(@unRealMaryTrump) June 18, 2020
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
A president who colludes with foreign governments and encourages them to build concentration camps. Treason. John Bolton book bombshells: Trump asked China's Xi for reelection help and told him to keep building concentration camps
A president who colludes with foreign governments and encourages them to build concentration camps.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) June 18, 2020
Treason.
John Bolton book bombshells: Trump asked China's Xi for reelection help and told him to keep building concentration camps https://t.co/ekrNvo1LtY
JUST IN: Simon & Schuster's response to the DOJ's new filing against Bolton: "A frivolous, politically motivated exercise in futility. Hundreds of thousands of copies of the book have already been distributed around the country and the world."
JUST IN: Simon & Schuster's response to the DOJ's new filing against Bolton: "A frivolous, politically motivated exercise in futility. Hundreds of thousands of copies of the book have already been distributed around the country and the world."— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) June 18, 2020
Arizona sheriff who refused to enforce lockdown now has COVID-19
Arizona sheriff who refused to enforce lockdown now has COVID-19 https://t.co/txezR5Vvlp— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 18, 2020
I couldn’t even stomach a single second. The less I see of his ugly mug, the better.
I couldn’t even stomach a single second. The less I see of his ugly mug, the better.— Boston 🥰 #BlackLivesMatter (@GirlNamedBoston) June 18, 2020
.@realDonaldTrump tells @seanhannity: "no one is getting through" the border wall. In fact, it's getting cut through on a regular basis.
.@realDonaldTrump tells @seanhannity: "no one is getting through" the border wall.— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) June 18, 2020
In fact, it's getting cut through on a regular basis. https://t.co/AEVJFMnAI9
.@realDonaldTrump just confessed on television to @seanhannity that he had NOT watched the full #GeorgeFloyd murder tape. Not surprised at all. He really needs to watch that tape. Maybe if he did he wouldn't have signed that weak ass executive order.
.@realDonaldTrump just confessed on television to @seanhannity that he had NOT watched the full #GeorgeFloyd murder tape.— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) June 18, 2020
Not surprised at all.
He really needs to watch that tape.
Maybe if he did he wouldn't have signed that weak ass executive order.
I heard it was @CLewandowski_ who leaked it. Many people are saying.
I heard it was @CLewandowski_ who leaked it. Many people are saying. https://t.co/fs7DFLZGcC— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) June 18, 2020
Trump bizarrely claims that a police reform bill "passed." It didn't. Trump signed an executive order.
Trump bizarrely claims that a police reform bill "passed." It didn't. Trump signed an executive order. pic.twitter.com/avgLUkEPDw— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 18, 2020
Another crime against your country @realDonaldTrump this one is treason.
Another crime against your country @realDonaldTrump this one is treason. https://t.co/e4uUC1Al9I— Friendswithyou (@Friendswithyou) June 17, 2020
What do the experts say about singing and #coronavirus transmission?
What do the experts say about singing and #coronavirus transmission? https://t.co/gaWAHIQswu— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) June 18, 2020
Watch as @mattgaetz makes a ridiculous attempt to distract today by not only attempting to disrespect Cedric Richmond (D-LA), but the entire Judiciary Committee. Gaetz is not interested in leadership...he should just quit now and do community theater.
Watch as @mattgaetz makes a ridiculous attempt to distract today by not only attempting to disrespect Cedric Richmond (D-LA), but the entire Judiciary Committee. Gaetz is not interested in leadership...he should just quit now and do community theater. pic.twitter.com/nVpYqDVX5S— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) June 18, 2020
Breaking: Justice Department seeks emergency order to block publication of John Bolton’s book
Breaking: Justice Department seeks emergency order to block publication of John Bolton’s book https://t.co/91U3NfaY5L— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) June 18, 2020
Fighting Slander Suit Over Tucker Carlson, Fox Calls Host Hyperbolic
Fighting Slander Suit Over Tucker Carlson, Fox Calls Host Hyperbolic https://t.co/kLLDMm9wSs @KlasfeldReports— Courthouse News (@CourthouseNews) June 18, 2020
Every charge is a confession ... — Christine Pelosi
Every charge is a confession ... https://t.co/XgL85yczqu— Christine Pelosi (@sfpelosi) June 18, 2020
China made @realdonaldtrump roll over like a dog.
China made @realdonaldtrump roll over like a dog. pic.twitter.com/jz69XZ72UU— The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) June 17, 2020
Countries with the lowest COVID19 rates versus those with the highest. One group believed in science, the other scoffed at it. Seems like there’s another commonality I’m missing too. Oh yeah, bad haircuts for the sack of assholes with high coronavirus rates!
Countries with the lowest COVID19 rates versus those with the highest. One group believed in science, the other scoffed at it. Seems like there’s another commonality I’m missing too. Oh yeah, bad haircuts for the sack of assholes with high coronavirus rates! #coronavirus #COVID pic.twitter.com/PlxmYKv4gr— Bleeding Heart Liberal Marine (@zaharako) June 17, 2020
My *NEW* Trump video is here!! For years I've watched Donald Trump repeatedly congratulate himself for FAILING. I call this bizarre process: "THE ART OF THE FAKE VICTORY LAP" And I've made a video to show exactly how Trump does it
No, this one is great
My *NEW* Trump video is here!!— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) June 17, 2020
For years I've watched Donald Trump repeatedly congratulate himself for FAILING. I call this bizarre process:
"THE ART OF THE FAKE VICTORY LAP"
And I've made a video to show exactly how Trump does it. pic.twitter.com/Oe18dJrjMp
US sanctions Assad, his wife, others in bid to shut down foreign investment for Syrian regime.
