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John Lauro Argues Trump’s ‘Technical Violations’ of Constitution May Not Constitute Criminal Acts

John Lauro, Donald Trump's criminal defense attorney, argued on NBC's "Meet the Press" that any "technical violation of the Constitution" by Trump does not necessarily mean he broke any criminal laws. Former Attorney General William Barr said he would testify in the Jan. 6 criminal trial against Trump if called, and that he believed the case was legitimate. Lauro also claimed that Trump and Pence had merely disagreed over whether a vice president could constitutionally take actions.

Mike Pence Denies Any Pressure from Former President Donald Trump to Overturn 2020 Election Results

Mike Pence has denied any pressure from Donald Trump to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. In an interview with CBS News, Pence said he checked in with governors in states that were reviewing their election results, but there was no pressure involved. His remarks come as he continues to distance himself from Trump and his policies, and emphasize his own independent views.

Harry Belafonte, Iconic Singer, Actor and Activist, Passes Away at 96

Harry Belafonte, a beloved singer, actor and activist, passed away at the age of 96. He was credited with introducing the United States to Caribbean music and was a major financial contributor to the civil rights movement. He also used his fame and wealth to advocate for progressive causes, including the Vietnam War and the United Nations. Belafonte will be remembered for his courage, commitment to justice, and dedication to making the world a better place.