Letters from an American December 18, 2024
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Dec 19, 2024 The podcast dives into a heated interim report that attempts to reshape the narrative of the January 6th Capitol riot, sparking fierce political debate. It also tackles a groundbreaking lawsuit challenging the First Amendment regarding unfavorable polling about President-elect Trump. The discussion shifts to the chaos in Congress, highlighting the potential for a government shutdown and the contrasting fiscal perspectives of Republicans and Democrats, featuring key figures like Musk and Ramaswamy in the mix.
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Loudermilk's Report
- Rep. Loudermilk released a report criticizing the January 6th Committee.
- He accused Liz Cheney of witness tampering and called for an FBI investigation.
Trump and Cheney's Responses
- Trump amplified Loudermilk's report on social media, suggesting Cheney could face legal trouble.
- Cheney responded, highlighting Trump's inaction during the Capitol attack.
Trump's Lawsuit
- Trump sued pollster J. Ann Selzer and others over a poll showing him trailing.
- This lawsuit was criticized as an attack on the First Amendment.