Thousands of protesters, some displaying guns alongside Confederate and Trump flags, rallied against Michigan's extended stay-at-home orders.— AJ+ (@ajplus) April 16, 2020
The state's governor says the protests put more people at risk from #COVID19. pic.twitter.com/SgoM4X9v7d
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Thousands of protesters, some displaying guns alongside Confederate and Trump flags, rallied against Michigan's extended stay-at-home orders. The state's governor says the protests put more people at risk from #COVID19.
Here's the White House document for reopening the country, if you want to read:
Here's the White House document for reopening the country, if you want to read: https://t.co/ZgtvUvGXzn— Josh Dawsey (@jdawsey1) April 16, 2020
People are going to die. Families will be bankrupted and broken. Because Alabama is stubborn.
People are going to die. Families will be bankrupted and broken. Because Alabama is stubborn. https://t.co/IBTLE7wTnQ— Kyle Whitmire (@WarOnDumb) April 16, 2020
“After taking three doses of the drug combination, Ligia suffered cardiac arrest early on the morning of April 7, and died before paramedics could reach her.” @HeidiNBC on NY woman who attempted to treat COVID-19 symptoms with doctor prescription
“After taking three doses of the drug combination, Ligia suffered cardiac arrest early on the morning of April 7, and died before paramedics could reach her.” @HeidiNBC on NY woman who attempted to treat COVID-19 symptoms with doctor prescription: https://t.co/IjIKg8V3Sg— Vaughn Hillyard (@VaughnHillyard) April 16, 2020
Pelosi and McConnell are exchanging names of candidates to lead a new commission to police about $500 billion in stimulus funds
Pelosi and McConnell are exchanging names of candidates to lead a new commission to police about $500 billion in stimulus funds https://t.co/n8syPvOa2j— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) April 16, 2020
"If Trump had just listened to the WHO's warnings, instead of trying to destroy it, thousands of American lives could have been saved."
"If Trump had just listened to the WHO's warnings, instead of trying to destroy it, thousands of American lives could have been saved."#CoronavirusLiar https://t.co/hj2ohnQpkh— Democratic Coalition (@TheDemCoalition) April 16, 2020
NEWS: President Trump told governors on a conference call today that he wants to begin reopening the U.S. economy on May 1 "You states with beautifully low numbers, let's get your states open and get back to work," Trump said on the call
NEWS: President Trump told governors on a conference call today that he wants to begin reopening the U.S. economy on May 1— Alayna Treene (@alaynatreene) April 16, 2020
"You states with beautifully low numbers, let's get your states open and get back to work," Trump said on the call https://t.co/Nn4qEEYQvT
.@realDonaldTrump is so scared of people voting by mail that he’s willing to sacrifice the livelihoods of 600,000 workers including nearly 100,000 veterans on the altar of his insecurity
.@realDonaldTrump is so scared of people voting by mail that he’s willing to sacrifice the livelihoods of 600,000 workers including nearly 100,000 veterans on the altar of his insecurity. #SaveThePostOfficehttps://t.co/VcauWldLoS— Senator Mazie Hirono (@maziehirono) April 16, 2020
Update: @CSPAN announced that it will broadcast Supreme Court arguments in May. So on May 12, Trump's attempt to block House subpoenas to Deutsche Bank and his accounting firm Mazars, as well as a Manhattan DA probe, will be televised.
Update: @CSPAN announced that it will broadcast Supreme Court arguments in May.— Adam Klasfeld (@KlasfeldReports) April 16, 2020
So on May 12, Trump's attempt to block House subpoenas to Deutsche Bank and his accounting firm Mazars, as well as a Manhattan DA probe, will be televised.
h/t @cspanJeremy https://t.co/fD3znONloN
DR OZ: "Schools are a very appetizing opportunity. I just saw a nice piece in The Lancet arguing the opening of schools may only cost us 2 to 3%, in terms of total mortality. Any, you know, any life is a life lost, but ... that might be a tradeoff some folks would consider.
opening schools is an "appetizing opportunity" since loss of life is only a "theoretical risk" on the backside— Wendy Siegelman (@WendySiegelman) April 16, 2020
JFC https://t.co/8Rv4cXBz64
"Hot spots erupt in farm belt states where governors insist lockdowns aren’t needed"
"Hot spots erupt in farm belt states where governors insist lockdowns aren’t needed"https://t.co/dhPnvpZlEl— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) April 16, 2020
When the nation’s top bankers characterize Trump’s conversation with them as “a shit show...”
When the nation’s top bankers characterize Trump’s conversation with them as “a shit show...” @politico https://t.co/sI93L2gjJr— julie k. brown (@jkbjournalist) April 16, 2020
NEW: Florida governor @desantis considering giving nursing homes immunity provisions to protect them against civil lawsuits. That way, the families of all the people dying can't sue for negligence
NEW: Florida governor @desantis considering giving nursing homes immunity provisions to protect them against civil lawsuits. That way, the families of all the people dying can't sue for negligence. https://t.co/uNHU4JMH9F— julie k. brown (@jkbjournalist) April 16, 2020
What kind of “Doctor” suggests that Americans sacrifice our schoolchildren?!
What kind of “Doctor” suggests that Americans sacrifice our schoolchildren?! pic.twitter.com/k8aGeTRcBC— Christine Pelosi (@sfpelosi) April 16, 2020
I’m seeing a lot of really smart people who are almost hysterically defending the Chinese government because they somehow think *if* this virus escaped from a lab, it would minimize Trump’s inaction — thats not true at all. It doesn’t matter where it came from, he failed
I’m seeing a lot of really smart people who are almost hysterically defending the Chinese government because they somehow think *if* this virus escaped from a lab, it would minimize Trump’s inaction — thats not true at all. It doesn’t matter where it came from, he failed. (End)— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) April 16, 2020
Dr. Oz just made the argument that we should reopen schools because *only* 2-3% of kids will die.
