British military told reporters at the Pentagon that there isn’t evidence Iran is any more of a threat that it has been in the past. “We are aware of their presence and we monitor them but there has been no increased threat from Iranian forces in Iraq.” https://t.co/S8N0OY0qXr— scott immordino (@ScottImmordino) January 5, 2020
Saturday, January 4, 2020
The Trump Administration Is Thirsty for War, Intelligence Be Damned
Iran's leader clarifies that they're only interested in "death to Trump, John Bolton, and John Pompeo… we have no problem with the American people"
Iran's leader clarifies that they're only interested in "death to Trump, John Bolton, and John Pompeo… we have no problem with the American people"pic.twitter.com/aKfiVRgj3J— William LeGate ๐งข (@williamlegate) January 5, 2020
This is our US STATE DEPT ON THE KILLING OF SUILEMANI. “Jesus... do we have to explain why we do these things?”
This is our US STATE DEPT ON THE KILLING OF SUILEMANI. “Jesus... do we have to explain why we do these things?” https://t.co/UfvY9g6dco— Barry R McCaffrey (@mccaffreyr3) January 4, 2020
Armed QAnon believers plotted a kidnapping in Colorado, according to police. The pro-Trump conspiracy theory has already been linked to two murders.
Armed QAnon believers plotted a kidnapping in Colorado, according to police. The pro-Trump conspiracy theory has already been linked to two murders. https://t.co/JhDsQH6mLp— Will Sommer (@willsommer) January 4, 2020
This is SHEER MADNESS! Are there ANY Republicans in Congress who are willing to set aside their own political self-interest and do what is right? Our nation is counting on you!! HISTORY WILL RECORD YOUR COURAGE... OR YOUR COWARDICE.
This is SHEER MADNESS! Are there ANY Republicans in Congress who are willing to set aside their own political self-interest and do what is right? Our nation is counting on you!! HISTORY WILL RECORD YOUR COURAGE... OR YOUR COWARDICE. pic.twitter.com/E2OrHXKask— Jon Cooper ๐บ๐ธ (@joncoopertweets) January 5, 2020
An open letter to Trump’s old national security team
"Voters deserve to hear from you on whether Donald Trump is fit to be president," @DanDrezner writes https://t.co/BIgFwLkIPQ— Washington Post Opinions (@PostOpinions) January 5, 2020
ISIS targets cultural sites. The Taliban destroys cultural sites. The United States of America should not join this list. Please @DeptofDefense @StateDept, roll back this horrific statement by @realDonaldTrump & make clear that we will not target Iranian cultural sites.
ISIS targets cultural sites. The Taliban destroys cultural sites. The United States of America should not join this list. Please @DeptofDefense @StateDept, roll back this horrific statement by @realDonaldTrump & make clear that we will not target Iranian cultural sites.— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) January 5, 2020
Targeting civilians and cultural sites is what terrorists do. It's a war crime. Trump is stumbling into a war of choice. A war entirely of his making. A war that will get thousands of Americans killed. Congress must stop him.
Targeting civilians and cultural sites is what terrorists do. It's a war crime.— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) January 5, 2020
Trump is stumbling into a war of choice. A war entirely of his making. A war that will get thousands of Americans killed.
Congress must stop him. https://t.co/446VOGmeZW
White House Adviser Launches Project To Protect Trump From Witches And Demons
White House Adviser Launches Project To Protect Trump From Witches And Demons | Michael Stone https://t.co/60LCcVtW9F— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) January 4, 2020
The more the walls close in on this guy, the more irrational he becomes.
The more the walls close in on this guy, the more irrational he becomes. https://t.co/Nba7Color1— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) January 5, 2020
Anti-war protesters rallied across the United States and the world Saturday against potential conflict with Iran and the U.S. killing of top Iranian general Qasem Soleimani. Here's what unfolded, in photos
Anti-war protesters rallied across the United States and the world Saturday against potential conflict with Iran and the U.S. killing of top Iranian general Qasem Soleimani. Here's what unfolded, in photos https://t.co/hKAuP5gnIC— Axios (@axios) January 5, 2020
very interesting that Lockheed's stock went up 2.0 percent on Thursday, the day before the attack. Looks like a lot of people should go to jail.
very interesting that Lockheed's stock went up 2.0 percent on Thursday, the day before the attack. Looks like a lot of people should go to jail. https://t.co/VvlSl4XTpX— Dean Baker (@DeanBaker13) January 4, 2020
Q: “Do you have an exit strategy for Iran if war does break out?” Trump: “I don’t need exit strategies.”
Does he realize that his traditional exit strategies -- bankruptcy and divorce -- aren't really options here? https://t.co/qlBkOoK1vI— Kevin M. Kruse (@KevinMKruse) January 4, 2020
President Trump opted to kill Iran’s top general despite aides’ disputes about intelligence warning of new threats. Pentagon officials were stunned
President Trump opted to kill Iran’s top general despite aides’ disputes about intelligence warning of new threats. Pentagon officials were stunned. https://t.co/51SKe0AWT6— The New York Times (@nytimes) January 5, 2020
Unfit for command. It’s a serious issue now and real leaders need to step in for the good of the country And the safety of its citizens. And the world. Remove
Unfit for command. It’s a serious issue now and real leaders need to step in for the good of the country And the safety of its citizens. And the world. Remove @realDonaldTrumphttps://t.co/jSvpvX2e64 via @NYTimes— Anthony Scaramucci (@Scaramucci) January 5, 2020
"[I]ncessant Fox griping over 'deep state' suddenly went quiet, replaced by sober pleas that—when it comes to the info allegedly justifying Trump's ordered airstrike ... the U.S. intelligence community's findings should be heeded and taken seriously."
