Podcast Summary
Senate Passes $95 Billion National Security Package, Amid Criticism and Ongoing Investigations: The Senate approved a large-scale national security bill, but GOP critics argued against it due to border concerns, while a former business partner testified in an impeachment inquiry about Biden's role in his son's foreign deals
The Senate passed a $95 billion national security package to aid Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with bipartisan support. However, some Republicans criticized the move for prioritizing foreign policy over domestic issues, particularly the southern border. Meanwhile, a former business partner of President Biden's son, Hunter, testified before the House Judiciary Committee, accusing Joe Biden of enabling Hunter's sale of access to US adversaries like China and Russia. This testimony is part of the ongoing impeachment inquiry. The contrasting priorities and ongoing investigations highlight the political tensions and complexities of US foreign and domestic policies.
Trump's Legal Team Asks Supreme Court to Delay January 6th Trial: Trump's team requests Supreme Court to delay his trial, while he endorses North Carolina GOP chair and recommends his daughter-in-law for co-chair. House Republicans vote to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas, but outcome is uncertain. The Supreme Court seeks special counsel's response to Trump's immunity case by Feb 20th.
Former President Donald Trump's legal team is asking the Supreme Court to delay his trial regarding charges related to January 6th, arguing that the election is coming up and the appellate process should be allowed to play out. Meanwhile, Trump has endorsed Michael Watley, the North Carolina GOP chair, and recommended his daughter-in-law, Laura Trump, to be co-chair. House Republicans are once again voting to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, but the outcome is uncertain due to defeating votes or absences. In other news, the first funeral for one of the army reserve soldiers killed in a drone strike in Jordan was held, and Joe Biden continues to face allegations of influence peddling and putting the US at risk. The Supreme Court has asked for the special counsel's response to Trump's immunity case by February 20th.
Mourning the Loss of Three Soldiers and a Nor'easter Storm: Over 100 people mourned the passing of SSG William Jerome Rivers, funeral arrangements were made for two other soldiers, and over 1,000 flights were canceled due to a nor'easter storm. The Super Bowl 58 broke records with over 202 million viewers.
The passing of Staff Sergeant William Jerome Rivers was mourned by over 100 people in Atlanta, including his family, military officers, and Georgia governor Brian Kemp. Sergeant Rivers was remembered for his leadership, kindness, and professionalism, leaving behind a legacy of love. Meanwhile, funeral arrangements are being made for two other soldiers, Kennedy Sanders and Breonna Moffett. Over 1,000 flights were canceled due to a powerful nor'easter storm, heavily impacting Pennsylvania, central and northern New Jersey, and Southern New England. The Super Bowl 58 broke records for most-watched telecasts, with over 202 million people tuning in.
