Category: John McCain

Eight Years Ago, on Instapundit: Politico: a Revolving Door?…

POLITICO: A REVOLVING DOOR? “In three months since Election Day, at least a half-dozen prominent journalists have taken jobs working for the federal government. Journalists, including some of those who’ve jumped ship, say it’s better to have a solid job in government than a shaky job – or none at all – in an industry that’s fading fast.

McCain slams Trump in Munich speech without using his name

Republican Sen. John McCain delivered a withering critique of President Donald Trump in a speech Friday that highlighted fractures within the GOP as the new administration struggles to overcome a chaotic start. Speaking in Germany at the Munich Security Conference, McCain didn’t mention the president’s name, according to the prepared text, while he lamented a shift in the United States and Europe away from the ”universal values” that forged the Western alliance seven decades ago.

How the Trump hat became an icon

Bright red hats emblazoned with the words “Make America Great Again” dominated the crowd celebrating in front of the Capitol. The hats were a powerful reminder of the dramatic change in power about to unfold in Washington and became prized possessions for some of Trump’s supporters.

Flynn Resignation Stirs Larger Concerns on the Hill

Michael Flynn’s resignation as President Trump’s national security adviser might have closed the retired general’s brief, tumultuous chapter at the White House – but it raised new questions and concerns Tuesday on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers of both parties called for congressional inquiry into Flynn’s role. More significantly, it raised alarms that the country’s essential national security apparatus is in disarray.

It’s Getting Late Early: the Left and the Working Class

The accidental genius of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, particularly with a programmed establishment type like Hillary Clinton to run against, is how in its own way it covered the both right and left flanks. With all Trump’s babbling about carnage and ‘inner cities’ he hit on the traditional rightwing terror of being overwhelmed and slaughtered by the expanding colored hordes.

Democrats demand independent Russia probe after Flynn quits

Democrats demanded a special investigation Tuesday into possible links between President Donald Trump’s administration and Russia, including when Trump learned that his national security adviser, Michael Flynn, had discussed U.S. sanctions with a Russian diplomat. “The American people deserve to know the full extent of Russia’s financial, personal and political grip on President Trump and what that means for our national security,” House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi said in a statement.

McCain tweaks Trump by saying suppressing free press is a how dictators get starteda

Senator John McCain issued a stinging rebuke of President Donald Trump’s criticism of the press as the “enemy of the American People,” saying that intimidating and suppressing the news media is “how dictators get started.” In an interview with NBC’s Chuck Todd on Saturday, the Arizona Republican offered his thoughts on the importance of a free press to a democracy and warned that attempting to “shut down” any adversarial media outlets has typically been a tactic employed by dictators.

GOP, Dem senators want congressional say on Russia sanctions

A bipartisan group of senators wants President Donald Trump to get approval from Congress before easing U.S. sanctions against Russia. Their legislation, dubbed the Russia Sanctions Review Act, is the latest salvo in an increasingly heated debate over Trump’s desire to improve relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Threat from Within

It has been two weeks since he took over, imposing his dark vision upon this country. It has been two weeks since he declared war on religious minorities, our environment, our democracy.

John McCain, Meddling Busybody

ArizonaA s gift to the rest of the United States — a man who apparently never met a comrade he didnA t want to double-cross — keeps on giving: Sen. John McCain said Thursday that he spoke to the Australian ambassador to express support for the nationsA relationship after a heated call from President Trump. “I called Australia’s Ambassador to the United States this morning to express my unwavering support for the U.S.-Australia alliance,” McCain, whoA s frequently criticized Trump, said in a statement.

Arizona lawmakers again push for split of 9th Circuit Court

Republican members of Arizona’s congressional delegation are again trying to split up the federal appeals court whose nine-state territory includes Arizona. A bill introduced Thursday by Sens. John McCain and Jeff Flake would put Arizona in a new 12th Circuit with Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Nevada and Washington while leaving California, Hawaii and Oregon plus Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands in the 9th Circuit.

GOP senator tries to reassure Australia after Trump call

A senior Republican senator on Thursday sought to assure Australia that the United States remains a staunch ally following a tense discussion between President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull. Arizona Sen. John McCain said in a statement that he spoke with Joe Hockey, Australia’s ambassador to the United States, and expressed his “unwavering support for the U.S.-Australia alliance.”

