The European Union's move to bar American travelers will likely come as a disappointment to quarantine-weary globetrotters looking to get back out into the world.https://t.co/IeGpjqshzs— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) June 25, 2020
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
The European Union's move to bar American travelers will likely come as a disappointment to quarantine-weary globetrotters looking to get back out into the world
I've been to hundreds of congressional hearings over the years, and have *never* seen something this when a witness ran long - let alone to a witness who was a former Deputy Attorney General of the U.S. This is madness.
I've been to hundreds of congressional hearings over the years, and have *never* seen something this when a witness ran long - let alone to a witness who was a former Deputy Attorney General of the U.S. This is madness. https://t.co/sQZxahH6Rb— Elliot Williams (@elliotcwilliams) June 24, 2020
You like @GenMhayden unplugged? Tune in to @CNNTonight when he and fmr DNI James Clapper join @donlemon for a chat. @CNN
It will be great to be back on with Don and Jim tonight tonight! https://t.co/76eJ782nsl— Gen Michael Hayden (@GenMhayden) June 25, 2020
I can't wait to read Mary Trump's book detailed book about #FredsFailure. Anyone who gets $400 million dollars from their parent and still has to declare bankruptcy all the time is a TOTAL FAILURE.
I can't wait to read Mary Trump's book detailed book about #FredsFailure.— Grant Stern (@grantstern) June 20, 2020
Anyone who gets $400 million dollars from their parent and still has to declare bankruptcy all the time is a TOTAL FAILURE.pic.twitter.com/pwQFOZOl6e
This is all around bad. Just dad and I am worried how this can be turned around, how the DoJ can be the administer of Justice.
This is all around bad. Just dad and I am worried how this can be turned around, how the DoJ can be the administer of Justice. https://t.co/uuvEZ0lMVz— Clint Watts (@selectedwisdom) June 25, 2020
Texas’ coronavirus positivity rate exceeds 'warning flag' level that Gov. Greg Abbott created
Texas’ coronavirus positivity rate exceeds 'warning flag' level that Gov. Greg Abbott created https://t.co/LPYkFcXkRP— Raw Story (@RawStory) June 25, 2020
Such a confusing paradox that an administration so obsessed with keeping the stock market going up can’t seem to understand that economy won’t bounce back (no matter how much $ is printed) until the pandemic is dealt with.
Such a confusing paradox that an administration so obsessed with keeping the stock market going up can’t seem to understand that economy won’t bounce back (no matter how much $ is printed) until the pandemic is dealt with. https://t.co/0ERER3IOoD— Clint Watts (@selectedwisdom) June 25, 2020
“In Germany’s case, the greatest preoccupation among the United States, its Allies and Germans themselves was that the country’s police force never again be militarized, politicized and used as a cudgel by an authoritarian state.”
“In Germany’s case, the greatest preoccupation among the United States, its Allies and Germans themselves was that the country’s police force never again be militarized, politicized and used as a cudgel by an authoritarian state.” https://t.co/JSAovl01PC— McKay Smith (@McKayMSmith) June 25, 2020
JUST IN: SULLIVAN delays all proceedings in the Flynn case. Could be awaiting appeal or a move to hear decision en banc.
JUST IN: SULLIVAN delays all proceedings in the Flynn case. Could be awaiting appeal or a move to hear decision en banc. pic.twitter.com/n3Q0XN8Gd6— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) June 24, 2020
“The FBI is opening a new counterintelligence investigation that ties back to China every 10 hours,” says Wray
“The FBI is opening a new counterintelligence investigation that ties back to China every 10 hours,” says Wray. https://t.co/9Yy32ypBoe— James Hohmann (@jameshohmann) June 24, 2020
The White House did not provide an on-the-record comment. But an Interior Department spokesperson tells me: “The Secretary has made his position quite clear when it comes to lawlessness, violence against police, and destruction of public property.”
The White House did not provide an on-the-record comment. But an Interior Department spokesperson tells me: “The Secretary has made his position quite clear when it comes to lawlessness, violence against police, and destruction of public property.”— Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) June 24, 2020
NEW: Dozens of Secret Service officers and agents told to self-quarantine after Trump’s Tulsa rally
NEW: Dozens of Secret Service officers and agents told to self-quarantine after Trump’s Tulsa rally by @CarolLeonnig @partlowj https://t.co/RFFM3gGDji— Matt Viser (@mviser) June 24, 2020
Don Ayer is a highly distinguished and cautious lawyer. He’s also quite conservative. For him to say this about Barr is quite something. — Laurence Tribe
Don Ayer is a highly distinguished and cautious lawyer. He’s also quite conservative. For him to say this about Barr is quite something. https://t.co/Jrao9TIAuL— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) June 24, 2020
Malta's former deputy PM has been kicked out of the Labour Party, after refusing to resign, because of his #PanamaPapers connections.
Malta's former deputy PM has been kicked out of the Labour Party, after refusing to resign, because of his #PanamaPapers connections. https://t.co/WVKIaAVdUZ— ICIJ (@ICIJorg) June 24, 2020
This ride is making me nauseous. Why have donald & all his enablers (foreign and domestic) spent so much time, energy, money, propaganda, PR focus, slogan generation, & social media manipulation on this two-bit, broke-down loon? Why? Wtf does he know?
This ride is making me nauseous.— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) June 24, 2020
Why have donald & all his enablers (foreign and domestic) spent so much time, energy, money, propaganda, PR focus, slogan generation, & social media manipulation on this two-bit, broke-down loon?
Why?
Wtf does he know? https://t.co/WWH663T1sp
“The Justice Department last year charged him with conspiring with former U.S. Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning in one of the largest compromises of classified information in U.S. history.”
“The Justice Department last year charged him with conspiring with former U.S. Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning in one of the largest compromises of classified information in U.S. history.”https://t.co/aLON6YJR7m— The Grey Man (@IntelOperator) June 24, 2020
Trump’s slump has GOP watching with alarm Thune: “The President (needs) to strike a more empathetic tone." Graham: “It’s been a couple bad weeks.. we got to up our game." “Words matter,” Murkowski said Braun: “It looks like something needs to be adjusted."
