To support the economy, the White House and Mitch McConnell have proposed sending every American a $1,200 check...— Niskanen Center (@NiskanenCenter) March 20, 2020
...Unless you're poor or unemployed, in which case you might get half that or potentially nothing at all. That has to change. 1/12https://t.co/vuFLGOdT4p
Friday, March 20, 2020
To support the economy, the White House and Mitch McConnell have proposed sending every American a $1,200 check... ...Unless you're poor or unemployed, in which case you might get half that or potentially nothing at all. That has to change.
Another dismal close for the DOW (−913.21) as the #TrumpRecession gets worse by the day. Imagine how much stronger our economy would be if Trump hadn't lied to America, callin' the Coronavirus a "hoax."
Another dismal close for the DOW (−913.21) as the #TrumpRecession gets worse by the day.— Tea Pain (@TeaPainUSA) March 20, 2020
Imagine how much stronger our economy would be if Trump hadn't lied to America, callin' the Coronavirus a "hoax."
BREAKING: McConnell’s proposal for Coronavirus income relief EXCLUDES LOW-INCOME people.
BREAKING: McConnell’s proposal for Coronavirus income relief EXCLUDES LOW-INCOME people. https://t.co/VQ9JLzAmuE— Andy Slavitt @ π‘ (@ASlavitt) March 20, 2020
Folks worried about keeping their jobs and putting food on the table for their families shouldn’t be concerned about their student loans right now. I just led a request that all federal student loan borrowers have their loans placed immediately into deferral or forebearance.
Folks worried about keeping their jobs and putting food on the table for their families shouldn’t be concerned about their student loans right now.— David Cicilline (@davidcicilline) March 20, 2020
I just led a request that all federal student loan borrowers have their loans placed immediately into deferral or forebearance. pic.twitter.com/nOKYa3Z8Uj
BREAKING: Governor of Illinois orders "shelter in place" lockdown of entire state from March 21-April 7
BREAKING: Governor of Illinois orders "shelter in place" lockdown of entire state from March 21-April 7. https://t.co/MhHIC2PYqj— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) March 20, 2020
Canada is home to some of the best innovators in the world, and Canada’s Plan to Mobilize Industry to Fight COVID-19 will help us harness that talent to make sure our health care providers have what they need to keep you safe. Get the details here
If you’re a company that’s already making medical supplies, we’ll help you scale up and increase your capacity. And if you’re a company that usually makes something else, we’ll help you buy new equipment so you can make things like masks, ventilators, and hand sanitizers.— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 20, 2020
Canada is home to some of the best innovators in the world, and Canada’s Plan to Mobilize Industry to Fight COVID-19 will help us harness that talent to make sure our health care providers have what they need to keep you safe. Get the details here: https://t.co/g4eBLbBRBx— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 20, 2020
This is exactly right. A non-crazy President would have swung at that and knocked it out of the park - to the point where someone would have called Alexander's question a planted softball. But because Trump is terrified and paranoid, everything is about him.
This is exactly right. A non-crazy President would have swung at that and knocked it out of the park - to the point where someone would have called Alexander's question a planted softball. But because Trump is terrified and paranoid, everything is about him. https://t.co/R1In5Oks95— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) March 20, 2020
Federal Elections Commissioner: “Voting by mail offers the best path. Making vote-by-mail broadly available will not solve every election-related challenge this year, but it is a necessary and urgent beginning.”
Federal Elections Commissioner:— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) March 20, 2020
“Voting by mail offers the best path. Making vote-by-mail broadly available will not solve every election-related challenge this year, but it is a necessary and urgent beginning.” https://t.co/9g9z9jdhGr
Several U.S. Senators appear to have committed not just felonious insider trading but a lethal variety. Grotesque.
Several U.S. Senators appear to have committed not just felonious insider trading but a lethal variety. Grotesque. https://t.co/NDnTMer7A1— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) March 20, 2020
Thom Tillis, who hails from the same state and same party as Burr, says his senior senator “owes North Carolinians explanation.” Tillis is up for re-election this year.
Thom Tillis, who hails from the same state and same party as Burr, says his senior senator “owes North Carolinians explanation.” Tillis is up for re-election this year. https://t.co/JsszuENYIy— Manu Raju (@mkraju) March 20, 2020
Alex Azar is lying about tests. He’s acting as though people on the front lines are too stupid to figure it out. It is maddening and I can only imagine the justified rage nurses, docs and healthcare professionals feel at being scapegoated for Trump testing failure.
Alex Azar is lying about tests. He’s acting as though people on the front lines are too stupid to figure it out. It is maddening and I can only imagine the justified rage nurses, docs and healthcare professionals feel at being scapegoated for Trump testing failure.— Brian Schatz (@brianschatz) March 20, 2020
The 1.3-million member United Food and Commercial Workers union endorsed @JoeBiden today, giving him another boost as he seeks to finish off the candidacy of Bernie Sanders. The endorsement came after Biden swept primaries in Arizona, Florida and Illinois.
The 1.3-million member United Food and Commercial Workers union endorsed @JoeBiden today, giving him another boost as he seeks to finish off the candidacy of Bernie Sanders. The endorsement came after Biden swept primaries in Arizona, Florida and Illinois. https://t.co/qMeWSgjzzm— Jon Cooper πΊπΈ (@joncoopertweets) March 20, 2020
The appellate court has postponed all in-person oral arguments until further notice due to the #coronavirus outbreak — so could be that we see this case before the eight judge panel by teleconference.
The appellate court has postponed all in-person oral arguments until further notice due to the #coronavirus outbreak — so could be that we see this case before the eight judge panel by teleconference.— Megan Mineiro (@MMineiro_CNS) March 20, 2020
Opinion: Three big takeaways from the stunning GOP stock-selling revelations
Opinion: Three big takeaways from the stunning GOP stock-selling revelations https://t.co/TzwywlWDVe— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) March 20, 2020
Biden calls on CEOs of U.S. publicly traded corporations to refrain from stock buybacks this year
Biden calls on CEOs of U.S. publicly traded corporations to refrain from stock buybacks this year https://t.co/rbNzgPMEBU— Bloomberg (@business) March 20, 2020
!!! Trump takes a question from Sean Spicer and pretends he doesn't know who he is
!!! Trump takes a question from Sean Spicer and pretends he doesn't know who he is pic.twitter.com/2tddFrFsw3— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) March 20, 2020
Senator David Perdue and Senator Kelly Loeffler appeared to have traded stocks with access to insider information
Senator David Perdue and Senator Kelly Loeffler appeared to have traded stocks with access to insider information. https://t.co/ySKpM8S1DC— End Citizens United (@StopBigMoney) March 20, 2020
Dr. Anthony Fauci says he's hearing that people who want coronavirus tests can't get them. "That is a reality that is happening now. Is it the same as it was a few weeks ago? Absolutely not." VP Pence says "incredible progress" is being made on testing.
