I have a piece up today at @NYDailyNews on Trump and American culture. https://t.co/ZGrU77vm7Y— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) December 31, 2017
Sunday, December 31, 2017
How Donald Trump ate the nation: The President has inserted his toxic brand of politics into every last corner of American life
Eternal Emperor in His Own Mind: The Distorted Reality of Donald Trump
Severe narcissistic sociopaths only perceive time/future in terms of their CURRENT emotional needs. Zero historical perspective, past or present, other than through the lens of immediate emotional needs. How this occurs described in below article https://t.co/TxPJRZcEWU @SethN12— David Reiss M.D. (@DMRDynamics) December 31, 2017
Devin Nunes Vanished the Night Before He Made Trump Surveillance Claims
ICYMI
Devin Nunes Vanished the Night Before He Made Trump Surveillance Claims https://t.co/k1oWYGfywD via @thedailybeast— Bisty CS Ross (@BistyCSRoss) December 31, 2017
You just cant tweet here: Graham urges Trump to lay out Iran strategy
You just cant tweet here: Graham urges Trump to lay out Iran strategy https://t.co/PsSVkjXEpG— In Spite of Trump π (@InSpiteOfTrump) December 31, 2017
#NewYearsEve2017 Worst Trends of 2017: "Praising Authoritarians." The President has a penchant for openly admiring dictators; that has real consequences around the world
#10 on SUR's #NewYearsEve2017 Worst Trends of 2017: "Praising Authoritarians." The President has a penchant for openly admiring dictators; that has real consequences around the world https://t.co/H2qpnrqQnS— Stand Up Republic (@StandUpRepublic) December 31, 2017
"The president is very fond of saying there was 'no collusion.' We know, in fact, there was at least some collusion."
"The president is very fond of saying there was 'no collusion.' We know, in fact, there was at least some collusion." Here's what @JeffreyToobin means https://t.co/m7000Ep059— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) December 31, 2017
The Latest: Authorities in Colorado say an emergency shelter has been set up in the aftermath of a shooting in suburban Denver
The Latest: Authorities in Colorado say an emergency shelter has been set up in the aftermath of a shooting in suburban Denver. https://t.co/9Z8oXkFqJv— The Associated Press (@AP) December 31, 2017
And we now know why Australia was included in long list of countries that passed intel on Trump-Russia. The reported list also includes UK, Dutch, French, German, Polish, Estonian intel agencies
And we now know why Australia was included in long list of countries that passed intel on Trump-Russia. The reported list also includes UK, Dutch, French, German, Polish, Estonian intel agencies https://t.co/kltadwPlkv— Max Bergmann (@maxbergmann) December 30, 2017
π¨FBI investigation into Trump didn’t start with the dossier.— The Moscow Project (@moscow_project) December 30, 2017
It started with a warning from one of closest allies.π¨ https://t.co/YrnyKdH9W1
Mullen: Threat of nuclear war with North Korea heightened
Mullen: Threat of nuclear war with North Korea heightened https://t.co/opaBrrH4Nn pic.twitter.com/WilcoZNB3R— POLITICO (@politico) December 31, 2017
Devin Nunes, targeting Mueller and the FBI, alarms Democrats and even some Republicans with his tactics [Gowdy and Paul Ryan may be 'alarmed' but they aren't doing anything to stop Nunes]
Devin Nunes, targeting Mueller and the FBI, alarms Democrats and even some Republicans with his tactics [Gowdy and Paul Ryan may be 'alarmed' but they aren't doing anything to stop Nunes]#Maddow https://t.co/mNnn90SMEm pic.twitter.com/nDjDFYfR7b— Polly Sigh (@dcpoll) December 31, 2017
Carl Bernstein on Trump: “There’s no reason to believe almost anything Donald Trump says because what we know is that the President of the United States and his presidency is characterized above all else by the lying of the President of the United States"
Carl Bernstein on Trump: “There’s no reason to believe almost anything Donald Trump says because what we know is that the President of the United States and his presidency is characterized above all else by the lying of the President of the United States" https://t.co/zd2leXxob4 pic.twitter.com/wpG4QB4WUc— CNN (@CNN) December 31, 2017
A look at the scene in Douglas County: Multiple deputies are down, acc. to sheriff’s office, after shooting near Denver this morning
A look at the scene in Douglas County: Multiple deputies are down, acc. to sheriff’s office, after shooting near Denver this morning. pic.twitter.com/JKGoGEPs0f - @HansP10— Shawn McKenzie πΊπΈ (@SMcK17) December 31, 2017
Ex-CIA agent: Trump and Fox News twist the facts like Iranian government propagandists
Ex-CIA agent: Trump and Fox News twist the facts like Iranian government propagandists https://t.co/tD9MqIiMJM— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 31, 2017
Trump denial of Russian collusion rotten at core and doomed to unravel. Expect more serious convictions and indictments early in 2018 as Special Counsel climbs ladder of criminal culpability - and more panicky, preemptive attacks from Republicans.
ICYMI
Trump denial of Russian collusion rotten at core and doomed to unravel. Expect more serious convictions and indictments early in 2018 as Special Counsel climbs ladder of criminal culpability - and more panicky, preemptive attacks from Republicans. https://t.co/XnF1Jf16jP— Richard Blumenthal (@SenBlumenthal) December 30, 2017
“With these reforms New York can step into the lead, making it easier to register and vote, and protecting the system from abuse,"
“With these reforms New York can step into the lead, making it easier to register and vote, and protecting the system from abuse," says BCJ's @mawaldman. https://t.co/Rjov5nmxJX— Brennan Center (@BrennanCenter) December 31, 2017
Another Twitter tough guy. Bullies threaten violence to intimidate & bend other people’s actions to suit the bully’s will, which is EXACTLY what you did here, @SheriffClarke. Your behavior is unbecoming of the uniform you used to wear. Enjoy your FBI investigation(s), crybaby.
