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Trump Appeals Civil Fraud Judgment, Biden and Trump Visit US-Mexico Border

Trump, his adult sons, and former Trump Org. officials appeal civil fraud judgment in New York. Biden and Trump to visit the US-Mexico border on the same day. Plus, Nikki Haley still running after loss in South Carolina and a political operative admits to sending a robocall urging voters not to vote.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/26/politics/trump-appeal-civil-fraud-new-york/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/26/politics/biden-southern-border-thursday/index.htmlhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/02/26/the-excerpt-podcast-nikki-haley-still-running-after-loss-in-sc/72743902007/https://www.huffpost.com/entry/political-operative-biden-robocall-voters_n_65dbee2ae4b0cc1f2f7c3ee6Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Trump, adult sons and former Trump Org. officials appeal civil fraud judgment in New York(00:02:47) Biden and Trump to visit US-Mexico border on same day this week(00:05:42) The Excerpt podcast: Nikki Haley still running after loss in home state of South Carolina(00:08:14) Political Operative Says He Sent Biden Robocall To Voters Urging Them Not To Vote

Trump’s Controversial Appeal to Black Voters, Biden’s Shift on Israeli Settlements, NRA Found Liable in Lawsuit, Wisconsin Ethics Panel Recommends Prosecution

Former President Trump's speech targeting Black voters sparks controversy. The Biden administration restores U.S. policy on Israeli settlements. The NRA and Wayne LaPierre found liable in a lawsuit. A Wisconsin ethics panel recommends prosecution for a Trump fundraising committee. Stay informed on these key political developments with 'Simply Politics'.Sources:https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/02/24/trump-black-voters-indicted-mug-shot/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/biden-administration-restores-u-s-policy-calling-israeli-settlements-illegitimate-under-international-lawhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/national-rifle-association-and-longtime-leader-wayne-lapierre-are-found-liable-in-lawsuit-over-lavish-spendinghttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/23/politics/wisconsin-ethics-panel-trump-fundraising-prosecution/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:47) Trump says Black voters like him more because of his indictments and mug shot(00:04:07) Biden administration restores U.S. policy calling Israeli settlements 'illegitimate' under international law(00:07:02) National Rifle Association and longtime leader Wayne LaPierre are found liable in lawsuit over lavish spending(00:09:34) Wisconsin ethics panel recommends criminal prosecution for a Trump fundraising committee

Republicans Grapple with Alabama Embryo Ruling, Gaetz Admits Colleagues’ Oversauced Claims

Republicans struggle to respond to the Alabama embryo ruling, while Matt Gaetz admits some colleagues were 'a little oversauced' in Biden bribery claims. Plus, US officials comb leaked documents for clues about Chinese hacking campaigns, and a former FBI source accused of lying about the Bidens returns to US custody.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/23/politics/republicans-alabama-embryo-ruling/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/02/23/matt-gaetz-biden-gop-claims-nn-hnk-vpx.cnnhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/22/politics/leaked-documents-tech-firm-chinese-hacking/index.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/former-fbi-source-accused-of-lying-about-bidens-and-having-russian-contacts-returns-to-u-s-custodyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Republicans struggle to respond to Alabama embryo ruling(00:03:13) Video: Matt Gaetz says some colleagues were 'a little oversauced' in Biden bribery claims(00:05:19) US officials combing leaked documents from Chinese tech firm for clues about Chinese hacking campaigns(00:08:34) Former FBI source accused of lying about Bidens and having Russian contacts returns to U.S. custody

Putin’s Influence in US Politics, Biden Considers Border Action

Putin looms over a third successive US election as Russia's influence in US politics continues. President Biden considers executive action to close the southern border. Plus, two charged in connection with break-in of Secret Service vehicle used by detail assigned to Biden's granddaughter. Also, Germans must capitalize on anti-AfD momentum, says political veteran.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/22/politics/putin-trump-us-election-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/21/politics/biden-considering-executive-action-to-close-southern-border-sources-say/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/22/politics/biden-granddaughter-vehicle-break-in-charges/index.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/feb/22/germans-must-capitalise-on-anti-afd-momentum-says-political-veteranOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Putin looms over a third successive US election(00:03:53) Biden considering executive action to close southern border, sources say(00:07:25) Two charged in connection with break-in of Secret Service vehicle used by detail assigned to Biden’s granddaughter(00:09:38) Germans must capitalise on anti-AfD momentum, says political veteran

Former GOP Congressman Slams Trump’s Navalny Comments, Biden Builds Cash Edge

Former Republican Congressman criticizes Trump's comments on Navalny. Biden's campaign builds a financial advantage over Trump. Plus, the imperative to 'get the Tories out' in British politics. Also, Trump coopts Navalny's legacy as a smokescreen for his legal troubles.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/02/21/joe-walsh-donald-trump-navalny-lcl-vpx.cnnhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/21/politics/campaign-finance-takeaways-january/index.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/feb/21/politics-rishi-sunak-keir-starmer-tories-labourhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/21/politics/trump-legal-navalny-legacy-analysis/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) ‘Anti-American crap’: Former GOP congressman calls out Trump’s Navalny comments(00:02:02) Biden, DNC built cash edge over Trump and other campaign finance takeaways(00:05:28) ‘Get the Tories out’ will carry the election, but it won’t fix the faultlines of a broken politics(00:08:16) Trump coopts Navalny’s legacy as a smokescreen for his own legal morass

US Divisions over Russia, Orbán’s Political Crisis, Manchin’s Presidential Endorsement