"[I]ncessant Fox griping over 'deep state' suddenly went quiet, replaced by sober pleas that—when it comes to the info allegedly justifying Trump's ordered airstrike ... the U.S. intelligence community's findings should be heeded and taken seriously." https://t.co/kpHH23QQ5o— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 4, 2020
Scathing Pelosi statement: “This classified War Powers Act notification delivered to Congress raises more questions .. (and) prompts serious and urgent questions about the timing, manner and justification of the Administration’s decision to engage in hostilities against Iran”
Pelosi added: “The Trump Administration’s provocative, escalatory and disproportionate military engagement continues to put servicemembers, diplomats and citizens of America and our allies in danger,” adding it was taken without the consultation of Congress— Manu Raju (@mkraju) January 5, 2020
“As Speaker of the House, I reiterate my call on the Administration for an immediate, comprehensive briefing of the full Congress on military engagement related to Iran and next steps under consideration,"
“As Speaker of the House, I reiterate my call on the Administration for an immediate, comprehensive briefing of the full Congress on military engagement related to Iran and next steps under consideration," @SpeakerPelosi https://t.co/o7aP8tyRHw— Christine Pelosi (@sfpelosi) January 5, 2020
I present you the most colossal dipshit in history
I present you the most colossal dipshit in history. pic.twitter.com/uPH950dXfz— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) January 4, 2020
Bush drug us into war with false intelligence. Trump drug us into war with no intelligence.
Bush drug us into war with false intelligence.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) January 4, 2020
Trump drug us into war with no intelligence.
What? Secretary Esper, are you providing President Trump with cultural sites as targets inside Iran? If true, so wrong. I thought the Trump administration was on the side of the Iranian people? This is not that
What? Secretary Esper, are you providing President Trump with cultural sites as targets inside Iran? If true, so wrong. I thought the Trump administration was on the side of the Iranian people? This is not that. https://t.co/CbjDcmAyyE— Michael McFaul (@McFaul) January 5, 2020
DHS ISSUES NEW TERROR THREAT BULLETIN, citing US air strike that killed/assassinated Qaseem Soleimani
DHS ISSUES NEW TERROR THREAT BULLETIN, citing US air strike that killed/assassinated Qaseem Soleimani pic.twitter.com/K4TBDNhrmq— Eric Lipton (@EricLiptonNYT) January 4, 2020
There is a large anti-war protest happening now in Times Square
There is a large anti-war protest happening now in Times Square.#NoWarWithIran pic.twitter.com/HKZV1alFCr— Minh Ngo (@minhtngo) January 4, 2020
As additional documents are revealed, and new information about Trump’s abuse of power comes to light, we learn more and more about the extent of his cover-up. Senators must ensure they see these and other documents related to the President’s scheme. A fair trial requires it. — Adam Schiff
As additional documents are revealed, and new information about Trump’s abuse of power comes to light, we learn more and more about the extent of his cover-up.— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) January 4, 2020
Senators must ensure they see these and other documents related to the President’s scheme.
A fair trial requires it. https://t.co/moZZN4jjt1
Bill Barr, warrior for theocracy: Why didn't we know this until now? The attorney general has gradually revealed his terrifying agenda: Who knew, and why was this concealed so long?
Bill Barr, warrior for theocracy: Why didn't we know this until now?— Jon Cooper ๐บ๐ธ (@joncoopertweets) January 4, 2020
The attorney general has gradually revealed his terrifying agenda: Who knew, and why was this concealed so long? https://t.co/am2DtaALjY
Confirmed out of Moscow. Weird how this always happens when Trump is at Mar-a-Lago
Confirmed out of Moscow.— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) January 4, 2020
Weird how this always happens when Trump is at Mar-a-Lago https://t.co/jhSi7uXdBj
Oil prices surge to highest level since April after US assassinates Iran’s top commander in airstrike
Oil prices surge to highest level since April after US assassinates Iran’s top commander in airstrike#Iran https://t.co/khlmwV4Dqn— Iran (@Iran) January 4, 2020
In the five days prior to launching a strike on Soleimani, Trump roamed the halls of Mar-a-Lago and started dropping hints to close associates and club-goers that something huge was coming. "He kept saying, 'You'll see,'" one of the sources recalled.
In the five days prior to launching a strike on Soleimani, Trump roamed the halls of Mar-a-Lago and started dropping hints to close associates and club-goers that something huge was coming.— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 4, 2020
"He kept saying, 'You'll see,'" one of the sources recalled. https://t.co/BKRhtPi9wd
US allies' response to Trump Iran attack shows him alone on world stage
US allies' response to Trump Iran attack shows him alone on world stage https://t.co/OVb06ncEK4— Jon Cooper ๐บ๐ธ (@joncoopertweets) January 4, 2020
BREAKING: A Whistleblower told the FBI that Trump’s Deutsche Bank loans were backed by Russian state-owned bank, VTB Bank. VTB was proposed lender for Trump Tower Moscow and allegedly funded the Rosneft Deal. New docs show deep ties between Deutsche + VTB.
