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politics15 days ago

House Republicans Release Key Testimony of Jack Smith on Trump Cases

The House Judiciary Committee released a detailed transcript and video of Jack Smith's closed-door deposition, where he outlined evidence suggesting President Trump engaged in criminal schemes to overturn the 2020 election and obstruct justice, while also criticizing Trump's false claims and attacks on federal officials. Smith emphasized the nonpartisan nature of his investigation and expressed concern over retaliation against justice officials.

via NBC News|
#2020-election#house-judiciary-committee#jack-smith
politics3 months ago

Letitia James, Trump Rival, Indicted Amid Ongoing Legal Battles

Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, was indicted after pursuing legal action against Donald Trump, which she claims is a politically motivated weaponization of the justice system. She defends her civil case against the Trump Organization and prepares for her re-election, supported by Democratic allies and funds, amidst Trump's accusations of a witch hunt.

via Politico|
#democratic-party#lawfare#letitia-james
politics2 years ago

"Gov. Kemp Stands Firm Against GOP Pressure to Remove DA Willis and Impeach Fulton County Prosecutor"

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has rejected calls to discipline or remove Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis after she indicted former President Donald Trump. Kemp stated that he will follow the law and the Constitution regardless of political implications. He also mentioned that calling a special session to remove Willis is not feasible and may be unconstitutional. Kemp's comments come in response to demands from Trump-aligned legislators, while a Georgia faith leader representing over 530 churches has called on the governor to publicly oppose efforts to remove or discipline Willis.

via USA TODAY|
#brian-kemp#fani-willis#georgia
politics2 years ago

Kanye West's Publicist Charged in Trump Indictment for Alleged Election Interference

Kanye West's publicist, Trevian Kutti, has been charged in the Trump indictment for allegedly pressuring Fulton County election worker Ruby Freeman to admit baseless election fraud accusations or face arrest. Kutti, who introduced herself as a crisis manager sent by a high-profile individual, went to Freeman's home and offered to move and secure her within 48 hours. Freeman grew suspicious and refused to go along with the plan. Kutti was among the 19 people charged in Fulton County for their alleged role in trying to overturn the 2020 election.

via Daily Mail|
#election-worker#fulton-county#kanye-west
politics2 years ago

"The Historic Trump Indictment: A Landmark Criminal Trial in American History"

The indictment of former President Donald Trump by special counsel Jack Smith is being hailed as the most important criminal trial in American history, according to historian Julian Zelizer. The Department of Justice's indictment charges Trump with four counts of attempting to overturn the 2020 election, threatening the peaceful transfer of power. This indictment breaks with the precedent set by President Gerald Ford's pardon of Richard Nixon in 1974, signaling a commitment to holding leaders accountable for abusing their power. The trial aims to preserve democratic principles and prevent the abuse of presidential power.

via CBS News|
#accountability#department-of-justice#historical-trial
national2 years ago

Trump's Fate: A Legal Breakdown of the January 6 Probe and Charges

Pam Hemphill, a Jan. 6 rioter who served her sentence for her role in the insurrection, believes that former President Trump should face the same fate as those who stormed the Capitol. Hemphill, who pleaded guilty to trespassing, picketing, and parading, regrets following Trump and acknowledges being lied to by him. She believes that Trump, as one of the most powerful people in the world, should be subject to the laws that ensure the safety and freedom of the country. Hemphill has faced death threats and is in the process of moving due to her decision to speak up against the movement she once supported.

via NPR|
#capitol-insurrection#consequences#jan-6-rioter
politics2 years ago

The Quiet Response: Biden's Strategy Amid Trump's Indictment

The Biden White House has intentionally remained silent on the indictment of former President Donald Trump, with aides believing that any comment risks providing Trump with ammunition to fuel his claims of political persecution. Biden himself has refused to comment on the matter, and his campaign has not sought to fundraise off the indictment. Biden's advisers believe that the contrast between a president focused on his public duties and Trump's legal predicament will speak for itself. The White House's silence will be tested as the legal saga persists, but they believe that avoiding any public comment is the best strategy.

via CNN|
#biden-white-house#legal-matters#political-strategy
world-news2 years ago

Week in Review: Amazon Rescue, Trump Indictment, Ukraine Counteroffensive.