US sanctions Assad, his wife, others in bid to shut down foreign investment for Syrian regime. https://t.co/yxfsUc3fXY— ABC News (@ABC) June 17, 2020
Worth noting, based on @jenszalai‘s scathing review, that Bolton’s “turning point” with Trump came after he called off a war with Iran. Not after he tried to recruit China’s strongman for his re-election campaign
Worth noting, based on @jenszalai‘s scathing review, that Bolton’s “turning point” with Trump came after he called off a war with Iran. Not after he tried to recruit China’s strongman for his re-election campaign. https://t.co/foNVAo3EoG— Mark Landler (@MarkLandler) June 17, 2020
A fiery exchange in the House police reform hearing just now. Rep. Gaetz berates Rep. Richmond: “Who in the hell do you think you are?”
A fiery exchange in the House police reform hearing just now.— The Recount (@therecount) June 17, 2020
Rep. Gaetz berates Rep. Richmond: “Who in the hell do you think you are?” pic.twitter.com/4czwRkhD5D
ABC is starting to release clips from its exclusive Bolton interview – there will be more on Thursday's @GMA
ABC is starting to release clips from its exclusive Bolton interview – there will be more on Thursday's @GMA https://t.co/Li8lFDdTTa— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) June 17, 2020
Notwithstanding Bolton’s unconscionable delay, his allegations are serious. They again demonstrate that Trump's impeachable conduct with Ukraine was part of a clear pattern: Seeking personal political benefit from foreign powers. History will judge Republicans. Harshly.
Notwithstanding Bolton’s unconscionable delay, his allegations are serious.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) June 17, 2020
They again demonstrate that Trump's impeachable conduct with Ukraine was part of a clear pattern:
Seeking personal political benefit from foreign powers.
History will judge Republicans. Harshly.
Wow. Just wow. "In a June 2019 meeting with China’s Xi Jinping, Trump “stunningly, turned the conversation to the coming U.S. presidential election…pleading with Xi to ensure he’d win,” writes former national security adviser John Bolton.
Wow. Just wow. "In a June 2019 meeting with China’s Xi Jinping, Trump “stunningly, turned the conversation to the coming U.S. presidential election…pleading with Xi to ensure he’d win,” writes former national security adviser John Bolton. https://t.co/GxccrNnlOX— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) June 17, 2020
Powell warns Congress against withdrawing stimulus
Powell warns Congress against withdrawing stimulus https://t.co/OyAXvC0vu6— Financial Times (@FT) June 17, 2020
John Bolton: “I think Putin thinks he can play him like a fiddle.”
.@MarthaRaddatz: “How would you describe Trump's relationship with Vladimir Putin?”— ABC News (@ABC) June 17, 2020
John Bolton: “I think Putin thinks he can play him like a fiddle.”
Watch more from the exclusive interview this Sunday at 9|8c on ABC. pic.twitter.com/VALmx3Z0f0
"The military as an institution has made clear that it will not tolerate turning against American citizens, or undermining the Constitution. It should not have come to this." The Generals Are Fighting Back
"The military as an institution has made clear that it will not tolerate turning against American citizens, or undermining the Constitution. It should not have come to this."— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) June 17, 2020
The Generals Are Fighting Back https://t.co/PGTPHqryI5 via @BulwarkOnline
Some Americans (even teachers) have always been “Q” adjacent. They just didn’t have a letter to hang their tinfoil on.
Some Americans (even teachers) have always been “Q” adjacent. They just didn’t have a letter to hang their tinfoil on. https://t.co/22hOjE5cCP— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) June 17, 2020
Everything we are learning from Bolton...why in the world did 51 Republican Senators decide they didn’t want you to hear it months ago? Not only do these revelations indict Trump, they also indict all 51 of them. — Claire McCaskill
Everything we are learning from Bolton...why in the world did 51 Republican Senators decide they didn’t want you to hear it months ago? Not only do these revelations indict Trump, they also indict all 51 of them.— Claire McCaskill (@clairecmc) June 17, 2020
President Trump has told advisers he wants to find and prosecute the person who leaked the fact he went to the White House bunker as protests escalated in Washington, D.C. earlier this month
President Trump has told advisers he wants to find and prosecute the person who leaked the fact he went to the White House bunker as protests escalated in Washington, D.C. earlier this month https://t.co/9kWBOXKMZZ— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 17, 2020
Trump's givin' Hitler lessons to the Chinese.
Trump's givin' Hitler lessons to the Chinese. https://t.co/0IALX8VXif— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) June 17, 2020
"No one's been tougher on China than me."
"No one's been tougher on China than me." https://t.co/wUdRj9004T— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) June 17, 2020
Here's your daily reminder that Mitch McConnell is holding your right to vote hostage by refusing to expand #VoteByMail nationwide so you can vote safely during a pandemic.
Here's your daily reminder that Mitch McConnell is holding your right to vote hostage by refusing to expand #VoteByMail nationwide so you can vote safely during a pandemic.— Ron Wyden (@RonWyden) June 17, 2020
Covering federal murder case, ABC's World News Tonight didn't mention the suspect's ties to dangerous “boogaloo” movement:
Covering federal murder case, ABC's World News Tonight didn't mention the suspect's ties to dangerous “boogaloo” movement: https://t.co/f8coWNYgVM— Media Matters (@mmfa) June 17, 2020
EXCLUSIVE: Executives at South Carolina’s largest newspaper asked staff to return to work in the office full-time despite concerns about the coronavirus. Now, there’s a COVID-19 case in the paper’s building.
EXCLUSIVE: Executives at South Carolina’s largest newspaper asked staff to return to work in the office full-time despite concerns about the coronavirus. Now, there’s a COVID-19 case in the paper’s building. https://t.co/MrYbPZkPIH— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 17, 2020
You're John Bolton. You have the goods on the president. You could go public at first sign of danger. You don't. You could testify to reveal the truth and perhaps stop the president from further crimes. You don't. Instead you go public only when it benefits you monetarily. Scum.
