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#liz-cheney

Liz Cheney Campaigns With Harris at Republican Party Birthplace

Liz Cheney and Kamala Harris campaigned together, focusing on opposing Donald Trump's threat to democracy and promoting a united vision for the future.

CNN Anchor Calls BS On Trump Over Dead-Of-Night Threat To J6 Probe Leader Liz Cheney In Damning Commentary

Trump's late-night threat against Liz Cheney highlights ongoing tensions over her role in the January 6 investigation during his transition to presidency.

House Republicans Call for Liz Cheney to Be Investigated Over Jan. 6 Committee Role

House Republicans seek criminal investigation of Liz Cheney for alleged witness tampering in the Jan. 6 inquiry.

Cheney singled out for retribution in House Republicans' Jan. 6 report

House Republicans are calling for a criminal investigation into Liz Cheney's actions during the Jan. 6 committee's proceedings.

Liz Cheney Hits Back at Rep. Loudermilk's Call for Criminal Investigation in Fiery Statement: A Malicious and Cowardly Assault on the Truth'

Cheney warns conservatives may need to create a new party due to the GOP's corruption under Trump.

A Possible Liz Cheney Investigation and the Matt Gaetz Report

Rep. Loudermilk's report recommends an FBI investigation into Liz Cheney for allegedly tampering with a witness and violating perjury laws.

Liz Cheney Campaigns With Harris at Republican Party Birthplace

Liz Cheney and Kamala Harris campaigned together, focusing on opposing Donald Trump's threat to democracy and promoting a united vision for the future.

CNN Anchor Calls BS On Trump Over Dead-Of-Night Threat To J6 Probe Leader Liz Cheney In Damning Commentary

Trump's late-night threat against Liz Cheney highlights ongoing tensions over her role in the January 6 investigation during his transition to presidency.

House Republicans Call for Liz Cheney to Be Investigated Over Jan. 6 Committee Role

House Republicans seek criminal investigation of Liz Cheney for alleged witness tampering in the Jan. 6 inquiry.

Cheney singled out for retribution in House Republicans' Jan. 6 report

House Republicans are calling for a criminal investigation into Liz Cheney's actions during the Jan. 6 committee's proceedings.

Liz Cheney Hits Back at Rep. Loudermilk's Call for Criminal Investigation in Fiery Statement: A Malicious and Cowardly Assault on the Truth'

Cheney warns conservatives may need to create a new party due to the GOP's corruption under Trump.

A Possible Liz Cheney Investigation and the Matt Gaetz Report

Rep. Loudermilk's report recommends an FBI investigation into Liz Cheney for allegedly tampering with a witness and violating perjury laws.
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#capitol-riot

The FBI should have done more to collect intelligence before the Capitol riot, watchdog finds

The FBI failed to collect essential intelligence prior to the January 6 Capitol riot.

Jan. 6 Defendants Are Already Angling for Pardons From Trump

President-elect Trump's potential pardons for January 6 defendants could diminish accountability for the Capitol attack and impact ongoing legal proceedings.

Four Takeaways From Jack Smith's Brief in the Trump Election Case

A special counsel's brief lays out evidence against Trump for his actions relating to the January 6 Capitol attack.

Man Convicted of Plotting to Kill Agents Who Investigated His Role in Jan. 6

Edward Kelley, a Capitol rioter, was convicted of plotting to kill F.B.I. agents after previously being convicted for his role in the January 6 attack.

Police Officer Fires Back at Trump's Jan. 6 Remark With Video of Him Getting Violently Beaten By Trump Supporters

Donald Trump's portrayal of January 6 as a 'day of love' clashes sharply with the violent reality experienced by law enforcement.
Staff Sergeant Aquilino Gonell's sarcastic take on Trump's narrative highlights the disconnect between political rhetoric and actual events of January 6.

