Waffle House shooting suspect has been arrested, police say
A manhunt was underway since Sunday for Travis Reinking, 29, who is accused of opening fire at the restaurant in a neighborhood southeast of downtown Nashville and killing four people.
Documents released by the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois paint a picture of Reinking’s apparent struggles with mental illness.
Reinking, who was stopped while trying to breach a barrier near the White House last year, later had several weapons confiscated by police, including, authorities said, the AR-15 semiautomatic rifle used in the Waffle House shooting.
The guns, however, were later returned to Reinking’s father, who has acknowledged he gave them back to his son, officials said.
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Note the complicity of the father on the last sentence.
I’d bet good money the father is an anti-government, gun-hugging Trumpster who wasn’t gonna let the evil government tell his son he couldn’t have his weapons.
He needs to be charged as an example. He is liable for giving guns to an offender who he knew was unfit.
Yes! The father should be hel;d accountable for breaking the agreement. Like the Sandy Hook shooter’s mother, he should have known access to guns for his messed-up son was a tragedy waiting to happen. He enabled it.
Last gasp of defense, and it’s another lie. We do not have to choose between America and Trump. We choose America by rejecting Trump. And Sarah. We reject her, too.
Oh. My. Good. Lawd! If they weren’t so seriously awful for this country & world, I would be in stitches, trying to control my LOL. But am left w/ horror, scared of these monsters under my bed & closet, & everywhere.
She always goes there with more courage than everyone else in the room, and she has received death threats because of it. Ms. April is a profile in courage and dogged professionalism.
April is a fierce warrior!
Also kuddo’s to the CNN reporter who picked up April’s question and gave it more life.
It would be nice pushback if more reporters follow suit when Sarah attempts to “bob & weave” around good questions.
Hello Our Canadian TODbots. I feel for Canada, right now. A truck rammed into 8-10 pedestrians the reports say. Crossing my fingers, hoping that this was not a terrorist attack, but an unfortunate accident.
Aerial footage shows scene in Toronto after van struck numerous pedestrians; eyewitness accounts identified this as the van in the incident, CTV reports. https://t.co/V7MuBB6bCJpic.twitter.com/hEhDX6cnrB
These talented young people will create a better future not just in Africa, but around the world. I can’t wait to spend some time with @ObamaFoundation Leaders and look forward to honoring the Mandela legacy in Johannesburg this summer. https://t.co/b73wGIW4Gj
We’re excited to announce Obama Foundation Leaders: Africa, a one-year program to train and support 200 emerging leaders from across the continent to drive positive change throughout Africa. https://t.co/DsUrxWxrzbpic.twitter.com/N9lyTT2Qvj
— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) April 23, 2018
A little flash from the past, because I miss them so much.
Speaking of State Dinners, remembering when we had more gracious and engaging occupants –>> Catching Up with the Curator: The Obama State China Service https://t.co/AO9Sdjz52R via @YouTube
The new spiteful occupants would break and trash the Obama china if they could get away with it. You can bet it will not see the light of day at any time during the tenure of the deplorable ones.
The Waffle House mass shooter “wanted to meet with” Trump. The Quebec mosque shooter reportedly read Trump’s twitter feed 417 times. The Parkland school shooter sent a letter to Trump prior to the shooting. https://t.co/6dOKPuSQtm
Barack and I are thrilled to congratulate The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on their newest arrival! We hope to meet him soon for a Kensington Palace pajama party. I’ll wear my robe! pic.twitter.com/9zR7M049HR
Seriosuly, truly seriously Don (aka @realdonaldtrump) did you think Former @FBI Director @JamesComey would ask you a question for which he didn't already know the truthful answer?
Tea Pain's gonna go out on an limb and say that a buck-naked feller with an assault rifle does not qualify as a "well-regulated militia."#WaffleHouseShooting#GunReformNow
GH Bush is in the intensive care. He’s got some kind of an infection. He’s being treated with antibiotics.
