Morning Wire Trump Case Testimony & Government Weaponization Report | 3.23.23
Mar 23, 2023
Legal drama unfolds as a Grand Jury halts proceedings involving a former president after shocking testimony. A GOP report reveals controversial government surveillance of parents at school board meetings, raising alarms about federal overreach in education. Meanwhile, a high school football coach wins a substantial settlement for advocating religious freedom after being dismissed for praying with students. These stories intertwine issues of legal credibility, parental influence, and the tug-of-war between government authority and individual rights.
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Costello's Testimony
- Robert Costello, a former lawyer of Michael Cohen, testified before the grand jury in the Trump hush-money case.
- This testimony, where Costello portrayed Cohen as a liar seeking revenge, reportedly damaged the prosecution's case.
White House Involvement
- The Weaponization Committee's interim report suggests the Biden White House collaborated with the NSBA.
- This coordination aimed to pressure the DOJ into investigating parents who criticized school boards.
Coach Kennedy's Settlement
- Joe Kennedy, a football coach, won a Supreme Court case and a $1.7M settlement after being fired for praying after games.
- Public reaction to the settlement is mixed, with some questioning its financial impact on the school district.