The NPR Politics Podcast House Democrats Probe Gap In Trump's Call Logs From January 6th
Mar 31, 2022
Jared Kushner's testimony sheds light on the January 6th attack, revealing his potential insights from that chaotic day. The investigation is grappling with significant gaps in communication records, notably Trump's call logs, drawing parallels to Watergate. As public hearings loom, the committee faces deadline pressures while navigating the complexities of the Justice Department's involvement. Tune in to discover the challenges and revelations as the push for accountability continues.
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Kushner's Testimony
- The House committee investigating the January 6th riot interviewed Jared Kushner.
- Kushner's appearance was voluntary, and he was not at the White House on January 6th.
Gap in Phone Logs
- There is a significant gap in the White House phone logs from January 6th.
- The gap raises questions about President Trump's communications during the riot.
Reconstructing January 6th
- The committee is working to reconstruct the events of January 6th, including the eight-hour gap in phone logs.
- They are investigating who Trump spoke to and what happened during that time.