Sanders stretched truth on VA record, some vets groups say - CNNPolitics https://t.co/XLVfwyxmOJ— Matt Murphy (@MattMurph24) February 8, 2020
Saturday, February 8, 2020
Sanders stretched truth on VA record, some vets groups say
Meet Attorney General Bill Barr's daughter Mary Barr Daly. Barr arranged for his daughter, a lawyer, to get a top job at Treasury working directly with Treasury Sec Steven Mnuchin on the *same day* he became AG. Her job: Protect Trump's taxes and provide Biden dirt to GOP.
Meet Attorney General Bill Barr's daughter Mary Barr Daly.— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) February 8, 2020
Barr arranged for his daughter, a lawyer, to get a top job at Treasury working directly with Treasury Sec Steven Mnuchin on the *same day* he became AG.
Her job: Protect Trump's taxes and provide Biden dirt to GOP. pic.twitter.com/fSdtpPvTBh
Americans consistently have expressed little confidence in Russian President Vladimir Putin. But Republicans are now 21 points more likely than Democrats to express confidence him (31% vs. 10%), the widest partisan gap in our polling.
Yeah but it’s not like propaganda works or anything 🙄 https://t.co/Tc5Ou8wZnU— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) February 8, 2020
Democratic strategist James Carville on Pres. Trump's electoral strength: "He got 44.8% in 2018. He suffered the worst electoral defeat in the House ever ... but yet, the media is going, 'Oh, he's so strong, he's so powerful, he's so this.' No he's not!"
Democratic strategist James Carville on Pres. Trump's electoral strength: "He got 44.8% in 2018. He suffered the worst electoral defeat in the House ever ... but yet, the media is going, 'Oh, he's so strong, he's so powerful, he's so this.' No he's not!" pic.twitter.com/YbTcNPXgjg— MSNBC (@MSNBC) February 8, 2020
BREAKING: U.S. and Afghan military forces have been fired on while taking part in an operation in eastern Afghanistan, with multiple American casualties reported, a U.S. official says. The number and extent of injuries are unclear.
BREAKING: U.S. and Afghan military forces have been fired on while taking part in an operation in eastern Afghanistan, with multiple American casualties reported, a U.S. official says. The number and extent of injuries are unclear. https://t.co/QnMTkzIvpU— The Associated Press (@AP) February 8, 2020
We still don’t know how much Trump is profiting at taxpayers’ expense. He refuses to tell us. But with $650 a night hotel bills, we know it’s a lot. Americans deserve to know what the President is charging the American people for his vacations.
We still don’t know how much Trump is profiting at taxpayers’ expense. He refuses to tell us.— Adam Schiff (@AdamSchiff) February 8, 2020
But with $650 a night hotel bills, we know it’s a lot.
Americans deserve to know what the President is charging the American people for his vacations. https://t.co/3nxrZnTKLF
Following Pres. Trump's acquittal, Rep. Schiff says "the American people are going to have to remain vigilant and not become inured to all the falsehoods, all the deceptions, all the gaslighting that this administration seems to try to do on a daily basis"
Following Pres. Trump's acquittal, Rep. Schiff says "the American people are going to have to remain vigilant and not become inured to all the falsehoods, all the deceptions, all the gaslighting that this administration seems to try to do on a daily basis"https://t.co/vfLGlZKZvw— MSNBC (@MSNBC) February 8, 2020
This SCARES ME TO DEATH...And it should scare you too..!!!
This SCARES ME TO DEATH...And it should scare you too..!!!— 🌵Patti #DemCastAZ🌵🇺🇸🌵 (@olivier_patti) February 8, 2020
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Something that occurs to me during this court forum: There are now 269 days until the presidential election. Antonin Scalia died 269 days before the 2016 election; Republicans argued that it was too close to the election to replace him.
Something that occurs to me during this court forum: There are now 269 days until the presidential election.— Dave Weigel (@daveweigel) February 8, 2020
Antonin Scalia died 269 days before the 2016 election; Republicans argued that it was too close to the election to replace him.
Days after leaving a 2-decade career as a healthcare lobbyist, Colin Roskey joined the Department of Health and Human Services in January. He's one of 281 lobbyists we found working for the Trump administration. An ethics watchdog called it "staggering.
