Multiple Obstacles Standing Between Donald Trump and His Reelection Dreams
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Multiple Obstacles Standing Between Donald Trump and His Reelection Dreams
Multiple Obstacles Standing , Between Donald Trump , and His Reelection Dreams.
'Newsweek' reports that Donald Trump
is expected to confirm his 2024 reelection plans
in a "special announcement" on November 15.
Trump has been hinting at
the reelection plan since leaving
office nearly two years ago.
.
'Newsweek' reports that there are still a number
of obstacles standing in the way of
the former president's reelection dreams.
Ongoing Investigations, Trump is currently facing a special grand jury investigation
in Georgia, a Trump Organization criminal tax fraud trial
and a criminal investigation into the events of January 6.
Ongoing Investigations, Trump is currently facing a special grand jury investigation
in Georgia, a Trump Organization criminal tax fraud trial
and a criminal investigation into the events of January 6.
Ron DeSantis, After many Trump-endorsed candidates lost midterm
races across the country, some outlets have stated
that the Florida Governor may lead the GOP in 2024.
Dwindling Pulling Power, The lackluster midterm results have lead
to questions as to whether Trump still
has what it takes to win a popular vote.
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He has lost the popular vote twice already,
he is likely to do so again, especially
if the Democrats are able to keep up
the momentum on issues like abortion.
, Matt Qvortrup, Professor of political science and international
relations at Coventry University, via Newsweek.
Unrest in the GOP, Fox reports that many moderate Republicans blame Trump
for the GOP's disappointing midterm results, failing
to gain control of either the House or the Senate.
By announcing early, Trump is attempting
to reestablish his influence and potentially
clear the field of competitors, Joshua Scacco, Associate professor and associate chair
of the Department of Communication at
the University of South Florida, via Newsweek
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Americans Want the FBI, to Search All of Biden's Properties, Poll Suggests.
'Newsweek' reports that a recent poll shows that
a majority of Americans want all of Joe Biden's properties
to be searched by the FBI for classified documents.
On February 1, the FBI searched Biden's
Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, vacation home
and found no classified papers. .
The latest search comes after classified documents
were discovered in the president's former
office and his home in Greenville, Delaware.
The latest search comes after classified documents
were discovered in the president's former
office and his home in Greenville, Delaware.
The 'Newsweek' poll was
conducted between January 28 and 29
among 1,500 eligible U.S. voters.
According to the poll, 65% of
participants think "all of Joe Biden's
properties" should be officially searched. .
The survey also found that 43% of those
polled believe Biden or his staff "probably
deliberately kept those classified documents.".
On the same question, 34% of those polled
said they thought it had been a mistake,
and another 23% said they were unsure.
52% of those polled said they believe that Trump or his
staff also "probably deliberately kept those classified
documents" found on August 8 at his Florida resort.
Another 27% of polled voters said they
think that Trump was likely in possession
of the documents by mistake.
Meanwhile, 64% of people polled by 'Newsweek' said they
think that the FBI should search all of Trump's properties
for additional documents, with only 11% disagreeing.
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Trump Sues Bob Woodward , for Using Recordings of , Presidential Interviews.
Trump Sues Bob Woodward , for Using Recordings of , Presidential Interviews.
Attorneys for former President Donald Trump filed the suit against the iconic journalist on Jan. 30.
At issue is the Oct. release of Woodward's book, 'The Trump Tapes: Bob Woodward's Twenty Interviews with President Donald Trump.".
Trump claims that while
he did authorize the use
of the interviews for
Woodward's book 'Rage,'.
... the use of the interviews in audiobook form equates
to a broken promise on the part of the journalist.
President Trump told
Woodward numerous times
that the Interviews were to be used by Woodwardâand
Woodward onlyâ, Court Documents Filed by Trump's Attorneys,
via NBC News.
... for the sole purpose of accurately quoting President Trump for the 'written word,'
i.e., 'Rage,' and not for any
other purpose, Court Documents Filed by Trump's Attorneys,
via NBC News.
... including providing, marketing, or selling the Interviews to the public,
press, or the media, in any
way, shape, or form, Court Documents Filed by Trump's Attorneys,
via NBC News.
Woodward decided to exploit, usurp, and capitalize upon President Trumpâs voice by releasing the Interview Sound Recordings of their interviews with President Trump in the form of an audiobook, Court Documents Filed by Trump's Attorneys,
via NBC News.