Wishing him well, so soon after his wife of 73yrs was just buried on Saturday.
BREAKING: The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that incumbent GOP Congressman Doug Lamborn doesn’t qualify for the GOP primary because he didn’t get enough valid signatures from Colorado residents. Another win for the Democrats.
Contrary to some of the reporting today, #NetNeutrality isn’t dead yet. The @FCC’s rollback is still undergoing review by OMB. You should absolutely still be calling your senators, your reps, your governors, your AGs, & your state reps and demanding action to defend the internet.
Republicans and Democrats are mulling over and investigating some “raw allegation” that have turned up about Rear Admiral Doctor Ronny Jackson who is being considered for the VA position. No one has said exactly what the allegations are according to what I read, but they seem shaken by them. When Doctor Ronny was criticized for the way he gave the report on #45’s health, Obama staff and other s defended him and his character, but you know people always act differently around their superiors and equals than they do around subordinates. Will be interesting to find out the specifics of this. #45 is like the syrup left on the floor that attracts the roaches and bring them out into the light. The nastiness that had grown hidden in the darkness is being revealed so that we can stomp them out once and for all. Then we can wipe out the rancid one as well.
Alright, I decided to start a @gofundme for James Shaw Jr, the Waffle House hero. I normally hate when people say this, but in this case, I think its important…please RT.
Morning everyone. Big day here. Hope we can pull this out…with, I guess, no help from the DNC
Basically all of the national Democratic party infrastructure has abandoned this Arizona special election race…. save this prominent ALS activist https://t.co/xZtqza1iz7
The Pod Saved America guys interviewed him recently…it was a great interview…the interview is listed at near the end of podcast….well worth a listen to
So you're saying that lusting for the deportation of moms who'd love to pay taxes while cutting the taxes of the 6 biggest banks by almost $4 billion in one quarter isn't a great economic decision? https://t.co/9uJcUw8Cy2
Okay Arizona! It’s VOTING Time! We need Dr. Tipernini in Congress! Please vote for her if you’re in her district and tell your friends too!
AZ Election TUES April 24th 👩⚕️Dr. Hiral Tipirneni ⚕️Protect Medicare + Medicaid 🙋♀️Let people buy into Medicare 🙋♂️Lower Prescription Drug Prices > Medicare Negotiate!
The Democratic candidate for AZ District 8, Dr Hiral Tipirneni just voted. Spoke with her after she voted talking about importance of this election for the US: “Every race should be contested … everyone should earn their spot in DC” pic.twitter.com/7RBCKe0FJi
R U VOTING today in NY or in Arizona's 8th Congressional District? If you run into any trouble at the polls — call our non partisan Election Protection Hotline 866-OUR-VOTE. @866OURVOTEhttps://t.co/ywz5E14vcc
WaPo: 'What the Obamas have been doing since they left the White House'. Being Presidential, Being Goodwill, Ambassadors for America, Being Philanthropist, anything and everything we have ever needed and wanted in a PRESIDENT.