Another Twitter tough guy. Bullies threaten violence to intimidate & bend other people’s actions to suit the bully’s will, which is EXACTLY what you did here, @SheriffClarke. Your behavior is unbecoming of the uniform you used to wear. Enjoy your FBI investigation(s), crybaby. https://t.co/DUTmeinYcd— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 31, 2017
BREAKING NEWS! When LYING LIB MEDIA makes up FAKE NEWS to smear me, the ANTIDOTE is go right at them. Punch them in the nose & MAKE THEM TASTE THEIR OWN BLOOD. Nothing gets a bully like LYING LIB MEDIA’S attention better than to give them a taste of their own blood #neverbackdown pic.twitter.com/T2NY2psHCR— David A. Clarke, Jr. (@SheriffClarke) December 30, 2017
No biggie, but in case you've been in a cave, America's most experienced spy boss called POTUS a Kremlin asset
ICYMI
No biggie, but in case you've been in a cave, America's most experienced spy boss called POTUS a Kremlin asset. https://t.co/1ElZ8UuQ8D— John Schindler (@20committee) December 30, 2017
Ex-Joint Chiefs chair Adm. Mullen: "Those who have been our friends for many years ask questions about our commitments... and our enemies, those that would do us ill, seem to be able to take advantage of the uncertainty.
Ex-Joint Chiefs chair Adm. Mullen: "Those who have been our friends for many years ask questions about our commitments... and our enemies, those that would do us ill, seem to be able to take advantage of the uncertainty." (via ABC) pic.twitter.com/66S3jYTI6G— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 31, 2017
At least a dozen former aides and policy staff who worked for President Obama have entered the midterm races
At least a dozen former aides and policy staff who worked for President Obama have entered the midterm races https://t.co/c7MkV8PSb8?— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) December 31, 2017
Media watchdog: Threats against independent journalists "at epidemic levels"
Media watchdog: Threats against independent journalists "at epidemic levels" https://t.co/6ISjkszXU9 pic.twitter.com/5KXbcCjFLW— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
A sheriff’s office in Colorado reported “multiple deputies down” in a shooting south of Denver
A sheriff’s office in Colorado reported “multiple deputies down” in a shooting south of Denver https://t.co/KAQunmaRJk— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 31, 2017
“I am concerned that our chairman [Nunes] is willing to use the subpoena & contempt power of the House, not to determine how the Russians interfered in our election or whether Trump obstructed Justice, but only to distract from the core of our investigation.” ~@RepAdamSchiff
“I am concerned that our chairman [Nunes] is willing to use the subpoena & contempt power of the House, not to determine how the Russians interfered in our election or whether Trump obstructed Justice, but only to distract from the core of our investigation.” ~@RepAdamSchiff https://t.co/p1b8VyaENt— Polly Sigh (@dcpoll) December 4, 2017
U.S. House Republicans prepare contempt action against the FBI and Department of Justice https://t.co/T8IVkW9vPX pic.twitter.com/ZpoNo8M9fg— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) December 3, 2017
While Nunes BLOCKS any investigation of #Russiaπ·πΊelection interference, he’s probing Fusion GPSππΌhis subpoena of their bank records is caught up in a court battle, & Nunes’ staff is in touch w/@ChuckGrassley.π 9/— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) December 31, 2017
Trump has spent more time on vacation in his first year than Obama, Clinton, Reagan and Carter COMBINED
No Stamina
Trump has spent more time on vacation in his first year than Obama, Clinton, Reagan and Carter COMBINED pic.twitter.com/4j3UG4nIUa— NowThis (@nowthisnews) December 29, 2017
Experts say 2018 could be a year where the stuff of speculative fiction gets real
Experts say 2018 could be a year where the stuff of speculative fiction gets real. https://t.co/USLKzHRrnk pic.twitter.com/mQ8hvzKnEG— ABC News (@ABC) December 31, 2017
Russian hackers hunted journalists in years-long campaign
Russian hackers hunted journalists in years-long campaign - https://t.co/zQxR0rcmEa— Karim Maassen (@KarimMaassen) December 22, 2017
Ex-Watergate prosecutor: Mueller likely investigating Trump associates in 'conspiracy' to use hacked DNC emails
Ex-Watergate prosecutor: Mueller likely investigating Trump associates in 'conspiracy' to use hacked DNC emails https://t.co/jCOGtGH9Gq pic.twitter.com/04nLKgSTTV— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
E.P.A. Wanted Years to Study Lead Paint Rule. It Got 90 Days
When the Trump Administration loses in court, Americans win. Here the defeat was for Scott Pruitt, who wanted to delay - for YEARS - an EPA rule to protect children from lead exposure. https://t.co/TfrIwmXfBJ— Rep. Don Beyer (@RepDonBeyer) December 31, 2017
The World Health Organization will recognize gaming disorder as a mental health condition in 2018
The World Health Organization will recognize gaming disorder as a mental health condition in 2018 https://t.co/pm8m7sD5Gs pic.twitter.com/6Yc0sxL55O— CNN (@CNN) December 31, 2017
Lindsey Graham: We need new special counsel — just for Trump dossier
vile ass vladimir has video of @LindseyGrahamSC with black boys in bethesda hotel. putin has a catalog of videos of @gop lawmakers with underage russian hookers; treasonous trump the incestuously inclined, shithearted, misogynistic, cowardly, white supremacist conman knows this. https://t.co/P0wvlbLtgn— flames from the sky (@AppsFALYF) December 31, 2017
