The House leader has attempted to discredit the “No Kings” protests, falsely portraying them as violent to deflect criticism of his own failures. Despite these claims, the protests have largely focused on First Amendment rights and opposition to specific policies, including those related to immigration and healthcare. Simultaneously, the leader seems intent on prolonging the government shutdown, sending representatives home and dismissing negotiations as futile while blaming Democrats for the impasse.
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A federal grand jury indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday for bank fraud, with U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan personally presenting the case. The charges stem from allegations that James misrepresented her intent to use a Virginia home as her primary residence, potentially securing a lower mortgage rate, despite contrary indications in other documents. This indictment follows a pattern of the president weaponizing the Justice Department, as Halligan, recently appointed due to frustration over investigation pacing, also secured charges against former FBI Director James Comey. James has stated that the charges are politically motivated.
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The news that former FBI Director James Comey is expected to be indicted in the Eastern District of Virginia, according to MSNBC, certainly stirs up a lot of strong feelings. It’s fascinating, and a little ironic, to see the potential for a political reckoning involving someone who played such a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape we navigate today.
The crux of the matter seems to be charges of lying to Congress, specifically regarding his testimony in September 2020 about leaking information. Whatever the specifics, the announcement itself feels loaded. It’s like watching a plot twist unfold that many saw coming, even if they didn’t know the exact details.… Continue reading
Brazilian federal police indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for allegedly attempting a coup following the 2022 election. The sealed indictment, delivered to the Supreme Court, alleges a plot to keep Bolsonaro in power after his electoral defeat. Among those indicted are several high-ranking military officials and political allies. The Supreme Court will forward the case to the Prosecutor-General, who will decide whether to proceed with formal charges and a trial. This indictment is one of several legal challenges Bolsonaro faces.
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Trump DOJ Indicts Congressional Candidate for Protesting ICE; Faces Prison
The House leader has attempted to discredit the “No Kings” protests, falsely portraying them as violent to deflect criticism of his own failures. Despite these claims, the protests have largely focused on First Amendment rights and opposition to specific policies, including those related to immigration and healthcare. Simultaneously, the leader seems intent on prolonging the government shutdown, sending representatives home and dismissing negotiations as futile while blaming Democrats for the impasse.
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Trump’s Retaliation: Letitia James Indicted in Politically Motivated Case
A federal grand jury indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday for bank fraud, with U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan personally presenting the case. The charges stem from allegations that James misrepresented her intent to use a Virginia home as her primary residence, potentially securing a lower mortgage rate, despite contrary indications in other documents. This indictment follows a pattern of the president weaponizing the Justice Department, as Halligan, recently appointed due to frustration over investigation pacing, also secured charges against former FBI Director James Comey. James has stated that the charges are politically motivated.
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Comey Expected to Be Indicted in Virginia, MSNBC Reports
The news that former FBI Director James Comey is expected to be indicted in the Eastern District of Virginia, according to MSNBC, certainly stirs up a lot of strong feelings. It’s fascinating, and a little ironic, to see the potential for a political reckoning involving someone who played such a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape we navigate today.
The crux of the matter seems to be charges of lying to Congress, specifically regarding his testimony in September 2020 about leaking information. Whatever the specifics, the announcement itself feels loaded. It’s like watching a plot twist unfold that many saw coming, even if they didn’t know the exact details.… Continue reading
Brazil Indicts Bolsonaro, Aides for Coup Attempt; Stark Contrast to US Response
Brazilian federal police indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for allegedly attempting a coup following the 2022 election. The sealed indictment, delivered to the Supreme Court, alleges a plot to keep Bolsonaro in power after his electoral defeat. Among those indicted are several high-ranking military officials and political allies. The Supreme Court will forward the case to the Prosecutor-General, who will decide whether to proceed with formal charges and a trial. This indictment is one of several legal challenges Bolsonaro faces.
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