Simply Politics

Former AG Barr Endorses Trump for 2024, Meijer Drops Out of Michigan Senate Race

Former Attorney General Bill Barr reveals he will vote for Trump in 2024. Peter Meijer drops out of Michigan GOP senate race. Plus, the fall from grace of a celebrity politician jailed for rape in the Czech Republic. Also, an analysis of how Trump's trial is playing out politically.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/26/politics/barr-vote-for-trump-2024/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/26/politics/peter-meijer-drops-out-of-michigan-gop-senate-race/index.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/27/celebrity-politician-rape-czech-women-dominik-ferihttps://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/26/trump-trial-behavior-poll/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:49) Barr, who said Trump shouldn’t be near Oval Office, says he will vote for him in 2024(00:02:51) Peter Meijer drops out of Michigan GOP senate race(00:05:21) A celebrity politician has been jailed for rape. Will Czech women be listened to now? | Apolena Rychlíková and Jakub Zelenka|(00:07:43) Analysis | How Trump’s trial is playing, politically

Trump’s Legal Battles Shape Future Presidency, McConnell on Presidential Immunity

Analysis of two Trump courtroom dramas that could shape the tone of a future presidency. Mitch McConnell reiterates his stance on presidential immunity from criminal prosecution. Plus, 17 states sue EEOC over new employer abortion accommodation rule.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/trump-courtroom-drama-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/trump-courtroom-drama-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/mcconnell-comments-president-absolute-immunity/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/eeoc-abortion-lawsuit-pregnant-workers/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Analysis: Two Trump courtroom dramas could help shape the tone of a future presidency(00:03:35) Analysis: Two Trump courtroom dramas could help shape the tone of a future presidency(00:06:54) McConnell reiterates that presidents should not have absolute immunity from criminal prosecution(00:10:01) 17 states sue EEOC over new employer abortion accommodation rule

Orbán’s Political Fortunes, Trump’s Supreme Court Battle, Impact of Trump’s Attacks

Viktor Orbán hopes the US election will change his political fortunes. Donald Trump tries to bend the Supreme Court to his will. Former Trump aide describes the impact of being attacked by Trump. Trump is an unindicted co-conspirator in the Michigan fake electors probe.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/25/waiting-for-trump-viktor-orban-hopes-us-election-will-change-his-political-fortuneshttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/scotus-donald-trump-presidency/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/video/cassidy-hutchinson-trump-attacks-src-digvidhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/trump-michigan-fake-electors-probe/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) ‘Waiting for Trump’: Viktor Orbán hopes US election will change his political fortunes(00:03:09) Donald Trump again is trying to bend the Supreme Court to his will(00:06:28) Former Trump aide describes impact of being attacked by Trump(00:09:47) Trump is unindicted co-conspirator in 2020 Michigan fake electors probe, investigator testifies

McConnell Criticizes Carlson, Supreme Court Hears Abortion Case

Mitch McConnell blasts Tucker Carlson over Ukraine bill. Live updates on the Supreme Court hearing arguments in a case over emergency abortion care. Plus, North Macedonia votes in presidential polls as EU membership bid looms. Tabloid publisher testifies he pledged to be Trump's 'eyes and ears' during 2016 race.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/04/24/mitch-mcconnell-ukraine-bill-division-tucker-carlson-sot-cnntm-digvid.cnnhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/supreme-court-arguments-abortions-emergency-emtala/https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/24/north-macedonia-votes-for-president-as-eu-membership-bid-loomshttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/tabloid-publisher-testifies-he-pledged-to-be-trumps-eyes-and-ears-during-2016-raceOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Watch: Mitch McConnell blasts Tucker Carlson over Ukraine bill(00:03:46) Live updates: Supreme Court hears arguments in case over emergency abortion care(00:04:36) North Macedonia votes in presidential polls as EU membership bid looms(00:07:41) Tabloid publisher testifies he pledged to be Trump's 'eyes and ears' during 2016 race

Emily Maitlis to Co-Host Channel 4 Election Night Coverage, Lords Abandon Battle Over Rwanda Bill

Emily Maitlis joins Krishnan Guru-Murthy to host Channel 4's election night coverage. The House of Lords abandons their battle over the controversial Rwanda bill. Plus, David Pecker expected to be the first witness called in Trump's criminal trial. Also, Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on Mike Johnson to resign speakership.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/22/emily-maitlis-and-the-rest-is-politics-host-channel-4-election-night-coveragehttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2024/apr/22/conservatives-labour-sunak-rwanda-bill-afghans-uk-politics-livehttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/21/politics/trump-hush-money-trial-witness-david-pecker/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/04/21/marjorie-taylor-greene-motion-to-vacate-threat-house-speaker-mike-johnson-digvid.cnnOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Emily Maitlis and The Rest Is Politics to host Channel 4 election night coverage(00:03:17) Minister suggests borderline racism to blame for Lords blocking Rwanda bill(00:06:53) David Pecker is expected to be the first witness called in Trump criminal trial, source says(00:09:46) Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on Mike Johnson to resign speakership or ‘be vacated’

Trump’s First Criminal Trial Begins, Channel 4’s Exciting Election Night Coverage