Trump’s slump has GOP watching with alarm— Manu Raju (@mkraju) June 24, 2020
Thune: “The President (needs) to strike a more empathetic tone."
Graham: “It’s been a couple bad weeks.. we got to up our game."
“Words matter,” Murkowski said
Braun: “It looks like something needs to be adjusted." https://t.co/2Gui6wLzzQ
Delta says 10 employees dead from coronavirus, 500 infected
Holy crap!!! Cc @DrDenaGrayson https://t.co/Jbv78gXj1d— TheBaneOfAgolfTwitler.SimoHayha😠 (@ChiefCovfefe) June 24, 2020
Facial-Recognition Tools Banned for Boston Police
Facial-Recognition Tools Banned for Boston Police https://t.co/eruSMRKCZh— Courthouse News (@CourthouseNews) June 24, 2020
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will require a 14-day quarantine for anyone traveling from states with high rates of coronavirus. What you need to know if you're planning a trip
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will require a 14-day quarantine for anyone traveling from states with high rates of coronavirus.— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) June 24, 2020
What you need to know if you're planning a trip: https://t.co/Mtion89UrQ
This is UNREAL — the level of ignorance of the #MAGA crowd astounds. If they were only taking on risk for themselves, that’d be one thing, but they endanger us all w their STUPIDITY.
"I don't think you are worthy of your credentials, you need to go back to school and get educated."— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) June 24, 2020
Biggest flaw in my book: I never thought it would get this bad. https://t.co/GGMoPCOd8P
Donald Ayer: "What's happening now is much worse than what happened in Watergate —much worse. It's across-the-board. It's a systematic effort to undo the checks that were put in place in Watergate and others that existed in the Constitution. And we need to do something about it."
Donald Ayer: "What's happening now is much worse than what happened in Watergate —much worse. It's across-the-board. It's a systematic effort to undo the checks that were put in place in Watergate and others that existed in the Constitution. And we need to do something about it."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) June 24, 2020
Army activates 400 Guard troops to protect monuments in Washington, D.C.
Army activates 400 Guard troops to protect monuments in Washington, D.C. https://t.co/WwI8BIO0Ym TraitorTrump was WARNED not to use the ARMY.— Laura Sessions (@laurasessions10) June 24, 2020
"Part of our colleagues said that the whole hearing is here so we can embarrass the president. Let's just be clear. If we wanted to embarrass POTUS, we would sit back and do nothing and just let him continue to embarrass himself and say that you should drink bleach"-
"Part of our colleagues said that the whole hearing is here so we can embarrass the president. Let's just be clear. If we wanted to embarrass POTUS, we would sit back and do nothing and just let him continue to embarrass himself and say that you should drink bleach"- @RepRichmond pic.twitter.com/6DmR1UIoUD— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
Richmond: "Roger Stone got special treatment b/c he was covering up POTUS's misconduct, & the AG made it possible. The double standard here is absolutely cynical. If you're POTUS's longtime pal, you get special favors. But if you're peacefully protesting, you get tear-gassed"
Richmond: "Roger Stone got special treatment b/c he was covering up POTUS's misconduct, & the AG made it possible. The double standard here is absolutely cynical. If you're POTUS's longtime pal, you get special favors. But if you're peacefully protesting, you get tear-gassed" pic.twitter.com/fLcedTnbYB— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
Pandemics, explained for @RepMikeJohnson
Pandemics, explained for @RepMikeJohnson pic.twitter.com/yEco8emtfg— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
Ayer says Barr is "essentially using the DOJ to support the president's campaign." "The most serious problem I'm concerned about is his accelerating recitation of this narrative about Obamagate, or deep state conspiracy ... that's a totally improper misuse of the DOJ."
Ayer says Barr is "essentially using the DOJ to support the president's campaign."— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
"The most serious problem I'm concerned about is his accelerating recitation of this narrative about Obamagate, or deep state conspiracy ... that's a totally improper misuse of the DOJ." pic.twitter.com/cmVB4PFbCP
"There's no rules about when you can make noise" -- Louie Gohmert tried to cut off Ayer's opening statement, but Ayer was undeterred.
Democrats ask for the Sergeant at Arms to remove Gohmert from the hearing room because he refuses to stop banging on a table pic.twitter.com/PY3x4yWcYn— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
Donald Ayer: "I was privileged to serve in the DOJ under 2 Republican and 1 Democratic president, and I am here because I believe that William Barr poses the greatest threat in my lifetime to our rule of law and to public trust in it."
Donald Ayer: "I was privileged to serve in the DOJ under 2 Republican and 1 Democratic president, and I am here because I believe that William Barr poses the greatest threat in my lifetime to our rule of law and to public trust in it." pic.twitter.com/hywNKn3vjw— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
Democrats ask for the Sergeant at Arms to remove Gohmert from the hearing room because he refuses to stop banging on a table
This is how desperate Republicans are to stop the truth about Barr and the DOJ’s misbehavior from coming out. https://t.co/dsZKq52Cxc— Sheldon Whitehouse (@SenWhitehouse) June 24, 2020
BREAKING: Devin Nunes can’t sue Twitter over statements by fake cow, judge rules
BREAKING: Devin Nunes can’t sue Twitter over statements by fake cow, judge rules https://t.co/JtMpP6NfKs— Kate Irby (@kateirby) June 24, 2020
Meanwhile, in Florida..
#GOP makes it legit
Meanwhile, in Florida.. pic.twitter.com/HBviAlNPQi— Majority Report (@majorityfm) June 24, 2020
New Zealand recorded its largest restraint of funds after police froze US$91M belonging to a company owned by Alexander Vinnik, a Russian wanted by the US for laundering billions through a cryptocurrency scheme
New Zealand recorded its largest restraint of funds after police froze US$91M belonging to a company owned by Alexander Vinnik, a Russian wanted by the US for laundering billions through a cryptocurrency scheme. https://t.co/wcmKx9aMhQ— Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (@OCCRP) June 24, 2020
Former Deputy Attorney General Donald Ayer: "William Barr poses the greatest threat in my lifetime to our rule of law and to public trust in it. That is because he does not believe in its core principle — that no person is above the law."
