Trump upends oversight of coronavirus bailout, removing key official
Trump upends oversight of coronavirus bailout, removing key official
President Trump’s removes a watchdog tasked with overseeing how his administration spends the $2.2-trillion coronavirus rescue package.
www.latimes.com
For a sitting Dem senator to be openly cheering for Saudi Arabia to bankrupt thousands of US energy producers, unemploy millions of Americans, and profit to the tune of billions—even in today’s angry partisan Left—is just remarkable. And sad.
What does it tell you about Republican sincerity when supposedly “free market” Republicans are out supporting a cartel, and lose it when the cartel breaks and prices go down for consumers? As long as it’s fossil fuel interests, nothing else matters.
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/article/Ted-Cruz-to-Saudi-Arabia-You-re-supposed-to-15184721.php
Surreal.
Team LeBron vs. Team Durant.
Rare footage of NBA superstars on the gridiron 👀 @brgridiron
(via @NFL)
Under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, 22 USC 611 et seq, I’m pretty sure NBC is now legally obligated to close every broadcast with—and append to every tweet—“this message paid for by the Communist Party of China.”
U.S. reports 1,264 coronavirus deaths in over 24 hours.
Meanwhile in China, where the pandemic broke out, not a single new coronavirus death was reported. https://nbcnews.to/3aRarPK
Thought provoking and careful article that explains the need to keep asking questions about the origin of the Wuhan coronavirus
The Origin of the COVID-19 Outbreak in Wuhan
We don’t know yet. But contrary to recent reporting, science does not rule out a lab accident or even bioterrorism.
www.tabletmag.com
President Trump is abusing this pandemic to eliminate honest, independent public servants like Acting Inspector General Glenn Fine because they are willing to speak truth to power.
Trump replaces Pentagon IG, removing him from coronavirus relief
President Trump has replaced the Pentagon’s top watchdog a week after he was named to lead a committee charged with overseeing the $2 trillion c...
thehill.com
Biden blasts Trump's response to coronavirus one day after their phone call
Biden blasts Trump's response to coronavirus one day after their phone call
Former Vice President Joe Biden says President Trump's reaction to the coronavirus outbreak is harming Americans.
www.latimes.com
Only in the USA?
We must beg our doctor to write a prescription, pray the insurance company covers, wait for a test, wait for a site, and wait for the results. It’s time to breathe, exhale, wash your hands 20 seconds.
Stay your distance.
Lord, where’s the nat’l strategy?
This is what the coronavirus testing centers next to the Eiffel Tower in Paris look like
Until we win the battle against the #CoronavirusPandemic, can we avert another foolish war?
Graham backs Trump, vows no money for WHO in next funding bill
Graham backs Trump, vows no money for WHO in next funding bill
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Tuesday pledged to cut funding for the World Health Organization (WHO) in Congress's next appropriations bill unless i...
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Hey Congress! Here’s my two cents:
Treat the American citizens of the District of Columbia & Puerto Rico as US states. Stop treating us like 2nd class citizens when it comes the federal stimulus $$ to fight the #CoronavirusPandemic and to deal with major #HealthDisparities.
President Trump’s removal of acting Defense Department Inspector General Glenn Fine is part of a troubling pattern of attacks on independent oversight.
Feinstein on Firing of Defense Department IG
Washington—Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) today released the following statement on the firing of Glenn Fine as Defense Department inspecto...
www.feinstein.senate.gov
Appeals court allows Texas to ban abortions during coronavirus pandemic
Appeals court allows Texas to ban abortions during coronavirus pandemic
The Supreme Court could be asked to review the issue.
www.latimes.com
This is so obvious and wrong. Universal free testing should be mandated. Once done, you can track us based on results by zip-codes.
