The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Publicly Calls For China And Ukraine To Investigate Biden
Oct 3, 2019
President Trump's call for China and Ukraine to investigate the Bidens creates major political ripples. The hosts discuss the ethical dilemmas of foreign interference in U.S. elections, especially amid impeachment inquiries. As tensions rise, they delve into Republican strategies to maintain unity and navigate the complex political landscape. They draw parallels to historical events like the Kavanaugh hearings, highlighting the contentious atmosphere surrounding the impeachment narrative. The episode captures the challenge of effective political messaging in this charged environment.
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Public Call for Investigations
- Trump publicly called for China and Ukraine to investigate Joe Biden and his son, Hunter.
- This escalates the situation beyond the initial private call with Ukraine's president.
Lack of Evidence, White House Defense
- Despite Trump's calls for investigations, no evidence of wrongdoing by Joe or Hunter Biden has been presented.
- The White House argues there's nothing wrong with soliciting foreign investigations into political rivals.
Schiff's Response
- Adam Schiff stated Trump's public comments could be part of impeachment proceedings.
- Schiff believes Trump feels he can act without consequences, calling the China request a breach of his oath.