You're John Bolton. You have the goods on the president. You could go public at first sign of danger. You don't. You could testify to reveal the truth and perhaps stop the president from further crimes. You don't. Instead you go public only when it benefits you monetarily. Scum.— David Rothkopf (@djrothkopf) June 17, 2020
Susan Collins will oppose the nomination of Justin Walker - a McConnell protege and former Kavanaugh clerk - to the D.C. circuit, @marianne_levine scoops
Susan Collins will oppose the nomination of Justin Walker - a McConnell protege and former Kavanaugh clerk - to the D.C. circuit, @marianne_levine scoops https://t.co/ne5mqNQTAo— Seung Min Kim (@seungminkim) June 17, 2020
BREAKING: Huge congrats to #Ireland just elected to @UN Security Council for 2021-22. In fierce contest w/ Canada & Norway, Ireland impressed w/ econ & social progress at home, will to push on climate, yrs of relief work & role (quoting Irish amb) as “bridge-builders by nature.”
BREAKING: Huge congrats to #Ireland just elected to @UN Security Council for 2021-22. In fierce contest w/ Canada & Norway, Ireland impressed w/ econ & social progress at home, will to push on climate, yrs of relief work & role (quoting Irish amb) as “bridge-builders by nature.”— Samantha Power (@SamanthaJPower) June 17, 2020
Is anyone really surprised POTUS thinks internment camps are cool? Or have we forgotten what he has done to our own border? He is the worst human to hold this office. You can decide what that means about all his enablers.
Is anyone really surprised POTUS thinks internment camps are cool? Or have we forgotten what he has done to our own border?— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) June 17, 2020
He is the worst human to hold this office. You can decide what that means about all his enablers. pic.twitter.com/YIhZ1EySZP
INBOX: @realDonaldTrump, who — according to @AmbJohnBolton — told Xi Jinping that he was ok with his building of the concentration camps for Uighurs, has signed the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020 into law.
INBOX: @realDonaldTrump, who — according to @AmbJohnBolton — told Xi Jinping that he was ok with his building of the concentration camps for Uighurs, has signed the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020 into law. pic.twitter.com/KzG12thh0s— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) June 17, 2020
Ok, Trump defending MBS after the Khashoggi murder TO PROTECT HIS DAUGHTER FROM AN EMAIL SCANDAL is.....
Ok, Trump defending MBS after the Khashoggi murder TO PROTECT HIS DAUGHTER FROM AN EMAIL SCANDAL is..... https://t.co/u0QKSB7PN1 pic.twitter.com/pxOIDF9KtE— Alex Ward (@AlexWardVox) June 17, 2020
Atlanta officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks will be charged with felony murder
Atlanta officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks will be charged with felony murder https://t.co/3ETzqwpWpQ (via AP)— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 17, 2020
This is a huge allegation: "According to our interpreter, Trump said that Xi should go ahead with building the [Uighur internment] camps, which Trump thought was exactly the right thing to do."
This is a huge allegation:— Ben Swasey (@benswasey) June 17, 2020
"According to our interpreter, Trump said that Xi should go ahead with building the [Uighur internment] camps, which Trump thought was exactly the right thing to do." https://t.co/ipOb1D6BEp
Trump talked about intervening in criminal cases like ZTE and Halkbank "to, in effect, give personal favors to dictators he liked," Bolton writes. "The pattern looked like obstruction of justice as a way of life, which we couldn’t accept."
Trump talked about intervening in criminal cases like ZTE and Halkbank "to, in effect, give personal favors to dictators he liked," Bolton writes. "The pattern looked like obstruction of justice as a way of life, which we couldn’t accept."— Peter Baker (@peterbakernyt) June 17, 2020
During Trump’s 2018 meeting with Kim Jong-un, Pompeo slipped Bolton a note disparaging the president, saying, “He is so full of shit.” Pompeo later said the North Korea diplomacy had "zero probability of success."
Trump didn’t seem to know that Britain was a nuclear power and asked if Finland were part of Russia, Bolton writes. Intelligence briefings were a waste of time “since much of the time was spent listening to Trump, rather than Trump listening to the briefers.”— Peter Baker (@peterbakernyt) June 17, 2020
Bolton says in his new book that the House in its impeachment inquiry should have investigated Trump not just on Ukraine but for a variety of instances when he sought to intervene in law enforcement matters for political reasons.
Bolton says in his new book that the House in its impeachment inquiry should have investigated Trump not just on Ukraine but for a variety of instances when he sought to intervene in law enforcement matters for political reasons. https://t.co/bJmVSIWhI1— Peter Baker (@peterbakernyt) June 17, 2020
Bolton: the House committed malpractice by not investigating things that I didn't tell anyone were happening until now in my book released six months later.
Bolton: the House committed malpractice by not investigating things that I didn't tell anyone were happening until now in my book released six months later. https://t.co/QzC8OzkwSP— Daniel Jacobson (@Dan_F_Jacobson) June 17, 2020
Trump asked Chinese president to help him win reelection and told Xi he agreed that China should build concentration camps for 1 million Muslims.
Trump asked Chinese president to help him win reelection and told Xi he agreed that China should build concentration camps for 1 million Muslims. https://t.co/ZyVPr5Sd8U— Joe Scarborough (@JoeNBC) June 17, 2020
Larry Nassar survivors ask DOJ to release report on FBI's delays in sexual abuse investigation
“Why is the Justice Department sitting on this report?" https://t.co/0cWNZHZ3Gx— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) June 17, 2020
Hakeem Jeffries, an impeachment manager, on John Bolton: “It's curious to me that now he has something to say when he could have stepped forward as a patriot when the stakes were high and the President was on trial - and he ran and hid in the other direction,” per @alizaslav
Hakeem Jeffries, an impeachment manager, on John Bolton: “It's curious to me that now he has something to say when he could have stepped forward as a patriot when the stakes were high and the President was on trial - and he ran and hid in the other direction,” per @alizaslav— Manu Raju (@mkraju) June 17, 2020
Per Bolton, the White House sought to suppress the conversation in which President Trump corruptly solicited the Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party’s assistance with his re-election campaign in 2020.
