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Biden Obstructed Justice? - Trump Gagged Again? - Chick-Fil-A Controversy - Trump On Ballot Again
Poll: Is Biden A Better President Than Trump?
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Today's News Roundup: Biden Obstructed Justice? - Trump Gagged Again? - Chick-Fil-A Controversy - Trump On Ballot Again
GOP Raises Questions About Biden's Role in Son's Subpoena Defiance 📜
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) and House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) are raising concerns over President Biden's potential involvement in his son Hunter's decision to defy a congressional subpoena. In a letter addressed to White House counsel Edward Siskel, the Republican leaders have requested documentation and communication records from the Executive Office of the President regarding Hunter Biden's deposition, hinting at a possible "conspiracy to obstruct a proceeding of Congress" if President Biden was aware of his son's plans.
Special Counsel Seeks to Limit Trump's 'Political Attacks' in Upcoming Trial ⚖️
Special counsel Jack Smith is pushing for restrictions on former President Trump's courtroom conduct during his 2020 election subversion trial. Smith's team, through senior assistant special counsel Molly Gaston, filed a request in court on Wednesday to prevent Trump from leveraging "political attacks" and "partisan political issues" during the trial. They argue that such tactics are irrelevant and prejudicial, and have no place in a jury trial. This move aims to focus the trial strictly on legal arguments and evidence, rather than political rhetoric.
Sen. Graham Opposes NY Bill Forcing Chick-fil-A to Open on Sundays 🍗
Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) is voicing his opposition to a proposed New York bill that challenges the operating policies of Chick-fil-A. The bill would require the fast-food chain to keep some of its locations open on Sundays, traditionally a day of closure for the company. In a video message, Graham emphasized the constitutional implications of such a law, arguing that it infringes on the rights of the business.
Michigan Supreme Court Denies Effort to Bar Trump from 2024 Ballot 🗳️
The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled against a bid to exclude former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 primary ballot. The court's decision thwarts efforts to disqualify Trump based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which bars individuals from holding office if they have engaged in insurrection or rebellion. In a concise order, the court stated that it was not persuaded to review the case, effectively maintaining Trump's eligibility to appear on Michigan's ballot in the upcoming presidential election.
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Joe Biden: 42 percent favorable, 54 percent unfavorable, 2 percent haven't heard enough about him;
Donald Trump: 37 percent favorable, 59 percent unfavorable, 3 percent haven't heard enough about him;
Ron DeSantis: 24 percent favorable, 58 percent unfavorable, 18 percent haven't heard enough about him;
Poll Results: Is Trump Guilty In Jan 6 Riots Case?
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Yes, He Is (1389)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 No, He Is Not (28579)
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