Rep. Adam Schiff says he's concerned Republicans are working to end the House Russia investigation: "There are a number of steps that Republicans are taking which don't make sense from an investigative point of view and they're a departure from how we operated in the past" pic.twitter.com/stC1iXl5MT— Anderson Cooper 360° (@AC360) December 20, 2017
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Rep. Adam Schiff says he's concerned Republicans are working to end the House Russia investigation: "There are a number of steps that Republicans are taking which don't make sense from an investigative point of view and they're a departure from how we operated in the past"
The EPA is canceling the $120,000 “media tracking” contract it recently signed with a Republican opposition-research firm amid questions about the firm’s political work and outrage from lawmakers
The EPA is canceling the $120,000 “media tracking” contract it recently signed with a Republican opposition-research firm amid questions about the firm’s political work and outrage from lawmakers. https://t.co/ZNF73IKWR7— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 19, 2017
Fox News is a political warfare operation that harms American national security. It should be removed from cable services.
Fox News is a political warfare operation that harms American national security. It should be removed from cable services. https://t.co/puJWFFFxtE— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) December 19, 2017
A Fox News guest-host on Tuesday suggested the FBI plotted to assassinate President Donald Trump before he took office https://t.co/i7NrPLgXlx— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 19, 2017
Interior reimbursed for Zinke Virgin Island fundraiser, but contributions unaccounted for
Interior reimbursed for Zinke Virgin Island fundraiser, but contributions unaccounted for https://t.co/JSi5WK9d81 pic.twitter.com/tVqwhKTM79— POLITICO (@politico) December 19, 2017
Trump ally Chris Christie: Mike Flynn has been cooperating for a while.
Trump ally Chris Christie: Mike Flynn has been cooperating for a while.— Ken Dilanian (@KenDilanianNBC) December 19, 2017
Angry parents pull kids from school over Ivanka Trump's surprise visit
Angry parents pull kids from school over Ivanka Trump's surprise visit https://t.co/T0UbQAngi8 pic.twitter.com/YfIXQAEhPc— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
Scott Pruitt used public money to have his office swept for hidden listening devices and bought sophisticated biometric locks for additional security
Scott Pruitt used public money to have his office swept for hidden listening devices and bought sophisticated biometric locks for additional security.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 19, 2017
The spending items total nearly $9,000, AP reports. https://t.co/7AcFR70EMv
U.S. House OKs tax overhaul, but stumbles on details to prompt re-vote
U.S. House OKs tax overhaul, but stumbles on details to prompt re-vote: https://t.co/8Zs9Xzw6Tu via @AOL WHAT??? A SNAFU???? LIKE THINGS ARE GOING TO CHANGE MUCH.— PEACE, LOVE, UNITY (@Flowerstoall) December 19, 2017
Jim Clapper Just Nuked the Trump Presidency
BOOM! America's most experienced spymaster just torpedoed the SS Trump below the waterline -- with the truth. https://t.co/1ElZ8UuQ8D— John Schindler (@20committee) December 19, 2017
Meet Ms. Horseshoe Two examples of Jill Stein coordinating with the far right.
“Meet Ms. Horseshoe” https://t.co/AjCwdpZwmT— Louise NetheryNeu (@ninaandtito) December 19, 2017
‘It’s your responsibility’: Wolf Blitzer slams Bob Corker for complaining about his ‘totally malicious’ flip-flop questions
‘It’s your responsibility’: Wolf Blitzer slams Bob Corker for complaining about his ‘totally malicious’ flip-flop questions https://t.co/5RhJlLrFK6— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 19, 2017
We’re going to be cleaning up this kind of sloppy legislating for years to come.
