Pod Save America "A Very Special Episode of Insurrection."
Jun 30, 2022
Amy Westervelt, host of Crooked's climate change podcast Hot Take, dives into the shocking January 6 hearing and its implications for democracy. She discusses the Supreme Court's recent ruling jeopardizing climate protections, revealing urgent challenges for the EPA. Westervelt critiques Republican reactions to the hearing with a humorous twist, blending satire with serious analysis. Together, they explore the dynamics of accountability amidst political chaos, emphasizing the importance of local advocacy in combating climate change.
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Shocking Testimony
- Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony revealed shocking details about Trump's actions on January 6th.
- Trump wanted to join the armed mob at the Capitol, according to Hutchinson.
Power of Assistants
- White House assistants hold significant power and access to information.
- Cassidy Hutchinson's role as a special assistant to the president gave her unique insight.
Meadows' Ominous Warning
- Mark Meadows, upon hearing of plans to go to the Capitol, responded, "Things might get real, real bad."
- This suggests that Meadows and Trump had foreknowledge of potential violence.