Woodward's lawyers responded to the suit, promising an aggressive legal defense.
Former President Trumpâs lawsuit is without merit
and we will aggressively
defend against it. , Statement Released by Woodward and Publisher, via NBC News.
All these interviews were on the record and recorded with President Trumpâs knowledge and agreement. , Statement Released by Woodward and Publisher, via NBC News.
Moreover, it is in the public interest to have this historical record in Trumpâs own words. We are confident that the facts and the law are in our favor, Statement Released by Woodward and Publisher, via NBC News.
Trump stated on Jan. 30 that the audiobook âwas an open and blatant attempt to make me look as bad as possible.â
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At Least 9 Dead , After Tornadoes Tear , Through the Southeast .
On January 12, at least nine people were killed
as over a dozen tornadoes ripped through
the Southeastern United States.
NBC reports that the death toll
is expected to rise as search and rescue
operations are now under way.
According to Emergency Management Agency
Director Ernie Baggett, seven of the deaths
were reported in Autauga County, Alabama.
On January 13, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced
that two people were killed, including a five-year-old
boy, after "multiple tornadoes" ravaged the state.
On January 13, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced
that two people were killed, including a five-year-old
boy, after "multiple tornadoes" ravaged the state.
The storm moved all across
our state unfortunately, itâs been
a tragic night and morning in our state, Brian Kemp, Georgia Governor, via NBC.
Itâs a very dangerous environment,
certainly last night and still is today, Brian Kemp, Georgia Governor, via NBC.
Officials fear the death toll from the storms
will rise as search and rescue efforts
continue across the Southeast.
We're starting our search back up
again this morning to make sure
that we have everyone accounted for, Ernie Baggett, Emergency Management
Agency Director, via NBC.
We have about, we're thinking right now,
about 40 homes that have either been
completely destroyed or have been
damaged to a point where no one
can stay in them anymore, Ernie Baggett, Emergency Management
Agency Director, via NBC.
NBC reports that multiple Georgia departments,
including the state's Emergency Management Agency,
are responding to and assessing the extensive damage.
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Former US President Donald Trumpâs company was fined around âŹ1.5 million on Friday for a scheme in which the former presidentâs top executives dodged personal income taxes on lavish job perks.
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Trump Organization Sentenced , to Pay $1.61 Million for Tax Fraud.
NPR reports that on Jan. 13, the Manhattan
criminal court ordered two of Trump's companies
to pay the combined amount for tax fraud.
Payment is due within 14 days of sentencing.
This conviction was consequential, the first time ever for a criminal conviction of former President Trump's companies, Alvin Bragg, Manhattan District Attorney, via statement.
However, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg
thinks the organization's fine, which is the most allowed
per state sentencing guidelines, isn't enough.
Our laws in this state need to change in order to capture this type of decade-plus systemic
and egregious fraud, Alvin Bragg, Manhattan District Attorney, via statement.
Trump Organization spokesperson
Kimberly Benza said the
company intends to appeal.
New York has become the crime and murder capital of the world, , Kimberly Benza, Trump Organization spokesperson, via statement.
... yet these politically motivated prosecutors will stop at nothing to get President Trump and continue the never ending witch-hunt which began the day he announced his presidency, Kimberly Benza, Trump Organization spokesperson, via statement.
The Trump Organization's longtime CFO,
Allen Weisselberg, was sentenced to five months in prison earlier this week for his role in the tax fraud scheme.
Benza previously referred to Weisselberg
as a "victim" of the ordeal.
Allen Weisselberg is a victim. He was threatened, intimidated and terrorized. , Kimberly Benza, Trump Organization spokesperson, via statement.
He was given a choice of pleading guilty and serving 90 days in prison or serving the rest of his life in jail â all of this over a corporate car and standard employee benefits, Kimberly Benza, Trump Organization spokesperson, via statement
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Congressional Leaders , Expecting Top-Level Briefing , on Chinese Spy Balloon.
Fox News reports that leaders in Congress are expected
to receive a top-level briefing on the intelligence
gathered by a suspected Chinese spy balloon. .
Fox News reports that leaders in Congress are expected
to receive a top-level briefing on the intelligence
gathered by a suspected Chinese spy balloon. .
The briefing will also include President Biden's decision
to shoot down the suspected spy balloon, which was said
to be carrying sensors and surveillance equipment.
The briefing is expected to include the Gang of Eight,
which includes the ranking members of the House and Senate
intelligence committees and party leaders from both chambers. .
