Thank you Alexander Vindman!! Trump should resign. He is on his way to crashing and burning. I hope it happens sooner whether than later-before more damage is done to our foreign relations and here at home to our government by Musk. Trump and Musk need to be fired. And all the Republicans who prop Trump up. Traitors!
Yes! Trump and Vance should be arrested tomorrow. Never mind asking him to resign. He's a traitor and Russia even said he owes them for election assistance. It's outrageous.
Angus King was just on MSNBC and was saying things that I interpreted as breaking ranks with Trump regarding Trumps support of Putin. Jim, maybe you can interview Senator King?
I didn't see the MSNBC segment, Carol. Although I have seen Angus King serve as a voice of reason, and Democracy, in the presence of his colleagues on the Senate floor. Heather Cox Richardson has written about this (not in those words; far more succinctly and eloquently than mine, naturally). Lawmakers—Democrats, Republicans and Independents need to emulate Senator King's commitment to the Constitution and to the American people.
Link to one of King's recent speeches, which was only 11 days ago, though given the deluge of abominable acts by the White House occupant, it seems like ages ago:
I am among the many I am sure, in Maine, who write to ALL of our elected reps, several times every week, each one, demanding accountability, thanking them for what they (may) have done. Telling them what we the voters expect and will be looking for at the next election. I think it matters. I recommend everyone do it. There are plenty of apps out there, or you can just bookmark the links to the "contact me" pages for everyone. That means your DC reps, your Governor, and your State reps. They can all stand up. They need to. And if they're part of the GOP, make it uncomfortable for them in their own district. DEMAND accountability. Remind them of their oaths of office (to defend the Constitution..).
Actually, no. Not legally. Money already allocated by the Congress is supposed to go there. We've already been through this once with him regarding Ukraine, when that "perfect phone call' of extortion happened. He had to release the funds he was holding them. But if someone sues because of this today, Trump will go straight to John Roberts, who has already shown where he lies. He stayed the money going to USaid, effectively killing thousands of kids depending on life saving medicines. It makes no sense for him to not do the same for Trump on same kind of issue. It's, we're, disgraceful. And now lawless.
just in: President Donald Trump is planning to revoke temporary legal status for Ukrainians who fled to the US, sources said, potentially putting them on a fast-track to deportation. The move, expected as soon as April, would be a stunning reversal of the welcome Ukrainians received under Joe Biden's administration.
But is he even going to ask them? A significant majority of Americans support Ukraine, and Repubs in Congress like winning elections. Maybe I am foolishly optimistic that there are a few who would, whatever the reason, continue to support Ukraine. Or all will be cowards like Rubio. . . Sigh.
I’m 67 yrs old. Never in my life did I imagine an American president would align with Putin/Russia. America First translates to Trump alone. He’s such a transactional person that he can’t think strategically-he will inject us into a world war. And probably on the wrong side.
I hope that our military refuse to fight if that happens. I would like to see the military take trump, musk and vance out of office along with all the Republican enablers and the Cabinet if that happens. I hope the military command is preparing for this eventuality.
There are a great many officers that they have not fired. They can’t fire all of them. There are more men in our country’s military than the thugs he pardoned. I do not believe that our military would fight against our allies. They swore an oath to the Constitution, not to any president.
Jim, Please look into this. I fear Kennedy might dispense with a 2025 flu vaccine. “BREAKING: RFK Jr. lays the groundwork for a public health crisis of historic proportions as his FDA cancels its crucial annual meeting with the panel of scientific health experts that plans next year's flu vaccinations.
The moment we all feared is finally arriving...
According to The New York Times, the Food and Drug Administration — which falls under RFK Jr.'s purview as Health Secretary — sent an email to the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee informing them of the unceremonious cancellation of the meeting.
No explanation was provided for the cancellation but RFK Jr. is well known for his deeply unscientific anti-vax positions. The meeting had been scheduled for March 13th.
Dr. Paul Offit of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, a member of the committee, warned that the cancellation could interfere with or even delay the production of lifesaving influenza vaccines.
"It’s a six-month production cycle. So one can only assume that we’re not picking flu strains this year," said Dr. Offit.
Flu strains are usually chosen during the F.D.A. meeting which customarily occurs in February or March using data obtained from the World Health Organization.
Of course, Trump ended the United States' relationship with the WHO at the beginning of his administration so the panel would have had their work cut out for them even if the meeting had not been cancelled.
Production of the vaccines is supposed to begin in June but that can't happen until the strains are selected. It's unclear when, if at all, that will happen now.