It’s really turning into the Hunger Games https://t.co/sw3py76La6— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) April 16, 2020
Several million people who filed their taxes via H&R Block, TurboTax and other popular services were unable to get their payments. Some parents reported they didn’t get the $500 promised for their dependent children.
Several million people who filed their taxes via H&R Block, TurboTax and other popular services were unable to get their payments. Some parents reported they didn’t get the $500 promised for their dependent children.https://t.co/MMwtbJDR6t— Yamiche Alcindor (@Yamiche) April 16, 2020
Certain number of dead kids and adults sounds "appetizing" to Dr. Oz.
Certain number of dead kids and adults sounds "appetizing" to Dr. Oz.https://t.co/sjeHm3bqCO— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) April 16, 2020
We won't see a rep from @USPS, that's a certainty
We won't see a rep from @USPS, that's a certainty https://t.co/np8d7DPscl— KT (@KremlinTrolls) April 16, 2020
Belmont MA nursing home had 13 resident deaths as of Saturday -- since then, the death toll has more than doubled, to **27**. 92 more cases among patients, 34 among staff -- but not all staff have been tested yet
Belmont MA nursing home had 13 resident deaths as of Saturday -- since then, the death toll has more than doubled, to **27**.— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) April 16, 2020
92 more cases among patients, 34 among staff -- but not all staff have been tested yet.https://t.co/wpKsI9KTrR
The Southwest is locked in the grips of the first human-caused megadrought, study finds
The Southwest is locked in the grips of the first human-caused megadrought, study finds https://t.co/1i7dzLu5U2— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 16, 2020
Why doesn’t the US have a national ID card again?
Why doesn’t the US have a national ID card again? https://t.co/3XX0XnoCYl— Matthew Bell (@matthewjbell) April 16, 2020
1) Trump didn't close travel to China. He restricted it after virus was already spreading in US 2) The US does not in fact share a border w/China 3) This would be a better burn if Trump hadn't spent all of Feb downplaying coronavirus & telling people it would go away on its own
1) Trump didn't close travel to China. He restricted it after virus was already spreading in US— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) April 16, 2020
2) The US does not in fact share a border w/China
3) This would be a better burn if Trump hadn't spent all of Feb downplaying coronavirus & telling people it would go away on its own https://t.co/3wsLqUZrli
MORE MEMBERS OF TRUMP'S RE-OPENING TASK FORCE: Richard Fain, chair & CEO of @RoyalCaribbean. * ROYAL CARIBBEAN is incorporated in Liberia. ** It asserts on its SEC filings that it is "currently exempt from US corporate income tax on US source income."
MORE MEMBERS OF TRUMP'S RE-OPENING TASK FORCE:— Kenneth P. Vogel (@kenvogel) April 15, 2020
Richard Fain, chair & CEO of @RoyalCaribbean.
* ROYAL CARIBBEAN is incorporated in Liberia.
** It asserts on its SEC filings that it is "currently exempt from US corporate income tax on US source income." https://t.co/YFgKVZ9jyY pic.twitter.com/w6C3OqpJEX
"Perhaps we should not have been surprised that Flotus greeted the pandemic with denial not unlike that which she displayed toward her husband’s many affairs,"
"Perhaps we should not have been surprised that Flotus greeted the pandemic with denial not unlike that which she displayed toward her husband’s many affairs," writes @mollyjongfast https://t.co/oBpTR7yR6K— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) April 16, 2020
Muthafucka’s demented enough to think it’s his money he’s giving us.
Muthafucka’s demented enough to think it’s his money he’s giving us. https://t.co/Aqe5CCLu3B— Ron Perlman (@perlmutations) April 16, 2020
Reality check: Trump mentioned the coronavirus during SOTU and then spent the next month saying it would go away like a miracle. New Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany is off to a Spicer-like start. pic.twitter.com/ylylUT3XuF— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) April 16, 2020
Trump and his White House cannot organize a meeting or a phone call - not to mention a national response to a pandemic. Does anyone seriously believe he can get this country out of the most serious $$ downturn since the Great Depression. Come on, get real!
Trump and his White House cannot organize a meeting or a phone call - not to mention a national response to a pandemic. Does anyone seriously believe he can get this country out of the most serious $$ downturn since the Great Depression. Come on, get real! https://t.co/CdePJ8U7UL— John Dean (@JohnWDean) April 16, 2020
At least 32 states will provide the extra federal benefits by the end of this week. California, the most populous state, provided its first extra payment Sunday.
At least 32 states will provide the extra federal benefits by the end of this week. California, the most populous state, provided its first extra payment Sunday. https://t.co/MabOt7flUn— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) April 16, 2020
The Trump admin awarded bulk contracts to third-party vendors in a scramble to obtain N95 respirator masks. The government paid more than $5 per unit—nearly 8 times what it would have spent in January and February when intel agencies warned of a pandemic
The Trump admin awarded bulk contracts to third-party vendors in a scramble to obtain N95 respirator masks.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 16, 2020
The government paid more than $5 per unit—nearly 8 times what it would have spent in January and February when intel agencies warned of a pandemic.https://t.co/jKxFHaw8U6
“U.S. policy should seek to strengthen and enhance the #WHOs independence and effectiveness, not degrade it amid a crisis.”
“U.S. policy should seek to strengthen and enhance the #WHOs independence and effectiveness, not degrade it amid a crisis.” https://t.co/rUKdI1fYwN— m s🖤💘🌊🏡🌵 (@msmarianpinky) April 16, 2020
Well...@IvankaTrump gets to do whatever she wants. We all know nothing applies to her. She doesn’t follow our rules, our laws, our social construct. She‘s above us all - and she needs us to know that. She’s the daughter of King @realDonaldTrump
Well...@IvankaTrump gets to do whatever she wants.— Mandy Thornton (@thornton_mandy) April 16, 2020
We all know nothing applies to her.