This is why you don’t rush through major legislation. We’re going to be cleaning up this kind of sloppy legislating for years to come. https://t.co/7kmFpM00ra— Mark Warner (@MarkWarner) December 19, 2017
BREAKING: Democrats say 3 provisions in GOP tax bill violate Senate rules and will be removed, forcing House to revote Wednesday.— The Associated Press (@AP) December 19, 2017
Bob Corker's A Greedy Sniveling Coward
I’ve never been Corkered ... no one has ever slipped a couple of million bucks into my pocket when I wasn’t looking. @SenBobCorker https://t.co/U5raTa7aPT— Col. Morris Davis (@ColMorrisDavis) December 19, 2017
THIS IS AMAZING: @SenBobCorker just claimed on CNN that the narrow provision added to the tax bill that enriches him isn't primarily for real estate moguls like him. Oh really? Here's as graph of IRS data showing who the provision most benefits. Our story: https://t.co/4IDblWBjZ8 pic.twitter.com/towXC2SQiC— David Sirota (@davidsirota) December 19, 2017
Blitzer asks Corker about his statement that he would not vote for the tax bill if it added "one penny" to the deficit. Corker: "That's the way I felt during that interview." #Sheesh— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) December 19, 2017
Corker telling Blitzer: "I know I am being maligned....It's just malicious."— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) December 19, 2017
NO, It's not taking TOO LONG! It hasn't even got started yet!
NO, It's not taking TOO LONG! It hasn't even got started yet!— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) December 19, 2017
☛ Trump/Russia investigation = 291 days
☛ Ken Starr's Investigation into Bill Clinton = approx. 1490 days
☛ Beghazi investigation = 949 days
☛ Watergate (Nixon) Investigation = 928 days
Rep. Rohrabacher tells me he's "an open book" as he leaves Senate Intel interview today. He'll be in House Intel later this week, too
Rep. Rohrabacher tells me he's "an open book" as he leaves Senate Intel interview today. He'll be in House Intel later this week, too https://t.co/7IaxEWBdpG— Jeremy Herb (@jeremyherb) December 19, 2017
Yeah, he’s an “open book” b/c he’s all over SIGINT conversing with spies and other assets of RIS. Let’s not forget his friendly fishing trip with Nigel Farage, and his visit to Julian ASSange accompanied by Chuck Johnson recently. https://t.co/CQlsNQLTiR— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 19, 2017
Rubio, Puerto Rico governor spar over tax reform
Rubio, Puerto Rico governor spar over tax reform https://t.co/Dchw0ORPLP pic.twitter.com/O5smO927ce— POLITICO (@politico) December 19, 2017
Pelosi: Few things are more disturbing than hearing GOP cheer for raising taxes for middle-class Americans
Pelosi: Few things are more disturbing than hearing GOP cheer for raising taxes for middle-class Americans https://t.co/fy3vj5yfn0 pic.twitter.com/gRVMCJk13z— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
NEW from @jctgov - the #GOPTaxScam is a tax hike on 9 million Americans in 2019
NEW from @jctgov - the #GOPTaxScam is a tax hike on 9 million Americans in 2019. pic.twitter.com/QYdpHzWNLB— Ron Wyden (@RonWyden) December 19, 2017
JUST IN: Columbia, S.C. to become first US city to ban bump stocks
JUST IN: Columbia, S.C. to become first US city to ban bump stocks https://t.co/rUiqf7TBLH pic.twitter.com/6Cny8OkHeV— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
NEW: Senate parliamentarian has advised she would side with Democrats if they challenged three provisions in the final tax bill that is being debated NOW on the floor. They won't kill the bill if stricken, but House would have to vote again after
NEW: Senate parliamentarian has advised she would side with Democrats if they challenged three provisions in the final tax bill that is being debated NOW on the floor. They won't kill the bill if stricken, but House would have to vote again after (!) pic.twitter.com/RN9qwp6IAR— Laura Litvan (@LauraLitvan) December 19, 2017
JUST IN from @SchneiderG: Democrat wins Va. House seat in recount by single vote; creating 50-50 tie in legislature
JUST IN from @SchneiderG: Democrat wins Va. House seat in recount by single vote; creating 50-50 tie in legislature https://t.co/RSJNaCScX5— Ed O'Keefe (@edatpost) December 19, 2017
JUST IN: Senate Republicans vote to begin final debate on tax bill
JUST IN: Senate Republicans vote to begin final debate on tax bill https://t.co/1QTDNbrrHC pic.twitter.com/KsSxvoGp4F— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
Schumer: “Republican colleagues have indicated they intend to schedule votes later today on their final tax bill. They will rue the day they did it.”
