Trump: Day 657
-Installs Loyalist 2 Oversee Probe
-Meeting w/ Putin on #VeteransDay
-W.H. Posts Doctored Acosta Video
-12 Killed in 307th Mass Shooting
-Denied by Courts From Ending DACA
-NoKo Cancels Meeting with Pompeo
-#ProtectMueller Rallies Nationwide
-Installs Loyalist 2 Oversee Probe
-Meeting w/ Putin on #VeteransDay
-W.H. Posts Doctored Acosta Video
-12 Killed in 307th Mass Shooting
-Denied by Courts From Ending DACA
-NoKo Cancels Meeting with Pompeo
-#ProtectMueller Rallies Nationwide
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Day 762 since Donald Trump admitted to sexual assault — yet he’s still in the Oval Office
Day 762 since Donald Trump admitted to sexual assault — yet he’s still in the Oval Office
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Day 613 of NO EVIDENCE produced by Trump that his phones were tapped by Obama.
The FISA warrant Trump referenced targeted Carter Page. #TrumpLies
Day 613 of NO EVIDENCE produced by Trump that his phones were tapped by Obama.
The FISA warrant Trump referenced targeted Carter Page. #TrumpLies
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Day 403 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 #NeverAgain #EnoughIsEnough
Day 403 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 #NeverAgain #EnoughIsEnough
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12 victims killed at #Borderline in Thousand Oaks in Ventura County, including Sgt. Ron Helus, a 29-year police veteran who was looking to retire in the next year.
This is the 307th mass shooting this year. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/s…
12 victims killed at #Borderline in Thousand Oaks in Ventura County, including Sgt. Ron Helus, a 29-year police veteran who was looking to retire in the next year.
This is the 307th mass shooting this year. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/s…
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Survivors of Las Vegas mass shooting were inside California bar during attack hill.cm/88CuDxy
Survivors of Las Vegas mass shooting were inside California bar during attack hill.cm/88CuDxy
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"I've been here fighting for him all morning long, and we did just get the news that he was one of the 11 killed last night. He was Cody Coffman, my first-born son."
"I've been here fighting for him all morning long, and we did just get the news that he was one of the 11 killed last night. He was Cody Coffman, my first-born son."
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Kim Wiles, a resident of Thousand Oaks, is distraught at the start of Sgt. Helus’ procession: "How many more times is this going to happen?"
Kim Wiles, a resident of Thousand Oaks, is distraught at the start of Sgt. Helus’ procession: "How many more times is this going to happen?"
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The U.S. has witnessed 6 mass shootings (4+ shot or killed, not including the shooter) in the 8 days of November, bringing this year's total to 307.
January: 22
February: 14
March: 17
April: 25
May: 28
June: 51
July: 46
August: 34
September: 34
October: 30
November: 6
The U.S. has witnessed 6 mass shootings (4+ shot or killed, not including the shooter) in the 8 days of November, bringing this year's total to 307.
January: 22
February: 14
March: 17
April: 25
May: 28
June: 51
July: 46
August: 34
September: 34
October: 30
November: 6
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Real-time American gun violence numbers for 2018:
•12,484 gun deaths
•24,241 gun injuries
•570 children shot
•2,427 teenagers shot
•1,722 armed home invasions
•1,525 defensive gun use incidents
•1,345 unintentional shootings
•307 mass shootings
Real-time American gun violence numbers for 2018:
•12,484 gun deaths
•24,241 gun injuries
•570 children shot
•2,427 teenagers shot
•1,722 armed home invasions
•1,525 defensive gun use incidents
•1,345 unintentional shootings
•307 mass shootings
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The suspect in the Thousand Oaks, Calif. bar shooting used a legally purchased handgun that had a high-capacity magazine modification, which is illegal in California.
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The suspect in the Thousand Oaks, Calif. bar shooting used a legally purchased handgun that had a high-capacity magazine modification, which is illegal in California.
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The tragic #ThousandOaksShooting is just another reminder that we live in a country where guns are too easy to get. WeNeedFewerGuns.org
The tragic #ThousandOaksShooting is just another reminder that we live in a country where guns are too easy to get. WeNeedFewerGuns.org
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Day 223 without Trump publicly offering his condolences for Master Sgt. Jonathan Dunbar, the fallen American service member who lost his life after an IED bombing in Syria. Why?
Day 223 without Trump publicly offering his condolences for Master Sgt. Jonathan Dunbar, the fallen American service member who lost his life after an IED bombing in Syria. Why?
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Day 223 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.
With Bill Shine, Trump is directing all White House messaging and communication.
Day 223 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.
With Bill Shine, Trump is directing all White House messaging and communication.
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Day 202 since Trump began forcibly separating immigrant children from their families.
➡️ 47 of 2,668 separated kids still in custody.
