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🇺🇦Former CIA Director & Obama White House official. Proud Fordham Ram, UT-Austin Longhorn. My memoir, Undaunted,

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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
I served 6 Presidents, 3 Rs & 3Ds. I directly supported Clinton, Bush 43, and Obama. While I didn't agree with all their policy choices, I admired and respected all of them, as they put country above their personal interests. Not so with you, as your self adoration is disgraceful
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
“Still Rising: Rasmussen Poll Shows Donald Trump Approval Ratings Now at 51 Percent”
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
When the full extent of your venality, moral turpitude, and political corruption becomes known, you will take your rightful place as a disgraced demagogue in the dustbin of history. You may scapegoat Andy McCabe, but you will not destroy America...America will triumph over you.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
Andrew McCabe FIRED, a great day for the hard working men and women of the FBI - A great day for Democracy. Sanctimonious James Comey was his boss and made McCabe look like a choirboy. He knew all about the lies and corruption going on at the highest levels of the FBI!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
Donald Trump’s press conference performance in Helsinki rises to & exceeds the threshold of “high crimes & misdemeanors.” It was nothing short of treasonous. Not only were Trump’s comments imbecilic, he is wholly in the pocket of Putin. Republican Patriots: Where are you???
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
Stop blaming others. Look in the mirror. Your inflammatory rhetoric, insults, lies, & encouragement of physical violence are disgraceful. Clean up your act....try to act Presidential. The American people deserve much better. BTW, your critics will not be intimidated into silence.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
A very big part of the Anger we see today in our society is caused by the purposely false and inaccurate reporting of the Mainstream Media that I refer to as Fake News. It has gotten so bad and hateful that it is beyond description. Mainstream Media must clean up its act, FAST!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
Colin Kaepernick drew our collective attention to the problem of continued racial injustice in America. He did so not to disrespect our flag but to give meaning to the words of the preamble of our Constitution—“in order to form a more perfect union.” Well done, Colin, well done.
@Kaepernick7
Colin Kaepernick
6 years
Believe in something, even if it means sacrificing everything. #JustDoIt
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
This action is part of a broader effort by Mr. Trump to suppress freedom of speech & punish critics. It should gravely worry all Americans, including intelligence professionals, about the cost of speaking out. My principles are worth far more than clearances. I will not relent.
@NBCNews
NBC News
6 years
BREAKING: President Trump is revoking former CIA Director and high-profile Trump critic John Brennan's security clearance, White House says.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
I take no delight in seeing the steady collapse of a U.S. Presidency, but I do take strong comfort in knowing that the rule of law & our great government institutions are prevailing. Things ultimately will get better, and we will heal as a Nation.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
Your comments reflect the despicable nature of your character, hate & fear of our foreign service officers & desperation to protect your corrupt & criminal acts. Your efforts to intimidate will fail. May your downfall be swift, your penalty onerous, & your legacy condemned by all
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
4 years
Everywhere Marie Yovanovitch went turned bad. She started off in Somalia, how did that go? Then fast forward to Ukraine, where the new Ukrainian President spoke unfavorably about her in my second phone call with him. It is a U.S. President’s absolute right to appoint ambassadors.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
It’s astounding how often you fail to live up to minimum standards of decency, civility, & probity. Seems like you will never understand what it means to be president, nor what it takes to be a good, decent, & honest person. So disheartening, so dangerous for our Nation.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
When you give a crazed, crying lowlife a break, and give her a job at the White House, I guess it just didn’t work out. Good work by General Kelly for quickly firing that dog!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Your feelings of inferiority, insecurity, vulnerability, and culpability are loud & clear. You remind me of how many corrupt authoritarian leaders abroad behaved before they were deposed. Bob Mueller’s name will be revered in the annals of U.S. history; your name will be scorned.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
....terrible Gang of Angry Democrats. Look at their past, and look where they come from. The now $30,000,000 Witch Hunt continues and they’ve got nothing but ruined lives. Where is the Server? Let these terrible people go back to the Clinton Foundation and “Justice” Department!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
The damage being inflicted by @realDonaldTrump on our national conscience & our government is tragic. Members of Congress & staffers who defend & misrepresent his indefensible actions are telling Americans it’s ok to be dishonest, unethical, & corrupt. How far we have fallen.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Your cabal of unprincipled, unethical, dishonest, and sycophantic cronies is being methodically brought to justice. We all know where this trail leads. If your utter incompetence is not enough to run you out of office, your increasingly obvious political corruption surely will.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
If Roger Stone was indicted for lying to Congress, what about the lying done by Comey, Brennan, Clapper, Lisa Page & lover, Baker and soooo many others? What about Hillary to FBI and her 33,000 deleted Emails? What about Lisa & Peter’s deleted texts & Wiener’s laptop? Much more!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
As a former resident of Texas and a proud UT-Austin alumnus, I believe Beto O’Rourke is the type of individual Texans need in the U.S. Senate to represent their best interests. He has the integrity, intellect, and character that is in short supply in Congress. Vote!
