Trump Jr. 'belongs in the slammer' after damning texts show his 'treasonous criminality': experts
2 years, 9 months ago

Trump Jr. 'belongs in the slammer' after damning texts show his 'treasonous criminality': experts

Raw Story  

Donald Trump, Jr. is facing calls for his arrest after CNN published text messages to Mark Meadows showing a scheme to overturn the 2020 presidential election, which was won by Joe Biden. "Two days after the 2020 presidential election, as votes were still being tallied, Donald Trump’s eldest son texted then-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows that “we have operational control” to ensure his father would get a second term, with Republican majorities in the US Senate and swing state legislatures, CNN has learned. In the text, which has not been previously reported, Donald Trump Jr. lays out ideas for keeping his father in power by subverting the Electoral College process, according to the message reviewed by CNN," the network reported. NOW WATCH: Trump Jr texted Meadows that overturning the 2020 election would be ‘very simple’

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Congress is ready to certify Trump’s election win, but his Jan. 6 legacy hangs over the day
3 days, 10 hours ago

Congress is ready to certify Trump’s election win, but his Jan. 6 legacy hangs over the day

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — As Congress convenes amid a winter storm to certify President-elect Donald Trump ‘s election, the legacy of Jan. 6 hangs over the proceedings with an extraordinary fact: The candidate who tried to overturn the previous election won this time, and is legitimately returning to power. “Whether we’re in a blizzard or not, we are going to be in …

Adam Kinzinger Shares Why He Thinks Trump Threatened To Go After Jan. 6 Panel Members
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Adam Kinzinger Shares Why He Thinks Trump Threatened To Go After Jan. 6 Panel Members

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger on Thursday said the findings of the now-defunct House select committee tasked with investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection, “embarrassed” President-elect Donald Trump, prompting his threat of retribution against its members. In an interview with CNN’s “The Source,” Kinzinger, one of the Republicans who sat on the Jan. 6 panel, said that, despite …

After losing the 2020 election, Trump ‘resorted to crimes,’ special counsel alleges in court filing
3 months ago

After losing the 2020 election, Trump ‘resorted to crimes,’ special counsel alleges in court filing

LA Times  

Insurrectionists loyal to President Trump try to breach a police barrier on Jan. 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol. Prosecutors say Trump disregarded those assurances and “dozens of court decisions that unanimously rejected his and his allies’ legal claims.” In one key moment detailed in the filing, prosecutors say a lawyer who represented the former president during his first impeachment …

Prosecutors: Trump ‘resorted to crimes’ after losing 2020 election in failed bid to cling to power
3 months, 1 week ago

Prosecutors: Trump ‘resorted to crimes’ after losing 2020 election in failed bid to cling to power

LA Times  

Former President Trump, campaigning Tuesday in Milwaukee, is not immune to 2020 election charges for private actions, prosecutors argue in a newly unsealed filing. Donald Trump laid the groundwork to try to overturn the 2020 election even before he lost, knowingly pushed false claims of voter fraud, and “resorted to crimes” in his failed bid to cling to power, according …

Trump’s Jan. 6 Case Resumes — Days After He Claimed A Right To ‘Interfere’ In The Election
4 months ago

Trump’s Jan. 6 Case Resumes — Days After He Claimed A Right To ‘Interfere’ In The Election

Huff Post  

An image of a mock gallows on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, is shown as the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol holds a hearing. via Associated Press WASHINGTON ― A federal judge on Thursday is holding her first hearing in Donald Trump’s criminal case for his Jan. 6, …

Trump trial reaches its end game
7 months, 1 week ago

Trump trial reaches its end game

Raw Story  

NEW YORK — The historic trial of Donald Trump enters its final act Tuesday, with closing arguments to the jury who must then decide whether to hand down the first ever criminal conviction of a former U.S. president. Speaking to reporters before and after each day in court, Trump launched regular tirades against Judge Juan Merchan — calling him "corrupt" …

'Frustrated' Trump showing weakness as hush money trial demonstrates he's lost control
8 months, 2 weeks ago

'Frustrated' Trump showing weakness as hush money trial demonstrates he's lost control

Raw Story  

Donald Trump's inability to be out on the campaign trail due to his legal entanglements is not only hurting him in the polls, but also destroying the myth that he is the master of his own fate. Writing, "By the end of the first week of his criminal trial, Donald Trump had never looked more frustrated," Allison wrote that Trump …

Mark Meadows presents threat to 'high-level officials' who aided Trump's insurrection
1 year, 2 months ago

