Here's what Trump said: "As soon as we get the facts straight, if we agree with them, we will condemn Russia or whoever it may be." That's bullshit. Total bullshit. 2/x
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No way UK didn't share intelligence with US before Theresa May publicly accused Russia. If CIA or others disagreed, they would've raised objections, or presented alternative evidence. May going public indicates US intel agreed. Then why's Trump saying "if we agree with them"? 3/x
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When America's closest ally says "Russia did it" and POTUS says "whoever it may be," it sends a signal: You're on your own "Whoever it may be" aims to cast doubt where the UK thinks there isn't any. (A rare nerve agent made in Russia controlled by Russian gov? Not a big leap) 4/x
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I'm skeptical of "Trump's a Russian agent" theories, arguing that he's a useful idiot. But how usefully idiotic can one man be? Admitting Russia helped him win hurts Trump's ego. How would unequivocally backing the UK hurt him? What's the innocent (albeit stupid) explanation? 5/x
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Worst part is, the damage is lasting. US and UK always have each other's back. Always. Even if Trump eventually does the right thing, every day he waits weakens that bond built over decades. And if he never does, it shows UK--and all US allies--they can't depend on America. 6/x
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How can NATO members--especially in eastern Europe--watch this and think the US will honor its commitments to protect them from Russia? After seeing this, why would east Asian allies think it's smart to keep resisting Chinese influence because they can depend on America? 7/x
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And what a slap in the face to the UK! This might be Trump's biggest mistake yet. Shows he clearly doesn't understand how important voluntary, reciprocal alliances are to US power. And none more than UK. Next time US needs help, they'll remember US wasn't there for them. (END)
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Did *you* ever imagine you’d be writing that tweet? I sure never imagined I’d be writing the equivalent.
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No. Definitely not.
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Agreed. Also he is doing damage by not enforcing Russia sanctions that Congress voted 517-5 for.pic.twitter.com/vrpG4rSHzC
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Agree. Protect us *and our allies* from our enemies. Shameful from a person who knows no shame.pic.twitter.com/D5gKjf1qyI
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Trump has left us unguarded against Russian attacks. He is impeachable reckless at best, but more likely complicit due to prior conspiratorial acts, IMHO.pic.twitter.com/5EtdXEbzpv
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And the US Secretary of State who did support the UK got sacked - trump showing his colours again (as if we needed any reminders about what his colours are!)
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Nor should they...
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No, we won’t
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