Lindsey Graham: We need new special counsel — just for Trump dossier https://t.co/y7WfotFDNt by @byronyork pic.twitter.com/aKL4idoeL1— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) December 31, 2017
China rejects North Korea oil sale accusation Trump tweeted after watching Fox News
China rejects North Korea oil sale accusation Trump tweeted after watching Fox News: https://t.co/c0aocBnDx3 pic.twitter.com/FNYUaXn5ge— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
Iran blasts Trump's "opportunist" tweet supporting anti-regime protests in Iran
Iran blasts Trump's "opportunist" tweet supporting anti-regime protests in Iran https://t.co/45m1UWh7gv pic.twitter.com/Tq3wXlF6Df— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
In holiday message to Trump, Putin looks forward to 'cooperation' in 2018
In holiday message to Trump, Putin looks forward to 'cooperation' in 2018 https://t.co/p8HMtYkJq4 pic.twitter.com/3OjoEWi4QP— NBC News (@NBCNews) December 31, 2017
2017 has been a "nightmare year" for children caught in the crosshairs of conflict, the UN says
2017 has been a "nightmare year" for children caught in the crosshairs of conflict, the UN says https://t.co/fdS5NjtFNm pic.twitter.com/A0aWsHvGD0— CNN (@CNN) December 31, 2017
Trump rails against 'dishonest and unfair press" after bombshell Russia investigation report
Trump rails against 'dishonest and unfair press" after bombshell Russia investigation report https://t.co/ELA2bhu4ZS pic.twitter.com/uXV6QRdOWE— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
Chris Long gave his paychecks from the first six games of the NFL season to fund scholarships in Charlottesville, VA. He wanted to do more, so he decided to give away an entire season’s salary.
ICYMI
Chris Long gave his paychecks from the first six games of the NFL season to fund scholarships in Charlottesville, VA. He wanted to do more, so he decided to give away an entire season’s salary. That’s a story from 2017. https://t.co/NL0RoARkan— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2017
Federal court rules high school can't force football player to stand during national anthem
Federal court rules high school can't force football player to stand during national anthem https://t.co/QtDMIiwcCT pic.twitter.com/E6cOUEiM0s— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
Opinion: Why Mitt Romney should run for Senate in Utah
Opinion: Why Mitt Romney should run for Senate in Utah https://t.co/nfMa1mB8vJ— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 31, 2017
The world is watching!
More irony
Oppressive regimes cannot endure forever, and the day will come when the Iranian people will face a choice. The world is watching! pic.twitter.com/kvv1uAqcZ9— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 30, 2017
Iran warns protesters who pose major challenge to country's leadership
Iran warns protesters who pose major challenge to country's leadership https://t.co/vsNa3Z06Sv— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) December 31, 2017
Russia expert: Trump only supplied weapons to Ukraine to show he's not a "Putin puppet"
Russia expert: Trump only supplied weapons to Ukraine to show he's not a "Putin puppet" https://t.co/THtLOoer1H pic.twitter.com/wJWlFkj5fz— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
Today, 171 members of Congress stated their support for Robert Mueller's Russia investigation. Now we need the full force Congress to take action against Trump's lawless power-grab and there’s only one solution.
ICYMI
Today, 171 members of Congress stated their support for Robert Mueller's Russia investigation. Now we need the full force Congress to take action against Trump's lawless power-grab and there’s only one solution. Join the movement: https://t.co/YOdqkHHoBo pic.twitter.com/jAAbtRiBkw— Tom Steyer (@TomSteyer) December 21, 2017
Devin Nunes, targeting Mueller and the FBI, alarms Democrats and some Republicans with his tactics
Devin Nunes, targeting Mueller and the FBI, alarms Democrats and some Republicans with his tactics https://t.co/yfRNTQ3XHd— In Spite of Trump π (@InSpiteOfTrump) December 31, 2017
Read our coverage of white nationalism in 2017
Read our coverage of white nationalism in 2017: https://t.co/24qC7IaXEY pic.twitter.com/JIqFskDWSh— The Atlantic (@TheAtlantic) December 31, 2017
Ticket prices go up for Trump’s ‘very glam’ New Year’s Eve bash at Mar-a-Lago, even though Trump doubled the initiation fee to $200,000 this year.
Ticket prices go up for Trump’s ‘very glam’ New Year’s Eve bash at Mar-a-Lago, even though Trump doubled the initiation fee to $200,000 this year. https://t.co/qlmaESQtDz— Girls Really Rule. (@girlsreallyrule) December 31, 2017
GOP lawmaker: FBI, DOJ officials 'should be held in contempt' if dossier docs not turned over
Florida GOP Rep. Francis Rooney FBI, DOJ officials 'should be held in contempt.' #Traitor doesn't understand the law https://t.co/NNtl0TJt7q— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) December 31, 2017
Ex-CIA officer torches Trump: His attacks on FBI, Justice Department are "just nonsense"
Ex-CIA officer torches Trump: His attacks on FBI, Justice Department are "just nonsense" https://t.co/XiwhPrsCsF pic.twitter.com/AIhHpN6Her— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
South Korea seizes second ship suspected of providing oil to North Korea
South Korea seizes second ship suspected of providing oil to North Korea https://t.co/9gDMawybmS— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) December 31, 2017
Republican Attacks on Mueller and F.B.I. Open New Rift in G.O.P.