She doesn’t follow our rules, our laws, our social construct.
She‘s above us all - and she needs us to know that.
She’s the daughter of King @realDonaldTrump ,autocratic dictator of the US. https://t.co/Vm6lhxYzjs
If you are having a hard time getting tested for COVID19 let us know. Perhaps together we can get a better answer from @realDonaldTrump or better yet from someone who can help.
If you are having a hard time getting tested for COVID19 let us know. Perhaps together we can get a better answer from @realDonaldTrump or better yet from someone who can help. pic.twitter.com/5jbnnaRDIr— Brian J. Karem (@BrianKarem) April 16, 2020
GOP megadonor Robert Mercer made his first six-figure donation to Trump’s reelection, new filing shows
GOP megadonor Robert Mercer made his first six-figure donation to Trump’s reelection, new filing shows https://t.co/MdAOFHrrqc— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) April 16, 2020
The President ended his press briefing today saying he was cold...
The President ended his press briefing today saying he was cold... pic.twitter.com/luSNeh3Uz9— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) April 16, 2020
China’s top official in Hong Kong pushes for national security law
I really don’t hope that the international community forgets what is happening right now in Hong Kong. Because China just continues to suppress the democratic movement in the city. Again. And again. But @joshuawongcf - never ever give up #StandWithHongKong https://t.co/0av6zDQZEn— Uffe Elbaek (@uffeelbaek) April 15, 2020
Steve Mnuchin, the Secretary of the Treasury, Says $1200 Will Last Families Up To 10 Weeks
Steve Mnuchin, the Secretary of the Treasury, Says $1200 Will Last Families Up To 10 Weeks https://t.co/MrZoubX47R— some lady (@pegaita) April 15, 2020
Trump has appointed impeachment conspiracy theorist (and Roger Stone buddy) Michael Caputo as...Assistant Secretary of HHS. (Oh yeah, FWIW, Caputo once worked for Gazprom Media in Russia advising Putin on how to improve his image)
New level of crazy:— Michael Carpenter (@mikercarpenter) April 16, 2020
Trump has appointed impeachment conspiracy theorist (and Roger Stone buddy) Michael Caputo as...Assistant Secretary of HHS.
(Oh yeah, FWIW, Caputo once worked for Gazprom Media in Russia advising Putin on how to improve his image).https://t.co/6OkTa48ZIw
“Beginning Friday, America First Action will spend $10 million in Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania — which yielded pivotal but bare victories for Trump in 2016 — to brand the presumptive Democratic nominee as “Beijing Biden” and see what sticks.”
“Beginning Friday, America First Action will spend $10 million in Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania — which yielded pivotal but bare victories for Trump in 2016 — to brand the presumptive Democratic nominee as “Beijing Biden” and see what sticks.” https://t.co/afyNWNqYDG— Jonathan Swan (@jonathanvswan) April 16, 2020
No supporting 3rd party candidates this year. If you don’t vote for Biden, you’re voting for Trump. Period.
No supporting 3rd party candidates this year. If you don’t vote for Biden, you’re voting for Trump. Period.— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) April 15, 2020
Sen Kennedy: "We've gotta reopen, and when we do the coronavirus is gonna spread faster"
If disgraceful, hypocritical, incompassionate, amoral, and tone deaf was a person. Here's what it would look like. https://t.co/zN0phYPHDk— Antoine Pierce for U.S. Senate (@AntoinePierce) April 16, 2020
Zombieland: Triple Tap
Zombieland: Triple Tap pic.twitter.com/d4w6wyzmgW— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) April 16, 2020
So there are THOUSANDS of cars blocking the streets in Lansing, right? And most of these people are in their cars with the windows rolled up? Only about 150 or so got out of their cars. But they ALL want to go back to work? Totally not buying it. What a bunch of losers.
So there are THOUSANDS of cars blocking the streets in Lansing, right? And most of these people are in their cars with the windows rolled up? Only about 150 or so got out of their cars. But they ALL want to go back to work?— Tami Burages (@tburages) April 15, 2020
Totally not buying it. What a bunch of losers.
“Ms. Trump herself has not followed the federal guidelines advising against discretionary travel, leaving Washington for another one of her family’s homes, even as she has publicly thanked people for self-quarantining.”
What word rhymes with...parasitical?— David Priess (@DavidPriess) April 16, 2020
“Ms. Trump herself has not followed the federal guidelines advising against discretionary travel, leaving Washington for another one of her family’s homes, even as she has publicly thanked people for self-quarantining.”https://t.co/R6aoea1wZo
They’re not even hiding the treason anymore.
They’re not even hiding the treason anymore. https://t.co/cFUyMNILlu— Melissa Jo Peltier (@MelissaJPeltier) April 16, 2020
Very few masks, lots of Trump banners and flags. These lunatics are gravely endangering the lives of the health workers who will have to care for them when they fall ill. And they are waving Trump's stamp of approval in the air.
Very few masks, lots of Trump banners and flags.— Tami Burages (@tburages) April 15, 2020
These lunatics are gravely endangering the lives of the health workers who will have to care for them when they fall ill. And they are waving Trump's stamp of approval in the air. https://t.co/OfQtQO6ZeU
Am already hearing from constituents who are just furious that he delayed their checks for this. I'm pretty sure they are not the only ones.
Am already hearing from constituents who are just furious that he delayed their checks for this. I'm pretty sure they are not the only ones. https://t.co/W6HBLvEZhr— Rep. Don Beyer (@RepDonBeyer) April 15, 2020
ICYMI: Trump’s re-election campaign averted a public relations miasma today as the trial of two Rudy Giuliani associates was postponed until 2021 over Covid-19. Sharp analysis by @JenGRodgers, in an interview with me.