Kushner’s team seeks national coronavirus surveillance system via @politico
Kushner’s team seeks national coronavirus surveillance system
Critics worry about a Patriot Act for health care, raising concerns about patient privacy and civil liberties.
www.politico.com
The manner in which today's election in Wisconsin was conducted is despicable. It was completely irresponsible to put people at risk by compelling them to vote in person in a pandemic—a shameful outcome that disproportionately undermined the rights of African American voters.
Tonight I’ll be on @LateNightSeth to discuss Congress’ coronavirus efforts and what we can do to help families and small businesses get through this crisis. Be sure to tune in at 12:35 a.m. ET.
COVID-19 update for April 7, 2020. Check back daily for updates or visit http://Ontario.ca/coronavirus
I’m so sad about my friend Hal Willner. A brilliant and sweet man. This is so hard.
Newly eligible California workers in limbo over unemployment benefits
Newly eligible California workers in limbo over unemployment benefits
States are awaiting federal guidance on expanded unemployment benefits to furloughed employees, gig economy workers and others eligible for the first ...
www.latimes.com
On top of work stress, many immigrant doctors fighting coronavirus also face the added burden of visa uncertainty. It shouldn’t have to be this way—all health care workers must be able to maintain their immigration status.
Foreign doctors on front lines of COVID-19 fear deportation from U.S. https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2020-04-06/foreign-doctors-on-u-s-frontlines-of-covid-19-fear-deportation
I’m so proud of @Tunnel2Towers for supporting our healthcare workers.
It’s another example of New Yorkers standing together in this fight.
And it honors the legacy of 9/11 FDNY hero Stephen Siller, whose sacrifice inspired @Tunnel2Towers.
https://www.silive.com/togethersi/2020/04/tunnel-to-towers-foundation-3m-to-aid-healthcare-workers.html
Hospitals say feds are seizing masks and other coronavirus supplies with no explanation https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2020-04-07/hospitals-washington-seize-coronavirus-supplies
This afternoon I chatted with @OneFairWage about what actions Congress and the White House must take next to support working families who are struggling to get through the month. Help can't wait.
Not all heroes wear capes, some wear masks and scrubs.
These Americans are the true heroes of this pandemic, and we need to make sure they are taken care of.
That’s why Senate Democrats are fighting for a Heroes Fund.
Milwaukee is home to the largest African-American community in Wisconsin. Don't tell me that forcing people to choose between their health and their right to vote today is anything but an appalling act of voter suppression.
The Milwaukee voters I'm talking to are preparing to wait for about 5 hours. Remember, the city went from 180 polling locations to 5
Will be interviewed by @SeanHannity tonight at 9:00 P.M. Eastern on @FoxNews. Look forward to it.
Captain Crozier spoke up to protect his crew
Acting Navy Secretary Modly’s words and actions were insulting to those under his responsibility—It’s good he resigned
We will continue to fight the Trump admin’s ongoing attacks on those who speak the truth
Navy in crisis: Top leader's resignation roils service in the middle of a pandemic
Lawmakers had called for Modly to leave after profanity-laced speech was leaked to the media.
www.politico.com
Trump’s real estate company reportedly talked with @DeutscheBank about postponing payments because of the economic crisis. The public has a right to know if the Trump family is getting special favors & if that influences the President’s financial policies. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-04-07/senators-question-deutsche-bank-s-leverage-over-trump-on-loans
Coronavirus pandemic pushes U.S. and China closer to cold war
Coronavirus pandemic pushes U.S. and China closer to cold war
The health crisis has strengthened hard-liners and driven China and the U.S., the world’s two biggest economies, closer to collision.
www.latimes.com
White House news conference at 5:30 P.M. Eastern. Thank you!
We need more data from CDC on the availability of coronavirus testing. As the virus continues to spread, it’s important to recognize if particular groups are at greater risk and why. Read our letter to the @CDCDirector here:
Black communities disproportionately suffer from pre-existing conditions, increasing coronavirus risk.
20% more likely to have asthma.
40% more likely to have high blood pressure.
Black women are 3x more likely to have lupus.
Racial justice is at the forefront of this crisis.