Ali Adair

Trump's talent pool

Trump has fired Kristi Noem as Secretary of Homeland Security.

The main thing that Russia has been succeeding in is the spread of disinformation, particularly in its own country, but also in those of its enemies.

We have to educate people and put a stop to this.

Opinion | If Russia Has ‘All the Cards,’ Why Has It Achieved So Little?

"Russia has failed at much since it began its full-scale invasion in Ukraine, but it has had some success in creating the narrative that its victory in Ukraine is but a matter of time. The first step toward a durable peace is to defeat that [false] narrative..."

www.nytimes.com/2026/03/04/o...

This is what Saura said about the death of General Franco in Spain: "Franco took so long to die that we all had time to buy champagne and store it in the fridge. When he finally died you could hear the corks popping.” What a lovely sound.

Same. It’s 5:15 here and I have slept a hour so far. And he is still here. And the flags should have been lowered for the service members. 😡

2 am and I can’t sleep…because shit like this keep me up at night.

As of this moment the WH has not ordered U.S. flags lowered for the 6 service members killed in a drone strike in Kuwait.

On Sept 10th, 2025, the flag was lowered 5 hrs after Charlie Kirk was shot.

Yes, I’m f’n outraged!

FTD

Ossoff with polling leads from 4-8% against all likely R candidates.

"Mom, I’m in #Ukraine! I’m okay. A bit weak, but alive. They’ll feed me, heal me, everything will be fine. The main thing is that I’m in Ukraine. I love you, Mom..." - the first call of a Ukrainian Defender returned from Russian captivity to his mother.

📹: Ombudsman of Ukraine

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It's a bleak existence to prefer captivity over repatriation.

Ukraine treated them better, than the Russians who give a shit of their own soldiers...

Second round back in the meat grinder

Because it’s back to the meat grinder for them

The Russians are returning home.

Why are they sad? 🤔

Drawn in 30 seconds #IranWar #Trump #Iran #MarcoRubio #War

The first note informing the entire staff of Shawna Thomas' departure from CBS Mornings is from CBS News president Tom Cibrowski.

Good morning, everyone. By now, some of you have heard the news in Shawna’s heartfelt note below.  After five years on CBS Mornings, Shawna is stepping away from the broadcast at the end of this month. Shawna brings energy, clarity, and heart into every broadcast.  She doesn’t just shape the show; along with Gayle, Nate, Tony, and the team, she shaped its voice.    Morning television moves fast.  It demands grace under pressure, sharp instincts, and the ability to pivot at a moment’s notice.  Shawna does all of that with a calm confidence and a great sense of humor.  Morning television is also a tight-knit family.  Behind the scenes, Shawna’s leadership creates space for collaboration, creativity, and trust – and on screen, that translates into something viewers can feel. But beyond the rundown meetings and breaking news moments, what stands out most is the way Shawna shows up for people – listening, encouraging, and pushing for better.  She celebrates wins and steadies the ship when things are uncertain.  That kind of presence leaves a lasting mark. Getting to know Shawna this past year has been a gift.  She is a passionate journalist, especially when it comes to reporting and understanding our country’s very dynamic political arena.  We will certainly miss her smart and reasoned voice at our morning meeting. In the meantime, there is important work to be done as we cover the historic unfolding events in the Middle East around the clock.  Shawna will continue to lead the way, and Jon Tower with his very steady hands, will run CBS Mornings on an interim basis once Shawna departs.  Let’s continue to support the entire CBS Mornings team and each other. See Shawna’s note below.  Thank you.

Today is not my last day at CBS Mornings, but it begins a countdown to my alarm going off a little bit later.  First, I’m so happy Gayle King came to a deal and will continue to bring her bright shiny face and amazing interviewing skills to CBS Mornings and CBS News.  I bow down to her and her talent every day and thank her for her kindness and work ethic. For five years, I’ve tried to make this show something she and everybody on this team want to be a part of. Want to watch. Want to learn from. And in return, this team has made me more thoughtful, empathetic and expanded my personal definition of storytelling.  I’ve had the privilege of helping to make 10 (now 12!) hours of television each week that goes out free to people everywhere.  I’ve taken that responsibility of trying to inform, educate, entertain and make people care about the world around them very seriously, and I know the people here do, too. Now, this isn’t THE GREAT GOODBYE NOTE. But you should know I’ve been thinking about this for a while and, frankly, I’m tired y’all.  I will be thanking everyone I possibly can with my voice and my face - especially Jon Tower and Peter Burgess, who I will be transitioning things over to - in the coming weeks.  But because we know nothing ever stays quiet for long, I just wanted to put out a quick note now.   Call it a tease, if you will. ⁃ Shawna

NEW: CBS Mornings executive producer Shawna Thomas announces to staff that she will be leaving the show at the end of the month.

This comes one day after Gayle King extended her contract, all while Bari Weiss is looking to overhaul the show and bring on a new conservative co-host.

Footage of Russian prisoners returning. They don’t look very happy to be going back home.

The levels of sheer ignorance, blundering and schoolboy immaturity displayed by Trump, Hegseth et al in relation to their perverse war of choice against Iran have no parallel in modern history. They were clearly manipulated and pushed into this conflict by Netanyahu who will be its only beneficiary.

I wonder who Murray is related to. 🤔

Not in our database: Corey Lewandowski.

Lewandowski has a special status as a "volunteer" DHS.

Yet he is also signing off on contracts and policies.

Here's one of 'em!

www.propublica.org/article/kris...

Opinion | Trump's claim that Iran was close to a nuclear weapon included an obvious tell Jarvis DeBerry: Trump’s use of “two weeks” is enough by itself to warrant our skepticism.

Trump’s claim that Iran was close to a nuclear weapon included an obvious tell

Trump’s use of “two weeks” is enough by itself to warrant our skepticism.

If only there weren't a history of Donald abandoning people, he made promises to, and then leaving them twisting in the wind and waiting to get cut down by the people Donald said he would protect them from.

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💯 Exactly. Lately, he’s even sanctioned the ICC investigators in order to try to protect corrupt war criminal Netanyahu.

But this is their job. Do it. 👇

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The Hague #GOP

Trump called the war: “exciting times” as death toll rises.

They insult our intelligence on a daily basis 💀🤬🖕🏽