Morning Wire Garland’s Testimony & Biden’s Border Order | 6.5.24
Jun 5, 2024
AG Merrick Garland faced tough questions in a fiery congressional hearing about the DOJ's role in Trump prosecutions. Meanwhile, President Biden's new executive order introduces stricter asylum claims for illegal migrants, sparking political backlash from both sides. The podcast also highlights demands for the DA involved in the Trump hush-money case to testify, revealing deepening political divides and raising questions about accountability and legislative responses.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Robert Hur's Interview Recordings
- Republicans want access to audio recordings of Special Counsel Robert Hur's interview with President Biden.
- They believe these recordings are crucial for legitimate oversight, not just political maneuvering.
Colangelo's Career Move
- Rep. Matt Gaetz questioned Garland about Matthew Colangelo's move from the DOJ to the Manhattan DA's office.
- Gaetz suggested that Colangelo was sent to target Trump, a claim Garland denied.
Targeting Special Counsel Funding
- Jim Jordan proposed riders to the 2025 appropriations bill to defund Jack Smith's Trump investigations.
- Additional riders would restrict DOJ funding for collaborations with local agencies targeting former presidents.