Schumer: “Republican colleagues have indicated they intend to schedule votes later today on their final tax bill. They will rue the day they did it.” pic.twitter.com/3Dg9qjXymr— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 19, 2017
BREAKING: House of Representatives passes GOP tax bill, 227-203. It next heads to the Senate.
BREAKING: House of Representatives passes GOP tax bill, 227-203. It next heads to the Senate. https://t.co/LQUq3I8DG7 pic.twitter.com/Qobukgqiut— ABC News (@ABC) December 19, 2017
#BREAKING: Trump admin asks Supreme Court to block undocumented immigrant from having abortion
#BREAKING: Trump admin asks Supreme Court to block undocumented immigrant from having abortion https://t.co/QLGchU07J9 pic.twitter.com/IzkmZtV92b— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
Two moderates disappoint those who bought their rhetoric
Opinion: Two moderates disappoint those who bought their rhetoric https://t.co/2ORIgm4bzK— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 19, 2017
Fox News Under FBI Counterintelligence Investigation
ICYMI
Glad to see Prof. Schindler @20committee confirmed my earlier scoop: @FoxNews is under an FBI investigation. https://t.co/a8Ox3G7IgZ— Louise Mensch (@LouiseMensch) December 19, 2017
Sen. @MarkWarner says the GOP tax plan is the "worst piece of legislation" he's seen since he's been in the Senate
Sen. @MarkWarner says the GOP tax plan is the "worst piece of legislation" he's seen since he's been in the Senate. That and more in @JohnJHarwood's wide-ranging interview: https://t.co/OMhVvue2aZ @CNBC— Mary Catherine (@mcwellons) December 19, 2017
Two Senate Republicans joined with Democrats to block the confirmation of Trump’s nominee to run the Export-Import Bank
Two Senate Republicans joined with Democrats to block the confirmation of Trump’s nominee to run the Export-Import Bank https://t.co/n0dYaXDfFR pic.twitter.com/LWeIqGdugP— POLITICO (@politico) December 19, 2017
Congress speeds toward final tax votes
Congress speeds toward final tax votes https://t.co/J10tifJtBF— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) December 19, 2017
Conservatism Can't Survive Donald Trump Intact
Another discerning must-read by @davidfrum: "Conservatism is what conservatives think, say, and do. As conservatives change...so does what it mean to be a conservative." https://t.co/YZbdkNXPXg— Evan McMullin (@Evan_McMullin) December 19, 2017
One more thing to remember about this tax bill: The tax cut for corporations is permanent. The tax cut for you is temporary. That sounds like a good Democrat commercial in 2018. And it should be.
One more thing to remember about this tax bill:— Joe Walsh (@WalshFreedom) December 19, 2017
The tax cut for corporations is permanent.
The tax cut for you is temporary.
That sounds like a good Democrat commercial in 2018. And it should be.
Enough with this cultural “identity politics” nonsense. Both parties need to focus much more on economic fairness and opportunity for all Americans.
Enough with this cultural “identity politics” nonsense. Both parties need to focus much more on economic fairness and opportunity for all Americans.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) December 19, 2017
Beyond Economics: Fears of Cultural Displacement Pushed the White Working Class to Trumphttps://t.co/P5VB6UV3J6
Enough with this cultural “identity politics” nonsense. Both parties need to focus much more on economic fairness and opportunity for all Americans. Beyond Economics: Fears of Cultural Displacement Pushed the White Working Class to Trump
Enough with this cultural “identity politics” nonsense. Both parties need to focus much more on economic fairness and opportunity for all Americans.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) December 19, 2017
Beyond Economics: Fears of Cultural Displacement Pushed the White Working Class to Trumphttps://t.co/P5VB6UV3J6
Hi @ChuckGrassley - I'd like to report a senior Republican official colluding with Russia's Marakov, his name is "Chuck Grassley" cc @FBI
Hi @ChuckGrassley - I'd like to report a senior Republican official colluding with Russia's Marakov, his name is "Chuck Grassley" cc @FBI pic.twitter.com/QX1YekMcOF— Louise Mensch (@LouiseMensch) May 20, 2017
In defamation case, Trump offers new twist in Bill Clintons Paula Jones defense
In defamation case, Trump offers new twist in Bill Clintons Paula Jones defense https://t.co/3qo4DgsaLu— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) December 19, 2017
Senate intel committee investigating Jill Stein campaign for possible collusion with the Russians
Senate intel committee investigating Jill Stein campaign for possible collusion with the Russians https://t.co/AMaoDPS0DZ via @BostonGlobe— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) December 19, 2017
BOOM! America's most experienced spymaster just torpedoed the SS Trump below the waterline -- with the truth.
