Trump: Day 545
-Invites Vladimir Putin to Washington
-Considering Firing DNI's Dan Coats
-Judicial Nominee Tanked by Scott
-Billed Taxpayers $70K in Expenses
-Proposes Habitat Protection Limits
-Mueller Releases Manafort Evidence
-2,187 Children Remain Separated
-Invites Vladimir Putin to Washington
-Considering Firing DNI's Dan Coats
-Judicial Nominee Tanked by Scott
-Billed Taxpayers $70K in Expenses
-Proposes Habitat Protection Limits
-Mueller Releases Manafort Evidence
-2,187 Children Remain Separated
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Day 650 since Donald Trump admitted to sexual assault — yet he’s still in the Oval Office
Day 650 since Donald Trump admitted to sexual assault — yet he’s still in the Oval Office
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Day 502 of NO EVIDENCE produced by Trump that his phones were tapped by Obama. #fakenews #TrumpLies
Day 502 of NO EVIDENCE produced by Trump that his phones were tapped by Obama. #fakenews #TrumpLies
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Day 289 since the deadliest mass shooting on U.S soil in Las Vegas that killed 58, injured 546 and Congress has taken NO action to prevent future mass shootings. #NeverForget
Day 289 since the deadliest mass shooting on U.S soil in Las Vegas that killed 58, injured 546 and Congress has taken NO action to prevent future mass shootings. #NeverForget
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Day 111 without Trump publicly offering his condolences for Master Sgt. Johnathan Dunbar, the fallen American service member who lost his life after an IED bombing in Syria. Why?
Day 111 without Trump publicly offering his condolences for Master Sgt. Johnathan Dunbar, the fallen American service member who lost his life after an IED bombing in Syria. Why?
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Day 111 Since Hope Hicks left as Trump’s 4th Communications Director after testifying to a Congressional committee that she had told "white lies" on Trump's behalf.
Trump has since been directing all White House messaging and communication.
Day 111 Since Hope Hicks left as Trump’s 4th Communications Director after testifying to a Congressional committee that she had told "white lies" on Trump's behalf.
Trump has since been directing all White House messaging and communication.
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Day 38 since Trump made specific commitments to end military exercises with South Korea & eventually withdraw US forces from the peninsula without NO specific commitments on timing or verification of denuclearization from Kim Jong-un.
Day 38 since Trump made specific commitments to end military exercises with South Korea & eventually withdraw US forces from the peninsula without NO specific commitments on timing or verification of denuclearization from Kim Jong-un.
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Rep. Adam Schiff made a motion at a House Intel hearing to subpoena the interpreter who accompanied Trump to his private meeting with Putin.
Republicans shot down the attempt. What is there to hide?
washingtonexaminer.com/news/adam-schi…
Rep. Adam Schiff made a motion at a House Intel hearing to subpoena the interpreter who accompanied Trump to his private meeting with Putin.
Republicans shot down the attempt. What is there to hide?
washingtonexaminer.com/news/adam-schi…
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When Reagan and Gorbachev talked, they had note takers & then some.
Trump excluded even his National Security Advisor. Why?
When Reagan and Gorbachev talked, they had note takers & then some.
Trump excluded even his National Security Advisor. Why?
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@JohnCornyn and @RandPaul block two non-binding resolutions to back U.S. intelligence communities, etc in response to the President's meeting with Putin in Helsinki.
@JohnCornyn and @RandPaul block two non-binding resolutions to back U.S. intelligence communities, etc in response to the President's meeting with Putin in Helsinki.
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Donald Trump meets with Vladimir Putin. A few days later, Russian announces a new round of nuclear weapons tests.
What message is being sent, here?
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Donald Trump meets with Vladimir Putin. A few days later, Russian announces a new round of nuclear weapons tests.
What message is being sent, here?
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Putin told Russian diplomats that he made a proposal to Trump to hold a referendum on Crimea; Putin said he agreed not to disclose the plan publicly so Trump could consider it, sources tell Bloomberg.
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Putin told Russian diplomats that he made a proposal to Trump to hold a referendum on Crimea; Putin said he agreed not to disclose the plan publicly so Trump could consider it, sources tell Bloomberg.
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A top commander of U.S. military operations in Syria said he has gotten "no new guidance" about the Trump-Putin summit in the days since.
