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Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
Late-night hosts discussed Robert Hur's report on Biden, tabloid rumors about William and Kate's marriage, Trump and Biden's activities in Georgia, TikTok users flooding lawmakers with calls, Trump's private praise of Hitler, Boeing's failed FAA audits, and US teens' smartphone access.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Special counsel Robert Hur's investigative report on President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents portrayed him as an elderly man with a poor memory, but the transcript of Hur’s interview with Biden contradicts this claim. The conversation was more nuanced than suggested, with Biden being the one to first mention Beau Biden’s death. Biden angrily denounced Hur’s conclusions in a prime time address, but the transcript shows it was Biden, not Hur, who first raised the topic. Biden's reaction to the report was defended by a White House spokesman, emphasizing that the president remembers exactly the day his son died.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
GOP representatives criticized former special counsel Robert Hur's testimony, claiming it showed President Biden's sense of entitlement and a government bias in his favor. They highlighted differences in how Biden and Trump handled classified information, with Biden's documents found in various locations. Republicans also emphasized the motive behind Biden's retention of classified information, linking it to his memoir. They accused a double standard in the treatment of politicians regarding mishandling classified documents, citing investigations into Biden, Hillary Clinton, and Trump.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Former special counsel Robert Hur confirmed that White House attorneys asked him to "revise" descriptions of President Biden's memory lapses before the release of his report defending the decision to not bring charges against Biden for retention of national security material. The White House Counsel and Biden's personal lawyer requested edits to the report, claiming that certain descriptions of Biden's memory needed to be revised. Despite objections from the White House, the report was released by Attorney General Merrick Garland, and Hur defended the inclusion of Biden's memory lapses as necessary to explain his decision.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The White House faced a political problem when a special counsel report questioned President Joe Biden's memory regarding the date of his son Beau's death, but a transcript of the interview revealed that Biden did recall the specific date, although he briefly wondered about the year. Biden's emotional response during a press conference was defended by his aides as reflecting the importance of reflecting on how his son's death had affected his decision making. The special counsel, Robert Hur, defended his report's discussion of Biden's memory as necessary and accurate, while the White House spokesman explained Biden's emotional reaction as stemming from the pain of his loss. The episode sheds new light on a politically and personally sensitive moment in Biden's term, as it threatened his ability to assure voters of his fitness for office.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
Rep. Matt Gaetz grilled former Special Counsel Robert Hur during a House hearing over not charging President Biden’s ghostwriter for deleting evidence related to a classified documents probe. Gaetz questioned why the ghostwriter, Mark Zwonitzer, was let off the hook for erasing audio files containing evidence, while Hur defended his decision by stating that Zwonitzer did not delete transcripts that included incriminating evidence relating to Biden. Gaetz criticized the handling of the ghostwriter, alleging a double standard in the treatment of Biden and Trump.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Former special counsel Robert Hur testified before Congress about his investigation into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents, leading to heated exchanges between Democrats and Republicans over the lack of charges against Biden. Hur defended his report, which found evidence of Biden retaining classified materials but not enough for criminal charges, while also facing criticism for his comments on Biden’s memory. The hearing became a platform for both parties to score political points ahead of the 2024 presidential election, with discussions also revolving around former President Donald Trump’s classified documents case.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Special Counsel Robert Hur defended his characterization of President Biden's memory during a hearing before the House Judiciary Committee, with Democrats decrying the depiction as inappropriate and politically motivated. Republicans accused Hur of going easy on Biden and highlighted a "double standard" compared to former President Trump. Democrats argued that Biden's cooperation with investigators and the nature of the documents differed from Trump's case. Hur denied being a partisan actor and defended the accuracy and fairness of his report, while also refuting allegations of seeking a federal judge position or attempting to influence the election.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
Former special counsel Robert Hur testified before the House judiciary committee, defending his assessment of Joe Biden's memory and refusing to rule out a role in a potential Trump administration. Hur stated that he "did not exonerate" Biden and emphasized that his report's language about the president's memory was necessary, accurate, and fair. The hearing revealed bipartisan anger towards Hur's findings, with Republicans questioning why Biden wasn't prosecuted and Democrats accusing him of using gratuitous language to hurt the president politically.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
Transcripts of President Joe Biden's interview with Department of Justice investigators reveal a more accurate recall and command of past events than previously described by Special Counsel Robert Hur, who had painted the president as having a poor memory. The transcripts show Biden accurately recalling the date of his son Beau's death and displaying a nuanced understanding of past events, contradicting Hur's portrayal. Hur, who is set to testify before the House Judiciary Committee, has faced criticism for including derogatory information in a memorandum about Biden, who was not being charged with a crime, and his departure from government service the day before his testimony has raised concerns among Democrats on the panel.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Special counsel Robert Hur's report on President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents described him as an "elderly man with a poor memory," but the transcript of Biden's interview paints a more nuanced picture. Despite memory lapses, Biden also recalled detailed events from his time as vice president. The transcript also revealed moments of confusion and misalignment of specific events to the right years. Biden's lawyers criticized the report, while Biden's allies believe a full reading of the transcript will support their contention that Hur's characterization was not based in reality. Hur is set to testify before Republican-led committees on Capitol Hill, defending his investigation and the characterization of Biden's age.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
The transcript of then-special counsel Robert Hur's five-hour interview with President Biden last October reveals a professional, polite, and occasionally humorous conversation, providing context around statements in Hur's report on Biden's handling of classified material. The interview shows Biden's struggle to recall specific details, including the year his son Beau died, and missteps in recalling dates and events. Biden also discussed his lack of involvement in packing and moving his offices, the discovery of classified documents in his homes, and his unawareness of their contents. Additionally, the interview includes Biden's lengthy digressions on various topics. Hur is scheduled to testify before the House Judiciary Committee about the investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Special counsel Robert Hur is set to testify at the GOP-run House Judiciary Committee about his investigation into President Joe Biden's mishandling of classified documents. Hur concluded that Biden mishandled classified material and improperly disclosed classified information as a private citizen, but stated there wasn't enough evidence to prosecute him. The hearing will focus on questions about Biden's age and memory, the differentiation between Biden and Trump's handling of classified material, the connection to the GOP's impeachment inquiry, and how Hur will handle the spotlight as he testifies.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Independent
Robert Hur, a former Trump-appointed US Attorney, will testify before the House Judiciary Committee as a private citizen with the help of Republican partisans and figures linked to former president Donald Trump. His departure from the Department of Justice one day before his testimony and his choice of associates, including lawyer William Burck and former Trump-era DOJ spokesperson Sarah Isgur, have raised concerns among Democrats on the panel, who view his upcoming appearance as a partisan effort to damage President Joe Biden.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Special counsel Robert Hur, known for his fair and thorough approach, is facing scrutiny as he testifies in a Capitol Hill hearing regarding his investigation into President Biden's handling of classified material. Hur's report drew backlash from both sides of the political spectrum, with Democrats initially praising him but later accusing him of bias, and Republicans criticizing him for not prosecuting Biden. Despite the meticulous nature of his investigation, Hur's final determinations are under intense scrutiny as he faces tough questions from Congress.