BOOM! America's most experienced spymaster just torpedoed the SS Trump below the waterline -- with the truth. https://t.co/1ElZ8UuQ8D— John Schindler (@20committee) December 19, 2017
Republicans keep on telling voter-fraud fairy tales
Republicans keep on telling voter-fraud fairy tales#DemForce https://t.co/UYvu0NNgKy— #DemForce Warrior (@DemForceWarrior) December 17, 2017
Trump admin to take down White House petition website after not responding to any petitions
Trump admin to take down White House petition website after not responding to any petitions https://t.co/UaNuDg0u4R pic.twitter.com/CSzAdtlVMS— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
Welcome to The Trump Family Swamp
Monetizing the presidency is a form of abuse that knows no end once it settles into the Oval Office. https://t.co/ZG7mqJhPp8— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) December 19, 2017
The day Republicans have been looking for arrives
The day Republicans have been looking for arrives: Voting on #GOPTaxScam https://t.co/eujF9Hr6Ip— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) December 19, 2017
GOP tax bill could cost $2.2 trillion: study
JUST IN: GOP tax bill could cost $2.2 trillion: study https://t.co/b0bfw99FYH pic.twitter.com/iLqMa1OAGa— The Hill (@thehill) December 18, 2017
The @GOP is about to pass the #GOPTaxScam, which they already admit will need to be fixed with another bill. This is why you follow regular order, hold hearings, interview experts, and include both sides of the aisle to make sure you get it right.
The @GOP is about to pass the #GOPTaxScam, which they already admit will need to be fixed with another bill.— John Toner (@jptoner50) December 19, 2017
This is why you follow regular order, hold hearings, interview experts, and include both sides of the aisle to make sure you get it right. https://t.co/uy5yOWU1Vg
It's been 80 days since Congress let CHIP, the children's health insurance program that insures 9,000,000, expire.
It's been 80 days since Congress let CHIP, the children's health insurance program that insures 9,000,000, expire.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 19, 2017
Consumers, especially those who can least afford it, could get screwed by the effects of major media mergers.
Consumers, especially those who can least afford it, could get screwed by the effects of major media mergers. https://t.co/BAmKb4bHNd— Axios (@axios) December 19, 2017
You & Putin tried to destroy America. Big mistake.
No @realDonaldtRUmp, YOUR TREASON is a threat to your ‘presidency.’ You can fire everyone & deny the conspiracy all day long. But you can’t stop me. I know what you f—king did. And it will come out, no matter what you do.— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 18, 2017
You & Putin tried to destroy America. Big mistake. https://t.co/sYeWyLTBDB
#1yrago Trump's anti-education Education Secretary owes millions in election fraud fines
#1yrago Trump's anti-education Education Secretary owes millions in election fraud fines https://t.co/C54WM5m6iw pic.twitter.com/G5Tkj3APC1— Cory Doctorow (@doctorow) December 19, 2017
Trump’s twitter feed is a goldmine for foreign spies. Here’s some ways they could be interpreting and analyzing it
Trump’s twitter feed is a goldmine for foreign spies. Here’s some ways they could be interpreting and analyzing it: https://t.co/m2vMoFclmk— Fancy Hanukkah Cuck Tweets! (@jerweber) December 19, 2017
Leaked memo schooled Tillerson on human rights
Leaked memo schooled Tillerson on human rights https://t.co/k5ytBLeDYH via @nahaltoosi pic.twitter.com/R4l5CKfvDB— POLITICO (@politico) December 19, 2017
Who are we as a country? Time to decide: Sally Yates
We have reached an inflection point where our core values and democratic institutions are at stake. My thoughts. https://t.co/WaCI2PYg8v— Sally Yates (@SallyQYates) December 19, 2017
West grows wary of China’s influence game - latest instalment of @FT series The Soft Superpower
West grows wary of China’s influence game - latest instalment of @FT series The Soft Superpower https://t.co/LSUBLFqlBO— Lionel Barber (@lionelbarber) December 19, 2017
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) - Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemeni rebels says a missile fired over the Saudi capital of Riyadh has been intercepted.