The briefing is expected to include the Gang of Eight,
which includes the ranking members of the House and Senate
intelligence committees and party leaders from both chambers. .
Fox News reports that Republicans have called
for a closer look at Biden's decision-making regarding
the balloon, which traveled across the entire U.S.
before being shot down.
Fox News reports that Republicans have called
for a closer look at Biden's decision-making regarding
the balloon, which traveled across the entire U.S.
before being shot down.
Meanwhile, Democrats have praised Biden's handling
of the incident, arguing that waiting to shoot down
the craft over water was done with safety in mind.
According to the Biden administration,
the U.S. gained a significant amount of intelligence
on the craft by allowing it to cross the continent.
Fox News reports that complaints by the GOP
largely revolve around the Biden administration's
delay in notifying the public regarding the issue.
The Biden administration reportedly
learned of the CCP spy balloon on
January 28th â nearly a week before
residents in Montana spotted
the balloon loitering over their state, Mike Rogers, R-Ala, House Armed Services
Committee Chairman, via Fox News.
Itâs clear the Biden administration
had hoped to hide this national
security failure from Congress
and the American people, Mike Rogers, R-Ala, House Armed Services
Committee Chairman, via Fox News
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Democratic Party Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has been voted out of the powerful foreign affairs committee by the Republican-majority House of Representatives. The move was quickly condemned by the White House. US House of Representatives Republicans ousted Omar from the high-profile committee over remarks widely condemned as anti-semitic, two years after Democrats removed two Republicans from committee assignments.
#IlhanOmar #US #HouseOfRepresentatives
House Votes Ilhan Omar , off Foreign Affairs Committee.
Fox News reports that the House voted 218-211
to remove Omar from the committee on Jan. 2.
Republicans had previously vowed to go through with the removal because of alleged antisemitic and anti-American comments Omar had previously made.
Representative Omar, by her own words,
has disqualified herself from serving on the Committee on Foreign Affairs, a panel that
is viewed by nations around the world as speaking for Congress on matters of international importance and national security, Foreign Affairs Committee, via four-page resolution.
Fox News reports that Democrats and Omar accused
the GOP of racism and hypocrisy, claiming they are only targeting "Democrats for questionable behavior.".
I am Muslim, I am an immigrant, and interestingly, from Africa. Is anyone surprised that I am being targeted? , Rep. Ilhan Omar, via statement.
Is anyone surprised that I am somehow deemed unworthy to speak about American foreign policy, or that they see me as a powerful voice that needs to be silenced?, Rep. Ilhan Omar, via statement.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defended Omar
and dismissed Republican claims of consistency regarding the representative's dismissal.
Consistency? There is nothing consistent with the Republican Partyâs continued attack, except for the racism and incitement of violence against women of color in this body. , Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, via statement.
This is about targeting women of color in the United States of America, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, via statement.
Rep. Gregory Meeks also came to Omar's defense.
Why is this member being targeted today? Could it be the way
that she looks? Could it be
her religious practices? , Rep. Gregory Meeks, via statement.
Because itâs clear if she were on
the other side of the aisle, we would
not be having this debate today, Rep. Gregory Meeks, via statement
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Governor Ron DeSantis , Blocks African American History, AP Course in Florida.
ABC News reports that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis'
administration has rejected a high school Advanced
Placement African American history course.
The Florida Department of Education said the course is , "inexplicably contrary to Florida law and
significantly lacks educational value.".
If the course comes into compliance and
incorporates historically accurate content,
the department will reopen the discussion, Florida DOE official, via ABC.
ABC News reports that the course is currently being taught
in pilot programs across the country with plans to make
it available to any high school that wants it by 2024.
ABC News reports that DeSantis' decision
signifies his latest effort to combat
"woke"-ness in education.
We seek normalcy, not philosophical
lunacy, we will not allow reality, facts
and truth to become optional. We will
never surrender to the woke mob.
Florida is where woke goes to die, Ron DeSantis, via ABC.
DeSantis' administration has pushed the
"Stop WOKE" Act, which aims to restrict race-related content in workplaces, schools and colleges.
DeSantis' administration has pushed the
"Stop WOKE" Act, which aims to restrict race-related content in workplaces, schools and colleges.
ABC News reports that law has been
temporarily blocked and is
currently facing legal opposition.
DeSantis' administration is also responsible for the Parental Rights in Education Law aimed at restricting content on sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms.