BREAKING: A Whistleblower told the FBI that Trump’s Deutsche Bank loans were backed by Russian state-owned bank, VTB Bank. VTB was proposed lender for Trump Tower Moscow and allegedly funded the Rosneft Deal. New docs show deep ties between Deutsche + VTB. https://t.co/WpEs2305KP— Robert J. DeNault (@robertjdenault) January 3, 2020
Some of Tucker Carlson's Qs: "Is Iran really the greatest threat we face? Who's actually benefiting from this? Why are we continuing to ignore the decline of our own country in favor of jumping into another quagmire from which there is no obvious exit?"
Some of Tucker Carlson's Qs: "Is Iran really the greatest threat we face? Who's actually benefiting from this? Why are we continuing to ignore the decline of our own country in favor of jumping into another quagmire from which there is no obvious exit?" pic.twitter.com/WLHcgI1u3Q— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) January 4, 2020
Protests planned across US to condemn Trump administration actions in Iraq, Iran
Protests planned across US to condemn Trump administration actions in Iraq, Iran.https://t.co/1plC7m9OKB— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) January 4, 2020
For days we've been warned it was coming, and tonight, communities across New South Wales are fighting to save their towns, as the bushfire emergency roared back to life.
For days we've been warned it was coming, and tonight, communities across New South Wales are fighting to save their towns, as the bushfire emergency roared back to life. https://t.co/Bzp9Ryv99b @RobertOvadia #NSWFires #7NEWS pic.twitter.com/4mwqggaeZe— 7NEWS Sydney (@7NewsSydney) January 4, 2020
Kushner slurpin’ on the Kochs tonight. “It is slated to be held at the home of Bill Koch, the billionaire brother of industrialists Charles and David Koch.”
Kushner slurpin’ on the Kochs tonight.— blmohr (@blmohr) January 4, 2020
“It is slated to be held at the home of Bill Koch, the billionaire brother of industrialists Charles and David Koch.” https://t.co/CETpg8qXUL
“Why Trump chose this moment to explore an operation against the leader of Iran’s Quds Force, after tolerating Iranian aggression in the Persian Gulf for months, was a matter of debate within his own administration.”
“Why Trump chose this moment to explore an operation against the leader of Iran’s Quds Force, after tolerating Iranian aggression in the Persian Gulf for months, was a matter of debate within his own administration.”— Dennis Herring (@dcherring) January 4, 2020
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Once we remove Saddam, a wave of democracy and liberty will sweep across the Middle East
Once we remove Saddam, a wave of democracy and liberty will sweep across the Middle East https://t.co/hF2KCCn40b— Paul Waldman (@paulwaldman1) January 3, 2020
The risk to shipping in the Middle East is poised to rise following a U.S. attack that killed an Iranian general
The risk to shipping in the Middle East is poised to rise following a U.S. attack that killed an Iranian general https://t.co/4qXXxoZiYz— Bloomberg (@business) January 4, 2020
US Men’s National Soccer Team: Due to the developments in the region we have cancelled a recent training camp in Qatar...
D’oh...— Ayman Mohyeldin (@AymanM) January 4, 2020
US Secretary of State: I can guarantee you Americans in the region are safer today after our actions in the region...
US Men’s National Soccer Team: Due to the developments in the region we have cancelled a recent training camp in Qatar...https://t.co/sQNO5EaVge
“The NRA said it will work with gun owners to swamp the first hearing of the Virginia Senate committee considering new gun bans in an effort to beat back the gun-control proposals from Gov Ralph Northam”
“The NRA said it will work with gun owners to swamp the first hearing of the Virginia Senate committee considering new gun bans in an effort to beat back the gun-control proposals from Gov Ralph Northam” https://t.co/J0WpctG1Gi— blmohr (@blmohr) January 4, 2020
Secret Russian VIP charter jet from Moscow is heading right towards Palm Beach Intl Airport, decreasing altitude (it would be right below the P in Palm Beach on the map). I got some fucking questions now
To be clear, his thread gets screwed up at one point, but it continues through to landing here — https://t.co/x1U01zdmSA — and those two screenshots in the prior tweet in my thread are from my double-checking this myself. https://t.co/gryoMwGmNd— Chris Geidner (@chrisgeidner) January 4, 2020
‘If you are wondering who benefits’: Weapons makers see stocks surge as Trump moves closer to war with Iran
‘If you are wondering who benefits’: Weapons makers see stocks surge as Trump moves closer to war with Iranhttps://t.co/Mieww0rwUM— Raw Story (@RawStory) January 4, 2020
BREAKING: A Deutsche Bank whistleblower has told the FBI that the Russian state-owned bank VTB underwrote Trump's loans:
BREAKING: A Deutsche Bank whistleblower has told the FBI that the Russian state-owned bank VTB underwrote Trump's loans: https://t.co/dm2N6mEKa3— Scott Stedman (@ScottMStedman) January 3, 2020
This is going to be a major problem here. The same admin who demanded PROOF of us intel opinion on russian interference now wants us to believe something this grave on faith? After they pounded out intel folks for years? Were they lying then or now? Where is the proof this time?
This is going to be a major problem here. The same admin who demanded PROOF of us intel opinion on russian interference now wants us to believe something this grave on faith? After they pounded out intel folks for years? Were they lying then or now? Where is the proof this time? https://t.co/6cJUnKytN3— Christopher C. Cuomo (@ChrisCuomo) January 3, 2020
Your questions on cyberwar answered
Your questions on cyberwar answered https://t.co/PoOIT6r6IL— Bloomberg (@business) January 4, 2020
Why do conservatives want voters kicked off the roll? It’s a mystery!