Mark Meadows presents threat to 'high-level officials' who aided Trump's insurrection

Raw Story  

Mark Meadows has reportedly reached an immunity agreement with special counsel Jack Smith in exchange for his testimony. The former White House chief of staff has, according to reports, spoken to Smith's team at least three times, including once before a federal grand jury that indicted Trump in August on four counts related to his efforts to overturn his 2020 …

“Pointing the finger at his boss”: Experts say Meadows’ surprise testimony may blow back on Trump
1 year, 4 months ago

“Pointing the finger at his boss”: Experts say Meadows’ surprise testimony may blow back on Trump

Salon  

Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows this week unexpectedly testified at an evidentiary hearing in Atlanta, Georgia as he seeks to move his charges in Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' probe to federal court. The former White House chief of staff's testimony comes not only as a surprise — given that he has successfully warded off prosecution …

'Meadows could win the battle and still lose the war' in crucial Monday court appearance
1 year, 4 months ago

'Meadows could win the battle and still lose the war' in crucial Monday court appearance

Raw Story  

All eyes will be on a federal courtroom on Monday where U.S. District Judge Steve C. Jones will hear arguments from lawyers representing former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, who is attempting to get his trial on racketeering charges moved from a state court to a federal courtroom where he believes he will stand a better chance of …

18 Trump Allies, Including Mark Meadows, Facing Charges In Georgia Election Case
1 year, 4 months ago

18 Trump Allies, Including Mark Meadows, Facing Charges In Georgia Election Case

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING When Donald Trump was indicted on racketeering charges over his attempt in Georgia to overturn the 2020 presidential election results, he wasn’t alone. Mark Meadows, Donald Trump’s last chief of staff, was charged along with Trump and 17 others on Monday night with allegedly violating Georgia’s anti-racketeering law in connection with Trump’s efforts to get state officials …

Donald Trump’s latest indictment is a test for America
1 year, 5 months ago

Donald Trump’s latest indictment is a test for America

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The Big Lie will be on trial too.” …

‘I need one more indictment’: Trump goes off-the-rails in pre-arraignment rant
1 year, 5 months ago

‘I need one more indictment’: Trump goes off-the-rails in pre-arraignment rant

Raw Story  

Hours ahead of his Thursday afternoon arraignment in Washington, D.C., Donald Trump has been expressing his rage on social media, posting attacks on the Democratic Party, President Joe Biden, and his fellow Republicans – as well as fundraising off his latest indictment. Two minutes past midnight Trump, in a post mischaracterizing the legal basis of his four-felony indictment over his …

Trump promises revenge on ‘Crooked Joe Biden’ for ‘concocted’ criminal charges with 2024 victory
1 year, 5 months ago

Trump promises revenge on ‘Crooked Joe Biden’ for ‘concocted’ criminal charges with 2024 victory

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The former president hit out at “Crooked Joe Biden”, accusing him of telling his …

Trump indictment: What are the charges Trump is facing over 2020 election probe?
1 year, 5 months ago

Trump indictment: What are the charges Trump is facing over 2020 election probe?

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Trump knew he had lost the election …

Trump is arraigned and pleads not guilty to charges he conspired to overturn election
1 year, 5 months ago

Trump is arraigned and pleads not guilty to charges he conspired to overturn election

NPR  

Trump is arraigned and pleads not guilty to charges he conspired to overturn election Enlarge this image toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to four felony charges that he attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. Enlarge this image toggle caption Dana Verkouteren/AP Dana Verkouteren/AP Trump, the …

Donald Trump pleads not guilty at arraignment for 2020 election indictment
1 year, 5 months ago

Donald Trump pleads not guilty at arraignment for 2020 election indictment

Al Jazeera  

Former US President Donald Trump faces four criminal charges over his push to overturn the 2020 US election results. Washington, DC – Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to charges he sought to overturn the 2020 election results in the United States, as the embattled former president made his first court appearance to respond to a new federal indictment against …

7 Key Takeaways From Donald Trump’s Jan. 6 Indictment
1 year, 5 months ago

7 Key Takeaways From Donald Trump’s Jan. 6 Indictment

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former President Donald Trump has been indicted over his attempt to remain in power after he lost the 2020 presidential election, yet another moment of reckoning amid a torrent of criminal charges. The indictment alleges Trump and his co-conspirators made repeated, “prolific” claims of election fraud despite knowing they were false. Prosecutors say that Trump was repeatedly …

Five key takeaways from Trump’s indictment over US election defeat
1 year, 5 months ago