Voting in AZ’s CD8 or NY Special Elections today? If you run into problems or have questions or concerns contact us at 866-OUR-VOTE. Hotline will be live from 9am-6pm EST. #vote@LawyersCommpic.twitter.com/dMVl3Tgos5
It's Tuesday, April 24, there is a Special Election happening in select NYS counties and districts to fill vacant SENATE and ASSEMBLY seats. Please check to see if there is an election happening in your county district! pic.twitter.com/i20kAggkCs
"What a privilege to be able to play the cello at such a wonderful event." @ShekuKM has been confirmed to be playing at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding. Read more about Sheku here: https://t.co/oWWIYfXAbcpic.twitter.com/yjnCfXe8dd
Prince Harry and Ms. Meghan Markle have shared some further details about the music for their wedding service at St George's Chapel. pic.twitter.com/CZ4PQH7wwz
The music will be under the direction of James Vivian, Director of Music, St George’s Chapel, including the Choir of St George's Chapel, and a selection of choral groups, soloists, and musicians: pic.twitter.com/FjBvyW5FwE
19-year-old cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, winner of 2016 @BBCYoungMus. Last June, Prince Harry saw Sheku play at an event in London in support of the work of Antiguan charity the Halo Foundation. pic.twitter.com/C3QSfcbXJl
Karen Gibson and The Kingdom Choir. The Choir is made up of a group of British artists dedicated to creating a sound that demonstrates the community they share, and has been performing both nationally and internationally for over 20 years. pic.twitter.com/tae19p6G6E
Both Prince Harry and Ms. Markle have taken a great deal of interest and care in choosing the music for their Service, which will include a number of well-known hymns and choral works.⁰⁰ Find out more here: https://t.co/cy4c3rjDUi
I’m so excited and honoured to perform at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding. I was bowled over when Ms Markle called me to ask if I would play during the ceremony, and of course I immediately said yes!!! What a privilege. I can’t wait! https://t.co/TU0lyKloCD
Ah! I was just wondering what #music to buy next and (poof!) @reneeygraham brings the Twitter magic! Congratulations on all your success @ShekuKM, I look forward to following your career over many years! Blessings! 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/62d6ZX8ppm
How in the hell does a guy with a previous arrest record, who then went into a restaurant, killed 4 people and injured others with an AR-15, had to have gun wrestled away, and then fled the scene, leading to a massive man-hunt…how in the hell does that killer get bond? https://t.co/whnsV5kPGt
If you're one of the 140K Maricopa County residents who didn't receive your voter ID cards, YOU SHOULD NOT BE TURNED AWAY FROM THE POLLS. Follow the instructions in the image below & exercise your right.
#BREAKING: My office just secured a federal court order blocking President Trump’s delay of the fuel efficiency standards penalty rule. pic.twitter.com/Y3Up30wcg2
A periodic reminder that using this phone may constitute a major breach of national security because the phone isn't properly secured and communications could be intercepted by foreign governments. https://t.co/qbqVWAxzi7
My first CNN story with @PamelaBrownCNN: Trump has been using his personal cell phone more and more over the past few weeks as John Kelly loses his grip on access to Trump https://t.co/euoDOAb72h
I disagree with the president that sending assassins to ambush and murder your brother with chemical weapons in an airport is “honorable.” https://t.co/AwVlpIAfBX
I disagree with the president that sending perceived political opponents to forced labor camps, or just simply brutally murdering them, is "honorable."
I disagree with the president that sending perceived political opponents to forced labor camps, or just simply brutally murdering them, is "honorable."
2/ A lower court ruling found Texas lawmakers diminished the clout of Hispanic and black voters when they drew the boundaries for congressional and state House districts. https://t.co/0jMPT8cBCdpic.twitter.com/ZqQohMynWH
The litigation has outlived some of the voters of color that challenged the maps over discrimination — a reality that illustrates how a previous SCOTUS ruling shifted the burden in challenging such laws: https://t.co/FqVnqU80fO#txlege
Texas governor @GregAbbott_TX has also played an outsized role in advising on, defending and advancing maps that could ultimately be struck down as discriminatory: https://t.co/AgnqEM6KDL#txlege
In the end, the case could determine whether Texas Republican leaders strayed too far in meddling with elections and put the state at risk of once again having the federal govt monitor its election laws: https://t.co/7687Q9ltSH#txlege
From our resident expert @NickCatal, here are 10 things you and your grassroots organization can do to improve your digital security: https://t.co/bkk7Hq07Sx
I like this idea. When I was without a car for a few weeks I walked every where that I normally drove. I saw the difference in my overall health that short time.
I think this is an excellent idea especially since the GOP wants to link welfare with work. There would be LESS of a need for welfare if every able bodied person could get a job making a living wage with the Federal government. As usually the GOP & Republican businesses hate the idea because they would have to compete for government jobs that provide medical and other benefits. Walmart & McDonalds who pay minimum wage with no benefits and crazy part-time hours would have to go back to hiring students. No more telling the adults to apply for food stamps and government medical care for their kids.
