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politics1 year ago

"Potential Fallout: Releasing Biden's Special Counsel Interview Transcript and Hamas' Surprise Attack"

President Biden's aides are considering the potential political fallout if the transcript of his special counsel interview is released, as it could fuel questions about his mental fitness and handling of classified materials. House Republicans have requested the release of the transcript and recordings, while the Justice Department is expected to review the request. Biden's team is weighing whether to release the entire transcript or specific moments to counter concerns about his age and mental fitness. The White House has not commented on the matter, and no final decisions have been made on an approach.

politics2 years ago

"Missing Binder: Classified Russian Intelligence Vanishes During Trump's Final Days"

A 10-inch thick binder containing nearly 3,000 pages of highly classified material related to the investigation of Russian election interference and links between Moscow and Donald Trump went missing in the final days of his presidency. The disappearance has raised concerns in the intelligence community as it could potentially expose closely guarded national security secrets. The binder, known as the "Crossfire Hurricane binder," was the subject of a Senate intelligence committee briefing. Trump faces 91 criminal charges, including 40 charges related to the retention of classified information after leaving office. The missing binder contains a mix of materials related to the origins of the Russia investigation, including botched FBI applications and text messages expressing animus toward Trump. The substance of the material is not particularly sensitive, but concerns center around potential revelations about sources and methods. Multiple copies of the binder were created, with plans to distribute them to Republicans in Congress and right-wing journalists.

politics2 years ago

"Unveiling Trump's Stealthy Post-Presidential Headquarters"

Former President Donald Trump's post-presidential office in West Palm Beach, Florida, is shrouded in secrecy, with no official name or signage. The office, funded by the General Services Administration under the Former Presidents Act, has reportedly housed classified material and was searched by a private firm at the direction of Trump's lawyers. Aides on Trump's political payroll have worked at the office, raising questions about the separation of official and campaign business. Trump's unique triple-hatted role as former president, candidate, and defendant complicates matters, as his political fundraising committees contribute to his personal legal defense. The office's location and operations remain largely undisclosed.

legal-troubles2 years ago

"Trump's Leaked Audio Exposes Troubling Conversations on Classified Documents"

Audio recordings of former President Donald Trump discussing classified material have emerged, further complicating his legal troubles. The recordings indicate that Trump was aware that his actions were wrong, contradicting the defense strategy his lawyers may have wanted to pursue. The evidence presented at trial is expected to challenge any claim that Trump believed his actions were reasonable.

politics2 years ago

Trump faces new legal challenges as indictments pile up.

Former US President Donald Trump has been charged with federal violations related to his handling of classified material after leaving office. The unsealed indictment provides insight into the strength of the government's case against him. The evidence includes taped conversations and critical information from one of his own lawyers. The indictment contains a host of embarrassing and potentially devastating new revelations.

politics2 years ago

The Impact of a Trump Indictment on the Nation and its Supporters

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy aggressively defended former President Donald Trump after he was indicted on 37 counts of mishandling top secret documents, calling it a "dark day for America." Republicans rushed to defend Trump despite the overwhelming evidence presented in the 49-page indictment, with some calling it a "war phase" and others claiming it was a political witch hunt. The indictment comes from a grand jury and includes details of Trump's reckless storage of top secret material he took to Mar-a-Lago after leaving the White House, and his efforts to obstruct investigators.

politics2 years ago

Trump's Legal Woes Escalate as Lawyers Meet with DOJ in Classified Documents Probe.

Former President Trump took to social media to lash out at the investigations into his conduct, claiming he is being politically targeted and comparing his case to President Biden's handling of classified material. Trump's lawyers had met with DOJ officials the day before to discuss the ongoing case against him. Trump is under investigation for his handling of classified materials and his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. He is currently leading the GOP primary field in most national polls and claims that the investigations against him are election interference.

politics2 years ago

Trump Lawyers' Infighting Exposed by Former Attorney

Former Trump lawyer Tim Parlatore has accused current Trump lawyer Boris Epshteyn of attempting to interfere with searches for classified material at Trump's properties. Parlatore also stated that Epshteyn made defending Trump more difficult. A Trump spokesperson denied the allegations, calling them "categorically false." Trump's legal team has been plagued with infighting, with many attorneys blaming each other for missteps. Parlatore confirmed his departure from the team was due to infighting.