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John O. Brennan
5 years
The stain Donald Trump leaves on our Nation’s soul should be a constant reminder that we cannot assume candidates for public office have the competence, integrity, & decency Americans deserve. In 2020, we need to elect someone to safeguard & strengthen democracy, not trample it.
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John O. Brennan
5 years
A reminder to federal officials: There is no limit on the number of individuals who can use the whistleblower statute. If you think you were involved in unlawful activity as a result of a directive from Mr. Trump or someone doing his bidding, now is the time to report it.
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John O. Brennan
1 year
Dr. Fauci is a national hero who will be remembered for generations to come for his innate goodness & many contributions to public health Despite your business success, you will be remembered most for fueling public hate & divisions. You may have money, but you have no class.
@elonmusk
Elon Musk
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My pronouns are Prosecute/Fauci
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John O. Brennan
5 years
Your unfitness for office has never been more stark, your lack of humanity never more apparent, your politics never more craven, & your ultimate political ignominy never more certain.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
Due to the fact that Democrats are unwilling to change our very dangerous immigration laws, we are indeed, as reported, giving strong considerations to placing Illegal Immigrants in Sanctuary Cities only....
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John O. Brennan
4 years
It is unsurprising @realDonaldTrump enjoys wallowing in his fetid self-indulgence, but I find it surreal that so many other government officials encourage his ignorance, incompetence, & destructive behavior. BTW, history will be written by the righteous, not by his lickspittle.
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John O. Brennan
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For four years, I spoke out vigorously against Donald Trump’s craven dishonesty, corrupt pursuit of personal interests, & trampling of our democratic principles. After serving over three decades in national security, I felt compelled to condemn Trump’s depravity & incompetence.
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John O. Brennan
5 years
Mitch, Lindsey, Marco, & other Rs: You own @RealDonaldTrump ’s disastrous decision to abandon the Kurds & America’s global responsibilities. By putting your crass politics above country, you have encouraged his incompetence, corruption, and evil ways. Find your souls.
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John O. Brennan
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It is my sincere hope that the forthcoming exposure of your malfeasance & corruption will convince enough Republicans to abandon you in 2019. We have had enough of your whining from the White House. We need an actual leader—our Nation’s future is at stake.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
I am the only person in America who could say that, “I’m bringing our great troops back home, with victory,” and get BAD press. It is Fake News and Pundits who have FAILED for years that are doing the complaining. If I stayed in Endless Wars forever, they would still be unhappy!
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John O. Brennan
5 years
Whenever you send out such inane tweets, I take great solace in knowing that you realize how much trouble you are in & how impossible it will be for you to escape American justice. Mostly, I am relieved that you will never have the opportunity to run for public office again.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
....which it was not (but even if it was, it is only a CIVIL CASE, like Obama’s - but it was done correctly by a lawyer and there would not even be a fine. Lawyer’s liability if he made a mistake, not me). Cohen just trying to get his sentence reduced. WITCH HUNT!
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John O. Brennan
5 years
You constantly remind us how substantively shallow & dishonest you are on so many fronts, which is why we are in such dangerous times. You would need an extremely tall ladder to get anywhere near the level of intellect, competence & integrity of Bill McRaven & your predecessors.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
Of course we should have captured Osama Bin Laden long before we did. I pointed him out in my book just BEFORE the attack on the World Trade Center. President Clinton famously missed his shot. We paid Pakistan Billions of Dollars & they never told us he was living there. Fools!..
