The Daily The Latest: ‘It’s Very Intimidating’
Nov 15, 2019
The podcast delves into the dramatic testimony of Marie Yovanovitch, the former ambassador to Ukraine, who faced threats from President Trump while speaking before Congress. It highlights the intense political fallout from her removal and the smear campaign against her. The emotional weight of high-stakes conversations is palpable, especially as revelations emerge during public hearings. Witness intimidation and real-time attacks create a chilling atmosphere, raising questions about the future of political discourse.
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Yovanovitch's Testimony
- Marie Yovanovitch, former ambassador to Ukraine, testified in the impeachment inquiry.
- She was targeted by a smear campaign led by Rudy Giuliani.
Trump's Real-Time Attack
- During Yovanovitch's testimony, President Trump attacked her on Twitter.
- This led to discussions about witness intimidation as another potential impeachable offense.
Democrats' Strategic Move
- Democrats used Trump's tweets to bolster their case.
- The tweets were presented as evidence of witness intimidation, potentially an impeachable offense.