.@RepPeteKing warns of “spirit of anarchy” as #Republican #Trump attack #MuellerInvestigation and the FBI. https://t.co/j3INle7kw5— PETER MAER (@petermaer) December 31, 2017
Ahead of the 2018 midterms, American elections remain unprotected
Ahead of the 2018 midterms, American elections remain unprotected. @reidstan reports: https://t.co/QIcR1Y6bjg pic.twitter.com/Pg5RTUlkPD— The Atlantic (@TheAtlantic) December 31, 2017
Opinion | Places devastated by mass incarceration need college graduates
Opinion | Places devastated by mass incarceration need college graduates https://t.co/2UzbaYCJab pic.twitter.com/DFuA16gq1I— NBC News (@NBCNews) December 31, 2017
Paul Ryan says we need to cut Medicare and Medicaid to deal with the deficit. You know, right after he and the GOP voted to ADD $1 trillion to the deficit
Paul Ryan says we need to cut Medicare and Medicaid to deal with the deficit. You know, right after he and the GOP voted to ADD $1 trillion to the deficit. pic.twitter.com/1ktQX8GJNv— NowThis (@nowthisnews) December 30, 2017
Trump’s vendetta against FBI & Justice Dept to discredit Mueller's #RussiaCollusion investigation is hurting America
Trump’s vendetta against FBI & Justice Dept to discredit Mueller's #RussiaCollusion investigation is hurting America https://t.co/F6flO0sX01— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) December 31, 2017
Trump stops $13B Obama-backed plan to revitalize deteriorating Amtrak!
Trump stops $13B Obama-backed plan to revitalize deteriorating Amtrak! https://t.co/ELjedLaLEt— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) December 31, 2017
Blumenthal: Trump's denial of Russia collusion 'rotten at core'
Blumenthal: Trump's denial of Russia collusion 'rotten at core' https://t.co/I2A8xOZlYD— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) December 31, 2017
Russian election probe began after Trump aide drunkenly told diplomat that Russia had dirt on Clinton
Russian election probe began after Trump aide drunkenly told diplomat that Russia had dirt on Clinton: report https://t.co/abfoqCl8ec pic.twitter.com/AbnsNYVvDy— The Hill (@thehill) December 31, 2017
VIDEO: @JoeNBC goes off on treasonous and pathetic GOP Rep. @DevinNunes
VIDEO: @JoeNBC goes off on treasonous and pathetic GOP Rep. @DevinNunes, calling him a "clown" for questioning the integrity of the men and women of the FBI who risk their lives every day for this country#TrumpRussia #RemoveNunes pic.twitter.com/1uFDop6xkZ— Scott Dworkin (@funder) December 31, 2017
What Russian Journalists Uncovered About Russian Election Meddling
What Russian Journalists Uncovered About Russian Election Meddling. https://t.co/NlMdbME0CF— Mark Thomas Geiger (@mtgeiger1184) December 30, 2017
Here’s my entire KGB Papers series
Here’s my entire KGB Papers series:— Michael Weiss (@michaeldweiss) December 30, 2017
Part I: The KGB Manual for Recruiting Americans: https://t.co/uoGKaq7VTZ
Part II: The KGB in the Middle East: https://t.co/nK6IqxXnVG
Part III: Spying on or recruiting emigres: https://t.co/D3ukUWIqgS pic.twitter.com/y8walZK3lk
Saturday, December 30, 2017
How the Russia Inquiry Began: A Campaign Aide, Drinks and Talk of Political Dirt
The FBI's Russia investigation didn't start, as Trump and others have alleged, with a dossier compiled by a former British spy. Instead, it was firsthand information from one of America’s closest intelligence allies. https://t.co/790TyrlJSC— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 30, 2017
It started when a young foreign policy adviser made a startling revelation to Australia’s top diplomat in Britain. https://t.co/S0C3q4erBU— NYT Politics (@nytpolitics) December 30, 2017
Turkey finalizes deal with Moscow for purchase of Russia's S-400 anti-missile system, despite concerns from some of the NATO member's allies
Turkey finalizes deal with Moscow for purchase of Russia's S-400 anti-missile system, despite concerns from some of the NATO member's allies. https://t.co/UJlUXz3QHF pic.twitter.com/zgzEzF5zUQ— ABC News (@ABC) December 30, 2017
Celebrity chef trolls Trump: If climate change isn't real, why are you building a sea wall at your golf course?