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John O. Brennan
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It is impossible to overstate @realDonaldTrump ’s corrosive impact on our political culture & national character. Rejection of his demagoguery, his lies, and the politics of fear espoused by McConnell & Graham is at hand. If you want to make a difference, vote!!!
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John O. Brennan
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Your refusal to accept the unanimous assessment of U.S. Intelligence on Iran, No. Korea, ISIS, Russia, & so much more shows the extent of your intellectual bankruptcy. All Americans, especially members of Congress, need to understand the danger you pose to our national security.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
The Intelligence people seem to be extremely passive and naive when it comes to the dangers of Iran. They are wrong! When I became President Iran was making trouble all over the Middle East, and beyond. Since ending the terrible Iran Nuclear Deal, they are MUCH different, but....
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John O. Brennan
6 years
Senator McConnell & Speaker Ryan: If Mr. Trump continues along this disastrous path, you will bear major responsibility for the harm done to our democracy. You do a great disservice to our Nation & the Republican Party if you continue to enable Mr. Trump’s self-serving actions.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
I hereby demand, and will do so officially tomorrow, that the Department of Justice look into whether or not the FBI/DOJ infiltrated or surveilled the Trump Campaign for Political Purposes - and if any such demands or requests were made by people within the Obama Administration!
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John O. Brennan
6 years
Key takeaways this week: Dr. Ford is a national treasure; Sen. Jeff Flake is an admirable man with a conscience, while craven politician Lindsey Graham is not; Kavanaugh’s temperament and blatant partisanship are disqualifying of a Supreme Court seat.
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John O. Brennan
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Your kakistocracy is collapsing after its lamentable journey. As the greatest Nation history has known, we have the opportunity to emerge from this nightmare stronger & more committed to ensuring a better life for all Americans, including those you have so tragically deceived.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
James Comey is a proven LEAKER & LIAR. Virtually everyone in Washington thought he should be fired for the terrible job he did-until he was, in fact, fired. He leaked CLASSIFIED information, for which he should be prosecuted. He lied to Congress under OATH. He is a weak and.....
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John O. Brennan
6 years
Your wrong-headed protectionist policies & antics are damaging our global standing as well as our national interests. Your worldview does not represent American ideals. To allies & friends: Be patient, Mr. Trump is a temporary aberration. The America you once knew will return.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
PM Justin Trudeau of Canada acted so meek and mild during our @G7 meetings only to give a news conference after I left saying that, “US Tariffs were kind of insulting” and he “will not be pushed around.” Very dishonest & weak. Our Tariffs are in response to his of 270% on dairy!
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John O. Brennan
4 years
In debate, @Mike_Pence lied about handwritten notes of mine from 2016 that referenced unsubstantiated Russian allegation about Secretary Clinton. Follows DNI Ratcliffe’s politicized release of misleading snippets of documents. Russia helped Trump, and continues to. Full stop.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
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. @realDonaldTrump ’s propaganda & disinformation machine, which operates according to a despot’s playbook, is the most aggressive & odious in history. It far surpasses even Russia’s ability to trample the truth, harm U.S. security, & undermine America’s reputation worldwide.
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John O. Brennan
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There should be no place in American society, much less in our government, for the depravity being demonstrated daily by @realDonaldTrump . Members of his Cabinet who enable such behavior are betraying their oath of office by supporting an increasingly desperate despot.
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John O. Brennan
6 years
Today, Donald Trump simultaneously lied about the Iranian nuclear deal, undermined global confidence in US commitments, alienated our closest allies, strengthened Iranian hawks, & gave North Korea more reason to keep its nukes. This madness is a danger to our national security.
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John O. Brennan
6 years
Watching the spectacle of the House “hearing” with Peter Strzok today, I was reminded of the words of Abraham Lincoln: “America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves.”
