Pod Save America "Biden cancels student debt!"
Aug 25, 2022
Melissa Murray, co-host of the Strict Scrutiny podcast and a legal expert, leads a lively discussion featuring Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House Press Secretary, who elaborates on President Biden's landmark decision to cancel up to $10,000 in student debt. Katie Hobbs, Arizona's Secretary of State, shares insights into her gubernatorial campaign and the challenges she's faced, including threats from political adversaries. The conversation weaves through serious political topics while maintaining a humorous undertone, making for a captivating listen.
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Trump's Documents
- Trump delayed the FBI's review of 700 classified pages in his possession, including sensitive secrets.
- Some documents contained "the most sensitive secrets we hold," according to The Washington Post.
Willful Retention
- Trump's apparent intent to withhold documents suggests a willful refusal, an element of the Espionage Act.
- The letter reveals a back-and-forth with the administration, indicating an active effort to retain the documents.
Trump's Motivation
- Releasing the letter seems like a grievance tactic, portraying Trump as a victim of political persecution.
- The documents might have been retained for leverage, similar to Trump's alleged actions in the first impeachment.