#CrazyRichAsians is the kind of big, beautiful, vibrant rom-com Hollywood needs; the kind it hasn’t seen (or done well) in a while. That’s why it works. And it happens to star a big, beautiful, vibrant ensemble of Asians. Global Asians! All kinds of Asians. That’s why it matters.
Meet our newest employee, Pepper the Robot! We're the first museum complex to explore using Pepper, a humanoid robot who can sense when people are close by and engage them in conversation. #SmithsonianPepperpic.twitter.com/7zWcHRr3Pt
Pepper will be working with our visitor services staff and docents to explore how robot technology can enhance visitor engagement (when not on a coffee break). #SmithsonianPepperpic.twitter.com/uJAimJ1BJz
If @POTUS's legal team haven't explained to him this is a literal confession of wrongdoing, they should be disbarred. If there's no crime, there's nothing to "flip" on. @FBIpic.twitter.com/3dlkw3niKL
Arizona voters‼️ We need to get word out that if you registered to vote in election in Arizona 8 and didn't receive your voter card, you can still vote. Apparently 140,000 cards were not mailed by the election board. None mailed since Dec.@IndivisibleAZ8@hiral4congress#AZ08https://t.co/WJ1FPzmnRv
LOLOLOLOL when she FINALLY took his hand he thanked her……because it was becoming so painful for him that his wife can’t stand to have to stand next to him NOW he wants to hold her hand too?!! She will have to up her price if it includes smiling and holding his hand.
Trump's nomination to head the VA, Dr. Ronny Jackson, may have a scandal of his own… because of COURSE he does… https://t.co/1gn9YaD2Hg via @PalmerReport
Don this is a very strange story. He was the doctor for President Obama and there wasn’t a whiff of scandal. I think this is about something else. Here’s my theory. Trump’s House of Horrors wanted to get rid of Jackson so he was nominated for a position he was so grossly unqualified for that he was unlikely to be confirmed. To justify and severely damage his reputation in the process, he was accused him of “creating a hostile work environment, drinking alcohol on the job and inappropriately prescribing medication;” all of which occurred during his tenure in the Trump White House. He’s probably out of the WH and unlikely to be brought to the floor for a confirmation vote. The MSM needs to keep digging
Если бы вы работали экономкой в Ritz Moscow в 2013 году и должны были убирать простыни после того, как гости остались в президентском номере, DM me. https://t.co/31UysBCY3k
President Obama treated Trump’s wife better than Trump does! The orange one is a constant embarrassment to us… “Dandruff” for heaven’s sakes!!! Enlightening to watch the difference in interaction between President and Mme Macron, and Donald and Melania.
It's been quite a journey, and today I handed in my ballot. Thanks, Kishore, for being at my side every step of the way. Any questions on where or how to vote, please check with the Maricopa recorders office at 602-506-3535. #votetoday#AZ08pic.twitter.com/B9k4G2JFsX
The Obama Diary 
Good Afternoon TODVille.
What a reciprocal honor, for my POTUS and for the Mandela Foundation! I can’t wait to hear my POTUS speech.
… Meanwhile, on this land…
Waffle House shooting suspect has been arrested, police say
A manhunt was underway since Sunday for Travis Reinking, 29, who is accused of opening fire at the restaurant in a neighborhood southeast of downtown Nashville and killing four people.
Documents released by the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois paint a picture of Reinking’s apparent struggles with mental illness.
Reinking, who was stopped while trying to breach a barrier near the White House last year, later had several weapons confiscated by police, including, authorities said, the AR-15 semiautomatic rifle used in the Waffle House shooting.
The guns, however, were later returned to Reinking’s father, who has acknowledged he gave them back to his son, officials said.
—————
Note the complicity of the father on the last sentence.
If it was a black man he would have been shot dead ten to twenty times.
The White territorist is still alive so we tax payers can pay for his Federal Housing in prison
The father ihas responsibility for much of this. He probably also has the same beliefs.
