Former President Donald Trump's attorney, John Lauro, made the rounds on several news outlets to deny allegations that Trump knowingly spread lies about the 2020 election being stolen, arguing that Trump's attempts to pressure election officials were simply "free speech." Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) called Lauro's argument "deranged," and CNN's Dana Bash laughed incredulously at Lauro's suggestion that there was a "peaceful transfer of power" following the 2020 election. Lauro's media blitz was met with criticism from both sides of the aisle, with some arguing that Trump's actions were a violation of the Constitution and others feeling that Lauro's attempts to downplay the former president's actions were misguided.
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New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu announced on Monday that he will not be seeking the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, citing the already-crowded field of contenders and Donald Trump's strong standing in the polls. Sununu has been a vocal critic of Trump and the Republican Party, and his decision to not run for president could be seen as a sign that he is attempting to influence the future of the Republican Party from the sidelines. His decision not to run for president could be seen as a sign that he is attempting to remain in the state and continue his work as governor.
The Biden administration is facing a legal challenge that could restrict access to the leading abortion drug in the U.S. A 19th century “anti-vice” law, the Comstock Act, has been revived by anti-abortion groups and conservative states in an effort to block the mailing of mifepristone. HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra has said that all options are on the table to ensure access to the drug, including Supreme Court intervention. Pro-choice advocates have criticized the ruling, arguing that it will have a negative impact on women’s health and rights.
In a recent interview with CNN, Reps. Adam Schiff (D-CA), Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and Ilhan Omar (D-MN) have accused Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) of attempting to keep them off House committees. The Democrats argue that McCarthy is using his power to cling to his position as speaker, and Rep. Swalwell referred to McCarthy's home area in California as "some Bakersfield B.S." The House is expected to finalize committee assignments in the coming weeks, and it remains to be seen whether the Democrats will be able to reclaim their positions on the House Intelligence Committee.