A proposed Constitutional amendment that would give Congress the power to block presidential pardons gained its first House Republican co-sponsor on Monday. Why it matters: It's a rare display of GOP defiance against President Trump, whose pardons have been the subject of bipartisan backlash in several cases. - The president began his second term by pardoning thousands of Jan. 6 defendants , including many who were charged with assaulting law enforcement during the 2021 Capitol riot. - He has since granted clemency or pardons to Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas), former Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.), Ozy Media CEO Carlos Watson , Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht , former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich and cryptocurrency mogul Changpeng "CZ"…
The latest round of the Epstein files has effectively ended the careers of some of the world's most powerful figures, from captains of industry to prominent attorneys. Why it matters: The revelations aren't stopping, with new names — and new recriminations — coming to light every day. Driving the news: The Justice Department released its final tranche of Epstein files in late January, revealing connections between the disgraced financier and some of the world's most powerful political and business figures. Read more about those facing consequences: U.S. Brad Karp, chairman of top corporate law firm Paul, Weiss for 18 years, resigned after his emails with Epstein were revealed in the files. - "Recent reporting has created a…
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH), Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee says his panel will soon consider legislation to counter the efforts of so-called sanctuary cities […] Source
Amber Ruffin is a comedy veteran who's worked in improv on two continents, had her own show, authored two books and worked on Late Night with Seth Meyers for years. Now she's out with an off-Broadway musical.