Days after leaving a 2-decade career as a healthcare lobbyist, Colin Roskey joined the Department of Health and Human Services in January.— ProPublica (@propublica) February 8, 2020
He's one of 281 lobbyists we found working for the Trump administration. An ethics watchdog called it "staggering."https://t.co/h2saNBZaPn
"Alex [Vindman] is a top 1 percent military officer and the best Army officer I have worked with in my 15 years of government service. He is brilliant, unflappable, and exercises excellent judgment." -- Dr. Fiona Hill, July 2019 evaluation of LTC Alexander Vindman
"Alex [Vindman] is a top 1 percent military officer and the best Army officer I have worked with in my 15 years of government service. He is brilliant, unflappable, and exercises excellent judgment." -- Dr. Fiona Hill, July 2019 evaluation of LTC Alexander Vindman https://t.co/rtURZrtAe8— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) February 8, 2020
Trump really learned that lesson: Trump is discussing firing Michael Atkinson, the inspector general of the intelligence community, w/advisors. Why? Trump is upset he let the whistleblower complaint get to Congress-in other words, that he followed the law.
Trump really learned that lesson: Trump is discussing firing Michael Atkinson, the inspector general of the intelligence community, w/advisors. Why? Trump is upset he let the whistleblower complaint get to Congress-in other words, that he followed the law. https://t.co/MMf6rnuqA6— Joyce Alene (@JoyceWhiteVance) February 8, 2020
Dear Democrats, 1. Fire Tom Perez. He couldn't manage a Lemonade stand. 2. Hire a motherfucker. It takes a motherfucker to beat a motherfucker. 3. Stop attacking each other and go after Trump. 4. Stop being nice. 5. Treat Trump like the cancer he is and remove it.
Dear Democrats,— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) February 7, 2020
1. Fire Tom Perez. He couldn't manage a Lemonade stand.
2. Hire a motherfucker. It takes a motherfucker to beat a motherfucker.
3. Stop attacking each other and go after Trump.
4. Stop being nice.
5. Treat Trump like the cancer he is and remove it.
What was striking about last night’s debate is just how much Trump is dictating the terms of the primary.
What was striking about last night’s debate is just how much Trump is dictating the terms of the primary.https://t.co/UmN9LApTmS— Sam Stein (@samstein) February 8, 2020
Trump son blows up justification for firing Vindman and Sondland, admits both were fired.
Trump son blows up justification for firing Vindman and Sondland, admits both were fired. https://t.co/BLapjqZTiv— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) February 8, 2020
The little girl Trump said at the State of the Union was trapped in a “failing government school,” and announced a scholarship for, was already attending a sought-after charter school free, and her mom says it’s great, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
The little girl Trump said at the State of the Union was trapped in a “failing government school,” and announced a scholarship for, was already attending a sought-after charter school free, and her mom says it’s great, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. https://t.co/nv3VrbZQV1— Daniel Dale (@ddale8) February 8, 2020
The WHO and CDC want to help China combat coronvirus. But Beijing is refusing.
The WHO and CDC want to help China combat coronvirus. But Beijing is refusing. https://t.co/YYZtCZDP9X— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) February 8, 2020
SCOOP: Trump's South Africa ambassador, a successful handbag designer, forced out her top career diplomat at the embassy as she tried to elevate her son to a senior embassy post, officials tell me. Part of a trend of Trump envoys pushing out their #2's
"It’s generally very rare for a [deputy chief of mission] to be removed by the ambassador. It does happen. Sometimes it happens for a good cause. But it’s rare. And it is now becoming an epidemic" senior diplomat who heads union representing foreign service officers tells me— Robbie Gramer (@RobbieGramer) February 6, 2020
2/2 So therefore, its worth reading this interview the ambassador did with @dailymaverick on her priorities for the US-South African relationship. I included some excerpts in my story: https://t.co/FgR2IidicF— Robbie Gramer (@RobbieGramer) February 6, 2020
My cheat sheets for what we know about @realdonaldtrump charging his own Secret Service while it protects him. I’ll update these as we learn more.
My cheat sheets for what we know about @realdonaldtrump charging his own Secret Service while it protects him. I’ll update these as we learn more. https://t.co/Pes87GSynU pic.twitter.com/rzZJnXDcuO— David Fahrenthold (@Fahrenthold) February 7, 2020
The death of a hero doctor who warned of the risks of the coronavirus has sparked a rare crisis of confidence in the Communist Party
The death of a hero doctor who warned of the risks of the coronavirus has sparked a rare crisis of confidence in the Communist Party https://t.co/RYDhLaYhHf— Bloomberg (@business) February 8, 2020
Lt. Col. Vindman is an American patriot — Joe Biden
Lt. Col. Vindman is an American patriot. #DemDebate pic.twitter.com/ZOU4SDKTEe— Joe Biden (Text Join to 30330) (@JoeBiden) February 8, 2020
Socialism is when the state takes control of the means of production, including all industries and enterprises of any significant size or importance. Sort of like Barr is arguing for doing right here.