As Jan. 6 Criminal Cases Against Trump Fizzle, Civil Cases Plod Ahead

Civil lawsuits against Trump are the only ongoing attempts to hold him accountable for the January 6 Capitol attack.

The FBI should have done more to collect intelligence before the Capitol riot, watchdog finds

The FBI failed to collect essential intelligence prior to the January 6 Capitol riot.

Jan. 6 Defendants Are Already Angling for Pardons From Trump

President-elect Trump's potential pardons for January 6 defendants could diminish accountability for the Capitol attack and impact ongoing legal proceedings.

Four Takeaways From Jack Smith's Brief in the Trump Election Case

A special counsel's brief lays out evidence against Trump for his actions relating to the January 6 Capitol attack.

Man Convicted of Plotting to Kill Agents Who Investigated His Role in Jan. 6

Edward Kelley, a Capitol rioter, was convicted of plotting to kill F.B.I. agents after previously being convicted for his role in the January 6 attack.

Police Officer Fires Back at Trump's Jan. 6 Remark With Video of Him Getting Violently Beaten By Trump Supporters

Donald Trump's portrayal of January 6 as a 'day of love' clashes sharply with the violent reality experienced by law enforcement.
Staff Sergeant Aquilino Gonell's sarcastic take on Trump's narrative highlights the disconnect between political rhetoric and actual events of January 6.

As Jan. 6 Criminal Cases Against Trump Fizzle, Civil Cases Plod Ahead

Civil lawsuits against Trump are the only ongoing attempts to hold him accountable for the January 6 Capitol attack.
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#fbi

US watchdog cites FBI missteps but avoids blame in report on January 6 riot

The FBI was effective but could have improved intelligence gathering before the January 6 attack.

If an Informant Narcs on a Riot But No FBI Agent Asks about It, Did It Really Happen? - emptywheel

The FBI failed to canvass field offices for intelligence on January 6, which was a crucial oversight in preventing the attack.

As Head of the FBI, Kash Patel Could Offer January 6 Rioters Retribution Against Their Enemies

Trump's nomination of Patel signals a retaliatory stance against the FBI and the judiciary involved in prosecuting January 6 rioters.

US watchdog cites FBI missteps but avoids blame in report on January 6 riot

The FBI was effective but could have improved intelligence gathering before the January 6 attack.

If an Informant Narcs on a Riot But No FBI Agent Asks about It, Did It Really Happen? - emptywheel

The FBI failed to canvass field offices for intelligence on January 6, which was a crucial oversight in preventing the attack.

As Head of the FBI, Kash Patel Could Offer January 6 Rioters Retribution Against Their Enemies

Trump's nomination of Patel signals a retaliatory stance against the FBI and the judiciary involved in prosecuting January 6 rioters.
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#trump-presidency

Trump reportedly promises January 6 pardons in the first hour' of his presidency or sooner US politics live

Trump plans to pardon January 6 rioters on his first day in office and intensify immigration enforcement actions.

NEW POLL: Most Oppose Trump J6 Pardons Women In Combat Ban

Many Americans oppose key Trump promises despite his election win.
Overwhelming resistance exists toward pardoning January 6 rioters and banning women from combat efforts.

Trump reportedly promises January 6 pardons in the first hour' of his presidency or sooner US politics live

Trump plans to pardon January 6 rioters on his first day in office and intensify immigration enforcement actions.

NEW POLL: Most Oppose Trump J6 Pardons Women In Combat Ban

Many Americans oppose key Trump promises despite his election win.
Overwhelming resistance exists toward pardoning January 6 rioters and banning women from combat efforts.
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#trump

Trump's Pardons Could Foster National Unity

The prosecution of January 6 protestors contrasts sharply with leniency shown to 2020 rioters, fueling divisions in American public opinion.

New filing accuses former President Trump of 'resorting to crimes' to keep power after 2020 election

Trump's actions post-2020 election were characterized as criminal efforts to overturn election results.
The indictment indicates Trump's awareness and manipulation of a volatile crowd.

