuters (@Reuters) January 9, 2020
Read up from this tweet and behold the people who run the companies that will guide us to our doom.
Read up from this tweet and behold the people who run the companies that will guide us to our doom. https://t.co/n6G801dlv9— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) January 9, 2020
Trump urged NATO “to become more involved in the Middle East” during a phone call with the alliance's Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg
Trump urged NATO “to become more involved in the Middle East” during a phone call with the alliance's Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberghttps://t.co/vnVDCXWS6j— POLITICO (@politico) January 9, 2020
This is the 4th time today FOX News has baselessly vilified/dehumanized Democrats on the air. This is dangerous. See Rwanda. They need to STOP.
This is the 4th time today FOX News has baselessly vilified/dehumanized Democrats on the air.— Melissa Jo Peltier (@MelissaJPeltier) January 9, 2020
This is dangerous. See Rwanda.
They need to STOP. https://t.co/vAbYELV1Cd
The House of Representatives is set to vote today on a resolution aimed at restraining Trump's ability to use military action against Iran without congressional approval
The House of Representatives is set to vote today on a resolution aimed at restraining Trump's ability to use military action against Iran without congressional approval https://t.co/xkBtbbiY2R— CNN (@CNN) January 9, 2020
Just saying that I never once heard of anyone in White House in 8 years ever having to run to a lawyer after talking to President Obama (much less have to lawyer up). For Trump, he’s like a Full Employment Act for lawyers.
Just saying that I never once heard of anyone in White House in 8 years ever having to run to a lawyer after talking to President Obama (much less have to lawyer up).— Neal Katyal (@neal_katyal) January 9, 2020
For Trump, he’s like a Full Employment Act for lawyers. https://t.co/DXMOoqGu2g
Lindsey Graham: ‘You’re empowering the enemy’. Lindsey don’t get it. Trump IS the enemy.
Lindsey Graham: ‘You’re empowering the enemy’.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) January 9, 2020
Lindsey don’t get it. Trump IS the enemy. https://t.co/TcisHtCtrH
Headline Translation: Jury Foreman, meets defendant at his residence to coach him on how the trial will be run.
Headline Translation: Jury Foreman, meets defendant at his residence to coach him on how the trial will be run. https://t.co/ZRSGw5yqSN— BadDude.SimoHayha😠 (@ChiefCovfefe) January 9, 2020
This display of independent thinking is precisely why McConnell does not want witnesses at Trump's Senate trial.
This display of independent thinking is precisely why McConnell does not want witnesses at Trump's Senate trial. https://t.co/uKUrnJqRd7— Tami Burages (@tburages) January 8, 2020
“Trump’s real-estate business is telling potential bidders for its marquee Wash-ington hotel that they have until Jan. 23 to make an offer, advancing a potential sale to the next stage.”
“Trump’s real-estate business is telling potential bidders for its marquee Wash-ington hotel that they have until Jan. 23 to make an offer, advancing a potential sale to the next stage.” https://t.co/QYDYYOFifn— blmohr (@blmohr) January 8, 2020
Here is ABC’s trailer. Take note a few seconds in ...watch the sequence when the women (same victims in the Herald’s doc) list their ages...same photos..same construction. Really ABC? It took you a year to do a rehash of other journalists’ work?
Here is ABC’s trailer. Take note a few seconds in ...watch the sequence when the women (same victims in the Herald’s doc) list their ages...same photos..same construction. Really ABC? It took you a year to do a rehash of other journalists’ work? https://t.co/PJtrqZaxA6— julie k. brown (@jkbjournalist) January 9, 2020
To stack tools at Home Depot you have to pass a drug test. To become the man who carries nuclear codes that could destroy the world, you apparently don't need doodly-squat.
To stack tools at Home Depot you have to pass a drug test. To become the man who carries nuclear codes that could destroy the world, you apparently don't need doodly-squat. pic.twitter.com/LGhjYFsYEq— Mark Munkittrick (@oprman) January 8, 2020
In Statement Ukrainian International Airlines says: “Given the crew's experience, error probability is minimal. We do not even consider such a chance.” 1) The Captain Volodymyr Gaponenko, 11600 hours on Boeing 737 aircraft including 5500 hours as captain.