Dr. Anthony Fauci says he's hearing that people who want coronavirus tests can't get them. "That is a reality that is happening now. Is it the same as it was a few weeks ago? Absolutely not."— This Week (@ThisWeekABC) March 20, 2020
VP Pence says "incredible progress" is being made on testing. https://t.co/NPTFN26czg pic.twitter.com/3GIgMiMKVv
"The poorest families... would see smaller benefits.... "About 22 million people earning under $40,000 a year would see no benefit under the GOP plan."
"The poorest families... would see smaller benefits....— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) March 20, 2020
"About 22 million people earning under $40,000 a year would see no benefit under the GOP plan."https://t.co/8kx0iWnuux
Trump is flailing to blame Obama for federal government testing failures
Trump is flailing to blame Obama for federal government testing failures pic.twitter.com/MQSGB2VHnH— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) March 20, 2020
Then Fauci confirms that people can’t get tested. This is a total clown show.
Then Fauci confirms that people can’t get tested.— Angry Staffer (@AngrierWHStaff) March 20, 2020
This is a total clown show. https://t.co/nQ30VwPidY
Dr Fauci is the new Buzz Aldrin
Dr Fauci is the new Buzz Aldrin pic.twitter.com/rL09Jd7Cp4— John Schindler (@20committee) March 20, 2020
3M says it has doubled its global output of N95 respirator masks during the coronavirus outbreak. The company has doubled the output of respirators to a rate of 1.1 billion per year, or nearly 100 million per month, according to a statement.
3M says it has doubled its global output of N95 respirator masks during the coronavirus outbreak. The company has doubled the output of respirators to a rate of 1.1 billion per year, or nearly 100 million per month, according to a statement. https://t.co/DYjHeYoJ6j— CNN (@CNN) March 20, 2020
NBC's @PeterAlexander asks Trump what he'd say to Americans who are frightened. Trump goes on rant against Alexander, says he asked a "nasty question," calls him a "terrible reporter" and attacks NBC and Comcast.
NBC's @PeterAlexander asks Trump what he'd say to Americans who are frightened.— Oliver Darcy (@oliverdarcy) March 20, 2020
Trump goes on rant against Alexander, says he asked a "nasty question," calls him a "terrible reporter" and attacks NBC and Comcast. pic.twitter.com/vZAk3M4mqR
Those who could “stand up to Trump and protect the American people...were too worried about their pocketbooks, access, or Twitter mentions to do anything about it. This is a story...about the total and complete corruption of the Republican party itself.”
Those who could “stand up to Trump and protect the American people...were too worried about their pocketbooks, access, or Twitter mentions to do anything about it. This is a story...about the total and complete corruption of the Republican party itself.” https://t.co/THNSxZmkIK— Bill Kristol (@BillKristol) March 20, 2020
POTUS: “my message to the American people is that there’s a very low incidence of death.”
POTUS: “my message to the American people is that there’s a very low incidence of death.”— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) March 20, 2020
Where are the tests?
Where are the tests? https://t.co/VB9jeVwIfl— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) March 20, 2020
NBC News is saddened to announce the death of our long-time colleague Larry Edgeworth after he got COVID-19. I have spent months (years?) of my life traveling with Larry to some of this country's worst tragedies. He was so talented and he will be deeply missed
NBC News is saddened to announce the death of our long-time colleague Larry Edgeworth after he got COVID-19.— Tom Winter (@Tom_Winter) March 20, 2020
I have spent months (years?) of my life traveling with Larry to some of this country's worst tragedies. He was so talented and he will be deeply missed.... (1/2)
BREAKING: Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator Dr Deborah Birx says info coming in from Italy suggests the mortality rate for men is double what it is for females, for every age group
BREAKING: Coronavirus Task Force Coordinator Dr Deborah Birx says info coming in from Italy suggests the mortality rate for men is double what it is for females, for every age group— Josh Lederman (@JoshNBCNews) March 20, 2020
Now Pompeo, like Trump, is going on about the "Chinese virus." How did such a great nation ever put so much power in such inadequate little hands?
Now Pompeo, like Trump, is going on about the "Chinese virus." How did such a great nation ever put so much power in such inadequate little hands?— Eugene Robinson (@Eugene_Robinson) March 20, 2020
BREAKING: Tax filing deadline moved from April 15 to July 15
BREAKING: Tax filing deadline moved from April 15 to July 15— Ali Velshi (@AliVelshi) March 20, 2020
AG Barr just moved to dismiss felony charges filed by Mueller against entities controlled by Yevgeny Prigozhin, a wealthy businessman with ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
.@SpeakerPelosi, @SenSchumer & @RepAdamSchiff— Christopher C. Alberto (@ChrisAlbertoLaw) March 19, 2020
AG Barr just moved to dismiss felony charges filed by Mueller against entities controlled by Yevgeny Prigozhin, a wealthy businessman with ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin. https://t.co/OnjhlvkIKM
This is a fast moving disaster. It’s unraveling by the minute and the danger is increasing exponentially. Every time Trump opens his mouth he makes this worse and literally endangers the lives of millions. This has to end.
This is a fast moving disaster. It’s unraveling by the minute and the danger is increasing exponentially. Every time Trump opens his mouth he makes this worse and literally endangers the lives of millions. This has to end.— Jared Yates Sexton (@JYSexton) March 20, 2020
CNN's Kaitlin Collins follows up: "Do you really think going off on Peter, going off on a network is appropriate when the country's going through something like this?" Trump responds: "I do."
CNN's Kaitlin Collins follows up: "Do you really think going off on Peter, going off on a network is appropriate when the country's going through something like this?"— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 20, 2020
Trump responds: "I do." https://t.co/YJJFxynOLN
Poor Dr. Fauci
Poor Dr. Fauci pic.twitter.com/BFwwE9XS0o— Rogue MelaniaπΈπΈπΈπΈ (@RogueFirstLady) March 20, 2020
During my Senate career I’ve held all assets in a blind trust of which I have no control. Reports that I sold any assets are incorrect, as are reports that I was at a January 24 briefing on coronavirus, which I was unable to attend.
During my Senate career I’ve held all assets in a blind trust of which I have no control. Reports that I sold any assets are incorrect, as are reports that I was at a January 24 briefing on coronavirus, which I was unable to attend.— Senator Dianne Feinstein (@SenFeinstein) March 20, 2020
Make it trend, people. #Burrisma.
Make it trend, people. #Burrisma. https://t.co/WA7YgVYosU— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) March 20, 2020
NBC's Peter Alexander: "What do you say to Americans who are watching you right now who are scared?" Trump: "I say you're a terrible reporter."
