Mike Pence and Asa Hutchinson have both qualified for the first Republican presidential primary debate in August. Seven GOP hopefuls spoke at a Cedar Rapids fundraising barbecue, discussing their vision for the future of the Republican party and their plans to unify the party. Candidates must hit the minimum threshold of 40,000 unique donors and the polling thresholds 48 hours prior to the debate to qualify for the debate.
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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.
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 has taken a dramatic shift in tone regarding the events of January 6th, 2021, speaking out against the attempted coup and affirming his loyalty to the Constitution. In an interview with Fox News and Face the Nation, Pence discussed his recent visit to New Hampshire, where he was confronted by Trump supporters, and his commitment to protecting the Constitution and the democratic process. His comments are a reminder of the importance of upholding the Constitution and a sign that he is committed to doing so, no matter the cost.
During his visit, Christie visited two sites devastated by the war with Russia, and participated in a flowers laying ceremony at a former defense line. He also reiterated his support for Ukraine, and his hope to get a firsthand look at the wartime atrocities that the country has experienced.
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on four counts of attempting to overthrow the 2020 presidential election, with testimony from allies, aides and officials up to former Vice President Mike Pence. Trump has been unapologetic, referring to the charges as "fake" and "un-American". This is the first time the U.S. criminal justice system has sought to punish a leader for actions regarding the transfer of power, and the outcome of the legal proceedings remains to be seen.
Mike Pence has taken direct aim at Donald Trump in the wake of his four-count federal indictment, defending himself for ignoring Trump's pleas and emphasizing the importance of upholding the Constitution and the rule of law. Pence was a key witness in the prosecution's case, and his statement serves as a reminder of the importance of putting the country first.
Key takeaways: The Burgum campaign’s gift card giveaway has been a success, helping the campaign reach the 40,000 unique-donor threshold. Donors stood to gain a…