Morning Wire IRS Protects Hunter Biden & Social Media Harms Kids | 5.26.23
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May 26, 2023 A whistleblower claims the DOJ interfered in the Hunter Biden investigation, raising concerns about political pressures on the IRS. Meanwhile, the Surgeon General warns that social media is harming youth mental health, linking high usage to rising rates of anxiety and depression. The discussion also highlights the challenges sanctuary cities face with the influx of migrants and the varying responses from local leaders. These topics intertwine compellingly, shedding light on urgent contemporary issues.
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Whistleblower Alleges Interference
- IRS whistleblower Gary Shapley, a 14-year veteran, alleges DOJ interference in a Hunter Biden investigation.
- Shapley claims the DOJ slow-walked steps, deviating from the norm to benefit the subject.
IRS Investigates Journalist
- The IRS investigated journalist Matt Taibbi the same day he testified about Twitter files, claiming it was for identity theft.
- Taibbi believes this was an attempt to intimidate him after exposing government collusion with Twitter.
Surgeon General's Warning
- Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a warning about social media's harm to youth mental health.
- He states it's a significant factor in the youth mental health crisis and can no longer be ignored.