Four children were found alive after 40 days in the Amazon jungle following a plane crash that killed their mother. Donald Trump returned to the campaign trail and cast his federal indictment as "election interference." Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky gave his strongest signal yet that his forces have begun their campaign to regain territory taken by Russian forces. Boris Johnson resigned as a member of Parliament after accusing a committee of attempting to "drive me out." Father's Day is coming up on Sunday.

via CNN|
#amazon-jungle#boris-johnson#fathers-day
politics2 years ago

Trump's Indictment Sparks Concern and Jeopardy for His Supporters.

Sen. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) expressed concern over the handling of classified information by current and former members of the executive branch, following the indictment of former President Donald Trump. Rounds refrained from naming anyone but noted that it was "unacceptable" and that the integrity of the justice system was being called into question. He also expressed concern about the timing of the DOJ's decision to pursue the case against Trump and warned that the unprecedented action of indicting a former president who is also a current candidate for president is inherently political and will have a lasting impact on the nation.

via POLITICO|
#classified-information#department-of-justice#mike-rounds
politics2 years ago

Trump indictment sparks backlash and concerns over potential violence.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized the DOJ for applying a double standard when it came to Trump and called for federal prosecutors to apply equal justice of the law. Trump was indicted as part of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s months-long investigation into the former president's handling of classified documents. McCarthy questioned whether Biden removed documents from the SCIF when he was a senator. McCarthy said he has been in contact with House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., and House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, about actions they could take to ensure fairness in the cases.

via Fox News|
#classified-documents#doj#equal-justice
politics2 years ago

"Trump inquiry dispute resolved between House GOP and Manhattan DA"

Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg has reached a deal with House Republicans, allowing former prosecutor Mark Pomerantz to be questioned by the Judiciary Committee about the investigation into former President Trump. Pomerantz will be accompanied by a lawyer from Bragg’s office, and the questioning will take place at a later date than originally scheduled. The agreement resolves the legal battle between Bragg and the committee that escalated to a federal appeals court. Bragg charged Trump with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, and the committee had subpoenaed Pomerantz to investigate if and how federal funds were used in the investigation.

via New York Post |
#alvin-bragg#house-republicans#investigation
politics2 years ago

House GOP subpoenas former prosecutor in Trump investigation.

The House GOP has issued its first subpoena in its investigation of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office, summoning Mark Pomerantz, a former county special assistant district attorney, to appear for a deposition on April 20. Pomerantz is of particular interest to House Republicans, as he led the investigation into former President Donald Trump’s finances. The subpoena comes after Jordan fired off letters to both Pomerantz and Carey Dunne last month, but has not issued a similar subpoena to Dunne.

via POLITICO|
#house-gop#manhattan-da#mark-pomerantz
politics2 years ago

Comparing Trump's Indictment to Other Countries' Prosecution of Ex-Leaders

While Donald Trump is the first former US president to be charged with a criminal offence, many other ex-leaders have faced criminal charges and some have even made political comebacks. Examples include Italy's Silvio Berlusconi, Brazil's Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, South Korea's Park Geun-hye, France's Nicolas Sarkozy, South Africa's Jacob Zuma, Malaysia's Najib Razak, Israel's Ehud Olmert, Thailand's Yingluck Shinawatra, and Bolivia's Jeanine Áñez. Charges have ranged from corruption to abuse of power, and some have served time in jail while others have been pardoned or had their convictions overturned.

via BBC|
#corruption#criminal-charges#ex-leaders
politics2 years ago

Trump faces criminal charges in historic arraignment while Greene headlines Trump rally.

Former President Trump is set to appear in court in Manhattan for his arraignment on criminal charges related to hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels during his 2016 presidential campaign. Trump denies the allegations. A grand jury in New York voted to indict him. Trump arrived in Manhattan on Monday and is expected to return to Florida after the arraignment.

via The Hill|
#donald-trump#hush-money-payments#manhattan
society2 years ago

Trump Faces Indictment as Clinton Receives Honor

Hillary Clinton will be honored at the Lotos Club's state dinner in New York, which has previously hosted notable figures such as Mark Twain and Dr. Anthony Fauci. Meanwhile, a recent decision by New York State's highest court invalidating a rape conviction has raised concerns among advocates for sexual assault survivors that prosecutors may be less likely to bring charges in cases where the victim and defendant know each other and there are no other witnesses.

via The New York Times|
#hillary-clinton#lotos-club#new-york-court-of-appeals