I’d bet good money the father is an anti-government, gun-hugging Trumpster who wasn’t gonna let the evil government tell his son he couldn’t have his weapons.
He needs to be charged as an example. He is liable for giving guns to an offender who he knew was unfit.
I hope the affected families sue the daylights out of his family and cops for giving the guns back.
Yes! The father should be hel;d accountable for breaking the agreement. Like the Sandy Hook shooter’s mother, he should have known access to guns for his messed-up son was a tragedy waiting to happen. He enabled it.
No, they don’t. They know already.
Sarah you are stupid because you know that the Republicans show how much they hated Obama more then they loved America foe eight years..
Last gasp of defense, and it’s another lie. We do not have to choose between America and Trump. We choose America by rejecting Trump. And Sarah. We reject her, too.
Oh. My. Good. Lawd! If they weren’t so seriously awful for this country & world, I would be in stitches, trying to control my LOL. But am left w/ horror, scared of these monsters under my bed & closet, & everywhere.
He looks like a cover model for a fantasy novel about a warrior prince/king.
💖 the way you see things 😀
“And still I rise”
Well done Colin ✌🏾
She used MO’s words as well.
Way to go April!
She always goes there with more courage than everyone else in the room, and she has received death threats because of it. Ms. April is a profile in courage and dogged professionalism.
He meant breeding, in the racist sense of the word.
We know.
April is a fierce warrior!
Also kuddo’s to the CNN reporter who picked up April’s question and gave it more life.
It would be nice pushback if more reporters follow suit when Sarah attempts to “bob & weave” around good questions.
💯agree!
GA, TODbots.
Thanks for a Great Post, NW.
NCLB, Congrats on your Au ⭐ Furst 😉
Hello Nena!
Hello Our Canadian TODbots. I feel for Canada, right now. A truck rammed into 8-10 pedestrians the reports say. Crossing my fingers, hoping that this was not a terrorist attack, but an unfortunate accident.
According to witnesses interviewed by CNN, this was NO accident. These people were purposely mowed down.
I never thought I would see / read something like this so close to home.
Congrats, No Child! The Obamas lift up people everywhere in the adoring world.
Kellyanne think that Melaine is superior to Michelle Obama. I always knew Kellyanne was a crazy lying racist .”B’.
The certainly do, Judith.
A little flash from the past, because I miss them so much.
The new spiteful occupants would break and trash the Obama china if they could get away with it. You can bet it will not see the light of day at any time during the tenure of the deplorable ones.
Fact ….
I’ll go out in that limb with you Tea Pain. HA!
GH Bush is in the intensive care. He’s got some kind of an infection. He’s being treated with antibiotics.
Wishing him well, so soon after his wife of 73yrs was just buried on Saturday.
Now, Ten Dead.
Oh Canada, My heart bleeds for all those families affected.
{{{ ❤ ❤ Canada ❤ ❤ }}}
Republicans and Democrats are mulling over and investigating some “raw allegation” that have turned up about Rear Admiral Doctor Ronny Jackson who is being considered for the VA position. No one has said exactly what the allegations are according to what I read, but they seem shaken by them. When Doctor Ronny was criticized for the way he gave the report on #45’s health, Obama staff and other s defended him and his character, but you know people always act differently around their superiors and equals than they do around subordinates. Will be interesting to find out the specifics of this. #45 is like the syrup left on the floor that attracts the roaches and bring them out into the light. The nastiness that had grown hidden in the darkness is being revealed so that we can stomp them out once and for all. Then we can wipe out the rancid one as well.
Morning everyone. Big day here. Hope we can pull this out…with, I guess, no help from the DNC
The Pod Saved America guys interviewed him recently…it was a great interview…the interview is listed at near the end of podcast….well worth a listen to
It’s called RACISM
Take time to walk through the puddles:)
Wow. That is so cute.
A-DORABLE!
Come on, Arizona!
