DOJ responds to Trump, says it discovered 'efforts' to obstruct investigation | LiveNOW from FOX
The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed its response opposing the appointment of a "special master" to review documents seized from former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. The department argued in the filing that Trump's request for a special master "fails for multiple, independent reasons," saying it's both "unnecessary" and would "harm national security interests." FBI agents raided Trump's property earlier this month as part of an investigation into whether Trump illegally possessed documents relating to national security at his private residence. Members enjoy a variety of benefits: It's not just the most recommended roadside assistance, it's also select DMV services, on-the-spot car battery replacement, identity theft monitoring, and more. Learn More Attorney General Merrick Garland said he approved the raid himself and that the DOJ did "not take such a decision likely." Trump has attacked the raid as politically motivated, which was the basis for his request of an independent review, via a "special master," of the documents the FBI took from his home. "Politics cannot be allowed to impact the administration of justice. President Donald J. Trump is the clear frontrunner in the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary and in the 2024 General Election, should he decide to run," Trump's lawyers wrote in their request last week. "Law enforcement is a shield that protects Americans. It cannot be used as a weapon for political purposes." The Justice Department's Tuesday filing comes after the Florida federal judge overseeing the case, Aileen M. Cannon, Saturday indicated her "preliminary intent" to grant Trump's request for a special master. It also comes before a scheduled Thursday hearing on Trump's motion. Cannon notably has not yet granted another request from Trump – that she block the government from reviewing the materials it has seized from Trump's estate until a special master is appointed. That means the DOJ is able to continue to review the documents in the meantime, which it said it is doing in a separate filing Monday. The government initiated the search in response to what it believed to be a violation of federal laws: 18 USC 793 — gathering, transmitting or losing defense information; 18 USC 2071 — concealment, removal or mutilation; and 18 USC 1519 — destruction, alteration or falsification of records in federal investigations. Trump and his lawyers, meanwhile, say that the documents were brought to his home while he was the president and that he ordered them declassified under broad authority he claims is given to the president.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed its response opposing the appointment of a "special master" to review documents seized from former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. The department argued in the filing that Trump's request for a special master "fails for multiple, independent reasons," saying it's both "unnecessary" and would "harm national security interests." FBI agents raided Trump's property earlier this month as part of an investigation into whether Trump illegally possessed documents relating to national security at his private residence. Members enjoy a variety of benefits: It's not just the most recommended roadside assistance, it's also select DMV services, on-the-spot car battery replacement, identity theft monitoring, and more. Learn More Attorney General Merrick Garland said he approved the raid himself and that the DOJ did "not take such a decision likely." Trump has attacked the raid as politically motivated, which was the basis for his request of an independent review, via a "special master," of the documents the FBI took from his home. "Politics cannot be allowed to impact the administration of justice. President Donald J. Trump is the clear frontrunner in the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary and in the 2024 General Election, should he decide to run," Trump's lawyers wrote in their request last week. "Law enforcement is a shield that protects Americans. It cannot be used as a weapon for political purposes." The Justice Department's Tuesday filing comes after the Florida federal judge overseeing the case, Aileen M. Cannon, Saturday indicated her "preliminary intent" to grant Trump's request for a special master. It also comes before a scheduled Thursday hearing on Trump's motion. Cannon notably has not yet granted another request from Trump – that she block the government from reviewing the materials it has seized from Trump's estate until a special master is appointed. That means the DOJ is able to continue to review the documents in the meantime, which it said it is doing in a separate filing Monday. The government initiated the search in response to what it believed to be a violation of federal laws: 18 USC 793 — gathering, transmitting or losing defense information; 18 USC 2071 — concealment, removal or mutilation; and 18 USC 1519 — destruction, alteration or falsification of records in federal investigations. Trump and his lawyers, meanwhile, say that the documents were brought to his home while he was the president and that he ordered them declassified under broad authority he claims is given to the president.
Student loan cancellation, Pres. Biden to cancel up to $20,000 | LiveNOW from FOX
More than 40 million Americans could see their student loan debt reduced ? and in many cases eliminated ? under the long-awaited forgiveness plan President Joe Biden announced Wednesday, a historic but politically divisive move in the run-up to the midterm elections.