Per Bolton, the White House sought to suppress the conversation in which President Trump corruptly solicited the Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party’s assistance with his re-election campaign in 2020. https://t.co/e8MpEmGmZn pic.twitter.com/be2r9K63Q8— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) June 17, 2020
Bolton deserves nothing but scorn for keeping this back until now. Utterly shameful.
Bolton deserves nothing but scorn for keeping this back until now. Utterly shameful.https://t.co/N6fEj0Tlse— David Jolly (@DavidJollyFL) June 17, 2020
Fox News airs the Biden speech instead of the Trump speech
Fox News airs the Biden speech instead of the Trump speech pic.twitter.com/rSDNIO6Ffl— Acyn Torabi (@Acyn) June 17, 2020
NYT frequently receives books in advance and embargoes reviews until the book contents spill out, which, in the case of the Bolton book, is now :::
NYT frequently receives books in advance and embargoes reviews until the book contents spill out, which, in the case of the Bolton book, is now ::: https://t.co/maaxsojfOT— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) June 17, 2020
Seems like July 3, 2020 is a popular date for @TheJusticeDept departures Brian Bienkowski Jody Hunt Neal Fransisco Previously Joseph Brown actIng AUSA EDTX Solicitor General Noel Francisco Announces Departure from Department of Justice
Seems like July 3, 2020 is a popular date for @TheJusticeDept departures— File411 (@File411) June 17, 2020
Brian Bienkowski
Jody Hunt
Neal Fransisco
Previously Joseph Brown actIng AUSA EDTX
Solicitor General Noel Francisco Announces Departure from Department of Justice https://t.co/CQtw0uEild
Trump pleaded with Chinese President Xi Jinping to ensure he’d win the 2020 U.S. election, Bolton writes. “He stressed the importance of farmers, and increased Chinese purchases of soybeans and wheat in the electoral outcome."
Trump pleaded with Chinese President Xi Jinping to ensure he’d win the 2020 U.S. election, Bolton writes. “He stressed the importance of farmers, and increased Chinese purchases of soybeans and wheat in the electoral outcome."https://t.co/lFy5BWFn7a— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) June 17, 2020
Per Post: John Bolton describes a summer 2019 meeting in New Jersey where Trump says journalists should be jailed so they have to divulge their sources: “These people should be executed. They are scumbags,” Trump said, according to Bolton's account.
Per Post: John Bolton describes a summer 2019 meeting in New Jersey where Trump says journalists should be jailed so they have to divulge their sources: “These people should be executed. They are scumbags,” Trump said, according to Bolton's account.https://t.co/mbE0JLIi6O— Aamer Madhani (@AamerISmad) June 17, 2020
According to Bolton, "Xi said he wanted to work with Trump for six more years, and Trump replied that people were saying that the two-term constitutional limit on presidents should be repealed for him."
According to Bolton, "Xi said he wanted to work with Trump for six more years, and Trump replied that people were saying that the two-term constitutional limit on presidents should be repealed for him." https://t.co/x8LGg4Df51— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) June 17, 2020
Mr. Bolton describes several episodes where the president expressed willingness to halt criminal investigations “to, in effect, give personal favors to dictators he liked,” citing cases involving major firms in China and Turkey.
The memoir is a withering portrait of a president ignorant of even basic facts about the world, susceptible to transparent flattery by authoritarian leaders manipulating him and prone to false statements, foul-mouthed eruptions and snap decisions aides try to manage or reverse.— Adam Goldman (@adamgoldmanNYT) June 17, 2020
The book confirms House testimony that Mr. Bolton was wary all along of the president’s actions with regard to Ukraine and that Mr. Trump explicitly linked the security aid to investigations involving Mr. Biden and Hillary Clinton.— Adam Goldman (@adamgoldmanNYT) June 17, 2020
In a May 2019 call, Putin compared Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó to Hillary Clinton, part of what Bolton terms a "brilliant display of Soviet style proganda" to shore up support for Venezuelan leader Maduro. Putin's claims, Bolton writes, "largely persuaded Trump."
In a May 2019 call, Putin compared Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó to Hillary Clinton, part of what Bolton terms a "brilliant display of Soviet style proganda" to shore up support for Venezuelan leader Maduro. Putin's claims, Bolton writes, "largely persuaded Trump." https://t.co/qsW6rCWABW— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) June 17, 2020
why didn't he say so earlier, when it was actually possible to impeach the president?
why didn't he say so earlier, when it was actually possible to impeach the president? https://t.co/0XcwvVOX8t— Anne Applebaum (@anneapplebaum) June 17, 2020
Breaking via WaPo: Trump asked China's Xi Jinping to help him win the 2020 U.S. election, telling Xi last year that increased agricultural purchases by Beijing from American farmers would aid his electoral prospects, according to John Bolton.
Breaking via WaPo: Trump asked China's Xi Jinping to help him win the 2020 U.S. election, telling Xi last year that increased agricultural purchases by Beijing from American farmers would aid his electoral prospects, according to John Bolton. https://t.co/hNN7G7ZLUu— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) June 17, 2020
Kayleigh McEnany Dismisses Tulsa Rally Concerns: ‘That’s Part of Life’
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany repeatedly downplayed concerns over President Trump’s upcoming campaign rally in Tulsa, resorting to a typical tactic of blaming the media who was asking her questions about it https://t.co/I2xJKELkTZ— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 17, 2020
If only we had a coronavirus task force
If only we had a coronavirus task force https://t.co/1jLTXhct3v— Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) June 17, 2020
Breaking via NYT: John Bolton describes several episodes where Trump expressed willingness to halt criminal investigations "to, in effect, give personal favors to dictators he liked," citing cases involving major firms in China and Turkey.
