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What the Jan. 6 Hearings Have Revealed So Far

Jun 17, 2022

Luke Broadwater, a congressional reporter for The New York Times, shares insightful analysis on the January 6th hearings. He discusses how the committee's investigations reveal a calculated effort by Trump to undermine democracy and manipulate perceptions of a 'stolen election.' Luke highlights Trump's intense pressure on Vice President Pence to overturn election results, shedding light on the legal and ethical dilemmas involved. The conversation captures the escalating tensions of that day and the implications for Trump's influence within the Republican party.

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Intro

3min

Unraveling January 6: The Committee's Quest for Truth

15min

Unveiling the Fraud Behind the Election Claims

3min

Unveiling Trump's Pressure Campaign Against Pence

2min

The Tensions of January 6

15min

Upcoming January 6th Hearing and Economic Insights

4min

This episode contains strong language.

The House committee that was tasked with scrutinizing the events surrounding the attack at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 is holding a series of public hearings.

Testimony from key figures has explored a campaign by former President Donald J. Trump and his allies to subvert American democracy and cling to power by reversing an election. The panel has recounted how Mr. Trump’s actions brought the United States to the brink of a constitutional crisis.

Guest: Luke Broadwater, a congressional reporter for The New York Times.

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Background reading:

On Thursday, testimony laid out how Mr. Trump pressured Vice President Mike Pence to overturn his election defeat, even after he was told it was illegal. Here are four takeaways from Day 3.
Follow a detailed timeline of the key moments, from the buildup to the attack to now.
Here are answers to some common questions about the House committee investigating the riot and the proceedings.

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