More than 40 million Americans could see their student loan debt reduced ? and in many cases eliminated ? under the long-awaited forgiveness plan President Joe Biden announced Wednesday, a historic but politically divisive move in the run-up to the midterm elections.
Biden expected to announce student loan cancellation program | LiveNOW from FOX
President Joe Biden is expected to announce a much-anticipated loan forgiveness program Wednesday, sources familiar with the plan told the Associated Press. Americans are poised to foot a nearly $300 billion deal with President Biden?s expected announcement to forgive thousands in federal student loan debt and extend a repayment pause to next year. According to the Penn Wharton Budget Model, a one-time maximum debt forgiveness of $10,000 for borrowers who make less than $125,000 will cost around $300 billion for taxpayers. The cost increases to around $330 billion if the program is continued over the standard 10-year window, according to the figures. The precise details of Biden's plan were being kept to an unusually small circle within the Biden administration and were still not finalized on the eve of the announcement, sources told the Associated Press.
President Joe Biden is expected to announce a much-anticipated loan forgiveness program Wednesday, sources familiar with the plan told the Associated Press. Americans are poised to foot a nearly $300 billion deal with President Biden?s expected announcement to forgive thousands in federal student loan debt and extend a repayment pause to next year. According to the Penn Wharton Budget Model, a one-time maximum debt forgiveness of $10,000 for borrowers who make less than $125,000 will cost around $300 billion for taxpayers. The cost increases to around $330 billion if the program is continued over the standard 10-year window, according to the figures. The precise details of Biden's plan were being kept to an unusually small circle within the Biden administration and were still not finalized on the eve of the announcement, sources told the Associated Press.
Former FOX News political editor testifies at second Jan. 6 hearing
Chris Stirewalt, a former political editor for FOX News Channel, made the election night call that President Joe Biden won Arizona ? a moment that prompted ?anger and disappointment? at the White House.
Chris Stirewalt, a former political editor for FOX News Channel, made the election night call that President Joe Biden won Arizona ? a moment that prompted ?anger and disappointment? at the White House.
White House announces delegation to Haiti in aftermath of assassination
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki announced the United States would be sending a delegation, includingf FBI officials, to Haiti in response to the assassinations of Haitian President Jovenel Moise.
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki announced the United States would be sending a delegation, includingf FBI officials, to Haiti in response to the assassinations of Haitian President Jovenel Moise.
Suspects Arrested in assassination of Haitian president
Haitian authorities streamed footage on July 8, 2021, showing multiple suspects arrested in connection with the assassination of President Jovenel Moise. Credit - Prime Minister of the Republic of Haiti via Storyful
Haitian authorities streamed footage on July 8, 2021, showing multiple suspects arrested in connection with the assassination of President Jovenel Moise. Credit - Prime Minister of the Republic of Haiti via Storyful
Arizona Senate Election Audit Hearing I NewsNOW from FOX
The Arizona Senate conducted a hearing to provide an update on the election audit and to address remarks made by the Maricopa Co. Board on Monday. Officials say the audit should wrap up by the end of June.
The Arizona Senate conducted a hearing to provide an update on the election audit and to address remarks made by the Maricopa Co. Board on Monday. Officials say the audit should wrap up by the end of June.
Liz Cheney speaks on U.S. House floor ahead of leadership vote tomorrow; " I will not sit back and watch in silence"
It?s all but certain that tomorrow House Republicans will strip Rep. Liz Cheney of her number-three GOP leadership position ? but Cheney faces another major headache back home in Wyoming, as Republicans are plotting to oust her as the state?s lone representative in Congress when she?s up for re-election next year. Cheney, the most high profile of the 10 House Republicans to vote in January to impeach then-President Trump for inciting the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol by right-wing extremists, is facing primary challenges from an increasing number of GOP candidates. That, however, might be Cheney?s saving grace: A crowded field likely divides the anti-Cheney and pro-Trump vote.