NBC's Peter Alexander: "What do you say to Americans who are watching you right now who are scared?"— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 20, 2020
Trump: "I say you're a terrible reporter."
Across the Middle East, millions live in overcrowded refugee camps, migrant centers, and displacement sites with poor sanitation and little health infrastructure. Many others are held in densely packed prisons. This is a recipe for a COVID-19 disaster.
Across the Middle East, millions live in overcrowded refugee camps, migrant centers, and displacement sites with poor sanitation and little health infrastructure. Many others are held in densely packed prisons. This is a recipe for a COVID-19 disaster. https://t.co/y06maTXwxS— Colin Kahl (@ColinKahl) March 20, 2020
Many of us told the White House in early February that we needed an emergency fund to purchase supplies. They waved us off - told us they had it under control.
Many of us told the White House in early February that we needed an emergency fund to purchase supplies. They waved us off - told us they had it under control. https://t.co/tOx0wq2lr5— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) March 20, 2020
Call me crazy but I just don’t think corporate tax cuts and no strings attached industry bailouts are where we should be putting our money right now.
Call me crazy but I just don’t think corporate tax cuts and no strings attached industry bailouts are where we should be putting our money right now.— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) March 20, 2020
Rethinking the Coronavirus Shutdown: Money is Worth More than Your Lives
Rethinking the Coronavirus Shutdown: Money is Worth More than Your Lives pic.twitter.com/P8rlpeLl8v— Bobby Lewis (@revrrlewis) March 20, 2020
There need to be repercussions to official Russians like Lavrov, Glazyev and others who openly participate on disinformation and information warfare
There need to be repercussions to official Russians like Lavrov, Glazyev and others who openly participate on disinformation and information warfare. https://t.co/aC6yTDSQK5— John Sipher (@john_sipher) March 20, 2020
Yesterday we buried a lovely woman. Due to #Covid19 there was no wake & our community couldn’t enter the church. But the entire parish came out & lined the 2km road to graveyard to say goodbye to Betty Ryan. Ar scΓ‘th a chΓ©ile a mhaireann na daoine
Yesterday we buried a lovely woman. Due to #Covid19 there was no wake & our community couldn’t enter the church.— SeΓ‘n Mac an tSΓthigh (@Buailtin) March 20, 2020
But the entire parish came out & lined the 2km road to graveyard to say goodbye to Betty Ryan.
Ar scΓ‘th a chΓ©ile a mhaireann na daoine #WestKerry pic.twitter.com/Sns99qUSad
Fuck these guys, they would rather give a trillion to corporations that have already made record profits.
Fuck these guys, they would rather give a trillion to corporations that have already made record profits. https://t.co/BRmhYoYNQG— #RandomWhiteGuy (@coleyworld) March 20, 2020
Entire Georgia legislature urged to self-quarantine after senator shows up to vote despite coronavirus test, which turned out positive
Entire Georgia legislature urged to self-quarantine after senator shows up to vote despite coronavirus test, which turned out positive https://t.co/IMU2D7RgkZ pic.twitter.com/wWo8cEF8bF— The Hill (@thehill) March 20, 2020
The Trump attempt to brand coronavirus as "Chinese" is his attempt to transform his own catastrophic failure to defend the nation - and his allies' corrupt trading on that failure - into a racialized foreign threat. Don't be scammed. My latest
The Trump attempt to brand coronavirus as "Chinese" is his attempt to transform his own catastrophic failure to defend the nation - and his allies' corrupt trading on that failure - into a racialized foreign threat. Don't be scammed. My latest: https://t.co/FyGzIpkarf— David Frum (@davidfrum) March 20, 2020
Eric, show us the stocks you bought on February 28.
Eric, show us the stocks you bought on February 28. pic.twitter.com/5Gq3vMHnT6— David Frum (@davidfrum) March 20, 2020
Sen. @GaryPeters says Michigan is ready to begin the process of turning shuttered car factories into manufacturing centers for masks, other PPE, and hospital beds, but he needs the President to trigger the Defense Production Act to start that process.
Sen. @GaryPeters says Michigan is ready to begin the process of turning shuttered car factories into manufacturing centers for masks, other PPE, and hospital beds, but he needs the President to trigger the Defense Production Act to start that process. @Morning_Joe— Cat Rakowski (@catrakowski) March 20, 2020
Remember when Wilbur Ross said coronavirus would be good for the economy?
Remember when Wilbur Ross said coronavirus would be good for the economy? https://t.co/EAJqCYuo3Y— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) March 20, 2020
It's time for Biden to appoint a shadow cabinet to start managing what SHOULD be the responsibility of the federal government - strategizing with manufacturers to ensure production and distribution of necessary PPE and other medical necessitie
It's time for Biden to appoint a shadow cabinet to start managing what SHOULD be the responsibility of the federal government - strategizing with manufacturers to ensure production and distribution of necessary PPE and other medical necessities.https://t.co/lmsVAlOPgF— random facts girl, ε€εΊη¦.INTROVERTING FOR HUMANITY. (@soychicka) March 20, 2020
Trump now says he knew a pandemic was going to shut down the USA when he said this with the full support of the Fox propaganda delivery system.
Trump now says he knew a pandemic was going to shut down the USA when he said this with the full support of the Fox propaganda delivery system. https://t.co/t3VrY9HqLn— Lawrence O'Donnell (@Lawrence) March 20, 2020
.@NYCMayor says the federal government has been absent
.@NYCMayor says the federal government has been absent: https://t.co/mwYZDI5HKt— Morning Joe (@Morning_Joe) March 20, 2020
Why did the DOJ decide to drop the prosecution of a Russian company indicted for interfering in the 2016 election?
Why did the DOJ decide to drop the prosecution of a Russian company indicted for interfering in the 2016 election? https://t.co/OO2WWwOIyU— Citizens for Ethics (@CREWcrew) March 19, 2020
Analysis: Fox News’s Hannity denied calling coronavirus a "hoax" nine days after he called it a "hoax"
Analysis: Fox News’s Hannity denied calling coronavirus a "hoax" nine days after he called it a "hoax" https://t.co/52yCsl6P4R— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) March 20, 2020
McConnell fighting to keep Loeffler in Senate “The Senate Leadership Fund & One Nation—both aligned w/ McConnell—spent nearly $2M on ads from late Feb-mid-March...revealing they’re deeply concerned about Collins...running against Sen. Kelly Loeffler...”
