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Trump immunity claim in election interference case heard by Supreme Court: The Supreme Court considers Donald Trump’s assertion of total immunity from criminal ...
nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/supreme-court-hears-trump-immunity-claim-election-interference-case-rcna149182
Quick Glance: US Supreme Court discusses Trump's Immunity
- Conservative US Supreme Court justices signal sympathy for the argument that presidents have some immunity against criminal charges for certain actions taken in office.
- Former President Donald Trump appealed after lower courts rejected his request to be shielded from four election-related criminal charges.
- The Supreme Court hearing could distort the presidency without immunity and affect decision-making when bold and fearless action is most needed.
- The Supreme Court's decision on immunity is expected and could lead to Trump's trial occurring before the election.
Trump Lawyer Says Having Political Rival Killed Could Constitute ‘Official’ Presidential Act
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/supreme-court-trump-immunity-oral-arguments-1235010538/
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Bundestag decides to reform the climate protection law: As a result of the change, ministries will no longer have to meet individual climate protection targets ...
tagesschau.de/eilmeldung/eilmeldung-7804.html
Justice Sonia Sotomayor Calls Out Catch-22 In Trump's Immunity Argument: "If he's not covered by the criminal law, he can't be impeached for violating it at all ...
huffpost.com/entry/donald-trump-immunity-sotomayor_n_662aad7de4b01a688b3e43cf
New federal grants aimed to support elections. Many voting officials didn't see a dime
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246372144/election-funding-dhs-grants
What the cost of insulin may mean for Biden's campaign: President Joe Biden frequently cites insulin prices as he promotes a $35 price cap for Americans with ...
apnews.com/article/biden-insulin-prices-cap-campaign-impact-f969191c3c5178c91cc973a1b89c2200
Watch live: Eamon Ryan addresses Green Party convention: Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has warned his Government colleagues that "easy false" promises ...
rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0420/1444661-green-party-convention/
Why Biden wants to raise tariffs on Chinese steel: President Biden called for tripling the tariff rate on steel and aluminum imports from China Monday ...
thehill.com/business/4600625-why-biden-wants-to-raise-tariffs-on-chinese-steel/
Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
Pictures of the Day | April 18, 2024: Our top photos of the day.
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Watch live: Senate dismisses all impeachment charges against Mayorkas: The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary ...
apnews.com/article/mayorkas-senate-impeachment-trial-democrats-29aa775c0e866f4160f320583f261a72
Supreme Court gives skeptical eye to key statute used to prosecute Jan. 6 rioters
npr.org/2024/04/16/1245143434/supreme-court-january-6-arguments-fischer
Quick Glance: Justices Question Obstruction Charge Against Jan. 6 Rioter
- The Supreme Court is considering whether Jan. 6 rioters can be charged with obstructing an official proceeding, potentially impacting Trump's election interference case.
- During Tuesday's hearing, justices expressed concerns about the Justice Department's use of the obstruction statute to prosecute those involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.
- A potential consequence of a ruling in favor of Fischer could affect Trump, although this outcome is not definitive. Prosecutors in Trump's case have emphasized that even if Fischer succeeds, Trump's actions would still be governed by a more restrictive interpretation of the law.
- The provision was enacted in 2002 as part of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, passed after the Enron accounting scandal. Both Fischer and Trump argue that the obstruction law does not apply to their alleged conduct, meaning the charges should be dropped.
Fact check: Trump’s false and unsubstantiated claims about his Manhattan criminal case
cnn.com/2024/04/14/politics/fact-check-trump-false-hush-money-criminal-case/
HAPPENING NOW: Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre hosts the White House press briefing. Politics News | Breaking Political News, Video & Analysis-ABC News - ABC News
US says it will not renew easing of Venezuela oil sanctions unless progress made on elections
reuters.com/world/americas/us-says-it-will-not-renew-easing-venezuela-oil-sanctions-unless-progress-made-2024-04-15/
Number of homicides plunges in major cities after pandemic-era surge: The nation is on pace to see one of the most significant declines in homicides since Obama ...
axios.com/2024/04/16/homicide-rate-us-voters-trump
Just days before a firebrand politician named Donald is about to stand trial, he goes on TV to slam the charges as baseless and biased ... Show more
How Donald Trump Gets Special Treatment in the Legal System - POLITICO
How Donald Trump Gets Special Treatment in the Legal System - POLITICO
Quick Glance: Path to Victory: Trump's NY Hush Money Trial
- The first criminal trial of any former president began with extortion, Trump should aim for an acquittal.
- Charges do not concern misconduct in settling hush money with Daniels, but entering payments to conceal another crime.
- The burden of proof for criminal intent is high, requiring proof for two layers of specific intent to convict Trump.
- A legal maneuver could allow Trump to dismiss his defense team and recruit a new team to potentially secure his case.
Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra might leave the Biden administration after the general election to run for California governor in 2026 ... Show more
Biden could lose key Cabinet secretary to California governor’s race - POLITICO
Biden could lose key Cabinet secretary to California governor’s race - POLITICO
Canada’s main spy agency has accused India and Pakistan of trying to meddle in the country’s last two general elections Why is Canada accusing India and Pakistan of election interference? | Politics News | Al Jazeera
Biden promotes new student debt relief plan in Wisconsin: President Joe Biden says student loan relief will empower Americans to pursue their dreams without the ...
apnews.com/article/biden-student-loan-education-forgiveness-069d64e7e6fc4edd967adf6bc5f7e699
Quick Glance: Biden Seeks Student Debt Relief
- The Biden administration unveils plans to erase student debt for millions of Americans to fulfill a 2020 presidential promise.