Former Deputy Attorney General Donald Ayer: "William Barr poses the greatest threat in my lifetime to our rule of law and to public trust in it. That is because he does not believe in its core principle — that no person is above the law." https://t.co/S5bZZBaTiq pic.twitter.com/KbMFp5iEq9— CBS News (@CBSNews) June 24, 2020
"They'll be paying for the sending of additional troops" -- Trump announces that Poland has bought US troops that have been stationed in Germany
What in the actual holy fuck???!!!!!!!— CrustyWearsAGoddamnMask (@jelly_snatch) June 24, 2020
Trump begins his news conference with Polish President Duda by taking shots at unnamed NATO members that he falsely characterizes as "delinquent on what they're supposed to be paying"
Trump begins his news conference with Polish President Duda by taking shots at unnamed NATO members that he falsely characterizes as "delinquent on what they're supposed to be paying" pic.twitter.com/gBhTEYdRMW— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
Arkansas governor again states that meatpacking plants should stay open. Tyson is headquartered in the state, and there are hundreds of infections related to its plants
Arkansas governor again states that meatpacking plants should stay open. Tyson is headquartered in the state, and there are hundreds of infections related to its plants. https://t.co/NjP6fx4RDb— Olivia Paschal (@oliviacpaschal) June 24, 2020
Most Arizona TV news reports on the lead-up to Trump's visit failed to mention the state's recent spike in coronavirus cases
Most Arizona TV news reports on the lead-up to Trump's visit failed to mention the state's recent spike in coronavirus caseshttps://t.co/0pJHbbVytF— Media Matters (@mmfa) June 24, 2020
We will not fall into a political trap and take crumbs on the table when Americans are demanding real policing reform. This is a movement, and we will not be deterred.
We will not fall into a political trap and take crumbs on the table when Americans are demanding real policing reform.— Kamala Harris (@SenKamalaHarris) June 24, 2020
This is a movement, and we will not be deterred. pic.twitter.com/NNjhAJDOk3
“Yes, we are at capacity at Homestead Hospital today."
“Yes, we are at capacity at Homestead Hospital today."https://t.co/lnOUHI3cns— Rachel Maddow MSNBC (@maddow) June 24, 2020
BREAKING: North Carolina Governor announces mandatory mask policy in public places, indoors or outdoors
BREAKING: North Carolina Governor announces mandatory mask policy in public places, indoors or outdoors - WLOS— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) June 24, 2020
JUST IN: Judge Jackson issues an order in Roger Stone case instructing DOJ to explain by tomorrow its policy for how it has handed COVID-19 concerns for anyone set to start a prison sentence, as well as motions like the one Stone made yesterday seeking a delay b/c of the virus.
JUST IN: Judge Jackson issues an order in Roger Stone case instructing DOJ to explain by tomorrow its policy for how it has handed COVID-19 concerns for anyone set to start a prison sentence, as well as motions like the one Stone made yesterday seeking a delay b/c of the virus. pic.twitter.com/W6TbbawM8E— Darren Samuelsohn (@dsamuelsohn) June 24, 2020
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden's campaign is calling on Facebook and Twitter to remove false posts sent this week by President Trump about foreign-backed voter fraud and stoking fears of a "rigged election"
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden's campaign is calling on Facebook and Twitter to remove false posts sent this week by President Trump about foreign-backed voter fraud and stoking fears of a "rigged election" https://t.co/seBYJW0dvc— CNN (@CNN) June 24, 2020
“This is plainly not the rare case where further judicial inquiry is warranted,” Trump-appointed U.S. Circuit Judge Neomi Rao wrote for the majority in the 2-1 ruling.
“This is plainly not the rare case where further judicial inquiry is warranted,” Trump-appointed U.S. Circuit Judge Neomi Rao wrote for the majority in the 2-1 ruling. @CourthouseNews https://t.co/SK19bkvsgj— Megan Mineiro (@MMineiro_CNS) June 24, 2020
Doug Collins actually just said in a house judiciary hearing “this isn’t about the truth, this is about parliamentary procedure”
Doug Collins actually just said in a house judiciary hearing “this isn’t about the truth, this is about parliamentary procedure”. #ImpeachBarr— Mueller, She Wrote Podcast (@MuellerSheWrote) June 24, 2020
Donald Ayer: "I was privileged to serve in the DOJ under 2 Republican and 1 Democratic president, and I am here because I believe that William Barr poses the greatest threat in my lifetime to our rule of law and to public trust in it."
Don Ayer is a highly distinguished and cautious lawyer. He’s also quite conservative. For him to say this about Barr is quite something. https://t.co/Jrao9TIAuL— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) June 24, 2020
Louie Gohmert uses his questioning time to thank his wife for not leaving him
Louie Gohmert uses his questioning time to thank his wife for not leaving him pic.twitter.com/JQ0HMDxmwj— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) June 24, 2020
We are headed for a catastrophe of monumental proportions in regard to the lives lost, dreams dashed & societal impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The malfeasance & narcissism of @realDonaldTrump & his MAGA following governors in FL, TX, MS, etc is increasing deaths tremendously.
We are headed for a catastrophe of monumental proportions in regard to the lives lost, dreams dashed & societal impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The malfeasance & narcissism of @realDonaldTrump & his MAGA following governors in FL, TX, MS, etc is increasing deaths tremendously.— John Weaver (@jwgop) June 24, 2020
JUST IN: Democrats blocked the Senate from proceeding to a Republican policing overhaul bill Wednesday, arguing the measure was so inadequate that no amount of floor debate or amendments could repair its shortcomings.
JUST IN: Democrats blocked the Senate from proceeding to a Republican policing overhaul bill Wednesday, arguing the measure was so inadequate that no amount of floor debate or amendments could repair its shortcomings. https://t.co/TXhQBkXLBz— Roll Call (@rollcall) June 24, 2020
Gov. Cuomo on NBC: "I don't think the president gets involved in firing a particular U.S. Attorney unless the issue is of particular import to the president. This is a prosecutor'/ office that was investigating the president personally and people around the president personally."