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) - Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemeni rebels says a missile fired over the Saudi capital of Riyadh has been intercepted.— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) December 19, 2017
NEW REPORT: Here's a detailed list of every Republican senator who stands to be personally enriched by the real-estate provision slipped into the final bill by Sen. Orrin Hatch. It includes Hatch, and 13 other GOP senators.
NEW REPORT: Here's a detailed list of every Republican senator who stands to be personally enriched by the real-estate provision slipped into the final bill by Sen. Orrin Hatch. It includes Hatch, and 13 other GOP senators. Enjoy. https://t.co/tLGbU762wf— David Sirota (@davidsirota) December 19, 2017
Americans are allowing Trump to turn U.S. into Russia, Garry Kasparov warns
Americans are allowing Trump to turn U.S. into Russia, Garry Kasparov warns https://t.co/WpFNIhfHcF via @HuffPostPol— Freemore (@Freemore) December 19, 2017
Schiff: "To claim that these facts show no evidence of collusion requires a willingness to avoid seeing what is in plain sight, or to credit the self-serving explanations of the same Trump officials who misled the country about these same meetings."
Schiff: "To claim that these facts show no evidence of collusion requires a willingness to avoid seeing what is in plain sight, or to credit the self-serving explanations of the same Trump officials who misled the country about these same meetings." https://t.co/eeCfDB5Vjv— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 19, 2017
.@AdyBarkan: "We can't allow Donald Trump and his lying and selfish sons to rip families apart, to steal our money, to take our health care away. It's up to us to stand up."
.@AdyBarkan: "We can't allow Donald Trump and his lying and selfish sons to rip families apart, to steal our money, to take our health care away. It's up to us to stand up." #inners pic.twitter.com/QyvDqC7Zzy— All In w/Chris Hayes (@allinwithchris) December 15, 2017
Austria's new chancellor is now Europe’s youngest leader after joining forces with the Freedom Party, founded by neo-Nazis after World War II
Austria's new chancellor is now Europe’s youngest leader after joining forces with the Freedom Party, founded by neo-Nazis after World War II https://t.co/GgLs7SkP78— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 19, 2017
Trump Is Bigger Threat than Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin, Germans Believe •
Trump Is Bigger Threat than Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin, Germans Believe • #ANTITRUMPMVMT https://t.co/zqyAto2Zdo— @ANTITRUMPMVMT (@ANTITRUMPMVMT) December 18, 2017
Lawrence on #CorkerKickback in Trump-GOP tax bill
Lawrence O'Donnell explains the "Corker kickback" provision in the Trump-Republican tax bill that enriches Donald Trump and Senator Bob Corker, who could be the key vote on the bill.
Most American Farmers Will Be Hurt by the GOP Tax Bill
Most American Farmers Will Be Hurt by the GOP Tax Bill • #ANTITRUMPMVMT https://t.co/fRqRdBRZT5— @ANTITRUMPMVMT (@ANTITRUMPMVMT) December 18, 2017
All fourteen other security council members voted "Yes". @nikkihaley “in defense of American sovereignty" arguement only further isolates U.S. with nations that were once our staunchest allies.
All fourteen other security council members voted "Yes". @nikkihaley “in defense of American sovereignty" arguement only further isolates U.S. with nations that were once our staunchest allies.#DiplomacyMattershttps://t.co/kR6xq4jFp3— IFCL (@INQuakerPolicy) December 19, 2017
The Republican Tax Bill Will Send More Jobs Overseas
The Republican Tax Bill Will Send More Jobs Overseas https://t.co/nKEbn1xyjF (via @kdrum) pic.twitter.com/Uqc804o00R— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) December 19, 2017
JUST IN: Yemen's Houthis say have fired a ballistic missile towards Saudi capital Riyadh
JUST IN: Yemen's Houthis say have fired a ballistic missile towards Saudi capital Riyadh pic.twitter.com/Axm4wElAUD— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) December 19, 2017
JUST IN: Senator Chuck Schumer says there will be a Senate Vote to overturn the FCC's ruling on #NetNeutrality -- Only a simple majority will be required to overturn the ruling.
