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The Political Scene | The New Yorker
Why Robert Hur Described Joe Biden as an “Elderly Man with a Poor Memory”
Mar 22, 2024
Discussion on special prosecutor Robert Hur's report calling Biden 'an elderly man with a poor memory' and the controversy it sparked. Analysis of Biden vs. Trump handling of classified documents. Examination of evidence against Biden and the legal implications. Insights into writing legal reports for different audiences. Debate on delays in Trump's federal trials and implications for re-election.
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- Robert Hur's report on Biden highlighted his age and memory, leading to controversy.
- Contrast in approach: Biden cooperated in document investigation, in contrast to Trump's resistance.
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Biden Cleared of Criminal Charges in Herr's Report
Special Counsel Robert Herr's long-awaited report concluded that no criminal charges against President Biden were warranted in the mishandling of classified documents case. While the report vindicated Biden, it also referred to him as an elderly man with a poor memory, sparking criticism from Biden and his supporters for being inflammatory and prejudicial.
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