Why do conservatives want voters kicked off the roll? It’s a mystery! https://t.co/y3bIMUA0yN— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) January 4, 2020
THREAD: I’ve had a chance to check in with sources, including two US officials who had intelligence briefings after the strike on Suleimani. Here is what I’ve learned. According to them, the evidence suggesting there was to be an imminent attack on American targets is “razor thin”
2. In fact the evidence pointing to that came as three discrete facts: a) A pattern of travel showing Suleimani was in Syria, Lebanon & Iraq to meet with Shia proxies known to have an offensive position to the US. (As one source said that’s just “business as usual” for Suleimani)— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
4. And finally, a) and b) were read in the context of c) Iran’s increasingly bellicose position towards American interests in Iraq, including the attack that killed a U.S. contractor and the recent protest outside the American embassy.— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
6. One official described the planning for the strike as chaotic. The official says that following the attack on an Iraqi base which killed an American contractor circa Dec. 27, Trump was presented a menu of options for how to retaliate. Killing Suleimani was the “far out option”— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
8. It was after the embassy protests that the president, according to one US official, chose the Suleimani option, but the problem at that point in time is that American intelligence did not know his precise whereabouts. They scrambled to locate him, says the official.— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
10. Since the strike, Iran has convened its national security chiefs. Chatter intercepted by American intelligence indicates they’re considering a range of options. Cyberattacks, attacks on oil facilities and American personnel and diplomatic outposts have all been cited so far.— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
12. Another is attacks on American diplomatic and military outposts not just in Iraq, Lebanon and Syria, but as far afield as UAE and Bahrain. The official I spoke to was particularly concerned for American troops stationed in Iraq, some of whom are co-located with Shia militias— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
14. In 2019, America has been denied airspace and access to operations in Iraq to go after ISIS at the behest of Iran-backed groups. The US has also been told to stop communicating with Sunni tribes. These are important setbacks that have already weakened the US’ posture in Iraq— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
15. “It’s all been downhill,” @Mikeknightsiraq told me, in terms of America’s access to the ISIS battlespace in recent months due to Iranian pressure on Iraqi officials. One upshot? US special operations forces have been on the offensive in Diyala, Nineveh and Kirkuk provinces— Rukmini Callimachi (@rcallimachi) January 4, 2020
“so where else would Devin Nunes be but meeting with Emin’s Father-in-Law, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev?”
Missed this. Thanks. “so where else would Devin Nunes be but meeting with Emin’s Father-in-Law, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev?”https://t.co/3hRDK6cEey— Laurie Pettine (@LauriePettine) January 4, 2020
Pop singer Pink will donate $500,000 toward the firefighting efforts in Australia
Pop singer Pink will donate $500,000 toward the firefighting efforts in Australia https://t.co/gEaerhzmFB— Bloomberg (@business) January 4, 2020
Residents in three Australian areas have been told to "evacuate now" as new fired continue to ignite
Residents in three Australian areas have been told to "evacuate now" as new fired continue to ignite https://t.co/fmzDPx7QKw— Bloomberg (@business) January 4, 2020
One of the great mysteries of the Trump era is why the illiberal governments in Saudi Arabia, Russia and North Korea are good, and the one in Iran is bad.
One of the great mysteries of the Trump era is why the illiberal governments in Saudi Arabia, Russia and North Korea are good, and the one in Iran is bad. https://t.co/Iywg6e86mV— Simon Rosenberg (@SimonWDC) January 3, 2020
‘We are in one of those moments’: Local security experts react to Soleimani killing
‘We are in one of those moments’: Local security experts react to Soleimani killing https://t.co/McPTmwwDj9— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) January 4, 2020
SCOOP -- Owner Jimmy Finkelstein is shopping @TheHill, whose op-eds alleged conspiracy theories about Ukraine and Biden, to various media owners, either as investors or potential buyers, according to six people familiar with the matter.
SCOOP -- Owner Jimmy Finkelstein is shopping @TheHill, whose op-eds alleged conspiracy theories about Ukraine and Biden, to various media owners, either as investors or potential buyers, according to six people familiar with the matter. https://t.co/OFsUyFILpu— Daniel Lippman (@dlippman) January 3, 2020
Is this why we assassinated the 2nd most powerful person in Iran yesterday? To get our attention from this? Explosive report indicates that Donald Trump's loans from Deutsche Bank were backed by Russia
Is this why we assassinated the 2nd most powerful person in Iran yesterday? To get our attention from this? Explosive report indicates that Donald Trump's loans from Deutsche Bank were backed by Russiahttps://t.co/7rxgLdcFOt— LIBBY HATES TRUMP (@libbyresists) January 3, 2020
Dem Rep. Elissa Slotkin, who served 3 tours in Iraq: "What always kept both Democratic and Republican presidents from targeting Soleimani himself was the simple question: Was the strike worth the likely retaliation, and the potential to pull us into protracted conflict?"
Dem Rep. Elissa Slotkin, who served 3 tours in Iraq:— Sarah Ferris (@sarahnferris) January 3, 2020
"What always kept both Democratic and Republican presidents from targeting Soleimani himself was the simple question: Was the strike worth the likely retaliation, and the potential to pull us into protracted conflict?"
Hong Kong’s turbulence shows no sign of abating in 2020
Hong Kong’s turbulence shows no sign of abating in 2020 https://t.co/VWdeiF2eYs— Bloomberg (@business) January 4, 2020
#UPDATE: @OIRSpox confirms to me that neither the US-led Coalition OR the US military conducted any airstrikes near Camp Taji, north of Baghdad.
