Consider This from NPR The January 6th Committee Rests Its Case For Now, And Eyes Turn to Merrick Garland
Jul 22, 2022
In this discussion, former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann, who played a pivotal role in the Mueller investigation, dives deep into the January 6th hearings. He reveals the shocking 187 minutes during the Capitol riot when former President Trump failed to act. Weissmann discusses critical testimonies that expose a broader conspiracy to overturn the election and the legal ramifications for Trump. He also weighs the challenges facing Attorney General Merrick Garland in prosecuting a former president and the potential impact on national unity.
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Trump's Inaction
- The January 6th Committee hearing focused on Trump's 187 minutes of inaction.
- This period began after his speech and ended with his video telling supporters to leave.
Conspiracy Culmination
- January 6th was the culmination of a months-long conspiracy.
- Trump pressured officials to overturn election results despite being told fraud claims were baseless.
Barr's Rebuke
- Attorney General Bill Barr told Trump his voter fraud claims were "crazy stuff."
- Barr felt Trump's actions were a "grave disservice" to the country.