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Today's News Roundup: Biden Quits - Jack Smith Panics - Haley Cries Trump Wolf - Top Dem Retires
Biden Quips About a Press-Free Lent π
President Joe Biden, with a touch of humor, remarked that he'd be giving up interacting with the press for Lent, during a light-hearted exchange on Ash Wednesday. After admiring the Valentine's Day decorations with First Lady Jill Biden on the White House's north lawn, reporters quizzed him on his Lenten sacrifice, to which he jovially responded, "You guys." The President, observing Ash Wednesday traditions, participated in a mass at the White House and received ashes, highlighting the start of Lent for many Christians, including Biden himself, who holds the distinction of being the second Catholic president in U.S. history.
Special Counsel Opposes Trump's Supreme Court Delay Request βοΈ
Special Counsel Jack Smith was quick to counter former President Donald Trump's plea to the Supreme Court for a pause in his election subversion trial. Trump's emergency motion sought to halt trial proceedings while he challenges a ruling that dismissed his immunity assertions. Prosecutors emphasized that any delay could undermine public trust in achieving a timely and just verdict, especially given the case's national significance, involving accusations against a former President for purportedly attempting to subvert presidential election results.
Clyburn to Step Down from Democratic Leadership Role ποΈ
Representative Jim Clyburn, a key figure in the Democratic Party, announced his decision to relinquish his role as Assistant Democratic Leader within the House Democratic Caucus. At 83, Clyburn expressed his confidence in the leadership team, including Leader Hakeem Jeffries and others, to prioritize the people's needs over political agendas. This move opens the door for new leadership dynamics within the party, with a protege of Clyburn hinting at a potential succession.
Haley Criticizes Trump's Influence Over GOP Leadership π³οΈ
Nikki Haley, in the running for the Republican presidential nomination, voiced concerns over Donald Trump's maneuvers to install his loyalists in key GOP positions, hinting at an attempt to sway the 2024 election in his favor. At a South Carolina event, Haley pointed out Trump's influence in potentially replacing RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel, promoting his daughter-in-law and a former adviser to prominent roles within the Republican National Committee. Haley's remarks underscored the internal dynamics and power plays shaping the GOP's future and the upcoming election battle.
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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;
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