#UPDATE: @OIRSpox confirms to me that neither the US-led Coalition OR the US military conducted any airstrikes near Camp Taji, north of Baghdad.— ELINT News (@ELINTNews) January 4, 2020
This is the bombshell Trump's team didn't want revealed
I’d like to believe that if I were a patriotic Republican, I’d want him removed because he’s a threat to the world. You cannot be partisan in matters like this.— Mr. Spock ๐ (Commentary) (@SpockResists) January 4, 2020
This is the bombshell Trump's team didn't want revealed (opinion) - CNN https://t.co/LB2PltUbQH
FUN FACT: According to the latest poll, fully 75% of Americans are opposed to a possible war with Iran, compared to only 21% in support.
FUN FACT: According to the latest poll, fully 75% of Americans are opposed to a possible war with Iran, compared to only 21% in support.— Jon Cooper ๐บ๐ธ (@joncoopertweets) January 4, 2020
President Trump’s national security team gave him several options on Iran in a meeting at Mar-a-Lago on Monday. One was targeting General Suleimani. He surprised them by choosing that option
President Trump’s national security team gave him several options on Iran in a meeting at Mar-a-Lago on Monday. One was targeting General Suleimani.— Chris Megerian (@ChrisMegerian) January 4, 2020
He surprised them by choosing that option, @DavidCloudLAT reports. https://t.co/S8APk7qsVg
Trump denouncing New York residency to become a “Florida man” was a transparent effort to escape this lawsuit in NY courts. Our media was blind and dumb to not call it out.
Trump denouncing New York residency to become a “Florida man” was a transparent effort to escape this lawsuit in NY courts. Our media was blind and dumb to not call it out. https://t.co/RLBnW5LkIw— Sam Spiegel ๐๐ฑ (@UNSEATpac) January 4, 2020
EXCLUSIVE: In the five days prior to launching a strike that killed Qassem Soleimani, Donald Trump roamed the halls of Mar-a-Lago, and started dropping hints to close associates and club-goers that something huge was coming
EXCLUSIVE: In the five days prior to launching a strike that killed Qassem Soleimani, Donald Trump roamed the halls of Mar-a-Lago, and started dropping hints to close associates and club-goers that something huge was coming https://t.co/SwgQ3ATYYz— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) January 4, 2020
I don’t care where you are politically: the president of the United States needs to pack up his golf clubs and return to the White House. I can’t take him seriously if he’s golfing while we lurch toward war.
I don’t care where you are politically: the president of the United States needs to pack up his golf clubs and return to the White House. I can’t take him seriously if he’s golfing while we lurch toward war.— Rep. Eric Swalwell (@RepSwalwell) January 4, 2020
Selective Service System website crashes amid questions and fears of another US military draft
Selective Service System website crashes amid questions and fears of another US military drafthttps://t.co/kFU7R7X1Nr https://t.co/crm9BggEjU— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) January 4, 2020
One small observation on today—so now @realDonaldTrump believes our intelligence community after 3 years?
One small observation on today—so now @realDonaldTrump believes our intelligence community after 3 years?— Joe Lockhart (@joelockhart) January 3, 2020
One of Trump's super-powers is the madness of his enemies. If everything he does is Literally The Worst Thing Ever, the normals who are not very politically engaged eventually tune out. Then they don't notice when Donnie does something illegal or unconstitutional. Conserve ammo.
One of Trump's super-powers is the madness of his enemies. If everything he does is Literally The Worst Thing Ever, the normals who are not very politically engaged eventually tune out. Then they don't notice when Donnie does something illegal or unconstitutional. Conserve ammo.— John Schindler (@20committee) January 3, 2020
@RichardEngel says that one of Saturday's protests against Gen. Qassem Soleimani's killing is in a Baghdad neighborhood right across from the U.S. Embassy. That could lead to conflict with the US forces defending the compound.
.@RichardEngel says that one of Saturday's protests against Gen. Qassem Soleimani's killing is in a Baghdad neighborhood right across from the U.S. Embassy. That could lead to conflict with the US forces defending the compound. https://t.co/mFlDFqslNl— MSNBC (@MSNBC) January 4, 2020
Perspective: Don’t blame Trump for the rise of right-wing conspiracy theories. The GOP helped cultivate them — until they took over
Perspective: Don’t blame Trump for the rise of right-wing conspiracy theories. The GOP helped cultivate them — until they took over. https://t.co/wdWlmX8r97— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 4, 2020
Or maybe it was Russian intelligence.
Or maybe it was Russian intelligence. https://t.co/OByiGFzX0V— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) January 4, 2020
Dem lawmaker who fought Suleimani’s militias explains why Trump just stepped on a hornet’s nest. Listen to Rep. Elissa Slotkin, she knows what she is talking about.
Dem lawmaker who fought Suleimani’s militias explains why Trump just stepped on a hornet’s nest.— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) January 4, 2020
Listen to Rep. Elissa Slotkin, she knows what she is talking about.
https://t.co/0eN7iCd8W1
Sydney today feels like Madrid in summer. 48 C/119 F in the west of the city.
Sydney today feels like Madrid in summer. 48 C/119 F in the west of the city.— Andrew Beatty (@AndrewBeatty) January 4, 2020
Why did 6 top Pentagon officials resign in December?