➡️ Parents of 33 already deported.
➡️ "No timeline” for 258 reunited but still-detained families.
Day 202 since Trump began forcibly separating immigrant children from their families.
➡️ 47 of 2,668 separated kids still in custody.
➡️ Parents of 33 already deported.
➡️ "No timeline” for 258 reunited but still-detained families.
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Reminder: The Trump administration is systematically locking up thousands of children at unheard of rates - now a staggering 12,800.
The government classifies these children as "unaccompanied"
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Reminder: The Trump administration is systematically locking up thousands of children at unheard of rates - now a staggering 12,800.
The government classifies these children as "unaccompanied"
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Trump admin using video hearings to speed up proceedings for detained kids: report hill.cm/w8CIKUq
Trump admin using video hearings to speed up proceedings for detained kids: report hill.cm/w8CIKUq
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Day 150 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 150 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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North Korea's decision to call off today's planned talks with @SecPompeo exposes divisions over denuclearization and the diplomatic process - with @mgordonwsj and @hj257: on.wsj.com/2yZy8UV
North Korea's decision to call off today's planned talks with @SecPompeo exposes divisions over denuclearization and the diplomatic process - with @mgordonwsj and @hj257: on.wsj.com/2yZy8UV
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Day 80 since Trump was implicated as an unindicted co-conspirator in violating federal campaign finance laws to keep affairs quiet and Congress has refused to call for investigations and impeachment.
Is Trump above the law?
Day 80 since Trump was implicated as an unindicted co-conspirator in violating federal campaign finance laws to keep affairs quiet and Congress has refused to call for investigations and impeachment.
Is Trump above the law?
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Day 21 since Saudi Arabia acknowledged the death of U.S. resident, WaPo columnist Jamal Khashoggi, claiming he died from an alleged October 2nd "fist fight" inside their Turkey consulate.
Where's his body?
The U.S. has yet to launch an investigation or impose sanctions.
Day 21 since Saudi Arabia acknowledged the death of U.S. resident, WaPo columnist Jamal Khashoggi, claiming he died from an alleged October 2nd "fist fight" inside their Turkey consulate.
Where's his body?
The U.S. has yet to launch an investigation or impose sanctions.
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Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.) tells @JoshRogin he intends to have hearings on Saudi Arabia: #Khashoggi wapo.st/2ySLoeb?tid=ss…
Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.) tells @JoshRogin he intends to have hearings on Saudi Arabia: #Khashoggi wapo.st/2ySLoeb?tid=ss…
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Opinion: If Jamal Khashoggi’s killers elude justice, Iran will exploit the consequences wapo.st/2DurSIG
Opinion: If Jamal Khashoggi’s killers elude justice, Iran will exploit the consequences wapo.st/2DurSIG
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Saudi Arabia's King Salman has embarked on a domestic tour this week with his favorite son, demonstrating his support for his chosen heir despite the crisis spawned by the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. reuters.com/article/us-sau…
Saudi Arabia's King Salman has embarked on a domestic tour this week with his favorite son, demonstrating his support for his chosen heir despite the crisis spawned by the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. reuters.com/article/us-sau…
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Associated Press: "We strongly reject the idea that any administration would block a journalist's access to the White House."
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Associated Press: "We strongly reject the idea that any administration would block a journalist's access to the White House."
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W.H. Correspondents' Association: "Revoking access to the White House complex is a reaction out of line to the purported offense and is unacceptable ... We urge the White House to immediately reverse this weak and misguided action."
W.H. Correspondents' Association: "Revoking access to the White House complex is a reaction out of line to the purported offense and is unacceptable ... We urge the White House to immediately reverse this weak and misguided action."
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Yes, the White House video of the @Acosta run-in was doctored, experts say. @drewharwell reports.
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Yes, the White House video of the @Acosta run-in was doctored, experts say. @drewharwell reports.
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Sarah Sanders:
Trump will never tolerate a reporter placing his hands on someone just trying to do their job
Fact check:
In Oct 2018, Trump praised Greg Gianforte for body slamming Ben Jacobs "Any guy that can do a body slam he's my kind of guy"
Sarah Sanders:
Trump will never tolerate a reporter placing his hands on someone just trying to do their job
Fact check:
In Oct 2018, Trump praised Greg Gianforte for body slamming Ben Jacobs "Any guy that can do a body slam he's my kind of guy"
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There’s always a tweet
There’s always a tweet
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Justince Ginsburg broke three ribs in a fall last night, per the Supreme Court. She went to the hospital this morning and was admitted “for observation and treatment,” the public information office adds.
Justince Ginsburg broke three ribs in a fall last night, per the Supreme Court. She went to the hospital this morning and was admitted “for observation and treatment,” the public information office adds.
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Cory Booker: "Sessions' firing at the hands of Trump is an alarming development that brings us one step closer to a constitutional crisis."
