JUST IN: The Pentagon expects to send 700 additional troops to the Middle East after protesters attempted to storm the U.S. embassy in Baghdad. https://t.co/753soconEm— ABC News (@ABC) December 31, 2019
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
JUST IN: The Pentagon expects to send 700 additional troops to the Middle East after protesters attempted to storm the U.S. embassy in Baghdad.
GOP Sen. Susan Collins will ‘fall in line behind Moscow Mitch’ on impeachment: Maine writer @StephenKing
GOP Sen. Susan Collins will ‘fall in line behind Moscow Mitch’ on impeachment: Maine writer @StephenKing https://t.co/VxVtBu5kC5— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 31, 2019
It's no surprise that Jeffrey Epstein's circle of friends consisted of serial abusers, including French model scout Jean-Luc Brunel. #10 goes into disturbing accusations that Brunel preyed on underaged girls and pimped them out of Epstein's properties
It's no surprise that Jeffrey Epstein's circle of friends consisted of serial abusers, including French model scout Jean-Luc Brunel. #10 goes into disturbing accusations that Brunel preyed on underaged girls and pimped them out of Epstein's properties https://t.co/oYTgVHeqH5— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 31, 2019
A US Embassy burns, and yet, he golfs. Our strategic foothold in countless places is eroded by revanchist Russia, and yet, he golfs. Have we ever faced such serious challenges with a team less capable of rising to meet them? Less capable of evaluating vital, objective truth?
North Korea. Iran. China. Russia. The total disruption of the Middle East/North Africa. The erosion of Europe. The loss of strategic competitiveness in Africa and Latin America. The rise of "populists" who are corrosive to democracy and peace.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) December 31, 2019
There is nowhere that is not worse.
BREAKING: A federal judge released a blistering opinion blocking the North Carolina GOP from enforcing its strict voter ID requirement and ordering state officials to inform voters that the requirement is not in effect for their upcoming elections.
BREAKING: A federal judge released a blistering opinion blocking the North Carolina GOP from enforcing its strict voter ID requirement and ordering state officials to inform voters that the requirement is not in effect for their upcoming elections. https://t.co/BuXB22vo4B— Jon Cooper 🇺🇸 (@joncoopertweets) December 31, 2019
#BREAKING: Kim Jong Un says the United States is just trying to pass time, North Korea will move on and he warns of "shocking" actions
#BREAKING: Kim Jong Un says the United States is just trying to pass time, North Korea will move on and he warns of "shocking" actions - via @YonhapNews— ELINT News (@ELINTNews) December 31, 2019
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has vowed to introduce a “new strategic weapon” in the near future and blasted Washington over stalled denuclearization talks
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has vowed to introduce a “new strategic weapon” in the near future and blasted Washington over stalled denuclearization talks https://t.co/mP0VMkfAhm— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 31, 2019
Iran just outplayed the United States — again
The only effective U.S. response to the Iranian threat since Reagan’s Tanker War was Obama’s nuclear deal. Trump blundered by exiting the nuclear deal in 2018 and imposing economic sanctions on Iran in 2019 even though Iran was complying with the agreement.https://t.co/90zF9au78Y— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) December 31, 2019
Really hard to overstate how badly Trump has bungled things in the Middle East. One of the only good things going - anti-Iran street protests in Iraq - have now morphed into anti-U.S. protests thanks to Trump's mishandling of Iran policy.
Really hard to overstate how badly Trump has bungled things in the Middle East. One of the only good things going - anti-Iran street protests in Iraq - have now morphed into anti-U.S. protests thanks to Trump's mishandling of Iran policy. https://t.co/1glF0HjRAC— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) December 31, 2019
Illinois governor pardons thousands of marijuana-related convictions on the eve of the state allowing the recreational sale of the drug
Illinois governor pardons thousands of marijuana-related convictions on the eve of the state allowing the recreational sale of the drug. https://t.co/BFZUBZLDnz— The Associated Press (@AP) December 31, 2019
The most important thing today is the safety of our people and our embassy. But I am reminded that in 2015 I sat in the 11th hour of a hearing that capped three years of endless investigations into Benghazi revisiting who did what when. This morning the President went golfing.
The most important thing today is the safety of our people and our embassy.— Rep. Don Beyer (@RepDonBeyer) December 31, 2019
But I am reminded that in 2015 I sat in the 11th hour of a hearing that capped three years of endless investigations into Benghazi revisiting who did what when.
This morning the President went golfing. https://t.co/IvQN3DLK0V
Where is @TGowdySC calling for a Benghazi-style investigation over the Iraq embassy protest? I'm waiting
Where is @TGowdySC calling for a Benghazi-style investigation over the Iraq embassy protest?— Grant Stern (@grantstern) December 31, 2019
I'm waiting.pic.twitter.com/TcGeBowCzP
“Secretary Pompeo, where was The President when you told him our embassy was under attack?”
“Secretary Pompeo, where was The President when you told him our embassy was under attack?” https://t.co/baSiUjNjxF— YS (@NYinLA2121) December 31, 2019
Trump’s former campaign manager passes on challenging Sen. Shaheen.
Trump’s former campaign manager passes on challenging Sen. Shaheen. https://t.co/Iy9nZ0pDan— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) December 31, 2019
Another question: How come we were able to help Russia but failed to help our own embassy?
Another question: How come we were able to help Russia but failed to help our own embassy? @realDonaldTrump https://t.co/E5TEJb1KtO— Brian J. Karem (@BrianKarem) December 31, 2019
Instead of a New Years resolution about self-betterment; resolve to make your country better. Resolve to build bridges rather than burn them. Resolve to fight the powerful forces trying to pull us apart. Resolve to be kinder and more accepting. Together, nothing can stop us.
Instead of a New Years resolution about self-betterment; resolve to make your country better.— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 31, 2019
Resolve to build bridges rather than burn them.
Resolve to fight the powerful forces trying to pull us apart.
Resolve to be kinder and more accepting.
Together, nothing can stop us.
The storming of our embassy in Baghdad by protestors and Iran-backed militias is deeply disturbing. The first priority is the safety of our personnel. Iraq has an obligation to protect them. Once secure, we need to be clear-eyed about reducing tensions and the path forward.
The storming of our embassy in Baghdad by protestors and Iran-backed militias is deeply disturbing.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) December 31, 2019
The first priority is the safety of our personnel. Iraq has an obligation to protect them.
Once secure, we need to be clear-eyed about reducing tensions and the path forward. https://t.co/xKfNwdl0CQ
Trump has arrived at the Trump International Golf Club in Florida for a 12th consecutive day.
Trump has arrived at the Trump International Golf Club in Florida for a 12th consecutive day.— Daniel Dale (@ddale8) December 31, 2019
This is no surprise. Judges decide only actual cases, and Kupperman case became moot when subpoena was withdrawn. House is strategically putting all of its eggs in the McGahn basket rather than conducting scattershot litigation on many fronts. DC Cir hears McGahn appeal on Jan 3.