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John O. Brennan
6 years
As we mark the 242nd year of our great Nation’s birth, let us remember the words of our 1st President, George Washington: “The bosom of America is open to receive not only the opulent and respectable Stranger, but the oppressed and persecuted of all Nations and Religions.” 🇺🇸
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John O. Brennan
6 years
Mr. Trump: Your hypocrisy knows no bounds. Jim Clapper is a man of integrity, honesty, ethics, & morality. You are not. Jim Clapper served his country for over a half century, including in Vietnam. You did not. By your words & behavior, you diminish the Office of the Presidency.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
“Clapper lied about (fraudulent) Dossier leaks to CNN” @foxandfriends FoxNews He is a lying machine who now works for Fake News CNN.
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John O. Brennan
5 years
Press conference with Finnish President shows @realDonaldTrump is a national disgrace who deserves impeachment, conviction, & ouster from office. Republicans in Congress must abandon him now if they care about our country & have any hope of salvaging a political future for GOP.
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John O. Brennan
4 years
While you fabricated bone spurs to avoid military service, John Kelly served as a brave & valiant military officer. One can disagree with John’s views, statements, or actions, but there is no denying he is an American patriot. You, however, will always be a national disgrace.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
4 years
When I terminated John Kelly, which I couldn’t do fast enough, he knew full well that he was way over his head. Being Chief of Staff just wasn’t for him. He came in with a bang, went out with a whimper, but like so many X’s, he misses the action & just can’t keep his mouth shut,.
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John O. Brennan
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You shame yourself & the Office of the Presidency every time you try to smear those who dedicate their lives to public service. These elected officials, like so many others, have worked selflessly on behalf of their fellow citizens, something unfamiliar to one as selfish as you.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
Former Senator Harry Reid (he got thrown out) is working hard to put a good spin on his failed career. He led through lies and deception, only to be replaced by another beauty, Cryin’ Chuck Schumer. Some things just never change!
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John O. Brennan
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The iceberg of lies, deceit, corruption, & criminality is steadily but surely surfacing, despite the efforts of many in high places to keep it submerged. How large is the iceberg & who will be found clinging to it? The wheels of justice turn slowly, but grind exceedingly fine.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
Oh, I get it! I am a very good developer, happily living my life, when I see our Country going in the wrong direction (to put it mildly). Against all odds, I decide to run for President & continue to run my business-very legal & very cool, talked about it on the campaign trail...
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John O. Brennan
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A man of tremendous courage, patriotism, and integrity, Senator John McCain will be remembered by history as one of our country’s greatest heroes. His life of service and his strong decency and respect toward others should serve as a shining example for all Americans.
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John O. Brennan
4 years
We are now in a full-blown national security crisis. By trying to prevent the flow of intelligence to Congress, Trump is abetting a Russian covert operation to keep him in office for Moscow’s interests, not America’s.
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John O. Brennan
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I subsequently learned from the Mueller report that there was a lot more evidence of collusion and obstruction of justice than was indicated in the misleading & highly politicized Barr memo. Your obvious fear of Congressional action is warranted & your dishonesty is appalling.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
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John Brennan on the Mueller probe, “I don’t know if I received bad information, but I THINK I SUSPECTED THAT THERE WAS MORE THAN THERE ACTUALLY WAS.” Wow, he admits he was wrong! Congress should go back to work on drug prices etc.
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John O. Brennan
4 years
Rand Paul is beneath contempt. He typifies the worst of @realDonaldTrump ’s craven enablers. Any Senator excusing this dangerous behavior makes a mockery of public service. History will revile all of you.
@politico
POLITICO
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Rand Paul used the final deliberations of Trump's impeachment trial to name the alleged whistleblower
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John O. Brennan
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Trump Admin threat to retaliate against nations that exercise sovereign right in UN to oppose US position on Jerusalem is beyond outrageous. Shows @realDonaldTrump expects blind loyalty and subservience from everyone—qualities usually found in narcissistic, vengeful autocrats.
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John O. Brennan
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Just imagine if we had a President who did not live in constant fear of being exposed as a fraud, who did not have to obstruct justice to survive politically, and who had the intelligence, integrity, and leadership skills to address America’s many important challenges....
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John O. Brennan
4 years
Unsurprisingly, Lindsey Graham is willfully, brazenly, & cravenly misrepresenting the facts in today’s Senate Judiciary hearing with Jim Comey. I am so looking forward to the day when Graham, Trump, & the rest of their ilk are no longer associated with the U.S. Government.