Celebrity chef trolls Trump: If climate change isn't real, why are you building a sea wall at your golf course? https://t.co/1poV8tdonh pic.twitter.com/hOlofud11W— The Hill (@thehill) December 29, 2017
State Dept. posts Huma Abedin emails found on Anthony Weiner's laptop
This is a distraction tactic. Do NOT let this take your eyes off the prize of Trump's declining mental health or call for impeachment https://t.co/nmzpgKZeRX— Jesse Elin Browne (@effiedog) December 30, 2017
The great thaw of the Arctic is happening far faster than once expected
The great thaw of the Arctic is happening far faster than once expected https://t.co/00lI5qhI8c— The Economist (@TheEconomist) December 30, 2017
Goldman Sachs to give executives early bonuses due to GOP tax overhaul: report
Goldman Sachs to give executives early bonuses due to GOP tax overhaul: report https://t.co/33liLL9dDg pic.twitter.com/pvw67GeydV— The Hill (@thehill) December 30, 2017
Gaetz casts lone 'no' vote on sex trafficking bill
Gaetz casts lone 'no' vote on sex trafficking bill - News - Northwest Florida Daily News - Fort Walton Beach, FL - https://t.co/Z9yoZHvKIH— AWND (@awndalum) December 29, 2017
Just a week after it was signed, the tax overhaul is already triggering a swift backlash from puzzled taxpayers and officials
Just a week after it was signed, the tax overhaul is already triggering a swift backlash from puzzled taxpayers and officials https://t.co/n8jDPhz2Bj pic.twitter.com/56Pb9HVpPe— POLITICO (@politico) December 30, 2017
New report details how GOP Congressman benefitted from surge in national donations from 15 of the President’s largest donors, before turning into Trump’s very public attack dog, seeking to delegitimize the FBI.
New report details how GOP Congressman benefitted from surge in national donations from 15 of the President’s largest donors, before turning into Trump’s very public attack dog, seeking to delegitimize the FBI.— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) December 29, 2017
Uncovered by @funder, written by @grantstern https://t.co/fEpx3mtvmp
Trump administration looking to increase water deliveries to farmers from California's Central Valley Project, over objections from environmental groups.
Trump administration looking to increase water deliveries to farmers from California's Central Valley Project, over objections from environmental groups. https://t.co/YnRCTElckG pic.twitter.com/xS03ymTFGg— ABC News (@ABC) December 30, 2017
"The oath we take as Members of Congress is not to Donald Trump—it is to the Constitution of the United States. I believe the Republicans in Congress have either forgotten that vow, or they are forsaking it."
"The oath we take as Members of Congress is not to Donald Trump—it is to the Constitution of the United States. I believe the Republicans in Congress have either forgotten that vow, or they are forsaking it."— Brian Krassensteinπ¬ (@krassenstein) December 30, 2017
- Rep. Elijah Cummings
RUSSIA IS PROVIDING ‘LIFELINE’ TO NORTH KOREA BY SUPPLYING FUEL AGAINST U.N. SANCTIONS, REPORT SAYS
It’s all fun and games until they stab you in the back with a secret alliance between rogue nuclear powers or whatever... https://t.co/VbUQBdrAe7— Kim Sherrell (@kim) December 30, 2017
138 things Trump did this year while you weren't looking
138 things Trump did this year while you weren't looking https://t.co/XPd5gVDyEZ pic.twitter.com/bdqW2nD5tQ— POLITICO (@politico) December 30, 2017
The Modern Campaign-Finance Loophole: Governors Associations. A mighty fine WSJ investigation:
The Modern Campaign-Finance Loophole: Governors Associations. A mighty fine WSJ investigation: https://t.co/Ma7mp84dy2— Josh Dawsey (@jdawsey1) December 30, 2017
Most Americans do not support making cuts to programs for people with low incomes.
Most Americans do not support making cuts to programs for people with low incomes. https://t.co/XM1sAUO1YU— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 29, 2017
Justin Trudeau would rather walk away from Nafta than sign a bad deal
Justin Trudeau would rather walk away from Nafta than sign a bad deal https://t.co/3W1ZPZ1VkP pic.twitter.com/ZETUCqouZ5— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) December 30, 2017
Our Reporter Mike Schmidt on His Golf Club Interview With President Trump
Our Reporter Mike Schmidt on His Golf Club Interview With President Trump https://t.co/7qqYpLDNZ2— NYT Politics (@nytpolitics) December 30, 2017
Trump has no public events scheduled tomorrow, according to the W.H. This will be the fifth day in a row his public schedule is free
Trump has no public events scheduled tomorrow, according to the W.H. This will be the fifth day in a row his public schedule is free.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 30, 2017
Golden State Warriors coach praises Sally Yates, urges people to call out "bullshit"
Golden State Warriors coach praises Sally Yates, urges people to call out "bullshit" https://t.co/JqXiR7kfMJ pic.twitter.com/PfU0K4EZ8W— The Hill (@thehill) December 30, 2017
Friday, December 29, 2017
Trump suggests that his base’s disbelief of collusion accusations is proof that they’re false. This is the populist’s core ploy: create an environment in which there are no objective facts, only opposing narratives in the partisan pursuit of power.
