Emily Jashinsky

Democrat Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut questioning Secretary Rubio on whether the administration would seek congressional authorization for any future use of military force in Venezuela.

The secretary insisting the administration does not anticipate further military action.

And finally, Democrat Senator of Virginia Tim Kaine attempting a gotcha question.

Apple CEO Tim Cook facing mounting backlash from the left following a leaked internal memo to employees in the wake of the fatal Alex Preddy shooting in Minneapolis.

The memo, first reported by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, reading in part, quote, I'm heartbroken by the events in Minneapolis and my prayers and deepest sympathies are with the families, with the communities, and with everyone that's been affected.

This is a time for de-escalation.

Cook, going on to emphasize Apple's longstanding values, writing that the company believed America is strongest when it treats all people with dignity and respect and embraces shared humanity, principles he has said Apple consistently advocates.

More from the letter, quote, I had a good conversation with the president this week where I shared my views and I appreciate his openness to engaging on issues that matter to us all.

The memo quickly drawing criticism online replies to Gurman's post filled with hundreds of comments, many sharply critical of Cook.

One user writing, quote, Tim needs to focus on making the iPhone keyboard work again.

Another adding, quote, Exhibit A for weak leadership 101.

The criticism coming amid another wave of backlash over Cook's attendance at a private White House screening last Saturday of the Melania documentary.

The $40 million project, distributed by Amazon, marking a comeback for director Brett Ratner, who was, quote, canceled in 2017 during the Me Too movement following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.

Ratner denies the allegations and was never charged, though Warner Bros.

ended its partnership with his production company.

Also attending the screening, Mike Tyson, Tony Robbins, and Amazon CEO Andy Jassy.

Cook was photographed at the event alongside Ratner, taking place the same day as the Alex Preddy confrontation, which remains under investigation.

Washington bureau chief for liberal outlet Mother Jones, David Corn, writing on Blue Sky, quote, Tim Cook and Andy Jassy, and the rest, are accommodating an authoritarian who is presiding over a secret police force killing American citizens.

The blood of Rene Good and Alex Preddy is on the hands of those who enabled Trump.

Hope they like the movie.