Typically, the W.H. would brief national-security officials after such a meeting or provide a written memo. wsj.com/articles/senio…
A top commander of U.S. military operations in Syria said he has gotten "no new guidance" about the Trump-Putin summit in the days since.
Typically, the W.H. would brief national-security officials after such a meeting or provide a written memo. wsj.com/articles/senio…
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Chuck Schumer: "Until we know what happened at that two hour meeting in Helsinki, the president should have no more one-on-one interactions with Putin.
In the United States, in Russia, or anywhere else."
Chuck Schumer: "Until we know what happened at that two hour meeting in Helsinki, the president should have no more one-on-one interactions with Putin.
In the United States, in Russia, or anywhere else."
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The White House says Trump "disagrees with" Putin's joint investigation proposal -- though Sarah Sanders says the absurd offer was "made in sincerity by President Putin."
The White House says Trump "disagrees with" Putin's joint investigation proposal -- though Sarah Sanders says the absurd offer was "made in sincerity by President Putin."
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So the White House sent out a statement that Trump does not agree with Putin's proposal to question Americans, but Trump still has not said anything on the matter.
Trump didn't tweet about it and didn't mention it at his on camera event.
So the White House sent out a statement that Trump does not agree with Putin's proposal to question Americans, but Trump still has not said anything on the matter.
Trump didn't tweet about it and didn't mention it at his on camera event.
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- In rebuke to Trump over Putin summit, Senate goes on record against allowing Russia to question US officials.
The final vote for the resolution: 98-0.
WASHINGTON (AP) -- In rebuke to Trump over Putin summit, Senate goes on record against allowing Russia to question US officials.
The final vote for the resolution: 98-0.
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Former DNI James Clapper has now confirmed on the record what NBC News and others have reported: The US has evidence of Putin’s direct involvement in US election interference.
Clapper said that evidence was shown to Trump.
Former DNI James Clapper has now confirmed on the record what NBC News and others have reported: The US has evidence of Putin’s direct involvement in US election interference.
Clapper said that evidence was shown to Trump.
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Rosenstein warns Russian interference in 2016 election is “just one tree in a growing forest”
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Rosenstein warns Russian interference in 2016 election is “just one tree in a growing forest”
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Steny Hoyer, on motion to recommit to spending bill for more election security funds: "Surely we can rise above pandering to party and Putin to act on behalf of our freedom and our security."
Dems start chanting "USA! USA!" on House floor.
Steny Hoyer, on motion to recommit to spending bill for more election security funds: "Surely we can rise above pandering to party and Putin to act on behalf of our freedom and our security."
Dems start chanting "USA! USA!" on House floor.
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The DHS secretary said she’s seen no evidence the Russians favored Trump.
The intelligence assessment: “We further assess Putin and the Russian Government developed a clear preference for President-elect Trump. We have high confidence in these judgments.”
The DHS secretary said she’s seen no evidence the Russians favored Trump.
The intelligence assessment: “We further assess Putin and the Russian Government developed a clear preference for President-elect Trump. We have high confidence in these judgments.”
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Microsoft detected and helped block hacking attempts against three congressional candidates this year, a company executive said, marking the first known example of cyber interference in the midterm elections. politico.com/story/2018/07/…
Microsoft detected and helped block hacking attempts against three congressional candidates this year, a company executive said, marking the first known example of cyber interference in the midterm elections. politico.com/story/2018/07/…
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Three of the top cybersecurity officials at the FBI are retiring from government service, people familiar with the matter tell WSJ—departures that come as cyberattacks are a major concern for the country’s security agencies.
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Three of the top cybersecurity officials at the FBI are retiring from government service, people familiar with the matter tell WSJ—departures that come as cyberattacks are a major concern for the country’s security agencies.
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White House: Trump asked national security adviser to invite Putin to Washington, DC for fall meeting.
Just last night, NYT reported that Trump was briefed in Jan. '17 that Putin personally ordered election hacking.
White House: Trump asked national security adviser to invite Putin to Washington, DC for fall meeting.
Just last night, NYT reported that Trump was briefed in Jan. '17 that Putin personally ordered election hacking.