ICYMI: Trump’s re-election campaign averted a public relations miasma today as the trial of two Rudy Giuliani associates was postponed until 2021 over Covid-19.— Adam Klasfeld (@KlasfeldReports) April 15, 2020
Sharp analysis by @JenGRodgers, in an interview with me. @CourthouseNewshttps://t.co/ZLqfQBcU5f
NEW: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce says in a statement that "cutting the WHO’s funding during the COVID-19 pandemic is not in U.S. interests given the organization’s critical role assisting other countries — particularly in the developing world — in their response."
NEW: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce says in a statement that "cutting the WHO’s funding during the COVID-19 pandemic is not in U.S. interests given the organization’s critical role assisting other countries — particularly in the developing world — in their response."— Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) April 15, 2020
Can someone explain to me how Texas has been approved for $1 billion more in SBA loans - & more than 30,000 loans!- than California despite our economy being $1 trillion larger & California being much harder hit by COVID-19?
Can someone explain to me how Texas has been approved for $1 billion more in SBA loans - & more than 30,000 loans!- than California despite our economy being $1 trillion larger & California being much harder hit by COVID-19? pic.twitter.com/FuTCedqkGO— Jackie Speier (@RepSpeier) April 15, 2020
We are the most spoiled, bratty country in the world
We are the most spoiled, bratty country in the world. https://t.co/3l111c0dhR— kristen johnston (@thekjohnston) April 15, 2020
#BREAKING: I am issuing an Executive Order today that all people MUST wear a mask or face covering in public in situations where social distancing is not possible.
#BREAKING: I am issuing an Executive Order today that all people MUST wear a mask or face covering in public in situations where social distancing is not possible.— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) April 15, 2020
New video with from us and @protctdemocracy: The president doesn't have "absolute" or "total authority." He's not a king -- even if he thinks he is.
New video with from us and @protctdemocracy: The president doesn't have "absolute" or "total authority." He's not a king -- even if he thinks he is. pic.twitter.com/oKOSHhzu5n— Republicans for the Rule of Law (@ForTheRuleOfLaw) April 15, 2020
.@neal_katyal, the former Acting Solicitor General, tells @Lawrence that President Trump's decision to cut funding to the World Health Organization is not a coronavirus policy and "usurps the power of Congress."
.@neal_katyal, the former Acting Solicitor General, tells @Lawrence that President Trump's decision to cut funding to the World Health Organization is not a coronavirus policy and "usurps the power of Congress." https://t.co/Kg86eBp7ur pic.twitter.com/6Sq9N6iMaM— The Last Word (@TheLastWord) April 16, 2020
This from @MaxBoot is spot on. Secret ballots are secret for a reason. When you fill out your ballot this fall, vote your conscience and your country:
This from @MaxBoot is spot on. Secret ballots are secret for a reason. When you fill out your ballot this fall, vote your conscience and your country: https://t.co/fDelbjQtby— reedgalen (@reedgalen) April 15, 2020
“The U.S. neglects all the facts and makes wanton accusations against China” Lijian
“The U.S. neglects all the facts and makes wanton accusations against China” Lijian https://t.co/zSrisSLJDW— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) April 16, 2020
Shot // Chaser
I mean, when you put it THAT way...https://t.co/7Ru2L2kJ6H— John Schindler (@20committee) April 16, 2020
Don't Be Fooled. Trump’s Cuts to WHO Aren’t About the Coronavirus
Don't Be Fooled. Trump’s Cuts to WHO Aren’t About the Coronavirus https://t.co/gUhUYeMkHj via @defenseone— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) April 15, 2020
Trump decries that federal judges have to wait “for days” to be approved to hold a lifetime of power over Americans. Meanwhile, you know who is still waiting for a hearing? Merrick Garland
Trump decries that federal judges have to wait “for days” to be approved to hold a lifetime of power over Americans. Meanwhile, you know who is still waiting for a hearing? Merrick Garland. https://t.co/W99HXeQsUh— ilyseh (@ilyseh) April 16, 2020
As Trump admin discouraged use of masks, White House was secretly securing a stockpile for itself.
As Trump admin discouraged use of masks, White House was secretly securing a stockpile for itself. @CarolLeonnig @John_Hudson @lizzadwoskin https://t.co/nOheU1JaIl— Greg Miller (@gregpmiller) April 15, 2020
Scene in Lansing right now as protestors carrying Trump and Confederate flags surround the Capitol. Thousands of vehicles are backed up
Scene in Lansing right now as protestors carrying Trump and Confederate flags surround the Capitol. Thousands of vehicles are backed up.https://t.co/YgNIj0ngtA pic.twitter.com/ttGeIvsY0P— Tami Burages (@tburages) April 15, 2020
I find it interesting that the protestors want you to know who they are willing to risk their lives for. #TrumpismIsADeathCult.
I find it interesting that the protestors want you to know who they are willing to risk their lives for. #TrumpismIsADeathCult. pic.twitter.com/I3bVFKEEaw— Tami Burages (@tburages) April 15, 2020
Dear @realDonaldTrump: It’s very embarrassing that you don’t know what is in the Constitution. Please read it or get a briefing on it. Also, why is your Administration so behind in testing? Nationwide testing declined 30% over last week. We cannot reopen America without testing.
Dear @realDonaldTrump: It’s very embarrassing that you don’t know what is in the Constitution. Please read it or get a briefing on it.— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) April 16, 2020
Also, why is your Administration so behind in testing? Nationwide testing declined 30% over last week. We cannot reopen America without testing. https://t.co/JtiTtsHT07
Donald Trump Is Treating His Decision to “Reopen” the Country Like Reality TV
This is so dead-on.https://t.co/MV0Ifv0wO6— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) April 15, 2020
Mayor Hameeduddin says he turned to the private sector for help setting up a coronavirus testing site in Teaneck, New Jersey. “From a local level we're doing this basically on our own. We're not getting any help from the federal and state governments.”