"Trump made this decision based on his fear of being implicated by ... Robert Mueller's investigation."
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Cory Booker: "Sessions' firing at the hands of Trump is an alarming development that brings us one step closer to a constitutional crisis."
"Trump made this decision based on his fear of being implicated by ... Robert Mueller's investigation."
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Mark Warner: "Senators from both parties have repeatedly affirmed their support for Robert Mueller's investigation. Every one of them should speak out now and deliver a clear message to [Trump] that the Special Counsel's investigation must continue without interference."
Mark Warner: "Senators from both parties have repeatedly affirmed their support for Robert Mueller's investigation. Every one of them should speak out now and deliver a clear message to [Trump] that the Special Counsel's investigation must continue without interference."
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If Trump tries to fire Mueller, senior Democratic officials tell Politico that Mueller would likely get an immediate summons to Capitol Hill for nationally televised testimony about his findings. politico.com/story/2018/11/…
If Trump tries to fire Mueller, senior Democratic officials tell Politico that Mueller would likely get an immediate summons to Capitol Hill for nationally televised testimony about his findings. politico.com/story/2018/11/…
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Sessions' replacement Matthew Whitaker once advised a patent marketing co. that federal authorities shut down as a fraudulent scheme. It was accused of bilking investors out of a staggering $25,000,000 and intimating those who publicly complained.
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Sessions' replacement Matthew Whitaker once advised a patent marketing co. that federal authorities shut down as a fraudulent scheme. It was accused of bilking investors out of a staggering $25,000,000 and intimating those who publicly complained.
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Dark Money Paid New Trump Attorney General Matthew Whitaker’s Salary for 3 Years desmogblog.com/2018/11/07/dar…
Dark Money Paid New Trump Attorney General Matthew Whitaker’s Salary for 3 Years desmogblog.com/2018/11/07/dar…
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People close to Trump tell NYT that Matthew Whitaker first came to the attention of Trump because he liked watching Whitaker attack Mueller's investigation on TV. Trump was a fan of his new acting A.G.'s TV appearances.
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People close to Trump tell NYT that Matthew Whitaker first came to the attention of Trump because he liked watching Whitaker attack Mueller's investigation on TV. Trump was a fan of his new acting A.G.'s TV appearances.
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Mother Jones has obtained audio of Matthew Whitaker, the official now overseeing the Mueller probe, saying that Trump can kill any investigation he wants. Whitaker claimed Trump cannot commit obstruction of justice.
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Mother Jones has obtained audio of Matthew Whitaker, the official now overseeing the Mueller probe, saying that Trump can kill any investigation he wants. Whitaker claimed Trump cannot commit obstruction of justice.
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Top Democrats have sent letters to Trump admin and DOJ officials announcing plans to investigate Sessions' departure and requesting preservation of all relevant docs.
The letters also request officials maintain docs relevant to Mueller's probe. bit.ly/2Du7BmH
Top Democrats have sent letters to Trump admin and DOJ officials announcing plans to investigate Sessions' departure and requesting preservation of all relevant docs.
The letters also request officials maintain docs relevant to Mueller's probe. bit.ly/2Du7BmH
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In a radio interview in May 2017, Matthew Whitaker described Michael Flynn's phone calls with Sergey Kislyak during the transition as potentially "friendly get-to-know-you" conversations. Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the feds two months later. thebea.st/2PlyrE4?source…
In a radio interview in May 2017, Matthew Whitaker described Michael Flynn's phone calls with Sergey Kislyak during the transition as potentially "friendly get-to-know-you" conversations. Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the feds two months later. thebea.st/2PlyrE4?source…
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Sam Clovis, a witness in Mueller's investigation, has longtime ties to Matthew Whitaker.
"We're currently friends," Clovis said of Whitaker in an interview with WaPo. "I texted him congratulations today." wapo.st/2qxfbEz
Sam Clovis, a witness in Mueller's investigation, has longtime ties to Matthew Whitaker.
"We're currently friends," Clovis said of Whitaker in an interview with WaPo. "I texted him congratulations today." wapo.st/2qxfbEz
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Whitaker must recuse himself from any role overseeing the Special Counsel’s investigation - in order to ensure that the public can trust the integrity of the investigation & to protect DOJ’s fundamental independence.
Letter just sent by 18 AGs:
ag.ny.gov/press-release/…
Whitaker must recuse himself from any role overseeing the Special Counsel’s investigation - in order to ensure that the public can trust the integrity of the investigation & to protect DOJ’s fundamental independence.
Letter just sent by 18 AGs:
ag.ny.gov/press-release/…
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Matt Whitaker has no intention of recusing himself from overseeing the Mueller probe, people close to him tell WaPo.