Gov. Cuomo on NBC: "I don't think the president gets involved in firing a particular U.S. Attorney unless the issue is of particular import to the president. This is a prosecutor'/ office that was investigating the president personally and people around the president personally."— Kyle Griffin (@kylegriffin1) June 23, 2020
.@chriscuomo: "We have to be on the same page about reality." "The pandemic will be with us for a while. Period. Every place that ignores that reality and the recommended masks and measures will suffer."
.@chriscuomo: "We have to be on the same page about reality."— Cuomo Prime Time (@CuomoPrimeTime) June 24, 2020
"The pandemic will be with us for a while. Period. Every place that ignores that reality and the recommended masks and measures will suffer." https://t.co/XdmUXsJWIg pic.twitter.com/0i88H9ii8Z
Jim Jordan Says Bill Barr Isn’t Doing Trump’s Bidding, He’s ‘Doing the Lord’s Work’
Jim Jordan Says Bill Barr Isn’t Doing Trump’s Bidding, He’s ‘Doing the Lord’s Work’ https://t.co/dg9RIsYq8z pic.twitter.com/rmmVNYG61q— Law & Crime (@lawcrimenews) June 24, 2020
The Republicans on House Judiciary Committee have reached a new level of chaos interrupting today. They are parliamentary vandals.
The Republicans on House Judiciary Committee have reached a new level of chaos interrupting today. They are parliamentary vandals.— Lawrence O'Donnell (@Lawrence) June 24, 2020
Read Zelinsky's full written statement:
Read Zelinsky's full written statement: https://t.co/RcnBgF4w1B— Megan Mineiro (@MMineiro_CNS) June 24, 2020
"We were told that we could be fired," Zelinsky said.
"We were told that we could be fired," Zelinsky said.— Megan Mineiro (@MMineiro_CNS) June 24, 2020
More details: Federal government will end funding for 13 community-based Covid-19 test sites, most in Texas
More details: Federal government will end funding for 13 community-based Covid-19 test sites, most in Texashttps://t.co/v6IRJ389wA— CNBC Now (@CNBCnow) June 24, 2020
The Trump admin. plans to end federal funding and support for coronavirus testing sites at the end of this month, @NBCNews has learned
The Trump admin. plans to end federal funding and support for coronavirus testing sites at the end of this month, @NBCNews has learned. pic.twitter.com/6JPPHra2Xk— CNBC Now (@CNBCnow) June 24, 2020
Led by the D.C. Circuit Court's Federalist Society Clarence Thomas-clerk Scalia-fan Judge Rao, they've granted a Writ of Anyone In Trouble With Trump Can Go Now, Especially Mike Flynn. Is that so?
Led by the D.C. Circuit Court's Federalist Society Clarence Thomas-clerk Scalia-fan Judge Rao, they've granted a Writ of Anyone In Trouble With Trump Can Go Now, Especially Mike Flynn.— Eric Garland (@ericgarland) June 24, 2020
Is that so? 😈 https://t.co/bwZYsGs6qf
This event simply has me so hopeful and optimistic about America and our future. The dark times of this Presidency will be behind us soon. We're better than this. That's why we need you as president @JoeBiden! Let's get to work
This event simply has me so hopeful and optimistic about America and our future. The dark times of this Presidency will be behind us soon.— Fred Guttenberg (@fred_guttenberg) June 24, 2020
We're better than this. That's why we need you as president @JoeBiden! Let's get to work pic.twitter.com/g2muVnM7aL
1. Michael Flynn opted to lie to the FBI. 2. Michael Flynn went to court. 3. Michael Flynn pleaded guilty. 4. Michael Flynn was placed under oath. 5. Michael Flynn told the judge he knowingly lied to the FBI.#Flynn is exonerated, my ass. Michael Flynn is a traitor to America.
1. Michael Flynn opted to lie to the FBI.— Andrea Junker (@Strandjunker) June 24, 2020
2. Michael Flynn went to court.
3. Michael Flynn pleaded guilty.
4. Michael Flynn was placed under oath.
5. Michael Flynn told the judge he knowingly lied to the FBI.#Flynn is exonerated, my ass. Michael Flynn is a traitor to America.
"[S]o long as the defendant consents to the dismissal, 'leave of court' is a dead letter," the dissent states, warning the decision turns trial judges into a "rubber stamp."
"[S]o long as the defendant consents to the dismissal, 'leave of court' is a dead letter," the dissent states, warning the decision turns trial judges into a "rubber stamp." https://t.co/NxQohkPJlh— Adam Klasfeld (@KlasfeldReports) June 24, 2020
Astonishing barely begins to describe this travesty. En banc review seems mandatory.
Astonishing barely begins to describe this travesty. En banc review seems mandatory. https://t.co/lclPkOPvtR— Laurence Tribe (@tribelaw) June 24, 2020
A three-judge panel on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals approved Flynn's petition after a district court judge had tapped an outside counsel to argue against the DOJ's move. The panel ruled 2-1, with two Republican-appointed judges carrying the majority
A three-judge panel on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals approved Flynn's petition after a district court judge had tapped an outside counsel to argue against the DOJ's move.— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) June 24, 2020
The panel ruled 2-1, with two Republican-appointed judges carrying the majority.https://t.co/TfVtphoBR0
Patriots, the ruling on Flynn was as unexpected as it was immoral. But it should tell us that we have to defeat @realDonaldTrump, replace Bill Barr and prosecute them both. Should @GenFlynn survive this there is plenty more on which he can be prosecuted.
Patriots, the ruling on Flynn was as unexpected as it was immoral. But it should tell us that we have to defeat @realDonaldTrump, replace Bill Barr and prosecute them both.— Louise Mensch (@LouiseMensch) June 24, 2020
Should @GenFlynn survive this there is plenty more on which he can be prosecuted.
IMO - en banc should occur because the 3-Judge panel just set a horrid precedence and ultimately lowered the bar for mandamus and that’s just freaking insane. Have the full bench rule on the merits (I haven’t read the opinion) Again that’s my opinion and it’s fine to disagree
IMO - en banc should occur because the 3-Judge panel just set a horrid precedence and ultimately lowered the bar for mandamus and that’s just freaking insane.— File411 (@File411) June 24, 2020
Have the full bench rule on the merits (I haven’t read the opinion)
Again that’s my opinion and it’s fine to disagree
BREAKING / NBC News: The Court of Appeals has ordered the judge overseeing the case against Ret. Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn to dismiss the case.