This is no surprise. Judges decide only actual cases, and Kupperman case became moot when subpoena was withdrawn. House is strategically putting all of its eggs in the McGahn basket rather than conducting scattershot litigation on many fronts. DC Cir hears McGahn appeal on Jan 3. https://t.co/41gieg6GFh— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) December 31, 2019
Trump's Plan to Criminalize Homelessness Is Taking Shape
Trump's Plan to Criminalize Homelessness Is Taking Shape https://t.co/1GJJNDECIn— Elaine Broskie MD--hand marked paper ballots (@ebroskie1234) December 31, 2019
Perhaps, if you and just a few Republicans step forward, others might follow suit. As with the ACA, Americans look to the shrinking group of conscientious Rs to put country above party
Perhaps, if you and just a few Republicans step forward, others might follow suit. As with the ACA, Americans look to the shrinking group of conscientious Rs to put country above party https://t.co/QvM1Ap25Cr— Jennifer Rubin (@JRubinBlogger) December 31, 2019
So the thing is, someone (several people) in the intelligence community told the Trump admin exactly what would happen if they carried out strikes against KH, they were told this would happen, and they didn’t care
So the thing is, someone (several people) in the intelligence community told the Trump admin exactly what would happen if they carried out strikes against KH, they were told this would happen, and they didn’t care https://t.co/cl1m2c1Sy0— Mike “Hollywood Colt” Lynch (@M_Lynx_3000) December 31, 2019
“America lost a quarter of its journalists from 2008 to 2018, the vast majority of them covering local issues” This is good news for all the wrong people. Please find a local site/newspaper or two wherever you are, and subscribe/support.
“America lost a quarter of its journalists from 2008 to 2018, the vast majority of them covering local issues”— The Tennessee Holler (@TheTNHoller) December 31, 2019
This is good news for all the wrong people. Please find a local site/newspaper or two wherever you are, and subscribe/support. https://t.co/Tv9InPFW8q
“Barr is the cheerleader Trump needs, but not the attorney general we deserve.” I would say Barr isn’t just a cheerleader, he is a fixer politicizing the DOJ & one pushing a right wing Catholic agenda that doesn’t accept separation of Church & State
“Barr is the cheerleader Trump needs, but not the attorney general we deserve.”— Sol (@forwardarc) December 31, 2019
I would say Barr isn’t just a cheerleader, he is a fixer politicizing the DOJ & one pushing a right wing Catholic agenda that doesn’t accept separation of Church & Statehttps://t.co/KP6QTC7aDP
‘These new revelations are a game changer,’ Schumer said, calling for witnesses to appear at the Senate impeachment trial.
‘These new revelations are a game changer,’ Schumer said, calling for witnesses to appear at the Senate impeachment trial. https://t.co/Fo4LopxXo2 via @NYTimes— Trip Gabriel (@tripgabriel) December 31, 2019
I made a bet with a friend that even though the entire staff of the US embassy in Baghdad was evacuated this morning, the compound breached and run over by Hezbollah, potus would start his morning tweeting about his impeachment. I won.
I made a bet with a friend that even though the entire staff of the US embassy in Baghdad was evacuated this morning, the compound breached and run over by Hezbollah, potus would start his morning tweeting about his impeachment. I won. https://t.co/F2T2YqjJ6C— toomas hendrik ilves (@IlvesToomas) December 31, 2019
'Shattered': Inside the secret battle to save America's undercover spies in the digital age
'Shattered': Inside the secret battle to save America's undercover spies in the digital age https://t.co/yjeMYWojvl prostřednictvím @Yahoo— Jakub Janda (@_JakubJanda) December 31, 2019
Haunting #AustralianFires images. This is the present and future climate change denial is leaving our children. Shameful.
Haunting #AustralianFires images. This is the present and future climate change denial is leaving our children.— The Tennessee Holler (@TheTNHoller) December 31, 2019
Shameful. pic.twitter.com/CUSDkUAKOM
Trump uncorks gibberish impeachment rant as crowds storm US embassy in Baghdad
Trump uncorks gibberish impeachment rant as crowds storm US embassy in Baghdadhttps://t.co/NxdSGe8i1l— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 31, 2019
Dollar eases, on track for smallest return in 6 years as risk appetite revives
Dollar eases, on track for smallest return in 6 years as risk appetite revives https://t.co/0ffA1NWYOO pic.twitter.com/92ps05K2Jx— Reuters (@Reuters) December 31, 2019
Russia is waiting for Venezuela’s opposition leader to leave office before despatching economic advisers to help its ally Nicolas Maduro’s crisis-torn government
Russia is waiting for Venezuela’s opposition leader to leave office before despatching economic advisers to help its ally Nicolas Maduro’s crisis-torn government https://t.co/9WvMmwFWIe— Bloomberg (@business) December 31, 2019
THEYRE STORMING OUR EMBASSY IN IRAQ RIGHT NOW AND THIS IS WHAT YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT???
The Democrats will do anything to avoid a trial in the Senate in order to protect Sleepy Joe Biden, and expose the millions and millions of dollars that “Where’s” Hunter, & possibly Joe, were paid by companies and countries for doing NOTHING. Joe wants no part of this mess!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 31, 2019
The US Army has banned the use of the hugely popular short video app TikTok by its soldiers, calling it a security threat.
The US Army has banned the use of the hugely popular short video app TikTok by its soldiers, calling it a security threat. https://t.co/9fXfIY6770— CNN (@CNN) December 31, 2019
In the past decade, at least 554 journalists have been killed worldwide
In the past decade, at least 554 journalists have been killed worldwide https://t.co/i9zwcVzE5Q— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 31, 2019
Not looking good for Alex Jones & Infowars: Judge orders he pay legal fees for Sandy Hook victims, & the defamation lawsuit hasn’t even begun. He’s being sued for spreading conspiracy theories that the 2012 school shooting in Connecticut was a hoax
Not looking good for Alex Jones & Infowars: Judge orders he pay legal fees for Sandy Hook victims, & the defamation lawsuit hasn’t even begun.— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) December 31, 2019
He’s being sued for spreading conspiracy theories that the 2012 school shooting in Connecticut was a hoax.https://t.co/OkAP1Sq38p
The bushfires in Australia are now so big that they are generating their own weather, in the form of giant thunderstorms that start more fires, according to the Bureau of Meteorology in Victoria.
The bushfires in Australia are now so big that they are generating their own weather, in the form of giant thunderstorms that start more fires, according to the Bureau of Meteorology in Victoria. https://t.co/9WBynWygL7#climate #auspol— Financial Review (@FinancialReview) December 31, 2019
“Our world has entered an unsteady state, one where the things previous generations took for granted—a frozen Arctic, less violent weather—are no more.”