The sources also said they strongly believe Whitaker would not approve any request from Mueller to subpoena Trump. washingtonpost.com/world/national…
Matt Whitaker has no intention of recusing himself from overseeing the Mueller probe, people close to him tell WaPo.
The sources also said they strongly believe Whitaker would not approve any request from Mueller to subpoena Trump. washingtonpost.com/world/national…
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George Conway (Kellyanne's husband) and Neal Katyal: "Trump's Appointment of the Acting Attorney General Is Unconstitutional."
nytimes.com/2018/11/08/opi…
George Conway (Kellyanne's husband) and Neal Katyal: "Trump's Appointment of the Acting Attorney General Is Unconstitutional."
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"[Trump] is evading the requirement to seek the Senate's advice and consent for the nation's chief law enforcement officer and the person who will oversee the Mueller investigation."
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"[Trump] is evading the requirement to seek the Senate's advice and consent for the nation's chief law enforcement officer and the person who will oversee the Mueller investigation."
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"We cannot tolerate such an evasion of the Constitution’s very explicit, textually precise design. Senate confirmation exists for a simple, and good, reason. Constitutionally, Matthew Whitaker is a nobody."
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"We cannot tolerate such an evasion of the Constitution’s very explicit, textually precise design. Senate confirmation exists for a simple, and good, reason. Constitutionally, Matthew Whitaker is a nobody."
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Cambridge Analytica violated British law when it used improperly harvested Facebook data to aid Trump's 2016 campaign, and would face a significant fine if it were not already in bankruptcy, Britain’s top data protection watchdog has found. nytimes.com/2018/11/06/tec…
Cambridge Analytica violated British law when it used improperly harvested Facebook data to aid Trump's 2016 campaign, and would face a significant fine if it were not already in bankruptcy, Britain’s top data protection watchdog has found. nytimes.com/2018/11/06/tec…
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Trump is scheduled to meet Putin on #VeteransDay
Yes, Veterans Day!
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Trump is scheduled to meet Putin on #VeteransDay
Yes, Veterans Day!
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"It is only a matter of time before a clash occurs," an expert says, as the American Navy challenges China’s military buildup — with no agreement on rules of conduct for preventing an escalation. nyti.ms/2Qt8Rta
"It is only a matter of time before a clash occurs," an expert says, as the American Navy challenges China’s military buildup — with no agreement on rules of conduct for preventing an escalation. nyti.ms/2Qt8Rta
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A three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is upholding a nationwide injunction blocking Trump's decision to phase out the DACA program.
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A three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is upholding a nationwide injunction blocking Trump's decision to phase out the DACA program.
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The Trump admin says it will restrict people who illegally cross the U.S. border with Mexico from claiming asylum, according to Bloomberg. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…
The Trump admin says it will restrict people who illegally cross the U.S. border with Mexico from claiming asylum, according to Bloomberg. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…
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Incoming House Foreign Affairs chairman @RepEliotEngel (D) says he's going to investigate this event from the spring: Trump Org. lawyers warned Panamanian president of "repercussions' if he didn't help Trump keep his Panama hotel.
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Incoming House Foreign Affairs chairman @RepEliotEngel (D) says he's going to investigate this event from the spring: Trump Org. lawyers warned Panamanian president of "repercussions' if he didn't help Trump keep his Panama hotel.
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The Constitution bars presidents from taking extra payments from individual states. Virginia buys Trump Wine to sell in state liquor stores. When asked, state said the *winery* is owned by @EricTrump.
Donald Trump owns the land under the winery.
The Constitution bars presidents from taking extra payments from individual states. Virginia buys Trump Wine to sell in state liquor stores. When asked, state said the *winery* is owned by @EricTrump.
Donald Trump owns the land under the winery.
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Snoop Dogg smokes blunt outside White House: "F--k the president"
Snoop Dogg smokes blunt outside White House: "F--k the president"
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MILWAUKEE — upwards of 1,000 protestors have gathered at steps of Federal Courthouse, chanting, “Wake up, Congress, do your jobs.” #ProtectMueller
MILWAUKEE — upwards of 1,000 protestors have gathered at steps of Federal Courthouse, chanting, “Wake up, Congress, do your jobs.” #ProtectMueller
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Look at the size of this massive #ProtectMueller protest in New York.
Look at the size of this massive #ProtectMueller protest in New York.
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Mueller protest in front of the White House pscp.tv/w/brSqwDFyYVFa…
Mueller protest in front of the White House pscp.tv/w/brSqwDFyYVFa…
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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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Since when is counting votes considered election fraud?
Since when is counting votes considered election fraud?
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Sessions, in Last-Minute Act, Sharply Limits Use of Consent Decrees to Curb Police Abuses
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Sessions, in Last-Minute Act, Sharply Limits Use of Consent Decrees to Curb Police Abuses
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