Key takeaways: The House Judiciary Committee, led by Chairman Jim Jordan (R-OH), has subpoenaed former Manhattan prosecutor Mark Pomerantz as part of its investigation into…
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The House Judiciary Committee, led by Chairman Jim Jordan, will hold a field hearing in Manhattan on Monday to discuss crime in the city. The hearing is seen as a way for House Republicans to curry favor with former President Donald Trump, and to discredit Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's criminal case against him. It will include victims of violent crime and is expected to draw a lot of attention, as it is sure to be a contentious event.
Former President Donald Trump’s Fundraising Spikes After Grand Jury Indictment, New FEC Filings Show
Former President Donald Trump’s Fundraising Spikes After Grand Jury Indictment, New FEC Filings Show
Former President Donald Trump's main campaign committee raised $14.4 million in the first quarter of 2023, with donations spiking at the end of March due to his indictment. His joint fundraising committee raised an additional $4.4 million, for a total of $18.8 million. The filings suggest that the former President’s fundraising pace is similar to post-midterm weeks, and provide insight into the state of the race for the White House and Congress. It remains to be seen how the fundraising and spending of the various candidates and committees will evolve over the coming months.
Christine Lagarde expressed her “huge confidence” that the US will not default on its debt during an interview on CBS’ “Face the Nation” Sunday. She noted that if a debt default did occur, it would have a “very, very negative impact” both in the US and around the world. Lagarde discussed the global recovery and said that the US is a major leader in economic growth around the world and that it is important for the US to address the debt crisis in order to ensure a successful recovery.
A train carrying hazardous materials derailed and caught fire in Rockwood, Maine on Saturday, prompting multiple state and local responders to the scene. Residents were advised to stay clear and no injuries have been reported. Federal regulators and members of Congress are urging railroads to do more to prevent derailments after recent fiery wrecks involving hazardous materials.
President Donald Trump's legal team has requested a delay in a civil trial involving author E. Jean Carroll, who has accused Trump of sexual assault. The request was made in a letter sent to District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, citing Trump's right to a fair trial and the need for a "cooling off" period between the trial and the ongoing news coverage of Trump's criminal case. The civil trial is part of a defamation lawsuit filed by Carroll against Trump in 2019, which could provide further insight into Trump's behavior and his relationship with women. It is unclear when the trial will take place, but it is expected to be delayed until after the resolution of Trump's criminal case in Manhattan.
The FBI is investigating a major leak of classified Pentagon documents that have been shared on social media sites, which the Justice Department is looking into. CBS News has reviewed some of the leaked documents, and the Biden administration is assessing and containing the fallout. The Pentagon is reviewing the matter and tightening the flow of such documents, while the FBI is trying to track down the source of the leak.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is introducing a resolution to condemn former President Donald Trump's call to "defund" federal law enforcement agencies. The resolution is intended to show support for the agencies that protect the nation and its citizens, and Schumer is urging his colleagues to join him in condemning Trump's call. It will be debated in the Senate next week, with the outcome uncertain.