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John O. Brennan
3 years
Trump will never acknowledge he lost the election. Honesty & accepting reality are not in a despot’s DNA. Despite his tantrum, Inauguration Day will arrive, and President Biden & VP Harris will immediately restore dignity, competence, & honesty to the White House. Can’t wait.
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John O. Brennan
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The impeachment process will reveal whether Republicans will tolerate corruption, dishonesty, & avarice in our Nation’s highest office. If so, America’s political soul & global standing will be indelibly sullied, and @realDonaldTrump will have destroyed the very heart of the GOP.
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John O. Brennan
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Any attempt by the White House to subvert or manipulate law enforcement should be resisted. Rather than resigning, officials should stand their ground & wait to be fired. Resisting abuse of presidential authority is not a policy difference; it’s about adhering to the rule of law.
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John O. Brennan
5 years
Hmmm...your bizarre tweets and recent temper tantrums reveal your panic over the likelihood the Special Counsel will soon further complicate your life, putting your political & financial future in jeopardy. Fortunately, Lady Justice does not do NDAs.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
George Conway, often referred to as Mr. Kellyanne Conway by those who know him, is VERY jealous of his wife’s success & angry that I, with her help, didn’t give him the job he so desperately wanted. I barely know him but just take a look, a stone cold LOSER & husband from hell!
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John O. Brennan
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Your fear of exposure is palpable. Your desperation even more so. When will those of conscience among your Cabinet, inner circle, and Republican leadership realize that your unprincipled and unethical behavior as well as your incompetence are seriously damaging our Nation.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
. @FoxNews Poll numbers plummet on the Democrat inspired and paid for Russian Witch Hunt. With all of the bias, lying and hate by the investigators, people want the investigators investigated. Much more will come out. A total scam and excuse for the Dems losing the Election!
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John O. Brennan
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And while I will refrain from referencing Donald Trump in Twittersphere again, I will not hesitate to denounce public officials of any political stripe who I believe betray the trust of the American people or engage in unethical, unprincipled, or corrupt activities. I promise.
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John O. Brennan
6 years
As the child of an immigrant, I will vote for candidates who believe in America living up to its values & remaining the world’s melting pot. I will vote for individuals who are honest, have integrity, reject inflammatory rhetoric & want to bring us together. Vote your conscience!
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John O. Brennan
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MBS is responsible for the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. That you refer to him as a “friend” is telling of your total lack of morality, ethics, & integrity.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
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Just spoke to my friend MBS (Crown Prince) of Saudi Arabia, who spoke with President Putin of Russia, & I expect & hope that they will be cutting back approximately 10 Million Barrels, and maybe substantially more which, if it happens, will be GREAT for the oil & gas industry!
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John O. Brennan
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Okay, Republicans. How much longer are you going to let this farcical “presidency” continue? At a time of such political, economic, and geo-strategic turbulence—both nationally and globally—are you waiting for a catastrophe to happen before acting? Disaster looms!
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Donald J. Trump
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....equipment. General Mattis was a great help to me in getting allies and other countries to pay their share of military obligations. A new Secretary of Defense will be named shortly. I greatly thank Jim for his service!
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John O. Brennan
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donald trump’s rant against @PeterAlexander reveals the extent of trump’s incompetence, insecurity, & juvenile petulance. He is not & never has been a leader. He is a national disgrace.
@NBCNews
NBC News
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President Trump insults @PeterAlexander for asking the president what he would like to say to Americans who are scared right now amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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John O. Brennan
5 years
Young people everywhere: Please do not emulate Mr. Trump’s very immature behavior. Find others of honesty, integrity, & decency to be your role models. And always try to do what you know is the right thing, even when doing what is right is both unpopular & difficult.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Impeachment hearings are essential to determine whether Donald Trump, as alleged, engaged in extortion of a foreign government for personal political gain. If the allegations are true, Trump should be impeached, convicted by the Senate, & charged with a federal crime.
