Tuesday's Mini-Report, 1.19.21
Today's edition of quick hits.
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On his way out, Pompeo denounces multiculturalism in the U.S.
On his last day in the cabinet, Mike Pompeo thought it'd be a good idea to denounce "multiculturalism," saying it's not part of "who America is."
McConnell: Capitol rioters were 'provoked' by Trump, 'fed lies'
Were it not for Trump's ridiculous lie, there wouldn't have been an attack on the Capitol. The more Republicans acknowledge this, the better.
Why it matters that Trump's pollution plan just got upended in court
The ACE Rule was the centerpiece of Trump's climate, energy and deregulatory agenda. And as of this morning, it's dead.
Tuesday's Campaign Round-Up, 1.19.21
Today's installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
As Dems prepare to govern, bolstering democracy is a top priority
As a political matter, it's heartening to see the incoming Democratic majority make strengthening our democracy such a priority.
Joe Biden to take office with an empty cabinet
As one political scientist put it, "I can't think of a worse time to have our executive branch so understaffed."
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Monday's Campaign Round-Up, 1.18.21
Today's installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
As the NRA relocates, it also seeks bankruptcy protection
The NRA isn't just leaving New York for Texas, it's also seeking bankruptcy protection. But the closer one looks, the murkier the story appears.
After election antics in Georgia, Trump faces possible criminal probe
Trump was already facing a long list of possible criminal investigations. Now, evidently, we can add his post-election efforts in Georgia to the mix.
As Trump's deadline nears, monied interests seek access for pardons
Since Trump has corrupted the pardon process, monied interests in need of clemency are lining up to buy access and influence before Wednesday afternoon.
Why did Team Trump vow to release non-existent vaccine supplies?
Administration officials announced they'd make all of their coronavirus vaccine supply available immediately. The trouble is, the reserves didn't exist.
Capitol Police examining whether lawmakers assisted rioters
With all the focus on Trump's possible criminal liability for the riot, it's worth noting he may not be the only politician with something to worry about.
Why Mike Pence's (long overdue) call to Kamala Harris matters
I'm glad Pence is being more responsible than Trump, but that's clearing the lowest of low bars.
Why the disagreement between Reps. Boebert and Maloney matters
I've long been fascinated by instances of political figures denying allegations that were never specifically directed at them.
Friday's Campaign Round-Up, 1.15.21
Today's installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
The words Trump's most radical followers should (but won't) hear
So long as he refuses to concede the race and acknowledge the legitimacy of Biden's victory, Trump's most radical followers won't stand down.
GOP leaders could give extremist members the Steve King treatment
Exactly two years ago today, GOP leaders stripped Steve King of his committee assignments. There's no reason they couldn't take similar steps now.
Josh Hawley tries (and fails) to defend his anti-election efforts
Josh Hawley seems eager to mount some kind of defense of his anti-election efforts. It's really not going well.
Unemployment claims spike, reach highest point since August
The more the nation struggles with an intensifying coronavirus pandemic, the greater the toll it takes on the economy.
House conservatives want to oust Liz Cheney from GOP leadership
Some Republicans want to hold Liz Cheney accountable, but not Trump, and he's the one who incited a deadly insurrectionist attack on the U.S. Capitol.
As Trump's impeachment heads to the Senate, what happens now?
As Trump's impeachment heads to the Senate, what happens now? You've got questions; we've got answers.