Why did 6 top Pentagon officials resign in December?— JaneEyre1967 #resist (@JaneEyre1967) January 3, 2020
Why did 6 top Pentagon officials resign in December?
Why did 6 top Pentagon officials resign in December?
Why did 6 top Pentagon officials resign in December?
Why did 6 top Pentagon officials resign in December?
It's almost like by calling Lavrov, Pompeo allows Russia to humiliate the United States yet again. It's like Pompeo is incompetent or...
It's almost like by calling Lavrov, Pompeo allows Russia to humiliate the United States yet again.— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) January 3, 2020
It's like Pompeo is incompetent or... ๐ค https://t.co/cUTmzKcJ8K
What is the name of the American contractor who was killed? Why has Trump not offered condolences? Why is the name a secret?
What is the name of the American contractor who was killed? Why has Trump not offered condolences? Why is the name a secret?— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 4, 2020
Australia fires intensify as prime minister calls up army reservists to help contain crisis
Australia fires intensify as prime minister calls up army reservists to help contain crisis https://t.co/H8tjaV4HHM— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) January 4, 2020
The Justice Department has released a 35-page list of witnesses who spoke to the Mueller investigative team and the dates they gave interviews. The new disclosure is an encapsulation of the breadth of former special counsel Robert Mueller's work.
The Justice Department has released a 35-page list of witnesses who spoke to the Mueller investigative team and the dates they gave interviews. The new disclosure is an encapsulation of the breadth of former special counsel Robert Mueller's work. https://t.co/28XpCzv6Se— CNN (@CNN) January 4, 2020
Are you from the media?
Are you from the media? https://t.co/8gZfLT9krW— southpaw (@nycsouthpaw) January 4, 2020
Sowing seeds of hate all over the world.
Sowing seeds of hate all over the world. https://t.co/ehEuLhN2eq— kristen johnston (@thekjohnston) January 3, 2020
.@SecPompeo tells Fox: “the Europeans haven’t been as helpful as I wish that they could be. The Brits, the French, the Germans all need to understand that what we did, what the Americans did, saved lives in Europe as well.”
.@SecPompeo tells Fox: “the Europeans haven’t been as helpful as I wish that they could be. The Brits, the French, the Germans all need to understand that what we did, what the Americans did, saved lives in Europe as well.”— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) January 4, 2020
Bush sold war in Iraq to a shocked and frightened America. He presented a war of choice as if we had no choice. Iran would be Iraq all over again, but much worse. Trump is stoking fear, telling us we have no choice. We don’t have to repeat our mistakes. We have a choice.
Bush sold war in Iraq to a shocked and frightened America. He presented a war of choice as if we had no choice.— Jason Kander (@JasonKander) January 4, 2020
Iran would be Iraq all over again, but much worse. Trump is stoking fear, telling us we have no choice.
We don’t have to repeat our mistakes.
We have a choice.
Speaker Pelosi: “Today, Leader McConnell made clear that he will feebly comply with President Trump's cover-up ... Every Senator now faces a choice: to be loyal to the President or the Constitution. The GOP Senate must immediately proceed in a manner worthy of the Constitution."
Speaker Pelosi: “Today, Leader McConnell made clear that he will feebly comply with President Trump's cover-up ... Every Senator now faces a choice: to be loyal to the President or the Constitution. The GOP Senate must immediately proceed in a manner worthy of the Constitution."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 3, 2020
Breaking via NYT: The Trump admin has disclosed there were 20 emails between a top Mulanvey aide and a colleague at the Office of Management and Budget discussing the Ukraine aid freeze, but OMB says it won't turn over the emails —not even with redactions
Breaking via NYT: The Trump admin has disclosed there were 20 emails between a top Mulanvey aide and a colleague at the Office of Management and Budget discussing the Ukraine aid freeze, but OMB says it won't turn over the emails —not even with redactions.https://t.co/sYnswvUVgZ— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) January 4, 2020
Trump Told Mar-a-Lago Pals to Expect ‘Big’ Iran Action Days Before Soleimani’s Death Trump doesn’t inform Congress. about a military strike of enormous consequence, but does tell the skells, mooks, grifters, madams, and NOKD vulgarians at Mar a Lago.
Trump Told Mar-a-Lago Pals to Expect ‘Big’ Iran Action Days Before Soleimani’s Death— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) January 4, 2020
Trump doesn’t inform Congress. about a military strike of enormous consequence, but does tell the skells, mooks, grifters, madams, and NOKD vulgarians at Mar a Lago. https://t.co/1KADeeRwOP
President Trump "now faces what is likely the most significant foreign policy crisis of his presidency -- part of which he has created for himself,"
President Trump "now faces what is likely the most significant foreign policy crisis of his presidency -- part of which he has created for himself," writes Peter Bergen for @CNNOpinion https://t.co/xsFygP1S7h— CNN (@CNN) January 4, 2020
Mar-a-lago is a massive threat to US nat'l security b/c POTUS treats highly classified intel as swag bag goodies for people paying him hundreds of thousands of dollars in fees for access. Think about that. Paying for info that makes us less safe
As ๐, Mar-a-lago is a massive threat to US nat'l security b/c POTUS treats highly classified intel as swag bag goodies for people paying him hundreds of thousands of dollars in fees for access.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) January 4, 2020
Think about that. Paying for info that makes us less safehttps://t.co/XstxBCEwrA
Wow. Richard Goldberg, an extreme Iran hawk, has remained on the payroll of the Foundation for Defense of Democracy while serving on the National Security Counsel FDD, if you aren't familiar, is the most prominent organization promoting war with Iran
Wow.— Judd Legum (@JuddLegum) January 4, 2020
Richard Goldberg, an extreme Iran hawk, has remained on the payroll of the Foundation for Defense of Democracy while serving on the National Security Counsel
FDD, if you aren't familiar, is the most prominent organization promoting war with Iranhttps://t.co/113RZrZqFz
Note to self: Eric Trump knowing ahead of the Congress doesn't seem like a conspiracy theory anymore.