“Our world has entered an unsteady state, one where the things previous generations took for granted—a frozen Arctic, less violent weather—are no more.”https://t.co/Ml7wTXp3qm— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) December 31, 2019
The efforts of @senatemajldr to fix this impeachment trial for the defense are so brazen as to nullify the impeachment clause of the constitution if permitted. Richard Painter: Trump Impeachment Coordination 'Brazen'
The efforts of @senatemajldr to fix this impeachment trial for the defense are so brazen as to nullify the impeachment clause of the constitution if permitted.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) December 31, 2019
Richard Painter: Trump Impeachment Coordination 'Brazen' https://t.co/CEbDcwWZK9
Ex-pal: Ghislaine Maxwell is scoffing at legal threats because she has “serious dirt” on powerful people
Ex-pal: Ghislaine Maxwell is scoffing at legal threats because she has “serious dirt” on powerful people https://t.co/Trf6T0JtH4— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 31, 2019
The crew from Fire and Rescue NSW Station 509 Wyoming recorded this video showing the moment their truck was overrun by the bushfire burning South of Nowra. The crew was forced to shelter in their truck as the fire front passed through.
The crew from Fire and Rescue NSW Station 509 Wyoming recorded this video showing the moment their truck was overrun by the bushfire burning South of Nowra. The crew was forced to shelter in their truck as the fire front passed through. #NSWFires #ProtectTheIrreplaceable pic.twitter.com/Hb0yVrefi9— Fire and Rescue NSW (@FRNSW) December 31, 2019
“Some have been forced to camp on wharves or have been evacuated by boat after multiple fires surrounded the town of Mallacoota, cutting off road access”
“Some have been forced to camp on wharves or have been evacuated by boat after multiple fires surrounded the town of Mallacoota, cutting off road access”https://t.co/Lddf7rUvor— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) December 31, 2019
What happens when one co-equal branch of government is delegitimized by another, asks @glennkirschner2. Given Trump’s recent actions, it feels like we are indeed in the midst of a slow-moving, intra-governmental takeove
What happens when one co-equal branch of government is delegitimized by another, asks @glennkirschner2.— NBC News THINK (@NBCNewsTHINK) December 30, 2019
Given Trump’s recent actions, it feels like we are indeed in the midst of a slow-moving, intra-governmental takeover:https://t.co/wmcpz2H4K7
Around 4000 people currently sheltering at the beach in #Mallacoota. Reports they’ve been told to jump into the water if the Cfa sounds their sirens.
Around 4000 people currently sheltering at the beach in #Mallacoota. Reports they’ve been told to jump into the water if the Cfa sounds their sirens. #AustralianFires #vicfires #gippsland https://t.co/wbp2KyoLlP— Christie Cooper (@ChristieCooper7) December 30, 2019
Just Rudy Giuliani and Pete Sessions meeting with two Venezuelans indicted for money laundering, nothing to see here...
Just Rudy Giuliani and Pete Sessions meeting with two Venezuelans indicted for money laundering, nothing to see here... https://t.co/OSVgkCWFRV— WaterBluSky (@MsMariaT) December 30, 2019
Note: #PresidentSanders started trending at 3AM. Americans aren’t up making trends at 3am. That’s #Russian bots Never forget the #MuellerReport stated Putin helped #BernieSanders campaign in 16 I don’t want candidates picked by Putin.
Note: #PresidentSanders started trending at 3AM.— Stephen Moran (@smoran26) December 30, 2019
Americans aren’t up making trends at 3am. That’s #Russian bots
Never forget the #MuellerReport stated Putin helped #BernieSanders campaign in 16
I don’t want candidates picked by Putin. #NeverBernie pic.twitter.com/xiWt3jGZY5
New filing in Charles Kupperman v. House: Memorandum & Opinion
New filing in Charles Kupperman v. House: Memorandum & Opinionhttps://t.co/WAKBbnKTfp pic.twitter.com/EMSzZnV1gC— Big Cases Bot (@big_cases) December 30, 2019
Is there any reason to believe anything this White House says particularly about Trump-Putin relations?
Is there any reason to believe anything this White House says particularly about Trump-Putin relations? https://t.co/79INEk1d9A— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) December 30, 2019
.@BarbMcQuade: "When you keep things quiet and you're trying to hide the reason that you're doing things, it does suggest it's because you know that if the truth got out it would be either illegal, unethical, or politically damaging in some way."
.@BarbMcQuade: "When you keep things quiet and you're trying to hide the reason that you're doing things, it does suggest it's because you know that if the truth got out it would be either illegal, unethical, or politically damaging in some way."https://t.co/7xxrJIcPDy— MSNBC (@MSNBC) December 31, 2019
Footage from Betka Road, facing towards Betka Beach, south of the Mallacoota CBD, taken by a resident. Posting with permission.
Footage from Betka Road, facing towards Betka Beach, south of the Mallacoota CBD, taken by a resident. Posting with permission. #vicfires pic.twitter.com/laSN0aGQ26— Luke Henriques-Gomes (@lukehgomes) December 31, 2019
This is unacceptable: "Relative to entirely white neighborhoods, residents of entirely black neighborhoods waited 29 percent longer to vote and were 74 percent more likely to spend more than 30 minutes at their polling place." Someone needs to sue
This is unacceptable: "Relative to entirely white neighborhoods, residents of entirely black neighborhoods waited 29 percent longer to vote and were 74 percent more likely to spend more than 30 minutes at their polling place."— Marc E. Elias (@marceelias) December 30, 2019
Someone needs to sue. 🤔https://t.co/44Yr2fmqHd
Taiwan adopts sweeping legislation to counter Chinese interference
Taiwan adopts sweeping legislation to counter Chinese interference https://t.co/iYuXstfw8o— Financial Times (@FT) December 31, 2019
The President is now making up allegations of bribery against the Democratic primary front-runner. There is no evidence to support any of the claims he is making.
The President is now making up allegations of bribery against the Democratic primary front-runner.— Andrew Feinberg (@AndrewFeinberg) December 31, 2019
There is no evidence to support any of the claims he is making. https://t.co/zRbQjBTjag
U.S. embassy in Baghdad stormed and set on fire by Iraqi militia supporters
U.S. embassy in Baghdad stormed and set on fire by Iraqi militia supporters https://t.co/0CGKF8PSzW— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 31, 2019
Trump has spent at least 251 days at a Trump golf club and 332 days at a Trump property as President.