Breaking via NYT: John Bolton describes several episodes where Trump expressed willingness to halt criminal investigations "to, in effect, give personal favors to dictators he liked," citing cases involving major firms in China and Turkey. https://t.co/gFkPt0MmlX— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) June 17, 2020
Trump is acting like he doesn’t care if people die
not acting
Opinion: Trump is acting like he doesn’t care if people die https://t.co/k5Czv3mqOZ— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) June 17, 2020
Interesting speculation about the post-election scheduling of the upcoming Comey mini-series
Interesting speculation about the post-election scheduling of the upcoming Comey mini-series.https://t.co/NLyPWNT8Pa— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) June 17, 2020
Four major wildfires were burning in triple-digit temperatures across Arizona on Monday, torching about 125,000 acres.
Four major wildfires were burning in triple-digit temperatures across Arizona on Monday, torching about 125,000 acres. https://t.co/zcMnqU0sF7 pic.twitter.com/PweGLJxVKB— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) June 17, 2020
Mnuchin is wrong in saying that he can’t share information about where the billions of dollars in PPP loans are going. The American people deserve to know how their money is being spent. We need full transparency.
Mnuchin is wrong in saying that he can’t share information about where the billions of dollars in PPP loans are going. The American people deserve to know how their money is being spent.— Kamala Harris (@SenKamalaHarris) June 17, 2020
We need full transparency. https://t.co/yy1aS0TrK8
Very powerful statement by a veteran. I agree. The Republican Party needs a reset while out of office. Trump has turned it into a populist movement which ignores his lawless behavior.
Very powerful statement by a veteran. I agree. The Republican Party needs a reset while out of office. Trump has turned it into a populist movement which ignores his lawless behavior. https://t.co/RjIN8crPNp— Barry R McCaffrey (@mccaffreyr3) June 17, 2020
there is currently a mutiny on my flight to tulsa (via dallas) because a guy is refusing to wear a mask and the flight can't take off
he just got off the plane and ppl applauded lmaooo— Steadman™ (@AsteadWesley) June 17, 2020
— Steadman™ (@AsteadWesley) June 17, 2020
Trump’s rally in Tulsa on the weekend of Juneteenth proves what we already knew: he’s the largest superspreader of division and hatred we’ve seen in generations.
As @realDonaldTrump heads to #Tulsa this weekend, we must not forget in whose footsteps he walks: Not the heroes of America’s past, but the pariahs that came before him. #AmericaOrTrump https://t.co/2fMDWXTULA— The Real Reed Galvin (@reedgalen) June 17, 2020
A new report finds that a Russian disinformation campaign has, for 6 years, been flooding the internet with false stories in seven languages and across 300 social media platforms. The campaign also shared fake tweets from U.S. elected officials.
Yeah, we know https://t.co/RW1o8lawDf— The Editor Devil (@fairchild01) June 17, 2020
Trump promised national pride. A new poll proves he’s delivered national shame.
Trump promised national pride. A new poll proves he’s delivered national shame. - The Washington Post https://t.co/5OSwDdEbsH— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) June 17, 2020
UST IN: “White Lives Matter” spray-painted on Arthur Ashe monument in Richmond
WHITE SUPREMACISTS: Oh, you’re going to remove statues of slave traders and racists? Well, we’re going to deface statues of *checks swastika covered notebook* one of the greatest tennis players of all time. https://t.co/ZISodGs9Lx— Sleeping Giants (@slpng_giants) June 17, 2020
Juneteenth will be a holiday for state employees in New York this year and will become an official holiday for all state residents in 2021, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced
Juneteenth will be a holiday for state employees in New York this year and will become an official holiday for all state residents in 2021, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced https://t.co/RheFzgBX2r— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 17, 2020
Breaking Trump’s trade rep just said it’s “almost impossible” a UK-US deal will be approved by the US election. Means Trump could be gone (with all of his Brexit goodwill) before an agreement is signed and sealed.
Breaking— Ben Riley-Smith (@benrileysmith) June 17, 2020
Trump’s trade rep just said it’s “almost impossible” a UK-US deal will be approved by the US election.
Means Trump could be gone (with all of his Brexit goodwill) before an agreement is signed and sealed. pic.twitter.com/GA6EhlKaNo
Details behind the two Capitol Hill proposals on policing changes:
Details behind the two Capitol Hill proposals on policing changes: pic.twitter.com/U5gPVEUZ9U— MSNBC (@MSNBC) June 17, 2020
Quaker is dropping the Aunt Jemima image and name after recognizing they are "based on a racial stereotype"
Quaker is dropping the Aunt Jemima image and name after recognizing they are "based on a racial stereotype" https://t.co/lXf41o60b7— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) June 17, 2020
Twiter locking @chefjoseandres account but allowing POTUS to retweet Q’Anon tells you all you need to know about 2020.
Twiter locking @chefjoseandres account but allowing POTUS to retweet Q’Anon tells you all you need to know about 2020.— NoelCaslerComedy (@CaslerNoel) June 17, 2020
My GOD - half of all workers positive! Florida needs to do something urgently: ➡️ 260 workers at the Orlando International Airport @MCO have tested positive for the coronavirus after nearly 500 employees were tested.