Socialism is when the state takes control of the means of production, including all industries and enterprises of any significant size or importance.— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) February 8, 2020
Sort of like Barr is arguing for doing right here. https://t.co/k2T2lYAGrp
Putin’s Revenge- from 2016 Putin met with Russian troops shortly after he took power on the first day of the new millennium, January 1, 2000, he told them their mission included “restoring Russia’s honor and dignity.” He wanted to make Russia Great Again
Putin’s Revenge- from 2016— Mr. Spock 🖖 (Commentary) (@SpockResists) February 8, 2020
Putin met with Russian troops shortly after he took power on the first day of the new millennium, January 1, 2000, he told them their mission included “restoring Russia’s honor and dignity.” He wanted to make Russia Great Again. https://t.co/i4blrdRZGu
Last year, Americans visited the library more than they went to the movies, live sporting events, museums, concerts, amusement parks and casinos, among other activities, according to a Gallup poll
Last year, Americans visited the library more than they went to the movies, live sporting events, museums, concerts, amusement parks and casinos, among other activities, according to a Gallup poll https://t.co/jzZCUmNAfv— CNN (@CNN) February 8, 2020
Forget coronavirus. We’re not ready for the next global virus outbreak
Forget coronavirus. We’re not ready for the next global virus outbreak https://t.co/VS36s4HC7V via @BW— Bloomberg (@business) February 8, 2020
Trump and his allies are poised to wage what could be the most extensive disinformation campaign in U.S. history this year—and we’re not ready. My new feature for the March issue of The Atlantic:
MUST READ!
Trump and his allies are poised to wage what could be the most extensive disinformation campaign in U.S. history this year—and we’re not ready. My new feature for the March issue of The Atlantic: https://t.co/wW3zihKoqo— McKay Coppins (@mckaycoppins) February 6, 2020
One of the things that struck me in this article was the number of people willing to throw away America to make money as consultants spreading disinformation. I figured some people would throw away the country for power. But throwing it away for money?
One of the things that struck me in this article was the number of people willing to throw away America to make money as consultants spreading disinformation. I figured some people would throw away the country for power. But throwing it away for money? https://t.co/2iaROLDYdv— Alex Finley (@alexzfinley) February 7, 2020
Moving words by Elizabeth Warren given after the debate
Moving words by Elizabeth Warren given after the debate pic.twitter.com/vh3Zq7Cd78— Acyn Torabi (@Acyn) February 8, 2020
.@AliVelshi talks with @CongressmanRaja, a member of the House Intelligence Committee who questioned Lt. Col. Vindman during the impeachment inquiry, about Vindman being fired by Trump today.
.@AliVelshi talks with @CongressmanRaja, a member of the House Intelligence Committee who questioned Lt. Col. Vindman during the impeachment inquiry, about Vindman being fired by Trump today. https://t.co/hd3xWIszAK pic.twitter.com/aObwZedPMS— The Last Word (@TheLastWord) February 8, 2020
People are worried that the fight against Trump is unwinnable. Well, I’ve got a record of winning fights they said were unwinnable—from creating the CFPB to unseating a popular Republican senator. When we fight, when #WePersist, we win!
People are worried that the fight against Trump is unwinnable. Well, I’ve got a record of winning fights they said were unwinnable—from creating the CFPB to unseating a popular Republican senator. When we fight, when #WePersist, we win! #DemDebate pic.twitter.com/TlikOBVMgg— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) February 8, 2020
Now Russian-Syrian bombers stoop so low as to attack a maternity hospital in Syria's Idlib province.
— Marietje Schaake (@MarietjeSchaake) February 8, 2020
Palestinians deny US charges of incitement, blame Trump plan
Palestinians deny US charges of incitement, blame Trump plan https://t.co/nd5iKrKKtn pic.twitter.com/DZjOJhc4jX— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) February 8, 2020
Wow, watch Joe Biden’s reaction as Pete Buttigieg responds to a question about Republicans investigating his son
Wow, watch Joe Biden’s reaction as Pete Buttigieg responds to a question about Republicans investigating his son pic.twitter.com/xP8yQTgLmz— Acyn Torabi (@Acyn) February 8, 2020
Amy Klobuchar: "I do not have the biggest name up on this stage. I don't have the biggest bank account. I'm not a political newcomer with no record, but I have a record of fighting for people."
