Morning Wire Senate Kills Mayorkas Trial & Biden’s Trade War | 4.18.24
Apr 18, 2024
Senate Democrats have halted the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, sparking a Republican backlash. President Biden is raising tariffs on Chinese steel, indicating a shift in trade policy amid mixed public reactions. A controversial resignation at NPR has led to calls for defunding the organization as lawmakers scrutinize allegations of political bias. The podcast delves into these significant political maneuvers and their broader implications.
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Mayorkas Impeachment Trial Rejected
- Senate Democrats broke 200 years of tradition, refusing a trial for Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas.
- Republicans are furious, claiming Democrats wanted to avoid exposing Biden's border failures.
NGO Encouraging Immigrant Voting
- A Mexican NGO distributed flyers urging immigrants to vote for Biden, promising continued open borders.
- Mayorkas deflected questions about DHS's role in preventing non-citizens from voting.
Biden's Tariff Hike on Chinese Steel
- Biden reversed his stance, increasing tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum products.
- Critics see this election-year move as symbolic, capitalizing on Trump's prior trade war.