Economist Podcasts Trump card marked: the January 6th investigation
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Dec 20, 2022 
James Bennett, an expert on political affairs and author of the Lexington column, discusses the January 6th committee's damning findings on Donald Trump's actions and the long road to potential indictment. Rachel Dobbs, news editor, unveils the outcomes of the UN's biodiversity summit, emphasizing the urgent need for global action to protect ecosystems. Lastly, Lane Green shares trends behind the public's choice for the word of the year, 'goblin mode,' reflecting current societal sentiments in our changing world.
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Capitol Riot
- On January 6th, rioters stormed the Capitol building, causing chaos and violence.
- One officer described it as a "war scene," with people injured and bleeding.
DOJ's Role
- The January 6th committee's recommendations do not guarantee prosecution.
- The DOJ conducts its own investigation and holds a higher standard for bringing charges.
COP15 Agreement
- The COP15 biodiversity summit concluded with a historic agreement to protect 30% of land and oceans by 2030.
- This agreement aims to reverse biodiversity loss, crucial for planetary stability and human survival.