JUST IN: Senator Chuck Schumer says there will be a Senate Vote to overturn the FCC's ruling on #NetNeutrality -- Only a simple majority will be required to overturn the ruling.— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) December 18, 2017
Analysis: Trump’s tough talk can’t hide the incoherence of his foreign policy
Analysis: Trump’s tough talk can’t hide the incoherence of his foreign policy https://t.co/H1UbB1ltCO— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 19, 2017
Senate Intelligence Committee is investigating Jill Stein campaign for possible collusion with Russians
Senate Intelligence Committee is investigating Jill Stein campaign for possible collusion with Russians https://t.co/8d2wOGqKiK— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 19, 2017
Trump privately calling deputy AG a threat to his presidency: report
ICYMI
Trump privately calling deputy AG a threat to his presidency: report https://t.co/gebr8FrjoE pic.twitter.com/zugf2Ztlh6— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
NYT: Trump's claim that his tax cut plan would cost him a "fortune" is "fake news."
NYT: Trump's claim that his tax cut plan would cost him a "fortune" is "fake news." https://t.co/lFVhHp0Gxd— Jim Acosta (@Acosta) December 19, 2017
Seating Gorsuch on the Supreme Court is one of Trump’s biggest accomplishments. But Trump, in a fury, talked about rescinding Gorsuch’s nomination
This crazy reaction by Trump to what he saw as “disloyalty” by his SCOTUS nominee Gorsuch speaks volumes about how little this president understands or appreciates our system of government. It’s terrifying, to put it bluntly. Trump is an ever-present danger to democracy under law https://t.co/pLIS50BEyP— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) December 19, 2017
Seating Gorsuch on the Supreme Court is one of Trump’s biggest accomplishments. But Trump, in a fury, talked about rescinding Gorsuch’s nomination, @AshleyRParker @jdawsey1 & @scotusreporter scoophttps://t.co/gjQrF9Hnk9— Philip Rucker (@PhilipRucker) December 19, 2017
Nerve gas pesticide is being sprayed on our food with the approval of Trump’s EPA — and the president of the NRDC is calling it out
Must Watch
Nerve gas pesticide is being sprayed on our food with the approval of Trump’s EPA — and the president of the NRDC is calling it out pic.twitter.com/hNrKFwINEY— NowThis (@nowthisnews) December 19, 2017
A New Report Shows Just How Much the Republican Tax Plan Benefits the Richest Americans
A New Report Shows Just How Much the Republican Tax Plan Benefits the Richest Americans https://t.co/TeEgYmd0nx pic.twitter.com/8IxnPimAtK— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) December 19, 2017
A year into the Trump era, White House staff turnover is “off the charts.”
A year into the Trump era, White House staff turnover is “off the charts.” https://t.co/sFfqAQLHn6— The New Yorker (@NewYorker) December 19, 2017
BREAKING: Conservative Judge Alex Kozinski has announced that he is retiring from the U.S. appeals court after accusations of inappropriate sexual conduct / comments.
BREAKING: Conservative Judge Alex Kozinski has announced that he is retiring from the U.S. appeals court after accusations of inappropriate sexual conduct / comments.— Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) December 18, 2017
The Amtrak train that derailed Monday in DuPont, Washington, was traveling 80 mph in a 30 mph zone, according to the NTSB
The Amtrak train that derailed Monday in DuPont, Washington, was traveling 80 mph in a 30 mph zone, according to the NTSB https://t.co/fzgNcrfBOQ pic.twitter.com/oYx5zRXXvY— CNN (@CNN) December 19, 2017
Senior FBI Official McCabe To Face Closed-Door Grilling From House Lawmakers
Senior FBI Official McCabe To Face Closed-Door Grilling From House Lawmakers https://t.co/yq8XBjbTPI— NPR Politics (@nprpolitics) December 19, 2017
Kremlin calls Trump's national security strategy “imperial.”
