The NPR Politics Podcast January 6th Committee Says It Has Evidence Trump's Election Efforts Broke The Law
Mar 4, 2022
Lawmakers reveal alarming evidence from the January 6th investigation, suggesting Trump may have conspired to mislead the public about the election results. The discussion dives into the challenges of holding a former president accountable and the intricate relationship between law and democracy. Attention shifts to pressing climate issues as the Supreme Court may limit the EPA's regulatory power, related to geopolitical energy policies exacerbated by the Ukraine conflict. Plus, light-hearted reflections on politics and culture add a personal touch.
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January 6th Committee's Claim
- The House committee investigating the January 6th attack claims Trump illegally obstructed electoral vote counting.
- This claim, part of a legal filing against John Eastman, alleges Trump's actions aimed to defraud the U.S.
Legal and Political Implications
- The Justice Department is hesitant to charge current or former presidents, raising concerns about the stability of U.S. democracy.
- Charging a former president, who leads the opposition, could set a precedent for future political retribution.
Supreme Court Case on EPA Authority
- The Supreme Court case West Virginia vs. EPA challenges the agency's authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
- The case revolves around the Clean Power Plan, an Obama-era regulation that never took effect.