In Statement Ukrainian International Airlines says: “Given the crew's experience, error probability is minimal. We do not even consider such a chance.”— Shimon Prokupecz (@ShimonPro) January 8, 2020
1) The Captain Volodymyr Gaponenko, 11600 hours on Boeing 737 aircraft including 5500 hours as captain.
Okay seriously @gop. These are not slips of the tongue. He's fucking high! Do you have any idea how bad we look in the world's eyes right now? We are a laughingstock.
Okay seriously @gop. These are not slips of the tongue.— Fourteenstories (@JasonQuinter) January 8, 2020
He's fucking high!
Do you have any idea how bad we look in the world's eyes right now? We are a laughingstock. https://t.co/ZryDYE6i5K
President Donald Trump's showdown with Iran mercifully ended short of a full-blown war. But the near miss did nothing to defuse a confrontation almost certain to boil up again soon.
President Donald Trump's showdown with Iran mercifully ended short of a full-blown war. But the near miss did nothing to defuse a confrontation almost certain to boil up again soon. | Analysis by @StCollinson https://t.co/T7HuJPlpIO— CNN (@CNN) January 9, 2020
The Mike Lee comments are amazing because they make every other Republican who came out of the briefing praising it look like sycophantic morons
The Mike Lee comments are amazing because they make every other Republican who came out of the briefing praising it look like sycophantic morons— Acyn Torabi (@Acyn) January 8, 2020
Alright #Resistance: I’m a Progressive Dem running against Jim Jordan 🤡 for Congress. We have 44.5k followers. Let’s get to 50k TODAY and send a message - fire Jordan!
Alright #Resistance: I’m a Progressive Dem running against Jim Jordan 🤡 for Congress. We have 44.5k followers. Let’s get to 50k TODAY and send a message - fire Jordan!— Mike Larsen for Congress (@MikeLarsenOH) January 8, 2020
Who’s in? Retweet and follow! #OhioMike
"Adderall," slurring," and "Teleprompter" are all in the top 20 Twitter trends in the US. It's almost like people are waking up to the fact that something is seriously off about the president's affect, cognition, and communication.
"Adderall," slurring," and "Teleprompter" are all in the top 20 Twitter trends in the US.— Mike Rothschild (@rothschildmd) January 8, 2020
It's almost like people are waking up to the fact that something is seriously off about the president's affect, cognition, and communication.
Our kids are feeling the stress and need help.
Our kids are feeling the stress and need help. https://t.co/nl2KQzy2H5— Roxy (@roxydavis99) January 8, 2020
The thing that’s so interesting about this is that Tulsi is still pretending to be a Democrat
The thing that’s so interesting about this is that Tulsi is still pretending to be a Democrat https://t.co/wP8rB0D0lD— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) January 9, 2020
The latest Reuters-Ipsos poll shows that 54 percent of adults disapprove of Trump’s handling of Iran, up 9 points from a poll in mid-December.
The latest Reuters-Ipsos poll shows that 54 percent of adults disapprove of Trump’s handling of Iran, up 9 points from a poll in mid-December. https://t.co/5nfXvyy6Gi— Jennifer Rubin (@JRubinBlogger) January 8, 2020
Facebook won’t limit how politicians target ads or lie to voters under new rules
Do you want democracy or memes?
Facebook won’t limit how politicians target ads or lie to voters under new rules https://t.co/WNPTgEqxn1— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 9, 2020
The President Of The United States is high on national television. This is @realDonaldTrump
What is wrong with him? Watch this short clip. I swear, if this were any other president, especially a democratic one, there would be hearings about his health, and lots and lots of NYT stories. How many times does a 73 year old man have to have slurred speech before people care? https://t.co/YDeKYaatwG— John Aravosis🇺🇸 (@aravosis) January 9, 2020
I've been seeing how Russian disinformation micro-targets US servicemembers, vets and their families since my time at DOD. But it seems the Trump administration doesn't care.