BREAKING / NBC News: The Court of Appeals has ordered the judge overseeing the case against Ret. Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn to dismiss the case.— Tom Winter (@Tom_Winter) June 24, 2020
BREAKING: D.C. Circuit rules the district court must accept DOJ's motion to drop the case against Michael Flynn.
BREAKING: D.C. Circuit rules the district court must accept DOJ's motion to drop the case against Michael Flynn. Opinion: https://t.co/eNJt2oOQuF pic.twitter.com/zGogLOmBdz— Megan Mineiro (@MMineiro_CNS) June 24, 2020
UNF poll: 58% of Jacksonville voters surveyed oppose the RNC convention coming to town, 71% said they were concerned the coronavirus would spread due to the convention, 65% said they worried about “social unrest” & Biden leads Trump by 7 points there
UNF poll: 58% of Jacksonville voters surveyed oppose the RNC convention coming to town, 71% said they were concerned the coronavirus would spread due to the convention, 65% said they worried about “social unrest” & Biden leads Trump by 7 points therehttps://t.co/2tTuZgEvjO— Marc Caputo (@MarcACaputo) June 24, 2020
BREAKING: emergency lawsuit fighting new Voice of America head Michael Pack’s efforts to turn VOA into a Trump propaganda mill. Important defense of our democracy! Thx @KarenKornbluh Ryan Crocker & other bipartisan plaintiffs & counsel
BREAKING: emergency lawsuit fighting new Voice of America head Michael Pack’s efforts to turn VOA into a Trump propaganda mill. Important defense of our democracy! Thx @KarenKornbluh Ryan Crocker & other bipartisan plaintiffs & counsel @deepakguptalaw https://t.co/L5EMP9nB9s pic.twitter.com/ul49FF4Aik— Norm Eisen (@NormEisen) June 24, 2020
Unsurprised - though buoyed - to see Trump's poll numbers drifting into landslide territory. His voter suppression & race polarisation instincts will get increasingly dangerous in the coming months.
Unsurprised - though buoyed - to see Trump's poll numbers drifting into landslide territory. His voter suppression & race polarisation instincts will get increasingly dangerous in the coming months.— Edward Luce (@EdwardGLuce) June 24, 2020
Putin capitalizes on Trump's increasing isolation of the U.S.
Putin capitalizes on Trump's increasing isolation of the U.S. https://t.co/RMYz6lErCY— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 24, 2020
So, the rallies... Lots of campaign staffers and Secret Service with Covid. AZ big hot spot for Covid. Maskless students yelling, inside, pushing all that Covid towards the stage - air circulating with Covid for hours... Why isn’t donald concerned in the least with getting sick?
So, the rallies...— Lincoln's Bible (@LincolnsBible) June 24, 2020
Lots of campaign staffers and Secret Service with Covid.
AZ big hot spot for Covid. Maskless students yelling, inside, pushing all that Covid towards the stage - air circulating with Covid for hours...
Why isn’t donald concerned in the least with getting sick? pic.twitter.com/H2zhalOxwK
Study: Many of Nation’s Problems Could Be Solved by Having a President | The New Yorker
Study: Many of Nation’s Problems Could Be Solved by Having a President | The New Yorker https://t.co/Sq9c2kmwTX— John Sipher (@john_sipher) June 24, 2020
If you are serious about change, you have to open your wallet and donate to the strong candidates that are running against official POS like Mitch McConnell, Lindsey Graham, Susan Collins and the others. If you're serious, DONATE. Many Democrats are being outspent 10-1
If you are serious about change, you have to open your wallet and donate to the strong candidates that are running against official POS like Mitch McConnell, Lindsey Graham, Susan Collins and the others.— Don Winslow (@donwinslow) June 24, 2020
If you're serious, DONATE.
Many Democrats are being outspent 10-1
Stephen Colbert laughs in John Bolton's face: How could you be so "naive" about Trump?!
Stephen Colbert laughs in John Bolton's face: How could you be so "naive" about Trump?! https://t.co/oAHCZmsiod— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 24, 2020
We all know whose Tweets are helping Vladimir Putin and it's not Brennan
We all know whose Tweets are helping Vladimir Putin and it's not Brennan.https://t.co/uJrBBzpXVC— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) June 24, 2020
Asian Americans now make up 11% of the electorate in NV, 5.5% in TX and 4.7% in GA. So go ahead @realDonaldTrump and keep saying racist stuff like Kung Flu. Also, you are making fun of a pandemic that’s killed over 120,000 Americans in four months. See you in November.
Asian Americans now make up 11% of the electorate in NV, 5.5% in TX and 4.7% in GA. So go ahead @realDonaldTrump and keep saying racist stuff like Kung Flu. Also, you are making fun of a pandemic that’s killed over 120,000 Americans in four months. See you in November. https://t.co/V9iW6ASOqU— Ted Lieu (@tedlieu) June 24, 2020
NEW: Alan Dershowitz's attorney confirms that his client has access to Virginia Giuffre's sealed depositions. Those depositions reveal that she was directed by Jeffrey Epstein to have sex with former Israeli PM Ehud Barak & Victoria's Secret's Les Wexner.
NEW: Alan Dershowitz's attorney confirms that his client has access to Virginia Giuffre's sealed depositions. Those depositions reveal that she was directed by Jeffrey Epstein to have sex with former Israeli PM Ehud Barak & Victoria's Secret's Les Wexner.— julie k. brown (@jkbjournalist) June 23, 2020
New Biden slogan for 2020: "Make America Part of the First World Again"
New Biden slogan for 2020: "Make America Part of the First World Again" https://t.co/xtiu7LEOaE— David Frum (@davidfrum) June 23, 2020
this one is going to @DanCrenshawTX because his fundraising letter came with a stamped return envelope
this one is going to @DanCrenshawTX because his fundraising letter came with a stamped return envelope. pic.twitter.com/7iHkPez7uY— Laurie Kilmartin (@anylaurie16) June 23, 2020
In a letter to the school board, this cross country runner wrote that she would no longer wear the school's jersey, which displays the last name of Robert E. Lee, a Confederate general who owned slaves. "He continues to bring our city down," she wrote.
