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politics1 year ago

"Biden's Classified Documents Report Fallout and Age Concerns: A 2024 Campaign Center"

A year-long investigation into President Biden's handling of classified material concluded with no charges, but the report highlighted gaps in his memory and raised concerns about his age and mental acuity. Biden defended himself in a press conference, disputing the unfavorable parts of the report. The fallout has sparked renewed attention on his age and raised questions about his fitness for office, while his opponent, Donald Trump, faces his own legal challenges.

via NPR|
#age-and-mental-acuity#classified-documents#political-fallout
politics1 year ago

"Special Counsel Concludes Investigation into Biden's Handling of Classified Documents Without Charges"

The Justice Department's special counsel investigation into President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents has concluded, with a report expected to be released soon. The yearlong probe focused on the improper retention of classified documents by Biden from his time as a U.S. senator and vice president, with sensitive records found at his Delaware home and a private office. The investigation's resolution comes as Biden pursues reelection, and while it is expected to lift a legal cloud over him, criticism of his handling of classified records could impact his ability to attack Donald Trump, his presumptive opponent.

via The Associated Press|
#classified-documents#joe-biden#merrick-garland
politics2 years ago

"Former Prosecutor Forecasts GOP Shift on Donald Trump's Future"

Former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann predicts that testimony from former Donald Trump aides in the special counsel's election interference case could be a turning point for some Republicans who continue to support Trump's 2024 campaign. Weissmann believes that evidence from Trump's onetime loyalists on the stand could change the dynamic in the political sphere, potentially impacting Trump's support within the Republican Party.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#2024-election#andrew-weissmann#donald-trump
politics2 years ago

Hunter Biden Faces Multiple Indictments for Tax Charges

Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, has been indicted on nine tax charges in California, including three felonies and six misdemeanors. The charges are in addition to federal firearms charges in Delaware. The indictment alleges that Hunter Biden owed at least $1.4 million in taxes between 2016 and 2019, during a period when he struggled with addiction. If convicted, he could face a maximum of 17 years in prison. The special counsel investigation into his business dealings remains open. Defense attorney Abbe Lowell accused the special counsel of bowing to Republican pressure, while the White House declined to comment. Congressional Republicans are pursuing an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, claiming he was involved in an influence-peddling scheme with his son. No evidence has emerged to prove these claims against the president.

via The Associated Press|
#2024-election#hunter-biden#joe-biden
politics2 years ago

"Pence's Harrowing Testimony: Warnings and Aftermath of the 2020 Election"

Former Vice President Mike Pence reportedly provided harrowing details to special counsel Jack Smith's team about the aftermath of the 2020 election and his warnings to then-President Donald Trump. Pence allegedly described how Trump surrounded himself with "crank" attorneys, espoused "un-American" legal theories, and almost pushed the country into a "constitutional crisis." He also informed Trump that he hadn't seen evidence of significant election fraud before the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, but Trump continued to claim the election was "stolen." Pence's testimony could be crucial in the special counsel's investigation into Trump's alleged efforts to unlawfully remain in power and erode public faith in democratic institutions.

via ABC News|
#2020-election#donald-trump#jan-6-capitol-attack
legalcourt-proceedings2 years ago

Judge denies Trump's request to delay classified documents trial, sets May trial date

A federal judge has rejected former President Donald Trump's request to delay the May trial date in the special counsel's classified documents case. However, the judge left open the possibility of pushing back the trial date at a later time and acknowledged the challenge of accessing certain materials. Trump's defense argued for more time to review the materials, citing due process requirements. The judge has pushed pretrial deadlines as the parties negotiate the handling of classified discovery. Trump's attorneys had also requested that the trial take place after the 2024 election, but the judge denied the request. Trump faces several criminal and civil cases and has argued for delaying the trial due to conflicting scheduling demands.

via NBC News|
#classified-documents#donald-trump#judge-aileen-cannon
politics2 years ago

"Biden's Involvement in Classified Document Handling Under Special Counsel Investigation"

President Joe Biden has been voluntarily interviewed as part of an independent investigation into his handling of classified documents, signaling that the investigation may be nearing its conclusion. Special counsel Robert Hur is examining the improper retention of classified documents by Biden during his time as a senator and vice president. Biden has maintained that he was unaware of the documents and has said, "there's no there there." The interview was conducted at the White House over the course of Sunday and Monday. The investigation into Biden is separate from another probe into the handling of classified documents by former President Donald Trump.

via The Associated Press|
#classified-documents#joe-biden#politics
politics2 years ago

"Biden's Involvement in Special Counsel Investigation Revealed: Documents Found at Office and Home"

President Joe Biden has been interviewed by special counsel Robert Hur in relation to the discovery of classified documents at his Wilmington home and former private office. The interview, conducted over two days at the White House, was part of an ongoing probe overseen by Hur. The president and the White House are cooperating with the investigation, with other questions referred to the Justice Department. This comes after the government confirmed the discovery of a second set of documents in a garage at Biden's Delaware residence.