I've been seeing how Russian disinformation micro-targets US servicemembers, vets and their families since my time at DOD. But it seems the Trump administration doesn't care. (cc: @MollyMcKew) https://t.co/LxYQcyUgjJ— Michael Carpenter (@mikercarpenter) January 8, 2020
Every day. Every single day things are coming to light that the #Trump administration tried to block. To prove his innocence. Newly released docs reveal the lengths to which the Trump administration tried to stop Ukraine ambassador from testifying
Every day. Every single day things are coming to light that the #Trump administration tried to block.— Mr. Spock 🖖 (Commentary) (@SpockResists) January 9, 2020
To prove his innocence.
Newly released docs reveal the lengths to which the Trump administration tried to stop Ukraine ambassador from testifying https://t.co/zRaN5w7egi
I only know of one guy who has attacked gold star families.
I only know of one guy who has attacked gold star families. https://t.co/NSq7gD43LT— Matt Lewis (@mattklewis) January 9, 2020
Reminder that as this crisis escalates, we have no Director of National Intelligence, no Dep Dir, no Homeland Security Secretary, no Dep Sec, no head of CBP or ICE, no State Dept Under Sec of Arms Control, no Asst Sec for Europe, and no Navy Sec.
Reminder that as this crisis escalates, we have no Director of National Intelligence, no Dep Dir, no Homeland Security Secretary, no Dep Sec, no head of CBP or ICE, no State Dept Under Sec of Arms Control, no Asst Sec for Europe, and no Navy Sec.— Garrett M. Graff (@vermontgmg) January 8, 2020
"re-education golf", great way to put it. Whenever Lindsey wanders too far away off-leash, Trump reins him in with a round of re-education golf. Trump is an expert at blackmail, and he obviously has something very ugly hanging over Lindsey's head.
"re-education golf", great way to put it.— Claude VanCity (@vancitydwell) January 9, 2020
Whenever Lindsey wanders too far away off-leash, Trump reins him in with a round of re-education golf. Trump is an expert at blackmail, and he obviously has something very ugly hanging over Lindsey's head. https://t.co/t6hnO1Yq3T
In reality, Trump's speech was incoherent (as usual), with constant sniffing and mispronouncing words
In reality, Trump's speech was incoherent (as usual), with constant sniffing and mispronouncing words. https://t.co/a6lJHMUYqk— Claude VanCity (@vancitydwell) January 9, 2020
Mitch runs the country and destroys it from within whilst we are all distracted by a clown. President Mitch McConnell
Mitch runs the country and destroys it from within whilst we are all distracted by a clown.— Mr. Spock 🖖 (Commentary) (@SpockResists) January 9, 2020
President Mitch McConnell https://t.co/H92xS0ZTPi
“Sophomoric and utterly unconvincing” “I was utterly unpersuaded about any evidence about the imminence of a threat that was new or compelling.” Rep. Gerry Connolly, member of House Foreign Affairs Committee
“Sophomoric and utterly unconvincing”— Ryan Goodman (@rgoodlaw) January 8, 2020
“I was utterly unpersuaded about any evidence about the imminence of a threat that was new or compelling.”
Rep. Gerry Connolly, member of House Foreign Affairs Committee
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Reminder: Per the Mueller report and our 302s, McFarland was so concerned by a request from the president at the end of her tenure as deputy NSA that she consulted a top NSC lawyer & wrote a memo about the request that Mueller's team eventually obtained.
Reminder: Per the Mueller report and our 302s, McFarland was so concerned by a request from the president at the end of her tenure as deputy NSA that she consulted a top NSC lawyer & wrote a memo about the request that Mueller's team eventually obtained. https://t.co/a4gTX1P3TT pic.twitter.com/730pzhAs3U— Emma Loop (@LoopEmma) January 9, 2020
Melania Trump Savagely Mocked After Sitting in Oval Office Meeting — ‘Why is She There?’
Melania Trump Savagely Mocked After Sitting in Oval Office Meeting — ‘Why is She There?’ https://t.co/lg8ZZYoIeI— The Resistance 🇺🇸 (@NightlyPolitics) January 8, 2020
How does Trump walk away without taking any questions? This has the feel of a made-for-TV vanity project, not an effort to inform his fellow citizens of the facts during a time of crisis.
