It leads inevitably to a conclusion that completely blows apart one of the biggest defenses of Trump coming from his propagandists right now.
*THREAD*
This goes to corrupt intent -- to the subversion and manipulation of foreign policy to serve Trump’s own corrupt ends.
First, Trump has a direct and open line to Sondland, to get briefed on every step of the unfolding plot -- and to provide direction to Sondland throughout.
Second, Trump is obsessing over how the plot is playing out.
In those conversations, Sondland detailed his discussions with Trump himself.
I’ve detailed these talks below:
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2019/…
Here’s what you’d have to believe:
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2019/…
Do they?
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