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politics1 year ago

"Testimony Unveils Alleged Conspiracy in Fake Elector Plot Tied to Trump Team"

James Renner, the only individual to reach a cooperation agreement in Michigan's fake elector case, testified in court that the group of Republicans believed they were doing the right thing by attempting to deliver the state's electoral votes to former President Donald Trump despite his election loss in 2020. Renner detailed how the group was told the process was appropriate and necessary in case of a successful recount, but prosecutors argued that the situation in Hawaii, which inspired the attempted action in Michigan, was not relevant. The preliminary examinations will determine whether there is enough evidence to send the group to a jury trial, and Renner is the only individual initially charged to have reached a cooperation agreement with prosecutors.

politics2 years ago

"Michigan Attorney General Drops Charges Against Fake Elector in Exchange for Full Cooperation"

The Michigan Attorney General's office has dropped charges against James Renner, one of the 16 individuals accused of falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the state's electoral votes in an effort to overturn the 2020 election results. Renner agreed to "cooperate fully" with the investigation, leading to the dismissal of the charges. The group of Republicans had signed a document falsely stating they were the state's "duly elected and qualified electors." Renner's cooperation agreement includes providing information about the meeting where the fake elector certificates were signed. Michigan was the first state to charge individuals in connection with attempting to join a slate of "fake electors."

politics2 years ago

Michigan AG Drops Charges Against Fake GOP Elector in Exchange for Cooperation

James Renner, one of the pro-Trump fake electors charged in Michigan, has reached a cooperation agreement with state prosecutors, resulting in the dismissal of his case. Renner, 76, is the first defendant to strike a deal in the case, which involves a group of 16 fake electors. As part of the agreement, Renner will provide truthful testimony regarding the 2020 fake electors, including the signing of the sham certificate. If he provides false testimony, the felony charges could be refiled. The remaining 15 defendants, including current and former state GOP officials, have pleaded not guilty.

diplomacy2 years ago

Saudi Arabia and Iran Take Steps Towards Restored Relations

Saudi Arabia has initiated preliminary steps towards a "long-term cooperation agreement" with Iran, according to Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. The document, once completed, will be signed by high-ranking officials from both countries. This development marks a significant milestone in the relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran, which were severed in 2016. The two sides reached a reconciliation deal earlier this year and appointed new ambassadors. During his visit, Amir-Abdollahian met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, with a focus on bilateral issues. The Saudi authorities expressed a "new attitude" and readiness to open a new chapter in relations. Additionally, Saudi Arabia's crown prince has accepted an invitation to visit Iran in the future.