Trump suggests that his base’s disbelief of collusion accusations is proof that they’re false. This is the populist’s core ploy: create an environment in which there are no objective facts, only opposing narratives in the partisan pursuit of power. pic.twitter.com/MDggrxdahJ— Evan McMullin (@Evan_McMullin) December 29, 2017
Ryan isn't looking out for the little guy -- Pastor Peter Olson
Conservative voices from Wisconsin speak out against Paul Ryan: "This is still a government of the rich, by the rich and for the rich. I say this as a true compassionate conservative, not as an ideologue following the party line.— Stop the Speaker PAC (@StopTheSpeaker) December 29, 2017
As a Christian I weep."https://t.co/0BLzWZjVCp
Holder fires back at Trump: Justice Dept have "absolute duty" to follow rule of law - "not a man"
Holder fires back at Trump: Justice Dept have "absolute duty" to follow rule of law - "not a man" https://t.co/16VMlbWHwY pic.twitter.com/eB6QrMuy0u— The Hill (@thehill) December 29, 2017
BREAKING: Judge Denies Rick Gates' Request To Leave His House To Celebrate New Year's Eve
BREAKING: Judge Denies Rick Gates' Request To Leave His House To Celebrate New Year's Eve https://t.co/yx7ONhbStR pic.twitter.com/aDmyxSdSvR— Chris Geidner (@chrisgeidner) December 29, 2017
Bill Clinton lawyer: No one is accusing Mueller of bias except Trump and Fox News
Bill Clinton lawyer: No one is accusing Mueller of bias except Trump and Fox News https://t.co/FfglYadFeT pic.twitter.com/fJNBaoQqfT— The Hill (@thehill) December 29, 2017
Here’s an investigation into Mike Pence’s infrastructure privatization plans and RGA donors
Here’s an investigation into Mike Pence’s infrastructure privatization plans and RGA donors https://t.co/IoAqIkXifq— David Sirota (@davidsirota) December 29, 2017
Billionaire kingmakers swarm Florida governor's race after Trump endorsement
Who wouldn't want da 'Mercers' in their back pocket @WendySiegelman @CJBdingo25 @MsMariaT @kelly2277— Knowledge2Seek (@Knowledge2Seek) December 29, 2017
π°π°π°https://t.co/yzdtHrvjQs
Nunes rips DOJ for failure to release Trump-Russia dossier documents
πππ— Fire Devin Nunes (@realFireNunes) December 29, 2017
Devin - the DOJ won’t give you documents because they are INVESTIGATING YOU.
Get it??
Nunes rips DOJ for failure to release Trump-Russia dossier documents https://t.co/9Lykufk889
Rubio: GOP tax bill "probably went too far" to help corporations
Rubio: GOP tax bill "probably went too far" to help corporations https://t.co/jmefUkHllB pic.twitter.com/vbbc9v7N9w— The Hill (@thehill) December 29, 2017
Today, 100 days since Maria hit #PuertoRico, more than a million people remain without power
Today, 100 days since Maria hit #PuertoRico, more than a million people remain without power: https://t.co/fVhEA5Fzy1— Ben Swasey (@benswasey) December 29, 2017
Billionaire kingmakers swarm Florida governor's race after Trump endorsement
Who wouldn't want da 'Mercers' in their back pocket @WendySiegelman @CJBdingo25 @MsMariaT @kelly2277— Knowledge2Seek (@Knowledge2Seek) December 29, 2017
π°π°π°https://t.co/yzdtHrvjQs
This is the fourth day in a row that Trump has arrived at his golf course following this tweet where he said after Xmas “its back to work.” There are no other events today on his public schedule
This is the fourth day in a row that Trump has arrived at his golf course following this tweet where he said after Xmas “its back to work.”— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 29, 2017
There are no other events today on his public schedule. https://t.co/07GOOsR5gH
I hope everyone is having a great Christmas, then tomorrow it’s back to work in order to Make America Great Again (which is happening faster than anyone anticipated)!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 25, 2017
Very clever, Mr. President. Although the millions of families recovering from the worst hurricane and fire seasons on record may not appreciate such a fine sense of humor, since climate change may very well have claimed their homes and the lives of loved ones.
Very clever, Mr. President. Although the millions of families recovering from the worst hurricane and fire seasons on record may not appreciate such a fine sense of humor, since climate change may very well have claimed their homes and the lives of loved ones. https://t.co/XWfJ9pJMnk— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) December 29, 2017
In the East, it could be the COLDEST New Year’s Eve on record. Perhaps we could use a little bit of that good old Global Warming that our Country, but not other countries, was going to pay TRILLIONS OF DOLLARS to protect against. Bundle up!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 29, 2017
This is just how innocent people talk
This is just how innocent people talk pic.twitter.com/Breyhg9srG— Andy Richter (@AndyRichter) December 29, 2017
Russia is applying to Interpol for the 6th time for my arrest after the previous 5 requests were rejected as illegitimate and political. It’s time for Interpol to suspend Russia’s membership for flagrant abuse of the Interpol system
Russia is applying to Interpol for the 6th time for my arrest after the previous 5 requests were rejected as illegitimate and political. It’s time for Interpol to suspend Russia’s membership for flagrant abuse of the Interpol system https://t.co/WXEjGpYykU— Bill Browder (@Billbrowder) December 29, 2017
This Nunes Guy Is Unreal
BOOM: Intel Committee Chair Devin Nunes Gives DOJ until Jan 3 to Produce Documents https://t.co/FJ7qIeOtfL— Jack Posobiec πΊπΈ (@JackPosobiec) December 29, 2017
BOOM , That Fucktard Devin Nunes was supposed to have been recused of this shitπ #MidnightRunner@20committee @LouiseMensch @ericgarland @counterchekist @TrueFactsStated https://t.co/EK0JwcWSgb— Andrew EVANS Peter (@911CORLEBRA777) December 29, 2017
2 million Americans live within a mile of 327 Superfund sites that are at risk of flooding or sea level rise
2 million Americans live within a mile of 327 Superfund sites that are at risk of flooding or sea level rise https://t.co/zKX49cstXs— Catherine Rampell (@crampell) December 29, 2017
Trump appears to believe that it’s the Attorney General’s responsibility to protect the president from being held accountable under the law, likely setting another pretext for removing sessions if Mueller’s investigation gets too close to Trump and his family.
