Rep. Jamie Raskin criticized former President Trump on MSNBC's "Morning Joe" for allegedly receiving at least $7.8 million from foreign entities during his presidency, which could violate the Constitution's emoluments clause. The House Oversight Committee's report suggests that this figure, primarily from China, is likely just a portion of the total amount, as it only covers half of Trump's term and a fraction of his businesses. Raskin accused Trump of profiting from his office and implied that his actions were influenced by these payments, particularly from China and Saudi Arabia. He contrasted Trump's behavior with historical precedents where past presidents refused foreign gifts, and he criticized his Republican colleagues for ignoring these issues while pursuing an impeachment inquiry into President Biden.
Maryland Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin has urged Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to recuse himself from cases involving former President Donald Trump, citing potential conflicts of interest due to Thomas's wife's involvement in the "big lie" about the 2020 election. Raskin's call follows revelations of Ginni Thomas's efforts to overturn the election results and a history of ethical questions surrounding Justice Thomas. The issue raises broader concerns about the lack of a binding code of ethics for Supreme Court justices.
Rep. Jamie Raskin has called for Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to recuse himself from potential cases involving the removal of Donald Trump from primary ballots based on the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause. Raskin's concern stems from decisions in Colorado and Maine to disqualify Trump, citing his alleged involvement in the January 6 insurrection. Raskin, who served on the committee investigating the Capitol riot, points to the ethical implications given Thomas's wife's activism in support of Trump's election fraud claims. The Supreme Court's conservative majority, including three Trump appointees, faces scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest in these cases.
Democratic Congressman Jamie Raskin has called for Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to recuse himself from cases related to former President Donald Trump's eligibility for the 2024 election, citing the involvement of Thomas's wife in efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Raskin's comments come as legal challenges arise questioning Trump's qualifications under the 14th Amendment following the January 6 insurrection. The Supreme Court is facing pressure to address these issues, while Raskin emphasizes the importance of upholding the Constitution in the face of potential election disputes involving Trump.
Representative Jamie Raskin is calling for Justice Clarence Thomas to recuse himself from any Supreme Court rulings related to former President Donald Trump's eligibility for the 2024 ballot. Raskin's request stems from Thomas's wife, Ginni Thomas, being involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Ginni Thomas had sent messages to Trump's chief of staff, Mark Meadows, and later expressed regret to a congressional committee investigating the January 6 Capitol attack. Raskin, a member of that committee, argues that Justice Thomas's impartiality could be compromised due to his wife's actions. States like Colorado and Maine have removed Trump from primary ballots, invoking the 14th Amendment, while other states are considering similar actions, setting the stage for a potential Supreme Court decision on the matter.
Rep. Jamie Raskin defended the use of the 14th Amendment to disqualify former President Donald Trump from the ballot in Colorado and Maine, arguing that it is a democratic measure as it applies to those who choose to disqualify themselves by engaging in insurrection. Raskin highlighted that the Constitution contains various disqualifications for presidency, such as age and natural-born citizenship, and that Trump falls into the category of individuals who have disqualified themselves due to their actions on January 6. The issue has sparked controversy and is expected to be addressed by the Supreme Court.