Trump has spent at least 251 days at a Trump golf club and 332 days at a Trump property as President. https://t.co/ANGZbmDItw— Jim Sciutto (@jimsciutto) December 31, 2019
AT&T touted worker bonuses after $3 billion Trump tax cut — now it’s outsourcing thousands of jobs
AT&T touted worker bonuses after $3 billion Trump tax cut — now it’s outsourcing thousands of jobshttps://t.co/GhuBdZT2UM— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 31, 2019
The suspect in New York Hanukkah stabbings referenced 'Nazi Culture' in his journal, authorities said
The suspect in New York Hanukkah stabbings referenced 'Nazi Culture' in his journal, authorities said https://t.co/7SVSC0SzGK pic.twitter.com/h0i4n6szhi— CNN (@CNN) December 31, 2019
Embassy staff and the U.S. ambassador to Iraq have reportedly been evacuated amid protests outside the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad against recent U.S. air strikes that killed at least 25 members of an Iran-backed militant group.
Embassy staff and the U.S. ambassador to Iraq have reportedly been evacuated amid protests outside the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad against recent U.S. air strikes that killed at least 25 members of an Iran-backed militant group. https://t.co/iv3XURExMM pic.twitter.com/gFrIQYn1Vv— Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (@RFERL) December 31, 2019
Kim Jong Un has been threatening to take a "new path" in nuclear talks if Trump doesn't sweeten the deal. Now, the world might learn where that road leads
Kim Jong Un has been threatening to take a "new path" in nuclear talks if Trump doesn't sweeten the deal. Now, the world might learn where that road leads https://t.co/K9wBeGPsGE— Bloomberg (@business) December 30, 2019
As if the Trump-Ukraine scandal and impeachment weren’t enough to repulse the nation: Trump paid $2 million in a legal settlement after admitting to cheating, misusing charity funds. Court-mandated “training” to reform Trump’s thieving adult children.
As if the Trump-Ukraine scandal and impeachment weren’t enough to repulse the nation:— Stephanie Kennedy (@WordswithSteph) December 31, 2019
Trump paid $2 million in a legal settlement after admitting to cheating, misusing charity funds. Court-mandated “training” to reform Trump’s thieving adult children. https://t.co/v9hTWGpb91
"The dangerous escalation in Iraq occurs in the context of the Trump administration's reckless and needless 'maximum pressure' campaign that threatens to make Iraq an all-out battlefield between the U.S. and Iran."
"The dangerous escalation in Iraq occurs in the context of the Trump administration's reckless and needless 'maximum pressure' campaign that threatens to make Iraq an all-out battlefield between the U.S. and Iran." https://t.co/Gn1w4u4nSF— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) December 30, 2019
Nothing more momentous happened in 2019 than Hong Kong’s heroic insurrection
Nothing more momentous happened in 2019 than Hong Kong’s heroic insurrection, writes @GeorgeWill https://t.co/KodxfY7ipf— Washington Post Opinions (@PostOpinions) December 30, 2019
BREAKING: Judge dismisses the lawsuit regarding Ukraine testimony from Bolton deputy Charles Kupperman, declares case moot.
BREAKING: Judge dismisses the lawsuit regarding Ukraine testimony from Bolton deputy Charles Kupperman, declares case moot. pic.twitter.com/RMBNtGaI70— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) December 30, 2019
The Trump Foundation gave $25,000 towards Pam Bondi’s reelection. Bondi didn’t investigate Trump University. No, Bondi holds a White House position and is justifying Senators who plan to work hand in hand with the White House through the impeachment trial.
The Trump Foundation gave $25,000 towards Pam Bondi’s reelection. Bondi didn’t investigate Trump University. No, Bondi holds a White House position and is justifying Senators who plan to work hand in hand with the White House through the impeachment trial. https://t.co/o69DGJqW58— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) December 30, 2019
‘My biggest regret is that I did not report him, then. If I had, we would not be here today.’ @MollyJongFast talks to Army Col. Kathryn Spletstoser, who alleges Air Force Gen. John Hyten sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions.
‘My biggest regret is that I did not report him, then. If I had, we would not be here today.’ @MollyJongFast talks to Army Col. Kathryn Spletstoser, who alleges Air Force Gen. John Hyten sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions. https://t.co/cKNd0kcJgL— Tim Teeman (@TimTeeman) December 31, 2019
"At least 4,000 flee to lake and ocean from town in Victoria that had not been given evacuation warning".
"At least 4,000 flee to lake and ocean from town in Victoria that had not been given evacuation warning". #AustraliaFires https://t.co/Ch9xmPp6zj— Greta Thunberg (@GretaThunberg) December 31, 2019
Iraqi Shiite militia supporters break down the US embassy gate and storm inside the compound as gunshots and sirens ring out
Iraqi Shiite militia supporters break down the US embassy gate and storm inside the compound as gunshots and sirens ring out https://t.co/2WZSNxpUTz pic.twitter.com/EAIk1l0gZ5— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) December 31, 2019
OMB didn't have the guts to rely on this argument in real time. As @neal_katyal & I have explained, OMB told DOD to hide from Congress the hold on Ukraine aid. If OMB believed its own theory, it would've told DOD, then Congress
2nd, OMB didn't have the guts to rely on this argument after the fact. Months later, when OMB issue a post hoc justification for the hold on Ukraine aid, this argument is nowhere to be found. OMB instead relied on a different (also unavailing) argument. /3 https://t.co/SVteJQYeQX— Joshua A. Geltzer (@jgeltzer) December 30, 2019
What this all adds up to is a legal argument that doesn't just look absurd now that @EricLiptonNYT @maggieNYT & @MarkMazzettiNYT have uncovered it.— Joshua A. Geltzer (@jgeltzer) December 30, 2019
It's a legal argument that was absurd for OMB to be pushing at the time--and OMB itself knew it then, just as it knows it now. /END
NEW: Lev Parnas is looking to share more material with congressional investigators, according to a letter his lawyer has sent to a federal judge. The letter indicates that the House Intelligence Committee is gathering additional evidence about Trump World
NEW: Lev Parnas is looking to share more material with congressional investigators, according to a letter his lawyer has sent to a federal judge. The letter indicates that the House Intelligence Committee is gathering additional evidence about Trump World https://t.co/a9Feji4e18— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 30, 2019
Angela Merkel Issues Stark Warning on ‘Real, Alarming’ Climate Change
“It is our children and grandchildren who will have to live with the consequences of what we do, or fail to do, today,” German Chancellor Angela Merkel said in her New Year's address https://t.co/SuU6m19BiV— Bloomberg (@business) December 30, 2019
A Texas judge has ordered Alex Jones and his InfoWars hoax website to pay more than $100,000 in court costs and legal fees, marking the latest court victory for a Sandy Hook family suing Jones for his promotion of conspiracy theories about the shooting
A Texas judge has ordered Alex Jones and his InfoWars hoax website to pay more than $100,000 in court costs and legal fees, marking the latest court victory for a Sandy Hook family suing Jones for his promotion of conspiracy theories about the shooting https://t.co/ZyQjFdjMOS— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 31, 2019
West Virginia correctional cadets who gave Nazi salute in photo will all be fired
West Virginia correctional cadets who gave Nazi salute in photo will all be fired https://t.co/j9YdxVGDle— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) December 31, 2019
A significant number of Bernie's supporters will prefer Trump's re-election to any other Dem nominee. The Kremlin will no doubt amplify their attempts to bring about a Cultural Revolution, just as they did in 2016.