Mayor Hameeduddin says he turned to the private sector for help setting up a coronavirus testing site in Teaneck, New Jersey.— MSNBC (@MSNBC) April 16, 2020
“From a local level we're doing this basically on our own. We're not getting any help from the federal and state governments.” https://t.co/2tdS9NoCiH
On today's #frontpage: --Plan to reopen has wide gaps: The White House has been warned that a May goal is risky. --Rush for antibody tests raises red flags: Firms are lining up to fill the need, but lab experts warn unreliable results could do more harm than good.
On today's #frontpage:— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) April 16, 2020
--Plan to reopen has wide gaps: The White House has been warned that a May goal is risky.
--Rush for antibody tests raises red flags: Firms are lining up to fill the need, but lab experts warn unreliable results could do more harm than good. pic.twitter.com/0E92gCb2bW
Why on earth is this still happening in Massachusetts or anywhere else, President Trump?
Why on earth is this still happening in Massachusetts or anywhere else, President Trump? https://t.co/T8cdO8xAiD— Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren) April 15, 2020
A key member of Trump's new committee on reopening the economy is signaling that the administration should stay focused on fighting the #coronavirus and keeping Americans financially stable rather than immediately getting people back to business as usual.
A key member of Trump's new committee on reopening the economy is signaling that the administration should stay focused on fighting the #coronavirus and keeping Americans financially stable rather than immediately getting people back to business as usual.https://t.co/iHHZvIHIR3— Democratic Coalition (@TheDemCoalition) April 16, 2020
It's now clear as day. @realDonaldTrump isn't interested in scaling-up testing, contact tracing, isolation, PPE, training thousands to do tests, help manage the next phase, nor foster social distancing in any way by offering ordinary Americans more support.
If he was, he could go to the podium at any one of his daily briefings & endorse the plans that are now peak consensus on the roadmap out of this crisis. Like a child, he just keeps asking when can we re-open, when can we re-open? Like it's all a big Xmas present for a child. 2/— Gregg Gonsalves (@gregggonsalves) April 16, 2020
Former President Jimmy Carter "distressed" by President Trump's decision to withhold World Health Organization funding
Former President Jimmy Carter "distressed" by President Trump's decision to withhold World Health Organization funding https://t.co/O4nwdtMbK6 pic.twitter.com/cKjnbGgMRl— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) April 16, 2020
Lindsey Graham calls to cut coronavirus unemployment benefits by $7/hour: ‘We’ve got to get that fixed’
Please South Carolina, help the country and don't reelect @LindseyGrahamSC.... Lindsey Graham calls to cut coronavirus unemployment benefits by $7/hour: ‘We’ve got to get that fixed’ - https://t.co/4stnF91j2K— Gale Turner Strong (@GaleTStrong) April 15, 2020
“The Trump campaign, RNC and two joint fundraising committees, including Trump Victory, have raised more than $1 billion toward the president’s reelection...”
Mercer owes USA 7 Billion in back taxes.
“The Trump campaign, RNC and two joint fundraising committees, including Trump Victory, have raised more than $1 billion toward the president’s reelection...”— blmohr (@blmohr) April 16, 2020
Mercer gave $355,200 in February to Trump Victory, a committee that raises money for Trump’s 2020 reelection.
Mercer gave $355,200 in February to Trump Victory, a committee that raises money for Trump’s 2020 reelection. https://t.co/rm89xdJgDC— blmohr (@blmohr) April 16, 2020
UPDATE: Massachusetts has now seen more than 30,000 positive #coronavirus cases and 1,100 deaths. @NickGNews has details on the new numbers broken down by cities and towns as Gov. Baker says we are in the surge
UPDATE: Massachusetts has now seen more than 30,000 positive #coronavirus cases and 1,100 deaths. @NickGNews has details on the new numbers broken down by cities and towns as Gov. Baker says we are in the surge.https://t.co/QjlslbuMBx#wbzthismorning #wbz @wbz #CBSNBoston pic.twitter.com/kcDLMRyMsq— Chris McKinnon (@chrisWBZ) April 16, 2020
No big deal. It's only a population of 20 million.
No big deal. It's only a population of 20 million. https://t.co/S4tvVP9O9B— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) April 15, 2020
Democrats said President Trump lacks the authority to halt funding to the WHO already approved by Congress
Democrats said President Trump lacks the authority to halt funding to the WHO already approved by Congress. https://t.co/AydpJCF0yO— CNBC (@CNBC) April 16, 2020
South Korea’s ruling party secured a resounding victory in parliamentary elections, which had the highest turnout despite coronavirus fears
South Korea’s ruling party secured a resounding victory in parliamentary elections, which had the highest turnout despite coronavirus fearshttps://t.co/njcXr9JaOx— POLITICO (@politico) April 16, 2020
Watch this video of Merkel and compare it to Trump, who recently lamented that the virus has become so “brilliant” that antibiotics don’t work—against a virus
Watch this video of Merkel and compare it to Trump, who recently lamented that the virus has become so “brilliant” that antibiotics don’t work—against a virus. Via @BenjAlvarez1. pic.twitter.com/awAsd6PjmN— Brian Klaas (@brianklaas) April 16, 2020
“The United States is the biggest overall donor to the WHO and had contributed more than $800 million by the end of 2019 for the 2018-2019 biennial funding period. The Gates Foundation is the second largest donor, followed by Britain.”
“The United States is the biggest overall donor to the WHO and had contributed more than $800 million by the end of 2019 for the 2018-2019 biennial funding period. The Gates Foundation is the second largest donor, followed by Britain.” https://t.co/JasBAppLHT— blmohr (@blmohr) April 16, 2020
Total Incompetence: Some stimulus checks are being sent to the wrong accounts: 'The bank account numbers are not even close.'