It?s all but certain that tomorrow House Republicans will strip Rep. Liz Cheney of her number-three GOP leadership position ? but Cheney faces another major headache back home in Wyoming, as Republicans are plotting to oust her as the state?s lone representative in Congress when she?s up for re-election next year. Cheney, the most high profile of the 10 House Republicans to vote in January to impeach then-President Trump for inciting the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol by right-wing extremists, is facing primary challenges from an increasing number of GOP candidates. That, however, might be Cheney?s saving grace: A crowded field likely divides the anti-Cheney and pro-Trump vote.
Pelosi comments on 2020 Election during weekly newser
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi addressed the state of the 2020 presidential election during her weekly news conference on Nov. 6.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi addressed the state of the 2020 presidential election during her weekly news conference on Nov. 6.
Early voting tops 95 million on eve of Election Day
The record number of early votes, including many by mail, has been driven in part by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The record number of early votes, including many by mail, has been driven in part by the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to cast your 2020 ballot without using USPS
Here are some options for those who find themselves wary of the U.S. Postal Service?s ability to deliver their ballot on time.
Here are some options for those who find themselves wary of the U.S. Postal Service?s ability to deliver their ballot on time.
Biden slams Trump over handling of COVID-19 pandemic, intelligence on Russian bounties
The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee on June 30 slammed the Trump administration's response to the coronavirus pandemic and his reaction to a bombshell New York Times report.
The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee on June 30 slammed the Trump administration's response to the coronavirus pandemic and his reaction to a bombshell New York Times report.
Sanders' appeal tested in moderate Virginia
Bernie Sanders doesn?t need to win Virginia to have a successful Super Tuesday, but he probably can?t afford a big loss there, either.
Bernie Sanders doesn?t need to win Virginia to have a successful Super Tuesday, but he probably can?t afford a big loss there, either.
Biden hopes SC win pushes him into Super Tuesday
Joe Biden is confident that he is poised for victory in Saturday's first-in-the-South primary, just weeks after his third presidential campaign left New Hampshire badly wounded and close to broke.
Joe Biden is confident that he is poised for victory in Saturday's first-in-the-South primary, just weeks after his third presidential campaign left New Hampshire badly wounded and close to broke.
Meet the 11 candidates running for president in 2020
The field of 2020 presidential candidates is crowded, with nine?Democrats currently making a bid for the White House along with two?Republicans ? one of whom is President Trump.
The field of 2020 presidential candidates is crowded, with nine?Democrats currently making a bid for the White House along with two?Republicans ? one of whom is President Trump.
Meet the 12 candidates running for president in 2020
The field of 2020 presidential candidates is crowded, with 10?Democrats currently making a bid for the White House along with two?Republicans ? one of whom is President Trump.
The field of 2020 presidential candidates is crowded, with 10?Democrats currently making a bid for the White House along with two?Republicans ? one of whom is President Trump.
How crucial is a New Hampshire win?
The Democratic presidential primary race has pivoted to unpredictable New Hampshire after a wild night at the Iowa caucuses. The small New England state with a tendency to shock and surprise will have its say Tuesday.
The Democratic presidential primary race has pivoted to unpredictable New Hampshire after a wild night at the Iowa caucuses. The small New England state with a tendency to shock and surprise will have its say Tuesday.
Meet the 14 candidates running for president in 2020
The field of 2020 presidential candidates is crowded, with 11?Democrats currently making a bid for the White House along with three?Republicans ? one of whom is President Trump.
The field of 2020 presidential candidates is crowded, with 11?Democrats currently making a bid for the White House along with three?Republicans ? one of whom is President Trump.
Warren says Sanders didn't think woman could win election
Sen. Elizabeth Warren said her fellow Democratic presidential nominee Bernie Sanders told her he didn't think a woman could win the White House, but Sanders denies saying it.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren said her fellow Democratic presidential nominee Bernie Sanders told her he didn't think a woman could win the White House, but Sanders denies saying it.
Trump blames Iran, calls on Iraq to protect US Embassy
The president?s tweet marked his first comment on the weekend U.S. airstrikes in Iraq and Syria.
The president?s tweet marked his first comment on the weekend U.S. airstrikes in Iraq and Syria.