My GOD - half of all workers positive! Florida needs to do something urgently:— Eric Feigl-Ding (@DrEricDing) June 17, 2020
➡️ 260 workers at the Orlando International Airport @MCO have tested positive for the coronavirus after nearly 500 employees were tested. #COVID19 https://t.co/GV1YUbA0QT
It's the second time the infectious disease expert says he's gone 2 weeks without talking to the president
It's the second time the infectious disease expert says he's gone 2 weeks without talking to the president. https://t.co/eut5B6jExT— HuffPost (@HuffPost) June 17, 2020
Letting Jeffrey Epstein’s Pals Off the Hook
Letting Jeffrey Epstein’s Pals Off the Hook— julie k. brown (@jkbjournalist) June 17, 2020
https://t.co/ZZI4IVX0Py
Trump’s golf club in Florida has appealed to Palm Beach County for rent relief, complaining that the pandemic lockdown has badly hurt business
Trump’s golf club in Florida has appealed to Palm Beach County for rent relief, complaining that the pandemic lockdown has badly hurt businesshttps://t.co/nREBvO7rOa— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 17, 2020
Tonight's a great night to remember that less than a year ago Trump's FBI director told Congress that the "majority of the domestic terrorism cases we’ve investigated are motivated by some version of what you might call white supremacist violence."
Tonight's a great night to remember that less than a year ago Trump's FBI director told Congress that the "majority of the domestic terrorism cases we’ve investigated are motivated by some version of what you might call white supremacist violence." pic.twitter.com/3bqgD958FK— Robert Maguire (@RobertMaguire_) June 17, 2020
Two Democratic lawmakers urged the FTC to scrutinize Google over online ads that perpetuate alleged frauds regarding pandemic stimulus checks
Two Democratic lawmakers urged the FTC to scrutinize Google over online ads that perpetuate alleged frauds regarding pandemic stimulus checks https://t.co/PBMuXB3Ki9— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 17, 2020
President Trump’s plans for a massive rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Saturday continue to evolve as his team explores an additional venue for an overflow location to help accommodate the overwhelming response of supporters
President Trump’s plans for a massive rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Saturday continue to evolve as his team explores an additional venue for an overflow location to help accommodate the overwhelming response of supporters https://t.co/SQcy2NsJFQ pic.twitter.com/ERCNzbcnEC— CNN (@CNN) June 17, 2020
Even 69% of Trump voters want to protect Dreamers from deportation, according to a new poll, putting pressure on Trump to shield immigrants who were brought to the country illegally as children.
Even 69% of Trump voters want to protect Dreamers from deportation, according to a new poll, putting pressure on Trump to shield immigrants who were brought to the country illegally as children. https://t.co/i7efKLAujd— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) June 17, 2020
Honestly they could put Trump in a closet with mittens and duct tape and it would be a better campaign strategy than whatever he’s doing now
Honestly they could put Trump in a closet with mittens and duct tape and it would be a better campaign strategy than whatever he’s doing now https://t.co/XiEa56YviI— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) June 17, 2020
Emergency room doctor & poisoning specialist here to say that masks do not reduce oxygen or cause poisoning and have not led to ER visits.
Emergency room doctor & poisoning specialist here to say that masks do not reduce oxygen or cause poisoning and have not led to ER visits. pic.twitter.com/tarqHnyjBO— Ryan Marino (@RyanMarino) June 16, 2020
Opinion: Trump promised national pride. A new poll proves he’s delivered national shame.
Opinion: Trump promised national pride. A new poll proves he’s delivered national shame. https://t.co/y1yz8qKDTs— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) June 17, 2020
“In June 2017, for the first time in our latitudes, Portugal suffered a new type of fire, unknown to this date by the scientific community: a sixth-generation mega-fire clearly linked to global change,”
“In June 2017, for the first time in our latitudes, Portugal suffered a new type of fire, unknown to this date by the scientific community: a sixth-generation mega-fire clearly linked to global change,”https://t.co/8gsz5DJRcr— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) June 17, 2020
Of course not. President Kevrokian hates competing opinions.
Of course not. President Kevrokian hates competing opinions. https://t.co/QwFiQWNx0Y— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) June 17, 2020
NEW: I talked to some doctors about @realDonaldTrump 's ramp troubles. One board-certified neurologist says the president's odd gait is...something that happens with people who have some sort of degenerative brain problem, usually in the frontal lobes."
A neurologist and ex-naval officer I spoke with suggested that @realDonaldTrump's doctor, Commander Sean Conley, is more vulnerable to being pushed into lying than the generals and admirals who usually serve as Physician to the President. But a former...https://t.co/tcLcYeHoU0— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) June 16, 2020
Yet @Scaramucci, the ex-White House Communications Director who has known the president for years, says “there’s no question” that the only way someone can last in the job of physician to @realDonaldTrump is to not push back on what he wants, while @UVA...https://t.co/tcLcYeHoU0— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) June 16, 2020
Q: Can we catch coronavirus from food items like salmon? A: There's low risk of food spreading the virus, experts say. Transmission can occur indirectly, by touching a contaminated surface or object, but the pathway probably isn’t the main way it spreads
Q: Can we catch coronavirus from food items like salmon? A: There's low risk of food spreading the virus, experts say. Transmission can occur indirectly, by touching a contaminated surface or object, but the pathway probably isn’t the main way it spreads https://t.co/itzW5mhM5K— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 17, 2020
Walmart and CVS made splashy pledges to stop locking up black beauty products. Why did they do it in the first place?
Walmart and CVS made splashy pledges to stop locking up black beauty products. Why did they do it in the first place? https://t.co/083BCBWP1g— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) June 17, 2020
Arizona, Florida, Nevada and Tennessee are among the states seeing troubling numbers of new coronavirus cases as reopenings expand.
Arizona, Florida, Nevada and Tennessee are among the states seeing troubling numbers of new coronavirus cases as reopenings expand. https://t.co/RpIWlKiNTd— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) June 17, 2020
House Republicans are flipping out after Nancy Pelosi told committee chairs to requires masks to be worn
House Republicans are flipping out after Nancy Pelosi told committee chairs to requires masks to be worn https://t.co/vFK72XPwqi— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 17, 2020
After 3,000 died on 9/11, the US invaded Afghanistan & Iraq, created the Dept of Homeland Security and started spending $200 bn + yearly on counterterrorism. But 116,000+ Covid-19 US deaths here? Crickets.