Opinion | Trump, Vance and the Jan. 6 Case

Candidates who cannot affirm Trump lost the 2020 election show a disconnect from reality and are unfit for office.

Miscarriage of Justice!' Trump Uses Biden's Words to Trash Pardon of Son Hunter as Abuse' And Asks Does It Include J-6 Hostages?'

Donald Trump condemned Biden's pardon for Hunter Biden as a miscarriage of justice, raising questions about its implications for January 6 defendants.

Capitol riot defendants are asking judges to halt their cases, saying Trump promised them pardons

January 6 defendants are filing motions to delay hearings in hopes of pardons from President Trump, but legal experts doubt these will be granted.

Judge Chutkan Ruled That Trump Could 'Share Responsibility' With Jan. 6 Rioters

Judge Chutkan's ruling complicates legal arguments for the former president regarding accountability for January 6 events.

Trump's Pardons Could Foster National Unity

The prosecution of January 6 protestors contrasts sharply with leniency shown to 2020 rioters, fueling divisions in American public opinion.

New filing accuses former President Trump of 'resorting to crimes' to keep power after 2020 election

Trump's actions post-2020 election were characterized as criminal efforts to overturn election results.
The indictment indicates Trump's awareness and manipulation of a volatile crowd.

Opinion | Trump, Vance and the Jan. 6 Case

Candidates who cannot affirm Trump lost the 2020 election show a disconnect from reality and are unfit for office.

Miscarriage of Justice!' Trump Uses Biden's Words to Trash Pardon of Son Hunter as Abuse' And Asks Does It Include J-6 Hostages?'

Donald Trump condemned Biden's pardon for Hunter Biden as a miscarriage of justice, raising questions about its implications for January 6 defendants.

Capitol riot defendants are asking judges to halt their cases, saying Trump promised them pardons

January 6 defendants are filing motions to delay hearings in hopes of pardons from President Trump, but legal experts doubt these will be granted.

Judge Chutkan Ruled That Trump Could 'Share Responsibility' With Jan. 6 Rioters

Judge Chutkan's ruling complicates legal arguments for the former president regarding accountability for January 6 events.
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#donald-trump

January 6 US Capitol riot DW 10/25/2024

January 6, 2021, represents a pivotal moment in U.S. democracy, highlighting the consequences of political division and incitement.

Filing in Trump Election Case Fleshes Out Roles of a Sprawling Cast

Jack Smith's indictment reveals a vast network of individuals involved in Trump's 2020 election overturn efforts, not just the former president himself.

There's No Such Thing as an October Surprise

Jack Smith's filing highlights Donald Trump's indifference to the Capitol riot, emphasizing a serious threat to American democracy.

Trump Defends Falsehoods About Haitian Immigrants and Jan. 6 on Fox News

Trump prefers interviews without real-time fact-checking, but he faced direct challenges in a Fox News interview.

Trump January 6 case: five key points in the latest filing against former president

Trump is not immune from prosecution due to his actions on January 6, as they were deemed private, not official presidential duties.

Fox's Howard Kurtz Delivers Numerous Fact Checks During His Interview With Trump

Kurtz fact-checked Trump's claims during the interview, highlighting both misinformation and the violence of the January 6 Capitol riot.

January 6 US Capitol riot DW 10/25/2024

January 6, 2021, represents a pivotal moment in U.S. democracy, highlighting the consequences of political division and incitement.

Filing in Trump Election Case Fleshes Out Roles of a Sprawling Cast

Jack Smith's indictment reveals a vast network of individuals involved in Trump's 2020 election overturn efforts, not just the former president himself.

There's No Such Thing as an October Surprise

Jack Smith's filing highlights Donald Trump's indifference to the Capitol riot, emphasizing a serious threat to American democracy.