McConnell fighting to keep Loeffler in Senate— blmohr (@blmohr) March 20, 2020
“The Senate Leadership Fund & One Nation—both aligned w/ McConnell—spent nearly $2M on ads from late Feb-mid-March...revealing they’re deeply concerned about Collins...running against Sen. Kelly Loeffler...” https://t.co/EMftbogqlx
Mainland China has reported no new domestically transmitted coronavirus cases for a second day running, offering a glimmer of hope around the world that spread of the virus can be dramatically slowed down
Mainland China has reported no new domestically transmitted coronavirus cases for a second day running, offering a glimmer of hope around the world that spread of the virus can be dramatically slowed downhttps://t.co/IGtebhQnWZ— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) March 20, 2020
It's time to raid the science labs, wood shops, and art studios of America's K-12 schools for protective eyewear and face shields. Also, theater shops. I bet the Broadway scenic shops are loaded with potentially useful goods in this regard
It's time to raid the science labs, wood shops, and art studios of America's K-12 schools for protective eyewear and face shields.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) March 20, 2020
Also, theater shops. I bet the Broadway scenic shops are loaded with potentially useful goods in this regard. https://t.co/ji0ObV60uD
In WWII, they transformed factories to meet the deficit in planes, tanks, ships, munitions. In 2020, we need to meet the deficit in cotton swabs, basic masks and gloves, ventilators.
In WWII, they transformed factories to meet the deficit in planes, tanks, ships, munitions.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) March 20, 2020
In 2020, we need to meet the deficit in cotton swabs, basic masks and gloves, ventilators. https://t.co/4F7LRJMMlN
President Trump said he is considering “repercussions” for the Chinese government’s handling of coronavirus, after days of placing the blame for the virus on the country.
President Trump said he is considering “repercussions” for the Chinese government’s handling of coronavirus, after days of placing the blame for the virus on the country. https://t.co/CsKmXiRee8— CNN (@CNN) March 20, 2020
UK asks retired nurses, doctors to work again amid coronavirus pandemic
UK asks retired nurses, doctors to work again amid coronavirus pandemic https://t.co/P37cgl0HUk— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) March 20, 2020
Trump called coronavirus an "unforeseen problem." But a simulation on YouTube two years ago envisioned: "A lot of casualties,” “Telework & social distancing,” “Schools closed,” “Demand for surgical masks & respirators far exceed[ing] available supply."
Trump called coronavirus an "unforeseen problem."— Mike Levine (@MLevineReports) March 20, 2020
But a simulation on YouTube two years ago envisioned: "A lot of casualties,” “Telework & social distancing,” “Schools closed,” “Demand for surgical masks & respirators far exceed[ing] available supply."https://t.co/CaiI7tpQ0a
Bored. Empty. Useless. Those black holes for eyes? A window to nowhere.
Bored. Empty. Useless. Those black holes for eyes? A window to nowhere. https://t.co/2A41FRe0Zc— Steven Beschloss (@StevenBeschloss) March 20, 2020
Bank Of America Allowing Loan Deferments Due To Coronavirus Pandemic
Bank Of America Allowing Loan Deferments Due To Coronavirus Pandemic https://t.co/TodNaETASM— WBZ | CBS Boston News (@wbz) March 20, 2020
FLOWN FOR TREATMENT: A Southern California resident infected with COVID-19 arrived at LAX on a private air-ambulance from Aruba, with staff in full biohazard protective gear. The patient was transported to an isolation chamber in Orange County.
FLOWN FOR TREATMENT: A Southern California resident infected with COVID-19 arrived at LAX on a private air-ambulance from Aruba, with staff in full biohazard protective gear.— ABC News (@ABC) March 20, 2020
The patient was transported to an isolation chamber in Orange County. https://t.co/Zi65rcz9Xy pic.twitter.com/Tpfnx75Ekb
The Trump administration ran a government exercise last year simulating a severe influenza pandemic for which there is no vaccine that showed the country was ill-prepared, according to The New York Time
The Trump administration ran a government exercise last year simulating a severe influenza pandemic for which there is no vaccine that showed the country was ill-prepared, according to The New York Times https://t.co/RMyhGHWYik— CNN (@CNN) March 20, 2020
Ron Johnson says federal guidance issued to fight the deadly coronavirus is ridiculous, & too severe. “I'm not denying #COVIDγΌ19 can be nasty, but only 1–3.4% of the population will die.” That means “97-99% will get through this.” NOTE: Death rate is 3.4%
Ron Johnson says federal guidance issued to fight the deadly coronavirus is ridiculous, & too severe.— Arctic Friend (@FriendEden100) March 20, 2020
“I'm not denying #COVIDγΌ19 can be nasty, but only 1–3.4% of the population will die.” That means “97-99% will get through this.” NOTE: Death rate is 3.4%https://t.co/TLJPq8Nidh
The potential insider trading is dreadful and possibly criminal, but what could elevate this to a historic scandal is the idea that senators may have known enough to be alarmed for themselves yet still projected rosy scenarios to the public AND failed to make sure we were ready
The potential insider trading is dreadful and possibly criminal, but what could elevate this to a historic scandal is the idea that senators may have known enough to be alarmed for themselves yet still projected rosy scenarios to the public AND failed to make sure we were ready. https://t.co/PeMktkEPFA— David French (@DavidAFrench) March 20, 2020
"There is no greater moral crime than betraying your country in a time of crisis,"
"There is no greater moral crime than betraying your country in a time of crisis,"https://t.co/fOL7WpwTkn— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) March 20, 2020
Mitch McConnell wants to cut Democrats OUT of direct negotiations for the TRILLION DOLlAR bailout he’s planning for corporate America. To #saveworkers we need House and Senate Democrats at that table - or we’re all on the menu.
π¨Mitch McConnell wants to cut Democrats OUT of direct negotiations for the TRILLION DOLlAR bailout he’s planning for corporate America. To #saveworkers we need House and Senate Democrats at that table - or we’re all on the menu. https://t.co/5oSb6sjwMp— Christine Pelosi (@sfpelosi) March 19, 2020
Hearing Congress may leave as soon as emergency bill passed. Let me just be clear here: there's more than this one bill. A lot more. Congress needs to be in Washington to get them done. They need to stop doing bullsh*t meetings, traveling, stay in soft-quarantine on the job.
Hearing Congress may leave as soon as emergency bill passed.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) March 19, 2020
Let me just be clear here: there's more than this one bill. A lot more. Congress needs to be in Washington to get them done.
They need to stop doing bullsh*t meetings, traveling, stay in soft-quarantine on the job. https://t.co/67z9Q44RBi
Fox & Trump World will cheerfully sacrifice Burr, to punish him for not protecting Trump on the Russia investigation. They assume the questions will stop there. That assumption should be challenged. If senators traded on classified info, did Trump and his family?
Fox & Trump World will cheerfully sacrifice Burr, to punish him for not protecting Trump on the Russia investigation. They assume the questions will stop there. That assumption should be challenged.— David Frum (@davidfrum) March 20, 2020
If senators traded on classified info, did Trump and his family?
Be prepared to dump stock and maybe short-sell some equities before the dumb money starts dying? Cool message.