Five key takeaways from Trump’s indictment over US election defeat

Al Jazeera  

Former President Donald Trump has been hit with four federal counts related to his efforts to overturn his 2020 election defeat in the run-up to the United States Capitol riot by his supporters on January 6, 2021. Another wrote in an email: “I’ll obviously hustle to help on all fronts, but it’s tough to own any of this when it’s …

Trump lawyer calls indictment an ‘attack on free speech and political advocacy.’ Follow live updates
1 year, 5 months ago

Trump lawyer calls indictment an ‘attack on free speech and political advocacy.’ Follow live updates

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Follow along for live updates on the Justice Department’s indictment of former President Donald Trump over his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. Here’s where all the investigations stand — Trump also was indicted in June on charges that he illegally hoarded classified documents — Mar-a-Lago’s property manager is the latest Trump staffer ensnared …

Trump charged with 4 felony counts for attempt to overturn the 2020 election
1 year, 5 months ago

Trump charged with 4 felony counts for attempt to overturn the 2020 election

NPR  

Trump charged with 4 felony counts for attempt to overturn the 2020 election Enlarge this image toggle caption Jacquelyn Martin/AP Jacquelyn Martin/AP Former President Donald Trump was indicted Tuesday by a federal grand jury on four counts related to efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, according to court documents. That's when protesters loyal to Trump stormed …

Mark Meadows' election fraud text with his lawyer son scrutinized by the DOJ: report
1 year, 5 months ago

Mark Meadows' election fraud text with his lawyer son scrutinized by the DOJ: report

Raw Story  

A text message about the possibility of 2020 presidential election fraud between former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and his lawyer son has become a key piece in the Department of Justice's investigation into the January 6 insurrection. According to a report from the Washington Post, Meadows' son, attorney Blake Meadows, was in Georgia in 2020 investigating reports …

Donald Trump says he expects to be indicted in Capitol riot probe
1 year, 5 months ago

Donald Trump says he expects to be indicted in Capitol riot probe

Firstpost  

Former US president Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he anticipates being charged with a crime in connection with the attack on the US Capitol on 6 January, which would further worsen his legal problems as he considers running for president again Former US president Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he anticipates being charged with a crime in connection …

Trump vows to ‘go after’ Biden’s family in bitter Truth Social rant before boarding Miami arraignment jet
1 year, 6 months ago

Trump vows to ‘go after’ Biden’s family in bitter Truth Social rant before boarding Miami arraignment jet

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A vengeful Donald Trump swore that he’d get even with …

Trump indictment throws 2024 race into uncharted territory
1 year, 9 months ago

Trump indictment throws 2024 race into uncharted territory

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The historic indictment of former President Donald Trump thrust the 2024 presidential election into uncharted territory, raising the remarkable prospect that the leading contender for the Republican nomination will seek the White House while also facing trial for criminal charges in New York. Ron DeSantis called the move “un-American.” Former Vice President Mike Pence, whose life was …

Jan 6 committee report finds Trump and his allies engaged in 200 acts attempting to overturn election
2 years ago

Jan 6 committee report finds Trump and his allies engaged in 200 acts attempting to overturn election

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “That evidence has led to an overriding and straight forward conclusion: the central cause …

Trump faces up to FORTY YEARS in prison if convicted on all four federal charges
2 years ago

Trump faces up to FORTY YEARS in prison if convicted on all four federal charges

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump faces up to forty years in prison, thousands in fines, and a prohibition on ever running for office again if he's convicted on the four federal charges leveled against him by the January 6th committee on Monday. The nine-members of the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack voted unanimously to refer the former president to …

Biden administration attacks Trump call to terminate Constitution
2 years, 1 month ago

Biden administration attacks Trump call to terminate Constitution

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Joe Biden administration has attacked Donald Trump’s call to …

Trump running for president: Why many believe he's announcing his 2024 campaign now.
2 years, 1 month ago

Trump running for president: Why many believe he's announcing his 2024 campaign now.

