Weekly Roundup: Friday, January 17
The NPR Politics Podcast
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Legal Titans in Impeachment Drama
This chapter examines the roles of prominent lawyers Alan Dershowitz and Ken Starr in the impeachment defense of the president, emphasizing Starr's surprising shift from investigating to defending amid similar allegations. It explores contrasting views on impeachment strategies and the significance of social media and emerging figures like Lev Parnas in shaping public discourse and legal proceedings. The chapter also outlines the procedural landscape of the impeachment trial, focusing on calls for new investigations and the expectations for upcoming court sessions.
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