Okay Arizona! It’s VOTING Time! We need Dr. Tipernini in Congress! Please vote for her if you’re in her district and tell your friends too!
So cool!
Oh Dudette, his music brings me to tears. This is incredibly beautiful.
I will also be buying his album. Checking now.
Absolutely awesome! Thanks so much Dudette for sharing this. This young man is amazing.
Hiya Nath! Always happy to share! 😀
Dudette, I’ve bought it and downloaded it and have been listening to it. What a talented young man. So privileged to hear him play.
👍🏾
That is beautiful!
Wtf????
Has the judge lost his or her mind? Is the racist terrorist’s job un-finished?
What on earth is wrong with people?
Just heard on CNN bail has been revoked. What type of idiot would have allowed bail for this monster?
thanks for posting this
Happy to, Sheila! Hope the right people see it and act on it.
AMEN
This picture is from th Dallas memorial service. The funeral. I was thrown by Michelle’s dress.
Georgia!
Every time I see this man walking where PBO walked in the WH and sitting in the Oval it sickens me.
Same here. Ugh!
She really cannot help herself.
😍
I like this idea. When I was without a car for a few weeks I walked every where that I normally drove. I saw the difference in my overall health that short time.
I think this is an excellent idea especially since the GOP wants to link welfare with work. There would be LESS of a need for welfare if every able bodied person could get a job making a living wage with the Federal government. As usually the GOP & Republican businesses hate the idea because they would have to compete for government jobs that provide medical and other benefits. Walmart & McDonalds who pay minimum wage with no benefits and crazy part-time hours would have to go back to hiring students. No more telling the adults to apply for food stamps and government medical care for their kids.
Yep
Can’t wait to see this. The trailer is hilarious!
Ohhh I want to see THIS MOVIE! He is so FUHWN….
yep he’s definitely kinda yummy
Ain’t he tho?
yesss
thanks much
It has begun…
Look, they’ve already got him
I don’t know if I would want a robot approach me.
Ok? I don’t care how cuddly/friendly they make it sound/look. I’d shove it into the damn pond.
LOL! Me too!
Agreed wholly ☺
President Macron sure made sure his wife didn’t have to be by Trump!
Smart
Always with the shenanigans!
LOL!
LOLOLOLOL when she FINALLY took his hand he thanked her……because it was becoming so painful for him that his wife can’t stand to have to stand next to him NOW he wants to hold her hand too?!! She will have to up her price if it includes smiling and holding his hand.
Mueller? Scheinderman? Please look into SH on his crimes and prosecute his a$$. Send his a$$ to prison!
Dr. Ronny Jackson should’ve gotten out while the gettin’ was good.
Don this is a very strange story. He was the doctor for President Obama and there wasn’t a whiff of scandal. I think this is about something else. Here’s my theory. Trump’s House of Horrors wanted to get rid of Jackson so he was nominated for a position he was so grossly unqualified for that he was unlikely to be confirmed. To justify and severely damage his reputation in the process, he was accused him of “creating a hostile work environment, drinking alcohol on the job and inappropriately prescribing medication;” all of which occurred during his tenure in the Trump White House. He’s probably out of the WH and unlikely to be brought to the floor for a confirmation vote. The MSM needs to keep digging
idon, with the Trump junta knowing is out of the realm of possibility.
😆
Soiled sheets in a Presidential suite is almost a given. You might want to narrow your search terms.
And let’s not forget that this is how Trump’s family and wife’s family came to this country.
Another example of the police treating Black people differently and unfavorably.
President Obama treated Trump’s wife better than Trump does! The orange one is a constant embarrassment to us… “Dandruff” for heaven’s sakes!!! Enlightening to watch the difference in interaction between President and Mme Macron, and Donald and Melania.
I thought CiQ45C was a “germ-ma-phobe”? Why would he touch someone elses dandruff? I guess he thought it was “Clean” dandruff. What an total A$$HOLE.
New post.
https://theobamadiary.com/2018/04/24/kensington-palace-pajama-party/