How does Trump walk away without taking any questions? This has the feel of a made-for-TV vanity project, not an effort to inform his fellow citizens of the facts during a time of crisis. https://t.co/WjXRh5SctQ— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) January 8, 2020
Poll: Only 29 percent of people worldwide are confident in Trump to do the right thing
Poll: Only 29 percent of people worldwide are confident in Trump to do the right thinghttps://t.co/edgSfwrY10— POLITICO (@politico) January 9, 2020
Be honest: Who’ll be surprised if the “imminent threat” turns out to be a lie just like the “perfect phone call?” I hope I’m wrong, but...
Be honest: Who’ll be surprised if the “imminent threat” turns out to be a lie just like the “perfect phone call?” I hope I’m wrong, but... https://t.co/GmRopTBYHB— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) January 8, 2020
This could not be more serious: According ti members of both parties, the Trump admin today gave a briefing to Congress that included no intelligence justifying his unprecedented airstike on a civilian airport, then threatened members of Congress not to critique their actions.
This could not be more serious: According ti members of both parties, the Trump admin today gave a briefing to Congress that included no intelligence justifying his unprecedented airstike on a civilian airport, then threatened members of Congress not to critique their actions. https://t.co/Pl8sqBta9J— Joseph Robertson (@poet_economist) January 9, 2020
On whether Obama admin paid for missiles that hit Iraqi bases per @realDonaldTrump, @AmbassadorRice: "This is another series of despicable lies by President Trump. Fact that 3 years after taking office he remains obsessed w/ Pres Obama shows (his) extreme weakness & insecurity."
On whether Obama admin paid for missiles that hit Iraqi bases per @realDonaldTrump, @AmbassadorRice: "This is another series of despicable lies by President Trump. Fact that 3 years after taking office he remains obsessed w/ Pres Obama shows (his) extreme weakness & insecurity."— Andrea Mitchell (@mitchellreports) January 8, 2020
Trump hoped killing an Iranian terror commander would rally Americans to his flag. Nope.
Trump hoped killing an Iranian terror commander would rally Americans to his flag. Nope. Latest in @TheAtlantic https://t.co/8sqxCGwZrr— David Frum (@davidfrum) January 8, 2020
"Can we ask you about the Iran briefing?" "Some people are calling it the worst briefing they've ever gotten."@SpeakerPelosi: "Well there's stiff competition for that from this administration."
"Can we ask you about the Iran briefing?"— Minh Ngo (@minhtngo) January 9, 2020
"Some people are calling it the worst briefing they've ever gotten."@SpeakerPelosi: "Well there's stiff competition for that from this administration." 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/T9k1TykKgB
As I said on @ErinBurnett @cnn last night before all the commentary of “the Iranians were just sending a message.” No, you don’t shoot over a dozen missiles to avoid casualties. The current pablum on this is amateurish
As I said on @ErinBurnett @cnn last night before all the commentary of “the Iranians were just sending a message.” No, you don’t shoot over a dozen missiles to avoid casualties. The current pablum on this is amateurish. https://t.co/rIuKPUHnIO— Mark Hertling (@MarkHertling) January 9, 2020
We still know little about how much $ the federal govt has paid @realdonaldtrump's businesses: records have been released so slowly that we're just now learning about 2017. If you know something, let's talk...fahrenthold@washpost.com
We still know little about how much $ the federal govt has paid @realdonaldtrump's businesses: records have been released so slowly that we're just now learning about 2017.— David Fahrenthold (@Fahrenthold) January 8, 2020
If you know something, let's talk...fahrenthold@washpost.com https://t.co/FZ5w98stGx
The Trump administration wants to delay disclosing the amount the Secret Service spends protecting Trump and his family until after the election. Hiding costs from voters is not the kind of thing you do if everything is above board.
