BREAKING: Senate to vote Monday on proposal to re-open the government https://t.co/xmEvOVwsLv pic.twitter.com/kiVu2eehzg— POLITICO (@politico) January 22, 2018
Sunday, January 21, 2018
BREAKING: Senate to vote Monday on proposal to re-open the government
McConnell breaks with Trump: GOP opposes using "nuclear option" in budget debate
McConnell breaks with Trump: GOP opposes using "nuclear option" in budget debate https://t.co/Ic5Jzk85XT pic.twitter.com/kSTRAXmnet— The Hill (@thehill) January 22, 2018
.@JeffFlake says he's a YES on the new CR through 2/8 after McConnell's commitment to move to Dreamer legislation if there's no immigration deal by then.
After two days of being brave, Jeff Flake decides to go back to where he's comfortable -- being lied to by Mitch McConnell. https://t.co/GMG2dAS8cr— LOLGOP (@LOLGOP) January 22, 2018
.@JeffFlake says he's a YES on the new CR through 2/8 after McConnell's commitment to move to Dreamer legislation if there's no immigration deal by then.— Sahil Kapur (@sahilkapur) January 22, 2018
Jeff Sessions has adamantly urged FBI Director Wray to make a "fresh start" with his core team, including replacing deputy director Andrew McCabe, a senior administration source tells Axios.
Jeff Sessions has adamantly urged FBI Director Wray to make a "fresh start" with his core team, including replacing deputy director Andrew McCabe, a senior administration source tells Axios. https://t.co/KR5o3ZAfWm— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 22, 2018
Dem senator: Doing away with the filibuster would be the "end of the Senate"
Dem senator: Doing away with the filibuster would be the "end of the Senate" https://t.co/Oti4BYCFwM pic.twitter.com/6V95jpqBuJ— The Hill (@thehill) January 22, 2018
Republicans just tried to claim that Medicaid caused the opioid epidemic. Surprise, surprise—they're wrong
Republicans just tried to claim that Medicaid caused the opioid epidemic. Surprise, surprise—they're wrong. https://t.co/BeEs8Mc19O pic.twitter.com/zeedLXtfs8— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) January 21, 2018
Pentagon partially brings back military TV during shutdown, allows troops to watch NFL playoffs
Pentagon partially brings back military TV during shutdown, allows troops to watch NFL playoffs https://t.co/kyqJkgqZTj pic.twitter.com/SFSAYFxDhA— The Hill (@thehill) January 21, 2018
ICE has arrested a Michigan "model physician" who immigrated from Poland when he was a child, has a green card. Not clear why, but his sister says he committed two minor property crimes more than 25 years ago, when he was 17
ICE has arrested a Michigan "model physician" who immigrated from Poland when he was a child, has a green card. Not clear why, but his sister says he committed two minor property crimes more than 25 years ago, when he was 17. https://t.co/O0Yk6rbYlE— Daniel Dale (@ddale8) January 21, 2018
The Trump administration expanded the list of officials authorized to receive the presidential daily briefing to 14 people because “everybody thought it was cool. They wanted to be cool.”
The Trump administration expanded the list of officials authorized to receive the presidential daily briefing to 14 people because “everybody thought it was cool. They wanted to be cool.” https://t.co/Iv7rCKfbhn pic.twitter.com/lCxSjhaLOU— Natasha Bertrand (@NatashaBertrand) January 21, 2018
My God. https://t.co/9IwkAgbX9z— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 21, 2018
Schumer and Pelosi were also initially promised DACA would not be tied to funding for the border wall. The president said so publicly.
Schumer and Pelosi were also initially promised DACA would not be tied to funding for the border wall. The president said so publicly. https://t.co/2mxd2rmNRn— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) January 21, 2018
Tax cuts wouldn’t have passed if Trump hadn’t roped in 2 “trust us” votes.— Andy Slavitt (@ASlavitt) January 21, 2018
1. Flake was promised DACA in January.
2. Collins was promised ACA stabilization bill before now.
Neither will happen. And the Administration will have a tough time negotiating anything.
FBI: Devin Nunes Won’t Show Us Memo Alleging Surveillance Abuses
EXCLUSIVE: The FBI says Rep. Devin Nunes won’t show them the memo alleging agency abuses. https://t.co/IZQCJfNAS9 #ReleaseTheMemo pic.twitter.com/f4uYZ4uEFf— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) January 21, 2018
Schumer on Trump: “he can’t take yes for an answer.”
Schumer on Trump: “he can’t take yes for an answer.”— Jim Acosta (@Acosta) January 21, 2018
Trump’s 24-year-old drug policy appointee was let go at law firm after he "just didn’t show"
Trump’s 24-year-old drug policy appointee was let go at law firm after he "just didn’t show" https://t.co/aL2VCa4isQ— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 21, 2018
Trump willing to support legal status for 'Dreamers' in exchange for wall: WH sources
Sen. Schumer is willing to let Trump waste our tax dollars on a useless wall in order to get DACA? This is corrupt!— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) January 21, 2018
Trump willing to support legal status for 'Dreamers' in exchange for wall: WH sources - ABC News - https://t.co/7c0X6cDlyt via @ABC
Among all of Trump's appointees, the Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke manages to stand out for the damage he is doing
Among all of Trump's appointees, the Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke manages to stand out for the damage he is doing: https://t.co/qu81HF3IDc pic.twitter.com/JDvk93cGkp— The New Yorker (@NewYorker) January 21, 2018
Sen. Lindsey Graham on shutdown: "Somebody's got to lead. The White House staff has been pretty unreliable."
