US Senate
Who has President Trump nominated as the top federal prosecutor in Washington D.C. and what is controversial about this nomination?
President Trump has nominated Ed Martin to serve as the top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C. Martin has been a controversial choice due to his history of pushing false claims about the 2020 election and defending January 6th rioters in court. In his interim role, Martin has already taken significant actions, including helping to dismiss cases against January 6th defendants and firing prosecutors who originally brought those charges. His nomination will require confirmation by the U.S. Senate before he can assume the position permanently.
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ABC News
02:41 - 03:07
What advice does Senator Kennedy give to his Republican colleagues about dealing with Democrats?
Senator Kennedy advises his Republican colleagues to 'stay calm as a Hindu cow' and simply focus on their legislative work, passing bills while letting Democrats be themselves. He emphasizes maintaining composure and discipline amid political tensions rather than getting distracted. He humorously adds that this approach is working well, using the folksy wisdom that 'you never interfere with your opponent when he's kicking his own ass.' Kennedy suggests Republicans should capitalize on Democrats' perceived missteps by staying centered on their own agenda rather than engaging in distracting conflicts.
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Fox News
04:13 - 04:36