Total Incompetence: Some stimulus checks are being sent to the wrong accounts: 'The bank account numbers are not even close.' https://t.co/hN8ZZyugcE— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) April 16, 2020
Military-grade propaganda unleashed on a civilian population - via connected MSM, social media platforms, and fringe news outlets - over a sustained period of time... works.
Military-grade propaganda unleashed on a civilian population - via connected MSM, social media platforms, and fringe news outlets - over a sustained period of time... works. https://t.co/9MICV5HIkZ— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) April 15, 2020
Joe Biden today accused President Trump of throwing “temper tantrums” rather than worrying about those affected by the coronavirus pandemic
Joe Biden today accused President Trump of throwing “temper tantrums” rather than worrying about those affected by the coronavirus pandemichttps://t.co/85TATokUB5— POLITICO (@politico) April 15, 2020
How’d this happen? On a Florida island for the ultra wealthy, everyone gets a coronavirus antibody test. Fisher Island, Florida is the richest zip code in the country—& the only place in the nation where everyone can get a coronavirus antibody test.
💁♀️How’d this happen? On a Florida island for the ultra wealthy, everyone gets a coronavirus antibody test.— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) April 16, 2020
Fisher Island, Florida is the richest zip code in the country—& the only place in the nation where everyone can get a coronavirus antibody test. https://t.co/6SXTe49etS
There is no such authority, but about 60 million people now think there is and are rooting for him to do it.
There is no such authority, but about 60 million people now think there is and are rooting for him to do it. https://t.co/Eq4AJOWTmz— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) April 15, 2020
Make no mistake. This Lansing protest has Trump's tiny fingerprints all over it, and is meant to intimidate the governor into rescinding Michigan's Stay At Home order.
Nearly 2000 Michiganders have died from this deadly disease. The only way of saving more lives right now is social distancing, and Trump is trying to impede that! It's a form of terrorism.— Tami Burages (@tburages) April 15, 2020
President Trump says there are many unstaffed positions in his administration because the Democrats have been holding up positions. He adds he’s confirmed close to 250 judges through the Senate. But says there are 129 positions stuck in Congress that could be working on virus.
President Trump says there are many unstaffed positions in his administration because the Democrats have been holding up positions.— Yamiche Alcindor (@Yamiche) April 15, 2020
He adds he’s confirmed close to 250 judges through the Senate. But says there are 129 positions stuck in Congress that could be working on virus.
After thousands of deaths and catastrophic economic fallout, Americans deserve the facts about our COVID response. What went wrong? Why was America so unprepared? How can we better protect the country in the future? We must insist, and act, upon the facts. The truth matters
After thousands of deaths and catastrophic economic fallout, Americans deserve the facts about our COVID response.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) April 15, 2020
What went wrong? Why was America so unprepared? How can we better protect the country in the future?
We must insist, and act, upon the facts.
The truth matters. https://t.co/5NIc2ySjDu
I was on CNN with Kayleigh McEnany after the 2017 Women’s March. In the elevator after our segment, she smiled as she told me how easy it is to profit from being a pretty woman willing to support Trump on TV. Now she’s his press secretary. I suppose it was only a matter of time.
I was stunned by our interaction. She spewed anti-choice rhetoric in the Women’s March segment, and then acted as if we’d just gotten brunch together.— Lauren Duca (@laurenduca) April 15, 2020
Kayleigh McEnany is willing to say absolutely anything to get ahead, and apparently Satan has her on speed dial.
Catching coronavirus to own the libs
Catching coronavirus to own the libs pic.twitter.com/Rtzw8wobrk— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) April 15, 2020
Democracy depends on an informed citizenry and social cohesion. Here’s a look at how misinformation can spread through social media, and why it can hurt our ability to respond to crises. — Barack Obama
Democracy depends on an informed citizenry and social cohesion. Here’s a look at how misinformation can spread through social media, and why it can hurt our ability to respond to crises. https://t.co/qnLcR3mh8A— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) April 15, 2020
Mark your calendars, court-watchers: Hot off the SCOTUS docket.
🗓️ Mark your calendars, court-watchers:— Adam Klasfeld (@KlasfeldReports) April 15, 2020
Hot off the SCOTUS docket.
cc: @CourthouseNews pic.twitter.com/eLCn4k7ZTT
He’s blamed the World Health Organization. He’s blamed governors. He’s blamed the media. The list goes on and on. Trump—take responsibility and help Americans who are suffering and dying from your failures.
He’s blamed the World Health Organization.— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) April 15, 2020
He’s blamed governors.
He’s blamed the media.
The list goes on and on.
Trump—take responsibility and help Americans who are suffering and dying from your failures.
Ugh, they’re going to bailout the Fucking cruise-liners.
Ugh, they’re going to bailout the Fucking cruise-liners. https://t.co/3Y7WplBI95— Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) April 16, 2020
Caputo, who moved to Moscow in 1990s, was Putin’s image maker, worked for Gasprom, & is close pals with Stone & Manafort, spent last year promoting the Kremlin’s 2016 election Ukraine conspiracy and nonsense about Bidens, in coordination w/ Russian agent Telizhenko. But now...
Former Putin flack joins Trump administration.— David Cay Johnston (@DavidCayJ) April 16, 2020
File under stuff you can’t make up. https://t.co/ra94zsycKO
"SNL" star Michael Che offered to pay one month’s rent to all 160 residents of a NYCHA apartment building where his grandmother lived before she succumbed to COVID-19
"SNL" star Michael Che offered to pay one month’s rent to all 160 residents of a NYCHA apartment building where his grandmother lived before she succumbed to COVID-19.https://t.co/No6zxKUcgF— New York Daily News (@NYDailyNews) April 16, 2020
Here are 15 times Trump shamelessly kowtowed to China while heaping praise on its leaders for its handling of the virus, even while they were lying to the United States and refusing to cooperate with our doctors and scientists.