Sen. Lindsey Graham on shutdown: "Somebody's got to lead. The White House staff has been pretty unreliable." pic.twitter.com/Da9BNXZmmd— MSNBC (@MSNBC) January 21, 2018
The GOP wants to slash food stamps. Here's why that's a stupid idea.
The GOP wants to slash food stamps. Here's why that's a stupid idea. https://t.co/NNyOKW0ome pic.twitter.com/n5AkRlK7en— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) January 21, 2018
Sen. Lindsey Graham reports back after the bipartisan "Gang of 19" meeting: "We’re gonna get there — and if we don’t tonight — I’m really worried about where this thing goes because it’s only going to get nastier in rhetoric.”
Sen. Lindsey Graham reports back after the bipartisan "Gang of 19" meeting: "We’re gonna get there — and if we don’t tonight — I’m really worried about where this thing goes because it’s only going to get nastier in rhetoric.” https://t.co/ohT4K9sBR6— Axios (@axios) January 21, 2018
Perspective: Under Trump, the Pentagon brass plays to an audience of one
Perspective: Under Trump, the Pentagon brass plays to an audience of one https://t.co/BdlkBJDeZo— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 21, 2018
JUST IN: US could send 1,000 more troops to Afghanistan: report
JUST IN: US could send 1,000 more troops to Afghanistan: report https://t.co/P87Wn9eJKg pic.twitter.com/Pfin9H0rpI— The Hill (@thehill) January 21, 2018
Senator Graham: "As long as Steven Miller is in charge of negotiating immigration we are going no where. He’s been an outlier for years.”
Senator Graham: "As long as Steven Miller is in charge of negotiating immigration we are going no where. He’s been an outlier for years.” pic.twitter.com/6aR42Jeiu7— Alan He (@alanhe) January 21, 2018
Sen. Graham on Stephen Miller: “His view of immigration has never been in the mainstream Senate, and I think we’re never going to get there as long as we embrace concepts that cannot possibly get 60 votes.”
Sen. Graham on Stephen Miller: “His view of immigration has never been in the mainstream Senate, and I think we’re never going to get there as long as we embrace concepts that cannot possibly get 60 votes.” pic.twitter.com/h2ojrcI3jq— MSNBC (@MSNBC) January 21, 2018
Trump gala at Mar-a-Lago on Saturday night again rents a ballroom from Trump
Grifter & Chief Trump at it again. The king of money laundering has figured out how to transfer campaign funds into his bank accounts. https://t.co/7UWaJ6rlNv— Boston Bob 🇺🇸B4💰 ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ (@Bostob_Bob) January 21, 2018
Paul Ryan collected $500,000 in Koch contributions days after House passed tax law
Paul Ryan collected $500,000 in Koch contributions days after House passed tax law https://t.co/SHrMFhdUzb # via @HuffPostPol— Jon Cooper (@joncoopertweets) January 21, 2018
Here's Rinat Akhmetshin and Natalia Veselnitskaya at party honoring Trump's inauguration hosted by Dana Rohrabacher
Here's Rinat Akhmetshin and Natalia Veselnitskaya at party honoring Trump's inauguration hosted by Dana Rohrabacher. https://t.co/qNiEuBz5xc pic.twitter.com/FeobqMEboO— Rosalind Helderman (@PostRoz) January 21, 2018
Welp, I'll be marking the anniversary of trump's inauguration here in Greenville, SC
Welp, I'll be marking the anniversary of trump's inauguration here in Greenville, SC pic.twitter.com/KBFE0asjuF— john r stanton (@dcbigjohn) January 21, 2018
This is what hope looks like. Speechless. Pictures From Women’s Marches on Every Continent
This is what hope looks like. Speechless.— And (@a23ryan) January 21, 2018
Pictures From Women’s Marches on Every Continent https://t.co/eDnMwO0koV
A government shutdown will hurt the CDC’s ability to fight flu
A government shutdown will hurt the CDC’s ability to fight flu https://t.co/bpTowot2h3 pic.twitter.com/YU58gTyt2n— Matt Marohl (@mattmarohl) January 21, 2018
Q: Did Kelly really say Trump was uninformed on the wall?
Q: Did Kelly really say Trump was uninformed on the wall?— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 21, 2018
Rep. Luis Gutierrez: “Yes… he said the President of the United States, when he was campaigning, made promises that were not fully informed.” (via ABC) pic.twitter.com/RMNj7CDm4O
Despite bipartisan support for a budget resolution, a minority in the Senate has decided to play politics with military pay. America’s military deserves better. Understand this: @POTUS & I and the American people are NOT GOING TO PUT UP WITH IT.
Despite bipartisan support for a budget resolution, a minority in the Senate has decided to play politics with military pay. America’s military deserves better. Understand this: @POTUS & I and the American people are NOT GOING TO PUT UP WITH IT. pic.twitter.com/em5oSFmgDm— Vice President Mike Pence (@VP) January 21, 2018
YOUR PARTY KILLED THE BILL TO MAKE SURE MILITARY FAMILIES GOT PAID. https://t.co/y7DezRqelX— Mikel Jollett (@Mikel_Jollett) January 21, 2018
Evangelist Franklin Graham defends Trump against Stormy Daniels reports
Defends against porn star affairs, introduces the Kremlin's religious pass-thrus ... https://t.co/oQVdoXiaSG— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) January 21, 2018
#MeetThePress @SenTomCotton essentially admitted he and his big pal Trump WONT ever support DACA, point blank, end of story.