Kremlin calls Trump's national security strategy “imperial.” https://t.co/iJLoaDtnt8'— The Associated Press (@AP) December 19, 2017
Mother of U.S. soldier who died during Niger ambush accuses Pentagon of lying to her family about how her son was killed
Mother of U.S. soldier who died during Niger ambush accuses Pentagon of lying to her family about how her son was killed. https://t.co/a8sVGQAhKb pic.twitter.com/l4T2XoONMt— ABC News (@ABC) December 19, 2017
Graduate Students Escaped Tax Increases, but They Still Feel a Target on Their Backs
Graduate Students Escaped Tax Increases, but They Still Feel a Target on Their Backs https://t.co/hR4pABzQgp— In Spite of Trump (@InSpiteOfTrump) December 19, 2017
NEW: Kaine tried to find out how many Senate sexual harassment settlements have been paid. And Capitol Hill's workplace misconduct office rejected his request (!)
NEW: Kaine tried to find out how many Senate sexual harassment settlements have been paid. And Capitol Hill's workplace misconduct office rejected his request (!). https://t.co/aqdOzO8qBu— Elana Schor (@eschor) December 19, 2017
Russia's Putin says ex-Soviet countries threatened by militants: RIA
Russia's Putin says ex-Soviet countries threatened by militants: RIA https://t.co/s1Ps6nCr8n pic.twitter.com/yE3BOnXBUq— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) December 19, 2017
Following Trump's report, China urges U.S. to accept its rise
Following Trump's report, China urges U.S. to accept its rise. https://t.co/F2v98saVl5— The Associated Press (@AP) December 19, 2017
Motherboard obtained an internal FCC report shows the Republican narrative on net neutrality is all based on an unsubstantiated lie
Motherboard obtained an internal FCC report shows the Republican narrative on net neutrality is all based on an unsubstantiated lie https://t.co/oc178f8atl pic.twitter.com/SpOgIB6wOa— Motherboard (@motherboard) December 19, 2017
The Republican tax plan soaks some of rich Americans — but it does not soak the richest,
The Republican tax plan soaks some of rich Americans — but it does not soak the richest, @andrewrsorkin writes https://t.co/rFAwEWbHzE— The New York Times (@nytimes) December 19, 2017
Mike Pence postpones Mideast trip until January for Senate tax vote
Mike Pence postpones Mideast trip until January for Senate tax vote https://t.co/jdlk9DPkOI pic.twitter.com/5CHNwXkJPA— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) December 19, 2017
Elijah Cummings asks Pence that he, in his capacity as head of the Trump transition team , authorize the FBI to produce documents relating to the security clearance application submitted for Michael Flynn, Jr
Elijah Cummings asks Pence that he, in his capacity as head of the Trump transition team , authorize the FBI to produce documents relating to the security clearance application submitted for Michael Flynn, Jr. https://t.co/PrzRdzreXd pic.twitter.com/G5VqvETs16— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 18, 2017
GOP Pushes Back as Trump’s Lawyer Tries to Stack the Bench
Why does President Trump keep nominating humiliatingly unqualified judges? Blame White House Counsel Don McGahn. https://t.co/gio1HwbsLn— Scott Bixby (@scottbix) December 19, 2017
HR McMaster: Russian meddling 'sophisticated subversion'
HR McMaster: Russian meddling 'sophisticated subversion' https://t.co/N3S0fc0Dbi— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) December 19, 2017
Puerto Rico governor orders recount of hurricane death toll
Puerto Rico governor orders recount of hurricane death toll https://t.co/Q9Zb0dasmN— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 18, 2017
"I'm concerned that no job is safe in the Trump administration, particularly in the Justice Department," says former US Attorney Preet Bharara
"I'm concerned that no job is safe in the Trump administration, particularly in the Justice Department," says former US Attorney Preet Bharara https://t.co/hnOxrH4sqB pic.twitter.com/6KTdJv3TC1— CNN (@CNN) December 18, 2017
Debate erupts within HHS about "words to avoid" such as "vulnerable," "diversity" and "entitlement"
Debate erupts within HHS about "words to avoid" such as "vulnerable," "diversity" and "entitlement" https://t.co/qKgEfv6QW2— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 19, 2017
“These are people with something to hide”
🔥Fmr federal prosecutor @SenBlumenthal says Misha🇷🇺Flynn’s flipping = “shattering blow” to Trump‼️— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) December 19, 2017
The “increasing chorus of...coordinated attacks” on Mueller, FBI...by Trump & his allies in Congress👉🏼“there are people with something to hide”‼️pic.twitter.com/bfVshCfBXR
Ex-Director of National Intelligence James Clapper: Putin "knows how to handle an asset and that's what he's doing with the President."