Amy Klobuchar: "I do not have the biggest name up on this stage. I don't have the biggest bank account. I'm not a political newcomer with no record, but I have a record of fighting for people." https://t.co/8ts8LnPj0D #DemDebate pic.twitter.com/WAcBRovq0X— This Week (@ThisWeekABC) February 8, 2020
If Esper had integrity, he'd resign over the treatment of Vindman. What Esper has is a non-qualified Raytheon company deferred compensation plan
If Esper had integrity, he'd resign over the treatment of Vindman. What Esper has is a non-qualified Raytheon company deferred compensation plan.— Walter Shaub (@waltshaub) February 8, 2020
Bernie Sanders frankly looks like shit. His physical health looks like it is deteriorating and his campaign is being, at best, cagey about his wellbeing following his heart attack. It's not "out of bounds" to bring this up. He's applying for the most stressful job in the world.
Bernie Sanders frankly looks like shit.— Pé Resists (@4everNeverTrump) February 7, 2020
His physical health looks like it is deteriorating and his campaign is being, at best, cagey about his wellbeing following his heart attack.
It's not "out of bounds" to bring this up. He's applying for the most stressful job in the world.
Rick Wilson drops the mic in ferocious attack on cowardly Republicans for unleashing ‘monster’ Trump on US
Rick Wilson drops the mic in ferocious attack on cowardly Republicans for unleashing ‘monster’ Trump on US https://t.co/pcp5GVEK9a— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) February 8, 2020
U.S. citizen diagnosed with coronavirus dies in Wuhan, China, reports say
U.S. citizen diagnosed with coronavirus dies in Wuhan, China, reports say https://t.co/zwzNgZ8EXN— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) February 8, 2020
This photo has not been altered. This is the president
This photo has not been altered. This is the president. https://t.co/nkYrU5QqVP— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) February 8, 2020
Midnight in Washington
7 MILLION!!— Eleven Films (@Eleven_Films) February 6, 2020
Thank you to everyone who supported this film. @PDXEleven and I are truly humbled 🇺🇸#impeached4life pic.twitter.com/tzGPwX7zBG
NEW: Feb 8, 2020. China #coronavirus infections now top 34000. Death toll hits 723. *US: first known American death; embassy in Beijing confirms to @CBSNews: '60-year old died Feb 6 *Hong Kong: 14-day quarantine now in effect for *all* entering via mainland China
NEW: Feb 8, 2020. China #coronavirus infections now top 34000. Death toll hits 723.— Ramy Inocencio 英若明 (@RamyInocencio) February 8, 2020
*US: first known American death; embassy in Beijing confirms to @CBSNews: '60-year old died Feb 6
*Hong Kong: 14-day quarantine now in effect for *all* entering via mainland China@CBSEveningNews pic.twitter.com/DNjiOXa26I
Breaking via NYT: Trump fires Gordon Sondland hours after dismissing impeachment witness Alexander Vindman. "I was advised today that the president intends to recall me effective immediately as United States Ambassador to the European Union."
Breaking via NYT: Trump fires Gordon Sondland hours after dismissing impeachment witness Alexander Vindman.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) February 7, 2020
"I was advised today that the president intends to recall me effective immediately as United States Ambassador to the European Union."https://t.co/H79gfwQukX
Friday Night Massacre: Trump fires two impeachment witnesses
Friday Night Massacre: Trump fires two impeachment witnesses https://t.co/1Jsy6oubIp via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) February 8, 2020
“Feinstein says firings are ‘as clear a case of retribution’ as she’s seen in 27 years as a senator”
“Feinstein says firings are ‘as clear a case of retribution’ as she’s seen in 27 years as a senator” https://t.co/oHKqA7SKdO— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) February 8, 2020
Breaking via NYT: Trump fires Gordon Sondland hours after dismissing impeachment witness Alexander Vindman. "I was advised today that the president intends to recall me effective immediately as United States Ambassador to the European Union."
Breaking via NYT: Trump fires Gordon Sondland hours after dismissing impeachment witness Alexander Vindman.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) February 7, 2020
"I was advised today that the president intends to recall me effective immediately as United States Ambassador to the European Union."https://t.co/H79gfwQukX
Some close to the White House had suggested that the Vindmans’ firing was just part of a general downsizing of NSC. Enter Trump Jr:
Some close to the White House had suggested that the Vindmans’ firing was just part of a general downsizing of NSC. Enter Trump Jr: https://t.co/WPzZAIUe54— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) February 8, 2020
Yang is wrong. He just referred to what Trump has done as "mistakes" rather than crimes. He just dropped way, way down on my list.