The Trump administration wants to delay disclosing the amount the Secret Service spends protecting Trump and his family until after the election.— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) January 8, 2020
Hiding costs from voters is not the kind of thing you do if everything is above board. https://t.co/AQ1IMQIrEI
"Music-streaming giant Spotify is host to dozens of user-generated playlists with titles praising Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler, mocking Holocaust victims, and featuring photos of swastikas and white nationalist hate symbols." @Spotify. Do better, please
"Music-streaming giant Spotify is host to dozens of user-generated playlists with titles praising Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler, mocking Holocaust victims, and featuring photos of swastikas and white nationalist hate symbols." @Spotify. Do better, please.https://t.co/fSat9NZf55— Auschwitz Memorial (@AuschwitzMuseum) January 9, 2020
"Trump is threatening to leave the party if we don't treat him fairly. Here's my advice to @realDonaldTrump if you can't take it, leave."
"Trump is threatening to leave the party if we don't treat him fairly. Here's my advice to @realDonaldTrump if you can't take it, leave." pic.twitter.com/UKm7Injm2m— Lindsey Graham’s (fake) Conscience (@LGsConscience) January 8, 2020
Folks, prior impeachment trials set no precedents regarding rules and procedure. Unlike during the Clinton investigation, Pres. Trump has blocked witnesses and documents. We shouldn't compare the two or adopt the same rules.
Folks, prior impeachment trials set no precedents regarding rules and procedure. Unlike during the Clinton investigation, Pres. Trump has blocked witnesses and documents. We shouldn't compare the two or adopt the same rules. pic.twitter.com/shxjjVqZg9— Doug Jones (@SenDougJones) January 8, 2020
JUST IN: GOP Sen. Mike Lee says classified briefing on Iran was "probably the worst briefing I've seen, at least on a military issue, in the nine years I've served in the United States Senate."
JUST IN: GOP Sen. Mike Lee says classified briefing on Iran was "probably the worst briefing I've seen, at least on a military issue, in the nine years I've served in the United States Senate." https://t.co/iI3HHGfReL pic.twitter.com/eRxVJva9M4— ABC News (@ABC) January 8, 2020
It’s like a retired booking agent took out a dusty old Rolodex with the names of everyone who got it completely wrong in 2003 and is now just flooding the airwaves with a reboot of their godawful advice.
It’s like a retired booking agent took out a dusty old Rolodex with the names of everyone who got it completely wrong in 2003 and is now just flooding the airwaves with a reboot of their godawful advice. https://t.co/61KFICpCdI— Kevin M. Kruse (@KevinMKruse) January 9, 2020
Did any broadcast network note that the president’s speech this morning seemed... off? I know NBC didn’t. Seemed pretty obvious, no?
Did any broadcast network note that the president’s speech this morning seemed... off? I know NBC didn’t. Seemed pretty obvious, no?— Jeff Greenfield (@greenfield64) January 9, 2020
“Insulting and demeaning to the Constitution”
“Insulting and demeaning to the Constitution” pic.twitter.com/YeE68qmJre— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) January 8, 2020
Sen. Mike Lee said he now plans to vote in favor of the war powers resolution from Tim Kaine. "That briefing changed my mind." Sen. Rand Paul, standing next to Lee, concurred, saying, "Today, this is Sen. Lee and I saying, we are not abdicating our duty."
Sen. Mike Lee said he now plans to vote in favor of the war powers resolution from Tim Kaine. "That briefing changed my mind."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 8, 2020
Sen. Rand Paul, standing next to Lee, concurred, saying, "Today, this is Sen. Lee and I saying, we are not abdicating our duty." https://t.co/wILtT8ClGp
I’m really having a hard time coming to terms with agreeing with Rand Paul. Just me?
I’m really having a hard time coming to terms with agreeing with Rand Paul. Just me? https://t.co/8DLT1lHvzI— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) January 8, 2020
THREAD: 1/ The assertion by Lindsay Graham that today’s bizarre performance by Sniffles The Clown was on par with “Tear Down This Wall” is part of the Saddamification of the GOP. What are the new rules?
2/— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 9, 2020
- Never be the first guy to stop clapping when Trump speaks.
- It is always the Year Zero; memory and consistency is the enemy of loyalty in the Trump world.
- Your superlatives are insufficient. Praising Trump properly demands a new vocabulary of obsequiousness.