- The proposed new program aims to provide targeted relief to specific groups of borrowers, including long-term debt holders and those in financial distress.
- Over 25 million borrowers are set to benefit from up to $20,000 in interest cancellation, with automatic relief planned for eligible borrowers.
- In addition to these reliefs, long-term borrowers and those experiencing financial hardships will also receive assistance, with the debt relief process expected to take some time.
RFK Jr. sounds like Trump as he courts MAGA voters: Kennedy's independent campaign appears to hurt President Biden more than Trump in many polls ...
axios.com/2024/04/10/kennedy-trump-maga-biden-voters
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. Consultant Terminated for Comments on Removing Biden
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential campaign has ended its contract with a consultant who urged people to vote for him to 'get rid of Biden', even if it means electing Donald Trump.
- Campaign manager Amaryllis Fox announced the decision in response to a supporter's request to distance the campaign from consultant Rita Palma.
- Palma misrepresented her role in the campaign, leading to an immediate termination of her contract, as stated by Fox.
- The consultant falsely claimed to be the New York State Director of the campaign at an event unaffiliated with the campaign, resulting in her dismissal.
Capitol Police hire special prosecutors to handle rise in threats against Congress
nytimes.com/2024/04/09/us/capitol-police-special-prosecutors-threats-against-congress.html
Outgoing DHS lawyer calls to up security ahead of ‘next Jan. 6’: A departing top lawyer for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) who also counseled the ...
thehill.com/policy/national-security/4573366-dhs-lawyer-security-next-jan-6/
Justice official Clark violated ethics in aiding Trump, D.C. Bar panel finds: A D.C. Bar panel found that Jeffrey Clark violated ethics rules when he was at the ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/04/justice-jeffrey-clark-bar-trump/
LISTEN | Malema prepared to offer EFF votes to ANC but with one condition — 'make Floyd finance minister'
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-04-05-listen-malema-prepared-to-offer-eff-votes-to-anc-but-with-one-condition-make-floyd-finance-minister/
Quick Glance: Malema offers EFF votes to ANC under condition
- EFF leader Julius Malema says he can offer the EFF votes to the ANC if they fall below 50 percent and if his deputy Floyd Shivambu becomes finance minister after the May elections.
- With less than two months to go before the May 29 elections, Malema stated that he is willing to give the EFF vote to the ANC nationally if it does not reach 50%.
- During a conversation with JJ Tabane on his Frank Dialogue podcast on YouTube, Malema emphasized that he will have one condition: the ANC must make EFF deputy leader Floyd Shivambu the finance minister.
UAW membership hits lowest point since Great Recession: The union reported a loss of nearly 13,000 members from 2022.
detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2024/03/28/uaw-membership-lowest-great-recession/73136338007/
Election denier who Trump wanted to take over DOJ invokes the 5th in disbarment hearing
nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/election-denier-trump-wanted-take-doj-pleads-5th-disbarment-hearing-rcna145341
Quick Glance: Former DOJ official Jeffrey Clark may face disbarment for aiding Trump
- D.C. Bar attorney recommends professional sanctions for Clark's attempt to overturn election
- Clark accused of repeatedly violating Justice Department ethics in election interference efforts
- Allegations include drafting a letter with false claims regarding election fraud
- Testimony reveals Clark's defiance of DOJ policies and personal meetings with Trump
Sikhs in California vote on independence from India : Sikhs in California will vote in a referendum to push for their own independent state in India
npr.org/2024/03/30/1241808874/sikh-independence-separatists-india-punjab-transnational-california
Former Trump DOJ official Jeffrey Clark fights to save law license as disciplinary trial begins
politico.com/news/2024/03/26/former-trump-doj-official-disciplinary-trial-00149060
Another man who threatened then-Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs sentenced to prison
cnn.com/2024/03/25/politics/arizona-election-threat-hobbs-sentenced/
Quick Glance: Federal Charges for Threatening Election Workers
- The Justice Department reported that approximately 20 individuals have been charged for threatening election officials during the 2020 and 2022 elections, with over half a dozen receiving sentences ranging from one to 3 ½ years.
- Investigators must assess reported threats to determine if they escalate from free speech to actual violent or death threats, considering the reason behind the threat and its impact on the recipient.
- Threats commonly arise during election periods, often fueled by denial of election results, leading to severe consequences for election workers, their families, and colleagues.
- Judge Steven P. Logan emphasized that violent threats pose a significant risk to American institutions and employees, constituting a direct assault on the rule of law.
Taiwan's foreign ministry said it believes US support will remain unchanged no matter who wins the presidential election, but it will stay on guard for ... Show more
Trump Justice official Clark faces ethics hearing over 2020 election role: Jeffrey Clark, a senior official in former U.S. President Donald Trump's ...
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'Collapse of Political Ambition': EU Shelves Nature Restoration Law: "To let this go now means we go into European elections saying the European system is ...
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Justice Department: Crackdown on threats to election officials won’t relent: A federal task force on election threats has brought 20 criminal cases since 2021.
politico.com/news/2024/03/25/justice-department-threats-election-officials-00148934
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