“What we have done to the Kurds will stand as a bloodstain in the annals of American history.”Romney did not mention Trump by name. Trump responded by calling Romney a “pompous ‘ass’ ” and calling for his impeachment, even though U.S. senators cannot be impeached. ADOn Wednesday, the House passed a bipartisan resolution condemning Trump’s action on an overwhelming 354-to-60 vote. Among the Republicans criticizing Trump’s decision on Thursday was Sen. Patrick J. Toomey (Pa.), who issued a statement in support of a bipartisan measure that would levy sanctions against Turkey. “Nevertheless, I hope the ceasefire announced today leads to a meaningful and durable outcome that protects the Syrian Kurds and prevents a resurgence of ISIS.

Source: Washington Post October 17, 2019 18:13 UTC