Be prepared to dump stock and maybe short-sell some equities before the dumb money starts dying?— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) March 19, 2020
Cool message. https://t.co/bfgjt1swqd
My 2 year old grand daughter is in an ambulance on her way to a hospital with a 104 degree temperature because you chose to eliminate the pandemic task force and ignore what was happening in China. You are a menace to this country and a disgrace to America
My 2 year old grand daughter is in an ambulance on her way to a hospital with a 104 degree temperature because you chose to eliminate the pandemic task force and ignore what was happening in China. You are a menace to this country and a disgrace to America. https://t.co/EWKxDd3rJ4— David Russell (@davidbrussell) March 19, 2020
From my daughter in law who’s a RN in CO: Our hospital has actually set up SEWING stations throughout the building to make masks/gowns out of sterile wrap that’s used in the OR - it’s set up assembly line style with cutting stations & sewing machine stations.
From my daughter in law who’s a RN in CO:— Claire McCaskill (@clairecmc) March 20, 2020
Our hospital has actually set up SEWING stations throughout the building to make masks/gowns out of sterile wrap that’s used in the OR - it’s set up assembly line style with cutting stations & sewing machine stations.
A pandemic searching for host bodies doesn’t discriminate between regime decision-makers and those average Iranians they rule. Nor can Iran’s health needs in a global pandemic be separated from America’s or the world’s
A pandemic searching for host bodies doesn’t discriminate between regime decision-makers and those average Iranians they rule. Nor can Iran’s health needs in a global pandemic be separated from America’s or the world’s. https://t.co/6zIYigIThg— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) March 20, 2020
WTF!!! Is this administration trying to cause this virus to spread? This is crazy. Governors are outbid by the federal government for supplies. There are healthcare workers Right Now....it’s time to stop messing around and get this right
WTF!!! Is this administration trying to cause this virus to spread? This is crazy. Governors are outbid by the federal government for supplies.— Fred Guttenberg (@fred_guttenberg) March 19, 2020
There are healthcare workers Right Now....it’s time to stop messing around and get this right.https://t.co/wtO1uE9tg4
I think it’s time for the media to address the elephant in the room: Trump may be incapable of understanding the problem. It involves data, graphs, projections, connecting dots, conceptual thinking. I think he fundamentally cannot mentally grasp it.
I think it’s time for the media to address the elephant in the room: Trump may be incapable of understanding the problem. It involves data, graphs, projections, connecting dots, conceptual thinking. I think he fundamentally cannot mentally grasp it.— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) March 19, 2020
I just matched @yashar’s $1,000 donation to provide immediate cash grants to hourly workers, including tipped workers, who have been devastated by this crisis. Give what you can & spread the word
I just matched @yashar’s $1,000 donation to provide immediate cash grants to hourly workers, including tipped workers, who have been devastated by this crisis. Give what you can & spread the wordπ https://t.co/w5IgC5xhVK— Preet Bharara (@PreetBharara) March 20, 2020
Public agencies are urging people to throw their disinfecting wipes in the trash, warning that not doing so could cause blockages and damage to sewer systems.
Public agencies are urging people to throw their disinfecting wipes in the trash, warning that not doing so could cause blockages and damage to sewer systems. https://t.co/6NOsGYtc8f— CNN (@CNN) March 20, 2020
This is so unbelievably dangerous. The press has done nothing but convey the gravity of the crisis, and by discrediting the media, Trump empowers the hoax purveyors and conspiracy theorists who tell people there’s nothing to worry about.
This is so unbelievably dangerous.— Chris Murphy (@ChrisMurphyCT) March 19, 2020
The press has done nothing but convey the gravity of the crisis, and by discrediting the media, Trump empowers the hoax purveyors and conspiracy theorists who tell people there’s nothing to worry about. https://t.co/P0wF14uQES
The US Senate under @senatemajldr is the most corrupt & unAmerican in US history. Trips to Russia on the 4th of July, giving over their power to the the executive branch, dumping stocks before a national crisis all the while pushing the story that it was a “hoax”...criminals.
The US Senate under @senatemajldr is the most corrupt & unAmerican in US history.— Mandy Thornton (@thornton_mandy) March 20, 2020
Trips to Russia on the 4th of July, giving over their power to the the executive branch, dumping stocks before a national crisis all the while pushing the story that it was a “hoax”...criminals.
I am sorry to dwell on this, but it makes me so mad that Trumpism — an anti-science, anti-government ideology and a culture of toadyism and corruption — has caused this suffering. We must never forget. It is a virus itself, in our body politic
I am sorry to dwell on this, but it makes me so mad that Trumpism — an anti-science, anti-government ideology and a culture of toadyism and corruption — has caused this suffering.— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) March 19, 2020
We must never forget.
It is a virus itself, in our body politic.https://t.co/JVM72XyTHS
Loeffler also purchased between $100,000 and $250,000 in Citrix, which offers popular teleworking software and has actually seen a slight bump in its stock price
Loeffler also purchased between $100,000 and $250,000 in Citrix, which offers popular teleworking software and has actually seen a slight bump in its stock price https://t.co/euaTv2JtIL— Lachlan Markay (@lachlan) March 20, 2020
Members of Congress **ILLEGALLY profiting** off private briefings about an unprecedented global #pandemic that will kill millions of people. There are no words.
Members of Congress **ILLEGALLY profiting** off private briefings about an unprecedented global #pandemic that will kill millions of people.— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) March 20, 2020
There are no words.π€¬
Because insider trading is hilarious
Because insider trading is hilarious.https://t.co/jsVrPekiUr— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) March 20, 2020
What is more shocking - that a Republican Senator may have engaged in insider trading or that his selloff presumed Trump would bungle the coronavirus response and tank the stocks?
What is more shocking - that a Republican Senator may have engaged in insider trading or that his selloff presumed Trump would bungle the coronavirus response and tank the stocks? https://t.co/Tdy5USF0X0— Christine Pelosi (@sfpelosi) March 19, 2020
For some 18 years, Kelly Loeffler worked for Intercontinental Exchange. Most recently, she was the CEO of Bakkt, its cryptocurrency platform.
For some 18 years, Kelly Loeffler worked for Intercontinental Exchange. Most recently, she was the CEO of Bakkt, its cryptocurrency platform.— David Gura (@davidgura) March 20, 2020
What did the Trump family sell, and when did they sell it?
What did the Trump family sell, and when did they sell it?— David Frum (@davidfrum) March 20, 2020
If @SenatorBurr does not resign by Monday, this country is surrendering to systemic corruption and real evil. We need a massive, nationwide condemnation of Senator Burr TODAY. The tape that has become public is disgusting and the insider trading he has committed is a crime.
If @SenatorBurr does not resign by Monday, this country is surrendering to systemic corruption and real evil.— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) March 20, 2020
We need a massive, nationwide condemnation of Senator Burr TODAY.