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Remarkable reaction:
@mitchellreports: The W.H. has announced on Twitter that Vladimir Putin is coming to the W.H. in the fall.
COATS: Say that again?
MITCHELL: Vladimir Putin, coming to the—
COATS: Did I hear you?
MITCHELL: Yeah, yeah.
Remarkable reaction:
@mitchellreports: The W.H. has announced on Twitter that Vladimir Putin is coming to the W.H. in the fall.
COATS: Say that again?
MITCHELL: Vladimir Putin, coming to the—
COATS: Did I hear you?
MITCHELL: Yeah, yeah.
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National Intelligence Director Coats tells Andrea @mitchellreports that he was not told in advance of Trump’s Oval Office meeting with top Russian officials Lavrov and Kisylak last year.
National Intelligence Director Coats tells Andrea @mitchellreports that he was not told in advance of Trump’s Oval Office meeting with top Russian officials Lavrov and Kisylak last year.
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Inside White House, there’s anger and frustration with Dan Coats over @mitchellreports interview. “Coats has gone rogue,” a senior official said.
Trump, who nurses grudges, is unlikely to be pleased with the headlines about his DNI’s performance.
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Inside White House, there’s anger and frustration with Dan Coats over @mitchellreports interview. “Coats has gone rogue,” a senior official said.
Trump, who nurses grudges, is unlikely to be pleased with the headlines about his DNI’s performance.
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Sources close to Trump tell Axios that they're already speculating about whether Trump ends up firing DNI Dan Coats. Per a source with knowledge, Trump has never had much affection for Coats. axios.com/dan-coats-andr…
Sources close to Trump tell Axios that they're already speculating about whether Trump ends up firing DNI Dan Coats. Per a source with knowledge, Trump has never had much affection for Coats. axios.com/dan-coats-andr…
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Two California Democrats said they'll bring back legislation that would require presidential candidates to release their tax returns before they could appear on the ballot in the state. apnews.com/1729958c77b64c…
Two California Democrats said they'll bring back legislation that would require presidential candidates to release their tax returns before they could appear on the ballot in the state. apnews.com/1729958c77b64c…
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WH event setup today has a decidedly "pay tribute to the leader" feel to it.
Each person stands up and tells Trump what they will do, and he approves.
WH event setup today has a decidedly "pay tribute to the leader" feel to it.
Each person stands up and tells Trump what they will do, and he approves.
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Robert Mueller, in a filing late Wednesday, listed 436 exhibits that his prosecutors may present at Paul Manafort's trial as they seek to prove that he financed his lavish lifestyle through bank fraud and tax crimes. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…
Robert Mueller, in a filing late Wednesday, listed 436 exhibits that his prosecutors may present at Paul Manafort's trial as they seek to prove that he financed his lavish lifestyle through bank fraud and tax crimes. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…
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Yeah, OK
Yeah, OK
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A new line of pro-Trump punditry is beginning to bubble up in the #MAGA crowd, thanking Russia for interfering in the election.
theatlantic.com/amp/article/56…
A new line of pro-Trump punditry is beginning to bubble up in the #MAGA crowd, thanking Russia for interfering in the election.
theatlantic.com/amp/article/56…
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The federal government billed taxpayers nearly $70,000 in expenses at the Trump hotel in Turnberry, Scotland, during Trump's visit last weekend, federal spending records show. abcn.ws/2LbSR0c
The federal government billed taxpayers nearly $70,000 in expenses at the Trump hotel in Turnberry, Scotland, during Trump's visit last weekend, federal spending records show. abcn.ws/2LbSR0c
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Devin Nunes used political donations to pay for nearly $15,000 in tickets to Boston Celtics basketball games as well as winery tours and lavish trips to Las Vegas, according to reports from the FEC and two nonpartisan watchdog groups.
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Devin Nunes used political donations to pay for nearly $15,000 in tickets to Boston Celtics basketball games as well as winery tours and lavish trips to Las Vegas, according to reports from the FEC and two nonpartisan watchdog groups.