"The stakes are incredibly high," said Richard Hughes, an attorney for several vaccine makers.
According to C.D.C. numbers, 86 children and 19,000 adults died from the flu this season. Another 430,000 people were hospitalized. If the vaccines are not produced during this cycle, those numbers could skyrocket to record numbers — overwhelming hospitals and leading to mass deaths.
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I can't understand why anyone could plausibly be surprised that trump would side with Russia. He is doing what he has always done, He wants a dictatorship, he has said so repeatedly. He sees himself as a king/emperor/dictator. Americans aren't deceiving themselves, they know what is going on, they refuse to understand that this will end poorly for them. From the Republicans in Congress who are simply ignoring that trump no longer wants nor needs them; to the maggots who cling desperately to their visions of fairy tales and sugar plums,
Trump fears Putin too, you know. He knows he has payback for the help Russia gave him in getting reelected. The only thing that still confuses me is whether or not Musk has any role in this Russian Trump business relationship.
Musk is benefitting enormously from US taxpayers' money, and he is loving this power. Putin has zero respect for Trump, nor concern about his future. Trump owes Musk and Putin. He continues to be a useful idiot, to both.
Russia helped to get Trump elected both times and Musk's 2.5 mil certainly helped also with this time. Now Musk is putting money into the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election (April 1st). He wants to flip an important swing state court to the Maga side.
I am appalled at the way journalists are being treated because of Trump’s insecurities and ignorance. Be encouraged Jim, Joy Reid, and others that have been affected. Remember the Scripture 37:1 “Fret not thyself because of evil-doers, neither be thou envious against them that work unrighteousness. For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.” And those “blobs” that tried to embarrass President Zelenskyy about his attire; try again, because with his “physique” he looks better than them in his PJs.
Thank you Alexander Vindman!! Trump should resign. He is on his way to crashing and burning. I hope it happens sooner whether than later-before more damage is done to our foreign relations and here at home to our government by Musk. Trump and Musk need to be fired. And all the Republicans who prop Trump up. Traitors!
Yes! Trump and Vance should be arrested tomorrow. Never mind asking him to resign. He's a traitor and Russia even said he owes them for election assistance. It's outrageous.
I was hoping Biden would give him The Medal of Honor.
Trump "policies" align with Russia. Code for a new world order where Trump and Putin annex and divvy up countries they occupy/invade.
Jim. Keep on doing what you are doing.
Angus King was just on MSNBC and was saying things that I interpreted as breaking ranks with Trump regarding Trumps support of Putin. Jim, maybe you can interview Senator King?
I didn't see the MSNBC segment, Carol. Although I have seen Angus King serve as a voice of reason, and Democracy, in the presence of his colleagues on the Senate floor. Heather Cox Richardson has written about this (not in those words; far more succinctly and eloquently than mine, naturally). Lawmakers—Democrats, Republicans and Independents need to emulate Senator King's commitment to the Constitution and to the American people.
Link to one of King's recent speeches, which was only 11 days ago, though given the deluge of abominable acts by the White House occupant, it seems like ages ago:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2ptQFOi9Pg
I am among the many I am sure, in Maine, who write to ALL of our elected reps, several times every week, each one, demanding accountability, thanking them for what they (may) have done. Telling them what we the voters expect and will be looking for at the next election. I think it matters. I recommend everyone do it. There are plenty of apps out there, or you can just bookmark the links to the "contact me" pages for everyone. That means your DC reps, your Governor, and your State reps. They can all stand up. They need to. And if they're part of the GOP, make it uncomfortable for them in their own district. DEMAND accountability. Remind them of their oaths of office (to defend the Constitution..).
I second Alexander’s call to Trump to resign. Outstanding interview Jim. Thank u💙
Can Trump unilaterally cut aid to Ukraine? Isn't Congress responsible for allocating monies? What am I missing here?
Actually, no. Not legally. Money already allocated by the Congress is supposed to go there. We've already been through this once with him regarding Ukraine, when that "perfect phone call' of extortion happened. He had to release the funds he was holding them. But if someone sues because of this today, Trump will go straight to John Roberts, who has already shown where he lies. He stayed the money going to USaid, effectively killing thousands of kids depending on life saving medicines. It makes no sense for him to not do the same for Trump on same kind of issue. It's, we're, disgraceful. And now lawless.
just in: President Donald Trump is planning to revoke temporary legal status for Ukrainians who fled to the US, sources said, potentially putting them on a fast-track to deportation. The move, expected as soon as April, would be a stunning reversal of the welcome Ukrainians received under Joe Biden's administration.
