1A The News Roundup For November 22, 2024
Nov 22, 2024
Alexis Simendinger, co-author of The Hill's Morning Report, and Arthur Delaney from HuffPost, delve into the political implications of Matt Gaetz's surprising withdrawal from the attorney general race. They discuss the Biden administration's significant shifts regarding military aid to Ukraine, including controversial landmine support. Additionally, the podcast addresses the ongoing Gaza conflict and its humanitarian crisis, while examining Venezuela's tumultuous elections and the effects of U.S. foreign policy shifts on regional democracy.
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Gaetz Withdrawal
- Matt Gaetz's unexpected withdrawal from the Attorney General nomination was preceded by sexual misconduct allegations.
- This occurred shortly before a CNN report and after Republicans blocked an ethics investigation report.
Senate Defiance?
- Trump's usual dominance in the Senate might be waning, as seen with the Gaetz nomination failure and Thune's election.
- This suggests a potential shift in power dynamics between Trump and the Senate.
Bondi's History with Trump
- Pam Bondi, Trump's new AG pick, faced a Trump Foundation lawsuit in 2013 while Florida AG.
- A $25,000 donation from the foundation to Bondi's PAC followed, leading to fines and the foundation's dissolution.