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New York's Tenant Protection Unit will investigate claims of harassment in a building owned by Kushner Cos., whether Kushner Cos. violated state housing laws and regulations meant to prevent landlords from disturbing tenants' peace and privacy.
cnbc.com/2018/07/16/ny-…
New York's Tenant Protection Unit will investigate claims of harassment in a building owned by Kushner Cos., whether Kushner Cos. violated state housing laws and regulations meant to prevent landlords from disturbing tenants' peace and privacy.
cnbc.com/2018/07/16/ny-…
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House Democrats are calling for the Office of Special Counsel to launch a full investigation into acting VA Secretary Peter O’Rourke for what they believe are politically motivated firings at the department, a possible violation of federal law.
militarytimes.com/veterans/2018/…
House Democrats are calling for the Office of Special Counsel to launch a full investigation into acting VA Secretary Peter O’Rourke for what they believe are politically motivated firings at the department, a possible violation of federal law.
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DENVER (AP) — Trump administration proposes limiting habitat protections for endangered species.
DENVER (AP) — Trump administration proposes limiting habitat protections for endangered species.
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@Interior has hired a firm to do an expedited environmental review of leasing parts of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for drilling, per #FOIA document.
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@Interior has hired a firm to do an expedited environmental review of leasing parts of Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for drilling, per #FOIA document.
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A stunning defeat for Trump's judicial plans, due largely to a single Republican senator Scott.
huffingtonpost.com/entry/tim-scot…
A stunning defeat for Trump's judicial plans, due largely to a single Republican senator Scott.
huffingtonpost.com/entry/tim-scot…
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The pressure is on Murkowski and Collins to block Kavanaugh. New poll shows Alaska and Maine voters broadly want to keep Roe v. Wade in place huffingtonpost.com/entry/susan-co…
The pressure is on Murkowski and Collins to block Kavanaugh. New poll shows Alaska and Maine voters broadly want to keep Roe v. Wade in place huffingtonpost.com/entry/susan-co…
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CT's @SenBlumenthal tells the Post that Senate Rs are “looking to severely constrain the documents we can review” on Kavanaugh. Says Chair Grassley is working to block most Bush WH docs from the process. "Republicans are circling the wagon."
CT's @SenBlumenthal tells the Post that Senate Rs are “looking to severely constrain the documents we can review” on Kavanaugh. Says Chair Grassley is working to block most Bush WH docs from the process. "Republicans are circling the wagon."
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The failure of Ryan Bounds’ nomination inflames the war over Kavanaugh documents
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The failure of Ryan Bounds’ nomination inflames the war over Kavanaugh documents
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A 10-year-old from Honduras describes her experience in federal custody (from a court filing)
A 10-year-old from Honduras describes her experience in federal custody (from a court filing)
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364 of the 2,551 children reunited with families after being separated at border hill.cm/qI2XXC3
364 of the 2,551 children reunited with families after being separated at border hill.cm/qI2XXC3
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The Trump admin has said in a new court filing that 719 parents of migrant children who are still separated have final orders of deportation, meaning they could be removed from the country as soon as they are reunited.
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The Trump admin has said in a new court filing that 719 parents of migrant children who are still separated have final orders of deportation, meaning they could be removed from the country as soon as they are reunited.
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Trump to CNBC: "Obama was a patsy for Russia. He was a total patsy."
More Trump projection.
Trump to CNBC: "Obama was a patsy for Russia. He was a total patsy."
More Trump projection.
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WATCH: Megyn Kelly grills Sean Spicer: What you said wasn’t true and "your boss said the same thing" hill.cm/hllFXQ1
WATCH: Megyn Kelly grills Sean Spicer: What you said wasn’t true and "your boss said the same thing" hill.cm/hllFXQ1
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Daily reminder...
Daily reminder...
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In case you missed yesterday's thread:
In case you missed yesterday's thread:
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Today Trump figured out that 'The Apprentice' was about...wait for it...apprenticeships.
Today Trump figured out that 'The Apprentice' was about...wait for it...apprenticeships.
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MUELLER is interested in the work that @TadDevine, chief strategist for @BernieSanders 2016 campaign, did with MANAFORT on behalf of the RUSSIA-aligned Ukrainian Party of Regions, based on this list of exhibits to be presented at trial next week.
MUELLER is interested in the work that @TadDevine, chief strategist for @BernieSanders 2016 campaign, did with MANAFORT on behalf of the RUSSIA-aligned Ukrainian Party of Regions, based on this list of exhibits to be presented at trial next week.