In a letter to the school board, this cross country runner wrote that she would no longer wear the school's jersey, which displays the last name of Robert E. Lee, a Confederate general who owned slaves.— CNN (@CNN) June 24, 2020
"He continues to bring our city down," she wrote. https://t.co/1mMsYUoLpt
Investors are now more worried about the U.S. presidential election than the global pandemic, a new survey finds
Investors are now more worried about the U.S. presidential election than the global pandemic, a new survey finds https://t.co/6e89oUqmnC— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 24, 2020
Trump sued for threat to pull Covid-19 funding over Indian blockade
Trump sued for threat to pull Covid-19 funding over Indian blockade https://t.co/7iIzzEFwPL— Bloomberg (@business) June 24, 2020
Former chief speechwriter for James Mattis confirms Trump talked about jailing American journalists—and wanting to see them executed
🚨 Former chief speechwriter for James Mattis confirms Trump talked about jailing American journalists—and wanting to see them executed https://t.co/AGeTbPHWjE via @brianstelter— Mark Follman (@markfollman) June 24, 2020
BREAKING: The newest polling this morning shows @JoeBiden has a 14 point lead. Ignore it, though! It does not account for the Electoral College, gerrymandering, voter suppression, foreign meddling, and outright cheating. The republic is at stake.
BREAKING: The newest polling this morning shows @JoeBiden has a 14 point lead. Ignore it, though! It does not account for the Electoral College, gerrymandering, voter suppression, foreign meddling, and outright cheating. The republic is at stake.— Publius (@ThePubliusUSA) June 24, 2020
“We aint chokers neither”
“We aint chokers neither” https://t.co/RCffSg5lBt— Claude Taylor (@TrueFactsStated) June 24, 2020
The Supreme Court will release new decisions Thursday at 10:00 AM. It likely is too early, but it would be a damn good day to shock the world and permit the release of Donald Trump’s financial records.
The Supreme Court will release new decisions Thursday at 10:00 AM. It likely is too early, but it would be a damn good day to shock the world and permit the release of Donald Trump’s financial records.— Publius (@ThePubliusUSA) June 23, 2020
My latest for your reading pleasure: Trump’s Happy Place Is Grunting and Fantasizing About Real Men
My latest for your reading pleasure:— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) June 24, 2020
Trump’s Happy Place Is Grunting and Fantasizing About Real Men https://t.co/e5IEwLJKIN
How many Scaramuccis did Kayleigh McEnany last as press secretary? It seems like just last week that she started.
How many Scaramuccis did Kayleigh McEnany last as press secretary? It seems like just last week that she started.https://t.co/eNutfXJMk1— Jeff - Enough already, Impeach Bill Barr (@NewJeffCT) June 24, 2020
Trump was born in New York, not New Orleans. That he’s adopted the history of the Confederacy as his own makes obvious his real agenda. This isn’t about “preserving” history. This is about preserving white supremacy.
Trump was born in New York, not New Orleans. That he’s adopted the history of the Confederacy as his own makes obvious his real agenda.— Max Boot (@MaxBoot) June 23, 2020
This isn’t about “preserving” history. This is about preserving white supremacy.
In @PostOpinions: https://t.co/E9TF8ETX7c
The unraveling of the rule of law under Trump is picking up speed, @MaxBoot writes
The unraveling of the rule of law under Trump is picking up speed, @MaxBoot writes https://t.co/hRT9M4qUmF— Washington Post Opinions (@PostOpinions) June 24, 2020
Trump family seeks to block book by president’s niece that calls him "World’s Most Dangerous Man"
Trump family seeks to block book by president’s niece that calls him "World’s Most Dangerous Man" https://t.co/JVFfb305GG— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) June 24, 2020
Results aren’t final yet, but Engel in trouble in New York, Maloney clinging to a tiny lead and McGrath up in Kentucky but mail-in ballots yet to be counted
Results aren’t final yet, but Engel in trouble in New York, Maloney clinging to a tiny lead and McGrath up in Kentucky but mail-in ballots yet to be counted https://t.co/S2JgI2QZEy— Manu Raju (@mkraju) June 24, 2020
Health officials are expanding a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections "potentially linked" to certain store brands of garden salad mixes
Health officials are expanding a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections "potentially linked" to certain store brands of garden salad mixes. https://t.co/QJ5HWGTYMG— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) June 24, 2020
At the President’s second superspreader event this week, he continued ranting to an audience, mostly maskless, and close together. They were chanting. A superspreader-This is lunacy. And he does not care if the virus runs rampant over his crowd
At the President’s second superspreader event this week, he continued ranting to an audience, mostly maskless, and close together. They were chanting. A superspreader-This is lunacy. And he does not care if the virus runs rampant over his crowd #dimented #cultlike #coronavirus— Mika Brzezinski (@morningmika) June 24, 2020
In April, @GovAbbott issued an executive order explicitly prohibiting city & county officials from requiring residents to wear masks & enforcing their restrictions. Like trump, he directly halted his constituent’s ability to flatten the curve. #AbbottResign
In April, @GovAbbott issued an executive order explicitly prohibiting city & county officials from requiring residents to wear masks & enforcing their restrictions. Like trump, he directly halted his constituent’s ability to flatten the curve. #AbbottResign https://t.co/Mtfcv0U3JG— Rosa Rohr (@rosa_rohr) June 24, 2020
Joe Biden leads President Donald Trump 50% to 36% in a New York Times/Siena College poll
Joe Biden leads President Donald Trump 50% to 36% in a New York Times/Siena College poll https://t.co/GrmKgrpyVT— Bloomberg Politics (@bpolitics) June 24, 2020
He defeated Lynda Bennett, who had backing from Trump and Mark Meadows.
