The Daily A Congressional Call to Prosecute Trump
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Dec 20, 2022 
Luke Broadwater, a Congressional reporter for The New York Times, dives into the serious implications of the January 6th committee's final findings. He discusses their historic recommendation to charge former President Trump with insurrection and details the potential legal ramifications for key figures involved in attempting to overturn the election results. Broadwater also reflects on how the committee's televised hearings have shifted public perception and the political landscape, emphasizing the need for accountability in preserving democracy.
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History-Making Investigation
- The January 6th committee's investigation was groundbreaking, interviewing over 1,000 witnesses and obtaining over 1 million documents.
- Their referrals to the Justice Department, including accusing a former president of crimes, are unprecedented.
Final Meeting Summary
- The final meeting efficiently summarized key points of Trump's attempts to overturn the election.
- Chairman Thompson emphasized the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and accused Trump of breaking faith in democracy.
Building a Legal Case
- The committee's presentation wasn't just a recap but a legal argument.
- They connected evidence to specific crimes, building a case for criminal referrals.