Little heard in public, Bannon is quiet power in Oval Office

It is a mark of Steve Bannon’s extraordinary sway in the Trump White House that a man who has spoken so little in public over the past two weeks is getting so much credit – and blame – for what’s going on. The conservative media executive’s fingerprints are on virtually every significant move taken by President Donald Trump, from Trump’s sweeping order to suspend the country’s refugee program and block visitors from seven Muslim-majority countries to the nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court.

US hypocrisy on election meddling

“Although Donald Trump has taken the oath of office as president, speculation continues to swirl about alleged Russian interference in the 2016 elections to his benefit. The evidence that Moscow’s actions were designed to help Donald Trump is anemic.

Ryan stands by Trump’s executive order, offering only gentle criticism

Speaker Paul Ryan on Tuesday stood by President Donald Trump’s executive order closing the nation’s borders to refugees and people from predominantly Muslim countries, offering only gentle criticism that “regrettably, the rollout was confusing,” as House Republicans broadly embraced the measure’s mission. “We need to make sure that the vetting standards are up to snuff,” Mr. Ryan told reporters at the Capitol, saying he remained supportive of the order.

Immigration order playing well to Trump’s fans around nation

President Donald Trump’s order temporarily banning refugees and immigrants from seven mostly Muslim countries is playing well in Trump Country, those places that propelled him to the White House. The New York businessman and reality TV star promised to put America first during the campaign, his supporters say, and he’s doing it.

Coup d-Trump?

” I’m a Leninist. Lenin wanted to destroy the state, and that’s my goal too. I want to bring everything crashing down, and destroy all of today’s establishment .”

Kellyanne Conway Praises Trump’s – Extraordinary…

Despite national outrage over his policies, Kellyanne Conway praised Donald Trump for his “extraordinary accomplishments” during an appearance on Monday morning’s “Good Morning America.” “The extraordinary accomplishments in just the first week truly are breathtaking,” she said, adding that if you asked protesters to explain why they’re so angry, “they would probably get the facts wrong.”

The Use of Borders

Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham raised forceful objections to president Donald Trump’s 120 day moratorium of refugee admissions to the US. “At this very moment, American troops are fighting side-by-side with our Iraqi partners to defeat ISIL.

Trump defends immigration ban in fiery statement, says GOP…

After top Republican lawmakers harshly criticized President Donald Trump’s executive order temporarily barring people from seven Muslim-majority nations from entering the US, he fired back on Sunday in an official statement and in more candid words on Twitter. Sens. John McCain of Arizona and Lindsey Graham of South Carolina released a joint statement on Sunday calling the ban “a self-inflicted wound in the fight against terrorism.”

How Republicans view Trump’s immigration order

Following President Trump’s executive order on immigration, several Republicans have weighed in on the policy, which halts the U.S. intake of refugees and pauses travel to the U.S. by citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries. Others, like Sens. John McCain of Arizona and Lindsey Graham, have knocked the policy as dangerous to American national security interests.

How Republicans view Trump’s immigration order

Following President Trump’s executive order on immigration, several Republicans have weighed in on the policy, which halts the U.S. intake of refugees and pauses travel to the U.S. by citizens of seven Muslim-majority countries. Others, like Sens. John McCain of Arizona and Lindsey Graham, have knocked the policy as dangerous to American national security interests.

Schumer breaks down in tears while denouncing Trump’s travel ban

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer broke down in tears on Sunday as he announced that Democrats are considering legislation to overturn President Trump’s controversial executive order temporarily banning immigration from seven predominantly Muslim countries. “This executive order was mean-spirited and un-American,” Schumer said at a press conference in New York City, where he was surrounded by families affected by the ban.

White House backs strategist Bannon at national security meetings

The White House on Sunday said the addition of President Donald Trump’s chief strategist, Steve Bannon, to regular meetings of the country’s top national security officials was essential to the commander in chief’s decision-making process. Trump took steps Saturday to begin restructuring the White House National Security Council, adding the senior adviser to the principals committee, which includes the secretaries of state and defense.

Trump, Putin have long-awaited call; McCain urges continued sanctions

U.S. President Donald Trump’s first conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin since taking office is causing concern among European allies and consternation among fellow Republicans about the future of U.S. penalties imposed on Moscow. Trump was noncommittal before Saturday’s scheduled telephone call about whether he was considering lifting the economic sanctions.

Trump, Putin to speak amid GOP concerns on sanctions

President Donald Trump’s first conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin since taking office is sparking concern among European allies and his own Republican Party about the future of U.S. sanctions on Moscow. Ahead of the call planned for Saturday, Trump was noncommittal about whether he was considering lifting the economic penalties.