He probably wants to slow things down going through the courts as usual. Ukraine needs weapons and supplies now. That is Trump's MO.
But is he even going to ask them? A significant majority of Americans support Ukraine, and Repubs in Congress like winning elections. Maybe I am foolishly optimistic that there are a few who would, whatever the reason, continue to support Ukraine. Or all will be cowards like Rubio. . . Sigh.
To the rest of the world: Sanction the hell out of the US.
I’m 67 yrs old. Never in my life did I imagine an American president would align with Putin/Russia. America First translates to Trump alone. He’s such a transactional person that he can’t think strategically-he will inject us into a world war. And probably on the wrong side.
I hope that our military refuse to fight if that happens. I would like to see the military take trump, musk and vance out of office along with all the Republican enablers and the Cabinet if that happens. I hope the military command is preparing for this eventuality.
They fired all the top military who would support the constitution and replaced them with sycophants
There are a great many officers that they have not fired. They can’t fire all of them. There are more men in our country’s military than the thugs he pardoned. I do not believe that our military would fight against our allies. They swore an oath to the Constitution, not to any president.
Putin owns Trump. Trump owns Rubio. To say otherwise is to not understand the dynamic.
What has Putin got on Trump. Why can’t someone stand up to Trump and Musk. Their policies are deplorable
Jim, Please look into this. I fear Kennedy might dispense with a 2025 flu vaccine. “BREAKING: RFK Jr. lays the groundwork for a public health crisis of historic proportions as his FDA cancels its crucial annual meeting with the panel of scientific health experts that plans next year's flu vaccinations.
The moment we all feared is finally arriving...
According to The New York Times, the Food and Drug Administration — which falls under RFK Jr.'s purview as Health Secretary — sent an email to the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee informing them of the unceremonious cancellation of the meeting.
No explanation was provided for the cancellation but RFK Jr. is well known for his deeply unscientific anti-vax positions. The meeting had been scheduled for March 13th.
Dr. Paul Offit of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, a member of the committee, warned that the cancellation could interfere with or even delay the production of lifesaving influenza vaccines.
"It’s a six-month production cycle. So one can only assume that we’re not picking flu strains this year," said Dr. Offit.
Flu strains are usually chosen during the F.D.A. meeting which customarily occurs in February or March using data obtained from the World Health Organization.
Of course, Trump ended the United States' relationship with the WHO at the beginning of his administration so the panel would have had their work cut out for them even if the meeting had not been cancelled.
Production of the vaccines is supposed to begin in June but that can't happen until the strains are selected. It's unclear when, if at all, that will happen now.
"The stakes are incredibly high," said Richard Hughes, an attorney for several vaccine makers.
According to C.D.C. numbers, 86 children and 19,000 adults died from the flu this season. Another 430,000 people were hospitalized. If the vaccines are not produced during this cycle, those numbers could skyrocket to record numbers — overwhelming hospitals and leading to mass deaths.
Please like and share!” Post from Occupy Democrats
I can't understand why anyone could plausibly be surprised that trump would side with Russia. He is doing what he has always done, He wants a dictatorship, he has said so repeatedly. He sees himself as a king/emperor/dictator. Americans aren't deceiving themselves, they know what is going on, they refuse to understand that this will end poorly for them. From the Republicans in Congress who are simply ignoring that trump no longer wants nor needs them; to the maggots who cling desperately to their visions of fairy tales and sugar plums,
Trump fears Putin too, you know. He knows he has payback for the help Russia gave him in getting reelected. The only thing that still confuses me is whether or not Musk has any role in this Russian Trump business relationship.
Musk is benefitting enormously from US taxpayers' money, and he is loving this power. Putin has zero respect for Trump, nor concern about his future. Trump owes Musk and Putin. He continues to be a useful idiot, to both.
Russia helped to get Trump elected both times and Musk's 2.5 mil certainly helped also with this time. Now Musk is putting money into the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election (April 1st). He wants to flip an important swing state court to the Maga side.
Of course he does. He has been personally talk g to Putin.
I am appalled at the way journalists are being treated because of Trump’s insecurities and ignorance. Be encouraged Jim, Joy Reid, and others that have been affected. Remember the Scripture 37:1 “Fret not thyself because of evil-doers, neither be thou envious against them that work unrighteousness. For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.” And those “blobs” that tried to embarrass President Zelenskyy about his attire; try again, because with his “physique” he looks better than them in his PJs.
Why can't the American people ask Trump to resign?
Stop romanticizing and trifling the character of Putin. Trump may be a useful goofball but Vlad is a deathly serious killer, no?