The NPR Politics Podcast Donald Trump Jr. Pressed Top Trump Aide To Act During Jan. 6 Capitol Attack
Dec 14, 2021
The legal fallout from the January 6 Capitol attack takes center stage as the House committee recommends contempt charges against Mark Meadows for his silence. Shocking texts from Trump allies, including Donald Trump Jr., reveal urgent pleas to stop the chaos. The complexities of executive privilege are dissected, drawing parallels to historic investigations. Additionally, the podcast explores the political sensitivities surrounding the Justice Department's response and the implications for future elections.
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Meadows Contempt and Key Texts
- Mark Meadows, Trump's chief of staff, faces contempt of Congress charges.
- The January 6th committee revealed texts from Fox News, GOP, and Donald Trump Jr. urging action.
Allies' Fear and Pleas for Action
- Allies' frantic texts reveal fear during the Capitol attack.
- They urged the White House for more decisive action from Trump.
Executive Privilege Debate
- Meadows cites executive privilege, but Biden won't invoke it.
- A D.C. Circuit Court ruled against Trump blocking archives access.