Opening statements show the personal and political stakes of Trump's first criminal trial. Emily Maitlis and The Rest Is Politics to host Channel 4's election night coverage. Plus, Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on Mike Johnson to resign speakership, and Sunak holds press conference ahead of Rwanda Bill showdown.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/21/politics/trump-first-trial-opening-statements/index.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/22/emily-maitlis-and-the-rest-is-politics-host-channel-4-election-night-coveragehttps://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/04/21/marjorie-taylor-greene-motion-to-vacate-threat-house-speaker-mike-johnson-digvid.cnnhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2024/04/22/rishi-sunak-latest-news-rwanda-bill-james-cleverly/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Opening statements to show the stark personal and political stakes of Trump’s first criminal trial(00:03:36) Emily Maitlis and The Rest Is Politics to host Channel 4 election night coverage(00:06:13) Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on Mike Johnson to resign speakership or ‘be vacated’(00:08:04) Politics latest news: Sunak to hold press conference ahead of Rwanda Bill showdown

Trump’s Legal Expenses Mount, Border Security vs. Foreign Aid, Speaker’s Courageous Leadership

Millions more go to Trump legal expenses as Biden and Democratic Party expand campaign cash advantage. Conservatives express frustration over US funding Ukraine border security but not our own. Analysis of Speaker Mike Johnson's unlikely leadership in passing Ukraine aid bill.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/20/politics/campaign-finance-reports-trump-legal-fees/index.htmlhttps://www.foxnews.com/politics/nothing-more-backwards-than-us-funding-ukraine-border-security-but-not-our-own-conservatives-sayhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/20/politics/mike-johnson-ukraine-aid-russia-zelensky-putin/index.htmlhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/20/house-vote-ukraine-israel-aid-johnson-2/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Millions more go to Trump legal expenses as Biden and Democratic Party expand campaign cash advantage(00:03:33) 'Nothing more backwards' than US funding Ukraine border security but not our own, conservatives say(00:06:39) Analysis: By passing Ukraine aid, the accidental speaker became an unlikely Churchill(00:09:22) House passes foreign aid bill, sending help to Ukraine and Israel

Senate Hopefuls Clash in Maryland Debate, Younger Voters Concerned About Democracy

U.S. Senate hopefuls debate crime, abortion, and money in politics in Maryland. Younger voters express concerns about the state of democracy. Plus, Washington wrestles with the 'new equation' of direct attacks between Iran and Israel. Also, discover the remarkable journey of Singapore's Lawrence Wong, from political underdog to next PM.Sources:https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/20/maryland-senate-trone-alsobrooks/https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/04/20/younger-voters-democracy-pollster-election-frank-luntz-ebof-digvid.cnnhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/washington-wrestles-with-new-equation-of-direct-attacks-between-iran-and-israel/index.htmlhttps://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3259701/who-singapores-lawrence-wong-how-underdog-no-grand-political-ambitions-became-next-prime-ministerOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) U.S. Senate hopefuls debate crime, abortion and money in politics(00:03:01) Video: Younger voters say democracy is in danger of failing. Hear why(00:05:07) Washington wrestles with “new equation” of direct attacks between Iran and Israel(00:08:12) Who is Singapore’s Lawrence Wong? From political underdog to next PM

Lawmakers React to Israel’s Retaliatory Strikes, Pence Warns of NATO Consequences

Reports of Israel's retaliatory strikes against Iran prompt reactions from lawmakers. Former Vice President Mike Pence warns that Putin will attack a NATO nation if he overruns Ukraine. Plus, a senior White House official is tapped to serve in an important European ambassadorial role amid Ukraine concerns. Also, an Israeli Minister hints at a strike in Iran as 'weak, disappointing'.Sources:https://www.foxnews.com/politics/reports-israels-retaliatory-strikes-iran-reactions-lawmakers-right-defend-itselfhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/18/politics/mike-pence-putin-russia-ukraine-nato/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/18/politics/white-house-official-european-ambassadorial-role/index.htmlhttps://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-797896Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Reports of Israel's retaliatory strikes against Iran prompt reactions from lawmakers: 'Right to defend itself'(00:03:00) Pence warns that Putin will attack a NATO nation if he overruns Ukraine(00:05:52) Senior White House official tapped to serve in important European ambassadorial role amid Ukraine concerns(00:08:41) Israeli Minister hints strike in Iran as 'weak, disappointing'

Georgia’s ’Foreign Agents’ Bill Sparks Protests, Former PMs Stage Comebacks

Georgia advances its controversial 'foreign agents' bill as 20,000 rally against it. Cameron and Truss make their comebacks. Plus, analysis on the potential cost of doing 'the right thing' for Speaker Johnson. Tune in to 'Simply Politics' for a comprehensive understanding of these pressing political issues.Sources:https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/georgia-advances-foreign-agents-bill-as-20000-rally-against-ithttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/audio/2024/apr/18/cameron-truss-and-the-return-of-the-former-pms-politics-weekly-uk-podcasthttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/17/politics/mike-johnson-foreign-aid-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/04/17/politics/mike-johnson-foreign-aid-analysis/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Georgia advances ‘foreign agents’ bill as 20,000 rally against it(00:03:14) Cameron and Truss: former PMs stage their comebacks(00:07:26) Analysis: Doing ‘the right thing’ may cost Johnson his speaker’s gavel(00:10:03) Analysis: Doing ‘the right thing’ may cost Johnson his speaker’s gavel