Hold These Truths with Dan Crenshaw SITREP #1: The Big Bad CR, Syria, and Chinese Cyber Espionage
Dec 18, 2024
The podcast dives into recent congressional happenings, spotlighting a controversial ethics report on a key representative. It tackles the convoluted U.S. budget process and the implications of Russia's actions in Syria and Ukraine. Concerns about Chinese influence on American infrastructure emerge, alongside discussions on energy policies and a contentious DOE study. Additionally, it examines the shifting landscape of support for transgender treatments among activists, revealing a complex intersection of politics and social issues.
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Gaetz Ethics Report
- The Ethics Committee released a report on Matt Gaetz, addressing allegations of misconduct.
- Gaetz denies the allegations, citing the Justice Department's decision not to prosecute him.
AOC Loses Election
- AOC lost her bid for ranking member on the House Oversight Committee.
- Democrats tend to defer to seniority, while Republicans use a merit-based system.
The Continuing Resolution
- Continuing resolutions (CRs) extend existing budgets due to difficulties agreeing on new ones.
- CRs are often necessary in a 50-50 political landscape, requiring compromises.