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politics28 days ago

Jack Smith asserts strong evidence against Trump in election interference case

Former special counsel Jack Smith testified before Congress that he has proof beyond a reasonable doubt that Donald Trump engaged in a criminal scheme to overturn the 2020 election and repeatedly tried to obstruct justice by hiding classified documents, leading to two indictments that were later dismissed. Smith emphasized his commitment to following the law regardless of political implications and addressed criticisms of his investigation, highlighting the importance of accountability and the rule of law.

via NBC News|
#2020-election#classified-documents#congressional-hearing
politics28 days ago

Jack Smith Defends Trump Investigations in Congressional Hearings

Jack Smith, former Justice Department special counsel, testified to lawmakers that his team found 'proof beyond a reasonable doubt' of Trump's criminal conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election and his mishandling of classified documents, emphasizing his decision-making was based solely on law and facts. The testimony was part of a closed-door deposition related to investigations into Trump, including analysis of GOP lawmakers' phone records, and Smith expressed willingness for an open hearing.

via PBS|
#2020-election#classified-documents#congressional-hearing
science-and-technology3 months ago

Congressman Details Multiple Deepwater Entities

Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett claimed that alien entities are present on Earth, emerging from deep water areas, and referenced military sightings of unidentified underwater crafts, amid ongoing discussions about UFOs and UAPs in Congress. The claims are met with skepticism, highlighting the long history of UFO fascination among US officials.

via yahoo.com|
#aliens#congressional-hearing#deepwater-entities
politics7 months ago

Partisan Dispute Erupts Over Biden’s Mental Fitness and Health Transparency

Democrats boycotted a Senate Judiciary hearing on Joe Biden's mental fitness, criticizing it as a distraction from pressing issues and accusing Republicans of neglecting oversight responsibilities; the hearing included testimony from former Trump officials and highlighted ongoing partisan battles over Biden's presidency and legislative priorities.

via Politico|
#biden-mental-fitness#congressional-hearing#democrats
world7 months ago

Hegseth Claims Pentagon Has Contingency Plans for Greenland and Panama

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth acknowledged that the Pentagon has contingency plans to potentially take Greenland and Panama by force if necessary, during a contentious congressional hearing where he also faced questions about his use of Signal chats and classified information. Lawmakers expressed concern and frustration over the lack of clear answers regarding military plans and Hegseth's handling of sensitive information.

via PBS|
#congressional-hearing#greenland#hegseth
politics7 months ago

Congressman Orders Hegseth to Leave Pentagon During Tense Hearing

During a tense House Armed Services Committee hearing, Rep. Salud Carbajal aggressively criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, telling him to 'get the hell out' of the Department of Defense amid questions about military deployments, political allegiances, and the Pentagon's budget, highlighting deep partisan tensions and concerns over leadership.

via Axios|
#congressional-hearing#defense-department#hegseth
politics7 months ago

Democratic Governors Prepare to Testify on Immigration Policies Before Congress

Republican members of Congress are set to question Democratic governors Hochul, Walz, and Pritzker about their states' immigration policies amid ongoing unrest and political tensions over immigration enforcement and sanctuary laws, aiming to criticize Democratic approaches and highlight issues of crime and federal cooperation.

via The New York Times|
#congressional-hearing#democratic-governors#immigration
politics1 year ago

Tense Congressional Hearing: Postmaster General Covers Ears Amid GOP Criticism

A heated congressional hearing saw Georgia Republican Rep. Rich McCormick clash with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy over the USPS's performance, leading to a dramatic moment where DeJoy covered his ears in mockery. McCormick criticized DeJoy's self-assessed 'A grade' for his tenure, citing the USPS's $10 billion loss in 2024. DeJoy defended his efforts to modernize the agency, while some lawmakers suggested the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency could help address the USPS's financial issues.

via Daily Mail|
#congressional-hearing#government-efficiency#louis-dejoy
politics1 year ago

Secret Service Director Faces Tense Hearing Amid 9/11 and Trump Security Controversies

During a congressional hearing, Rep. Pat Fallon accused acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe of using a 9/11 memorial event as a publicity stunt to secure his position, leading to a heated exchange. Fallon claimed Rowe endangered President Biden and Vice President Harris by positioning himself for visibility, while Rowe defended his actions, citing his 9/11 response experience and accusing Fallon of political manipulation. The hearing was part of an investigation into assassination attempts on Donald Trump.

via CNN|
#911#congressional-hearing#donald-trump
politics1 year ago

FEMA Chief to Address Hurricane Response Concerns

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell is set to testify before Congress regarding the agency's response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, amid allegations of political bias in aid distribution. A former FEMA worker claimed she was instructed to skip homes with Trump signs, leading to her dismissal and a lawsuit by Florida's Attorney General. The hearings will address broader concerns about accountability within the federal workforce, while Democrats may focus on the impact of Trump's past remarks on FEMA's operations. The Biden administration has requested nearly $100 billion for ongoing disaster response efforts.

via NBC News|
#congressional-hearing#fema#government-response
politics1 year ago

Garland to Defend DOJ Against GOP Threats and Trump Claims in Congress

Attorney General Merrick Garland is set to strongly defend the Justice Department against Republican accusations of bias and conspiracy theories during a congressional hearing. Garland will address claims that the department is being weaponized against former President Donald Trump and will emphasize that such attacks are unfounded and threaten the integrity of future investigations. He will also highlight the dangers of falsehoods and threats directed at federal law enforcement, asserting that the Justice Department will not be intimidated or influenced by political pressures.

via CNN|
#congressional-hearing#donald-trump#justice-department