After 3,000 died on 9/11, the US invaded Afghanistan & Iraq, created the Dept of Homeland Security and started spending $200 bn + yearly on counterterrorism. But 116,000+ Covid-19 US deaths here? Crickets. See this @frontlinepbs —> https://t.co/JeEeIu2qKr— Jeff Stein (@SpyTalker) June 17, 2020
The Russian Disinfo Operation You Never Heard About The campaign known as Secondary Infektion appears to be a distinct effort from the meddling of the IRA and GRU—and it went undetected for years.
The campaign known as 'Secondary Infektion' https://t.co/cLO4g16Hvo— Wim Bartelds (@bartelds) June 17, 2020
Voting is a sacred right at the foundation of our democracy. But some politicians are using this crisis to force Americans to choose between casting their ballot and protecting their health. It's time to stand up to them. Join us — take action now:
Voting is a sacred right at the foundation of our democracy. But some politicians are using this crisis to force Americans to choose between casting their ballot and protecting their health. It's time to stand up to them. Join us — take action now: https://t.co/Qb8hsmZLkB pic.twitter.com/aGqfGjrPpE— Let America Vote (@letamericavote) June 16, 2020
Amazing that @Twitter Will suspend me and take out content #chefsforthepeople recipes without really a detailed explanation of why or whom.....I’m guilty before a judge will Rule.....
Maybe if you were a white nationalist, @twitter would let you keep these recipes up. https://t.co/JPEdUTvMdk— Sleeping Giants (@slpng_giants) June 17, 2020
Jim Jones had 100% support with his followers. Right up until that incident with the Kool-Aid.
Jim Jones had 100% support with his followers.— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) June 17, 2020
Right up until that incident with the Kool-Aid. https://t.co/SPJYSdoZEN
In announcing murder and attempted murder charges, authorities alleged Staff Sgt. Steven Carrillo, 32, had ties to the far-right, anti-government "boogaloo" movement and that the plot was hatched a day earlier during an online chat.
In announcing murder and attempted murder charges, authorities alleged Staff Sgt. Steven Carrillo, 32, had ties to the far-right, anti-government "boogaloo" movement and that the plot was hatched a day earlier during an online chat. https://t.co/yUFUHXEtlB
Right? “Teutonic Battle Knights” or “Pale Doom Brigade” or “Incelwaffen” have so much more ooomph.
Right? “Teutonic Battle Knights” or “Pale Doom Brigade” or “Incelwaffen” have so much more ooomph. https://t.co/VnQA6A8Yie— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) June 17, 2020
It is likely we’ll eventually have a coronavirus vaccine — but perhaps not as quickly as some expect. From development, to clinical trials and distribution, ProPublica reporter Caroline Chen explains the tremendous challenges that lie ahead.
It is likely we’ll eventually have a coronavirus vaccine — but perhaps not as quickly as some expect. From development, to clinical trials and distribution, ProPublica reporter Caroline Chen explains the tremendous challenges that lie ahead. https://t.co/DOQc9cKnQP— ProPublica (@propublica) June 17, 2020
When you politize public health, a mask becomes a symbol and not a tool to prevent the disease.
When you politize public health, a mask becomes a symbol and not a tool to prevent the disease. https://t.co/YjudOEwIYK— Molly Jong-Fast🏡 (@MollyJongFast) June 17, 2020
JUST IN: Pence says Trump campaign considering different venue, "outside activities" for Tulsa rally
JUST IN: Pence says Trump campaign considering different venue, "outside activities" for Tulsa rally https://t.co/GR7Oc2lqCg pic.twitter.com/7tEAJBUNEH— The Hill (@thehill) June 16, 2020
Our country sacrificed the lives of meat workers to protect the business of meat companies
Our country sacrificed the lives of meat workers to protect the business of meat companies. https://t.co/aT7XTsuDEB— Matt Pearce 🦅 (@mattdpearce) June 16, 2020
"I really believe eight-plus minutes of solid reflection will benefit everyone," GM President Mark Reuss wrote in an internal memo.
"I really believe eight-plus minutes of solid reflection will benefit everyone," GM President Mark Reuss wrote in an internal memo. https://t.co/98tqIbZQgl— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) June 17, 2020
Asked if he would personally attend Trump's rally in Tulsa, Dr. Fauci said: "No." "I'm in a high risk category. Personally, I would not. Of course not," he said
Asked if he would personally attend Trump's rally in Tulsa, Dr. Fauci said: "No."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) June 17, 2020
"I'm in a high risk category. Personally, I would not. Of course not," he said.https://t.co/zZArLImsCG
Florida, Texas and Arizona have each reported record numbers of new daily coronavirus cases.
Florida, Texas and Arizona have each reported record numbers of new daily coronavirus cases. https://t.co/KV9gt02F5f— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) June 17, 2020
"Please, sir. They are kids... Why you got a gun out?" A Georgia cop pointed a gun at a group of teens. Neighbors stepped in to protect them.
"Please, sir. They are kids... Why you got a gun out?"— CNN (@CNN) June 17, 2020
A Georgia cop pointed a gun at a group of teens. Neighbors stepped in to protect them. https://t.co/yzQnHwoo69 pic.twitter.com/GkoVzAslib
Don’t give John Bolton your money. He’s a coward who enabled a traitor. Let someone else read it and get the info from them.
Don’t give John Bolton your money. He’s a coward who enabled a traitor. Let someone else read it and get the info from them.— Joshua Potash (@JoshuaPotash) June 16, 2020
Ukio Bankas, the defunct Lithuanian bank at the center of our #TroikaLaundromat investigation, facilitated several transactions for beneficiaries of Fonbet, Russia's largest sports betting company. One involved $192K sent to a member of the Russian mob.