DeSantis' administration is also responsible for the Parental Rights in Education Law aimed at restricting content on sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms
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DeSantis Proposes Statewide Ban , on COVID-19 Pandemic Mitigation Measures.
On January 17, Florida Governor
Ron DeSantis proposed a policy which would
ban many pandemic mitigation efforts. .
CNN reports that the proposed ban
would include mask mandates and
vaccine requirements in the state. .
When the world lost its mind, Florida was
a refuge of sanity, serving strongly as
freedomâs linchpin. These measures will
ensure Florida remains this way and will
provide landmark protections for
free speech for medical practitioners, Ron DeSantis, via CNN.
The proposal would prohibit vaccine passports and ban schools from imposing vaccine or mask mandates, businesses from requiring masks and employers from mandating vaccines.
The proposal would prohibit vaccine passports and ban schools from imposing vaccine or mask mandates, businesses from requiring masks and employers from mandating vaccines.
CNN reports that DeSantis has
emerged as an outspoken critic of
many pandemic mitigation measures.
In December, the Florida governor urged
the Supreme Court to open an investigation into , "any and all wrongdoing in Florida
with respect to COVID-19 vaccines.".
In December, the Florida governor urged
the Supreme Court to open an investigation into , "any and all wrongdoing in Florida
with respect to COVID-19 vaccines.".
DeSantis requested a grand jury investigation into
a number of entities associated with developing,
distributing and promoting vaccines.
DeSantis requested a grand jury investigation into
a number of entities associated with developing,
distributing and promoting vaccines.
The investigation would reportedly include
pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical
associations and their executive officers.
In 2021, DeSantis signed legislation that imposed fines
on businesses and hospitals for requiring vaccination
without exemptions or alternative courses of action
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GOP Support for Trump 2024 Presidential Run , Is Declining, Poll Shows.
According to the
'USA Today'/Suffolk University survey, .
61% of Republicans would prefer
someone other than former President
Donald Trump to run for office in 2024.
More specifically,
they want Gov. Ron DeSantis.
According to the poll, a head-to-head primary matchup shows DeSantis leading Trump 56% to 33%.
Republicans and conservative independents increasingly want Trumpism without Trump, David Paleologos, director of the Suffolk University
Political Research Centerâ, to 'USA Today'.
Among Republicans, Trump's favorability rating
fell from 75% in October to 64% in December.
The poll also found that if Trump were to go head
to head with President Biden, he'd lag by 7%.
DeSantis, on the other hand, tops Biden by 4% in the hypothetical matchup.
DeSantis has not yet announced any intention of running for the nation's highest office
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On Sunday, supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro vandalised government buildings. Many of the protesters said they wanted the Brazilian army to bring back the far-right Bolsonaro to power and oust the newly elected leftist President, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
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On Friday, San Francisco authorities released video footage of former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul Pelosi, being attacked by an intruder's hammer as police rushed into their home to stop the attack. The attacker was identified as 42-year-old David DePape.
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Newly released video shows the husband of former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi being attacked with a hammer by an intruder.
Mr Pelosi, 82, was attacked by David DaPape in his house in San Francisco last year.
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Donald Trump Pushes , for His Social Media Accounts , to Be Reinstated.
NBC reports that Donald Trump is looking to regain
control of his social media accounts as he
mounts his comeback bid for the White House.
Trump has formally petitioned Facebook's parent
company to unblock his account which has been
blocked for two years since the U.S. Capitol riot.
Trump has formally petitioned Facebook's parent
company to unblock his account which has been
blocked for two years since the U.S. Capitol riot.
We believe that the ban on President Trumpâs
account on Facebook has dramatically
distorted and inhibited the public discourse, Trump campaign letter to Meta, via NBC.
NBC reports that Trump's campaign has petitioned
Meta for a âmeeting to discuss President Trumpâs
prompt reinstatement to the platform.â.
A spokesperson for Meta reportedly said that the
company âwill announce a decision in the coming
weeks in line with the process we laid out.â.
Facebook's initial ban of the former
president came under review
starting on January 7 of this year.
On November 19, Twitter owner Elon Musk reinstated
Trump's account while criticizing the platform's
previous leadership for enacting the permanent ban.
On November 19, Twitter owner Elon Musk reinstated
Trump's account while criticizing the platform's
previous leadership for enacting the permanent ban.