Trump appears to believe that it’s the Attorney General’s responsibility to protect the president from being held accountable under the law, likely setting another pretext for removing sessions if Mueller’s investigation gets too close to Trump and his family. pic.twitter.com/Dy4oUdRr6P— Evan McMullin (@Evan_McMullin) December 29, 2017
Newsweek: Why did you choose to bill a $39,295 helicopter charter for Interior Department Secretary Ryan Zinke to a #wildfire preparedness fund? Interior: That was... a mistake.
Newsweek: Why did you choose to bill a $39,295 helicopter charter for Interior Department Secretary Ryan Zinke to a #wildfire preparedness fund?— Celeste Katz (@CelesteKatzNYC) December 29, 2017
Interior: That was... a mistake. https://t.co/e6GLjahkUN pic.twitter.com/Q4WRk4aoTx
Per pool: “One woman in a pink shirt that said "Resist" was standing across from the golf club with a sign thanking the Press pool.”
Per pool: “One woman in a pink shirt that said "Resist" was standing across from the golf club with a sign thanking the Press pool.”— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 29, 2017
How did bombs made in Sardinia, Italy kill civilians in Yemen? Our video investigation offers a rare glimpse into the global arms trade
How did bombs made in Sardinia, Italy kill civilians in Yemen? Our video investigation offers a rare glimpse into the global arms trade. pic.twitter.com/jgCW3wOZFr— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 29, 2017
Trump claims “no collusion” 16 times in a 30 minute interview. Who’s he tryin’ to convince, us or himself?
Trump claims “no collusion” 16 times in a 30 minute interview. Who’s he tryin’ to convince, us or himself?— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) December 29, 2017
Read excerpts from President Trump's impromptu interview with The New York Times at his golf club in West Palm Beach https://t.co/rM8LpVhyVM— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 29, 2017
My wife's nurse had to stand for 30 mins & administer a drug slowly through a syringe because there are almost no IV bags in the continental U.S. anymore. See, they were all manufactured in a Puerto Rican factory which still isn't fixed. Meanwhile that stupid swollen prick golfs
My wife's nurse had to stand for 30 mins & administer a drug slowly through a syringe because there are almost no IV bags in the continental U.S. anymore. See, they were all manufactured in a Puerto Rican factory which still isn't fixed. Meanwhile that stupid swollen prick golfs— Ben Boyer (@sleezsisters) December 28, 2017
True..for example:
Mass. General Hospital Raises Red Flag About National Shortage Of ...
Dec 18, 2017 - Mass. General Hospital Raises Red Flag About National Shortage Of IV Fluids. They're a staple of hospital treatment: the clear plastic bags of saline solution hanging on poles above the patients' beds. ... The situation is concerning enough that Mass.For decades, New Year's Eve has been the biggest night of the year in Las Vegas. This year, security is even tighter.
For decades, New Year's Eve has been the biggest night of the year in Las Vegas. This year, security is even tighter. https://t.co/5MrVeEOPdb— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 29, 2017
JUST IN: Trump warns Dems: No DACA fix without funding for border wall
JUST IN: Trump warns Dems: No DACA fix without funding for border wall https://t.co/wftnZL5gaS pic.twitter.com/YrZjWMXZhk— The Hill (@thehill) December 29, 2017
White House looks to make internal changes amid worries of a tough year ahead
White House looks to make internal changes amid worries of a tough year ahead https://t.co/RfyK96sBJd— Tim (@timupland) December 29, 2017
“I won’t be playing golf, believe me.”
“I won’t be playing golf, believe me.” pic.twitter.com/CTZM1BeI2B— Millennial Politics (@MillenPolitics) December 29, 2017
Congress overwhelmingly voted to impose new sanctions on Russia. Trump signed the sanctions into law. Two months later, he has yet to implement them
Congress overwhelmingly voted to impose new sanctions on Russia.— NowThis (@nowthisnews) December 29, 2017
Trump signed the sanctions into law.
Two months later, he has yet to implement them. pic.twitter.com/vQvlFqSWZr
Private prison companies are about to cash in on Trump’s deportation regime
Private prison companies are about to cash in on Trump’s deportation regime https://t.co/FlfTuVbB4W— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) December 29, 2017
It was April 1 when @Patribotics broke this story. I called it “A Social Media Impeachment” and reported that the Russian Alfa Bank and Spectrum Health servers were coordinating social media campaigns with the Trump server.
ICYMI
It was April 1 when @Patribotics broke this story. I called it “A Social Media Impeachment” and reported that the Russian Alfa Bank and Spectrum Health servers were coordinating social media campaigns with the Trump server. https://t.co/K3ILgqF0x0 https://t.co/q2gGrdKkuj— Louise Mensch (@LouiseMensch) December 28, 2017
Trump: Even if there was collusion with Russia, 'it’s not a crime'
Trump: "Even if there was" collusion with Russia, "it's not a crime" https://t.co/tFPIasPSff pic.twitter.com/DAtUtpvtuh— The Hill (@thehill) December 29, 2017
The latest 2018 election-hacking threat: A 9-month wait for government help
The latest 2018 election-hacking threat: A 9-month wait for government help https://t.co/76NApxdwG9 via @timstarks pic.twitter.com/OMinASgW21— POLITICO (@politico) December 29, 2017
How GOP tax overhaul makes it harder to pay for infrastructure in U.S.
How GOP tax overhaul makes it harder to pay for infrastructure in U.S. https://t.co/bYUYD4UeP0 pic.twitter.com/ka6GLB77tL— CBS News (@CBSNews) December 29, 2017
"Why do so many Republicans hate college?"
