President Biden has faced criticism for not addressing growing corruption allegations in recent interviews, with many of his recent sit-downs with journalists focusing on other topics. Critics argue that Biden’s media appearances have been limited, and interviews have been granted to what they consider “friendly” interviewers. Biden’s most recent interview with ex-CNN White House correspondent John Harwood, published on ProPublica, primarily discussed “threats to democracy.” Only one mention was made of the legal issues surrounding his son Hunter and the House Republican impeachment inquiry, which was framed as a question criticizing the GOP’s ability to govern. Jeffrey McCall, a professor…
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According to individuals who work in the field of campaign finance, the judge who is presiding over the fraud trial against former President Donald Trump that does not involve a jury has regularly supported Democrats and has spent thousands of dollars on partisan political contributions. This information is provided by specialists who operate in the field of campaign finance. Judge Arthur Engoron, who was called out on Monday for posing for cameras while the trial was going on, has made all of his political donations to Democrats over the course of the previous 25 years, with the bulk of those…
The judge presiding over Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial in New York City, Judge Arthur Engoron, received criticism and backlash from Trump’s allies and supporters after he was seen smiling for a camera before the proceedings began. The incident occurred as news networks aired scenes from the courtroom, with Trump, his lawyers, and New York Attorney General Letitia James present. When the camera panned to the front of the room and appeared to capture Judge Engoron smiling and shrugging, it elicited strong reactions from Trump’s defenders and others on social media. Some accused the judge of inappropriate behavior, while others…
Former President Donald Trump launched a blistering attack on the New York Supreme Court judge overseeing his civil fraud case, Judge Arthur Engoron. Trump accused Judge Engoron of needing to be disbarred and potentially charged criminally for his actions in the case. This outburst followed an adverse ruling by the judge in which he allowed the case to proceed, potentially exposing Trump to penalties of $250 million. Trump initially criticized Judge Engoron for a summary judgment ruling in the case, despite his own legal team having sought summary judgment. He claimed that Judge Engoron was interfering with an election and…
Rep. Matt Gaetz, a Republican representing Florida in the House of Representatives, submitted a motion on Monday evening to remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his position of leadership, so setting the stage for a possible vote in the House of Representatives. This decision by Gaetz has garnered a lot of attention since it occurred in the midst of an inquiry of him by the House Ethics Committee, which many people feel is the result of a personal vendetta against McCarthy. Gaetz stated during his statement that the position of Speaker of the House is open, citing his discontent with…
The New York judge presiding over the civil fraud trial involving former President Donald Trump faced criticism on social media after cameras captured him smiling and seemingly posing for cameras as the trial began. Judge Arthur Engoron, a New York City judge, was briefly shown in the courtroom, which led to immediate outrage from conservatives on social media. Many social media users accused Judge Engoron of being partisan and unprofessional. Some referred to him as a “partisan Democrat clown” and labeled the trial as a “kangaroo court.” Critics expressed concerns about the state of the judicial system and democracy itself.…
Laphonza Butler, the individual selected by Governor Gavin Newsom to fill the vacant U.S. Senate seat in California following the unfortunate passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein, has recently attracted attention due to apparent alterations in her social media accounts and professional biography. These changes became evident after her appointment was officially announced by Governor Newsom. It’s worth noting that prior to her appointment, various sources, including her social media bio and Federal Election Commission (FEC) records, indicated her residence as being in Maryland. However, following the announcement of her appointment, these references to Maryland have either been removed or modified.…
Former President Donald Trump has announced his intention to go to court to fight against New York Attorney General Letitia James and a judge whom he has accused of being unfair, unhinged, and pursuing a fraudulent case against him. Trump’s statement, posted on the social media platform Truth Social, asserts that the case against him is a sham and questions the valuation of his property, Mar-a-Lago, in Palm Beach, Florida. The former president has been under investigation by the New York Attorney General’s office regarding his financial dealings and the valuation of his assets. Trump has consistently denied any wrongdoing…
Former Republican House Speaker Newt Gingrich argued that although it could be excessive to eject Representative Matt Gaetz from the House of Representatives altogether, it might be reasonable to remove him from the House Republican Conference and take away the committee assignments he now has as a consequence for the activities he has taken. Gingrich pointed out that in order to be expelled from the House of Representatives, a vote of two-thirds is required, which may be difficult to get. On the other hand, removing Gaetz from his conference and committee responsibilities is something that can be done without the…
While the city of Chicago makes efforts to relocate them into shelters, hundreds of migrants have taken up residence inside a shuttle bus station at Chicago O’Hare International Airport for lengthy periods of time. These migrants spend their nights inside the shuttle bus hub at Terminal 1 of O’Hare International Airport. There, they use the shared airport restrooms and sleep on cardboard that has been set out on the floor. The initial purpose of the facility was just to serve as a transit hub for those passing through. The movements of the migrants, who are hidden from view by a…
The person appointed by California Governor Gavin Newsom to replace the seat left vacant by the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein will have the opportunity to seek election to a full term in 2024. The tenure of Senator Feinstein was to expire in 2024, and at first, Governor Newsom gave the impression that he was just seeking for someone to fill an interim vacancy. On the other hand, his office has verified that there will not be a prerequisite that the replacement senator only serve in the Senate for a short period of time. At the time of her passing,…
Former President Donald Trump has made a campaign promise to reverse President Joe Biden’s electric vehicle (EV) plan if he is reelected. While on the campaign trail in Iowa, Trump criticized Biden’s proposed tailpipe emission rules and the EPA’s prediction that EVs will make up a significant portion of vehicle sales by 2032. Trump referred to Biden’s plan as “absolutely insane” and claimed it would harm industries like Iowa’s ethanol production. Trump’s remarks suggest that he intends to support traditional gasoline-powered vehicles over electric ones. He emphasized his commitment to repealing what he referred to as Biden’s “job-killing electric vehicle…
According to reports, Republican members of the House are drafting a resolution to oust Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) from the House of Representatives in the event that the House Ethics Committee deems him guilty of unethical behavior. This decision comes after Gaetz vowed to file a motion to oust Kevin McCarthy’s position as speaker of the House of Representatives. Expelling a member of the House of Representatives needs a vote of two-thirds of the chamber, and it has the potential to affect the Republicans’ narrow majority in the chamber at this time. Since 2021, the House Ethics Committee has been…
Bill Maher, a comedian and television personality, stated on his show that President Joe Biden, while capable of doing his job, should drop out of the presidential race. Maher, who is 67 years old, argued that Biden, who is 80 years old, is the “only Democrat who can lose to Trump.” He characterized former President Donald Trump as an “insane ball of white hot anger” who is perceived differently from Biden, despite their four-year age difference. Maher expressed concern that Biden’s age could be a liability in the 2024 election, stating, “You can be a national treasure and still be…
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez addressed the incident that occurred when fellow Democrat Rep. Jamaal Bowman pulled a fire alarm at a congressional office building during an appearance on CNN’s “State of the Union” program. At first, she attempted to explain the occurrence by stating that it occurred in a moment of panic during the vote to prevent a shutdown of the government. However, this explanation was quickly debunked. Ocasio-Cortez, however, responded positively when presenter Jake Tapper explicitly inquired as to whether or not Bowman had pulled the fire alarm. She continued by saying that Bowman is completely collaborating with the House…
