1. ‘No doubt that we’ll win’
After his travel ban lost big in court on Thursday, Donald Trump said: “Ultimately, I have no doubt that we’ll win that particular case.” He also indicated chess moves yet to come: “You’ll see something next week.”
2. Knives out for Flynn
The future of the US national security adviser, Michael Flynn, looked uncertain on Friday after reports that he had discussed sanctions with the Russian ambassador to Washington before taking office, contrary to his earlier adamant denials.
Fun house
Really hard to overstate level of misery radiating from several members of White House staff over last few days.
— Maggie Haberman (@maggieNYT) February 10, 2017
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4. Obamacare foe joins cabinet
Representative Tom Price was sworn in as health secretary, despite controversy tied to certain extremely well-timed trades he made in health stocks. Price will be in charge of repealing “Obamacare”, or replacing it, or … stay tuned?
*Portfolio tip*
As economist I advocate trading index funds but HOT STOCK TIP: if HHS Secretary Price buys something, BUY #InsiderTrading #PriceManipulation
— David Rothschild (@DavMicRot) February 10, 2017
5. Taskforce targets protesters
The FBI is investigating political activists campaigning against the Dakota Access pipeline, diverting agents charged with preventing terrorist attacks to instead focus their attention on indigenous activists and environmentalists.
... and another thing:
"Can I go now guys?" pic.twitter.com/BWXgp50G6D
— Philip Lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) February 10, 2017
... and another thing:
Pres. Obama invited UK PM Cameron to fly w/him to NCAA game. Cameron later said Obama "tucked him" in on flight back https://t.co/oHM1R2OtUn
— Mike Memoli (@mikememoli) February 10, 2017