"Why do so many Republicans hate college?" asks @crampell in a powerful piece. The GOP and the Dems once agreed on the value of higher education. (Remember the GI Bill?) Losing that consensus is a real problem.https://t.co/c1Ox9NRTZ8— EJ Dionne (@EJDionne) December 29, 2017
trillion-dollar budget deficits are back. in 2018, Congress won’t do anything about them
trillion-dollar budget deficits are back. in 2018, Congress won’t do anything about them https://t.co/CaGhteeBIr— John Harwood (@JohnJHarwood) December 29, 2017
UPDATE: Amazon shares reverse course in premarket trading after Trump calls for U.S. Postal Service to raise shipment prices, now down 0.2 percent
UPDATE: Amazon shares reverse course in premarket trading after Trump calls for U.S. Postal Service to raise shipment prices, now down 0.2 percent $AMZN pic.twitter.com/sr8940PqpJ— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) December 29, 2017
Why is the United States Post Office, which is losing many billions of dollars a year, while charging Amazon and others so little to deliver their packages, making Amazon richer and the Post Office dumber and poorer? Should be charging MUCH MORE!
Actually, USPS package delivery is a profitable arm of the service which helps subsidize letter and rural delivery. USPS also benefits from Amazon-built sort facilities that feed into USPS’s last mile network. https://t.co/mouRPZtna8— Jay Caruso (@JayCaruso) December 29, 2017
Why is the United States Post Office, which is losing many billions of dollars a year, while charging Amazon and others so little to deliver their packages, making Amazon richer and the Post Office dumber and poorer? Should be charging MUCH MORE!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 29, 2017
Universities fear a violent 2018
Universities fear a violent 2018https://t.co/BzdaIVqOoo pic.twitter.com/7VBYZLUHgP— POLITICO (@politico) December 29, 2017
The website of Donald Trump, who has spent several days in a row at the golf course, is coded to serve up the following message in the event of an internal server error
The website of Donald Trump, who has spent several days in a row at the golf course, is coded to serve up the following message in the event of an internal server error: https://t.co/zrWpyMXRcz pic.twitter.com/wiQSQNNzw0— Christopher Ingraham (@_cingraham) December 28, 2017
Trump rolls back offshore safety rules born from BP oil spill
Trump rolls back offshore safety rules born from BP oil spill https://t.co/ihllM9KCC9 pic.twitter.com/P0X1QJFfcM— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) December 29, 2017
This Florida Republican directly benefitted from Russian hacks — and now he’s trying to shut down Mueller
This Florida Republican directly benefitted off ot the Russian hacks — and now he’s trying to shut down Mueller https://t.co/AtM14xDLiO— Sarah Burris (@SarahBurris) December 29, 2017
After Trump criticism, China says no illicit oil sales to N.Korea
After Trump criticism, China says no illicit oil sales to N.Korea https://t.co/ax69IVBgkA— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) December 29, 2017
Ten more cities sign on to Chicago climate pact to counteract Trump pulling out of Paris climate deal
Ten more cities sign on to Chicago climate pact to counteract Trump pulling out of Paris climate deal https://t.co/6NLZ6hdSp7 pic.twitter.com/EAFgJWQapV— The Hill (@thehill) December 28, 2017
Perspective: This school librarian teaches students about (actual) fake news. Here’s how parents can, too
Perspective: This school librarian teaches students about (actual) fake news. Here’s how parents can, too. https://t.co/WqgfdZbrz9— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 29, 2017
Reminder that Trump's Irish golf course just got permission to build seawall. The original application for the wall cited global warming and rising seas as a reason for needing the wall
Reminder that Trump's Irish golf course just got permission to build seawall.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 29, 2017
The original application for the wall cited global warming and rising seas as a reason for needing the wall https://t.co/C4RQDM1z5Q https://t.co/pI8SEZzmdC
Posh George: A Shady Money Man Linked to Brexit, Russia, Trump The indicted Farage aide who attended 2016 RNC & has ties to money laundering banks: Cyprus' FBME, Catalonia's BPA, Russia's VTB & Alfa [FBI probing Trump links] →just cut a deal w/FBI
Posh George: A Shady Money Man Linked to Brexit, Russia, Trump— Polly Sigh (@dcpoll) December 28, 2017
The indicted Farage aide who attended 2016 RNC & has ties to money laundering banks: Cyprus' FBME, Catalonia's BPA, Russia's VTB & Alfa [FBI probing Trump links] →just cut a deal w/FBI#Maddow https://t.co/BX9CxNoMqF pic.twitter.com/aJ5L1N7y4Y
My Latest: The storm is gathering. And how we respond in the months ahead may determine our fate for years to come.
My Latest: The storm is gathering. And how we respond in the months ahead may determine our fate for years to come. @washingtonpost https://t.co/smvRAFaZKG— Joe Scarborough (@JoeNBC) December 29, 2017
Multiple Military Satellite Rocket failures @mfa_russia ? Methinks you guys have an Iran problem
Multiple Military Satellite Rocket failures @mfa_russia ? Methinks you guys have an Iran problemππ LOL #Stuxnet2@20committee @counterchekist @ericgarland @LouiseMensch @TrueFactsStated @TheRickWilson @TeaPainUSA https://t.co/A80RN6yZuV— Andrew EVANS (@911CORLEBRA777) December 28, 2017
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