A significant number of Bernie's supporters will prefer Trump's re-election to any other Dem nominee. The Kremlin will no doubt amplify their attempts to bring about a Cultural Revolution, just as they did in 2016. https://t.co/6usdiIER7x— Jay McKenzie (@JamesFourM) December 31, 2019
Devin Nunes’ campaign drops lawsuit against constituents who claimed he was a fake farmer
Nancy Boy Nunes drops lawsuit against constituents who claimed he was a fake farmer https://t.co/0jjGvJWFDc— Bong Hits for Truth & Justice (@jerweber) December 30, 2019
"We now have a much clearer glimpse into the murky depths of just how much more these [Trump admin] officials know about the [Ukraine] scheme — and just how much McConnell and Trump are determined to make sure we don’t ever learn."
"We now have a much clearer glimpse into the murky depths of just how much more these [Trump admin] officials know about the [Ukraine] scheme — and just how much McConnell and Trump are determined to make sure we don’t ever learn." https://t.co/lw0ouYgQvI— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 30, 2019
James Comey: This is what it is like to be attacked by the president
This is very good from @Comey. https://t.co/5vZ01XYSeO— Benjamin Wittes (@benjaminwittes) December 30, 2019
New w/ @swin24. Here’s the story of how the WH and State Dept went on a wild goose chase to see who at the embassy in Brussels liked a Chelsea Clinton tweet during a Trump-Clinton spat. They interviewed 10 staffers.
New w/ @swin24. Here’s the story of how the WH and State Dept went on a wild goose chase to see who at the embassy in Brussels liked a Chelsea Clinton tweet during a Trump-Clinton spat. They interviewed 10 staffers. https://t.co/aNxAW2ZC1Z— Erin Banco (@ErinBanco) December 31, 2019
Explosive new revelations just weakened Trump’s impeachment defenses
"McConnell badly needs the media’s both-sidesing instincts to hold firm against the brute facts of the situation..." https://t.co/MO0GFto8dF An important point from @ThePlumLineGS. Both-sidesing is a deeply political act, and this analysis shows exactly why.— Jay Rosen (@jayrosen_nyu) December 30, 2019
JUST POSTED: Senate Dems escalate push for testimony by top White House officials, in aftermath of NYT report on role top White House aides played along with Trump in blocking military aid to Ukraine.
JUST POSTED: Senate Dems escalate push for testimony by top White House officials, in aftermath of NYT report on role top White House aides played along with Trump in blocking military aid to Ukraine. with @maggieNYT https://t.co/rmpAO2bOBP— Eric Lipton (@EricLiptonNYT) December 31, 2019
You know folks I am tired of hearing about “Republicans this” and “Democrats that.” This is about loyalty to the country and our oaths. Read my take on it here. Every trial is a pursuit of truth. Will my colleagues in the Senate uphold that?
You know folks I am tired of hearing about “Republicans this” and “Democrats that.” This is about loyalty to the country and our oaths. Read my take on it here.— Doug Jones (@DougJones) December 31, 2019
Every trial is a pursuit of truth. Will my colleagues in the Senate uphold that? https://t.co/dA7eKLYxkJ
US State Dept Secretary Pompeo is on Putin’s State TV: “I was the CIA director. We lied, we cheated, we stole”. How patriotic!
.@SecPompeo You’re a traitor. https://t.co/cQp5Rd4t5s— Andrew C Laufer, Esq (@lauferlaw) December 31, 2019
Trey Gowdy spent the weekend golfing with Trump and this is the impeachment defense he came back with
Trey Gowdy spent the weekend golfing with Trump and this is the impeachment defense he came back with pic.twitter.com/P7chzKT8kI— Acyn Torabi (@Acyn) December 31, 2019
Incredible - and frightening - photos are emerging from Mallacoota, a small town in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, where about 4000 people are sheltering near water, protected by CFA tankers.
Incredible - and frightening - photos are emerging from Mallacoota, a small town in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, where about 4000 people are sheltering near water, protected by CFA tankers. Visit @theage's live blog for updates: https://t.co/VAPFn2Yc20 #vicfires pic.twitter.com/BV8JZqmvBU— The Sydney Morning Herald (@smh) December 31, 2019
“If Republicans bear the brunt of media pressure to explain why they don’t want to hear from witnesses, that risks highlighting their true rationale: They adamantly fear new revelations precisely because they know Trump is guilty...”
“If Republicans bear the brunt of media pressure to explain why they don’t want to hear from witnesses, that risks highlighting their true rationale: They adamantly fear new revelations precisely because they know Trump is guilty...” https://t.co/HXUuuwZfBR— Bill Kristol (@BillKristol) December 30, 2019
Glad the prisoner swap between Russia & Ukraine happened. It's good news. But ask yourself: why would Russia want to receive Ukrainian policemen who shot and killed Ukrainian protesters in 2014 unless those policemen were on the Kremlin's team?
Glad the prisoner swap between Russia & Ukraine happened. It's good news. But ask yourself: why would Russia want to receive Ukrainian policemen who shot and killed Ukrainian protesters in 2014 unless those policemen were on the Kremlin's team? https://t.co/fqgKy5OEgj— Michael Carpenter (@mikercarpenter) December 31, 2019
The "Venezuelan gold for Russian mercs trained in Africa by Erik Prince" story is breaking....
🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨— SFC (Ret.) Jason E. Dunlap, USIC Professional (@Red_eyedjedi) December 31, 2019
The "Venezuelan gold for Russian mercs trained in Africa by Erik Prince" story is breaking....
Thread..#JsocPolyglot https://t.co/5ilM6jHDGE
Indicted Rudy Giuliani associate Lev Parnas' attorney is asking a federal judge for permission to share some information seized from Parnas when he was arrested, including the contents of one of his iPhones, with House impeachment investigators
Indicted Rudy Giuliani associate Lev Parnas' attorney is asking a federal judge for permission to share some information seized from Parnas when he was arrested, including the contents of one of his iPhones, with House impeachment investigators https://t.co/Di7eFO59Ef— CNN (@CNN) December 31, 2019
Still think it’s a game ? It is not ! West Virginia corrections staff, cadets fired over photo of Nazi salute
Still think it’s a game ? It is not ! 🖕🖕— Marc-André🇨🇦 (@BagdMilkSoWhat) December 31, 2019
West Virginia corrections staff, cadets fired over photo of Nazi salute https://t.co/ZNeQBcZLfn
So far, neither Senator McConnell nor any Republican Senator has articulated a single good reason why the trial shouldn’t have the witnesses or the documents we requested. The American people deserve to know the truth
So far, neither Senator McConnell nor any Republican Senator has articulated a single good reason why the trial shouldn’t have the witnesses or the documents we requested.— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) December 31, 2019
The American people deserve to know the truth.https://t.co/ECz175wUpL
There’s something Orwellian about the president turning the latest mass shooting into a gun commercial
There’s something Orwellian about the president turning the latest mass shooting into a gun commercial https://t.co/WQBxW3x30W— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) December 31, 2019
.@RepRaskin doesn’t mince words. McConnell & Graham are disgracing the Senate and posing a dilemma for the Chief Justice: How can he in good faith administer the oath to “do impartial justice” to Senators who have said they will be anything but impartial?