#MeetThePress @SenTomCotton essentially admitted he and his big pal Trump WONT ever support DACA, point blank, end of story. #TomCottonIsARacist. And he's STILL tiptoeing around whether Trump said bleep hole. #TomCottonIsALiar. We gotta run this creep outa politics. Forever. pic.twitter.com/QPz8N46d3R— Linda Case (@lindacaseauthor) January 21, 2018
The 5 hottest years on Earth have all occurred since 2010, according to NASA
The 5 hottest years on Earth have all occurred since 2010, according to NASA. We can't continue in this direction! #climatechange https://t.co/eiw7cX65Yq— Greenpeace USA (@greenpeaceusa) January 21, 2018
I’ll remind everyone that we had a bipartisan deal @realDonaldTrump agreed to. Begs the question: who told him to shutdown the government? This is orchestrated.
I’ll remind everyone that we had a bipartisan deal @realDonaldTrump agreed to. Begs the question: who told him to shutdown the government? This is orchestrated. #TrumpShutdown— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) January 20, 2018
A new report shows how the Trump Administration is targeting asylum seekers
A new report shows how the Trump Administration is targeting asylum seekers https://t.co/zxNTYHnubB pic.twitter.com/uauPMaeeau— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) January 21, 2018
Great to see how hard Republicans are fighting for our Military and Safety at the Border. The Dems just want illegal immigrants to pour into our nation unchecked. If stalemate continues, Republicans should go to 51% (Nuclear Option) and vote on real, long term budget, no C.R.’s!
Great to see how hard Republicans are fighting for our Military and Safety at the Border. The Dems just want illegal immigrants to pour into our nation unchecked. If stalemate continues, Republicans should go to 51% (Nuclear Option) and vote on real, long term budget, no C.R.’s!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 21, 2018
I’ll remind everyone that we had a bipartisan deal @realDonaldTrump agreed to. Begs the question: who told him to shutdown the government? This is orchestrated. #TrumpShutdown— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) January 20, 2018
Today marks 8 years since the #CitizensUnited decision. Before the decision in 2008, there was $143 million in campaign spending by outside groups. By last cycle, in 2016, that spending rose to $1.4 billion
Today marks 8 years since the #CitizensUnited decision. Before the decision in 2008, there was $143 million in campaign spending by outside groups. By last cycle, in 2016, that spending rose to $1.4 billion. pic.twitter.com/gLuIGyd4GA— End Citizens United (@StopBigMoney) January 21, 2018
I know what it’s like to be without health insurance or a paycheck, but Donald Trump and Paul Ryan don’t. They played games with kids' health insurance and people’s jobs, which is why we’re in a shutdown, exactly 1 year into Trump's Presidency
I know what it’s like to be without health insurance or a paycheck, but Donald Trump and Paul Ryan don’t. They played games with kids' health insurance and people’s jobs, which is why we’re in a shutdown, exactly 1 year into Trump's Presidency.https://t.co/zlVisDyILC— Randy Bryce (@IronStache) January 20, 2018
It's a #TrumpShutdown. You did exactly what you said you WOULDN'T do in this video
It's a #TrumpShutdown. You did exactly what you said you WOULDN'T do in this video. https://t.co/JKsKrNXx4t— Fatal Assertion (@FatalAssertion) January 20, 2018
This is right on. @SenDuckworth, a Thai-born former Army helicopter pilot who lost both legs in Iraq, responds appropriately to Trump’s reckless shutdown rhetoric: “I will not be lectured about what our military needs by a five-deferment draft dodger.”
This is right on. @SenDuckworth, a Thai-born former Army helicopter pilot who lost both legs in Iraq, responds appropriately to Trump’s reckless shutdown rhetoric: “I will not be lectured about what our military needs by a five-deferment draft dodger.” pic.twitter.com/nkFXpMFMEo— Jamil Smith (@JamilSmith) January 21, 2018
Analysis: Glenn Simpson’s latest testimony was almost as titillating as the Stormy Daniels pillow talk
Analysis: Glenn Simpson’s latest testimony was almost as titillating as the Stormy Daniels pillow talk via https://t.co/aDirN08lUD @POLITICOMag pic.twitter.com/U13ypZC7op— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
One Year In, Trump Has Kept A Major Promise: Reshaping The Federal Judiciary
One Year In, Trump Has Kept A Major Promise: Reshaping The Federal Judiciary https://t.co/TcoaMterTU— In Spite of Trump 🌊 (@InSpiteOfTrump) January 21, 2018
After A Year In Office, Trump Still Facing Constitutional Challenges Over Businesses
After A Year In Office, Trump Still Facing Constitutional Challenges Over Businesses https://t.co/5L7uBmI5lU— In Spite of Trump 🌊 (@InSpiteOfTrump) January 21, 2018
Trump is finally getting to preside over the government shutdown he’s hinted for months he might wan
Trump is finally getting to preside over the government shutdown he’s hinted for months he might want https://t.co/l6AZQf4X4g pic.twitter.com/kL7NNSrY6d— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) January 21, 2018
A historian compares Trump to America's worst presidents: James Buchanan, Andrew Johnson, Franklin Pierce, Millard Fillmore. They were bad, he may be worse, and if history is any a guide, "Mr. Trump’s first year portends a very unhappy ending."