The tape that has become public is disgusting and the insider trading he has committed is a crime.
Of 29 stock transactions that Loeffler and her husband made through mid-February, all but two were sales. One of Loeffler’s two purchases was stock worth between $100,000 and $250,000 in Citrix, a technology company that offers teleworking software
Of 29 stock transactions that Loeffler and her husband made through mid-February, all but two were sales. One of Loeffler’s two purchases was stock worth between $100,000 and $250,000 in Citrix, a technology company that offers teleworking software.https://t.co/AksNyXtjwG— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) March 20, 2020
Question: if a classified report comes through that COVID-19 treatments or vaccines are ready to be mass-produced, do @SenatorBurr and the GOP in Congress get 24 hours to pile in to airline and hotel stocks again, before the rest of us find out?
Question: if a classified report comes through that COVID-19 treatments or vaccines are ready to be mass-produced, do @SenatorBurr and the GOP in Congress get 24 hours to pile in to airline and hotel stocks again, before the rest of us find out?#InsiderTrading— Patribotics (@patribotics) March 20, 2020
The question is now: how many Republican officials were profiting off their secret foreknowledge of a mass casualty event while the president and his propaganda network were assuring everyone that the coronavirus was “contained?”
The question is now: how many Republican officials were profiting off their secret foreknowledge of a mass casualty event while the president and his propaganda network were assuring everyone that the coronavirus was “contained?”— Adam Serwerπ (@AdamSerwer) March 20, 2020
CNN's @AndersonCooper reads the poem "Lockdown" by Brother Richard Hendrick, a strong message of hope during the coronavirus pandemic.
CNN's @AndersonCooper reads the poem "Lockdown" by Brother Richard Hendrick, a strong message of hope during the coronavirus pandemic. https://t.co/idSeYdE8fh pic.twitter.com/sNYQ6mU18b— Anderson Cooper 360° (@AC360) March 20, 2020
"Democrats have dangerously and intentionally misled the American people on #Coronavirus readiness," she later tweeted
"Democrats have dangerously and intentionally misled the American people on #Coronavirus readiness," she later tweeted. https://t.co/m5daQ3ftrd— Noah Shachtman (@NoahShachtman) March 20, 2020
NEW: After assuring the public about the government's coronavirus preparedness, Senate Intel chair Richard Burr, in one day, sold off up to $1.6 million is stock. A week later, the market began its fall. His committee was receiving daily briefings
NEW: After assuring the public about the government's coronavirus preparedness, Senate Intel chair Richard Burr, in one day, sold off up to $1.6 million is stock.— Robert Faturechi (@RobertFaturechi) March 19, 2020
A week later, the market began its fall.
His committee was receiving daily briefings.https://t.co/LlMDnKnYoQ
This is the kind of thing you’d do if you planned on being a candidate for office soon.
This is the kind of thing you’d do if you planned on being a candidate for office soon. https://t.co/hZHg3pM9IC— The Hoarse Whisperer (@HoarseWisperer) March 19, 2020
Fox News’ Tucker Carlson says Richard Burr betrayed his country — and should resign to face prosecution
Fox News’ Tucker Carlson says Richard Burr betrayed his country — and should resign to face prosecution - https://t.co/NLk0kpHFkY— Cheri Jacobus (@CheriJacobus) March 20, 2020
Federal prosecutors just detailed new allegations against one of Trump's inaugural committee donors: They say Imaad Zuberi’s case reveals “corrupt foreign interference with our elections.”
Federal prosecutors just detailed new allegations against one of Trump's inaugural committee donors: They say Imaad Zuberi’s case reveals “corrupt foreign interference with our elections.” https://t.co/Sd4EApnHt6— Mother Jones (@MotherJones) March 20, 2020
Just when you think the world’s gone nuts & can’t get worse, you learn that while accusing Dems of politicizing a pandemic (which we didn’t) the GOP were calling it a Hoax while dumping their stocks aka INSIDER TRADING. Then you realize who do we even have left to arrest them?
Just when you think the world’s gone nuts & can’t get worse, you learn that while accusing Dems of politicizing a pandemic (which we didn’t) the GOP were calling it a Hoax while dumping their stocks aka INSIDER TRADING.— Alison Greene (@GrassrootsSpeak) March 20, 2020
Then you realize who do we even have left to arrest them?π€―
As the virus spread in their community, most believed it was a "liberal hoax" designed to hurt Trump. They spread the lies they were fed, laughed at all the jokes. And then, someone they knew got sick. Welcome to coronavirus in the house that Rush built
As the virus spread in their community, most believed it was a "liberal hoax" designed to hurt Trump. They spread the lies they were fed, laughed at all the jokes. And then, someone they knew got sick.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) March 20, 2020
Welcome to coronavirus in the house that Rush built https://t.co/qWbc8z8Gbc
Just had a long talk with my teenager about the lockdowns going on. I told her that every day that no one in our family is sick is a day we thank the Lord and that we do our best to be good Americans and make some sacrifices to protect our fellow citizens. Gave it my best shot.
Just had a long talk with my teenager about the lockdowns going on. I told her that every day that no one in our family is sick is a day we thank the Lord and that we do our best to be good Americans and make some sacrifices to protect our fellow citizens.— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) March 20, 2020
Gave it my best shot.
Words matter, and storytelling matters. Make everybody you know who is under 50 read this, all the way through to the end.
Words matter, and storytelling matters.— Louise Mensch (@LouiseMensch) March 20, 2020
Make everybody you know who is under 50 read this, all the way through to the end. https://t.co/T8wNdzjdfG
Members of Congress should not own individual stocks, period
Members of Congress should not own individual stocks, period. https://t.co/JLHzooFogE— Preet Bharara (@PreetBharara) March 20, 2020
Americans urgently need cash to meet immediate needs, that’s been my goal from the start. The current bill has promise but it shouldn’t give lower earners smaller checks —that’s directly contrary to my proposal. We need to fix this to ensure lower earners get equal payments
Americans urgently need cash to meet immediate needs, that’s been my goal from the start. The current bill has promise but it shouldn’t give lower earners smaller checks —that’s directly contrary to my proposal. We need to fix this to ensure lower earners get equal payments.— Senator Mitt Romney (@SenatorRomney) March 20, 2020
If true, 14% will need hospitalization - 3.57 million people 6-8% will need intensive care.- 1.78 million people Now do you understand what Trump and the GOP have done?
If true, 14% will need hospitalization - 3.57 million people— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) March 19, 2020
6-8% will need intensive care.- 1.78 million people
Now do you understand what Trump and the GOP have done? π https://t.co/bt6VSY6nSl
California Gov Newsom letter to Trump requesting hospital ship: “We project that roughly 56% of our population — 25.5 million people — will be infected with the virus over an eight week period.”
