The NPR Politics Podcast House Republicans, In Search Of A Crime, Launch Biden Impeachment
Sep 28, 2023
House Republicans are intensifying their impeachment inquiry against President Biden, raising allegations linked to his son, Hunter. Despite claims of impropriety, substantial evidence remains elusive. Internal divisions among Republicans hint at a struggle between targeting Biden and managing voter sentiments. As a potential government shutdown looms, the urgency is heightened, impacting the impeachment narrative. Meanwhile, Biden's commitment to bipartisanship clashes sharply with the current political atmosphere, raising questions about his reelection strategy.
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Birthday Paragliding
- A 72-year-old listener, Peg from Portland, celebrated her birthday paragliding in the French Alps.
- The hosts admired her adventurous spirit and contrasted it with their own risk aversion.
Impeachment Inquiry Focus
- Republicans allege President Biden profited from his son Hunter's business dealings.
- Despite a hearing focusing on Hunter Biden's actions, no evidence of presidential wrongdoing emerged.
Lack of Evidence
- Republicans haven't yet presented concrete evidence linking President Biden to his son's alleged misconduct.
- Democrat Jamie Raskin highlighted the lack of evidence against the President, suggesting that if Republicans had anything substantial, they would have presented it.