Note to self: Eric Trump knowing ahead of the Congress doesn't seem like a conspiracy theory anymore.https://t.co/cx1NkJQtIi— Politically Incorrect (@pol1tically) January 4, 2020
What @realDonaldTrump thought about the importance of getting congressional approval before military action during the @BarackObama years...there is literally a tweet for EVERYTHING
What @realDonaldTrump thought about the importance of getting congressional approval before military action during the @BarackObama years...there is literally a tweet for EVERYTHING https://t.co/MN6L8qYuDq— Kurt Bardella (@kurtbardella) January 4, 2020
What kind of animal occupies the West Wing when he compares Senator Schumer to an Iranian terrorist - we have a rogue bully who knows no bounds circumscribing his lawless and brutal behavior. We must remove him before he takes down the nation.
What kind of animal occupies the West Wing when he compares Senator Schumer to an Iranian terrorist - we have a rogue bully who knows no bounds circumscribing his lawless and brutal behavior. We must remove him before he takes down the nation. https://t.co/SI9OEtuuky— John P. Flannery (@JonFlan) January 4, 2020
JUST POSTED: The WHITE HOUSE escalates campaign to keep critical emails related to President Trump's freeze on Ukraine military aid a secret. Not just redacting documents. Entirely blocking release of key emails.
JUST POSTED: The WHITE HOUSE escalates campaign to keep critical emails related to President Trump's freeze on Ukraine military aid a secret. Not just redacting documents. Entirely blocking release of key emails. With @charlie_savage https://t.co/O0KYbpZUWc— Eric Lipton (@EricLiptonNYT) January 4, 2020
1. There were 19 hijackers, not 12 2. There is no evidence tying Soleimani to 9/11 3. Soleimani is a Shiite & the hijackers were Sunnis 4. After 9/11, Soleimani cooperated w/US, providing intelligence against the Taliban 5. Soleimani was a bad guy; Pence's tweet is garbage
1. There were 19 hijackers, not 12— Judd Legum (@JuddLegum) January 4, 2020
2. There is no evidence tying Soleimani to 9/11
3. Soleimani is a Shiite & the hijackers were Sunnis
4. After 9/11, Soleimani cooperated w/US, providing intelligence against the Taliban
5. Soleimani was a bad guy; Pence's tweet is garbage https://t.co/9qq7prPcjE
“Trump Says Alleged Rape Victim Can’t Sue Him in New York”
“Trump Says Alleged Rape Victim Can’t Sue Him in New York” https://t.co/YMKkQoFk0r— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) January 4, 2020
BREAKING: Iraqi official says five people have been killed in airstrike targeting two vehicles carrying Iranian-backed militia north of Baghdad.
BREAKING: Iraqi official says five people have been killed in airstrike targeting two vehicles carrying Iranian-backed militia north of Baghdad. https://t.co/daCVWswaL3— The Associated Press (@AP) January 3, 2020
Head of the American Conservative Union (and husband of Trump staffer) suggests that Trump refused to inform Congress as a response to impeachment.
Head of the American Conservative Union (and husband of Trump staffer) suggests that Trump refused to inform Congress as a response to impeachment. https://t.co/uGkmOeWPwj— Renato Mariotti (@renato_mariotti) January 4, 2020
A member of the Russian State Duma’s International Affairs Committee speculated that President Trump was “set up” by U.S. intelligence agencies and had no idea of Soleimani’s status “as a national hero” in Iran.
FFS
A member of the Russian State Duma’s International Affairs Committee speculated that President Trump was “set up” by U.S. intelligence agencies and had no idea of Soleimani’s status “as a national hero” in Iran. https://t.co/OWOzTMkmBr— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) January 3, 2020
Planning is bad, but I thought they said there was an imminent threat. Confusing.
Planning is bad, but I thought they said there was an imminent threat. Confusing. https://t.co/hxWO85R2iT— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) January 4, 2020
Former Fox News reporter claims that she rejected Trump’s invitation to "kiss": “We’re both married”
So, when is Melania going to dump his a—-?— Richard W. Painter (@RWPUSA) January 4, 2020
Former Fox News reporter claims that she rejected Trump’s invitation to "kiss": “We’re both married” https://t.co/aLvzZ1oJKf
Chuck Todd's 'Meet the Press Daily' facing axe to make room for Nicolle Wallace
Looks like Chuck might do something drastic with his bangs after all... @chunkled h/t @jlewis237— Andrew C Laufer, Esq (@lauferlaw) January 4, 2020
Chuck Todd's 'Meet the Press Daily' facing axe to make room for Nicolle Wallace https://t.co/uJSC0IuE2t
The prospect of direct conflict with Iran is greater than ever. Does Donald Trump have a strategy for what comes next? Nothing we have seen from this Administration suggests that they are prepared to deal with the risks we now confront.