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John O. Brennan
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I had many fights with Congressional Dems over the years on national security matters. But I never witnessed the type of reckless partisan behavior I am now seeing from Nunes and House Republicans. Absence of moral and ethical leadership in WH is fueling this government crisis.
@RepAdamSchiff
Adam Schiff
6 years
The decision by Nunes to employ an obscure rule to release classified information for partisan political purposes crossed a dangerous line, and increases the risk of a constitutional crisis and another Saturday Night Massacre. My oped on Washington Post:
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John O. Brennan
4 years
I have to compliment Donald Trump on doing an excellent job at tonight’s debate of demonstrating that he is a despicable ignorant fool.
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John O. Brennan
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What responsible & right-thinking adult can point to @realDonaldTrump as a role model for our youth? Whenever he spews lies, insults, and polarizing hate speech against fellow Americans, think of its harmful impact on our young people and the way they talk, act, & treat others.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
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Lebron James was just interviewed by the dumbest man on television, Don Lemon. He made Lebron look smart, which isn’t easy to do. I like Mike!
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John O. Brennan
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Senator Graham & his ilk bear responsibility for damage being done to our national interests—at home & abroad—by acquiescing to Mr. Trump’s incompetence, corruption, & malevolence. Who will shun political expedience & do what is right? “Who among you is wise and understanding?”
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John O. Brennan
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It is wonderful as well as inspirational to see that our country, once again, has someone of such great talent, grit, & integrity representing our country on the world stage. Congratulations & thank you.....Megan Rapinoe!!!!! You make America proud!
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
After some very important meetings, including my meeting with President Xi of China, I will be leaving Japan for South Korea (with President Moon). While there, if Chairman Kim of North Korea sees this, I would meet him at the Border/DMZ just to shake his hand and say Hello(?)!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
And let’s not forget that a Biden presidency means that AG Bill Barr, DNI Ratcliffe, Sec State Mike Pompeo, WH xenophobe Stephen Miller, & the rest of Trump’s corrupt cronies will also be tossed out. It’s a terrific package deal. Vote Biden/Harris!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
@realDonaldTrump This tweet is a great example of your paranoia, constant misrepresentation of the facts, and increased anxiety and panic (rightly so) about the Mueller investigation. When will those in Congress and the 30 percent of Americans who still support you realize you are a charlatan?
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Whistleblower deserves our praise & gratitude. Donald Trump getting very sloppy & careless in corrupt practices & cover up attempts. Democrats & Republicans (those who have a conscience) need to work together to prevent desperate moves by Trump that could wreak further havoc.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
It doesn’t matter if you are a Republican, a Democrat, an Independent, or an American of any or of no political affiliation. We all should hold our elected officials and those who hold the public’s trust to the highest ethical and moral standards, most especially Presidents.
@RepAdamSchiff
Adam Schiff
5 years
I say this to the President, and his defenders in Congress: You may think it’s okay how Trump and his associates interacted with Russians during the campaign. I don’t. I think it’s immoral. I think it’s unethical. I think it’s unpatriotic. And yes, I think it’s corrupt.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
It is in the interest of America’s security if NATO leaders push back against the reckless behavior of Donald Trump, who is dangerously naive & grossly ignorant of how the world works. History inevitably will regard Trump as one of the most disastrous figures of the 21st century.
@JohnKerry
John Kerry
6 years
My thoughts on President Trump's remarks in Brussels this morning:
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
A highly partisan, incomplete, and deeply flawed report by a broken House Committee means nothing. The Special Counsel’s work is being carried out by professional investigators—not political staffers. SC’s findings will be comprehensive & authoritative. Stay tuned, Mr. Trump....
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
Just Out: House Intelligence Committee Report released. “No evidence” that the Trump Campaign “colluded, coordinated or conspired with Russia.” Clinton Campaign paid for Opposition Research obtained from Russia- Wow! A total Witch Hunt! MUST END NOW!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
I personally know and greatly respect Ronny Jackson....as a terrific doctor and Navy officer. However, he has neither the experience nor the credentials to run the very large and complex VA. This is a terribly misguided nomination that will hurt both a good man and our veterans
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
Why did Trump meet 1 on 1 with Putin? What might he be hiding from Bolton, Pompeo, Kelly, & the American public? How will Putin use whatever Trump could be hiding to advantage Russia & hurt America? Trump’s total lack of credibility renders spurious whatever explanation he gives.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Since Mr. Trump excels in dishonesty, it is now up to members of Congress to obtain & declassify the CIA findings on Jamal Khashoggi’s death. No one in Saudi Arabia—most especially the Crown Prince—should escape accountability for such a heinous act.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
It never ceases to amaze me how successful you have been making yourself so small, petty, and banal with your tweets. Your insecurity is well deserved, as is your concern over Russia investigation. Thomas Paine was right when he said, "These are the times that try men's souls."