A historian compares Trump to America's worst presidents: James Buchanan, Andrew Johnson, Franklin Pierce, Millard Fillmore. They were bad, he may be worse, and if history is any a guide, "Mr. Trump’s first year portends a very unhappy ending." https://t.co/STPn1zr2hY— Michiko Kakutani (@michikokakutani) January 21, 2018
The Shutdown Is About Who Gets to Be an American
For a time on Friday evening, the hopes for a compromise (and the hopes of the Dreamers) had rested in the bluff, enigmatic person of Lindsey Graham, who scurried back and forth between the offices of Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer. https://t.co/zjVW81ML1x— The New Yorker (@NewYorker) January 21, 2018
NBC NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Ex-CIA agent Jerry Chun Shing Lee may have gotten 20 U.S. assets in China killed, and that the Chinese may have tipped off the Russians to U.S. spy system, officials say
ICYMI
NBC NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Ex-CIA agent Jerry Chun Shing Lee may have gotten 20 U.S. assets in China killed, and that the Chinese may have tipped off the Russians to U.S. spy system, officials say. W/ @KenDilanianNBC & @jonathan4ny https://t.co/9mNOa39IVP— Tom Winter (@Tom_Winter) January 20, 2018
Donald Trump defends Vladimir Putin over Alexander Litvinenko murder
Never forget who Trump vouches for
"First of all, he says he didn't do it. Many people say it wasn't him. So who knows who did it?"— Jay McKenzie (@JamesFourM) January 21, 2018
You do, @realDonaldTrump. You do. Maybe #SemionMogilevich gave the order instead of Putin, but as we all know at this point ... same difference. Tick tock. https://t.co/1lGQu9KosX
America is missing out on a tourism boom. International visitor numbers surged 7% last year, but interest in US travel has slumped significantly, down about 4% in 2017
America is missing out on a tourism boom. International visitor numbers surged 7% last year, but interest in US travel has slumped significantly, down about 4% in 2017 https://t.co/SFdJnZgWzD— CNN (@CNN) January 21, 2018
There seems to be something of an anti-anti-Trump backlash underway in GOP circles.
.@SykesCharlie reminds us why the Trump presidency is far from acceptable even if you support traditional Republican policy goals. https://t.co/9lHZTujHSB— Evan McMullin (@Evan_McMullin) January 20, 2018
Russia offers Trump administration olive branch after criticizing policies
Russia offers Trump administration olive branch after criticizing policies https://t.co/2TPdg9L3FB pic.twitter.com/NsUn9xDSkI— CBS News (@CBSNews) January 21, 2018
Hard Pass Sergey! https://t.co/UIv25Imqr2— WaterBluSky (@MsMariaT) January 21, 2018
Donald Trump paid a pornstar what the average American family makes in 2 years just for her silence about an affair. Bannon claims Trump paid off close to a hundred women.
Donald Trump paid a pornstar what the average American family makes in 2 years just for her silence about an affair. Bannon claims Trump paid off close to a hundred women.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) January 20, 2018
Evangelicals, is this still your man?
Simpson: Well, Trump was basically a huge mobbed-up criminal from 2005 onward, especially with Russian deals. Hey, that's exactly when Jeff Zucker gave him his own show on NBC!
Simpson: Well, Trump was basically a huge mobbed-up criminal from 2005 onward, especially with Russian deals.— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) January 18, 2018
Hey, that's exactly when Jeff Zucker gave him his own show on NBC! #Trustwashing pic.twitter.com/mWUc5Ar8aj
8 wild details from the Stormy Daniels Trump interview
8 wild details from the Stormy Daniels Trump interview https://t.co/hGwt6FyAGF pic.twitter.com/GO2TJeSr04— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
Wow @realDonaldTrump look at all these PAID ACTORS!!!
Wow @realDonaldTrump look at all these PAID ACTORS!!! https://t.co/Xav8HP9ax9— Sarah Silverman (@SarahKSilverman) January 21, 2018
Why only rallies AGAINST Trump have to be held outside:#WomensMarch2018 pic.twitter.com/y2hgM51bAz— Mrs. Betty Bowers (@BettyBowers) January 20, 2018
One year into Trump's presidency, hundreds of key executive branch positions remain unfilled
One year into Trump's presidency, hundreds of key executive branch positions remain unfilled https://t.co/VXqNb7Qozb pic.twitter.com/qP0JJMozfJ— CBS News (@CBSNews) January 21, 2018
Trump administration extending opioid emergency declaration
Trump administration extending opioid emergency declaration https://t.co/DFoVL249wI pic.twitter.com/qEpPaQ0F4C— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
Mick Mulvaney has requested $0 to operate the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, an agency that protects citizens from banks, "payday lenders," debt collectors, etc.. This is Trump's way of destroying the government that he just shutdown.
Mick Mulvaney has requested $0 to operate the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, an agency that protects citizens from banks, "payday lenders," debt collectors, etc.. This is Trump's way of destroying the government that he just shutdown. #TrumpShutdown https://t.co/QbRzLBLsSF— Alternative NOAA (@altNOAA) January 21, 2018
Elijah Cummings is pressing to subpoena the White House for documents related to Flynn and Kushner’s security clearances. Cummings says the W.H. has withheld docs for more than half a year. He wants to know why their clearances hadn't been suspended.