The prospect of direct conflict with Iran is greater than ever. Does Donald Trump have a strategy for what comes next?— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) January 4, 2020
Nothing we have seen from this Administration suggests that they are prepared to deal with the risks we now confront. pic.twitter.com/RF7DD3rcDb
Pence falsely links Iranian general to 9/11 attacks
Pence falsely links Iranian general to 9/11 attacks https://t.co/7TYcmpMiof— Los Angeles Times (@latimes) January 4, 2020
US intelligence agencies tell Trump that Russia/Putin interfered with 2016 election. Trump refuses to be believe them, condemns them, and says he doesn't trust them A single agency tells Trump that Soleimani is plotting US attack & he kills the #2 leader in Iran
17 US intelligence agencies tell Trump that Russia/Putin interfered with 2016 election. Trump refuses to be believe them, condemns them, and says he doesn't trust them— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) January 4, 2020
A single agency tells Trump that Soleimani is plotting US attack & he kills the #2 leader in Iran.#TrumpsWar
Just in: Trump's National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien says US would be "very disappointed" if Iraq expels 5,000 US troops after DoD strike killed Quds Force leader Soleimani. "US has invested enormous amounts of blood & treasure in helping the Iraqi[s] build up a democracy"
Important follow-up: Did you plan for this contingency? https://t.co/2AkJV8qT38— Kate Brannen (@K8brannen) January 4, 2020
Hey, instead of just tweeting, maybe you should invite reporters to the White House and talk to them in person? You could call it a "White House press briefing" or something like that. Put it on TV too! And if it goes well, you could do it again. Maybe even hold them regularly!
Hey, instead of just tweeting, maybe you should invite reporters to the White House and talk to them in person?— Kevin M. Kruse (@KevinMKruse) January 3, 2020
You could call it a "White House press briefing" or something like that. Put it on TV too!
And if it goes well, you could do it again. Maybe even hold them regularly! https://t.co/yMqZKlCKst
I hope journalists will refuse to repeat these lies. You don't stop a war by assassinating a top official. NO ONE believes that this was authorized under the AUMF. The WH refuses to disclose the so-called imminent threat. Trump is a pathological liar. These claims are absurd.
I hope journalists will refuse to repeat these lies. You don't stop a war by assassinating a top official. NO ONE believes that this was authorized under the AUMF. The WH refuses to disclose the so-called imminent threat. Trump is a pathological liar. These claims are absurd. https://t.co/rGuwbvHPfr— Tommy Vietor (@TVietor08) January 3, 2020
Senator McConnell has been unable to make one argument—one single argument—as to why these witnesses and these documents should not be part of a trial
Senator McConnell has been unable to make one argument—one single argument—as to why these witnesses and these documents should not be part of a trial. pic.twitter.com/9WC0dSqURk— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) January 3, 2020
This is money laundering on a global scale. Russian bank pours money into Deutsche bank in Moscow, Trump withdraws the same amount from Deutsche bank NY. Who owns the collateral? To whom is the debt owed?
This is money laundering on a global scale. Russian bank pours money into Deutsche bank in Moscow, Trump withdraws the same amount from Deutsche bank NY. Who owns the collateral? To whom is the debt owed? https://t.co/6lidxiglNt— Pam Keith (@PamKeithFL) January 3, 2020
At the direction of #Iran’s Supreme Leader,Soleimani was plotting a coup in #Iraq. He was corrupting/threatening politicians, exploiting Iraq’s resources & bringing a large military force loyal to him,in an effort to make Iraq a platform to attack the U.S. & our allies
Has anyone confirmed this? https://t.co/0qQcV2rgsx— Molly Jong-Fast (@MollyJongFast) January 3, 2020
Here's how much of their wealth the 10 richest Americans gave to charity in 2018:
Here's how much of their wealth the 10 richest Americans gave to charity in 2018:— Public Citizen (@Public_Citizen) January 3, 2020
Ellison: 0%
Page: 0%
Brin: 0%
Bezos: 0.1%
D. Koch: 0.1%
C. Koch: 0.5%
Zuckerberg: 0.7%
Bloomberg: 1.5%
Gates: 2.6%
Buffet: 3.9%
Billionaire philanthropy will not save us. Tax the rich.
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina said he was briefed about the US strike that killed Iran Quds Force commander Qasem Soleimani, while senior Democratic congressional members were kept in the dark ahead of the attack.
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina said he was briefed about the US strike that killed Iran Quds Force commander Qasem Soleimani, while senior Democratic congressional members were kept in the dark ahead of the attack. https://t.co/ckCv02TPoS— CNN (@CNN) January 3, 2020
Asymmetry of Iranian attacks makes defense difficult to plan for
Asymmetry of Iranian attacks makes defense difficult to plan for https://t.co/PVglx3SzWy via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 4, 2020
Rice: Risks likely outweigh benefits of killing Qassem Soleimani
Rice: Risks likely outweigh benefits of killing Qassem Soleimani https://t.co/bzlOg2ySbH via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 4, 2020
Shiite protests in Baghdad hold potential for conflict with U.S
Shiite protests in Baghdad hold potential for conflict with U.S. https://t.co/wO9PfuhkIp via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 4, 2020
US servicemembers abroad at increased risk after Trump Iran attack
US servicemembers abroad at increased risk after Trump Iran attack https://t.co/WV0WoRBv7F via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 4, 2020
Iran's past suggests range of potential threats to US interests
Iran's past suggests range of potential threats to US interests https://t.co/ureahp6PYY via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) January 4, 2020
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