National 2-11-21

Herb Scribner

3 years ago

Shocking trial video opens Jan. 6 wounds for lawmakers (Politico) – Senators of both parties stood up, leaned forward, and appeared to identify themselves in the chilling security footage showing Capitol police officers creating a human barricade that allowed them to flee the chamber. Others simply looked away.
Crying in courtrooms: Even for lawyers, impeachment is worth getting emotional about (USA Today) – Emotions ran high during the first day of Trump’s impeachment trial. With stakes this high, events have a way of getting personal — even for lawyers.
GOP senators signal they plan to acquit Trump despite visceral presentation by House Democrats (CNN) – Sen. Lindsey Graham said “I think there’s more votes for acquittal after today than there was yesterday.”
Impeachment managers show chilling new footage of Capitol attack at Trump’s trial (Yahoo! News) – The footage from security cameras show how close rioters came to elected officials, provide graphic detail about the attack.
Biden Holds 1st Call As President With China’s Xi As Trade, Security Issues Loom (NPR) – Biden raised some of the thorniest bilateral issues, but also talked about potential areas for cooperation, the White House said.
Biden announces U.S. sanctions against leaders of Myanmar military coup (NBC News) – The sanctions will target military leaders who directed the coup, as well as their business interests and close family members.
140,000 Republicans have left the party since Jan 6 (NY TImes) – “There’s nothing left.”
Pence reportedly ‘angry’ at Trump for not asking about his safety during Capitol riot: Chris Wallace (Fox News) – Pence’s team said Trump’s failure to call off the mob and ensure the safety of his loyal second-in-command represented the “ultimate betrayal.”