ICYMI
Ex-Director of National Intelligence James Clapper: Putin "knows how to handle an asset and that's what he's doing with the President." https://t.co/G2WFibXwI5— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 18, 2017
Senate Intelligence Chairman Richard Burr says his committee is examining Green Party candidate Jill Stein's campaign as part of its investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 US election
Senate Intelligence Chairman Richard Burr says his committee is examining Green Party candidate Jill Stein's campaign as part of its investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 US election https://t.co/a1lL2PyGzf pic.twitter.com/9ZFH98a78m— CNN (@CNN) December 19, 2017
Trump team’s meeting with Mueller’s office poised to ratchet up tensions
People with knowledge of Mueller's investigation tell WaPo it could last at least another year. "...members of Mueller’s team have told others they expect to be working through much of 2018, at the minimum."https://t.co/WRTD0g3pgm— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 19, 2017
The #CorkerKickback is just another example of how the #GOPTaxScam is a Frankenstein’s monster of giveaways to special interests – and a reminder of why @SpeakerRyan & @SenateMajLdr are trying so hard to pass this bill before the public learns even more.
The #CorkerKickback is just another example of how the #GOPTaxScam is a Frankenstein’s monster of giveaways to special interests – and a reminder of why @SpeakerRyan & @SenateMajLdr are trying so hard to pass this bill before the public learns even more. https://t.co/I7hXWMbc15— Nancy Pelosi (@NancyPelosi) December 18, 2017
John McCain says he's "looking forward" to returning to work
John McCain says he's "looking forward" to returning to work https://t.co/rwoj9O9zP8 pic.twitter.com/P2olIvQ640— POLITICO (@politico) December 19, 2017
Senate GOP determined to carry out Russia probes despite pressure from Trump to end them
Senate GOP determined to carry out Russia probes despite pressure from Trump to end them https://t.co/i3Q2u87tkd pic.twitter.com/g6ORt4tPm3— The Hill (@thehill) December 19, 2017
Senator Orrin Hatch Says He Wrote Tax Provision At Center Of Corker Controversy
THIS IS HUGE NEWS ---> Facing an intensifying national firestorm, Sen. Orrin Hatch now admits he authored the provision in the final tax bill that enriches @SenBobCorker @SpeakerRyan, Donald Trump and a handful of other GOP lawmakers https://t.co/LTxh6Fhr7g #CorkerKickback— David Sirota (@davidsirota) December 18, 2017
Congressional complaint office stonewalls on sexual harassment data
Congressional complaint office stonewalls on sexual harassment data https://t.co/nNN50tCY6f pic.twitter.com/GA0YRrkBGH— NBC News (@NBCNews) December 19, 2017
Exceptional number of Democratic House challengers await 2018
Rachel Maddow shows a chart of the number of candidates from each party challenging incumbents for a House seat, and the exceptional number of Democrats who are in the running for the 2018 election.
GOP tax bill opponents plan protests to the bitter end
Rachel Maddow reports on protests around the United States against the Republican tax bill, with particular pressure on Maine Senator Susan Collins.
Clash expected as Trump legal team set to meet with Mueller
Sari Horwitz, Justice Department reporter for The Washington Post, talks with Rachel Maddow about an expected meeting between Donald Trump's legal team and special counsel Robert Mueller and the likely clash over contrasting perspectives on the investigation.
Mueller obtains Trump transition e-mails, Trump team freaks out
Rachel Maddow relays a new report from The Washington Post that members of Robert Mueller's Trump investigation team have said they expect to work well into 2018, bad news for Trump's legal team already freaking out over Mueller obtaining transition e-mails from the GSA.
Republican attack on Mueller Trump investigation falls apart
Rachel Maddow looks at how the Donald Trump campaign was already having contact with Kremlin-connected Russians as the FBI warned them about exactly such outreach, and points out that the texting scandal Republicans have tried to whip up is not actually good for Trump
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