Elijah Cummings is pressing to subpoena the White House for documents related to Flynn and Kushner’s security clearances.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 20, 2018
Cummings says the W.H. has withheld docs for more than half a year. He wants to know why their clearances hadn't been suspended. https://t.co/R7CsjyYNJO
Proof Trump is Working Hard
A+ chyron trolling, @MSNBC. pic.twitter.com/JCU2kImdMK— shauna (@goldengateblond) January 21, 2018
Trump disparaging FBI because the FBI's investigating whether Russia funneled cash to NRA to aid Trump's campaign
ICYMI
Trump disparaging FBI because the FBI's investigating whether Russia funneled cash to NRA to aid Trump's campaign https://t.co/gv0o5BUPWs— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) January 21, 2018
"During the 2013 shutdown, Congress passed a bill allowing paychecks for military personnel supporting civilians, and all federal workers ultimately received backpay."
I keep reminding folks, Obama made sure troops got paid in 2013. GOP has refused to do the same this time https://t.co/SQl72qRMz6— Eric Boehlert (@EricBoehlert) January 19, 2018
"During the 2013 shutdown, Congress passed a bill allowing paychecks for military personnel supporting civilians, and all federal workers ultimately received backpay." pic.twitter.com/w62iaF8VFR— CBS News (@CBSNews) January 19, 2018
He’s that toddler at someone else’s birthday party who keeps telling everyone, “No, it’s MY birthday!”
He’s that toddler at someone else’s birthday party who keeps telling everyone, “No, it’s MY birthday!” pic.twitter.com/QonOtFUF9G— Jon Zal (@OfficialJonZal) January 20, 2018
New #FactChecker: President Trump made 2,140 false or misleading claims in his first year
New #FactChecker: President Trump made 2,140 false or misleading claims in his first year https://t.co/0dq8gxdMei— Glenn Kessler (@GlennKesslerWP) January 20, 2018
There is no such thing as a good shutdown of government. Republicans must start to *actually* govern – anything less fails their duty to America.
There is no such thing as a good shutdown of government. Republicans must start to *actually* govern – anything less fails their duty to America. #TrumpShutdown pic.twitter.com/YVzAWPN3hz— Nancy Pelosi (@NancyPelosi) January 20, 2018
China urges U.S. to abandon "Cold War" mindset in bilateral ties
China urges U.S. to abandon "Cold War" mindset in bilateral ties https://t.co/9BWmieZ3Md pic.twitter.com/Ufk1GMbQkl— Bloomberg (@business) January 21, 2018
Russia's Lavrov, U.S.' Tillerson discuss north Syria situation
...and sanctioned oil fields no doubt.
Russia's Lavrov, U.S.' Tillerson discuss north Syria situation https://t.co/pSgvj5dJvM pic.twitter.com/sxtnMh2LCq— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) January 21, 2018
Donald Trump in 2013: Government Shutdowns Happen When the President Is Bad at His Job
Donald Trump in 2013: Government Shutdowns Happen When the President Is Bad at His Job https://t.co/25ELDlojU5— Jason Leopold (@JasonLeopold) January 20, 2018
Austin, TX broke the record for largest gathering in Texas history
Austin, TX broke the record for largest gathering in Texas history. #WomensMarch2018 pic.twitter.com/0RHx6s3fGz— Bishop Talbert Swan (@TalbertSwan) January 20, 2018
They’re coming for you, Ted. https://t.co/AqpLHkJLsm— Craig Mazin (@clmazin) January 21, 2018
A record $107 million was raised for Trump’s inauguration. So where did it all go? No one will say
A record $107 million was raised for Trump’s inauguration. So where did it all go? No one will say. https://t.co/JPdQbjvF3T via @usatoday— Michiko Kakutani (@michikokakutani) January 21, 2018
Just in case you didn’t know, Franklin Graham is personal friends with Vladimir Putin & he setup a meeting between Pence & a Putin-linked cleric.
Just in case you didn’t know, Franklin Graham is personal friends with Vladimir Putin & he setup a meeting between Pence & a Putin-linked cleric.— Scott Dworkin (@funder) January 20, 2018
Pic 1: Franklin Graham w/Putin
Pic 2: Pence w/Graham & Russian cleric
Pic 3: Putin w/same Russian cleric#TrumpRussia #TrumpShutdown pic.twitter.com/expI1yPQq7
Europe readies riposte to Trump's 'America First' push in Davos
Europe readies riposte to Trump's 'America First' push in Davos https://t.co/GB6H3d8yLi pic.twitter.com/7MnHkPGzDw— Reuters Top News (@Reuters) January 21, 2018
Killing NAFTA would cost the United States 300,000 jobs, cut economic growth, hurt stocks and cause prices for consumer goods to rise, according to an analysis
Killing NAFTA would cost the United States 300,000 jobs, cut economic growth, hurt stocks and cause prices for consumer goods to rise, according to an analysis https://t.co/GOMgi8uBEx pic.twitter.com/96D5SIFgme— CNN (@CNN) January 21, 2018
Massive turnout in Toronto today to mark the 2nd Annual Women’s March!
