Trump refuses to take questions from reporters about Kavanaugh nomination and how the WH is restricting the FBI investigation. He just told CNN @kaitlancollins to stop it, don’t do that, sit down. Then called on next reporter. (Kaitlan is still standing.) 
Trump’s in rant mode. But he made clear WH is restricting FBI Kavanaugh investigation to “what the Senate wants.” Speaking out of both sides of mouth—as usual—says FBI should do what’s necessary & wants comprehensive probe. But admits “free rein” is w/in limits of SEN REPUBLICANS
This is how tornado mouth Trump disarms & confuses people. He keeps talking, full of passion yet says completely contradictory things. It’s like weaponized ambiguity. Just enough for fans to take away whatever they want. But once you recognize the noise, the signal is clear.
Trump’s more than misleading. This is a full-on disinformation campaign about FBI Kavanaugh investigation. “Comprehensive” w/in GOP bounds—not FBI’s. McGahn’s only job—literally his last in WH—is this confirmation. He & Republicans are rigging the probe so it happens. It’s a sham
Just now: @JeffFlake: The FBI must conduct a ‘real’ investigation and look into ‘any current credible allegation’ about Kavanaugh. Says he’s working with WH counsel (McGahn) and Senate ‘to make that happens.’ Supreme Court is the last institution the public still trusts, he warns
What a fast flip. Could be part of WH disinformation: NYT reports White House issued a new directive authorizing FBI to “Interview Anyone Necessary for Kavanaugh Inquiry” after criticism by Democrats for narrowing its scope. Only restriction now is Friday. nyti.ms/2Ot7Kfk
Behold Kavanaugh disinformation campaign: GOP @senatemajldr McConnell right now is reciting talking points about a conspiracy theory between Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Democrats. He smears her while saying Dems delay to smear the real victim, poor Kavanaugh, b/c McCarthyism🙄
McConnell: Allegations against Kavanaugh are smears b/c Dems won't confirm anyone. Also @senatemajldr McConnell: One of my proudest moments was when I looked at Barack Obama in the eye and I said ‘Mr President, you will not fill this Supreme Court vacancy'
