Sep 23, 2017

Trump's early morning tweets

President Donald Trump gestures as he is introduced U.S.Senate candidate Luther Strange during a campaign rally, Friday, Sept. 22, 2017, in Huntsville, Ala. Photo: Evan Vucci / AP

President Trump spent the morning after his Alabama rally sending tweet after tweet about everything from Luther Strange to the Graham-Cassidy bill.

He specifically singled out John McCain in several tweets, saying he'd misled the public about his intentions and let his constituents and "best friend" Lindsey Graham down.

"John McCain never had any intention of voting for this Bill, which his Governor loves. He campaigned on Repeal & Replace. Let Arizona down!"
"Arizona had a 116% increase in ObamaCare premiums last year, with deductibles very high. Chuck Schumer sold John McCain a bill of goods. Sad"
"Large Block Grants to States is a good thing to do. Better control & management. Great for Arizona. McCain let his best friend L.G. down!"

He also tweeted about Rand Paul: And the issues he has with the Affordable Care Act: And another endorsement for Sen. Luther Strange:

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