Massive turnout in Toronto today to mark the 2nd Annual Women’s March! pic.twitter.com/xinwtxb9bg— dave lackie (@davelackie) January 20, 2018
Trump gala at Mar-a-Lago on Saturday night again rents a ballroom from Trump
Trump plans gala at Mar-a-Lago tonight, again renting a ballroom from himself https://t.co/BmQxNypdvy— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 20, 2018
Opinion | Republicans don't understand: Tax cuts don't spur growth
Opinion | Republicans don't understand: Tax cuts don't spur growth https://t.co/FbOBKhEtZs— NBC News (@NBCNews) January 21, 2018
A year ago @SpeakerRyan promised a Dreamer and her daughter *to their faces* that he would work with Trump to pass a legislative fix to protect people like them.
A year ago @SpeakerRyan promised a Dreamer and her daughter *to their faces* that he would work with Trump to pass a legislative fix to protect people like them.— Rep. Don Beyer (@RepDonBeyer) January 20, 2018
Mr. Speaker, you and @SenateMajLdr have the power to keep your promise and end the #TrumpShutdown at any time. pic.twitter.com/0elc8D6CBG
Earlier this morning, Senator @clairecmc tried to pass a bill to guarantee military pay and death benefits amidst the #TrumpShutdown. What happened after? Mitch McConnell objected. He, nor trump, nor the GOP give a damn about our troops. Watch this
Earlier this morning, Senator @clairecmc tried to pass a bill to guarantee military pay and death benefits amidst the #TrumpShutdown. What happened after? Mitch McConnell objected. He, nor trump, nor the GOP give a damn about our troops. Watch this.pic.twitter.com/JOobMoxgJo— Ricky Davila (@TheRickyDavila) January 21, 2018
Inside the frantic 24 hours that led to a shutdown
Inside the frantic 24 hours that led to a shutdown https://t.co/FeJHUc7b6m pic.twitter.com/bYlSUz4zs1— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
.@CustomsBorder got on a Greyhound bus yesterday at 4:30pm in Fort Lauderdale and asked every passenger for their papers and to prove citizenship. Proof of citizenship is NOT required to ride a bus!
.@CustomsBorder got on a Greyhound bus yesterday at 4:30pm in Fort Lauderdale and asked every passenger for their papers and to prove citizenship. Proof of citizenship is NOT required to ride a bus! For more information about your rights, call our hotline👉 1-888-600-5762 pic.twitter.com/rWJn61o8VP— FLImmigrantCoalition (@FLImmigrant) January 20, 2018
Trump Administration says that deporting Dreamers won’t be a “priority.”— Jon Favreau (@jonfavs) January 21, 2018
But this is what they’re doing now. https://t.co/74smZz27zT
Republicans needed 60 votes to confirm Neil Gorsuch, but that didn't stop them from changing the rules to confirm him to a stolen Supreme Court seat last year. You can't spend an entire year attacking and sabotaging the opposition party and then expect them to bail you out.
Republicans needed 60 votes to confirm Neil Gorsuch, but that didn't stop them from changing the rules to confirm him to a stolen Supreme Court seat last year.— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) January 20, 2018
You can't spend an entire year attacking and sabotaging the opposition party and then expect them to bail you out. https://t.co/HHHAevgG4H
For those asking, the Republicans only have 51 votes in the Senate, and they need 60. That is why we need to win more Republicans in 2018 Election! We can then be even tougher on Crime (and Border), and even better to our Military & Veterans!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 20, 2018
#TrumpShutdown hashtag becomes number one worldwide as parties battle in blame game
#TrumpShutdown hashtag becomes number one worldwide as parties battle in blame game https://t.co/l9HFJ7oGTJ pic.twitter.com/ALqXKKLgdH— The Hill (@thehill) January 20, 2018
Kushner privately met with Chinese ambassador several times, excluded US experts on China
Kushner privately met with Chinese ambassador several times, excluded US experts on China: report https://t.co/8Zorsgjs8x pic.twitter.com/IVCnrnZQQS— The Hill (@thehill) January 21, 2018
Eric Trump Foundation Told Donors Money Went To Kids With Cancer, Then Gave To Different Cause
Eric Trump Foundation Told Donors Money Went To Kids With Cancer, Then Gave To Different Causes https://t.co/Mzjeron7Xw— Forever Logical (@ForeverLogical) January 21, 2018
Trump Organization charged Eric Trump's cancer charity golf events
Trump Organization charged Eric Trump's cancer charity golf events https://t.co/kHiNxItpT0— Forever Logical (@ForeverLogical) January 21, 2018
@realDonaldTrump "Wall" was a ruse to steal money. He got idea from his buddies in Ukraine
☄️@realDonaldTrump "Wall" was a ruse to steal money. He got idea from his buddies in Ukraine ☄️ https://t.co/6B5QkLJXrK ht @ThomasS42170— Venture Capital (@kelly2277) July 15, 2017
From @washingtonpost : IGOR KOLOMISKY was the first to conceive of wall btwn Ukraine and Russia. Guess who worked w Paul Manafort? pic.twitter.com/EBMnuEg7OM— Venture Capital (@kelly2277) July 15, 2017
Senate Dems: Trump making negotiations to end government shutdown "impossible"
Senate Dems: Trump making negotiations to end government shutdown "impossible" https://t.co/fHlUXp9AX2 pic.twitter.com/zzHKGTiYCS— The Hill (@thehill) January 21, 2018
An emotional Senator Graham on the shutdown and DACA: "We look like we care more about the party flag than the American flag," "how could you take an 80% issue and screw it up?"