via CBS News|
#documents#joe-biden#politics
politics2 years ago

"Biden's Involvement in Special Counsel's Probe of Classified Documents Found at His Home and Former Office Revealed"

President Joe Biden has participated in a voluntary interview with special counsel Robert Hur as part of the investigation into classified documents found at his home and former office. This marks the first major development in the case and demonstrates Biden's cooperation, in contrast to his predecessor, Donald Trump. The interview was scheduled weeks ago and took place over two days at the White House. The investigation, led by Hur, began in November 2022 after the National Archives informed the Department of Justice about the discovery of classified documents at Biden's think tank. Biden has previously expressed surprise at the presence of these documents and has emphasized his commitment to handling classified information seriously.

via CNN|
#classified-documents#cooperation#joe-biden
legal2 years ago

Hunter Biden's Attorney Withdraws as Prosecutors Move to Drop Gun Charges

Hunter Biden's attorney, Richard Jones, has filed paperwork to withdraw from representing him in his federal gun charge case. Biden had pleaded not guilty to charges including making false statements in the purchase of a firearm and possession of a firearm by an unlawful user of a controlled substance. The withdrawal of Jones as counsel is said to have no material adverse effect on Biden's interests, and he remains satisfied with his other attorneys' representation. These federal gun charges are the first brought against Biden by Special Counsel David Weiss since being granted special counsel status in August.

via Fox News|
#attorney-withdrawal#federal-gun-charges#hunter-biden
politics2 years ago

"Special Counsel Investigation Targets Fundraising and Voting Equipment Breaches in Election Probe"

Special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election continues, with a focus on fundraising and breaches of voting equipment. The investigation is examining how money raised based on baseless claims of voter fraud was used to fund attempts to breach voting equipment in swing states won by Joe Biden. Former Trump lawyer Sidney Powell's role in these efforts is being scrutinized, as her nonprofit, Defending the Republic, hired forensics firms that accessed voting equipment in several states. Powell faces criminal charges in Georgia related to her alleged involvement in a multi-state plot to illegally access voting systems. The investigation also involves other witnesses and states, including Pennsylvania and Michigan.

via CNN|
#2020-election#politics#sidney-powell
politics2 years ago

"Biden Family Seeks Solace in Exclusive Lake Tahoe Home Amid Special Counsel Investigation"

President Biden and his family are vacationing in secrecy at an exclusive home in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, following the special counsel investigation into his son Hunter. The Bidens are renting the $18 million home of environmental activist Tom Steyer at fair market value for a nine-day vacation. It is unclear if any visitors are expected during their stay, and the future of Hunter's legal troubles remains uncertain. The misdemeanor tax charges against Hunter were dismissed, but he is still under federal investigation. Special counsel Andrew Weiss is fighting with Biden's attorneys over a diversion agreement for the felony charge.

via Fox News|
#biden-family#hunter-biden#lake-tahoe
politics2 years ago

"Former U.S. Attorney Predicts Imminent Trump Indictment"

Former U.S. attorney Harry Litman believes that the indictment of Donald Trump is imminent in special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election. Litman points to the signals, including the need for witness interviews and Trump's lawyers being given a final chance to make a plea. Litman also highlights Trump's increasingly unhinged rhetoric about the probe as an indication. Last week, Smith sent Trump a target letter, and former acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal predicts Trump will be indicted this week. Trump already faces trial in 2024 in the Stormy Daniels case and remains under investigation in Georgia for election interference.

via HuffPost|
#donald-trump#harry-litman#indictment
politics2 years ago

Trump's Potential Criminal Charges and the Ultimate Test for Republicans

Former President Donald Trump has been informed by special counsel Jack Smith that he is the target of a criminal investigation into the aftermath of the 2020 election, indicating that he could soon face additional criminal charges. The potential charges include deprivation of rights, conspiracy to commit an offense against or defraud the United States, and tampering with a witness. The deprivation of rights charges could be based on Reconstruction-era civil rights laws aimed at preventing interference with Americans' constitutional or legal rights. The investigation is primarily focused on the days leading up to January 6 and the alleged scheme to steal the election through pressure and fraud. Trump denies any wrongdoing and claims the investigation is politically motivated.

via CNN|
#2020-election#criminal-charges#deprivation-of-rights
politics2 years ago

Trump Faces Target Letter in Special Counsel's Investigation into 2020 Election

Former President Donald Trump has received a target letter from the special counsel investigating his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results, indicating that he could soon face federal indictment for his actions leading up to the Capitol attack. This would be the second indictment brought by the special counsel, adding to the multiple legal troubles Trump is currently facing. The specific charges are unknown, but evidence has been gathered regarding various tactics used by Trump and his allies to contest the election outcome. Trump's campaign strategy has been to portray the investigations as political persecution, while his rivals within the Republican Party remain cautious in criticizing him. The potential indictment highlights the high stakes of the ongoing legal and political battle surrounding Trump's future.

via The New York Times|
#capitol-attack#donald-trump#indictment