4/ - Even when he’s wrong (and he’s almost always wrong), race for the TV cameras to proclaim that you and everyone else was simply unable to grasp the sublime complexity of his 47-dimensional chess game.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 9, 2020
6/ - Never forget that if you don’t suck the chrome off the metaphorical trailer hitch, someone else in Washington will. It is a city without elected heroes.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 9, 2020
- He will let you die in prison. Prepare accordingly.
7/ - Snitch of get snitched on. Trust no one. Lie constantly. Don’t sleep in the same place more than two nights. Moscow rules.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 9, 2020
I don’t know why so many of my colleagues are reluctant to say in print or on the air what many of us saw in the room during today’s Iran speech. @realDonaldTrump appeared sedated. He slurred his speech and had trouble pronouncing words. He sniffed constantly. Why?
I don’t know why so many of my colleagues are reluctant to say in print or on the air what many of us saw in the room during today’s Iran speech. @realDonaldTrump appeared sedated.— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) January 9, 2020
He slurred his speech and had trouble pronouncing words.
He sniffed constantly.
Why? https://t.co/rNaQBxCrGp
Trump deleted his tweets about targeting 52 sites. All of his tweets about Iran.
Trump deleted his tweets about targeting 52 sites. All of his tweets about Iran.— Barbara Marshall (@BBbmarsh) January 9, 2020
Rand Paul responds to Lindsey Graham on CNN: "I think it’s sad when people have this fake sort of drape of patriotism and anybody that disagrees with them is not a patriot ... He insults the constitution ... by making light of it ... I think that’s a low gutter type of response."
Rand Paul responds to Lindsey Graham on CNN: "I think it’s sad when people have this fake sort of drape of patriotism and anybody that disagrees with them is not a patriot ... He insults the constitution ... by making light of it ... I think that’s a low gutter type of response."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 9, 2020
According to the Daily Kos, supposedly "bipartisan" Senator Susan Collins will support Moscow Mitch right down the line: no witnesses, quick show trial, Trump found innocent. Hey hey, ho ho, Susan Collins has to go. — Stephen King
According to the Daily Kos, supposedly "bipartisan" Senator Susan Collins will support Moscow Mitch right down the line: no witnesses, quick show trial, Trump found innocent.— Stephen King (@StephenKing) January 9, 2020
Hey hey, ho ho, Susan Collins has to go.
The victory that Republicans seem to be claiming is that Trump convinced Iran to stop attacking the U.S. 2 problems with this: (1) It’s not true. They hit us hard last night and DoD says they were aiming to kill us. (2) When Obama left, the Iranians weren’t shooting at us.
The victory that Republicans seem to be claiming is that Trump convinced Iran to stop attacking the U.S.— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) January 9, 2020
2 problems with this:
(1) It’s not true. They hit us hard last night and DoD says they were aiming to kill us.
(2) When Obama left, the Iranians weren’t shooting at us.
Senator Mitch McConnell: 1 year ago today, the House introduced the bipartisan, universal background checks bill. 315 days ago, the House passed the bill and sent it to the Senate. Why won’t you allow a vote? Americans want us to pass #HR8 NOW. It would save lives.
Senator Mitch McConnell:— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) January 9, 2020
1 year ago today, the House introduced the bipartisan, universal background checks bill.
315 days ago, the House passed the bill and sent it to the Senate.
Why won’t you allow a vote?
Americans want us to pass #HR8 NOW.
It would save lives.
John Kerry: "It is an outright lie by the president" that Iran was given $150 billion, "they were not."
John Kerry: "It is an outright lie by the president" that Iran was given $150 billion, "they were not." @TheLastWord— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 9, 2020
New: Iran intel showed Soleimani had broadly been pushing for more aggressive posture toward the US and creating conditions that might ultimately endanger Americans in the region, not plotting an imminent attack, lawmakers tell me
New: Iran intel showed Soleimani had broadly been pushing for more aggressive posture toward the US and creating conditions that might ultimately endanger Americans in the region, not plotting an imminent attack, lawmakers tell me and @connorobrienNH https://t.co/KaiAYjJDXS— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) January 9, 2020
This increasingly fervid and masturbatory language -- I'm sorry, but there's no other way to describe it -- makes me feel so sorry for him, and whatever daily panic and terror grips him and has morphed him into this [expletive language deleted]
This increasingly fervid and masturbatory language -- I'm sorry, but there's no other way to describe it -- makes me feel so sorry for him, and whatever daily panic and terror grips him and has morphed him into this [expletive language deleted] https://t.co/OC19VJ0o5b— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) January 9, 2020
Yeah, if Reagan was sniffing uncontrollably, about to pass out from being totally out of breath and mispronounced Gorbachev’s name, they would be *exactly* the same.