.@RepRaskin doesn’t mince words. McConnell & Graham are disgracing the Senate and posing a dilemma for the Chief Justice: How can he in good faith administer the oath to “do impartial justice” to Senators who have said they will be anything but impartial?https://t.co/p1WTlUUIWK— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) December 31, 2019
Breaking: (AP) Hundreds of Iraqi mourners from a funeral are reportedly trying to storm the US Embassy in Baghdad following deadly airstrikes that killed 25 fighters from an Iranian-backed militia in Iraq. AP journalists saw the crowd outside the embassy shouting "Down with USA"
Breaking: (AP) Hundreds of Iraqi mourners from a funeral are reportedly trying to storm the US Embassy in Baghdad following deadly airstrikes that killed 25 fighters from an Iranian-backed militia in Iraq. AP journalists saw the crowd outside the embassy shouting "Down with USA"— Julia Macfarlane (@juliamacfarlane) December 31, 2019
Barr traveled to Italy in pursuit of info that could help him discredit the Mueller investigation, on the taxpayer’s dime. The public deserves to know just how much money Barr has spent on an investigation that he should have already recused himself from.
Barr traveled to Italy in pursuit of info that could help him discredit the Mueller investigation, on the taxpayer’s dime. The public deserves to know just how much money Barr has spent on an investigation that he should have already recused himself from. https://t.co/N1Hel7yhcl— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) December 30, 2019
It sure looks like Mick Mulvaney is preparing to throw Donald Trump under the bus
It sure looks like Mick Mulvaney is preparing to throw Donald Trump under the bus https://t.co/0Vn4Bl4T4u— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 31, 2019
Hmm. Fed pumped $400 BILLION into stocks during the last 3 months through a "sneaky" quantitative easing. Fed planned to pump up to another $500 Billion into market by buying back treasuries from banks. But banks don't want more overpriced stocks. Hmm. Will stocks fall?
Hmm. Fed pumped $400 BILLION into stocks during the last 3 months through a "sneaky" quantitative easing. Fed planned to pump up to another $500 Billion into market by buying back treasuries from banks. But banks don't want more overpriced stocks. Hmm. Will stocks fall?— Thomas Kaine (@thomaskaine5) December 31, 2019
Molly’s June editorial is even better than I remembered it as being. A devastating exposure of the incoherence of the GOP’s ideas about abortion.
Molly’s June editorial is even better than I remembered it as being. A devastating exposure of the incoherence of the GOP’s ideas about abortion. https://t.co/UzLHNhwA5A— Matthew Greenfield (@mattgreenfield) December 31, 2019
In the weeks leading up to the impeachment trial, senators are actively avoiding Giuliani—partly because they fear he might try to pass off Russian conspiracy theories as fact. "I wouldn't trust Rudy to represent me in a parking dispute so I'd say avoid."
In the weeks leading up to the impeachment trial, senators are actively avoiding Giuliani—partly because they fear he might try to pass off Russian conspiracy theories as fact.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) December 30, 2019
"I wouldn't trust Rudy to represent me in a parking dispute so I'd say avoid."https://t.co/kIn0D84msK
If Bernie Sanders could‘ve defeated tRUmp in 2016, then why did Russian information warfare operations support his campaign and amplify his supporters? Can’t blame HRC, because they’re doing the same thing right now for 2020 and she isn’t running.
If Bernie Sanders could‘ve defeated tRUmp in 2016, then why did Russian information warfare operations support his campaign and amplify his supporters?— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 31, 2019
Can’t blame HRC, because they’re doing the same thing right now for 2020 and she isn’t running.
“Matteo Salvini, the leader of the far-right League party and former Italian interior minister, is planning his comeback and wants to form an alliance w/ Trump, Boris Johnson and the leaders of Israel and Brazil.”
“Matteo Salvini, the leader of the far-right League party and former Italian interior minister, is planning his comeback and wants to form an alliance w/ Trump, Boris Johnson and the leaders of Israel and Brazil.” https://t.co/FD3tFJwo4q— blmohr (@blmohr) December 31, 2019
We’re breathing microplastic, eating it and drinking plastic-infused water every day. @ReutersGraphics illustrates what this amount of plastic actually looks like over various periods of time
We’re breathing microplastic, eating it and drinking plastic-infused water every day. @ReutersGraphics illustrates what this amount of plastic actually looks like over various periods of time https://t.co/qaEPEtapja by @SimonScarr pic.twitter.com/SL1Uz85cb8— Reuters World (@ReutersWorld) December 31, 2019
My Latest-> Only a weak man speaks endlessly of his strength and only an ignorant man brags incessantly of his wisdom. How voters respond in the new year to the threat posed by this unstable man may determine the arc of our future for a generation to come.
My Latest-> Only a weak man speaks endlessly of his strength and only an ignorant man brags incessantly of his wisdom. How voters respond in the new year to the threat posed by this unstable man may determine the arc of our future for a generation to come. https://t.co/dGu0hHMtz0— Joe Scarborough (@JoeNBC) December 31, 2019
Strong statement by Polish Prime Minister Morawiecki condemning Putin's shameful rehabilitation of Stalin as well as his outrageous lies and propaganda.
Strong statement by Polish Prime Minister Morawiecki condemning Putin's shameful rehabilitation of Stalin as well as his outrageous lies and propaganda. https://t.co/lz4gmZ8JpL— Michael Carpenter (@mikercarpenter) December 30, 2019
Elaine Chao’s conflicts of interest include failing to divest from a company that relies on DOT funding, questions surrounding her family’s business, and steering government grants to Kentucky. Has the government conducted any oversight of these issues?