Ukio Bankas, the defunct Lithuanian bank at the center of our #TroikaLaundromat investigation, facilitated several transactions for beneficiaries of Fonbet, Russia's largest sports betting company.— Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (@OCCRP) June 17, 2020
One involved $192K sent to a member of the Russian mob.https://t.co/leRjCDO4DB
“NBC News reached out to several experts who study patterns of disease. All agreed: No, this isn't a second wave. A second wave of the coronavirus suggests that the first wave has come and gone. That hasn't happened. "We never made it out of the first wave,"”
“NBC News reached out to several experts who study patterns of disease. All agreed: No, this isn't a second wave.— Sniper Barbie (@LadyRed_6) June 17, 2020
A second wave of the coronavirus suggests that the first wave has come and gone. That hasn't happened.
"We never made it out of the first wave,"” https://t.co/uzzkcPSIcY
Ardern calls in military after New Zealand quarantine blunder. “This case represents an unacceptable failure of the system. It should never have happened and it cannot be repeated,” she said
Ardern calls in military after New Zealand quarantine blunder.— Bloomberg (@business) June 17, 2020
“This case represents an unacceptable failure of the system. It should never have happened and it cannot be repeated,” she said. https://t.co/X68rk1Nsyg
President Donald Trump’s family real estate company sought relief from lenders earlier this year for a retail property it owns in Manhattan
President Donald Trump’s family real estate company sought relief from lenders earlier this year for a retail property it owns in Manhattan https://t.co/bQc5CrkLDJ— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 17, 2020
If the current @potus was healthy he would have released his health records when he was rushed to Walter Reed last year.@realDonaldTrump is sick - physically and mentally - and the American people deserve to know what is going on.#TrumpIsNotWell
If the current @potus was healthy he would have released his health records when he was rushed to Walter Reed last year.@realDonaldTrump is sick - physically and mentally - and the American people deserve to know what is going on.#TrumpIsNotWell https://t.co/LAobBkKW6J— Mandy Thornton (@thornton_mandy) June 17, 2020
An “opportunity to co-sign President Trump’s executive order” in exchange for campaign cash. Is this a joke? Or solicitation of a bribe? Or both?
An “opportunity to co-sign President Trump’s executive order” in exchange for campaign cash.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) June 16, 2020
Is this a joke?
Or solicitation of a bribe?
Or both? pic.twitter.com/Vd1Jc2w9Rc
Senators Ask Pompeo to Boost U.S. Support for Yemen Peace Effort
“We now believe that sustained, high-level U.S. engagement is necessary to finally put an end to this devastating civil war” https://t.co/yTQOJHJNdV— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 17, 2020
A new tell-all by Mary Trump promises to expose the president's “appalling” treatment of his father.
A new tell-all by Mary Trump promises to expose the president's “appalling” treatment of his father. https://t.co/nER2tt7fSV— HuffPost (@HuffPost) June 17, 2020
Turkey airlifts commandos into northern Iraq, stepping up its military drive against autonomy-seeking Kurdish militants
Turkey airlifts commandos into northern Iraq, stepping up its military drive against autonomy-seeking Kurdish militants https://t.co/FyRRctNEZY— Bloomberg (@business) June 17, 2020
This was June 16, 2019. 2,000,000 came out to protest against the bill that could extradite Hong Kong people to China. The protest has evolved, and still on-going.
This was June 16, 2019. 2,000,000 came out to protest against the bill that could extradite Hong Kong people to China. The protest has evolved, and still on-going. #HongKongProtests pic.twitter.com/KBLmyZaX52— Josie Wong (@JosieWonghk) June 16, 2020
The 1st anniversary of 6.16 2000000+1 protest march in Hong Kong. We are still be here for freedom.
The 1st anniversary of 6.16 2000000+1 protest march in Hong Kong. We are still be here for freedom. #The2MillionMarch_616 pic.twitter.com/FXYblBHIPo— LinNNNcCCC (@yhlam1996) June 16, 2020
'Rubber bullets came down like rain': Unrest in Hong Kong sees protester seek asylum in Australia
'Rubber bullets came down like rain': Unrest in Hong Kong sees protester seek asylum in Australia https://t.co/bQEUi1AePA— ABC News (@abcnews) June 16, 2020
BREAKING: China has an agreement with India to peacefully resolve their Himalayan border tensions following the most violent confrontations in decades, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman says.
BREAKING: China has an agreement with India to peacefully resolve their Himalayan border tensions following the most violent confrontations in decades, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman says. https://t.co/bC4LljgnIs— The Associated Press (@AP) June 17, 2020
North Korea says it will redeploy its military to now-shuttered inter-Korean tourism and economic sites, reinstall guard posts and resume military exercises at front-line areas. The moves would nullify the 2018 reconciliation deals reached with the South.
North Korea says it will redeploy its military to now-shuttered inter-Korean tourism and economic sites, reinstall guard posts and resume military exercises at front-line areas. The moves would nullify the 2018 reconciliation deals reached with the South. https://t.co/tHmjLMBpev— The Associated Press (@AP) June 17, 2020
NYT: Florida, Texas and Arizona all set records for the most coronavirus cases they have reported in a single day
NYT: Florida, Texas and Arizona all set records for the most coronavirus cases they have reported in a single day. https://t.co/uFjoGnTs41— Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) June 17, 2020
One handed ! Canada
One handed ! Canada Wins Again 🇨🇦 pic.twitter.com/UDIPLuTJ8q— M-A #StayFuckin’🈴🇨🇦🇩🇪☘️ (@BagdMilkSoWhat) June 16, 2020
Rep. Katie Porter: Taxpayers deserve transparency over PPP fund distribution
Rep. Katie Porter: Taxpayers deserve transparency over PPP fund distribution https://t.co/hj1d9XQE4l via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 17, 2020
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