Yang is wrong. He just referred to what Trump has done as "mistakes" rather than crimes.— Cheri Jacobus (@CheriJacobus) February 8, 2020
He just dropped way, way down on my list.
So Klobuchar was the only one to agree with Biden that a socialist on the top of the Dem ticket is a problem!? It reminds me of how Trump won the GOP primary, with the rest afraid of offending his base, hoping to collect them.
So Klobuchar was the only one to agree with Biden that a socialist on the top of the Dem ticket is a problem!? It reminds me of how Trump won the GOP primary, with the rest afraid of offending his base, hoping to collect them.— Garry Kasparov (@Kasparov63) February 8, 2020
President Trump is exacting his retribution, removing those who complied with subpoenas, came forward, and testified about his misconduct. These are the actions of a man who believes he is above the law — Precisely the kind of conduct Congressional Republicans enabled.
President Trump is exacting his retribution, removing those who complied with subpoenas, came forward, and testified about his misconduct.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) February 8, 2020
These are the actions of a man who believes he is above the law —
Precisely the kind of conduct Congressional Republicans enabled.
It’s less like the White House and more like the center of a continuing criminal enterprise.
It’s less like the White House and more like the center of a continuing criminal enterprise.— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) February 8, 2020
I worked at the National Security Council for 3 years. Everyone on our team experienced a very emotional moment when they handed in their WH badge for the last time. I am extremely angry with Trump that he denied the Vindmans an honorable, dignified departure. So petty. THREAD
I hope National Security Advisor O'Brien said behind closed doors what he proved unable to say in public today, including first and foremost , thank you Vindmans for your service. /2— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) February 8, 2020
Of course, NSA O'Brien and Secretary Espre should have made such remarks in public. But that's too much to ask in Trump era. They both fear the president. And that is troubling and scary. END THREAD.— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) February 8, 2020
Defense Secretary Esper promised there would be no retaliation against Lt Col Vindman for his testimony. He and his brother were removed and escorted from the White House today. All eyes are on you, Mr. Secretary.
Defense Secretary Esper promised there would be no retaliation against Lt Col Vindman for his testimony. He and his brother were removed and escorted from the White House today. All eyes are on you, Mr. Secretary.— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) February 8, 2020
Thank you, Senate Republicans, for giving us now an unchecked, unhinged president. He has indeed “learned his lesson.”
Thank you, Senate Republicans, for giving us now an unchecked, unhinged president. He has indeed “learned his lesson.” https://t.co/TIw1s2z0a8— Evan McMullin (@EvanMcMullin) February 7, 2020
U.S. lawmakers nominate Hong Kong protesters for Nobel Prize
U.S. lawmakers nominate Hong Kong protesters for Nobel Prize https://t.co/ccjxeMhOaU— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) February 8, 2020
.@JoeBiden had the best moment of the debate so far: "He [Trump] should be pinning a medal on Vindman and not on Rush Limbaugh... I think we should all stand and show Col. Vindman how much we support him!”
.@JoeBiden had the best moment of the debate so far: "He [Trump] should be pinning a medal on Vindman and not on Rush Limbaugh... I think we should all stand and show Col. Vindman how much we support him!” #DemDebate #TeamJoe pic.twitter.com/kUzsNTQESU— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) February 8, 2020
Vindman's brother, "a decorated Iraq war veteran, was escorted off of the grounds of the W.H., suddenly and with no explanation, despite over two decades of loyal service to this country. He deeply regrets that he will not be able to continue his service."
Vindman's brother, "a decorated Iraq war veteran, was escorted off of the grounds of the W.H., suddenly and with no explanation, despite over two decades of loyal service to this country. He deeply regrets that he will not be able to continue his service." https://t.co/muq60lIBve— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) February 7, 2020
Secret Service skipping reports on payment to Trump resorts: WaPo
Secret Service skipping reports on payment to Trump resorts: WaPo https://t.co/kx6O6DYY8A via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) February 8, 2020
Witnesses left scattered in wake of Trump impeachment scandal
Witnesses left scattered in wake of Trump impeachment scandal https://t.co/06QnHg4aCZ via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) February 8, 2020
Esper guarantee against retaliation proves faithless for Vindman
Esper guarantee against retaliation proves faithless for Vindman https://t.co/408wndLkyP via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) February 8, 2020
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