Elaine Chao’s conflicts of interest include failing to divest from a company that relies on DOT funding, questions surrounding her family’s business, and steering government grants to Kentucky. Has the government conducted any oversight of these issues? https://t.co/qleFvlHPaf— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) December 31, 2019
The efforts of @senatemajldr to fix this impeachment trial for the defense are so brazen as to nullify the impeachment clause of the constitution if permitted. Richard Painter: Trump Impeachment Coordination 'Brazen'
The efforts of @senatemajldr to fix this impeachment trial for the defense are so brazen as to nullify the impeachment clause of the constitution if permitted.— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) December 31, 2019
Richard Painter: Trump Impeachment Coordination 'Brazen' https://t.co/CEbDcwWZK9
UPDATE: U.S. ambassador and embassy have been evacuated
UPDATE: U.S. ambassador and embassy have been evacuated https://t.co/CxSt50lNgB— Haaretz.com (@haaretzcom) December 31, 2019
#UPDATE: Massive funerals begin in Baghdad for Iraqi Hezbollah members killed in US airstrikes two days ago
#UPDATE: Massive funerals begin in Baghdad for Iraqi Hezbollah members killed in US airstrikes two days ago https://t.co/hPn3HAhA1s— ELINT News (@ELINTNews) December 31, 2019
IRAQ: Scene outside the US embassy in Baghdad as more protesters arrive in the wake of US retaliation airstrikes against Katai'b Hezbollah positions.
IRAQ: Scene outside the US embassy in Baghdad as more protesters arrive in the wake of US retaliation airstrikes against Katai'b Hezbollah positions. - @KARRARISMAILM pic.twitter.com/kKmIevmQ89— Conflict News (@Conflicts) December 31, 2019
#UPDATE: Commander of the Israeli Air Force, General Norkin: The United States Air Force attack two days ago in Iraq is a potential turning point
#UPDATE: Commander of the Israeli Air Force, General Norkin: The United States Air Force attack two days ago in Iraq is a potential turning point https://t.co/HaPxTInSUk— ELINT News (@ELINTNews) December 31, 2019
Monday, December 30, 2019
“It feels like a strange and slightly sad old guy yelling at you to get off his lawn, echoed by younger but no less sad people in red hats shouting, ‘Yeah, get off his lawn!’”
“It feels like a strange and slightly sad old guy yelling at you to get off his lawn, echoed by younger but no less sad people in red hats shouting, ‘Yeah, get off his lawn!’” https://t.co/64MrPEN9S9— James Comey (@Comey) December 30, 2019
See below. Now that Judge Leon has dismissed the Kupperman/Bolton case, Judge Jackson's ruling is the definitive word. Bolton must testify
See below. Now that Judge Leon has dismissed the Kupperman/Bolton case, Judge Jackson's ruling is the definitive word. Bolton must testify. https://t.co/majJapeyAj— Neal Katyal (@neal_katyal) December 30, 2019
Trump won't stop attacking Democrats for homelessness in California and New York, but he's been completely silent about the issue in Florida, which has the third largest unsheltered population in the country. That's not a coincidence.
Trump won't stop attacking Democrats for homelessness in California and New York, but he's been completely silent about the issue in Florida, which has the third largest unsheltered population in the country. That's not a coincidence. https://t.co/YN3ydaMGrp— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) December 30, 2019
Erik Prince, founder of security firm Blackwater & brother of Betsy DeVos, has been referred to US Treasury Dept for possible sanctions violations tied to his recent trip to Venezuela to meet a top aide of Maduro per 2 senior US officials
Erik Prince, founder of security firm Blackwater & brother of Betsy DeVos, has been referred to US Treasury Dept for possible sanctions violations tied to his recent trip to Venezuela to meet a top aide of Maduro per 2 senior US officials by @APjoshgoodmanhttps://t.co/Ci8IF2WqZh— Wendy Siegelman (@WendySiegelman) December 30, 2019
Read me in @thedailybeast on why this veteran is suing the vice chair of the Joint chiefs.
Read me in @thedailybeast on why this veteran is suing the vice chair of the Joint chiefs. https://t.co/UonVmOUlRO— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) December 30, 2019
It’s clear from the examples of the intersection of authoritarianism and surveillance that we’ve seen around the world that a privacy bill of rights is absolutely necessary. Privacy needs to start being seen as a human right.
It’s clear from the examples of the intersection of authoritarianism and surveillance that we’ve seen around the world that a privacy bill of rights is absolutely necessary.— Ed Markey (@SenMarkey) December 30, 2019
Privacy needs to start being seen as a human right. https://t.co/GvfTQyWdEv
Trump promised to eliminate the deficit in 8 years. So far, he has increased it by 68%
Trump promised to eliminate the deficit in 8 years. So far, he has increased it by 68%. https://t.co/l4SBv4sIOY— The Great War & Modern Memory (@ps9714) December 30, 2019
Trump boss Ken Cuccinelli, the acting director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, twists Hanukkah attack to push anti-immigrant agenda: “Apparently, American values did not take hold among this entire family"
Trump boss Ken Cuccinelli, the acting director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, twists Hanukkah attack to push anti-immigrant agenda: “Apparently, American values did not take hold among this entire family" https://t.co/J9oH9BwKGE— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 30, 2019
The pastor of a Miami megachurch that will host President Donald Trump at a rally this week is guaranteeing that parishioners who entered the U.S. illegally won’t risk deportation by attending
The pastor of a Miami megachurch that will host President Donald Trump at a rally this week is guaranteeing that parishioners who entered the U.S. illegally won’t risk deportation by attending https://t.co/exZxbsRjy5— TIME (@TIME) December 30, 2019
"Trump's increasingly egregious abuses made 2019 one of the most corrupt years in US history. But we can hope for a measure of accountability in 2020,"
"Trump's increasingly egregious abuses made 2019 one of the most corrupt years in US history. But we can hope for a measure of accountability in 2020," writes Noah Bookbinder for @usatodayopinion. https://t.co/cA3VLcHXzu— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) December 30, 2019
Mark Meadows accused of timing retirement to help elect wife’s friend. Lynda Bennett's website was registered on Oct. 28 by Scott Meadows. Her Facebook page was created the day before he announced his retirement. The Tea Party endorsed her by 6:15 am.
Mark Meadows accused of timing retirement to help elect wife’s friend.— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) December 30, 2019
Lynda Bennett's website was registered on Oct. 28 by Scott Meadows.
Her Facebook page was created the day before he announced his retirement.
The Tea Party endorsed her by 6:15 am.
https://t.co/2NWr0Rxx9a
Trump and McConnell are bluffing. Call.
Trump and McConnell are bluffing. Call. https://t.co/jmwl0XAhMc— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) December 30, 2019
It’s been nearly 24 hours since Trump spoke to Putin and still no WH acknowledgement or readout of the call. Kremlin’s readout came immediately after, stating they discussed issues of “mutual interest”.
It’s been nearly 24 hours since Trump spoke to Putin and still no WH acknowledgement or readout of the call. Kremlin’s readout came immediately after, stating they discussed issues of “mutual interest”.— Jim Sciutto (@jimsciutto) December 30, 2019
- What issues?
- Who from US was on call?
- Why let Russia readout first?