Trump Defends Falsehoods About Haitian Immigrants and Jan. 6 on Fox News

Trump prefers interviews without real-time fact-checking, but he faced direct challenges in a Fox News interview.

Trump January 6 case: five key points in the latest filing against former president

Trump is not immune from prosecution due to his actions on January 6, as they were deemed private, not official presidential duties.

Fox's Howard Kurtz Delivers Numerous Fact Checks During His Interview With Trump

Kurtz fact-checked Trump's claims during the interview, highlighting both misinformation and the violence of the January 6 Capitol riot.
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Trump Press Secretary Deleted Posts Praising Mike Pence and Capitol Police Amid Jan. 6 Riot: CNN

Karoline Leavitt's evolving position on 2020 election fraud and January 6 highlights a significant shift in Republican narratives.
#fox-news

Ray Epps Lawsuit Against Fox News Thrown Out By Judge

A federal judge dismissed Ray Epps's lawsuit against Fox News, stating he couldn't prove actual malice regarding conspiracy theories about him.

No He Didn't!' CNN's Jim Acosta Throws Down With Ex-Trump Aide Over Hegseth Not Blasting' Rioters

The debate illustrates persistent division over the interpretation of political comments on the January 6 riots.

Ray Epps Lawsuit Against Fox News Thrown Out By Judge

A federal judge dismissed Ray Epps's lawsuit against Fox News, stating he couldn't prove actual malice regarding conspiracy theories about him.

No He Didn't!' CNN's Jim Acosta Throws Down With Ex-Trump Aide Over Hegseth Not Blasting' Rioters

The debate illustrates persistent division over the interpretation of political comments on the January 6 riots.
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Jan. 6 defendants, including some from California, eagerly await Trump pardons

David Dempsey received a 20-year prison sentence for his role in the Jan. 6 insurrection, highlighting the serious consequences for violent actions during the event.

Among many contrasts this election, confederate flags on pointed poles versus American flags on soft sticks

The author's reflective run in D.C. symbolizes personal growth and societal change, contrasting past experiences with present realities, especially in relation to political events.

A Good Guy: Under Oath

The case of Sgt. Abate raises critical questions about loyalty and the definition of extremism in the military context after January 6.
#steve-bannon

Steve Bannon released from prison a week before US election

Steve Bannon's release from prison bolsters his role as a far-right political figure ahead of the election, projecting defiance and a call for unrest.

JUST IN: Steve Bannon Released from Federal Prison One Week Before Election Day

Steve Bannon was released from federal custody after serving four months for contempt of Congress regarding the January 6 Capitol attack investigation.

Steve Bannon released from prison a week before US election

Steve Bannon's release from prison bolsters his role as a far-right political figure ahead of the election, projecting defiance and a call for unrest.

JUST IN: Steve Bannon Released from Federal Prison One Week Before Election Day

Steve Bannon was released from federal custody after serving four months for contempt of Congress regarding the January 6 Capitol attack investigation.
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Jay Johnston, Former Voice of Jimmy Pesto, Sentenced to Prison

Jay Johnston sentenced to one year for January 6 involvement, facing felony charges for obstructing law enforcement.

Proud Boys founder Gavin McInnes: We want to make America hate again'

Gavin McInnes of the Proud Boys openly expressed a desire to incite hatred and blamed the media for events surrounding the January 6 insurrection.

Poop statue appears on the National Mall to 'honor' Jan. 6 rioters

A controversial installation on the National Mall critiques the events of January 6, symbolizing a unique form of protest in political discourse.
#trump-investigation

So Help Me God: Lawyers, Encryption, and Insurrection - emptywheel

The immunity appendix reveals complex interconnections between various individuals and the investigation into January 6.
Technical and legal delays may have influenced the progress of the investigation into Trump's associates.

Trump's GOP Is Running on a Platform of Freeing Seditionists and Cop Assailants - emptywheel

Trump's post-presidency comments regarding January 6 are crucial in assessing his intent and might impact legal proceedings against him.