California Gov Newsom letter to Trump requesting hospital ship: “We project that roughly 56% of our population — 25.5 million people — will be infected with the virus over an eight week period.” (!!) pic.twitter.com/OKDUKZzUVK— Jon Passantino (@passantino) March 19, 2020
The senators thought: This news is really bad. Perhaps I should speak out, urge immediate action, save thousands of lives? Then they thought: No, speaking out would only upset Trump. I'll call my broker instead.
The senators thought:— David Frum (@davidfrum) March 20, 2020
This news is really bad. Perhaps I should speak out, urge immediate action, save thousands of lives?
Then they thought:
No, speaking out would only upset Trump. I'll call my broker instead.
From @SpeakerPelosi and me: We are beginning to review Senator McConnell’s proposal and on first reading, it is not at all pro-worker and instead puts corporations way ahead of workers.#WorkersFirst
From @SpeakerPelosi and me:— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) March 20, 2020
We are beginning to review Senator McConnell’s proposal and on first reading, it is not at all pro-worker and instead puts corporations way ahead of workers.#WorkersFirst
Whoops. Looks like we found *another* @GOP senator who "suddenly" dumped his stock holdings right after a private briefing on #coronavirus. Senator @JimInhofe sold up to $500,000 of his stock on the Monday after his Friday (1/24) briefing.
ππΌWhoops. Looks like we found *another* @GOP senator who "suddenly" dumped his stock holdings right after a private briefing on #coronavirus.— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) March 20, 2020
Senator @JimInhofe sold up to $500,000 of his stock on the Monday after his Friday (1/24) briefing.π§ https://t.co/XMQckhSghf
To clarify, one of Inhofe's stock trades, worth up to $100,000, was made about 3 weeks after the briefing. The remaining trades (worth up to $400,000) were made on the Monday after the Friday briefing.
To clarify, one of Inhofe's stock trades, worth up to $100,000, was made about 3 weeks after the briefing. The remaining trades (worth up to $400,000) were made on the Monday after the Friday briefing.— Dr. Dena Grayson (@DrDenaGrayson) March 20, 2020
The 2012 STOCK act made #InsiderTrading by Members of Congress ILLEGAL.
Yes, the part where they were BUYING stock to profit from the coming panic is actually much, much worse than just selling off stuff before the market crashed. These senators -- and whoever else joined them in their dystopian profiteering -- are not fit for office of any kind
Yes, the part where they were BUYING stock to profit from the coming panic is actually much, much worse than just selling off stuff before the market crashed.— Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew) March 20, 2020
These senators -- and whoever else joined them in their dystopian profiteering -- are not fit for office of any kind. https://t.co/ko1JwOcN5Z
"By not anticipating the catastrophe we are now living, Trump joins a pantheon of American leaders whose failures of imagination have come at great cost. The perspective was very different in the Obama administration,"
"By not anticipating the catastrophe we are now living, Trump joins a pantheon of American leaders whose failures of imagination have come at great cost. The perspective was very different in the Obama administration," Alice Hill writes for @CNNOpinion https://t.co/pq6FKLpTip— CNN (@CNN) March 20, 2020
More evidence below that the stimulus plan by @realDonaldTrump & @senatemajldr McConnell is far too small. A $1 trillion stimulus is nowhere near what is necessary. We need at least triple that amount.
More evidence below that the stimulus plan by @realDonaldTrump & @senatemajldr McConnell is far too small. A $1 trillion stimulus is nowhere near what is necessary. We need at least triple that amount. https://t.co/bQY3WVFyN6— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) March 20, 2020
It’s a good thing Republican senators are keeping us safe from the corruption threat we face from Burisma.
It’s a good thing Republican senators are keeping us safe from the corruption threat we face from Burisma.— Benjamin Wittes (@benjaminwittes) March 20, 2020
Sen. Burr responds to my piece from this morning. You can read the story here
Sen. Burr responds to my piece from this morning.— Tim Mak (@timkmak) March 19, 2020
You can read the story here: https://t.co/afyvzaMyXK https://t.co/JiedA9gebh
Hearing from sources close to President Trump that Burr needs to resign.
Hearing from sources close to President Trump that Burr needs to resign. https://t.co/gMySUxeFO9— John Santucci (@Santucci) March 20, 2020
This tweet aged amazingly.
This tweet aged amazingly. pic.twitter.com/GQwB6WgtWy— Molly Jong-Fastπ‘ (@MollyJongFast) March 19, 2020
Kelly Loeffler’s husband is chairman of the New York Stock Exchange.
Kelly Loeffler’s husband is chairman of the New York Stock Exchange.— Blake 'Don't Touch Your Face' News (@blakehounshell) March 20, 2020
What is going on here, President Trump? We called on you to invoke the Defense Production Act. But in addition, we expect you to use it immediately. Why aren’t you using this authority now to make testing kits, masks, beds, ventilators?
What is going on here, President Trump?— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) March 20, 2020
We called on you to invoke the Defense Production Act. But in addition, we expect you to use it immediately.
Why aren’t you using this authority now to make testing kits, masks, beds, ventilators? https://t.co/wL3kBTRgOO
Context: Florida, with about three million uninsured people, has not expanded Medicaid and ranks 48th in Medicaid spending for children, pregnant women, low-income families, and the elderly and disabled.
Context: Florida, with about three million uninsured people, has not expanded Medicaid and ranks 48th in Medicaid spending for children, pregnant women, low-income families, and the elderly and disabled.— Kevin Cate (@KevinCate) March 19, 2020
"Today I'm pivoting away from my Assad, Putin love fest, to try and save my seat in Hawaii by supporting Joe Biden & hoping Democrats forget the last 3 yrs of my bullshit"
"Today I'm pivoting away from my Assad, Putin love fest, to try and save my seat in Hawaii by supporting Joe Biden & hoping Democrats forget the last 3 yrs of my bullshit"— Pete EVANS (@911CORLEBRA777) March 20, 2020
cc@thespybrief @ericgarland @LouiseMensch @JamesFourM https://t.co/q2aT79IxOR
Someone left this note for the OAN personality at the White House: “Do you think your question was helpful in halting the spread of the coronavirus?”
Someone left this note for the OAN personality at the White House: “Do you think your question was helpful in halting the spread of the coronavirus?” pic.twitter.com/Jy8rzVs5Y0— Oliver Darcy (@oliverdarcy) March 19, 2020
ProPublica: Soon after he offered public assurances that the government was ready to battle the coronavirus, Sen. Richard Burr sold off a significant percentage of his stocks—between $582,029 and $1.56 million of his holdings on Feb. 13 in 29 transactions.