He defeated Lynda Bennett, who had backing from Trump and Mark Meadows. https://t.co/jlAYserjng— HuffPost (@HuffPost) June 24, 2020
Wisconsin state senator attacked by protesters as demonstrations in Madison turn violent
Wisconsin state senator attacked by protesters as demonstrations in Madison turn violent https://t.co/0lJE203vRg— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) June 24, 2020
People need to stop referring to Russia’s ongoing hybrid warfare against the U.S. as “election meddling.” Putin isn’t a “Karen” sticking his nose in America’s democratic process. He’s a mob boss who runs a nuclear-armed mafia state and his goal is to destroy the United States.
People need to stop referring to Russia’s ongoing hybrid warfare against the U.S. as “election meddling.” Putin isn’t a “Karen” sticking his nose in America’s democratic process. He’s a mob boss who runs a nuclear-armed mafia state and his goal is to destroy the United States.— Alexandra Chalupa (@AlexandraChalup) June 24, 2020
It’d be a damn shame if the TikTok army realized the fact that clicking Trump campaign ads on Google costs them several dollars each time… (I don’t condone this)
It’d be a damn shame if the TikTok army realized the fact that clicking Trump campaign ads on Google costs them several dollars each time… (I don’t condone this)— William LeGate (@williamlegate) June 24, 2020
Former chief speechwriter for James Mattis confirms Trump talked about jailing American journalists—and wanting to see them executed
🚨 Former chief speechwriter for James Mattis confirms Trump talked about jailing American journalists—and wanting to see them executed https://t.co/AGeTbPHWjE via @brianstelter— Mark Follman (@markfollman) June 24, 2020
Mark Cuban: “Donald Trump doesn’t want to run a country, he wants to run a campaign. Joe Biden actually wants to run a country.”
Mark Cuban: “Donald Trump doesn’t want to run a country, he wants to run a campaign. Joe Biden actually wants to run a country.” pic.twitter.com/svLrStj3Xp— The Resistance 🇺🇸 (@NightlyPolitics) June 24, 2020
Less than 5% of the world's population. More than 25% of the world's deaths. The President knew what to do, and his failure has pushed America to the brink. It's time to
📽️NEW VIDEO— Really American 🇺🇸 (@ReallyAmerican1) June 24, 2020
Less than 5% of the world's population.
More than 25% of the world's deaths.
The President knew what to do, and his failure has pushed America to the brink. It's time to #EndTheNightmare pic.twitter.com/xS732yKPae
MSNBC: @Lawrence on President Trump: “He did a profoundly cruel and inhumane thing by encouraging those kids to gather shoulder to shoulder ... because he is America’s Dracula, who takes his sustenance from other people.”
MSNBC: @Lawrence on President Trump: “He did a profoundly cruel and inhumane thing by encouraging those kids to gather shoulder to shoulder ... because he is America’s Dracula, who takes his sustenance from other people.”— Evan Rosenfeld (@Evan_Rosenfeld) June 24, 2020
When the US orchestrated the demolition of the Sadaam Hussein statue in Iraq, I heard nothing from conservatives about the need to “preserve history”.
When the US orchestrated the demolition of the Sadaam Hussein statue in Iraq, I heard nothing from conservatives about the need to “preserve history”.— Bradley Whitford (@BradleyWhitford) June 24, 2020
The New York Times/Siena College's first national survey of the year finds Joe Biden leading Donald Trump by 14 points.
The New York Times/Siena College's first national survey of the year finds Joe Biden leading Donald Trump by 14 points. https://t.co/nI99sOyztK— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) June 24, 2020
Scarce Medical Oxygen Worldwide Leaves Many Gasping for Life
Scarce Medical Oxygen Worldwide Leaves Many Gasping for Lifehttps://t.co/9x7gGOl1l6— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 24, 2020
McConnell wouldn’t respond when I asked if he was comfortable with Trump’s use of the word “Kung Flu” but said of Chao - who was born in Taiwan and is a naturalized US citizen: “Maybe you ought to address that question to her.”
McConnell wouldn’t respond when I asked if he was comfortable with Trump’s use of the word “Kung Flu” but said of Chao - who was born in Taiwan and is a naturalized US citizen: “Maybe you ought to address that question to her.” https://t.co/9WCfnLiCy8— Manu Raju (@mkraju) June 23, 2020
Meanwhile, in Louisville
Meanwhile, in Louisville https://t.co/WS42Bfqy4K— Adam Klasfeld (@KlasfeldReports) June 24, 2020
DOJ statement on line prosecutor’s statement to the House Judiciary Committee. [Roger Stone sentencing]
Bamboozle Billy strikes again https://t.co/AequDGVdtE— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) June 24, 2020
In Louisville, Kentucky, some voters were stuck waiting to park their cars outside the Kentucky Exposition Center, causing them to miss the deadline to get in line when polls closed.
In Louisville, Kentucky, some voters were stuck waiting to park their cars outside the Kentucky Exposition Center, causing them to miss the deadline to get in line when polls closed. https://t.co/yJe9nixebj— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) June 24, 2020
The Boy Who Cried Fake News
The Boy Who Cried Fake News https://t.co/UdudpEIA0Y— Nick #FBR #FBPE 🇦🇺 (@hazydav) June 24, 2020
We all know whose Tweets are helping Vladimir Putin and it's not Brennan
We all know whose Tweets are helping Vladimir Putin and it's not Brennan.https://t.co/uJrBBzpXVC— Julia Davis (@JuliaDavisNews) June 24, 2020
The world leader contingent for Moscow’s Victory Day shrunk a bit more this morning, when two members of the Kyrgyz delegation
The world leader contingent for Moscow’s Victory Day shrunk a bit more this morning, when two members of the Kyrgyz delegation tested positive for coronavirus on arrival in Russia - and the president then didn’t join the parade.— Sarah Rainsford (@sarahrainsford) June 24, 2020
We are so disastrously, poorly run right now as a country that we are an international catastrophe that the rest of the world has to protect itself from. We, now, are an infectious vector risk to the rest of the world.