So Help Me God: Lawyers, Encryption, and Insurrection - emptywheel

The immunity appendix reveals complex interconnections between various individuals and the investigation into January 6.
Technical and legal delays may have influenced the progress of the investigation into Trump's associates.

Trump's GOP Is Running on a Platform of Freeing Seditionists and Cop Assailants - emptywheel

Trump's post-presidency comments regarding January 6 are crucial in assessing his intent and might impact legal proceedings against him.
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Introducing "A Good Guy" from NPR

The case of Sergeant Joshua Abate highlights the complexities of military personnel involvement in extremism and the ongoing reckoning within the armed forces.

Rep. Colin Allred Beat Ted Cruz at Texas Senate Debate

Rep. Colin Allred's campaign gains momentum against Ted Cruz, highlighting the contrast in their approaches to leadership during critical events.
Allred's background as a football player and his experience defending the Capitol emphasize his dedication and readiness to serve Texas.

The Trump Loyalist Democrats Have a Chance to Defeat

Scott Perry is the most vulnerable MAGA Republican due to his controversial actions surrounding January 6 and a competitive district.

Searching for Jared Wise - emptywheel

The case of Jared Wise highlights tensions within law enforcement, especially regarding internal accountability and legal challenges surrounding investigative procedures.
#podcast

What I Learned Serving On a January 6 Jury

The podcast explores the complexity of emotions regarding January 6 defendants, focusing on the impact of misinformation and differing circumstances of each individual.

On This Corner, January 6 Was a Glorious Revolution

The podcast explores the lives of those who support January 6 insurrectionists and how personal loss can lead to radicalization.

You Won't Believe Who Our New Neighbors Are

The podcast examines the story of Ashli Babbitt's mother, Micki Witthoeft, and her efforts to reshape her daughter's legacy after the January 6 riots.

What I Learned Serving On a January 6 Jury

The podcast explores the complexity of emotions regarding January 6 defendants, focusing on the impact of misinformation and differing circumstances of each individual.

On This Corner, January 6 Was a Glorious Revolution

The podcast explores the lives of those who support January 6 insurrectionists and how personal loss can lead to radicalization.

You Won't Believe Who Our New Neighbors Are

The podcast examines the story of Ashli Babbitt's mother, Micki Witthoeft, and her efforts to reshape her daughter's legacy after the January 6 riots.
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Inside the Patriot Wing

Detainees in D.C. Jail reacted dramatically to false reports of Donald Trump being shot during a fitness challenge.
The 'Patriot Wing' of the D.C. Jail hosts inmates involved in the January 6 events, showing a unique subculture of its residents.
#jd-vance

J.D. Vance Blasted for Non-Answer on January 6 in VP Debate

The vice-presidential debate highlighted significant differences between the candidates on election integrity and the January 6 insurrection.

JD Vance to Attend Town Hall in Pennsylvania Hosted by Lance Wallnau

JD Vance's association with Lance Wallnau reflects the GOP's ties to controversial evangelical ideologies, emphasizing a narrative that distorts historical events.

J.D. Vance Blasted for Non-Answer on January 6 in VP Debate

The vice-presidential debate highlighted significant differences between the candidates on election integrity and the January 6 insurrection.

JD Vance to Attend Town Hall in Pennsylvania Hosted by Lance Wallnau

JD Vance's association with Lance Wallnau reflects the GOP's ties to controversial evangelical ideologies, emphasizing a narrative that distorts historical events.
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Thank You for Calling, President Trump

Micki Witthoeft's advocacy for her daughter's death has reshaped political narratives surrounding January 6 and transformed her role in the political landscape.

Karl Rove Slams Sons of Bitches' Who Attacked Cops on January 6: They Should Be Thrown in Jail for a Long Time'

Rove advocates for severe punishment for January 6 rioters, highlighting ongoing concerns about political violence and rhetoric in the U.S.
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