Slate  

On Tuesday, former President Donald Trump announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for president in 2024. “If an indictment is brought in D.C., it is axiomatic that Trump’s team would move to change the venue to South Florida,” Moss told me via email in September. “They don’t like letting it sit too long.” Still, how long Trump is able …

DOJ directly probing Trump's actions in plot to overturn 2020 election in criminal investigation: report
2 years, 5 months ago

DOJ directly probing Trump's actions in plot to overturn 2020 election in criminal investigation: report

Raw Story  

On Tuesday, The Washington Postreported that the Justice Department is now focusing in on the actions of former President Donald Trump in the plot to throw out the results of the 2020 presidential election. "Prosecutors who are questioning witnesses before a grand jury — including two top aides to Vice President Mike Pence — have asked in recent days about …

AP sources: Donald Trump Jr. speaks with Jan. 6 committee
2 years, 8 months ago

AP sources: Donald Trump Jr. speaks with Jan. 6 committee

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The oldest son of former President Donald Trump has met with the congressional committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, according to two people familiar with the matter. The interview Tuesday with Donald Trump Jr. comes as the bipartisan House committee moves closer to the former president’s inner circle of family members and political …

AP sources: Donald Trump Jr. speaks with Jan 6 committee
2 years, 8 months ago

AP sources: Donald Trump Jr. speaks with Jan 6 committee

ABP News  

Washington, May 5 : The oldest son of former President Donald Trump has met with the congressional committee investigating the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the US Capitol, according to two people familiar with the matter. The interview Tuesday with Donald Trump Jr. comes as the bipartisan House committee moves closer to the former president's inner circle of family members …

Three key texts show Mark Meadows knowingly participated in Trump's conspiracy to steal the election: columnist
2 years, 8 months ago

Three key texts show Mark Meadows knowingly participated in Trump's conspiracy to steal the election: columnist

Raw Story  

Newly revealed text messages show Mark Meadows stood by at least three times as Donald Trump spread what he knew to be lies about the 2020 election. "We’ve known for a long time, based on audits, investigations, and court reviews, that Donald Trump’s allegations about massive fraud in the 2020 presidential election are false," Saletan wrote. IN OTHER NEWS: Morning …

CNN: Trump Jr. text shows ideas to overturn 2020 election
2 years, 9 months ago

CNN: Trump Jr. text shows ideas to overturn 2020 election

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Donald Trump Jr. texted White House chief of staff Mark …

CNN: Trump Jr. text shows ideas to overturn 2020 election
2 years, 9 months ago

CNN: Trump Jr. text shows ideas to overturn 2020 election

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump Jr. texted White House chief of staff Mark Meadows two days after the 2020 presidential election with strategies for overturning the result if Trump’s father lost, CNN reported Friday. The cable news network reported that Trump Jr.'s text made “specific reference to filing lawsuits and advocating recounts to prevent certain swing states from certifying their results.” …

BUSTED: Trump Jr texted Meadows that overturning the 2020 election would be ‘very simple’
2 years, 9 months ago

BUSTED: Trump Jr texted Meadows that overturning the 2020 election would be ‘very simple’

Raw Story  

The House Select Committee Investigating the Jan. 6 Attack on the U.S. Capitol has obtained text messages from Donald Trump, Jr. to then-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows laying out a plan for his father to stay in office despite losing the 2020 election. "Two days after the 2020 presidential election, as votes were still being tallied, Donald Trump’s …

Mark Meadows conspired with a lawmaker to send bogus Trump electors to Congress
3 years ago

Mark Meadows conspired with a lawmaker to send bogus Trump electors to Congress

Raw Story  

A newly released report shows Mark Meadows was deeply involved in unconstitutional efforts to keep Donald Trump in power. The House select committee issued a contempt report Sunday night alleging that Meadows, then White House chief of staff, sent emails and text messages in November 2020 discussing plans to send "alternate electors" to Congress, and he responded "I love it" …

Supporters' Words May Haunt Trump At Impeachment Trial
3 years, 11 months ago

Supporters' Words May Haunt Trump At Impeachment Trial

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — The words of Donald Trump supporters who are accused of participating in the deadly U.S. Capitol riot may end up being used against him in his Senate impeachment trial as he faces the charge of inciting a violent insurrection. FILE - In this Jan. 6, 2021, file photo supporters of President Donald Trump are confronted …

‘We’re losing, dude, and we’re going to get really hurt’: Trump Jr believes father will be defeated by Biden, report says
4 years, 4 months ago

‘We’re losing, dude, and we’re going to get really hurt’: Trump Jr believes father will be defeated by Biden, report says

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Trump Jr’s concerns were leaked to The …

Trump Now Says Adam Schiff Should Be Arrested For Treason
5 years, 3 months ago

Trump Now Says Adam Schiff Should Be Arrested For Treason

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING For the second time in two days, President Donald Trump on Monday falsely accused a Democratic member of Congress of treason, escalating his attacks on those leading an impeachment inquiry into his apparent attempt to ask a foreign government to intervene in the U.S. election. Trump suggested in a tweet Monday that House Intelligence Committee Chair Adam …

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