Morning Wire Biden Money Scandal & Southern Border Buildup | Afternoon Update | 5.10.23
May 10, 2023
Republican lawmakers allege significant foreign payments to nine of President Biden's family members, raising eyebrows about potential corruption. The Biden administration is ramping up border security measures as it prepares to repeal Title 42. Legal matters are in the spotlight with a congressman's indictment on serious charges and a U.S. Army sergeant sentenced for shooting a protester. Meanwhile, a groundbreaking FDA decision could make birth control more accessible, as Governor Newsom navigates responses to California's reparations report.
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Biden Family Finances
- Nine members of Joe Biden's family allegedly received millions from foreign sources, starting during his vice presidency.
- This was revealed by House Oversight Committee members, citing bank records and shell companies designed to hide the Biden's tracks.
Border Security Measures
- 550 U.S. troops arrived at the southern border, with 1,000 more expected, as Title 42 is set to be repealed.
- Biden is implementing stricter border policies despite previous criticism, including rejecting asylum claims from those who didn't seek it in transit countries.
Sergeant Perry Sentencing
- U.S. Army Sergeant Daniel Perry was sentenced to 25 years for killing a BLM protestor in 2020, claiming self-defense.
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott has requested a pardon for Perry, who shot Garrett Foster during a confrontation at a protest.