Here are 15 times Trump shamelessly kowtowed to China while heaping praise on its leaders for its handling of the virus, even while they were lying to the United States and refusing to cooperate with our doctors and scientists.— Joe Scarborough (@JoeNBC) April 16, 2020
CC: @WHO https://t.co/xXDumJKiMz
Dead people can’t work
Dead people can’t work https://t.co/YzAjyfgFoy— Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) April 16, 2020
The appointment of Caputo, an actual Putin spokesman, as a senior USG official, is why every responsible American must reject the Trump WH. Period. No exceptions. Time to be counted. Well, actually on 03 NOV, to be precise.
The appointment of Caputo, an actual Putin spokesman, as a senior USG official, is why every responsible American must reject the Trump WH.— John Schindler (@20committee) April 16, 2020
Period. No exceptions.
Time to be counted.
Well, actually on 03 NOV, to be precise.
COVID-19 is amplifying so many inequities in our society. We have to ensure support gets to those who need it immediately, and then do the necessary work to rip out the structural racism that creates these inequalities.
COVID-19 is amplifying so many inequities in our society. We have to ensure support gets to those who need it immediately, and then do the necessary work to rip out the structural racism that creates these inequalities. https://t.co/fDUcAdfOHz— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) April 15, 2020
FACT: Credit union and community bank customers were in danger of being *delayed* permanently from participating in programs to shore up small businesses. Democrats are ensuring that disparity in accessing credit is not perpetuated in funding that is meant to benefit everyone.
FACT: Credit union and community bank customers were in danger of being *delayed* permanently from participating in programs to shore up small businesses.— Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) April 16, 2020
Democrats are ensuring that disparity in accessing credit is not perpetuated in funding that is meant to benefit everyone. pic.twitter.com/dDfgMtlsqn
Horrifying: Police found 17 bodies at a nursing home in NJ. 68 deaths in total linked to the single facility.
Horrifying: Police found 17 bodies at a nursing home in NJ. 68 deaths in total linked to the single facility. https://t.co/UQ2b27wClR— Julie Bosman (@juliebosman) April 16, 2020
"Cristina now has Covid. She is now positive. It just breaks my heart. It is the one thing I was hoping wouldn't happen, and now it has."
"Cristina now has Covid. She is now positive. It just breaks my heart. It is the one thing I was hoping wouldn't happen, and now it has." https://t.co/Gwpesl985t— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) April 16, 2020
A high school senior is calling for Barack Obama to deliver a virtual commencement address to America's Class of 2020
A high school senior is calling for Barack Obama to deliver a virtual commencement address to America's Class of 2020 https://t.co/jEyQg8BgGn pic.twitter.com/FBIwBP9IVh— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) April 16, 2020
Study finds startling number of asymptomatic pregnant women test positive for coronavirus
Study finds startling number of asymptomatic pregnant women test positive for coronavirus https://t.co/9PZIyN2RBE via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 16, 2020
Warren: Testing, equipment two biggest failures of COVID-19 response
Warren: Testing, equipment two biggest failures of COVID-19 response https://t.co/bsBL4h6v91 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 16, 2020
Rate of US coronavirus testing stalls despite Trump calls to end stay-at-home
Rate of US coronavirus testing stalls despite Trump calls to end stay-at-home https://t.co/LfTPyRh8y2 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 16, 2020
Warren would say yes if asked to be Biden's running mate
Warren would say yes if asked to be Biden's running mate https://t.co/cFc9ACj9Fe via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) April 16, 2020
The rest of the 10 million of us in Mich are smart enough to stay home and stay safe. A temporary order to stay home meets the constitutional test - narrowly tailored to achieve a compelling interest. They have a right to disagree with the policy, but not to endanger others
The rest of the 10 million of us in Mich are smart enough to stay home and stay safe. A temporary order to stay home meets the constitutional test - narrowly tailored to achieve a compelling interest. They have a right to disagree with the policy, but not to endanger others. https://t.co/8LNytFm99m— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) April 15, 2020
BREAKING: Democrats are laying out our $30 billion plan for a comprehensive national testing strategy and major new investments that bolster the supply and manufacturing chain, and significantly expand free testing for all, reporting, and contact tracing.
BREAKING: Democrats are laying out our $30 billion plan for a comprehensive national testing strategy— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) April 15, 2020
and major new investments that bolster the supply and manufacturing chain, and significantly expand free testing for all, reporting, and contact tracing.
Under the leadership of Scalia..”OSHA has also decided against issuing safety requirements to protect hospital and healthcare workers, including rules that would mandate nurses and other providers be given masks and protective gear recommended by the CDC when at risk of exposure”
Under the leadership of Scalia..”OSHA has also decided against issuing safety requirements to protect hospital and healthcare workers, including rules that would mandate nurses and other providers be given masks and protective gear recommended by the CDC when at risk of exposure” https://t.co/AqZViKloQs— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) April 16, 2020
"They're simply missing in action in handling this #epidemic.” “#OSHA has been invisible in this whole response."
"They're simply missing in action in handling this #epidemic.”— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) April 16, 2020
“#OSHA has been invisible in this whole response." https://t.co/eNbgvnjVvm
"If the Department of Labor leadership thinks that asking politely will result in major changes in workplace conditions, they haven't been watching the mounting number of disease cases in workplaces from farms to meatpacking plants to grocery stores,"
"If the Department of Labor leadership thinks that asking politely will result in major changes in workplace conditions, they haven't been watching the mounting number of disease cases in workplaces from farms to meatpacking plants to grocery stores," https://t.co/AqZViKloQs— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) April 16, 2020
As the devastating impact of the Covid-19 #pandemic on frontline workers becomes clearer by the day, critics—including some of the agency's former employees—have increasingly trained their ire on #OSHA for refusing to take action to ensure safe and sanitary job conditions.