Yeah, if Reagan was sniffing uncontrollably, about to pass out from being totally out of breath and mispronounced Gorbachev’s name, they would be *exactly* the same. https://t.co/CH6j3H751p— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) January 9, 2020
How does the media play clips of Trump's breathless, bizarre speeches and not say a damn word about his obvious impairment?
How does the media play clips of Trump's breathless, bizarre speeches and not say a damn word about his obvious impairment?— Elizabeth de la Vega (@Delavegalaw) January 9, 2020
This is what Trump does. He corrupts. He corrodes. Just sick.
This is what Trump does. He corrupts. He corrodes. Just sick. https://t.co/p3dBNjctiJ— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) January 9, 2020
On MSNBC. Thursday 10 AM ET. HALLIE JACKSON. Trump pulls back from escalation after huge blunder of killing murderous Quds Force commander. Iranian strike ineffectual. But will be follow on strikes. US in damaged position. Vulnerable on ground in Iraq.
On MSNBC. Thursday 10 AM ET. HALLIE JACKSON. Trump pulls back from escalation after huge blunder of killing murderous Quds Force commander. Iranian strike ineffectual. But will be follow on strikes. US in damaged position. Vulnerable on ground in Iraq.— Barry R McCaffrey (@mccaffreyr3) January 9, 2020
“I walked into the briefing undecided. I walked out decided,” @SenMikeLee says announcing support for Dem war powers resolution. @RandPaul agrees. Lee’s words describing briefing: “.. un-American, unconstitutional ... wrong ... insulting ... completely unacceptable.”
“I walked into the briefing undecided. I walked out decided,” @SenMikeLee says announcing support for Dem war powers resolution. @RandPaul agrees.— Paul Kane (@pkcapitol) January 8, 2020
Lee’s words describing briefing: “.. un-American, unconstitutional ... wrong ... insulting ... completely unacceptable.”
McConnell and Trump today talked impeachment. McConnell was at WH to intro Trump to a judge, though they later talked trial, per sources. Source says WH has NOT seen resolution setting up trial rules. WH and McConnell on same page: They want a quick trial.
McConnell and Trump today talked impeachment. McConnell was at WH to intro Trump to a judge, though they later talked trial, per sources. Source says WH has NOT seen resolution setting up trial rules. WH and McConnell on same page: They want a quick trial. https://t.co/njSJzr59KX— Manu Raju (@mkraju) January 9, 2020
“Sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff”
“Sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff sniff”— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) January 9, 2020
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John Kerry: "The United States has been weakened by the steps this president has taken ... we are not safer because this president has been willing to personally invoke his anti-Obamaism to such a degree that he's run the risk of war."
John Kerry: "The United States has been weakened by the steps this president has taken ... we are not safer because this president has been willing to personally invoke his anti-Obamaism to such a degree that he's run the risk of war." pic.twitter.com/a0gAPlC0Du— MSNBC (@MSNBC) January 9, 2020
They say that eyes are the windows to the soul. What do you see when you look at *these* eyes?
They say that eyes are the windows to the soul.— Paul (@HeathenOnEarth_) January 8, 2020
What do you see when you look at *these* eyes? pic.twitter.com/z2EcbAOakS
Just asked Graham about the criticism from Paul and Lee over Iran briefing. “I think they’re overreacting. I’m going to let people know ..to play this game with the war powers act, which I think is unconstitutional, is that whether you mean to or not, you’re empowering the enemy”
Paul fires back, says on @CNNSitRoom that Graham’s comments are a “low gutter type of response” and says that Graham “insults the Constitution and founding fathers.” He adds: “He hasn’t even read the history of the Constitution.”— Manu Raju (@mkraju) January 8, 2020
For years Donald Trump bashed NATO and suggested that the USA leave NATO. Yet today (Jan 8, 2020) Donald called on NATO to assist (by supporting him) with the mess he created in Iran. THIS exemplifies what is wrong with Donald. No one is useful to him. Until they are needed.
