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U.S. to hold a publicly-broadcasted January 6 insurrection hearing

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1 year ago

June 9, 2022

Costa Haritos

The U.S. is preparing to hold is first primetime televised hearing into the January 6 Capitol Riots

The House Committee is set out to expose President Trump’s plot to tarnish the 2020 election

The Panel investigating the January 6 2021 Capitol Riots is under pressure to establish the depth of Trump’s apparent conspiracy.

In its first-of-several primetime events, the Panel is seeking to showcase how the riots were not a rally that got out of hand, but rather the culmination of weeks of deception from President Trump.

The hearing will also provide a summary of the panel’s findings so far.

But Republicans believe the investigation is a smear campaign against Trump.

“This [Jan. 6] committee is not about seeking the truth. It is a smear campaign against President Donald Trump, against Republican members of Congress, and against Trump voters across this country.”
REPUBLICAN ELISE STEFANIK

The committee has not yet provided a list of witnesses. But it’s believed former Vice President will skip the hearing, but his former chief of staff will appear.

Recorded testimony from Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner may also be showcased.

Select committees are established by Congress to investigate a specific issue. The House Committee established the January 6 hearings, with the support of two Republicans.

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Costa is a news producer at ticker NEWS. He has previously worked as a regional journalist at the Southern Highlands Express newspaper. He also has several years' experience in the fire and emergency services sector, where he has worked with researchers, policymakers and local communities. He has also worked at the Seven Network during their Olympic Games coverage and in the ABC Melbourne newsroom. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Professional), with expertise in journalism, politics and international relations. His other interests include colonial legacies in the Pacific, counter-terrorism, aviation and travel.

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Putin meets Saudi Crown Prince in Gulf visit

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December 7, 2023

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Russian President Vladimir Putin embarked on a rapid Gulf visit, meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The leaders discussed regional stability, energy cooperation, and potential arms deals during their whirlwind meeting.

Putin’s visit to Saudi Arabia underscores the growing diplomatic ties between Russia and Saudi Arabia. Both countries have found common ground on various issues, from oil production to efforts to stabilize the Middle East.

One of the key topics on the agenda was energy cooperation. Russia and Saudi Arabia are both major oil producers, and discussions centered on maintaining stable oil prices in global markets. This partnership has been crucial in stabilizing oil markets in the past.

Another significant aspect of the meeting was the discussion of potential arms deals. Russia has been a major arms supplier to Saudi Arabia in recent years, and the leaders likely explored the possibility of further military cooperation.

The visit also aimed to strengthen diplomatic ties and promote regional stability. Putin and Prince Mohammed bin Salman emphasized the importance of dialogue and cooperation in addressing regional challenges.

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U.S. terror alert “when, not if”

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21 hours ago

December 6, 2023

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The FBI director has made a major announcement about the terror threat in the United States right now. So why is he so worried?

In a major announcement, the director of the FBI revealed that the United States is currently facing its most heightened terror threat level since October 7.

The nation’s security apparatus is on high alert, with officials reporting a surge in intelligence indicating potential terror plots. #ticker today #featured

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Desperate Zelensky cancels Congress video call

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21 hours ago

December 6, 2023

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President Volodymyr Zelensky unexpectedly canceled a videolink appearance to appeal for continued US funding.

Ukraine is sounding the alarm, expressing a “big risk” of losing the ongoing conflict if the United States Congress delays crucial aid.

As tensions continue to escalate on the eastern front with Russian-backed separatists, Ukraine has been relying on international support to sustain its fight for sovereignty. #featured