US divisions over Putin's Russia present grave global implications. Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces the biggest challenge of his political career. Senator Joe Manchin discusses his current view of the 2024 election field and why he is not endorsing anyone for president right now. Plus, Manchin reveals how a failed border bill played a role in his choice not to run for president.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/20/politics/us-division-putin-russia-analysis/index.htmlhttps://www.politico.eu/article/viktor-orban-faces-biggest-challenge-political-career-hungary-katalin-novak-fidesz-party/https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/02/20/joe-manchin-biden-trump-2024-election-sot-src-vpx.cnnhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/19/politics/joe-manchin-senate-border-bill-cnntv/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) US divisions over Putin’s Russia present grave global implications(00:03:43) Orbán faces the biggest challenge of his political career(00:05:40) Manchin: I’m not endorsing anyone for president right now(00:07:52) Manchin says failed border bill played role in choice to not run for president

US Army Faces Funding Crisis for Ukraine Support, Biden Administration Considers Emissions Rule Relaxation

The US Army is under increasing pressure as it foots the bill for Ukraine's war effort against Russia. Meanwhile, the Biden administration's potential relaxation of vehicle emissions rules is causing concern in the automotive industry. Also, Schumer demands action on a foreign aid bill following Ukraine's withdrawal from a key city and Navalny's death. Plus, questions arise about Thaksin's political future as he goes free in Thailand.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/19/politics/us-army-ukraine-support-pressure/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/18/politics/emissions-rules-ev-growth-biden-administration/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/18/politics/schumer-mike-johnson-foreign-aid-bill-ukraine/index.htmlhttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/2/19/as-thailands-ex-pm-thaksin-goes-free-questions-about-his-political-future-loomOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) US Army under increasing pressure as it foots bill for Ukraine support(00:04:12) Biden administration considers slowing key emissions rules – a potential blow to EV growth(00:06:43) Schumer demands Johnson, House GOP pass foreign aid bill following Ukrainian withdrawal from key city and Navalny’s death(00:09:05) As Thailand’s Thaksin goes free, questions about his political future loom

Rise of Antisemitism in UK, Biden’s NATO Mix-up, Hochul’s Controversial Remarks

The scale of antisemitism blights our politics and our country in the UK. President Biden's confusion between NATO and Ukraine raises concerns. New York Governor Kathy Hochul apologizes for using a Canada-Hamas analogy. 'Simply Politics' covers these important stories, shedding light on the rise of antisemitism, the implications of Biden's gaffe, and the controversy surrounding Hochul's remarks.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/feb/18/observer-view-on-rising-antisemitism-in-ukhttps://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/will-esha-deol-join-politics-after-separation-from-husband-bharat-takhtani-mom-hema-malini-reveals-101708233458040.htmlhttps://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-confuse-nato-ukraine-calling-congress-members-pass-funding-billhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/17/politics/kathy-hochul-canada-hamas-israel/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) The Observer view: the scale of antisemitism blights our politics and our country(00:04:20) Will Esha Deol join politics after separation from husband Bharat Takhtani? Mom Hema Malini reveals(00:06:53) Biden appears to confuse NATO with Ukraine in calling for Congress members to pass funding bill(00:09:15) New York Gov. Kathy Hochul apologizes for using Canada-Hamas analogy in defending Israel

Trump’s Legal Battles Intensify, Mayorkas Speaks Out, Judge Orders $350M Payment

Civil lawsuits seeking to hold Trump accountable for January 6 can move forward. Alejandro Mayorkas speaks out for the first time after impeachment vote. Judge orders Trump to pay more than $350 million after civil fraud trial. Can Trump afford fines against him? Forbes editor weighs in.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/16/politics/trump-january-6-civil-lawsuits/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/02/17/alejandro-mayorkas-impeachment-vote-reax-amanpour-sot-nn-vpx.cnnhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/02/16/judge-engoron-ruling-trump-ny-civil-fraud-trial/https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/02/17/can-trump-pay-fines-dan-alexander-src-vpx.cnnOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Civil lawsuits seeking to hold Trump accountable for January 6 can move forward(00:04:35) Video: Alejandro Mayorkas speaks out for the first time after impeachment vote(00:06:05) Judge orders Trump to pay more than $350 million after civil fraud trial(00:09:13) Can Trump afford fines against him? Forbes editor weighs in

Harris Reassures Allies, NY Redistricting Battle, Gun Safety Struggle in Ohio, Labour’s Byelection Wins

Kamala Harris faces the task of reassuring US allies after Trump's impact on NATO. New York's redistricting commission approves a congressional map. Ohio Democrats push for gun safety bills likely to be opposed by the GOP-led legislature. Labour secures double byelection wins in Kingswood and Wellingborough. Stay informed on these key political developments and their implications.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/16/politics/kamala-harris-trump-nato/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/15/politics/new-york-redistricting-house-map/index.htmlhttps://www.news5cleveland.com/news/politics/ohio-politics/ohio-democrats-unveil-numerous-gun-safety-bills-likely-to-be-shot-down-by-gop-led-legislaturehttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/live/2024/feb/16/kingswood-wellingborough-byelections-sunak-starmer-labour-conservatives-results-uk-politics-live-fridayOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Kamala Harris faces fraught task of reassuring US allies after Trump sent shockwaves through NATO(00:03:40) New York redistricting commission approves modest changes to congressional map(00:06:27) Ohio Democrats unveil numerous gun safety bills likely to be shot down by GOP-led legislature(00:09:18) UK politics live: Labour overturns Tory majorities in Kingswood and Wellingborough to secure double byelection win