We are so disastrously, poorly run right now as a country that we are an international catastrophe that the rest of the world has to protect itself from.— Maddow Blog (@MaddowBlog) June 24, 2020
We, now, are an infectious vector risk to the rest of the world. pic.twitter.com/hALcGEqS8o
"It's hard for Americans to imagine that a president who lost a bid for re-election would refuse to leave office. But in recent weeks some analysts have ... begun to explore what can be done if Donald Trump does just that."
"It's hard for Americans to imagine that a president who lost a bid for re-election would refuse to leave office. But in recent weeks some analysts have ... begun to explore what can be done if Donald Trump does just that." | @LincolnMitchell, @CNNOpinion https://t.co/KylOLdKarI— CNN (@CNN) June 24, 2020
Dr. Ashish Jha: ‘Substantial undercount’ in COVID-19 death totals
Dr. Ashish Jha: ‘Substantial undercount’ in COVID-19 death totals https://t.co/1Uzvuqp6v4 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 24, 2020
Rep. Sherrill: Politicization of DOJ ‘should concern every American’
Rep. Sherrill: Politicization of DOJ ‘should concern every American’ https://t.co/5cKhFzAfaR via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 24, 2020
Fmr. President Obama: "What we have seen over the last couple of years is a White House enabled by Republicans in Congress, and a media structure that supports them, that ... has gone at the very foundations of who we are and who we should be."
Fmr. President Obama: "What we have seen over the last couple of years is a White House enabled by Republicans in Congress, and a media structure that supports them, that ... has gone at the very foundations of who we are and who we should be."https://t.co/lQGaoNeCMr— MSNBC (@MSNBC) June 24, 2020
Two law professors who believe that there are enough facts to warrant an imvestigation into obstruction of justice by Barr
Two law professors who believe that there are enough facts to warrant an imvestigation into obstruction of justice by Barr 👇🏽 https://t.co/xnT56FjrSs— Asha Rangappa (@AshaRangappa_) June 24, 2020
Ben & Jerry's has joined The North Face and Patagonia in pulling ads off Facebook over its policies on addressing hate on the platform
Ben & Jerry's has joined The North Face and Patagonia in pulling ads off Facebook over its policies on addressing hate on the platform https://t.co/V7beg4cQgk— CNN (@CNN) June 24, 2020
Sen. Booker on GOP police reform bill: ‘There’s no desire to get something substantive done’
Sen. Booker on GOP police reform bill: ‘There’s no desire to get something substantive done’ https://t.co/X3Uh7tSzjP via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 24, 2020
During the biggest health crisis of this generation, @realDonaldTrump asked his officials to slow down the one thing that could keep us safe: testing. How many families suffered and lives were lost because of his gross criminality?
The President of the United States. https://t.co/dM5LDO5QxS— Barry R McCaffrey (@mccaffreyr3) June 24, 2020
"I was explicitly told that the motivation for changing the sentencing memo was political, and because the U.S. Attorney was “afraid of the President.”
Thank goodness for professionals at DOJ who are standing up and calling out these flagrant abuses by Bill Barr & others. https://t.co/aDCs9ahjKI— Mimi Rocah (@Mimirocah1) June 23, 2020
"It's hard for Americans to imagine that a president who lost a bid for re-election would refuse to leave office. But in recent weeks some analysts have ... begun to explore what can be done if Donald Trump does just that."
"It's hard for Americans to imagine that a president who lost a bid for re-election would refuse to leave office. But in recent weeks some analysts have ... begun to explore what can be done if Donald Trump does just that." | @LincolnMitchell, @CNNOpinion https://t.co/KylOLdKarI— CNN (@CNN) June 24, 2020
President Trump's younger brother has filed a temporary restraining order in an attempt to block the publication of an unflattering tell-all book by the President's niece, Mary L. Trump
President Trump's younger brother has filed a temporary restraining order in an attempt to block the publication of an unflattering tell-all book by the President's niece, Mary L. Trump https://t.co/dxkbVuDQ3l— CNN (@CNN) June 24, 2020
24-year-old newbie defeats Trump’s pick in North Carolina GOP primary
24-year-old newbie defeats Trump’s pick in North Carolina GOP primary https://t.co/ZvFKOFQAZg— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 24, 2020
Bubba Wallace “pissed” at accusations he faked hate crime
Bubba Wallace “pissed” at accusations he faked hate crime https://t.co/WVeIqvizbS— The Daily Beast (@thedailybeast) June 24, 2020
He has been POTUS for 3 years and still has no idea how tariffs work. Fed study: “Trump tariffs backfired, caused job losses and higher prices!” Duh!
He has been POTUS for 3 years and still has no idea how tariffs work. Fed study: “Trump tariffs backfired, caused job losses and higher prices!” Duh! https://t.co/rLKu9FZ2kM— John Dean (@JohnWDean) June 24, 2020
What We're Watching During Coronavirus
What We're Watching During Coronavirus pic.twitter.com/fc20wlDSRv— Alec Luhn (@ASLuhn) June 24, 2020
Don’t go to Sea Food Kitchen In atlantic beach in jax florida
Don’t go to Sea Food Kitchen In atlantic beach in jax florida https://t.co/NOLnrfrBhG pic.twitter.com/B6bHnRJWfx— IG:Negraitta🇹🇬 (@elimieralanegra) June 24, 2020
AG Barr needs to testify before the House Judiciary Committee tomorrow! Please see my op-Ed
AG Barr needs to testify before the House Judiciary Committee tomorrow! Please see my op-Ed with @RWPUSA https://t.co/2uESX6JIkq— Claire Finkelstein (@COFinkelstein) June 23, 2020
Trump makes himself lone exception with COVID-19 risking crowds
Trump makes himself lone exception with COVID-19 risking crowds https://t.co/5kj7JMMXVj via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 24, 2020
Trump coronavirus failure makes Americans international pariahs
Trump coronavirus failure makes Americans international pariahs https://t.co/vps2xpEIN2 via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 24, 2020
Rising hospitalizations expose fallacy of testing-driven surge in COVID-19
Rising hospitalizations expose fallacy of testing-driven surge in COVID-19 https://t.co/upUp1hsvQq via @msnbc— Chef Witch Hunter (@Chefefefe) June 24, 2020
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