For years Donald Trump bashed NATO and suggested that the USA leave NATO.— An_Anonymous_Source (@Logic_Triumphs) January 9, 2020
Yet today (Jan 8, 2020) Donald called on NATO to assist (by supporting him) with the mess he created in Iran.
THIS exemplifies what is wrong with Donald.
No one is useful to him.
Until they are needed.
That’s always the source of the most potent cognitive dissonance: his followers believe there’s always a plan, that there’s always a three dimensional chess game going on...when it’s not
That’s always the source of the most potent cognitive dissonance: his followers believe there’s always a plan, that there’s always a three dimensional chess game going on...when it’s not https://t.co/sgqWUrur5L— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 8, 2020
I happen to be a Democrat and I prosecuted terrorists for living. Sent many to prison for life. I don’t know what Doug Collins has ever done to for America except preen and sound stupid.
I happen to be a Democrat and I prosecuted terrorists for living. Sent many to prison for life. I don’t know what Doug Collins has ever done to for America except preen and sound stupid. https://t.co/AREc1pvjdX— Preet Bharara (@PreetBharara) January 9, 2020
Trump, who campaigned on #DrainTheSwamp, is trying to prevent taxpayers from finding out how much they’re spending on his travel to and from properties he still owns and profits from
Trump, who campaigned on #DrainTheSwamp, is trying to prevent taxpayers from finding out how much they’re spending on his travel to and from properties he still owns and profits from https://t.co/vzQrJFI0vy— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) January 8, 2020
Trump said he killed Soleimani to avenge the death of an Iraqi immigrant.
Trump said he killed Soleimani to avenge the death of an Iraqi immigrant. https://t.co/0GkjSgMZKb— Lawrence O'Donnell (@Lawrence) January 8, 2020
Here’s the unclassified version of what Trump sent Congress after the hit on Suleimani. From all we’ve seen, including the redacted parts here and the briefing, the facts do not show an imminent threat. We must pass a bill making clear Trump can’t start a war without a vote.
Here’s the unclassified version of what Trump sent Congress after the hit on Suleimani.— Senator Chris Van Hollen (@ChrisVanHollen) January 9, 2020
From all we’ve seen, including the redacted parts here and the briefing, the facts do not show an imminent threat.
We must pass a bill making clear Trump can’t start a war without a vote. pic.twitter.com/mUnkLwsph1
Lindsey Graham just said, with a straight face "We need a nuclear deal (with Iran) that does not ensure them a pathway to a bomb." You mean like the deal Obama made? The one that was working until Trump tore it up?
Lindsey Graham just said, with a straight face "We need a nuclear deal (with Iran) that does not ensure them a pathway to a bomb."— SockApocalypse 🍑🇳🇿 (@NZdrama_llama) January 8, 2020
You mean like the deal Obama made? The one that was working until Trump tore it up?
Damn, if Mike Lee is this pissed over a bad military briefing from the White House, wait until he finds out that Trump withheld foreign aid from the government of Ukraine to bully them into taking down a political rival in the 2020 presidential election
Damn, if Mike Lee is this pissed over a bad military briefing from the White House, wait until he finds out that Trump withheld foreign aid from the government of Ukraine to bully them into taking down a political rival in the 2020 presidential election.— Charlotte Clymer🏳️🌈 (@cmclymer) January 8, 2020
Pope Francis is absolutely right. As a nation, we have a moral obligation to ensure everyone has access to the care they need. Health care is a right for all — not a privilege for the few.
Pope Francis is absolutely right. As a nation, we have a moral obligation to ensure everyone has access to the care they need. Health care is a right for all — not a privilege for the few. https://t.co/c84y4GAMCq— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) January 8, 2020