As the devastating impact of the Covid-19 #pandemic on frontline workers becomes clearer by the day, critics—including some of the agency's former employees—have increasingly trained their ire on #OSHA for refusing to take action to ensure safe and sanitary job conditions. https://t.co/AqZViK3NrS— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) April 16, 2020
They feel looked down upon, and are furious that electing Trump didn’t relieve them of the feeling of being looked down upon. Of course, they have given absolutely no thought to why others might look down upon them, or the hostility they project toward others.
This @joshuabickel photo is a window into Esoteric Trumpism: pic.twitter.com/b8FmDXbUQL— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) April 15, 2020
They feel looked down upon, and are furious that electing Trump didn’t relieve them of the feeling of being looked down upon. Of course, they have given absolutely no thought to why others might look down upon them, or the hostility they project toward others.— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) April 16, 2020
Dear @realDonaldTrump: Can you ask Putin about this? Thanks.
Dear @realDonaldTrump: Can you ask Putin about this? Thanks. https://t.co/tFGS9JOzNc— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) April 16, 2020
When somebody is President of the United States, the responsibility is total.
When somebody is President of the United States, the responsibility is total. pic.twitter.com/hmhkBymGob— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) April 16, 2020
HEARTBREAKING: A pregnant nurse died from the Coronavirus, but an emergency C-section saved her baby girl. She was a 28-year-old nurse in England.
HEARTBREAKING: A pregnant nurse died from the Coronavirus, but an emergency C-section saved her baby girl. She was a 28-year-old nurse in England. https://t.co/90cLLoutx3— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) April 16, 2020
Geraldo Rivera told Sean Hannity that CNN and MSNBC were doing a “disservice to their audience” by fact-checking Trump’s daily briefings
Geraldo Rivera told Sean Hannity that CNN and MSNBC were doing a “disservice to their audience” by fact-checking Trump’s daily briefings https://t.co/r34GlD85M6— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) April 16, 2020
I’m old enough to remember when trump gave Pam a 25,000 dollar donation and then she lost interest in investigating trump university
I’m old enough to remember when trump gave Pam a 25,000 dollar donation and then she lost interest in investigating trump university https://t.co/NrNmZCMu3N— Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) April 16, 2020
"The notion that we're still talking about testing in terms of tens of thousands instead of tens of millions means we're just not on top of this." -Senator Elizabeth Warren
"The notion that we're still talking about testing in terms of tens of thousands instead of tens of millions means we're just not on top of this." -Senator Elizabeth Warren pic.twitter.com/DQpQTX63Ew— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) April 16, 2020
After Anonymous Tip, 17 Bodies Found at Nursing Home Hit by Virus
After Anonymous Tip, 17 Bodies Found at Nursing Home Hit by Virus https://t.co/cAuLJ91hrz— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) April 16, 2020
Speaker Pelosi: "Delaying direct payments to vulnerable families just to print his name on the check is another shameful example of President Trump's catastrophic failure to treat this crisis with the urgency it demands."
Speaker Pelosi: "Delaying direct payments to vulnerable families just to print his name on the check is another shameful example of President Trump's catastrophic failure to treat this crisis with the urgency it demands."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) April 16, 2020
Trump’s decision to defund WHO isn’t just petty or reactive – it literally plays into China’s hands. If the U.S. downgrades its participation in the WHO and other U.N. organizations, it will cede even more ground to the Chinese – which is what they wanth
Trump’s decision to defund WHO isn’t just petty or reactive – it literally plays into China’s hands.— POLITICO (@politico) April 16, 2020
If the U.S. downgrades its participation in the WHO and other U.N. organizations, it will cede even more ground to the Chinese – which is what they wanthttps://t.co/m570GCEapL
Wanna know WHY Trump can't push vacancy appointments thru Congress right now? Because when Obama tried to push through 3 nominees in 2012, the GOP sued. SCOTUS ruled against Obama & said he could only make such appointments during long recesses. So Trump can thank his own party.
Wanna know WHY Trump can't push vacancy appointments thru Congress right now? Because when Obama tried to push through 3 nominees in 2012, the GOP sued. SCOTUS ruled against Obama & said he could only make such appointments during long recesses.— Brian Tyler Cohen (@briantylercohen) April 16, 2020
So Trump can thank his own party.
As a Michigander, I would much rather hunker down, bored to tears, than to see me or someone I love attached to a respirator in a hospital--or to know I'd spread COVID to anyone. The people protesting are blooming idiots.
As a Michigander, I would much rather hunker down, bored to tears, than to see me or someone I love attached to a respirator in a hospital--or to know I'd spread COVID to anyone.— Ramona Grigg (@🏡) (@RamonaGrigg) April 15, 2020
The people protesting are blooming idiots.
Reported US coronavirus deaths: Feb. 15: 0 deaths Mar. 15: 65 deaths Apr. 15: 30,844 deaths
Reported US coronavirus deaths:— Ryan Struyk (@ryanstruyk) April 16, 2020
Feb. 15: 0 deaths
Mar. 15: 65 deaths
Apr. 15: 30,844 deaths
Today @andersoncooper explained to his audience how Trump repeats words like "strong" and "powerful" as a behavioral engineering technique to project himself as those things. Seeing our media calling out these manipulation techniques is encouraging.
Today @andersoncooper explained to his audience how Trump repeats words like "strong" and "powerful" as a behavioral engineering technique to project himself as those things.— Rodney Caston (@RodneyCaston) April 16, 2020
Seeing our media calling out these manipulation techniques is encouraging. 👍
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