Last month, Democrats in
the U.S. House urged Facebook to
extend Trump's ban on the platform. .
Trump has continued to post harmful
election content on Truth Social that would
likely violate Facebookâs policies, and we
have every reason to believe he would
bring similar conspiratorial rhetoric
back to Facebook, if given the chance, Adam Schiff, California House Democrat, via NBC.
NBC reports that Facebook played a crucial role
in Trump's successful 2016 campaign, which helped him
raise money and out-message his opponent, Hillary Clinton. .
NBC reports that Facebook played a crucial role
in Trump's successful 2016 campaign, which helped him
raise money and out-message his opponent, Hillary Clinton.
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Adam Schiff Announces, 2024 Senate Run.
NPR reports that the California congressman made the announcement on Jan. 26 via a Twitter video.
The Senate seat is currently held by
Democrat Dianne Feinstein, 89.
NPR reports that Feinstein has not clarified whether she will retire or run again next year, saying she'll decide "in a couple months.".
I think it's all fine. I think people should, if they want to run, run. For me, I just need a little bit more time, Dianne Feinstein, via NPR.
Schiff gained national attention as
House Intelligence Committee chairman amid former President Trump's first impeachment.
Schiff gained national attention as
House Intelligence Committee chairman amid former President Trump's first impeachment.
Schiff called his role in the impeachment
"the biggest job of [his] life.".
I wish I could say the threat of extremism is over. It is not. Today's Republican Party is gutting the middle class and threatening our democracy. They aren't going to stop. We have to stop them, Rep. Adam Schiff, via NPR.
Schiff was also on the Jan. 6 panel that investigated the attacks on the U.S. Capitol. .
NPR reports that Rep. Katie Porter has also announced her bid for the Senate seat.
Reps. Ro Khanna and Barbara Lee may
throw their hats into the ring as well. .
Reps. Ro Khanna and Barbara Lee may
throw their hats into the ring as well.
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Mitch McConnell Becomes , Longest-Serving Senate Leader.
Politico reports that on Jan. 3, McConnell broke
Sen. Mike Mansfield's 16-year record as a Senate leader.
Politico reports that on Jan. 3, McConnell broke
Sen. Mike Mansfield's 16-year record as a Senate leader.
McConnell paid tribute to Mansfield in his floor remarks commencing the new Congress.
This scholarly Montanan was not an exciting idealist who transformed our national discourse, nor a policy entrepreneur who brought to the leaderâs role his own sweeping wish list of federal programs, Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, via Politico.
Mansfield made a huge impact through a different road: by viewing the role of leader as serving others, Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, via Politico.
He knew when to go to battle, and when to coordinate with his counterpart Everett Dirksen. In short, he knew how to work the Senate, Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, via Politico.
Politico reports that Sen. John Cornyn said McConnell's achievement isn't surprising. .
If youâve read [McConnellâs] book, âThe Long Game,â this is something heâs wanted to do his whole life. , Sen. John Cornyn, via Politico.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer also took the time to congratulate the 80-year-old senator while looking to the future.
We have a lot of work ahead of us, so I hope we can find some ways to come together and not succumb to gridlock. For the good of this chamber and for the good of our country, Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, via Politico
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Senate Passes Massive, Spending Bill, Avoids Shutdown.
On December 22, the Senate voted 68-29 to
pass a $1.7 trillion spending bill to finance
federal agencies through September.
'The Independent' reports that the bill will
also provide about $45 billion in economic
and military assistance for Ukraine.
Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that
the Senate had reached an agreement to weigh
15 amendments before taking a final vote on the package.
The massive bill includes approximately
$772.5 billion for non-defense programs
and $858 billion for defense programs. .
On December 21, lawmakers heard from
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
on the importance of continuing U.S. aid. .
On December 21, lawmakers heard from
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
on the importance of continuing U.S. aid. .
'The Independent' reports that Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell endorsed the bill based on the 10% boost it promises in defense spending.
According to McConnell, the legislation
will give U.S. Armed Forces the funding
necessary to ensure national security.
'The Independent' reports that while the bill
faced some Republican opposition, it managed
to reach the 60-vote threshold needed to pass.
Meanwhile, Democrats
are touting the bill
as a domestic win. .
Kids, parents, veterans, nurses,
workers: These are just a few of
the beneficiaries of our bipartisan
funding package, so there is every
reason in the world for the Senate
to finish its work as soon as possible, Chuck Schumer, Democratic Majority Leader, via 'The Independent'
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