"Our battle with America and its mercenaries is now open to all possibilities,"
"Our battle with America and its mercenaries is now open to all possibilities,"https://t.co/WKpOGRCkAm— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) December 30, 2019
I find Andrew Yang an interesting candidate - but wasn’t aware of Russia link noted by @JuneCasagrande - Bernie Sucher - a board director of Yang’s Venture for America, co-founded Russia’s Troika Dialog, headed a subsidiary of Alfa Bank and was a former colleague of Carter Page
I find Andrew Yang an interesting candidate - but wasn’t aware of Russia link noted by @JuneCasagrande - Bernie Sucher - a board director of Yang’s Venture for America, co-founded Russia’s Troika Dialog, headed a subsidiary of Alfa Bank and was a former colleague of Carter Page https://t.co/nrVlqBQH5e— Wendy Siegelman (@WendySiegelman) December 30, 2019
Outing and shaming whistleblowers harms national security by discouraging government officials from using official channels to report abuses. Alternatives are leaks or, perhaps even worse, silence.
Outing and shaming whistleblowers harms national security by discouraging government officials from using official channels to report abuses. Alternatives are leaks or, perhaps even worse, silence. https://t.co/9qQVlA3K4i— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) December 28, 2019
Opinion: Assad is growing stronger under Trump’s nonexistent Syria policy
Opinion: Assad is growing stronger under Trump’s nonexistent Syria policy https://t.co/cMRYVKchTG— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) December 30, 2019
The impeachment trial of Donald Trump will be crucial for a small group of incumbent senators whose 2020 re-election bids are central to determining control of the chamber
The impeachment trial of Donald Trump will be crucial for a small group of incumbent senators whose 2020 re-election bids are central to determining control of the chamber https://t.co/zybAwd1QKy— Bloomberg (@business) December 30, 2019
Mike Pompeo arrives in Ukraine this week, where he will have to navigate the divide between official and unofficial U.S. policy without upsetting Trump or providing more fodder to the president's critics
Mike Pompeo arrives in Ukraine this week, where he will have to navigate the divide between official and unofficial U.S. policy without upsetting Trump or providing more fodder to the president's critics https://t.co/nAijT9TeIq— Bloomberg (@business) December 30, 2019
Trump’s lawyers decided president could unilaterally take over Congress: report
Trump’s lawyers decided president could unilaterally take over Congress: reporthttps://t.co/fUkE69jdrM— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 30, 2019
‘Disgusting’: Internet blasts Trump for Americans learning of latest call with Putin from the Kremlin
‘Disgusting’: Internet blasts Trump for Americans learning of latest call with Putin from the Kremlinhttps://t.co/EgM0a25oYl— Raw Story (@RawStory) December 30, 2019
The family of the suspect in the Monsey Hanukkah attack said he has a long record of mental illness and “was raised in a home which embraced and respected all religions and races”
The family of the suspect in the Monsey Hanukkah attack said he has a long record of mental illness and “was raised in a home which embraced and respected all religions and races” https://t.co/QC9coDW5ER— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) December 30, 2019
The destruction of the liberal international order-- i.e. break up of NATO, EU, WTO, etc -- and weakening of democracies. He'd love to go back to the 19th century with Russia as a major power in a multipolar word in which values do not play a prominent role in int affairs.
The destruction of the liberal international order-- i.e. break up of NATO, EU, WTO, etc -- and weakening of democracies. He'd love to go back to the 19th century with Russia as a major power in a multipolar word in which values do not play a prominent role in int affairs. https://t.co/YO2N3AB5rg— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) December 30, 2019
Esper and Pompeo say they came to Mar-A-Lago to brief Trump on events in Middle East. Pentagon targeted five sites in Iraq and Syria in retaliation for attack by Iranian backed militia attack on Iraqi facility that endangered US troops, and additional options under consideration
Esper and Pompeo say they came to Mar-A-Lago to brief Trump on events in Middle East. Pentagon targeted five sites in Iraq and Syria in retaliation for attack by Iranian backed militia attack on Iraqi facility that endangered US troops, and additional options under consideration— Justin Sink (@justinsink) December 30, 2019
2000: Congress passes “Pain Relief Promotion Act” to enhance access to narcotic pain killers. 2000-2017: Congressional leaders take huge campaign donations from pharma companies while refusing to tackle the opioid epidemic. 2019: Congress blames DEA for opioid epidemic.
2000: Congress passes “Pain Relief Promotion Act” to enhance access to narcotic pain killers.— Counterchekist (@counterchekist) December 29, 2019
2000-2017: Congressional leaders take huge campaign donations from pharma companies while refusing to tackle the opioid epidemic.
2019: Congress blames DEA for opioid epidemic.
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This, alone: “There was no public announcement that Trump wanted the assistance withheld. Neither Congress nor the Ukrainian government was notified.” The insistence on just quietly hurting Ukraine in their war with Russia— who was the audience for it?
This, alone:— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) December 30, 2019
“There was no public announcement that Trump wanted the assistance withheld. Neither Congress nor the Ukrainian government was notified.”
The insistence on just quietly hurting Ukraine in their war with Russia— who was the audience for it? https://t.co/TNjwCu0gWw
“These men broke the customary code of silence maintained by the SEALs because they thought Chief Gallagher’s behavior violated something more sacred: the duty of the men and women who fight for the United States to fight for it honorably.”
“These men broke the customary code of silence maintained by the SEALs because they thought Chief Gallagher’s behavior violated something more sacred: the duty of the men and women who fight for the United States to fight for it honorably.” https://t.co/Pgfiv1Z3VR— Bill Kristol (@BillKristol) December 30, 2019
Republican Sen. James Lankford said on CBS that he doesn't believe Trump is "a very good role model" for youth, and that disagreements on rhetoric have been a "grand challenge" for him as a person of faith.
Republican Sen. James Lankford said on CBS that he doesn't believe Trump is "a very good role model" for youth, and that disagreements on rhetoric have been a "grand challenge" for him as a person of faith. https://t.co/xmqBERy1ON— Axios (@axios) December 29, 2019
The latest NYT article mentions Pompeo by name twice and offers no evidence he was against withholding aid. How are preparations for Mike Pompeo's Senate run going, @maggieNYT? Is Ron Lauder still on board?
The latest NYT article mentions Pompeo by name twice and offers no evidence he was against withholding aid.— Jay McKenzie (@JamesFourM) December 30, 2019
How are preparations for Mike Pompeo's Senate run going, @maggieNYT? Is Ron Lauder still on board? 🤷🏻♂️ https://t.co/fB5FM7TJnc
#BREAKING - Lebanese Hezbollah stating they strongly condemn the "brutal" #US military strikes in #Iraq and #Syria earlier today.
#BREAKING - Lebanese Hezbollah stating they strongly condemn the "brutal" #US military strikes in #Iraq and #Syria earlier today. https://t.co/HV9U8SOWTL— New Years Doge (BLT|14-2) (@IntelDoge) December 30, 2019
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