ProPublica: Soon after he offered public assurances that the government was ready to battle the coronavirus, Sen. Richard Burr sold off a significant percentage of his stocks—between $582,029 and $1.56 million of his holdings on Feb. 13 in 29 transactions. https://t.co/MamWGgHn4f— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) March 19, 2020
Multi-millionaire televangelist Kenneth Copeland tells viewers that even if they lose their jobs because of the coronavirus outbreak, they must continue giving to the church: "Whatever you do right now, don't you stop tithing!"
Multi-millionaire televangelist Kenneth Copeland tells viewers that even if they lose their jobs because of the coronavirus outbreak, they must continue giving to the church: "Whatever you do right now, don't you stop tithing!" pic.twitter.com/Xp154Fm1rn— Right Wing Watch (@RightWingWatch) March 19, 2020
Dear @POTUS: Governors cannot invoke the Defense Production Act to get protective equipment to hospitals and first responders. You alone can fix it
Dear @POTUS: Governors cannot invoke the Defense Production Act to get protective equipment to hospitals and first responders. You alone can fix it. https://t.co/92IgZnAl5P— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) March 19, 2020
Except everyone
Except everyone https://t.co/qYmOaxiK84— Molly Jong-Fastπ‘ (@MollyJongFast) March 19, 2020
Republicans are humanitarian criminals. He profited on lives. People are NOW dying and he went and got a quick buck. He needs to be tossed in prison for life.
Republicans are humanitarian criminals. He profited on lives. People are NOW dying and he went and got a quick buck. He needs to be tossed in prison for life.— BadDude.SimoHayhaπ (@ChiefCovfefe) March 19, 2020
As the world focuses on Coronavirus, Barr is quietly dismantling charges filed by Mueller.
As the world focuses on Coronavirus, Barr is quietly dismantling charges filed by Mueller. My thoughts, just posted in @just_security https://t.co/o2mJub6uzr— Barb McQuade (@BarbMcQuade) March 19, 2020
Russia is at war with the West, and there’s a body count.
Russia is at war with the West, and there’s a body count. https://t.co/C52fFLTxO3— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) March 19, 2020
After weeks of calling the corona virus an impeachment hoax Fox News is praising Trumps "strong" response to it. Here are some of their sponsors.
After weeks of calling the corona virus an impeachment hoax Fox News is praising Trumps "strong" response to it. Here are some of their sponsors.— DizzyBigIslandπ (@philipbelanger3) March 19, 2020
Disney
Hulu
Marvel
StarWars
Procter&Gamble
Nestle
Purina
UniversalPictures
DuluthTradingCo
Petsmart
Chewy
Walmart
AngiesList
Carvana
Former UN ambassador Haley resigns from Boeing board, opposing government aid
Former UN ambassador Haley resigns from Boeing board, opposing government aid https://t.co/DzGCdcfMaf— Matt Murphy (@MattMurph24) March 19, 2020
Trump lies in a briefing that a malaria drug's been approved for use against the coronavirus. FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn clarified it would be the first drug to be tested. Then Trump repeated the lie multiple times in a conference with governors.
Trump lies in a briefing that a malaria drug's been approved for use against the coronavirus. FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn clarified it would be the first drug to be tested. Then Trump repeated the lie multiple times in a conference with governors.#TrumpsAPathologicalLiar pic.twitter.com/7fTte1Wk3n— John Moffitt π (@JohnRMoffitt) March 19, 2020
Senate's going to do some more insider trading and then keep letting a Mobster lower America's defenses from a pandemic and let thousands more die? Got it. And for which country are you getting it done, again?
Make sure you tell these guys the good news, @SenateMajLdr. pic.twitter.com/DSfnqBvzZE— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) March 19, 2020
To be clear, Sen Loeffler not only dumped stock, illegally using non-public information (allegedly), she used the proceeds to buys stock in a TELEWORKING SOFTWARE company, profiting off the #COVID19-induced collapse of the economy.
To be clear, Sen Loeffler not only dumped stock, illegally using non-public information (allegedly), she used the proceeds to buys stock in a TELEWORKING SOFTWARE company, profiting off the #COVID19-induced collapse of the economy. https://t.co/H2EUBSUDL6— Julia Ioffe (@juliaioffe) March 20, 2020
Explain the stock sales then? How you gonna spin that? The fact you needed to respond is telling. You're going to jail scumbag.
Explain the stock sales then? How you gonna spin that? The fact you needed to respond is telling. You're going to jail scumbag. https://t.co/lw25JGoV5W— BadDude.SimoHayhaπ (@ChiefCovfefe) March 19, 2020
My latest: we need more ventilators, but we also need people to operate them. Do we have enough respiratory therapists? Please read, RT, and share.
My latest: we need more ventilators, but we also need people to operate them. Do we have enough respiratory therapists? Please read, RT, and share. #coronavirus https://t.co/BxXbpZMRCl— David Corn (@DavidCornDC) March 19, 2020
Patently illegal. Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge (STOCK) Act (Pub.L. 112–105, S. 2038, 126 Stat. 291, was enacted April 4, 2012. It is an Congressional act designed to combat insider trading. It was signed into law by Barack Obama.
Patently illegal.— Melonia Of The Plague (@MeloniaSherban) March 19, 2020
Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge (STOCK) Act (Pub.L. 112–105, S. 2038, 126 Stat. 291, was enacted April 4, 2012. It is an Congressional act designed to combat insider trading.
It was signed into law by Barack Obama. https://t.co/bgHG14WjcX
Will @SenThomTillis condemn @SenatorBurr's stock selloff based on non-public information he received by being a member of Congress?
Will @SenThomTillis condemn @SenatorBurr's stock selloff based on non-public information he received by being a member of Congress? #BurrMustResign #TillisMustCondemnhttps://t.co/PR8dVgvOTW— Indivisible Guide (@IndivisibleTeam) March 19, 2020
Coronavirus tests are now free, but treatment could still cost you
Coronavirus tests are now free, but treatment could still cost you https://t.co/J1su5aalFX— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) March 19, 2020
As a North Carolina resident, I am demanding Senator Richard Burr's immediate resignation.
As a North Carolina resident, I am demanding Senator Richard Burr's immediate resignation.— Red T Raccoon (@RedTRaccoon) March 19, 2020
"Rising Pharmaceuticals, a New Jersey based company, increased the price of chloroquine — an antimalarial, which is one of the drugs that is being tested against Covid-19 — on January 23"
"Rising Pharmaceuticals, a New Jersey based company, increased the price of chloroquine — an antimalarial, which is one of the drugs that is being tested against Covid-19 — on January 23" https://t.co/skldx7eP5t— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) March 19, 2020
The coronavirus crisis is badly hurting Trump’s chance at a second term
The coronavirus crisis is badly hurting Trump’s chance at a second term π¦ https://t.co/bcWlWVrJts— Jon Cooper πΊπΈ (@joncoopertweets) March 19, 2020
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