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
I have been much tougher on Russia than Obama, just look at the facts. Total Fake News!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Compare the words, tone, & spirit of any previous President with the undignified, divisive, & hate-filled invective spewed by Mr. Trump. Until so-called “Republicans” put nation above party & condemn his vile rants, this crisis will only get worse & more dangerous for all.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
It’s neither illegal nor a witch hunt. Thankfully, most Americans have confidence in Bob Mueller & believe in legitimacy of investigation. Irrespective of party, all should accept Mueller’s findings as apolitical, whether they ascribe probable guilt or innocence to you & others.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
The illegal Mueller Witch Hunt continues in search of a crime. There was never Collusion with Russia, except by the Clinton campaign, so the 17 Angry Democrats are looking at anything they can find. Very unfair and BAD for the country. ALSO, not allowed under the LAW!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
On this special day, I give thanks for all Americans who honorably serve and protect our Country as well as those who bravely speak out against injustice, lies, prejudice, & sexual assault. I very much look forward to future Thanksgivings when we will come together as one Nation.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
3 years
One person is responsible for the surreal act of sedition unfolding at our Nation’s Capitol. His name is Donald J. Trump, & he is being enabled by many Republicans in Congress. Trump must be held accountable. He is an indelible blight on America’s soul.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
During more than 33 years in public service, I never heard a government lawyer so misrepresent the facts & deceive the American public as WH Counsel Pat Cipollone just did in the Senate impeachment trial. Further evidence of the contagion of Mr. Trump’s dishonesty & corruption.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Jim Comey is far more decent, ethical, honest, competent, & patriotic than you could ever hope to be. It is only because the AG & Republican Senators refuse to put country above party that you are not in a world of trouble & hurt. But their protective cocoon is only temporary...
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
Perhaps never in the history of our Country has someone been more thoroughly disgraced and excoriated than James Comey in the just released Inspector General’s Report. He should be ashamed of himself!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
How many other Republican Senators are ready to show the courage, integrity, & principled position of Senator Romney? Thank you, Senator, for putting our Nation & our Constitution above party politics & the corrupt behavior of Donald Trump.
@MittRomney
Mitt Romney
5 years
By all appearances, the President’s brazen and unprecedented appeal to China and to Ukraine to investigate Joe Biden is wrong and appalling.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
. @realDonaldTrump is thoroughly, irredeemably, & dangerously broken. Like other unprincipled despots, he will use any tactic to retain power. This is our most serious domestic challenge in over 150 years. Be on the right side of history. Ensure his landslide defeat & vote.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Pithy, pointed, & perfect advice to Mr. Trump: “Resign.”