An emotional Senator Graham on the shutdown and DACA: "We look like we care more about the party flag than the American flag," "how could you take an 80% issue and screw it up?"— Carol Costello (@CarolHLN) January 21, 2018
After Hillary Clinton crushed Jeanine Pirro’s Senate dreams, Pirro was caught discussing with Bernard Kerik, the former NYC police commissioner, illegally wiretapping her husband (who later went to prison) she suspected of having an affair, so of course Fox News gave her a show
After Hillary Clinton crushed Jeanine Pirro’s Senate dreams, Pirro was caught discussing with Bernard Kerik, the former NYC police commissioner, illegally wiretapping her husband (who later went to prison) she suspected of having an affair, so of course Fox News gave her a show pic.twitter.com/6va4hKBZcI— Adam Khan (@Khanoisseur) January 21, 2018
Check out these aerial views from today’s #WomensMarch2018 across the country—absolutely amazing. Period
Check out these aerial views from today’s #WomensMarch2018 across the country—absolutely amazing. Period.#TrumpShutdown #TheResistance pic.twitter.com/5lazZPEM49— Scott Dworkin (@funder) January 21, 2018
NEW: A vast 87% support the DACA immigration program that Pres. Trump ended, including two-thirds of strong conservatives and three-quarters of Republicans, core Trump groups.
NEW: A vast 87% support the DACA immigration program that Pres. Trump ended, including two-thirds of strong conservatives and three-quarters of Republicans, core Trump groups. https://t.co/nIkxG3t6wP pic.twitter.com/DgjycAzB4i— Evan McMurry (@evanmcmurry) January 21, 2018
Welcome to Trump’s whatever shutdown
Welcome to Trump’s whatever shutdown https://t.co/KCgAn20rSq pic.twitter.com/MT4aTENQuj— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
POLL: Amid record low one-year approval, half question Trump’s mental stability
POLL: #RACIST #ShitHolePresident #Trump is the WORST PRESIDENT EVER !!\— Bisty CS Ross (@BistyCSRoss) January 21, 2018
NEVER such un-American, Un-Patriotic, Disgusting, Criminal TREACHEROUS HORRIBLE HATEFUL Excuse for President !!
RECORD 36% low 1yr approval & 50% say Trump mentally Un-stabile !!
https://t.co/JHxPdq6AM0
sign of the day
My favorite sign of the day #womensmarchOAK pic.twitter.com/1dYvtEzF4G— Kennedy Cosgove (@kennedycosgrove) January 21, 2018
Why a planned $100 million Chinese garden at Washington's National Arboretum was deemed a national-security risk
ICYMI
Why a planned $100 million Chinese garden at Washington's National Arboretum was deemed a national-security risk https://t.co/3D7BuPKkNG— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) January 21, 2018
Sacramento, you looked gorgeous today!
Sacramento, you looked gorgeous today! #WomensMarch2018 pic.twitter.com/rKsIbtqO0o— Ricky Davila (@TheRickyDavila) January 20, 2018
In intvw, SCHUMER lays out demands: "Bipartisan agreement" on domestic/defense spending, disaster relief, DACA. Won't accept 3-week CR. Defends past resistance to immig+CR. Says WH "not called me" today. And Mulvaney "doesn't know what he's talking about."
In intvw, SCHUMER lays out demands: "Bipartisan agreement" on domestic/defense spending, disaster relief, DACA. Won't accept 3-week CR. Defends past resistance to immig+CR. Says WH "not called me" today. And Mulvaney "doesn't know what he's talking about." https://t.co/L0RZXB7kwk— Manu Raju (@mkraju) January 20, 2018
#BREAKING Los Angeles Mayor says 500,000 attending today's #WomensMarch2018.
#BREAKING Los Angeles Mayor says 500,000 attending today's #WomensMarch2018.— Victoria Brownworth (@VABVOX) January 20, 2018
Isn't that more people than attended Trump's "American Carnage" Inauguration?
And that's just one city. #WomensMarch2018 pic.twitter.com/RbuXpmT3fu
Marchers on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia
📸: Marchers on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia for #WomensMarch2018 (Photo: Reuters) https://t.co/Fk2761RVtT pic.twitter.com/xRuUnfb3eZ— BuzzFeed News (@BuzzFeedNews) January 20, 2018
An ocean of Patriots in Asheville, North Carolina. This is what democracy looks like
An ocean of Patriots in Asheville, North Carolina. This is what democracy looks like. 👊💗🇺🇸 #WomensMarch2018 pic.twitter.com/HBvgtDkkZb— Ricky Davila (@TheRickyDavila) January 20, 2018
Pennsylvania Rep. Meehan denies harassing former aide amid settlement
Pennsylvania Rep. Meehan denies harassing former aide amid settlement https://t.co/8XTPyheTd8 pic.twitter.com/bjAQ4B3MKf— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
Eric Trump Says Shutdown Is ‘A Good Thing For Us’
Eric Trump says shutdown is "a good thing for us' https://t.co/7u6ySZ4wEv via @HuffPostPol— Anti GOP Activist (@AntiGOPActivist) January 21, 2018
JUST IN: 58% percent say the economy is in good or excellent shape, the most in 17 years. However, just 38% say the Trump administration deserves credit; 50% credit the Obama administration.