@thehill
The Hill
5 years
John Kerry's message for Trump: "Resign"
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Opportunity to repudiate @realDonaldTrump & to restore Congressional ability to thwart his recklessness & fear mongering arrives tomorrow. Vote for individuals who represent the best of America. In this election, those who stand with Trump must be defeated. Vote!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Our Nation is at an historic crossroads—whether we will be a divided, racist, & bigoted society as espoused by @realDonaldTrump & the Trump Party, or a country that prides itself on diversity, inclusion, & freedom of expression. Our future & domestic tranquility are at stake.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
Gang of 8 in Congress is entitled to ALL intelligence on Soleimani killing. @realDonaldTrump ’s lies, reckless jingoism, and incompetence disgrace the office of the presidency. Right-wing ideologues in Administration & media steering Trump have put our Nation in grave danger.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
You show an amazing albeit unsurprising ignorance of how technology, automation, and the attendant evolution of economics and societies have transformed the world. Your simple minded policies--imposition of tariffs--have the potential to seriously damage our future prosperity.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
From Bush 1 to present, our Country has lost more than 55,000 factories, 6,000,000 manufacturing jobs and accumulated Trade Deficits of more than 12 Trillion Dollars. Last year we had a Trade Deficit of almost 800 Billion Dollars. Bad Policies & Leadership. Must WIN again! #MAGA
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
It is deeply heartening to see DOJ public servants not cower in the face of bullying by donald trump. Except for Sen. Romney, Republicans in Congress should be shamed & voted out of office because of their cowardice & support for trump’s corruption.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
You’re absolutely right. If you were “presidential,” you would focus on healing the rifts within our Nation, being truthful about the challenges we face, & showing the world that America is still that shining beacon of freedom, liberty, prosperity, & goodness that welcomes all.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
While I know it’s “not presidential” to take on a lowlife like Omarosa, and while I would rather not be doing so, this is a modern day form of communication and I know the Fake News Media will be working overtime to make even Wacky Omarosa look legitimate as possible. Sorry!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
Trudeau, Macron, Merkel...it is so refreshing to see principled leaders saying & doing the right things...for their countries as well as for global peace & stability. I miss the days when American Presidents, while never perfect, were respected for their honesty & integrity.
@CBCAlerts
CBC News Alerts
5 years
BREAKING: PM Justin Trudeau has told reporters in France that Canadian intelligence officials have listened to the audio tapes Turkey has, indicating what may have happened to journalist Jamal Khashoggi inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. Background:
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
There is no doubt that @realDonaldTrump precipitated this crisis by reneging on nuclear deal & declaring economic war on Iran. We now face a major national & international security challenge because of Trump’s reckless incompetence. A bipartisan strategic response is essential.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
Last year, a former four star general & colleague who worked directly for Trump said to me, “Donald Trump is the most loathsome individual I ever met.” Trump’s attitudes & behavior toward America’s heroes are repugnant. Vote him out, resoundingly.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
You are to governance & politics what Bernie Madoff was to the stock market & investment advice. The two of you share a remarkably unethical ability to deceive & manipulate others, building Ponzi schemes to aggrandize yourselves. Truth & justice ultimately caught up with Bernie.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
Thanks to REPUBLICAN LEADERSHIP, America is WINNING AGAIN - and America is being RESPECTED again all over the world. Because we are finally putting AMERICA FIRST!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
“Any man can make mistakes, but only an idiot persists in his error.” Marcus Tullius Cicero, (106-43 BC)
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
5 years
You do not have a scintilla of the intellect, decency, & principles of VP Biden. What you do have is #BidenEnvy .
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
5 years
I was actually sticking up for Sleepy Joe Biden while on foreign soil. Kim Jong Un called him a “low IQ idiot,” and many other things, whereas I related the quote of Chairman Kim as a much softer “low IQ individual.” Who could possibly be upset with that?
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
All Americans—not just your supporters—deserve a President who is honest, ethical, selfless, & substantive. Our country faces daunting domestic & international challenges. If there is a scintilla of decency left in you, you would focus on your responsibilities, not on yourself.
@realDonaldTrump
Donald J. Trump
6 years
My supporters are the smartest, strongest, most hard working and most loyal that we have seen in our countries history. It is a beautiful thing to watch as we win elections and gather support from all over the country. As we get stronger, so does our country. Best numbers ever!
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
4 years
In his comments to Bob Woodward, Donald Trump reveals what an absolute abomination he is. If he had a conscience or a soul, he would resign. Tragically for us, he has neither.
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
6 years
When the Special Counsel’s work is done, the Republican Party must have its modern-day equivalents of Watergate heroes—Howard Baker, Elliot Richardson, Bill Ruckleshaus, John Dean—who will put country, fellow citizens, & the law above any one person, including @realDonaldTrump .
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@JohnBrennan
John O. Brennan
3 years
I now plan to ignore Trump. I leave his fate to our judicial system, his infamy to history, & his legacy to a trash heap. The national security team of P-E Biden and VP-E Harris has numerous challenges ahead of it & wise national security policies merit strong bipartisan support.
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