JUST IN: 58% percent say the economy is in good or excellent shape, the most in 17 years. However, just 38% say the Trump administration deserves credit; 50% credit the Obama administration. https://t.co/ktV0qFAOI0 pic.twitter.com/HMsrr1vCOh— ABC News (@ABC) January 21, 2018
MORE: 60% say the recently-passed tax bill favors the rich, new @ABC News/WaPo poll finds; just 11% say it favors the middle class
MORE: 60% say the recently-passed tax bill favors the rich, new @ABC News/WaPo poll finds; just 11% say it favors the middle class. https://t.co/ZB3mypPhCN— ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) January 21, 2018
A baseball cap in the Oval?
A baseball cap in the Oval?— The Hoarse Whisperer (@HoarseWisperer) January 21, 2018
My WWII veteran grandfather would’ve smacked that damn hat right off his head. pic.twitter.com/UpOLgs6yNd
How the president spent much of the first day of the government shut down (and the first anniversary of his taking office): Watching old clips of himself going on TV during the last shutdown and criticizing his predecessor
How the president spent much of the first day of the government shut down (and the first anniversary of his taking office): Watching old clips of himself going on TV during the last shutdown and criticizing his predecessor https://t.co/eCaBtfcR3o pic.twitter.com/8ytdind85J— Mark Berman (@markberman) January 21, 2018
Here’s the message you hear today when you ring the White House comment line during the shutdown
Listen
saw this going around and wanted to check for myself: here’s the message you hear today when you ring the White House comment line during the shutdown pic.twitter.com/sCquYj0XnX— David Mack (@davidmackau) January 20, 2018
'Trump Shutdown' beats 'Schumer Shutdown' in hashtag battle to assign blame
'Trump Shutdown' beats 'Schumer Shutdown' in hashtag battle to assign blame. https://t.co/NigJ0rYjHJ pic.twitter.com/KGagnUsQc4— ABC News (@ABC) January 21, 2018
.@Twitter and @facebook still not getting it... What We Didn't Learn from Twitter's News Dump on Russiagate
.@Twitter and @facebook still not getting it...— chris zappone (@chrizap) January 20, 2018
What We Didn't Learn from Twitter's News Dump on Russiagate https://t.co/qTTupO8RGY @peterwsinger
Turkey launches airstrikes on Kurdish forces allied with the U.S. in Syria
More chaos as a result of @realDonaldTrump Administration policies. #Turkey, with the support of #Russia, is now attacking U.S. backed Kurdish forces in #Syria. https://t.co/m9tvRMa9I2— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) January 20, 2018
Turkey launches airstrikes on Kurdish forces allied with the U.S. in Syria https://t.co/sWsRJq3MFC— The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) January 20, 2018
Sandy Cove, Nova Scotia. Town population is 65. 32 residents marched!
Sandy Cove, Nova Scotia.— Bishop Talbert Swan (@TalbertSwan) January 20, 2018
Town population is 65.
32 residents marched! 🙌#WomensMarch2018 pic.twitter.com/kQxaGKbGNf
Perspective | Alternate realities: Trump illustrated from the left
Perspective | Alternate realities: Trump illustrated from the left https://t.co/QgFfPZgnQ4— Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 21, 2018
Antarctica!
Antarctica! pic.twitter.com/POtwNULZIi— Malena♁🌊🌊stable genius (@tweetMalena) January 21, 2018
Due to #Shutdown, deployed US troops will not be able to view this weekend's NFL playoff games because armed services network is down -Pentagon
Due to #Shutdown, deployed US troops will not be able to view this weekend's NFL playoff games because armed services network is down -Pentagon— Jim Sciutto (@jimsciutto) January 20, 2018
Who's in and who's out as the West Wing grapples with shutdown
Who's in and who's out as the West Wing grapples with shutdown https://t.co/Aejtuq1Yim pic.twitter.com/VWV7C2y26A— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
Duckworth slams Trump: I won't be lectured on military needs by a 'five-deferment draft dodger
Duckworth slams Trump: I won't be lectured on military needs by a 'five-deferment draft dodger' https://t.co/PN9CRLWLUC— WaterBluSky (@MsMariaT) January 21, 2018
WATCH: Trump campaign ad calls Dems "complicit" in all murders by illegal immigrants
WATCH: Trump campaign ad calls Dems "complicit" in all murders by illegal immigrants https://t.co/5FLYffDh9Z pic.twitter.com/o5gxFxk1sq— The Hill (@thehill) January 21, 2018
BREAKING: Senate Democrats just asked for unanimous consent to pass an extension of CHIP. McConnell objected. Who is to blame?
BREAKING: Senate Democrats just asked for unanimous consent to pass an extension of CHIP. McConnell objected. Who is to blame? https://t.co/rqLgiHHTbE— Topher Spiro (@TopherSpiro) January 21, 2018
Stabenow asked UC proceed to the immediate consideration of #HR1301 (Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2017), the Stabenow-Brown-Casey amdt. (providing for permanent extension of CHIP, a 5-year extension of community health center programs, & exte https://t.co/SOmYJ3Dv4t— U.S. Senate Floor (@SenateFloor) January 20, 2018
Hundreds of thousands protest in D.C., across country on women's march anniversary
Hundreds of thousands protest in D.C., across country on women's march anniversary https://t.co/RdclX8tVvK pic.twitter.com/uIBAD9xaXN— POLITICO (@politico) January 21, 2018
Schumer tears into Trump: Working with him is like "negotiating with jello"
Schumer tears into Trump: Working with him is like "negotiating with jello" https://t.co/trvIJnIROa pic.twitter.com/12sfo6HRnS— The Hill (@thehill) January 21, 2018
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